M2e Initial Setup
Choosing a Location - Projector Orientation
Personal preference and room layout will decide the installation location. Consider the following:
- Size and position of your screen.
- Location of a suitable power outlet.
- Location and distance between the projector and other equipment.
Front Table
Front Ceiling
Rear Table
Rear Ceiling
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
| Front Table | The projector is placed near the floor in front of the screen. |
| Front Ceiling | The projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. |
| Rear Table[1] | The projector is placed near the floor behind the screen. |
| Rear Ceiling[1] | The projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. |
Projection Dimensions
- NOTE: (e) = Screen | (f) = Center of Lens
16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen
| (a) Screen Size | (b) Projection Distance | (c) Image Height | Image Width | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| in. | cm | in. | m | in. | cm | in. | cm |
| 30 | 76.2 | 31.64 | 0.80 | 14.71 | 37.36 | 26.15 | 66.4 |
| 40 | 101.6 | 42.18 | 1.07 | 19.61 | 49.81 | 34.86 | 88.6 |
| 50 | 127 | 52.73 | 1.34 | 24.51 | 62.26 | 43.58 | 110.7 |
| 60 | 152.4 | 63.28 | 1.61 | 29.42 | 74.72 | 52.29 | 132.8 |
| 70 | 177.8 | 73.82 | 1.88 | 34.32 | 87.17 | 61.01 | 155.0 |
| 80 | 203.2 | 84.37 | 2.14 | 39.22 | 99.62 | 69.73 | 177.1 |
| 90 | 228.6 | 94.91 | 2.41 | 44.12 | 112.07 | 78.44 | 199.2 |
| 100 | 254 | 105.46 | 2.68 | 49.03 | 124.53 | 87.16 | 221.4 |
- There is a 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. It is recommended to physically test the projection size and distance before permanently installing the projector.
Mounting the Projector
- NOTE: If you buy a third party mount, please use the correct screw size. Screw size can vary depending on the thickness of the mounting plate.
- To ensure the most secure installation, please use a ViewSonic® wall or ceiling mount.
- Ensure the screws used to attach the mount to the projector meet the following specifications:
- Screw type: M4 x 8
- Maximum Screw Length: 8 mm
- To access the ceiling mount points, remove the three (3) foot pads on the bottom of the projector.
- CAUTION
- Avoid installing the projector near a heat source.
- Keep at least a 10 cm (3.9 in.) gap between the ceiling and the bottom of the projector.