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To achieve the best projectioned images, all walls should be clear of obstructions. These include power sockets, network points, trunking, radiators, thermostats, etc. Walls need to be straight and as flat as possible to allow our wall movement detection system to work correctly. No architrave is normally required in the space except for around doors and this should be minimal if they are destined to be projected on to. Skirting should not normally be fitted within the space. Lighting General ceiling lighting should be controlled by a dimmer switch on the wall or preferably remote control, infrared or radio. Try to avoid harsh fluorescent strip lights, opting instead for softer spot lights that can be dimmed via a switch. All lights should be flush or recessed.
Reducing noise levels will allow the users of the Immersive Reality Space to concentrate on the task in hand or ensure a quiet calming area. Ventilation Ideally the space should have a minimum of adequate ventilation – a through flow of air such as an Xpelair/Vent Axia system with vents in and out for fresh circulating air. An air conditioning unit is preferable but there are cost, noise level and environmental factors to consider. Be aware, the space is more likely to get too warm than too cold even with laser projectors.
Location
Sound Insulation
The first thing to consider when designing an Immersive Reality Space is its location. Ideally the space needs to be located away from busy thoroughfares where external noise could be an issue. If possible, it should also be located away from class spaces where the sound from the Immersive Reality Space may be a distraction for those located nearby.
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Wall Obstructions
This helps keep unwanted distractions (noise) from entering or leaving the space. Sound insulation can be achieved in various ways, simply by increasing the thickness of a wall, using different materials, external or internal lining of a wall with a sound dampening sheet/board or fibre.
The choice of floor covering depends on whether or not you are projecting onto the floor.
The colour of the surfaces in an Immersive Reality Space is very important to ensure the best effects from the projectors.
The choice of floor
Ceiling: The ceiling should be painted Black with a matt finish. The dark colour absorbs light and takes away from the infrastructure required including cables and brackets. This colour can continue down the walls to 100mm above the projection height.
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If using a suspended ceiling we recommend using Gyprex Satinspar tiles (black). Standard sizes are ceilings/gyprex-satinspar-600www.british-gypsum.com/products/acoustic-available.
Walls: Each wall should be painted Light Grey RAL 7035 in a matt www.ralcolorchart.com/ral-classic/ral-7035-light-greyfinish.
No Floor Projection: Where wheelchairs are to be used a durable covering is required that minimises friction and therefore effort for the wheelchair to travel. A combination of carpets and vinyl floor coverings offer different visual and tactile effects while adding warmth and comfort to a space.
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Floor Projection: A hard wearing, easy to clean Light Grey vinyl such as the Contract Plus (Light Cold Grey 0009) from Tarkett should be installed by a qualified
Hardware Location
Doorways Wheelchair and hoist access may require a wider or double door – doors may need to be wide and high enough for monorail tracking systems to run through spaces and corridors. (The door is likely to be a fire door).
Colours should ideally be dark blue or dark green.
heating is not a good solution, as they can hinder projector installation and may even cause issues with projectors operating due to heat trapped at ceiling level.
If a hoist is required it must be installed after our infrastructure is fitted and with our consultation so that it doesn’t affect our installation.
Windows Windows are not desirable and often end up being covered with blinds, film or boxed in adding to costs. If daylight and natural ventilation is required consider an appropriate size window and suitable position – we can advise on this.
Heating Underfloor heating can work well, however air conditioning is preferred. Air conditioning offers much more flexibility over the temperature of the space providing the added advantage of changing the temperature of the space to suit your scene, i.e, if you had a ‘Arctic’ or ‘Desert’ scene then you could adjust the temperature of the space
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Electrical Each electrical product will require a switched fused spurs wired back to a grid switch on the wall. This offers complete control of the products from one central point and keeps sockets and switches away from inquisitive hands!
The PC will need to be located close to the space in an accessible but secure location. A wired network socket needs to be fitted alongside the PC to allow access to the internet. An amplifier will also be placed in this location and connected to the PC.
When working with clients and students with Visual Impairment (VI) it often helps to paint a door
Non-laser Projectors should be wired to key switches to ensure they are switched on/off correctly thereby prolonging lamp life.
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The PC (computer) will need three double power outlets. If you are installing the electrical infrastructure for us we will provide an electrical plan showing locations of spurs/sockets and our requirements.
Hoisting Due to the location of projectors and specialist detection systems we do not recommend the use of hoisting in the Immersive Reality Space.
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Storage Often overlooked, storage is an important consideration when designing an Immersive Reality Space. Our system can accept a large range of inputs, such as the Xbox Controller, Xbox Adaptive Controller and Experia IRiS products. It is important these have a safe and organised place to be stored and if applicable, charged. Depending on the size of the proposed space, storage can be within the space or just outside it.
One of the products in an Immersive Reality Space can be a fog machine, these machines can set off optical based fire alarm sensors. Heat based sensors cannot be affected by fog machines, however they should not be in proximity to exhaust vents on projectors. Please always take note of fire detection system types and locations in any proposed space.
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All spaces are different in size and shape, and whilst we can install an Immersive Reality Space in almost any space, the ideal size is 4m x 4m with a minimum height of 2.85m. However, there are a few space sizes and shapes that lend themselves ideally to an Immersive Reality Space. The following pages will give some ideal sizes for the 2 most common types of Immersive Reality Spaces.
All wall projections are the same size. The floor projection covers all the area surrounded by the wall projection. To the left is the ideal space for a 3 Wall and floor coverage room
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The space is rectangular, 4000mm wide and 6000mm long. The area set for projection is free of windows and doors. A minimum ceiling height of 2850mm is required in this space to achieve the ideal projection height of 2250mm.
This type of space will cover 3 walls comprising front, left and right providing a 270 degree horizontal field of view.
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The area marked Free Space is ideal for preparing to use the Immersive Reality Space, as well as discussion afterwards. It may also be used for storage of the support equipment, such as the Thecontrollers.FreeSpace area isn’t a critical size but it should be ample for removing extraneous clothing and/or using hoist for wheelchair users if required.
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In this case, the space is 4000x4000mm and the minimum ceiling height is 2850mm, the door should be on the wall designated as the rear. In this type of space, the entire floor area is projected on to, and all four walls are covered to a height of 2250mm. This means there can be no hardware kept in the space. The finished ceiling height must be a minimum of 2850mm to achieve optimal positioning for the projectors. You may have sufficient space above a suspended ceiling, please contact us for further advice.
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Below is the ideal space for a 4 Wall and floor coverage room
This type of space will cover 4 walls comprising front, left, right and rear providing a 360 degree horizontal field of view. All wall projections are of equal size. Floor projection covers the entire floor area of the room in this case.
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The image above demonstrates the coverage of the area in a 4000x4000x2850mm space
Please note, these sizes can vary but any variation in one dimension will affect all the critical dimensions within the space. Once the wall width size goes over 4.5m or so, we have to start looking at multiple projectors per wall.
Ceiling height
Finished ceiling height is very important for accommodating the ultra short throw projectors that are excellent in reducing shadows in the spaces. Below is a grid showing sizes of spaces and how they affect the height requirements.
All dimensions are in millimetres 3500mm is the minimum width that you can still achieve a good Immersive effect. 4500mm is the maximum size that can be attained by a single projector per wall. We can accommodate larger spaces but it will incur additional cost and complexity to the space due to the increase in number of projectors required. Where ceiling height is lower than optimal, we can look at other options that may impact picture quality or shadowing. Such as using longer throw projectors. If the ceiling height is too high, we can fit telescope projector mounts or alternatively a suspended ceiling can be fitted or an existing one can be lowered.
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There are many instances in which a space is almost suitable but not quite, below are a few examples where a space can be made suitable with little cost or disruption. In most cases, this will involve building simple stud and plasterboard walls. We can provide detailed plans in such cases that can be priced by your local trusted contractor. Alternatively, we can liaise directly with your contactor to make sure the changes are made to the correct specifications. The following pages show a few simple examples where changes have been made to spaces to make them perfect for an Immersive Reality Space.
Example 1 In this example, part of a larger space is used for 3 projection walls, whilst leaving a free space for a user to get ready. www.experia.co.uk 15 7200mm 4000mm WallFront 4000mm 3200mm Floor Projection Coverage Free Space multisensory for everyone
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In this example, a plasterboard wall with a door has been built to make the space suitable for 4 wall projection. Additionally giving dedicated space to preparation and equipment.
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• Skirting boards and other types or wall furnishings can be removed easily and the walls skimmed with plaster.
• Suspended ceilings can be installed to adjust finished ceiling height.
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Having features such as windows, radiators, etc can also be overcome.
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• Windows can be boarded and plastered over at very little cost.
• Radiators can be removed or relocated.
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