Guide on proper projector and screen install?

[Savage40]

I am going to install my new Epson 6010 projector and vapex 120" electric screen and am trying to find something on how to do it right. How do I determine where I want the PJ, how far back etc?

[lsiberian]

Originally Posted by Savage40

I am going to install my new Epson 6010 projector and vapex 120" electric screen and am trying to find something on how to do it right. How do I determine where I want the PJ, how far back etc?

Are you rear shelf mounting or ceiling mounting? I recommend mounting the projector at the medium zoom distance for the screen size.

That would be 16' for the Epson 6010.

[Savage40]

Originally Posted by lsiberian

Are you rear shelf mounting or ceiling mounting? I recommend mounting the projector at the medium zoom distance for the screen size.

That would be 16' for the Epson 6010.

I will be ceiling mounting this unit. My first row of seating is at 13ft from the screen, second row about 18ft, so I guess 16ft would be in the middle of those and not hanging over anyone's head.

[lsiberian]

Originally Posted by Savage40

I will be ceiling mounting this unit. My first row of seating is at 13ft from the screen, second row about 18ft, so I guess 16ft would be in the middle of those and not hanging over anyone's head.

I'd honestly just rear shelf mount the projector and save the cord runs. Your PJ has the brightness for it and you can always ceiling mount it later if you don't like it.

[Savage40]

Originally Posted by lsiberian

I'd honestly just rear shelf mount the projector and save the cord runs. Your PJ has the brightness for it and you can always ceiling mount it later if you don't like it.

So, I can shelf mount it from 23 feet on to a 120" screen and still have plenty of brightness for 3D etc?

This is going to be my first projector, so I have no idea what to expect or compare it to.

I don't even know what to expect as far as picture quality, compared to a normal lcd or plasma tv.

[gmichael]

Originally Posted by Savage40

So, I can shelf mount it from 23 feet on to a 120" screen and still have plenty of brightness for 3D etc?

This is going to be my first projector, so I have no idea what to expect or compare it to.

I don't even know what to expect as far as picture quality, compared to a normal lcd or plasma tv.

Probably. Do you have good control of your lighting? What color are your walls?

Congrats on the projector. You picked a nice one. I'm sure you'll love it.

A projector won't give you the same black levels as a plasma, but I think that you'll be very happy with what this will give you.

[majorloser]

Originally Posted by Savage40

So, I can shelf mount it from 23 feet on to a 120" screen and still have plenty of brightness for 3D etc?

This is going to be my first projector, so I have no idea what to expect or compare it to.

I don't even know what to expect as far as picture quality, compared to a normal lcd or plasma tv.

23 feet seems a bit far for me. I like to be closer to the low end on a projector's throw distance. Gives you a brighter image. No matter how dark you can make the room, there's always a time when you'd like to have a little ambient light in the room. Like watching sports or entertaining guests with food and drinks.

The one thing I don't see mentioned is the screen. What brand and what material? The screen gain and color make a difference.

[majorloser]

This might help on the projector throw

Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 6010 Projection Calculator - Throw Distance and Screen Size

[lsiberian]

Originally Posted by majorloser

23 feet seems a bit far for me. I like to be closer to the low end on a projector's throw distance. Gives you a brighter image. No matter how dark you can make the room, there's always a time when you'd like to have a little ambient light in the room. Like watching sports or entertaining guests with food and drinks.

The one thing I don't see mentioned is the screen. What brand and what material? The screen gain and color make a difference.

This is a very bright model. It's still in ambient light range even at 23' Besides you can always ceiling mount it later if necessary I can watch my PJ in the middle of the day with a similar brightness.

[BMXTRIX]

The projector ideally should be mounted between 1/4 and 1/3 back from the closest possible range in the zoom. With this projector it is a 12' to 25' throw for 120" diagonal, so I would be at about 14-15 feet from lens to screen if possible.

The height of the projector should be just a few inches above the top of the screen if possible to minimize the amount of lens shift used which will help eliminate any possibilities of lens aberations.

The screen, I am guessing is a tab-tensioned version as you hopefully did not completely waste your money on a non-tab-tensioned motorized screen.

The room, if it is not painted dark, really should be for best results. This includes walls and ceiling.

Likewise the carpet should be as dark as possible.