Using Fantasy Grounds with a projector for home games

[Skellan]

Has anyone tried using a projector to display maps on a tabletop for home games? I rather fancy trying this out but am not sure exactly whats involved. Would it be as simple as buying a projector, and sticking it to the ceiling above the dining room table? (no, I am not married, so this is ok). I suppose it would need to project big enough to get the squares to 1".

[Skellan]

Like this

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[Nylanfs]

See this post
https://www.fantasygrounds.com/forum...inperson-games

[Skellan]

oh yes, thank you

[Valarian]

Another alternative would be to output to a HDMI/DVI monitor or television, if your computer will output those formats. Possibly as a secondary monitor.

[Skellan]

and lie it flat on the table? Yeah that could be an easier way of doing it. I suppose the screen would be tough enough...

[Valarian]

Actually, I was thinking more of an alternative display. Back to back with the laptop, showing the player view. I don't think LCD screens react to well to being laid flat, especially if being bumped or knocked. For putting the map on the table itself, the projector is the better solution, but possibly more expensive. There's also the problem of people causing an eclipse when they get their head in the way.

[Skellan]

I quite wanted to carry on using minis etc. and just use fg for the maps. I'll do some more research, maybe some perspex over the screen would help...

[Valarian]

If you're feeling really creative, here's a suggestion of a back projection setup (https://imgur.com/a/4OwxC)

[Skellan]

that's awesome