Sony projector setup
A good home cinema projector setup is about more than simply positioning your projector in the right place. With so many projectors available and so many variables in your space, getting the perfect configuration is key to enjoying a truly immersive experience. Here, we explore the features of a home cinema Sony projector setup and how to get the most from your product.
Sony projectors
Sony offers a wide variety of home cinema projectors, the best of which feature its Silicon X-tal Reflective Display (SXRD) panel technology. This layer of liquid crystal sits on top of the silicon microdisplay, reflecting light in a very straight path to create high resolution images with exceptional contrast and clarity. Blacks are inkier, light is brighter, and colours are more vibrant, ensuring your viewing experience is second to none.
Sony’s projectors deliver native 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) pictures, incorporating 8.85 million pixels into a 1.5-inch square of silicon. The result is an ultra-sharp image with no jagged edges or visible pixels. The microdisplay is also capable of running up to 200 frames per second, minimising motion smear.
Like all the best home cinema projectors, Sony’s models deliver a minimum of 2,000 lumens brightness, enabling you to watch content even when there’s some ambient light in the room.
Configuring your home cinema projector setup
When you’ve chosen the projector that best fits your needs, you’ll need to ensure it’s set up and calibrated correctly. A professional home cinema installer is the best person to do this, as they have the knowledge to achieve the best picture quality for your home cinema design.
The first thing to ascertain is how far the projector needs to be from your home cinema projector screen. It should be placed at a distance that allows the image to fit the screen while maintaining pin-sharp focus. Often projectors are mounted on the ceiling, and can be placed in motorised mechanisms that drop down to the height required when the projector is in use. To do this, your chosen professional may need access to your ceiling space in order to set up the wiring.
Once your projector and screen are aligned correctly, your home cinema installer can adjust the settings to attain the right image orientation and ensure the picture is perfectly centred on the screen. A good home cinema projector will also have zoom and focus controls which can be adjusted to deliver a crystal clear image.
Audio setup
Projector audio should be supported by a quality sound system, which your installer will set up and calibrate at the same time. Depending on your needs and budget you may have either a soundbar or speakers positioned around your space. The latter delivers more immersive audio that places you at the heart of the action.
Cabling
If you’re using a professional for the job (which we highly recommend), your projector cabling will be taken care of during installation. Cables should be hidden away in the ceiling and walls, or using furniture, to avoid detracting from the overall effect of your home cinema.
Home cinemas in Kent and Surrey
At New Wave AV, we specialise in providing home cinemas in Kent, Surrey and beyond. Our experts can recommend products to meet your needs and deliver your perfect space, from design and lighting to audio-visual equipment. We can also automate your home cinema or integrate its technology into your existing home automation system. Discover our demonstration home cinema in Surrey or contact us to discuss your requirements.
