Projection Screen Calculator

Calculate optimal screen size, throw distance, and projector placement. Get viewing distance recommendations and lumens requirements for your venue.

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Screen Size

Screen Dimensions

Width4.00m (13.1')
Height2.25m (7.4')
Diagonal4.59m (181")
Screen Area9.0 m² (97 ft²)

Throw Distance

Ultra Short Throw0.8m - 1.6m
Short Throw1.6m - 4.0m
Standard4.0m - 8.0m
Long Throw8.0m - 16.0m

Viewing Recommendations

Your Viewing Distance10.0m
Viewing Angle22.6°
Recommended viewing distances:
THX (36° angle)6.2m
SMPTE (30° angle)7.4m
Resolution recommendation:
1080p (HD sufficient at this distance)

Lumens Recommendation

Dark Room (min)678 lumens
Controlled Lighting1,163 lumens
Ambient Light1,938 lumens
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