Da-Lite Parallax 28850V
Best ambient light-rejecting screen for bright-room ultra short-throw home theaters.
Experience the Da-Lite Parallax 28850V, a fixed frame projection screen designed for Ultra Short-Throw projectors. Its Parallax Pure UST 0.45 surface utilizes advanced micro-layered optics to reject ambient light, delivering a television-like image with exceptional contrast and brightness, even in well-lit environments. This screen effectively minimizes glare from windows and lighting, providing wide viewing angles without speckle. Supporting 4K resolution and featuring a Pro-Trim Black Fabric frame to absorb stray light, it's perfect for both professional AV setups and home theaters.
$3200.80
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
380
/ 1331
#380 in Projection Screens
Price vs Category Average
-32%
Below average
Viewable Diagonal
109
/ inches
Who it's for
- Homeowners using projectors in brightly lit living spaces
- Movie lovers seeking cinematic contrast and deep black levels
- Families hosting group movie nights with wide seating arrangements
Who should skip it
- Critical viewers sensitive to screen surface artifacts and texture
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for an affordable display solution
- Casual users wanting a simple, flexible projector setup
Performance breakdown
Ambient Light Rejection
Advanced micro-layered optics maintain deep contrast even in sunlit living spaces.
UST Optimization
Engineered specifically to eliminate distortion from ultra-short throw projection angles.
Visual Clarity
Delivers a crisp, speckle-free image that rivals high-end flat panel televisions.
Frame Build Quality
Pro-Trim fabric finish effectively absorbs stray light for a cleaner picture.
Installation Ease
Rolled shipping simplifies transport and assembly for a fixed frame setup.
Viewing Angles
Maintains consistent brightness and color accuracy across a wide seating area.
Key Specs
Viewable Diagonal
109 inches
Viewable Width
92 inches
Viewable Height
57.5 inches
Projection Surface
Parallax Pure UST 0.45
Gain
0.45
Format
Widescreen [16:10]
Supported Resolution
4K
Mount Type
Wall (Fixed Frame)
Features
- Superior ambient light rejection
- Glare and speckle-free viewing
- Optimized for Ultra Short-Throw projectors
- Maintains high contrast in bright rooms
- Easy installation with rolled shipping
- Pro-Trim frame absorbs stray light
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise this screen for its exceptional performance in bright environments. The specialized material is lauded for maintaining deep contrast, rich blacks, and vibrant colors despite high ambient light, effectively rejecting off-axis light. This capability transforms previously unusable spaces into viable projection areas, allowing the image to compete successfully with flat panel displays. Reviewers consistently highlight the robust build quality, confirming its premium status. The primary consideration noted is the significant price point, which tempers the value perception for some. Additionally, precise projector alignment is important due to the optimal viewing cone. Despite these factors, the consensus is that the superior light rejection justifies its position as a top-tier surface for bright room viewing.
Know before you buy
No, the Parallax Pure UST 0.45 surface is specifically engineered for Ultra Short-Throw projectors. Using a standard-throw projector with this screen will result in poor image quality and uneven brightness.
This screen is designed specifically for bright environments. Its ambient light rejecting technology minimizes glare and maintains high contrast, allowing you to achieve a television-like picture even when you cannot fully darken the room.
The Pro-Trim black fabric frame is designed to absorb stray light that might spill over the edges of the projected image. This helps frame your content cleanly and prevents light reflection, which keeps the focus entirely on the screen's contrast.
The Parallax Pure UST 0.45 surface is engineered to be speckle-free. You can expect a smooth, uniform image that maintains clarity and detail, even when viewing 4K content.
This model features a 16:10 aspect ratio, which provides a slightly taller viewing area than the standard 16:9 widescreen format. This makes it a versatile choice for both professional presentations and home theater setups.
The screen is designed for straightforward wall mounting. Because it ships rolled, it is easier to transport and handle during the initial setup compared to rigid, non-collapsible screen frames.
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