We consider noncommutative theory of a compact scaler field. The recently discovered projector solitons are interpreted as classical vacua in the model considered. Localized solutions to the projector equation are pointed out and their brane interpretation is discussed. An example of a noncommutative soliton interpolating between such vacua is given. No strong noncommutativity limit is assumed. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.