Projectors are commonly used in a range of locations and in many cases they can be permanently set up for use. This can be the case in a house for a home theatre or in a dedicated room in conference facilities and hotels. While there a few different options for setting up a projector, a common method is a projector wall mount and a number of manufacturers produce these.
A projector wall mount is typically a small metal frame that can be permanently attached to a wall as a way of setting up a projector for use. It is a simple method of using a projector and it provides a few advantages. With the projector being mounted on a wall it keeps it out of the way and less likely to be knocked over or suffer damage. While this is useful in most locations, it can be a good idea in high foot traffic areas such as schools or colleges where setting the projector on a table or other surface may put it in danger of an accident.
As it is placed in a higher location using a wall mount, a projector can also be better positioned for use and there is less chance of obstructions getting in the way and blocking the picture. Most mounts are also adjustable to some degree enabling the projector to be moved around to fit the picture best on the screen.
If you decide to set up equipment using a projector wall mount there are a number of manufacturers that produce them. Vivo Mounts is one of these and they have a few different models available. The Porsche Designed Wall Mount is an example of this and is available for just over $20. This model is designed with a platform on which the projector sits and has a safety strap attachment which enables easy installation and quick release if the projector needs to be taken down. Vivo Mounts also have a wall mount available where the projector is screwed into position below the mount with the cost for this style being around $30. It is suitable for most types of projectors and enables the projector to be adjusted in every direction such that it can be easily set up to suit the screen.
Peerless is another company that produces a projector wall mount and they have the Pwa-14W Wall Mount for Projectors available. This costs around $50 to purchase, with the projector being held in place below the mount such that it is easily adjustable. While it can be used for smaller projectors the mount is capable of carrying up to 50Lbs and is therefore suitable for larger projector equipment.
A projector can be a useful aid when giving lectures and presentations and if set up in a permanent location a suitable method of mounting is required. A projector wall mount can be one of the best options as it places the equipment in a suitable position to project onto the screen and also keeps the projector stored safely out of the way and less likely to be damaged.