FIRST REVIEW DOCUMENT

PROJECTOR

SUBMITTED BY
MOHAMED BASIL
UNT17CS026

SUBMITTED TO
SNEHA GEORGE
[ASST.PROFESSOR, UEC]
 PROJECTOR

PRODUCT OBJECTIVE: projector is designed to create a large

image from any digital screen which helps a larger group of people
viewing from a considerable distance also view what is happening
on the small screen hence being more involved.

TARGET BUYERS: Used to replace conventional television

screens at home to sporting events and large conferences.

TARGET USERS: People who need to show a digital screen to a

large audience.
 INTRODUCTION

DESCRIPTION: A projector or image projector is an optical device that

projects an image (or moving images) onto a surface, commonly a
projection screen. Most projectors create an image by shining a light
through a small transparent lens, but some newer types of projectors can
project the image directly, by using lasers. A virtual retinal display, or
retinal projector, is a projector that projects an image directly on the retina
instead of using an external projection screen.

The most common type of projector used today is called a video projector.
Video projectors are digital replacements for earlier types of projectors
such as slide projectors and overhead projectors. These earlier types of
projectors were mostly replaced with digital video projectors throughout
the 1990s and early 2000s, but old analog projectors are still used at some
places. The newest types of projectors are handheld projectors that use
lasers or LEDs to project images. Their projections are hard to see if there
is too much ambient light.

Movie theaters used a type of projector called a movie projector,

nowadays mostly replaced with digital cinema video projectors.
 GENERAL ANALYSIS

FUNTIONALITY

1. Connect the LCD projector to your computer or laptop. For example,

secure one end of a video cable to the VGA port on your laptop and then
secure the other end of the cable to the video input port on the projector.
Other connection examples include HDMI, DVI and S-video. The
required cable varies depending on your projector and computer hardware.
2. Turn on the LCD projector and wait for the lamp to illuminate.
3. Turn on your computer and press the appropriate Function key
combination to alternate between the monitor and the projector. The
function key combination varies depending on the manufacturer and
model of your computer, but typically includes the “Fn” key and the key
with a small monitor logo. For example, many HP laptops require you to
press “Fn- F4.” Repeating this process allows you to alternate among the
possible video source modes, which allows you to view the images on
your monitor, on the projection screen or on both at the same time. Refer
to your owner’s manual for additional information about your computer’s
function keys. Alternatively, check the manufacturer’s support website for
additional assistance.
EFFICIENCY

The main factor affecting projector TV electricity use is the wattage of the
bulb. While bulb wattage is not the only indicator of a projector's
brightness, it is a factor in both the quality and brightness of the TV
image. Brightness is indicated by the lumens output of the TV. Projector
TV electricity use ranges from 150 watts to 800 watts per hour; models
commonly use about 300 watts per hour.
Some new projectors feature a lampless design, which combines lasers
and LEDs as the light source. These TVs have power requirements similar
to standard projectors. LED-only lampless projectors have electricity
usage rates similar to large LED TVs.
An LED TV's power use is determined by its image. Images with lots of
black use less power, while images with lots of white will require more
power. Specifications may note the typical and/or maximum power
consumption. Projector TVs use a consistent amount of electricity
regardless of the image; they typically have an economy mode that dims
the image to reduce power consumption by around 20 percent. Much of
the extra energy used by projectors is released as heat, which is beneficial
in a space being heated, but costly in an area being cooled.

MANUFACTURERS
Sony, BenQ, Hitachi are some of the manufacturers of projectors.
CONSTRUCTION
The video projector contains LCD panels. At the center of projector is a
halogen bulb which is surrounded by panels. The panels produce light. As
the halogen bulb heats up the crystal melts and allow more light to pass
through. Hence the intensity of halogen bulb brings about the difference in
tones Higher the temperature of bulb, lighter the tone and vice-versa.
Images travel to the tube present inside the projector from DVD player or
satellite box. These images in turn bounds on a screen that is coated with
phosphorous. Every fragment of light hitting the screen is termed as Pixel.
On hitting the screen, the pixel breaks down into its color components i.e.,
red, blue, or green. The heat produced by halogen, bulb is controlled by
voltage that flows into LCD video projector.

MAINTENANCE
Projectors contain cooling and optical systems that become clogged with
fine dirt and dust particles. If allowed to accumulate over time, this can
cause the premature blocking of filters, lamps to explode, overheating and
even serious damage to major components such as the optical box and
main board. This dirt and dust must be removed to allow for the efficient
cooling and transmission of light in the projector.
It is simply not enough to clean the filters. These external filters help to
trap particles down to 100 microns. Anything smaller will pass through to
the optical box and the remainder of the internal components. The
environment where projectors are used is a major determinant with regards
to the frequency of cleaning that is required. For example, high traffic
areas, poorly vented buildings, carpeted rooms, etc.
Therefore, periodic cleaning is required in order to extend your projector's
life and maintain optimum performance.

Benefits of regular projector cleaning lead to enhanced performance and

effective cost savings:
Improved image quality: Brighter, sharper and more uniform
Reduced downtime: Less chance of break down
Longer projector and lamp life: On average, a maintained projector can
last up to 25% longer

COST
Price of projector varies which features it ranges from 5,000 to 2,50,000

ADVANTAGES OF PROJECTORS
Enable a lot of people to be able to see something even from a distance.
They also produce sharper images. They also have an edge in light
efficiency. They generate largest possible image size. They can be used to
throw smaller images a great option also. So it can serve as an
inexpensive.
Low cost.
Space saving.
Easy to install.
DISADVANTAGES OF PROJECTORS
Image quality may not be as good as projected.
Dark room often required.
Maintenance required.
Installation can be more involved.
Separate audio system required.
The pixels on the chip can burn out. When one pixel burns out, you won’t
be able to repair it. You will have to replace the whole chip.

APPLICATIONS
• Civic organizations and governmental bodies as well as the military.
• Projectors are used in sporting events.
• Uses of the projector in homes are becoming more popular.
 CONCLUSION

Projectors are used for people who want to show what they have on a
digital screen to a large audience but also in a very affordable method
rather than setting up a LED screen.
There are some disadvantages as well as advantages for this approach of
using a projector. If you are on a tight budget are looking to show
something to group of people in a room then a basic projector will work
for you.
But if your requirement is much larger than this then you will have to go
for a projector which will cost more.