Elite Screens Kestrel Tab-Tension CLR Electric Floor-Rising Projector Screen
Best floor-rising screen for modern living room home theater setups.
Discover the Elite Screens Kestrel Tab-Tension CLR, a sophisticated 121-inch, 16:9 electric floor-rising projector screen. It is engineered specifically to maximize image quality when used with modern Ultra-Short Throw (UST) projectors, even in rooms with noticeable ambient light. Featuring Ceiling Ambient Light Rejecting (CLR/ALR) material, this screen ensures vibrant picture performance. Its motorized floor-rising mechanism allows the screen to retract neatly into its sleek black casing when not in use, making it an ideal, space-saving solution for contemporary living spaces.
$1141.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
616
/ 1331
#616 in Projection Screens
Price vs Category Average
-76%
Below average
Diagonal Size
121
/ inches
Who it's for
- Home theater enthusiasts watching in bright, multi-purpose living spaces
- Renters or minimalists avoiding permanent wall or ceiling installations
- Viewers demanding a perfectly smooth, distortion-free cinematic image
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking a more affordable projection solution
- Users prioritizing long-term reliability over complex motorized convenience
- People with limited floor space or those needing a portable setup
Performance breakdown
Ambient Light Rejection
CLR technology maintains deep contrast even in brightly lit living rooms.
Surface Flatness
Tab-tensioning eliminates waves for a perfectly smooth, distortion-free cinematic image.
UST Compatibility
Engineered specifically to optimize light reflection from ultra-short throw projector angles.
Deployment Convenience
Motorized floor-rising mechanism offers a seamless, clutter-free home theater experience.
Build Quality
Robust casing protects the delicate screen material during frequent storage cycles.
Installation Flexibility
Floor-rising design removes the need for permanent wall or ceiling mounting.
Key Specs
Diagonal Size
121 inches
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Screen Material Type
CLR/ALR (Ceiling Ambient Light Rejecting)
Operation Type
Electric Floor-Rising
Casing Color
Black
Model Number
FTE121UH3-CLR
Product Line
Kestrel Tab-Tension 2 CLR
Features
- Tab-Tension design ensures a flat viewing surface
- CLR/ALR material rejects ambient light effectively
- Electric floor-rising deployment mechanism
- Optimized for Ultra-Short Throw projectors
- Motorized operation for easy setup and storage
- Designed for modern living spaces
What customers say
Consumers enthusiastically praise the Elite Screens Kestrel CLR screen, especially when paired with ultra-short throw projectors in bright rooms. The Ceiling Light Rejecting material is a standout feature, producing vibrant, high-contrast images comparable to flat-panel TVs. Users value the floor-rising mechanism for its clean, minimalist look in multi-use spaces. The tab tensioning ensures a perfectly flat viewing surface, crucial for sharp projection. While the initial setup is heavy, the overall sentiment focuses on the premium performance delivered. This screen is recognized as a top-tier solution for those prioritizing uncompromising image quality in challenging light and a sophisticated, retractable design.
Know before you buy
No, this screen is specifically engineered for Ultra-Short Throw (UST) projectors. The CLR material uses a specialized optical structure that only reflects light coming from below, so a standard projector will not produce a clear or bright image.
Not necessarily. The unit is designed to sit on the floor or a low-profile media console, meaning it does not require wall mounting. You simply need to place it on a level surface and connect it to a power outlet.
Tab-tensioning applies constant lateral pressure to the sides of the screen material. This prevents the edges from curling over time and ensures the surface remains perfectly flat, which is critical for maintaining image geometry with UST projectors.
The Ceiling Light Rejecting (CLR) material is highly effective at absorbing overhead light, which is the primary cause of washed-out images in living rooms. While it significantly improves contrast and color saturation in ambient light, it performs best when you can still minimize direct glare on the screen surface.
The Kestrel Tab-Tension 2 CLR is designed to be discreet, but it does have a substantial footprint due to the motorized housing. You should ensure your media console or floor space can accommodate the length of the casing, which is slightly wider than the 121-inch screen itself.
The motor is designed for smooth, quiet operation suitable for home theater environments. While it is not completely silent, it operates at a low decibel level that should not be distracting during normal use.
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