Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125
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Choosing between the Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 and Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125? Both compete in the Screen segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 scores higher in value, form factor, room fit.
Screen gain differs at 1 vs 1.1, and these screens use different materials (CSR vs CineWhite). Higher gain (1.3+) concentrates light toward the center for brighter images but narrows the viewing angle. Unity gain (1.0) scatters light evenly for wider seating.
The Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 3 scored dimensions. The Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Gain | 1 | 1.1 |
| Viewing Angle | 50° | 160° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Material | CSR | CineWhite |
| Screen Size | 92" | 125" |
| Screen Type | pull_down | motorized |
| Acoustically Transparent | No | No |
| Masking | none | none |
| UST Compatible | No | No |
| ALR % | — | — |
| Tab-Tensioned | No | No |
| Viewable Width | 80.2" | 109" |
| Viewable Height | 45.1" | 61.3" |
| 12V Trigger | No | Yes |
| IR Remote | No | Yes |
| Case Colors | black | black |
Key Differences
- Viewing Angle: Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 at 50° vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 at 160°
- Viewable Height: Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 at 45.1" vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 at 61.3"
- Viewable Width: Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 at 80.2" vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 at 109"
- Screen Size: Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 at 92" vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 at 125". Bigger isn't always better — it depends on viewing distance. THX recommends a 36-degree viewing angle; SMPTE suggests 30 degrees minimum. Our viewing distance calculator helps find the sweet spot.
- Gain: Da-Lite 92686 Model C CSR 92 at 1 vs Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 at 1.1. Higher gain (1.3+) concentrates light toward the center for brighter images but narrows the viewing angle. Unity gain (1.0) scatters light evenly for wider seating.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Elite Screens Outdoor Electric Tension Pro CineWhite 125 if you want:
- + better gain — higher gain (1
- + better viewing angle
- + larger 125" screen for more immersive viewing
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