High quality single lens, tabletop projector for convenient horizontal projection of artwork, designs, patterns, prints and line drawings. The Prism lens is reversible to achieve a wide projection range from 80% reduction up to 20 times enlargement in full color. Includes 500-watts of photo quality lighting for a whiter and brighter image. Magnetic door latches and a spring clip keep copy securely in place. Generous 7'' x 7'' (18 x 18 cm) top-loading, glass covered copy area makes for easy placement of large copy, books, or small 3-D objects. A dual cooling channel system and thermal overload circuit protects originals from overheating.
Product Highlights ---
- Enlarges artwork and small 3-D objects up to 20 times and reduces to 80% of the original size with one lens.
- Vertical projection of 80% reduction up to 3.5 times enlargement onto a tabletop with accessory Prism Table Stand (#225-206)
- Illumination: 500-watts photo quality lighting for a brighter image (included)
- Top-loading 7'' x 7'' (18 x 18 cm) glass-covered copy area with adjustable cover to keep artwork flat and secure
- Dual cooling system and safety overload circuit keep copy cooler.
- Lens: 200mm precision-ground optical glass
- Net Weight: 8 lbs.
- 5-year warranty
- Made in the U.S.A.
= FAQ =
What is the difference between the Prism and Super Prism(here)?
The main difference between the Prism and Super Prism is in the lens. The Prism has a single-element lens with the projection range of 80% reduction up to 20 times enlargement, while the Super Prism has a three-element color corrective lens with the projection range of 3 times to 20 times enlargement.
The Super Prism lens produces a very sharp and bright image. It is ideal for projecting photos or highly detailed designs. (The Super Prism includes an accessory lens that will expand the range to 80% reduction). Both projectors have a copy size of 7'' X 7'' and 500 Watts of illumination.
Why can't I use the Super lens with the Prism stand?
Because of the limited height of the Prism stand you are not able to back up far enough from the tabletop to achieve any amount of projection. The Super Prism lens requires a minimum of 32'' to focus (this measurement is the distance from the wall or other projection surface to the edge of the lens).
How far back do I have to be to get the maximum of 20 times enlargement?
To achieve 20 times enlargement with the Prism the projector should be placed 14' from the projection surface. To achieve 20 times enlargement with the Super Prism the projector should be placed 16.5' from the projection surface. An approximate rule of thumb is every 9.5'' away from the projection surface equals a 1-time enlargement.
Is there a lens that does more than 3 times enlargement with the Prism stand?
No, but the range of enlargement can be increased by simply swiveling the upper assembly of the stand over the floor. The Prism Stand is capable of 7 times enlargement onto the floor (from a 36'' table). When doing floor projection, please make sure the table is sturdy enough to hold the projector in this position.
Why am I unable to get 2 times enlargement with the Prism lens?
Because of the stationary positioning of the glass lens within the lens barrel, combined with the convex shape of the lens, a ''gap'' is created when reversing the lens for either enlargement or reduction. The size of the ''gap'' is 1.65 to 2.24 times enlargement. Therefore, 2 times enlargement is not possible because it falls within this gap.