Method and apparatus for packaging a projection device

The present invention provides a protective structure for shipping a projection device. The protective structure includes a carrying case, an impact resistant intermediary case, and a substantially rigid outer case. The carrying case may include a plurality of compartments including a first compartment adapted to receive a projection device and a second compartment adapted to receive an accessory for a projection device. At least one of the compartments may be associated with a unique identifier. The unique identifier also may be associated with a projection device accessory and further may be associated with an attachment point on the projection device.