How to retrofit an existing space into an immersive room? | Insights by Mantong

10/1/2025
Transform your existing space into an immersive room with our expert guide. Learn about essential components, installation steps, and key considerations for creating an interactive projection environment.

Transforming Your Space into an Immersive Room: A Comprehensive Guide

Creating an immersive room within an existing space can significantly enhance user engagement and provide a unique experience. This guide addresses common questions and offers professional insights for those considering such a transformation.

1. What Are the Essential Components of an Immersive Room?

An immersive room typically consists of:

  • Projectors: Devices that display images or videos onto surfaces.
  • Projection Screens or Surfaces: The mediums onto which content is projected.
  • Interactive Sensors: Technologies that detect user input, such as touch or motion.
  • Content Management Software: Platforms that control and manage the displayed content.

2. How Do I Choose the Right Projector for My Space?

Selecting an appropriate projector involves considering:

  • Brightness (Lumens): For controlled lighting environments, a projector with at least 3,000 lumens is recommended. In brighter spaces, opt for projectors with 5,000–7,200 lumens to ensure clear visibility.
  • Resolution: 1080p (Full HD) is suitable for most applications, while 4K offers higher clarity for detailed visuals.
  • Throw Ratio: Ultra-short-throw projectors are ideal for immersive rooms, as they can project large images from a short distance, minimizing shadows and maximizing space utilization.

3. What Are the Installation Steps for Retrofitting an Immersive Room?

The process generally includes:

  1. Assessment: Evaluate the existing space to determine suitability and identify any necessary modifications.
  2. Design Planning: Create a layout that optimizes projector placement, screen positioning, and sensor integration.
  3. Equipment Selection: Choose projectors, screens, and sensors that align with the design and technical requirements.
  4. Installation: Mount projectors and screens, install sensors, and set up content management systems.
  5. Calibration and Testing: Adjust settings to ensure optimal performance and user experience.

4. How Do Interactive Sensors Enhance the Immersive Experience?

Interactive sensors, such as LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), detect user movements and gestures, allowing for real-time interaction with projected content. This technology enables multiple touch points and is less susceptible to ambient light interference, providing a seamless and engaging experience.

5. What Are the Cost Considerations for Retrofitting an Immersive Room?

Costs can vary based on:

  • Space Size and Complexity: Larger or uniquely shaped rooms may require additional equipment or customization.
  • Equipment Quality: Higher-end projectors and sensors offer better performance but at a higher cost.
  • Installation and Calibration: Professional services may add to the overall expense.

It's essential to balance budget constraints with desired outcomes to achieve the best value.

6. How Do I Maintain an Immersive Room?

Regular maintenance includes:

  • Cleaning: Dusting projectors, screens, and sensors to maintain image quality.
  • Software Updates: Ensuring content management systems and interactive software are up to date.
  • Hardware Checks: Monitoring equipment for signs of wear or malfunction.

Establishing a maintenance schedule helps prolong the system's lifespan and ensures consistent performance.

7. What Are the Benefits of Retrofitting an Immersive Room?

  • Enhanced Engagement: Immersive environments captivate users, making them more likely to interact and retain information.
  • Versatility: Such rooms can be used for various applications, including presentations, training, entertainment, and education.
  • Competitive Edge: Offering an immersive experience can set your space apart, attracting more visitors or clients.

8. How Do I Choose the Right Vendor for My Immersive Room Project?

When selecting a vendor, consider:

  • Experience and Reputation: Look for companies with a proven track record in immersive room installations.
  • Customization Capabilities: Ensure they can tailor solutions to your specific space and requirements.
  • Support and Maintenance: Opt for vendors that offer comprehensive after-sales support and maintenance services.

Mantong, for instance, provides high-lumen projectors (up to 6,500 lumens) and custom software, creating captivating interactive experiences for floors and walls. They offer full customization and support to bring your vision to life. ((https://www.mtprojection.com/interactive-projection-displays-guide.html?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion

Retrofitting an existing space into an immersive room involves careful planning, selection of appropriate equipment, and professional installation. By addressing these key considerations, you can create an engaging environment that offers a unique and interactive experience for users.

Mantong's expertise in immersive projection solutions ensures that your project is executed with precision and creativity, delivering exceptional results.

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We know that everyone wants to know the price, but the price of our products is determined by many factors since most of our products are custom, so no ready price list. In order to fast understand what you need, can you send us an inquiry like this?

 

For example: I am really interested in your immersive projection products, we are a company in the USA and want to install some in my restaurant. It is about 50 meters long, and 5m in width. Projection size you can decide but the length should be not less than 20 meters. We want some content about SeaWorld because our place is all about the sea. Thank you.

How to install the projection equipment ?

1) Install the projector in a suitable position. We will provide you with a hanger, which you need to fix on the ceiling with
screws.

 

2) Connect projectors, computers and other accessories through wires.


3) After completing the above 2 steps, we will carry out the edge blending steps. Our team can complete it through remote
control.

In general, installation instructions for each project need to be specified on a project-by-project basis. The above is for
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What's the application of Immersive projection ?

It can be used in various venues, such as art exhibition, entertainment venues, educational institution, Wedding hall /Banquet/Bar,Yoga Studio and so on. It often involves advanced projection techniques, multimedia content, and interactive elements to engage and captivate the audience's senses.

What about the wall/floor material for the projection?

It’s recommended to choose a light-colored material with minimal reflectivity—pure white or light grey works best. the
common material is cement & plaster board

 

For optimal projection results, the surface should be free of any patterns or textures, as the projector will display content
directly onto it. 

 

There are no specific material requirements; you may use any commonly available material in your local market, as long as it
meets the above conditions. 

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