If I want to project onto the ceiling, where's the best height and angle to put the projector? Does it have to be perpendicular to the surface?
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We got a great effect from our Dj H2O, but truthfully, it is in a fairly confined space and we used two units aimed where they crossed one another. We built a fantasy submarine in our Kids Church. One end of the room has a very large (5 ft. Diameter) port hole. We installed a clear concave plastic lense and built a three wall bay with enclosed ceiling. The units sit to either side on the floor about 4 feet from the back center wall. The ceiling of the enclosure is at a height of about 7 feet from the floor. We put an undersea mural on the three bay walls and when the units are on, it really does look like you're looking out under the ocean. We got a great effect from our Dj H2O, but truthfully, it is in a fairly confined space and we used two units aimed where they crossed one another. We built a fantasy submarine in our Kids Church. One end of the room has a very large (5 ft. Diameter) port hole. We installed a clear concave plastic lense and built a three wall bay with enclosed ceiling. The units sit to either side on the floor about 4 feet from the back center wall. The ceiling of the enclosure is at a height of about 7 feet from the floor. We put an undersea mural on the three bay walls and when the units are on, it really... » Read More We got a great effect from our Dj H2O, but truthfully, it is in a fairly confined space and we used two units aimed where they crossed one another. We built a fantasy submarine in our Kids Church. One end of the room has a very large (5 ft. Diameter) port hole. We installed a clear concave plastic lense and built a three wall bay with enclosed ceiling. The units sit to either side on the floor about 4 feet from the back center wall. The ceiling of the enclosure is at a height of about 7 feet from the floor. We put an undersea mural on the three bay walls and when the units are on, it really does look like you're looking out under the ocean. « Show Less
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Best us relative but I project mine over my bed. My ceiling is 14 feet high and I place it about 10 feet to the side of the bed so mine is not perpendicular. I get a nice spread. Not sure how big the projected circle would be on a standard height ceiling. This light is OK, not even near my favorite. Probably would not buy again and if I did, search elsewhere to compare prices. I primarily use as a combination light set up with lasers.
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We got a great effect from our Dj H2O, but truthfully, it is in a fairly confined space and we used two units aimed where they crossed one another. We built a fantasy submarine in our Kids Church. One end of the room has a very large (5 ft. Diameter) port hole. We installed a clear concave plastic lense and built a three wall bay with enclosed ceiling. The units sit to either side on the floor about 4 feet from the back center wall. The ceiling of the enclosure is at a height of about 7 feet from the floor. We put an undersea mural on the three bay walls and when the units are on, it really does look like you're looking out under the ocean.
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This mount will adjust to absolutely any angle you need. If you are in a tight spot, then this is the mount for you.If you need to angle the projector "down" then you need a longer mount...one with a "down rod" preferably...Angling the image downward will cause a distortion, or trapezoid. It can be "corrected" with the keystone function, but that should be a last ditch attempt. You are far better off getting the right mount that will put your projector at the correct height for your screen.
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Absolutely! It's a great projector especially for the price. I have mine mounted on my ceiling from about 6 feet away and I am projecting a 100"+ image.
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I thought the same thing upon install but depending on your projector, it might adjust to the angle automatically (mine did). Mu would give it a try as most have this feature
1956208
Nice smooth white wall along with external surround sound speakers.... set the projector at least 18 ft away to beam anywhere from 90 to 115" projection on wall.
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Hi Jeff, just remember, a short throw is meant to give you optimal picture from a shorter distance. I have backed this projector up as far as 20 feet and recieved a phenomenal huge picture with great clarity! Also, as far as the angle, I have had mine on the floor and then just adjuated the keystone to the correct angle to get a straight picture. Hope this helps.
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I think it would work well if you have a place to put it a straight shot to the screen. I have it 22 feet from the screen and it projects a 210" projection. I think it doesn't do too well with a lot of lighting. You can always try it and return it to Amazon if you're not satisfied. I'm very satisfied with it myself.
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I'm currently at 15-17 feet away, 11 - 12 feet high and displaying off white dry wall with no material and the clarity is fantastic. A good site to check this projector's optimal distance is projector central.
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It's a projector, you can move it up closer or further back to get whatever size you want. you can do a few inches to a few hundred inches. I've had mine at 330" and it looked okay ( not overly bright) but 92" or 115" wouldn't be a problem at all.
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Best to download the manual where you can find all of the dimensions you are asking about. I have mine projecting 11 feet to a 65" wide screen. The zoom lens will make it wider than that if wanted. As with my installation you may want to mount the unit upside down on the ceiling.
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You should try to avoid any situation where you will be tilting your projector and/or using keystone adjustments. Ideally you would use an extension tube or as a last resort a shifting lens to get the lens into proper position in front of the screen. Using keystone adjustments (necessitated by tilting the projector) will reduce your effective resolution. I suggest you try to get the projector down at least a few feet from the ceiling, but there are lots of variables, and you have not given us enough data (throw distance, screen size, viewing distance, etc.)
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Distance from projector depends on the projector. Mine projects the full 12' diagonal size from about 25'...
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that would depend on the how big of a screen you want and what angle you are projecting.I have my projector mounted on the ceiling and projecting a 110" image on my wall. I have rather good definition although the angle form the ceiling mount makes one corner of the projection not as clear as the rest,(there is a lens focus that you adjust for different distances) but from what I have read on every projector this is a very common problem. I would recommend this projector over any other. between it's value and clarity its a great buy for a big screen without the big price. let me know if you have any other questions. that would depend on the how big of a screen you want and what angle you are projecting.I have my projector mounted on the ceiling and projecting a 110" image on my wall. I have rather good definition although the angle form the ceiling mount makes one corner of the projection not as clear as the rest,(there is a lens focus that you adjust for different distances) but from what I have read on every projector this is a very common problem. I would recommend this projector over any other. between it's value and clarity its a great buy for a big screen without the big price. let me... » Read More that would depend on the how big of a screen you want and what angle you are projecting.I have my projector mounted on the ceiling and projecting a 110" image on my wall. I have rather good definition although the angle form the ceiling mount makes one corner of the projection not as clear as the rest,(there is a lens focus that you adjust for different distances) but from what I have read on every projector this is a very common problem. I would recommend this projector over any other. between it's value and clarity its a great buy for a big screen without the big price. let me know if you have any other questions. « Show Less
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I have mine set for 10 feet away to project about a 45 inch screen. I bought a pull-down blind at Home depot for $50 that covers 7 feet by 5. Much cheaper than a projection screen.
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Hi Lawrence. I am not an expert, but I do own the projector you are looking at. I also installed it in our theatre. We hung it at 15' out and the throw is tight. I can't imagine being able to set it up at 8'. But the expert is better to ask. I was able to get through to the BenQ customer service. They were very knowledgeable when I was installing. But it did take several days for them to call back.
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The projector can be used either way. In fact I just had my mounted on the ceiling after using it on a table
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I have the projector mounted on a stand about 3 feet away from the screen. Any further back was too large of a display for a 5 foot screen. I think ceiling mounted would work as well.