How To Roll Up A Projector Screen? Here’s 7 Types And Ways To Retract Them

Words and visuals are essential in getting a point across. This is why a projector screen is an excellent tool.

It’s used by everyday viewing and professional settings. We can use it for movies, academics, business, arts, and most situations where there is an audience.

But what makes projector screens the best choice is that it saves space, it’s easy to use, and it gets everyone’s attention. But first-time users might find it confusing to roll-up the screen.

But believe me, it’s quite simple. Just follow the steps below:

1. What kind of projector screen are you using?

Before you even start or end a presentation, you’ll have to determine what kind of projector screen it is. By being aware of the different types, you’ll never have to fidget around trying to figure out if it’s rollable or not.

Types of projectors

As you can see in the table above, not all projector screens are set up, taken down, or used in the same way. Each projector screen has its own function, specialty, and instructions.

Knowing whether or not it’s an automatic or manual projector screen will also save you time and embarrassment. We wouldn’t want to fumble around with the projector screen before or after an important presentation since it affects credibility!

2. Don’t disassemble, yet.

Don’t pack up so quickly! At the end of your presentation, you can correspond with your audience and encourage them to ask questions.

You’ll be glad to have your materials out for this. Go back to the slides so you can give them a clear answer.

3. Finalize the presentation.

When the presentation is actually over, give an awesome closing statement to give a sense of finality. Don’t forget to thank the audience, too!

If the people are going to be exiting the room, you can shake hands, and give pleasantries. Start packing your equipment when the audience is gone, this is so you make a great impression!

But if they’ll be staying in the room, giving a final statement, thanking them and then packing up your equipment is totally acceptable, too. So long as you’re not taking so much time.

4. Give it a pull!

When the whole presentation is over, you can roll up the screen. For manual projector screens, pull down, but if it’s on a tripod or a manual floor rising screen, pull up.

If you’re using an electronic or automatic projector, simply use the remote. For inflatables, it can just be deflated.

You can easily see the tab or the handle for you to pull on. Of course, if it’s on a tripod, be sure to unfasten it from the top before tugging at it but don’t let go of the handle as soon as you pull on it.

5. Don’t forget to stop.

When you feel that the projector no longer moves as you tug on it, you can stop. Then, the projector will roll back up automatically. Of course, if it’s on a stand or a manual floor rising screen, it will roll downward.

Again, do not let go of the tab when it starts rolling up. Instead, you should guide the projector as it rolls back up or down to avoid damage.

This is because some older designs roll up forcefully, which can cause it to become worn out or even completely destroyed. But these days, some newer models roll back more gently, but it’s best to be sure.

So whether or not it’s an older or newer model, you should always guide it as it rolls back up to preserve the quality of the screen.

6. Keep it tidy.

If you’re using one that needs to be disassembled, packed, or stored in a specific way, be sure to do it correctly. Being rough or careless with certain projector screen types can lead to wear and tear.

Keep the parts organized and kept together. So the next time you’ll have to use the projector screen, you’ll be glad you kept it organized.

To wrap it up

Basically, after the end of the presentation, just pull up if it’s on a stand, and pull down if it’s mounted or a floor rising screen. Guide the projector as it rolls up, and then tidy up!

Retractable Projector Screen Mechanism

How retractable projector screens work is fairly simple. The mechanism is completely housed inside the cylindrical encasement wherein the projector screen rolls in.

Believe it or not, a manual retractable projector screen makes use of a simple spring system. When you pull on the projector screen, it expands and then retracts, then the screen is pulled and rolled into the cylinder.

On the other hand, automatic or electric ones make use of a motor. This is quite common for newer and pricier models.

Vance Tran

Vance is a dad, former software engineer, and tech lover. Knowing how a computer works becomes handy when he builds Pointer Clicker. His quest is to make tech more accessible for non-techie users. When not working with his team, you can find him caring for his son and gaming.