How to Set Up an Outdoor Movie Theater

There’s nothing quite like watching a movie in your own backyard on a warm summer evening. If you are looking to build the perfect outdoor theater, consider yourself lucky! A trusted professional home renovation contractor, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of West Collin County, shares what you need to know.

Outdoor Theater Essentials

1. Projector

Before purchasing a projector for your outdoor theater, there are a few things to consider. You’ll want to consider image quality, image size and connectivity options, as well as whether it’s compatible with the video player or laptop you’ll be using it with. Because your outdoor theater isn’t going to be a permanent fixture in your backyard, you’ll want to be sure it’s portable.

Built-in MHL capabilities are one feature to look for in a projector for outdoor use, as they eliminate the need for many wires. It’s also a good idea to use a projector with at least 2,000 lumens and an HDMI connection.

2. Screen

We recommend investing in a portable projection screen. They’re inexpensive and can be set up practically anywhere. They also reflect light without distorting the projected image, ensuring a great viewing experience.

3. Video Source

There are numerous options for projecting your video. Video platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime TV are easy choices. A Blu-ray player or a laptop will also suffice if you have physical copies of movies you want to watch. For this, you’ll just need to run some extension cords. Another popular method for running wires outdoors is to dig a small trench, bury some PVC pipe and then extend the cabling from the home to a weatherproof junction box.

4. Speaker

You’ll need separate speakers if you’re serious about an outdoor home theater. Projectors, like TVs with their modest built-in speakers, don’t sound great. Fortunately, most projectors, especially portable models, come with a range of connecting options and can function with a variety of speaker types.

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