Front or Rear Projection: Which to Choose for Your Event

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Front or Rear Projection
Which to Choose for Your Event
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Front vs. Rear Projection

• The primary difference between these two options
  are
• Front projection reflects light off of the screen
• Rear projection diffuses the projector's light
  through the screen
• The cost and time associated with each are
  relatively similar however,
• there are several factors to consider, when
  determining which might
• make one option better than the other for your
  particular event.

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• The Venue
• How Much Space Do You Have?

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Front Projection

• The screen can be placed against a wall since all
  the equipment will be in front of the screen
• The projector can either be positioned on the
  floor, mounted to the ceiling, or at the back of
  the room with your other production equipment
• The projector can be placed anywhere between a
  few feet to several yards from the screen
• Front projection clears up floor space allowing
  for a higher audience capacity or other
  activities/vendors
• Be aware anything between the projector and
  screen
• will generate shadows

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Rear Projection

• The projector will be behind the screen
  therefore, the screen will need to be placed away
  from the wall to make room for the equipment
• This option is best suited for larger venues
  since it does cut down space in the room.
• The specific amount of space needed behind the
  screen will vary depending on the size of the
  screen, projector, and projector lens being used
• The advantage it eliminates any issues with
  shadows
• such as people walking in front of the projector

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Ambient Light

• Front Projection
• The image produced is considerably weakened if
  there is a lot of ambient light
• So you would need a way to darken the room to
  ensure the image is bright and clear
• Rear Projection
• The presence of ambient light can actually make
  the image
• better by increasing contrast and saturation
• So it would be well worth considering this for
  rooms where it is
• not possible to eliminate the required amount of
  ambient light

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Line of Sight and Angle

• Take into account where your audience will sit in
  relation to the screen.
• Front Projection
• The screen gain has the greatest effect on the
  viewing angle
• The further off to the side the attendees sit,
  the more distorted the image becomes
• Rear Projection
• The angle is not as imperative, but screen
  material should be carefully
• considered, as this can affect the quality and
  clarity of the images

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Look and Feel
When it comes to choosing which option is best
for your event, consider the event's ambiance.
Front Projection The visibility of the
equipment in the venue can make it seem cluttered
and less professional Rear Projection
Everything is hidden away behind the screen
giving the event a clean, clear, and professional
look If you are still unsure or your event has
some complex AV needs please get in touch, we are
always happy to help make your event memorable
for all the right reasons.