Are the images we see on screen, that the teachers are pointing to, real time images or reproduced images? Also, what is doing the "projecting"?
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Yes the images are in real time. The Luna projects it onto the computer which can be connected to a projecter to project a larger image. As an have used the luna with a small group just using my laptop. I turn the laptop to face my students and draw. They can see what I draw as I do it. I have also used it with larger groups by connecting it to a projecter. Again, the drawing happen in real time. The only thing I cannot do that I wish I could is enlarge the image. The Luna is the camera that picks up the image and projects it to the computer. The Luna is also a camera and can take a picture of anything placed under the light. I think it is a great value, and it has worked really well for me. PJ
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Please let me know what you think of it once you've tried it out. (It's encouraging to hear Tony used it.) Also, I'd like to know what equipment I need to use in conjunction- I don't have my own smartboard in my classroom and I'm not sure if I can borrow one long-term! But if I can just hook it up to my computer and project it on a screen, I think I'm good to go! -I look forward to hearing from you!
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same opinion than dj. it's a great idea for classroom but you have to make sure the room is quite dark. however the compact and small dimension of the projector is the best deal
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I purchased this for an elementary school teacher in the Philippines. I was skeptical. But the teachers at her school love it, they have asked us to order 5 more. I have not seen how they use it, but from what I understand their options are to use an inexpensive low quality projector like this for more interesting A/V displays, or just a blackboard. Buying a high end high quality projector is simply not an option, as many of these teachers are paying for their own equipment. For teachers who have access to a laptop, it gives them the opportunity to make much more interesting classroom presentations than they can using a basic blackboard. I purchased this for an elementary school teacher in the Philippines. I was skeptical. But the teachers at her school love it, they have asked us to order 5 more. I have not seen how they use it, but from what I understand their options are to use an inexpensive low quality projector like this for more interesting A/V displays, or just a blackboard. Buying a high end high quality projector is simply not an option, as many of these teachers are paying for their own equipment. For teachers who have access to a laptop, it gives them the opportunity to make much more interesting classroom... » Read More I purchased this for an elementary school teacher in the Philippines. I was skeptical. But the teachers at her school love it, they have asked us to order 5 more. I have not seen how they use it, but from what I understand their options are to use an inexpensive low quality projector like this for more interesting A/V displays, or just a blackboard. Buying a high end high quality projector is simply not an option, as many of these teachers are paying for their own equipment. For teachers who have access to a laptop, it gives them the opportunity to make much more interesting classroom presentations than they can using a basic blackboard. « Show Less
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You can view these photographs (JPEGS) on any regular computer screen, even on your television screen as long as you are wearing the Red/Blue glasses. BTW, you can also make photo prints like you normally would for regular photographs and they come out even better. I suggest selecting your best shots then print those out. Good luck! I bought a second camera after i fell and crushed the screen on my first one. A GREAT buy at $27.99 absolutely, I paidf $100 originally.
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This is only a camera. It is your choice to find a device to view or record the images being seen by the camera.
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Generally you would hook this up to a laptop/PC and load your images onto the laptop/PC and display them from there. This is a monitor, not a all-in-one 3D picture frame, so it needs a computer or some other device (that has HDMI out) to process the picture. I would think a low-budget (even an old) laptop you could get at an auction site (you know the one) could handle the picture processing part. Granted, the laptop needs to be recent enough to have HDMI.
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I would recommend you buy a digital video projector like an Epson. They are way brighter and work much better for art projects than this one.
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The light source is fixed, and there is a refractive disc moving in a planetary motion while rocking side to side. It looks very realistic to my eye, though your experience may be different. Abco Tech's customer service was beyond reproach when I contacted them with an issue with my unit. I dare say you will not be disappointed with the projector, but if you are, they'll make sure you're a happy customer in the end.
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I had the same problem. The resolution had issues and when projecting, it made it difficult to use in my classroom. :(
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There are 2 ways to view. One is the lcd screen. There is through the lens viewer.
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While I have never used, I assume it's to plug in maybe a camera, smart phone, etc. - to project whatever it is you are trying to project up onto the screen.
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There is a monitoring feature that will allow you to see an constantly updating image which refreshes at a rate which depends on the processor speed of your computer. I would not call it a real-time image but with 2x2 binning it's close enough for focusing. Takes some getting used to. For planetary imaging I would recommend the eyepiece color video camera also sold by Orion.
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Sorry, but this projector does a very poor job at projecting text. The text on the screen from my computer is fuzzy in some places even after adjusting the focus. I can't make the text from the whole screen clear, however, when watching videos, it's good enough. If you want a projector to occasionally watch videos, this projector is a good buy, however, it you want to project text, I'd recommend getting a used higher end model from another manufacturer.
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If you are using a regular star diagonal then the images are mirrored, this diagonal will correct it. Also it will be a bit easier to point a terrestrial objects using this diagonal.
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This is simply a "mouse" that you can use on a flat surface. The projector provides the picture. No projector... no picture!
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Yes - this is only the screen - you will need some type of projector to get image on the screen