A fixed installation projection system is generally the largest type of projector you can buy—weighing typically 10 pounds or more (sometimes much more). Obviously, these projectors are designed to remain in one place— usually conference rooms or presentation suites. Fixed installation projectors can be mounted table top or you can ask your projector installations professional to mount your projector on the ceiling.

Fixed projector prices can be quite high, but these projectors tend to last a long time and offer exceptional brightness and crispness over smaller models. Today's digital models are even powerful enough to show perfect presentations in a large, well-lit room. If you're in the market for a fixed installation projector, consider the following:

1. Buying from suppliers of installation projectors for best selection and good prices.

2. Shopping through a manufacturer to enjoy special programs and specialized service.

3. Looking for a digital model if you need perfect picture quality or if your presentation area is large and bright.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find retailers or suppliers of installation projectors for maximum selection

Online retailers of large venue projectors (as fixed installation models are sometimes called) are often able to offer excellent prices, great selection and good delivery. Some offer parts and accessories that allow you to get just the projection system you need.

I recommend: ProjectorCentral retails fixed installation projectors. Their easy online system makes it easy to find the projector model or brand you're looking for. Projector SuperStore offers dozens of fixed installation projection systems in every price range. The company is a manufacturer direct authorized dealer for every projector and part they sell. They are also an authorized repair center for most projector manufacturers, which can help protect your warranty.

Buy your fixed installation projector from a manufacturer for quality service

If you want to buy fixed installation projectors, make sure to budget for installation--unless you buy direct. Buying a fixed installation projection system from a manufacturer has several advantages. Manufacturers, for example, sometimes offer services such as installation help or technical support in addition to sales.

I recommend: Panasonic lets you buy fixed installation projectors direct, which can save your business money. Buying direct also lets you take advantage of the company's extended warranties, technical support and maintenance programs. InFocus has a line of fixed installation projection systems that will meet your needs. Buying direct from the company allows you to enjoy free quotes, repair services and The InFocus Technology Upgrade Program, which gets you cash for your old projector.

Purchase fixed installation digital projectors for presentations in large, bright venues

A fixed installation digital projector uses an all digital display chip, which means a larger projector but also more flexibility in use and much brighter and clearer images. The prices on digital fixed projector models is relatively high, but the investment is worth it if you need to present material in a large, bright room that requires high-powered equipment.

I recommend: Christie sells purpose-built digital projectors designed specifically for large events. These large venue projectors are perfect for those applications where brightness and perfect image are all-important. Topbulb boasts a number of digital large venue projectors for sale. Topbulb has been in business for more than seven decades and has built a reputation as an excellent supplier of projection technology.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If you're on a budget and want a crisp image with no pixels and will be presenting in a dark room, single chip DLP (digital light processing) projectors are a good choice. If your presentation room is bright and you need some flexible features, select LCD (liquid crystal display). For the best possible performance, quality, image size and brightness, look for three chip DLP fixed installation projectors, although keep in mind that the price on these models is high.