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Projector

US4213679A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 2, 1978
Grant dateJul 22, 1980
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 2, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B21/30
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

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. A generally available attache case can be used instead of a specially designed case, and the use of such ready-made case results in a reduced manufacturing cost. High operation ef…

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