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Mounting choice

Fixed-Frame vs Floor-Rising UST Projector Screen

For UST projection, both fixed-frame and floor-rising screens can work well. The real decision is whether you want a permanent cinema wall or a screen that disappears when the room returns to normal.

For UST projection, both fixed-frame and floor-rising screens can work well. The real decision is whether you want a permanent cinema wall or a screen that disappears when the room returns to normal.

Fixed frame: simple and permanent

A fixed frame keeps the material tensioned and ready at all times. There are no motors, cases or trigger systems to manage. It is usually the cleanest choice when the wall is dedicated to the screen.

Floor rising: flexible and discreet

A motorized floor-rising screen can hide inside a cabinet or case when not in use. That flexibility is valuable in shared living spaces, but it adds mechanical complexity, cost and another large piece of furniture or hardware.

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NothingProjector Black Series 120-inch ALR/CLR

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Decision table

PriorityFixed frameFloor rising
Lowest complexity
Screen disappears
Always perfectly positionedUsually, once calibrated
Dedicated theater wallOptional
Multi-purpose living roomCan dominate the wall

Where the 120-inch Black Series fits

The product promoted on this site is the fixed-frame version. Choose it when you can dedicate the wall and want the most direct route to a tensioned 120-inch UST ALR surface.

Editorial note: Research reviewed 2026-09-16. We do not claim firsthand product use unless explicitly stated. Manufacturer figures are identified as listed specifications and can change.