How tall should a projector stand be?
We recommend that the bottom of the screen be between 24” and 36” inches off the floor. If you have multiple rows of seating, you may need to go a bit higher to keep clean sight-lines for people sitting behind the first row.
Where should I keep my projector?
Stuff it in a Custom-Made Soffit. This is a popular go-to solution of home theater designers.
Can I put a projector on a shelf?
Generally speaking, you’ll want at least 20 centimetres between an obstruction and the projector’s vent to help it keep cool, and this isn’t always possible on a shelf. Con: If you place the projector on a shelf, the image might be too high on the wall (especially if it’s a high shelf).
Can I use a camera tripod for a projector?
Camera tripod mounts work perfectly for projectors, so long as they are correctly sized tripods capable of bearing the projector’s weight.
How far off the ceiling should a projector be?
Projection Distance
| Diagonal image size | Min. ceiling height | Distance from top of image to wall plate holes |
|---|---|---|
| 59 inches | 77.5 inches (196.8 cm) | 8.5 inches (21.7 cm) |
| 60 inches | 78.1 inches (198.3 cm) | 8.7 inches (22.0 cm) |
| 70 inches | 84.3 inches (214.2 cm) | 10.0 inches (25.4 cm) |
| 77 inches | 88.7 inches (225.3 cm) | 11.0 inches (27.8 cm) |
Do I need a tripod for projector?
Depending on your setup, you may not need a tripod at all. Miroir projectors can be used in hand, on table tops, on a stack of books, with a table top tripod or a standard tripod – its all a matter of preference.
Can you connect a TV to a projector?
Streaming device: If you have a streaming device like a Roku or Fire Stick, you can connect it to your projector via HDMI and then watch TV using an app like YouTube TV or fuboTV that lets you stream live television. Native apps: Some projectors are built on platforms like Android TV and run apps natively.