Planar PD8130 - Manual (Page 30)

Installation
16 Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual
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3.3
Installation
Considerations
Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display.
Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should
take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
Installation Type Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor
mount or inverted mount. Table 3-2 compares these various installation
methods.
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Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options
Advantages Considerations
Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation
• Easy to set up
• Can be moved or changed quickly
• Easy to access
• Shares floor space with audience
Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation
• Does not take up audience space
• Projector is unobtrusive
• Projector cannot be accidentally
moved
• Installation is more permanent
• Projector access is more difficult
Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation
• Projector is completely hidden
• Projector is easily accessed
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher
Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation
• Projector is completely hidden
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher
Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror
• Projector is completely hidden
• Usually good ambient light rejection
• Requires less space behind screen than
other rear screen installations
• Requires separate room
• Installation cost is usually higher