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Enquiry regarding pico-projection module for a new product

Tom Rahav
Prodigy 20 points

Hello,

For a new project we are working on we require a pico-projector that is capable of projecting on various surfaces and in various conditions. Here are the main characteristics / requirements:

  • Module size: the projection module shall be as small (and as light) as possible because the end-product will be portable. The smaller and lighter, the better.
  • Temperature range: the end-product shall be functional in temperature range of -10oC to 50oC
  • Durability: the end-product will be used outdoor in various conditions. We don’t need a military-grade resistance, but certain shock resistance is need.
  • Image definition and resolution: the information that will be projected is relatively simple and will be projected from a distance of 1~2 meters away from the surface. The idea is to have an image of 50-100cm wide maximum. There is no need for high-definition or super high resolution for that matter.
  • Lighting conditions: the device will potentially be used at all times, so the projected image shall be clear enough in both bright daylight and dark conditions.
  • Focal point: The projection will be done while the end-product is moving, so the distance from the projection module and the surface can vary +/- 30cm. The projection unit shall be capable to compensate for these variations by auto-focusing.
  • Projection surface: the image shall be projected on various surfaces, not necessarily smooth. The surfaces will remain mostly flat, but some of them might be slightly curved.
  • Electricity: the projection module will be fed by another, separate, module that will include a battery.
  • Data transfer: the information to be projected will come from the user’s mobile phone. Ideally, the projection module will include a Bluetooth interface that allows this data exchange. Otherwise, the battery module will handle the data exchange with the mobile phone and then transfer the information to be displayed to the projection module via physical cables.

Please advise if TI has a suitable product and contact me for further discussion.

Thank you.

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    TI__Mastermind 23070 points

    Hello Tom,

    Welcome to DLP forum and thank you for your interest in DLP technology. 

    Appreciate the detailed description of your requirements. I would like to clarify that TI manufactures and markets  only electronic components. We have extensive  ecosystem of optical engine manufactures and system integrators who provide an optical engine or a finished product.

    I would like to recommend that you review the application note "TI DLP® System Design: Brightness Requirements and Trade-offs".

    http://www.ti.com/lit/an/dlpa068b/dlpa068b.pdf?ts=1587746857718

    This application note will be helpful in  finalizing your brightness requirement.

    Are you looking for finished Pico projector or want to buy an optical engine and integrate into your product by building your own electronics?

    If you are looking for an optical engine, please use "DLP® Products optical module search tool" to identify readily available optical engines from our ecosystem of optical engine manufacturers.

    http://www.ti.com/tool/DLP-OMM-SEARCH

    However, if you are looking for a complete pico projector ,please reach out optical engine manufacturers like Young Optics, coretornic they may be able to provide you a finished product.

    Please let us know if you have any follow-up question.

    regards,

    Vivek

  • 0 in reply to Vivek Thakur
    Prodigy 20 points
    Dear Vivek, Thank you very much for the valuable reply. I will explore further the resources you provided and will contact you again if needed.