Slide Projector
A slide projector is a specialized projector which has been designed to be used with slides. Slides are small transparencies mounted in sturdy frames which are ideally suited to magnification and projection, since they have a very high resolution and a resulting in high image quality. The use of slide projectors is in decline, as other projection methods have become more popular.
a still transparency of 70mm, 35mm or 6mm size which is optically enlarged and projected on a screen as a real image SOURCE: McMahon, Mary. 2013-2015. What is a Slide Projector? Retrieved from: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-slide-projector.htm Retrieved: July 10, 2015 |
Parts of a Slide Projector
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Guidelines in Using Slide Projector
- Become Familiar with the Machine. Make sure all the pieces are accounted for and in working order prior to setting up for a slideshow. It is a good idea to keep an extra lamp on hand just in case the current one gives out in the middle of viewing slides. If there are a large number of slides to view, an extra carousel comes in handy as well.
- Set Up the Viewing Area. The first and most important thing one needs when viewing slides is a screen. There are professional projector screens, which are very convenient and easy to set up. Another option is a plain white sheet hung on the wall. The easiest way to go is to show the slides on a blank wall. Be sure the wall is white or the colors in the slides will not be true. Choose a place for the viewing area, which all guests can easily see. Place comfortable chairs or floor cushions for seating. Keep in mind that nobody likes their view blocked by other guests. Consider placing the screen above eye level, which alleviates that problem.
- Gather the Slides. It may seem like a daunting task to gather all of the slides together, especially if there is a large number of them. Set aside a block of time to go through them and order as desired. Some choose to show the slides in chronological order while others may group them by topic such as summer vacations or holidays. The carousel for the projector has numbered slots. Put one slide into each slot and make a notation on a sheet of paper what the slide is. This will help when viewing slides, in case there are questions as to the occasion, year, or people in the picture.
- Prepare the Machine. Be sure to use a sturdy table on which to place the projector. As the carousel moves, it may jostle the table if it is not secure. This may result in blurry pictures. Be sure the table is close to an outlet for the power cord. If necessary, use an extension cord. Use duct tape to secure the cord to the floor to ensure guests will not trip over it.
- Place the machine on the table, attach the carousel, and turn on the power switch. Run a few test slides to check for focus. It may be necessary to move the lens of the machine in or out slightly to bring the pictures into focus. Turn off the machine until it is time for the show to ensure it does not overheat.
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