Carada Projector Screen Review
Carada Criterion Projector Screen
Summary
- Product Name: Criterion Projector Screen
- Manufacturer: Carada
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- Review Date: February 23, 2005
- MSRP: $690
- Specifications
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Frame: 3.25" x 1.5" 6063 T-5 Aluminum Frame
Bracing: 14 gauge plate steel
Tensioning System: Manual via snap system with 3M adhesive-reinforced screen borders
Screen Material: Classic Cinema White (1.0), Brilliant White (1.4), High Contrast Grey (0.8)Over-spill Absorption: "Black Hole" velvet trim
Available Screen Ratios: 1.33:1, 1.78:1, 1.85:1, 2.05:1, 2.35:1
Outside Dimensions (as tested): 86.8" (W) x 51.7" (H)
Screen Dimensions (as tested): 80.2" (W) x 45.1" (H)
Pros
- Rock solid tension with no visible inconsistencies in surface material
- Steel corner bracing and well-constructed aluminum frame
- Able to attain a very even grayscale uniformity and color balance
Cons
- Bottom wall-bracket somewhat cumbersome for anchoring screen to wall
Introduction
The Carada Criterion projector screen offers a bargain alternative to the fixed screen wall systems offered by the name brand companies. The seamless Brilliant White screen material, with its 1.4 gain and thicker density, nearly mimics the performance of the popular Studiotek 130 screen, though further testing would be needed to see just how close it comes. I think that those looking to acquire the look of a professional installation on a budget would do well to consider Carada's new Criterion series screens - the pricing, performance and ease of use make it hard not to.
