Projector Mount Installation

There are different places to mount your projector, depending on your preferences.

A ceiling mount can be attached either directly flush to the ceiling or dropped below the ceiling at any level with an extension column. A ceiling-mounted projector will need to be inverted, and will need to have mounting holes on the bottom of the projector; something you'll want to check into before buying a ceiling mount. Also, you'll want to make sure there's a load-bearing stud in a location appropriate to your setup, as the projector and mount can get quite heavy.

Most wall mounts are designed to attach directly to a stud in your wall. While there are only a few ways a wall-mounted projector can attach to your wall, there is versatility in the position of the projector, itself which can usually be aligned either right-side-up or in an inverted position. This leaves more room for flexibility in the type of projector you choose.

A table-top mount works perfectly if you have the furniture to accommodate it. Table-top mounts can also be configured with more than one projector at a time, and also offer more flexibility in vertical and horizontal positioning of the projector and the image.

A projector lift will conceal and reveal your projector with the touch of a button on a remote or a wall switch. Projector lifts are ideal for ceiling-placement projectors, as you have the ability to adjust the height as needed, and the projector can be hidden when not in use.

Some Things to Remember:
Always make sure the mount is perfectly level, as a botched job is hard to fix later and can damage both the mount and, ultimately, the projector.

Always follow the mounting directions exactly, and make sure you double check your measurements before getting started.

Check for any electronic cable or wiring before starting by purchasing an inexpensive electricity cable locator at a hardware store.

While projectors aren't necessarily overly heavy, find someone to help you with the installation process. Your projector will show a much better picture when it hasn't first been dropped on the floor.