Screen Technology Archives - Page 29 of 44

Goodbye Glass Beaded Screens

by Terry Coffey | Jan 29, 2016 | Draper Updates, Screen Technology

Draper hit a sort of milestone earlier this month. After decades of use, word finally came that we would no longer sell glass beaded screens. It was, as the old saying goes, the end of an era. Glass beaded projection screens have been around for a long time; Draper...

New InfoComm Display Size Standard

by Terry Coffey | Jan 15, 2016 | International Update, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology

For many years, when someone asked us, “How big should my screen be?” we have used basic rules of thumb, based on the size of the audience area and the projection screen format (s) to be used, to arrive at an answer. We recommended a viewing image height of one sixth,...

Star Wars: Return of the Draper Jedi

by Terry Coffey | Dec 17, 2015 | Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology

Are you confused about the term Draper Jedi used in the headline? You may not have heard the news, but this week marks the public premiere of the new entry in the Star Wars movie franchise. Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the seventh episode in the science fiction...

I/ITSEC Connects Military, Industry Simulation Pros

by Jim Hoodlebrink | Nov 27, 2015 | Draper Updates, Screen Technology

Over the years modeling and simulation have become increasingly important in training and education, and the military is no exception. Starting Monday I’ll be in Orlando, Florida for the main trade show gathering where military personnel mix with industry...

Making Waves with Projection

by Amy Madden | Nov 23, 2015 | Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology

When you ride waves, you are always behind. You’re always trying to catch up to the latest trend. Because you’re always following, you’re never ahead. For years, we rode the waves. We sold matt white…over and over again. In our defense, Draper did offer other...

Draper Returns to WFX

by Terry Coffey | Nov 16, 2015 | Draper Updates, Houses of Worship, Screen Technology

It’s unlikely Mal McCawley will forget the 2014 Worship Facilities Expo any time soon. During the show, McCawley visited the Draper booth and entered a prize drawing, never imagining his name would be drawn. “Everyone at church is very happy,” McCawley, the Pastor of...