Projector Resolution?

Ashish Doshi · 25 Jan 2022 at 14:30

any thoughts on ultra short throw projectors? given how my room is organised, a UST works better for me but keen to understand any disadvantages

turnpike · 25 Jan 2022 at 14:40

You need a very flat wall or a screen as they show up any bump but in a smallish room I wouldn't have anything else as I don't want the noise right above my head. Sadly they usually cost a lot more.

Ashish Doshi · 25 Jan 2022 at 14:48

yep, also looking at an alr fixed screen. richer sounds have a good deal at the moment with the samsung premiere and a screen included

turnpike · 25 Jan 2022 at 15:26

Most ALR screens only work if the projector is below it, something to be aware of if you were thinking you might mount it higher up. My UST is on a wall mount near the ceiling so basically "ceiling" mounted.

Ashish Doshi · 25 Jan 2022 at 15:42

the projector will be lower down on a TV bench so should be fine I think.

Although, i have heard that you can install the screen upside down if the projector is high up - not sure if that really works to be honest.

turnpike · 25 Jan 2022 at 16:37

Yeah I've read different things about ALR upside down. Something to do with the whole point being to block light from above.

My UST is on a white wall. I'm happy with it even if I could spend a grand or more to make it better it doesnt need it. I'd love to be able to consider non UST when upgrading but the room is only 3.5-4m deep so I don't think it will be an option I take.