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Software that allows the computer to communicate with a peripheral device.
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A system of mirrors and prisms that is used to blend the colors from 3 monochrome LCD panels.
Most often used in Polysilicon TFT, but also used in some Amorphous TFT units.
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A video input that accommodates digital and analog signals. |
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Digital Realized Interpolation Technology (DRIT). A feature on some computer projectors that allows
the user to present any image in the native resolution of the projector. To achieve this, the
projector reconstructs the original image by expansion or compression of input signals.
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A signal in computer data form which creates images and sound. They have two
levels: high and low, or on and off. CGA, EGA and MDA video display cards use
this type of signal to transmit information to a display. These display cards
are no longer the industry standard.
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A DVI connector that can transmit both analog and digital video data.
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Digitize refers to the process of converting analog information into digital
information. Analog information must be converted to digital so that it can
be processed by a computer.
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Deutsches Institut fur Normung connector - a German Standards Institute connector.
A family of plugs and sockets used to connect mice, keyboards and various audio devices.
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Digital Light Processing. One of the two standard display types found in computer
projectors. A technology developed by Texas Instruments.
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Feature available on many computer projectors that aids in the setup of the unit by allowing
for an undistorted, squared picture when the projector is at an angle from the screen.
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See Computer Projector.
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Feature on select projectors that allows a user to enhance and enlarge a portion of the screen.
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Digital Micromirror Device (DMD). A chip invented by Texas Instruments consisting of
hundreds of thousands of tiny mirrors. Each mirror represents a pixel that
can either be turned on or off to create an image. See DLP.
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Double SuperTwist Nematic (DSTN). A form of passive matrix. DSTN is monochrome.
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A function of select projectors that decreases the drain on the lamp by lowering lumens
output. Often, putting a projector into economy mode will also lower the unit's audible noise.
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Enhanced Definition Television. Not as clear as HDTV, but sharper than standard television
signals, EDTV images are generally progressively scanned and include formats such as 480p,
575i, and 575p.
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See lamp.
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Enhanced Connectivity Modules are designed to snap on to
the base of specific projectors to provide expanded data, video and audio connectivity.
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The range of distances a projection unit can be from a target surface/screen. It
is recommended the projection unit be mounted or placed within this distance
to ensure optimum image quality and clarity.
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A projector generally weighing 20 lbs. or more that is ideal for permanent installation.
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The space a computer or a peripheral device takes up on your desk or floor.
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A unit of measurement for electrical signals. On some LCD models, frequency is a menu option
used to adjust vertical hum-bars.
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Projecting onto the screen or wall for viewing from the same side. See also Rear Projection.
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TV-quality, or better, moving video images displayed in a window or full screen on your
PC (30 Frames Per Second or greater).
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