Micro Projector is such a device that gives us feeling of cinema, while sitting in our home with the family, when played with home theatre. Don’t think about the dinning table sized projector machine, we are now living in the 21st century and are talking about the Micro Projector that can be accommodated in the pocket. This device is the result of advancement in the electronics and digital technology. If we look 12-15 years back, thought of projector gives an image in our mind only about cinema/theatre. At that time it was nearly impossible to think that Projectors will become homely device and we will be able to enjoy the pleasure of cinema/theatre sitting in the bed. These tiny projectors, are multi-featured i.e. are compatible with DVD player, VCR, TV, digital camera or video game console. Moreover movies or slides stored in the pen drive or flash drive, ipod can be played on these Micro projectors. This device is not only for home, but is the best companion in office also, we are always ready with our presentation slides in the pocket.
Technical History
The most important term, when we discuss about any visual device is resolution. The first generation Micro projectors which were launched in early 2009 had a typical resolution 640×480. This resolution produces a good quality of picture. The term micro indicates about miniature technology used. Technically micro means, one millionth part of a second, means the processing is quite fast. These Micro Projectors are designed keeping in view, the parallel development of other devices like, advancement in computer, video cassette players, video CD players, DVD player, ipod devices etc. Micro projectors are compatible to play any video and audio data stored in any type of media.
Features offered by companies
These projectors are given different names like mini projector, pocket projector, small projector, pico projector, led projector, portable projector, mobile projector, mpro110, 3m mpro, 3m micro projector, micro projector review, micro laser projector. The image size reproduced; by projectors vary with model and company. Some models reproduce image up to 60 inches, And some higher and costly models are able to reproduce the image up to 80 inches. The second generation micro projectors launched are offering better resolutions such as 800×600. In future the resolution will go on higher side. Some companies are providing in built audio amplifier and speakers. In this type of Micro Projectors even the home theater is not required. The projectors are loaded with intelligent devices and sensors that automatically adjust focus for screen distances, color and contrast according to screen color and surrounding light.
Some good running and popular Micro Projectors are discussed herein:
3M Pocket Projector MPRO120–.33LBS by 3M
The 3M™ MPro120 Pocket Projector is a latest technology handy, battery-operated projector. It is suitable for business presentations, project images and videos on almost any wall, anywhere. Images can be displayed on-the-fly from computers or mobile devices including MP3 players or iPods, smart phones and digital cameras. Project image sizes from 8” to 50”. Built-in speakers provide sound. The energy-saving LED light lasts 20,000 hours.
Optoma EP-PK-101 PICO Pocket Projector- 4 oz. by Optoma
Optoma EP-PK-101 PICO Pocket Projector utilizes latest DLP Pico technology based, handy, rechargeable battery-operated projector with Vivid 1000:1 contrast ratio.
This product can project image size up to 60 inches. LED light source lasts over 20,000 hours. It can be connected to iPod, iPhone, iTouch, Camcorders, DV-Cams, Digital Cameras, DVD Players and other video players.
ViewSonic PJD2121 400 Lumens Ultra Portable PICO DLP Projector 2.1LBS
The PJD2121 is an advanced ultra portable DLP technology based table top projector. It produces highly vibrant colors virtually in any lighting situation. This projector is ideal for displaying 50” or greater diagonal images. The convenient “Go to OFF” function allows immediate power down without fear of damaging the lamp, makes this product a perfect ‘Road Warrior’ projector. This Micro Projector delivers 400 lumen, with an 800X600 SVGA native resolution.