Abstract: A recordable projector mainly comprises: a set of video/audio input terminals used to receive output signals from a video/audio output device; a projector device used to project animation pictures on a screen; a set of speakers used to output voice; a voice receiver used to receive voice from outside; and, a video/audio recorder/player used for recording and playing video and audio data. The video/audio input terminals, the projector device, the speakers, the voice receiver and the video/audio recorder/player are all integrated into one body. Thereby, video and audio recording and playing can be processed in the projector according to the present invention.

Abstract: A communication system for allowing a user (1) located in an observation zone to communicate with a person using a remote system at a remote location is provided. The communication system comprises a projector (6), a front projection screen (7), a two-way mirror (2), and a camera (3). The projector (6) is adapted to output a projected image along an image beam path. The front projection screen (7) has a downward-facing projection surface located in a plane above the projector (6). The image beam path impinges upon and illuminates the downward-facing projection surface of the screen (7) during use of the system. The two-way mirror (2) is located adjacent to and at an angle relative to the projection surface such that when the projected image is displayed on the projection surface, the projected image is reflected to the observation zone. The camera (3) is located behind the two-way mirror (2), such that the two-way mirror (2) is located between the camera (3) and the observation zone.

Abstract: In a projection arrangement for projecting an image onto a projection surface, there are provided a light source (26), a control unit (25), a light modulator (10), which is controllable by said control unit (25) in order to generate an image on the basis of predetermined image data, an optical device (11), arranged following said light modulator, for projecting said image onto the projection surface (34), a film stage (2) for holding a positive image recorded on a carrier medium, projection optics (3), arranged following the film stage (2) when projecting the positive image, and a control device (6), allowing either to direct light from the light source (26) to the light modulator (10) or to illuminate a positive image, which is held by the film stage (2), with said light. Thus, a projection arrangement is provided which can project both positive images and images generated on the basis of predetermined data onto a projection surface (34).

Abstract: A device for projecting image data in a motor vehicle includes a projection surface secured to a roof inside the vehicle and a projector secured at the rear behind the passengers watching the projection.

Abstract: A projector having flat outside surfaces when not in use and a control panel disposed at an upper portion of a main body of the projector during use. A front cover is provided with a control panel on its back side and is rotatably supported on the main body by double hinge mechanisms such that the projector is box-shaped when the front cover is stored in a storage position for covering the front side of a projection lens, and a surface of the front cover is inclined and directed to the rear upper side of the projector main body when the front cover is rotated from the storage position to an open position. Loudspeakers are incorporated in the cover so that the loudspeakers are projected at an upper portion of the main body when the front cover is rotated from the storage position to the open position.

Abstract: A projection display apparatus which display a projected image and may be free from connection with a computer. The projection display apparatus carries out processing with information stored in a portable memory and includes a memory controller that reads out the information stored in the portable memory; an image processing section that prepares display image data. The display image data represents an image to be displayed from the image data stored in the portable memory according to an instruction of a processing program that is read from the portable memory and represents a series of processing steps to be executed by the projection display apparatus. An electro-optic device then forms image light in response to the display image data, and an optical system projects the image light to display the image.

Abstract: A panoramic imaging and display system for the imaging and displaying of visual-media content, comprising a screen configured for the display of panoramic imagery, having an interior surface-perimeter and an exterior surface-perimeter, wherein each of said surface-perimeters are substantially contiguous in appearance and are sized and shaped to have a display area on which, substantially contiguous panoramic visual-media content and segmented visual-media content can be imaged. The system provides support and positioning of the display to at least one height relative to a viewing audience to provide circumnavigable viewing, and a multitude of vantage points from which to view at least one of the surface-perimeters of the panoramic display. Embodiments of the system can have an array of speakers positioned around a perimeter of the system's screen as a sound-system providing a panning of audible sound which can be synchronized with the movement of objects seen moving on the screen.

Abstract: An apparatus for fixing an optidal system for use in a projection display device having a cabinet forming a casing and an optical system disposed on the cabinet for forming an image and magnifying and projecting the image.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the audio-video recording of overhead projector based presentations. The apparatus (1) comprises an audio microphone (29), a logging element (20, 21, 27) for logging when a presenter changes a viewable object such as an overhead transparency (6) on an overhead projector, and a recording apparatus (25), wherein: the microphone (29) generates an audio signal from the audio portion of the presentation; the logging element (20, 21, 27) is activatable to generate a marker signal indicating the change of viewable object (6); and the recording apparatus (25) receives the audio signal from the microphone (29) and the marker signal from the logging element (20, 21, 27) to record the signals as audio data and marker data so that audio data is correlated with the marker data.

Abstract: Autostereoscopic images are produced by projecting a stereo pair of images onto a modified cube-corner retroreflective material. The cube-corner differs from that commonly available in that it has been altered to return the light to viewers eyes rather than directly back to the source of the projection.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus and method for presenting highly personal thoughts, sentiments, and engrams of a person in the form of a gift to a loved one. Feelings of an occasion or season are combined with a personal message through a representative embodiment of the season, for example, a Christmas ornament, having audio recording and image display devices therein. A simple photo transparency, such as a color slide, or other image storage device projects the donor's image onto a screen, either formed in a case of a predetermined theme, or onto a wall, thus allowing the donor to simply and easily incorporate his or her own image, and voice, in a personalized way.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for generating a three-dimensional image is provided. The system uses one or more laser beams directed at one or more mirrors. Each mirror is flexibly attached to the vibrating portion of a transducer such as a speaker, the transducer being coupled to a signal source. Suitable signal sources include radio and television tuners, CD players, tape decks, VCRs, musical instruments with suitable signal outputs, and signal generators. The laser beam(s) reflected by the mirror(s) is directed at a rotating viewing surface, the viewing surface being semi-transparent. Due to the rotation of the viewing surface, a three-dimensional image is formed that can be viewed from multiple angles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the audio-video recording of overhead projector based presentations. The apparatus (1) comprises an audio microphone (29), a logging means (8, 27) for logging when a presenter changes a viewable object such as an overhead transparency (6) on an overhead projector, and a recording apparatus (25), wherein: the microphone (29) generates an audio signal from the audio portion of the presentation; the logging means (8, 27) is activatable to generate a marker signal indicating the change of viewable object (6); and the recording apparatus (25) receives the audio signal from the microphone (29) and the marker signal from the logging means (8, 26) to record said signals as audio data and marker data so that audio data is correlated with the marker data.

Abstract: A color organ is realized through software programming. Audio signals are input to a microprocessor-based controller. The controller then correlates an object to each audio signal on the basis of selected waveform characteristics. The object is then rendered for display on an electronic display. The display may be autostereoscopic, or it may be viewed through a stereoscopic selection device.

Abstract: A portable audio-visual apparatus includes: a casing having a tilting surface formed on an upper portion of the casing adjacent to a jack for inserting a right-angle plug of a microphone having a cable connectable between the microphone and the plug for outwardly transmitting radio-frequency sound waves to be received by a receiver and amplifier, with at least a volume switch provided on the casing for a direct convenient volume adjustment on the casing of the wireless microphone; and a laser point indicator secured in the casing opposite to the jack of the casing for emitting a laser light point for an optical point indication on a screen as displayed by a projector, whereby upon winding the cable of the microphone when not in use, the cable adjacent to the microphone will be smoothly rested on the tilting surface of the casing without bending, twisting, breaking and damaging the cable and the microphone.

Abstract: An audiovisual filmstrip image display apparatus and method includes an image displayer, such as a viewer projector, television or computer screen or the like, together with an audio speaker and a converter including a player, capable of playing multiple sound programs or sequences stored on sound storage equipment either internal or separate and a signal detector for reading magnetic signals on a filmstrip to indicate to the player the sound program to be played in conjunction with each individual filmstrip image being viewed. Various forms of equipment which may be included in an apparatus according to the invention are disclosed.

Abstract: A three-dimensional image edutainment device including a filmstrip including a plurality of images formed thereon, a viewing device for three-dimensionally viewing the filmstrip, an audio device which emits audio signals, wherein a portion of the audio signals combined with the images provide edutainment.

Abstract: A compact light valve projection system in which a high resolution monochrome or color active matrix light valve display is housed within a projector housing along with a light source, a projection lens and detachable speakers. The light source, light valve and projection optics are aligned along a single optical axis to provide a highly compact configuration.

Abstract: A slide projector assembly provided with novel slides which may be drawn upon and/or associated with a sound track specific to the slide being projected. The slides may be blank or have line drawings in which cases the slides may be drawn upon. In addition slides, either of the type set forth above, or of a more or less conventional photographic slide design, may be provided with unique machine readable slide identification means. A housing, which includes slide projection means, is also provided with slide identification reading means so that when a slide is placed in the slide receiving means of the slide projection means a recognition signal will be transmitted. This signal will be received by an audio recording and playback means which may initiate either the playing of a sound track or may set a flag at the beginning of a sound track which is to be recorded.

Abstract: A photographed image reproduction apparatus for reproducing photographed images recorded on a film includes an image reproducer for reproducing an image on the film, a music player for playing a music suitable for the image, and controller for controlling the image reproducer and the music player so as to execute the image reproduction and the music play coincidentally. The controller has a calculator device for calculating an image reproduction time and a selector device for selecting a music suitable for a reproduced image among a repertoire of musics.

Abstract: A cassette player and slide assembly adapted to play back a pre-recorded magnetic tape cassette having a voice recording of a performer whose facial image appears on a transparency slide receivable in a holder attached to the player and provided with a window so that as one hears the performance, one also sees the performer. The player includes an audio amplifier whose output is applied both to a sound reproducer and to a light bulb producing light pulses in synchronism with the reproduced sounds. The slide holder includes a ground glass screen that supports the inserted slide and is back illuminated by the light bulb. The rear surface of the slide is masked to expose only the eyes and mouth of the image whereby only these are intermittently illuminated by the light pulses to impart realistic animation to the performer's image in the course of the played-back performance.

Abstract: An improved audio-visual toy is provided by a housing assembly configured to simulate a portable television set. A magnetic deck assembly reads the signals on a magnetic tape element to produce an audio transmission that describes a story. Concurrently, the signals tell the user when to activate a pneumatic system that houses a clutch and ratchet system to advance a film element for producing a sequence of projected images that also describe the story.

Abstract: In this optical image projection system, a composite image is produced by the superimposition of images from a plurality of separate optical projectors. Each optical projector includes a lamp, a transparency, colored light filters and a projection lens. One projector projects an image directly onto the screen. The other optical projectors include mirrors adjustable to superimpose their images with the directly projected image to form a composite image. The intensity of the lamps may be modulated by a color organ driven by an audio signal source to produce color images which change in intensity and hue reflecting the spectral content of the audio source. The composite image may also be changed with time by using liquid crystal display matrixes modulated by applied video signals.

Abstract: A system for controlling the winding and exposure of film in a camera and the changing of slides in a slide projector to enable the camera to photograph the transparencies in the projector. The system includes two control units, one for responding to audio signals for controlling the operation of the camera, and the other for likewise responding to audio signals for controlling the operation of the projector. The audio signals for controlling the camera are recorded on one track of a stereo cassette tape and the signals for controlling the projector are stored on the other track and interleaved in time. A cassette tape player is coupled to the control units to alternately supply signals to one control unit and then to the other. The control units include speakers so that the audio signals may be broadcast to provide an indication to the user of the status of the photographing procedure.

Abstract: Random access slide projector apparatus is provided for the random access presentation of slide programs. The random access apparatus is responsive to an encoded program tape or to input signals from a local or remote keyboard. The encoded program tape includes predetermined slide address signals as burst format signals corresponding to desired slide positions in the slide tray. The random access apparatus decodes the encoded slide address signals and generates appropriate control outputs to move the slide tray to the desired programmed slide position and project the desired slides. The random access apparatus also provides for the recording of slide address signals in accordance with keyboard entries to prepare random access program tapes. The program tape includes one track for the recording of encoded slide address signals and a second synchronized track for narrative program information to accompany the slide program.

Abstract: A system for the control and synchronization of magnetic tape and filmstrip in an audio-visual projector. Film is advanced by means of recorded advance tones on the magnetic tape which are detected by a tone detector to generate an advance pulse. An advance counter is incremented responsive to each advance pulse and decremented as the film advances each frame. The output of the advance counter actuates a film-advance mechanism unless the contents of the counter are zero, so that synchronization is maintained even if the rate at which the advance pulses occur exceeds the operating speed of the film-advance mechanism. Means are provided to automatically synchronize the tape and film at predetermined locations by optically sensing markers affixed to the tape and film. The system may also advance the tape independently of the film in either a fast-forward or a regular-speed mode or it may advance the film independently of the tape.

Abstract: A system for the control, selection and synchronization of the movement of magnetic tape and filmstrip in a film projection system which may include a sound program. Film advance is synchronized with the sound reproduction by means of recorded signals on the magnetic tape which unambiguously specify the filmstrip frame number appropriate to the magnetic tape sound program. Means are provided to allow the operator to rapidly access a particular filmstrip frame by specifying its number. When a sound program is included, the invention assures automatic synchronization of the sound program with the filmstrip frame.

Abstract: Apparatus for projecting a highlighting spot on a projected image. When an operator uses an actuator for controlling the position of the highlighting spot, position control signals are applied to a servomechanism to position the highlighting spot in two axes. Simultaneously, the apparatus converts the control signals into a second form suitable for recording on a tape or other media in a control track simultaneously with an oral program on an audio track. The recorded control signals are converted back into a form corresponding to signals from the actuator thereby to control slide changes and the highlighting spot position.

Abstract: A synchronized audio visual system including an audio program source capable of producing a film advance signal at predetermined intervals and a projector interconnected therewith. The projector has a source of light for passing light through an aperture in the projector and film is directed along a pathway into and out of alignment with the aperture for projection of individual frames thereof in sequence. A motor is used for initiating advance of the film in response to advance signals from the audio source in a predetermined sequence. The motor directs an advance mechanism including a rotating member with a drive projection extending therefrom for rotating into and out of engagement with film support and drive structure for the film. The period of advance of the film is controlled by each stroke of the rotating member and is related to a film advance signal from the audio source.

Abstract: A motion picture projector in which projector mechanisms are incorporated in the body of a carrying case, the opening of which is covered by a panel structure on which a reel setting portion and an operation board are disposed. The panel structure is provided with a projection window through which a light beam from the projector mechanisms is projected. A cover attached to the case body by hinge means is provided in the inside thereof with a rear-projection screen assembly, which is adapted to engage the case body and to be supported in a predetermined angle together with the case cover when unfolded. A light beam from the projection window is reflected by a mirror disposed in the inside of the case cover so as to be projected on the screen assembly. A projector in accordance with the present invention is formed in a readily portable shape and has high versatility because films wound upon usual open-type reels are available. In addition, the projected image is easy to see because of the large screen size.

Abstract: A selective Real Estate Display System including an enclosure which may be provided within a real estate office or in a separate structure adjacent to a real estate office, a slide projector, in the enclosure, provided with a substantial number of slides comprised of a sequential arrangement of group of slides, the picture images on the slides of each group dealing with a particular real estate category such as three bedroom, two bath homes, etc. A rear projection screen mounted in a wall of the enclosure is directed toward a parking area for viewing by the occupants of a vehicle in the area, and a selector box on a post, positioned adjacent to the parking area, includes a plurality of push buttons, one for each category of real estate, for selective operation by a vehicle occupants while seated in the vehicle. A voice commentary from a multi-cartridge tapedeck is projected from a speaker atop the selector box.

Abstract: A picture screen comprising an upright standard, a leg unit supporting the standard, a roller adapted to receive a picture screen, a picture screen mounted on the roller and adapted to be unwound from a closed position to an open position, an elongated screen casing for receiving the roller and the screen coupled to the upright standard, and casing extensions integrally formed with the screen casing and each being provided with a speaker mounted therein. The speakers project the sound toward the viewer/listener to provide a lifelike effect with the picture projected on the screen.

Abstract: A microprocessor is utilized to monitor and control the operation of an image projector and a magnetic tape cassette player. Inaudible cueing tones recorded on the tape allow the recorded narrative to be kept in synchronization with the image projected. A sync counter within the microprocessor keeps track of the amount and direction by which the image and tape are out of synchronism. The microprocessor controls a visual indication to the operator that shows the direction in which the tape must be moved to regain synchronization. When the tape is moved forward to achieve synchronization, the microprocessor will stop the tape after the cue pulse that precedes the narrative for the associated image. When the tape is moved in the reverse direction to achieve synchronization, the microprocessor will stop the tape just beyond the cue pulse at the beginning of the desired narrative.

Abstract: A projector for projecting a successive series of pictures and, in particular, an audiovisual information device, includes a housing, a projector disposed within the housing and a projection face which is provided in close proximity to the rear side of the housing for azimuthal projection. The projector face can be viewed by at least one window opening provided on the front side of the housing and the projector is arranged outside of the viewing range between the window opening and the projection face. The projector has a projection axis which is disposed at an angle with respect to the optic axis of its lens. The projector is especially suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Abstract: An audio-visual apparatus is disclosed which includes a projection screen having indicia thereon representative of a note play marker, means for successively projecting onto the screen adjacent the note play marker a plurality of visual images of a musical composition recorded on a film strip, means for providing a sound recording of the musical composition and control means for relating the projection of the visual images with the playing of the sound recording.

Abstract: A control system synchronizes the operation of a plurality of controlled mechanisms such as slide projectors by means of unique frequency tone-binary code signals recorded on a magnetic tape. In a particular embodiment, six slide projectors and one movie projector are controlled in any desired combination or sequence and with two different fade-in, fade-out speeds and in synchronism with an audio program on another track of the tape.In this specific embodiment, four different frequency tones are used in conjunction with binary codes to provide unique slide advance and lamp control of the projectors.An encoder enables the user to make up his own programmed tapes.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a logic control system for maintaining sync between an audio tape program and a slide or film projector by adding a signal track to the tape on which is recorded a tape stop signal and projector frame change signal which through a digital logic control circuit synchronization between the audio and visual components is preserved irrespective of tape speed or direction.

Abstract: An audio-visual presentation device including a magnetic cassette tape drive and circuitry adapted in a normal automatic forward mode for reproducing audio signals from one track of the cassette tape and for controlling a remotely controllable slide projector in response to signals from a second track of the cassette tape such that the audio signals and slide projector visual presentation remain in synchronization. The device includes a manual reverse switch to permit the device operator to repeat portions of the audio-visual presentation, the switch when in a first position providing normal automatic forward operation in a first tape drive mode and when in a second position providing in a second tape drive mode reverse operation at a higher speed with the audio output muted and the signals from the second track of the tape controlling the projector to cycle in a reverse direction.

Abstract: An improved film handling device or film cartridge designed for permanent mounting on a film strip projector or the like. The device or cartridge includes a base plate pivotally mounted to a sliding carriage and a storage cavity on the top of the base plate. The carriage comprises a tape cassette player and the base plate includes at least a pair of depending arms for slideably mounting a tape cassette. A drive sprocket is mounted on the base plate for engaging and feeding the film through a film gate in the projector. The carriage is movable between a generally forward, film loading position whereat the base plate is pivoted upwardly for easy access and a generally rearward, film feed position which permits the film to be transferred through the film gate. A safety interlock is provided on the cassette to prevent jamming of the film as the carriage is moved between its respective positions.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for retrieving a film having video information recorded thereupon in synchronism with a magnetic tape having audio information recorded thereupon and for synchronizing the sound with the picture after retrieval. Address signals are recorded upon both the film and the tape. The system comprises detectors for address signals recorded upon the film and the tape, a computer including a keyboard for retrieving a desired address, comparators for comparing the outputs of the detectors with the output of the computer, and means for transporting the film and tape in response to the outputs of the comparators. Control signals are recorded upon both the tape and film for synchronizing the sound with the picture. When the control signal recorded upon the film is detected, the still picture is projected and when the control signal recorded on the tape is detected the motion picture is projected.

Abstract: A highly-compact audio-visual slide projection system which makes use of an array of co-planar rear-view screen sections forming a screen matrix for presenting images selectively derived from an adjacent array of individual slide projectors. Interposed between each screen section and its correspondingly-positioned projector on the same level therewith is a V-shaped reflector assembly whose inclined front leg faces the screen section and whose reversely-inclined rear leg faces the corresponding projector.

Abstract: An audio visual reproduction apparatus utilizing an improved tape and film cartridge which is completely enclosed to be tamper-proof and to be used by inexperienced personnel. The cartridge includes transparent apertures therein for projecting light therethrough to view slide films on an endless disc within the cartridge. A dual track magnetic tape on an endless spool provides audio messages corresponding to the slides to be viewed and control signals for switching the slides to correspond with messages. The reproduction apparatus includes a single drive unit which drives the endless tape and film disc through a slip friction type drive. A cooperating brake insures that the film will be held stationary as the message is being played and allows for change in film through the tape drive upon the presence of a control signal to indicate requirement for switching. The tape, drive and brake are accessable through an aperture in the case covered by a removable shutter.

Abstract: A film strip projector which is provided with synchronized audio accompaniment. A film strip is framed with respect to a projection aperture by a selectively operable framing device. Once the film strip is initially framed, the film strip is advanced frame by frame by a Geneva type film advance mechanism. The audio accompaniment is carried on a dual track audio tape, one track of which carries the audio message pertinent to a particular frame and the other track of which carries a control signal for the film drive mechanism. All of the operative components of the film transporting mechanisms are mounted on a unitarily molded chassis. The chassis includes features for mounting a set of optics for easy removal and cleaning.