Compatibility
Is the OpenAir Series Compatible With Ultra Short Throw Projectors?
The merchant lists UST compatibility. Here is why portable screen tension and geometry matter more when a projector sits very close to the screen.
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Yes—the current OpenAir Series specification table lists “Standard Long Throw / Ultra Short Throw UST Projectors” as applicable projectors. That is a meaningful distinction because not every portable screen is marketed for UST use.
Why UST is demanding
An ultra-short-throw projector sends light upward at a steep angle. Small waves, bends or uneven tension can create visible geometry errors that a conventional long-throw projector may not reveal as strongly.
What to pay attention to
- Assemble the frame fully and square it before final screen tension.
- Keep the screen plane flat rather than leaning it back or forward.
- Make tiny projector position changes before relying on digital keystone.
- Confirm the image size fits within the actual viewable surface.
- Use a stable ground position so alignment does not drift during viewing.
Compatibility does not mean every UST projector will produce the same image size at the same distance. Your projector's throw ratio and geometry controls still determine placement.
