Ultra Short Throw Projection Screens
Silver Ticket Products - Ultra Short Throw Projection Screens
Not all screen materials are compatible with UST projectors. Here is a list of the materials offered that are compatible with UST projection.
Matte White - This material works in rooms that are very dark with darker walls.
Matte Grey - This material works in rooms that are very dark with lighter walls.
UST - This material works in rooms that have ambient light. The material is ALR (Ambient light rejecting). This material also rejects light from the ceiling.
DIYUST - This material is a material made for UST projectors that rejects some light. It is made for medium light rooms to darker rooms. This material is sold as material only for the DIY (Do it yourself) frame.
The STR series frame works with some UST projector models. Some models of projectors project the light at a steep angle that will cause a shadow at the bottom of the viewing area. The shadow is caused by the light hitting the frame stopping the light from reaching the viewing area. The shadow is usually around 1/2" tall on the bottom of the viewing area.
The S7 series is specifically designed for all UST projectors, but only in the materials stated above.
S7 Series with Matte White Material
S7 Series with Matte Grey Material
If you already own a STR screen and know your UST projector works the frame. Here is an option to change your material to the UST material for the STR series.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Do UST projectors need special screens?
Yes and No. As shown above many of the screen materials works with UST projector. You cannot use screen materials that are made for long throw projectors as these materials will send the light towards the ceiling. If you have a room that has ambient light then you need an ALR (Ambient Light Rejecting) screen. The ALR screen will absorb most of the ambient light in the room and reflect the projected light from the UST projector back to the audience. If your room is dark and you do not have ambient light to absorb, then a White or Light Grey low gain material will work for your UST projector. The room will need to be dark to use the White or Light Grey low gain materials. You will also want to select a frame series that is designed for UST projectors like the Silver Ticket Products S7 series fixed frame screens.
What kind of screen do you use for a UST projector?
You need to select a screen material that is compatible with UST projectors. Not all materials are compatible with UST projectors. You cannot use screen materials that are made for long throw projectors as these materials will send the light towards the ceiling. If you have a room that has ambient light then you need an ALR (Ambient Light Rejecting) screen like the Silver Ticket Products UST screen material. The ALR screen will absorb most of the ambient light in the room and reflect the projected light from the UST projector back to the audience. If your room is dark and you do not have ambient light to absorb, then a White or Light Grey low gain material will work for your UST projector. The room will need to be dark to use the White or Light Grey materials. You will also want to select a frame series that is designed for UST projectors like the Silver Ticket Products S7 series fixed frame screens.
What is a UST screen?
A UST screen is a projector screen material designed for UST (Ultra Short Throw) Projectors. The screens are designed for projectors to be placed very close to the screen. The screen material is designed to reflect the sharpe angle of projected light back to the audience. Not all screen materials will reflect the light back to the audience. Higher gain screen and screens designed for long throw projectors will reflect the projected light to the ceiling and not to the audience. It is important to select the right screen material to match with a UST projector.
Are UST projectors and UST screens worth it?
If you are going to be in a dedicated theater room then a UST projector may not have any special benefit to you. In a dedicated theater room you can easily use any type of projector to receive great results. If you will be in a room with some ambient light and projector placement is difficult, then a UST projector and screen combo may be best for you. UST projectors and screens work great when paired in any room, but give great benefits when replacing a TV or as the main TV in a room.
Do UST projects need an ALR (Ambient Light Rejecting Screen) Screen?
Yes and No. If there is ambient light in your room then you do need an ALR UST screen. If there is not ambient light in your dedicated theater room then you do not have ambient light to reject. If there is no ambient light, you can use a low gain white or low gain light grey screen material. You will want to make sure to select a frame that is compatible with UST projectors like the Silver Ticket Products S7 series fixed frame screens.
Can you use a regular screen with a UST ultra short throw projector?
Yes you can, but in cases where there is a lot of light in the room it is recommended to use an UST ALR projection screen. If there is no ambient light, you can use a low gain white or low gain light grey screen material. You will want to make sure to select a frame that is compatible with UST projectors like the Silver Ticket Products S7 series fixed frame screens.
Do you need a UST ALR screen in a dark room?
If there is not ambient light in your dedicated theater room then you do not have ambient light to reject. If there is no ambient light, you can use a low gain white or low gain light grey screen material. You will want to make sure to select a frame that is compatible with UST projectors like the Silver Ticket Products S7 series fixed frame screens. You also don't need an ALR screen in room that will only be dark when using the UST projector.
What does CLR mean with UST projectors and screen?
CLR means Ceiling Light Rejecting. This means that light coming from above the screen is absorbed instead of washing out the projected image. The light from the UST projector is reflected to the audience while most of the other light hitting the screen from other angles is absorbed.