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Complete Guide – How to Choose the Right Motorized Projection Screen from 4 to 7 Meters Wide
- Olivier Powis
- Aug 1
- 8 min read
In a university auditorium, a corporate meeting room, or a local theater, a projection screen is never just an “accessory.” It’s the visual stage for the message you want to convey.
Between small, limited formats and complex giant screens, there is a range often underestimated by professionals: motorized projection screens from 4 to 7 meters wide.
Even for more modest projects, these medium-sized screens are highly sought after by audiovisual integrators, consultants, and architects — because their impact can be decisive:
Large enough to ensure optimal visibility in rooms seating 50 to 300 people,
Compact enough to remain motorized, discreet, lightweight, and easy to integrate.
But selecting a motorized medium-format screen is not something you can improvise. Dimensions, screen fabric, mounting type, architectural compatibility, image performance — every detail matters.
👉 In this expert guide, Multivision Screens shares best practices, on-site experience, and key decision-making criteria. It’s content crafted for audiovisual professionals, technical specifiers, and anyone looking to avoid the classic mistakes.
When Should You Choose a Motorized Projection Screen Between 4 and 7 Meters?
There are spaces where the image needs to unite, guide, or impress — but without dominating the environment. Where flexibility of use is just as critical as projection quality. This is where the 4 to 7 meter screen format makes all the difference.
Spaces That Need the Right Format — Not the Largest
A 5 or 6-meter-wide projection screen isn’t trying to compete with a 12-meter LED wall or scenic installation. It’s about finding balance: a large enough surface for every viewer — from front row to back — to read the content clearly, without compromising the architectural integration or the room’s versatility.
These screens are ideal for:
A modular meeting room used for both presentations and workshops,
A university auditorium hosting conferences, lectures, and recordings,
A community cultural hall alternating between film screenings, public events, and talks,
An immersive gallery or museum, where visuals must integrate, not overwhelm,
Or educational facilities in need of a reliable, discreet, immersive projection solution.
The medium format screen is a solution born from real-world needs: combining image quality, viewing comfort, installation efficiency, and spatial harmony.
Common Mistakes (And Costly Oversights)
Too often, the projection screen is chosen either too late or too quickly. The result? Poor visibility from the back, noisy motors, unsuitable screen material, or improper mounting options.
Here are the most common — and most expensive — mistakes:
Choosing the Screen After the Projector
Classic pitfall: you specify the projector first, then adjust the screen. Never mind if the aspect ratio doesn’t match. But a 6-meter screen shouldn’t be chosen “by eye.”
👉 Multivision Screens offers a simple, free projection ratio calculator to ensure your image dimensions and throw distance match from the beginning.
A Screen Fabric That’s Too Glossy or Lacking Contrast
A glass-walled room doesn’t need the same screen as a darkened theater. A basic white fabric in bright settings looks washed out. Conversely, the wrong gray fabric can absorb too much light.
👉 Choose your screen fabric based on ambient light, the type of projected content, and the audio setup (speakers positioned in front of or behind the screen).
A Noisy or Poorly Calibrated Motor
In multipurpose spaces, every decibel matters. An uninsulated or jerky motor can ruin a presentation or disrupt a performance.
👉 Multivision Screens uses ultra-quiet tubular motors, tested under real conditions and compatible with wired, wireless, or smart control systems (e.g., DMX, KNX, Crestron).
Poorly Anticipated Integration
The screen arrives… but the false ceiling is already closed. No reservations were made. Or worse: the load-bearing wall can’t support the weight.
👉 The Multivision Screens design office provides technical plans, structural recommendations, and BIM files for inclusion during the design phase.
Pro tip: “A good screen is 50% product quality, 50% installation quality… and 100% smart planning.”
The Limitations of Standard Off-the-Shelf Screens
In tight bids or single-lot projects, it’s tempting to opt for a “catalog” screen — seemingly fast to deliver and easy to install. But standardized solutions quickly run into field-level issues.
Fixed Formats That Rarely Fit
Most consumer or generic electric projection screens are offered in fixed widths: 3 m, 4 m, 5 m. But not 5.20 m. Not 4.75 m. Not 6.10 m.
Yet a projection screen isn’t furniture — it’s a surface designed to display content clearly, from a specific distance, in a specific space. An “almost right” format can ruin readability or distort the content.
One Fabric for Dozens of Use Cases
Standard models often don’t allow you to choose the right screen fabric. But a glossy, non-perforated fabric without acoustic treatment can render a screen unusable in a cultural venue or echo-prone space.
A Motor Not Built for Heavy Use
In professional settings, screens can be used several times a day. Many basic systems are made for occasional use — not for daily operation in municipal halls or higher education institutions.
No Technical Support or Design Input
Who answers when you need to know:
How to embed this screen in a suspended ceiling?
Where should the cables run?
Can the roll-up direction be reversed?
A standard screen might suit a living room or small classroom. But for a conference room, auditorium, or museum, there’s no room for error. That’s why you need to work with an expert manufacturer.
👉 Multivision Screens offers tailored support via our engineering office, experienced technicians, and field-oriented customer service.
The Multivision Screens Approach: Controlled Customization
At Multivision Screens, we listened to the voices of field installers, scenographers obsessed with the perfect angle, and technicians tired of unreliable, warped screens. The result: we created a solution that is reliable, elegant, and built for real-life use.
Widevision: The Professional Choice for Medium-Format Screens
The Widevision motorized screen is designed for intensive use, demanding spaces, and hybrid AV projects. It’s not a compromise — it’s the optimal choice for professionals who value quality and precision.
Key features:
Screen widths: from 4.5 to 7 meters
Silent tubular motor, tested for long-term reliability
Discrete aluminum casing, customizable (RAL color, inox, wood, raw finish)
Reinforced mounting options: wall, ceiling, suspended
Fabric options: front projection, rear projection, acoustic micro-perforated, high brightness
Control systems: wired switch, RF remote, or full home automation (DMX, KNX, Crestron, etc.)
👉 View the Widevision product sheet
Frictionless Integration
The Widevision screen is designed to fit seamlessly into spaces where standard solutions fall short:
Recessed in false ceilings or wooden enclosures
Integrated into niches or stage structures
Installed in sensitive environments (heritage buildings, acoustically demanding rooms)
Multivision provides design support early on with:
DWG and PDF installation plans
Pre-installation diagrams
3D simulation upon request
Help choosing the right fabric, format, and housing finish
👉 Learn more about our AV design office
Multivision Screen Expert Tip:
“A good screen shouldn’t impose itself. It should adapt — to the right format, the right fabric, the right space. That’s what we’ve done for over 20 years.”
How to Choose the Right Medium-Format Motorized Screen?
Selecting a motorized screen between 4 and 7 meters wide isn’t just about choosing a width. It’s about balancing readability, spatial integration, acoustic compatibility, and durability.
Here’s a comprehensive decision framework:
1. Screen Width & Aspect Ratio
4 to 4.5 m → ideal for rooms with 50–80 seats
5 to 6 m → comfortable viewing up to 200 seats
7 m → excellent for auditoriums and mid-sized stages
Recommended aspect ratios:
16:10 → collaborative work, mixed content
16:9 → video projection, live events, recording
4:3 → institutional use, legacy equipment
2. Screen Fabric: The Core of Image Quality
White matte fabric → standard front projection
Acoustic micro-perforated fabric → for speakers placed behind
High-gain fabric → ideal for high ambient light
Rear-projection fabric → when the projector is placed behind the screen
👉 Explore the full range of projection fabrics
3. Motor & Controls
Silent tubular motor integrated into the housing
Control options: wall switch, radio remote, home automation (KNX, DMX, Crestron…)
4. Architectural Integration
Mounting types: wall, ceiling, or suspended
Recessed integration with included diagrams
Customizable casing (RAL color, wood, brushed aluminum, etc.)
👉 Discover Multivision Screen installation services
5. Optional Accessories
Side masking panels
Adjustable black drop
Discreet cable routing & optimized reservations
Summary Table: Choosing Your Motorized Projection Screen
Real-World Projects
When Contemporary Art Meets Heritage
At Multivision Screens, every screen has a purpose, but also an intention.
In March 2025, we designed and delivered a framed screen for an immersive installation at the Tour de la Chaîne in La Rochelle. The work of artist Tania Mouraud, presented as part of the “Biens venus!” program, invites us to rethink our connection to living beings and the environment.
Taking part in a committed artistic project means going beyond the technical solution: it’s about contributing to an experience that carries meaning.
Express Setup in Beauvechain: Two Widevision Screens Installed in Under Two Days
Two Widevision motorized screens (6.2 m and 4.5 m) were installed in less than 48 hours. Both used Cinopaque fabric — a white screen with black blackout backing — perfect for maintaining contrast in bright rooms.
A flawless example of speed, precision, and durability.
Installation of 9 screens at the Avani Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
Multivision Screens installed nine motorized screens in the conference rooms of the Avani Riverside Hotel, including five Widevision models and four Nolimit models, ranging from 9 to 12 meters wide. A projector lift with a 5‑meter opening was also integrated.
This ambitious project, completed within a tight deadline, combined technical precision and elegance at the heart of a luxury establishment overlooking the Chao Phraya River.
These projects showcase Multivision Screens’ ability to meet the demands of challenging environments, delivering a high level of technical expertise and aesthetic refinement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What screen width is recommended for a room of 50 to 100 people?
For an audience of 50 to 100 people, a screen width between 4.5 and 5.5 meters is recommended. The 16:10 format is particularly well-suited for professional and educational applications.
Can a motorized screen be recessed into an acoustic ceiling?
Yes. Multivision Screens offers models with a compact casing and silent motorization, specifically designed for integration into technical ceilings. We provide reservation and mounting diagrams tailored to your project from the design phase onwards.
What are the lead times for a custom-made screen?
Most Widevision models are manufactured within 2 to 3 weeks after project approval. Deliveries are then scheduled according to the destination.
Which screen fabric should be chosen for a room with high ambient light?
It is recommended to use a high-gain fabric or a metallic gray fabric, both of which enhance contrast even in bright conditions. Multivision Screens offers several variants tailored to specific applications.
Can a 6-meter screen be mounted on a hollow brick load-bearing wall?
Yes, but a preliminary assessment is required. Multivision Screens provides suitable mounting plans and can recommend additional reinforcements depending on the type of wall structure.
Medium-Format Motorized Screens — A Highly Strategic Choice
In the world of professional projection, every detail matters. A screen between 4 and 7 meters wide is not a halfway option between small and giant formats — it’s a fully-fledged technical and scenographic solution. Large enough to make a lasting visual impact. Smart enough to integrate seamlessly into architectural environments.
With the Widevision range, Multivision Screens offers more than just products. We bring:
Real-world expertise
A project-centric approach
Full customization capabilities
A true culture of tailored AV integration
Whether you're an AV integrator, architect, or audiovisual project manager, you know that a poorly sized or poorly integrated screen will cost you — in performance, satisfaction, and reputation.
Choosing Multivision Screens means betting on a durable, customized solution, built for your space, your content, and your audience.
Recap: Why Choose a Motorized Medium-Format Screen?
The 4 to 7 meter format is ideal for rooms seating 50 to 300 people.
Fabric type, image format, and integration method are as strategic as the projector itself.
The screen must be considered early in the architectural and AV planning — not at the last minute.
Multivision Screens supports you from A to Z: design, customization, manufacturing, and installation.
