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| == Computer == | == Computer == |
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| * folk-hex at Hex House is a [[https://www.microcenter.com/product/685408/minisforum-atomman-g7-ti-gaming-mini-pc|Minisforum AtomMan G7 TI]].For cheaper systems, we've had good experiences with the [[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SYSPSSM|Beelink SER5]] ($300) mini PC or the [[https://www.amazon.com/Beelink-Computer-Desktop-Display-Ethernet/dp/B0BVFXCJ2V|Beelink Mini S12]] ($160) mini PC. An Intel NUC or Steam Deck can also work. Find a relatively recent mini PC or gaming PC and you should be OK. | * folk-hex at Hex House is a [[https://www.microcenter.com/product/685408/minisforum-atomman-g7-ti-gaming-mini-pc|Minisforum AtomMan G7 TI]]. For cheaper systems, we've had good experiences with the [[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SYSPSSM|Beelink SER5]] ($300) mini PC, although it's a bit old now. An Intel NUC or Steam Deck can also work. Find a relatively recent mini PC or gaming PC and you should be OK. |
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| * <del>For portable installations, a [[https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-4-model-b/|Raspberry Pi 4]] (may be difficult to get) or an [[http://www.orangepi.org/html/hardWare/computerAndMicrocontrollers/details/Orange-Pi-5.html|Orange Pi 5]] ($50-100)</del> | * <del>For portable installations, a [[https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-4-model-b/|Raspberry Pi 4]] (may be difficult to get) or an [[http://www.orangepi.org/html/hardWare/computerAndMicrocontrollers/details/Orange-Pi-5.html|Orange Pi 5]] ($50-100)</del> |
| == Projector == | == Projector == |
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| * We recommend the **[[https://aaxatech.com/store/products/4k1_pico_projector_store.htm|AAXA 4K1]]** (~$800, available refurbished only) or (untested) maybe the [[https://www.lg.com/us/projectors/lg-hu710pb-smart-portable-projector|LG CineBeam Q HU710PB]] for the brightest, clearest text rendering and largest area. | * 4K projectors: People report good experiences with the [[https://global.jmgo.com/products/jmgo-n1s-4k|JMGO N1S 4K]] (~$1000). (JMGO has more expensive, brighter models, too.) |
| | * <del>We used to recommend the [[https://aaxatech.com/store/products/4k1_pico_projector_store.htm|AAXA 4K1]] (~$800, available refurbished only)</del>, but it's out of production. |
| | * or (untested) maybe the [[https://www.lg.com/us/projectors/lg-hu710pb-smart-portable-projector|LG CineBeam Q HU710PB]], but people report that this is difficult to mount |
| | * or (untested) maybe the [[https://www.bestbuy.com/product/epson-lifestudio-pop-plus-4k-pro-uhd-portable-lifestyle-smart-projector-with-sound-by-bose-technology-3lcd-hdr-wireless-navy/JJG9Q2PXS9/sku/6643633|Epson Lifestudio Pop Plus 4k PRO]] (~$700) for a less bright, budget 4K option. |
| | * 4K projectors are ideal for the brightest, clearest text rendering and largest area. |
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| * If you’re on a budget or want a more portable option, the [[https://aaxatech.com/store/products/P400_mini_projector_store.html|AAXA P400]] ($269) is a good option for a portable 1080p projector. | * If you’re on a budget or want a more portable option, the [[https://aaxatech.com/store/products/P400_mini_projector_store.html|AAXA P400]] ($269) is a good option for a portable 1080p projector. |
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| * Any projector will do, but any projector with a native resolution of less than 1080p will only be good for projecting shapes & very large text. | * Any projector will do, but any projector with a native resolution of less than 1080p will only be good for projecting shapes & very large text. 4K is ideal for having multiple text editors, etc. |
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| * Ultra-short-throw projectors like the Samsung The Premiere are expensive but can be really bright and may allow you to avoid overhead mounting. It may be difficult to calibrate an ultra-short-throw projector (because it's hard to tilt the calibration board and the optics are really distorted) | * Ultra-short-throw projectors like the Samsung The Premiere are expensive but can be really bright and may allow you to avoid overhead mounting. It may be difficult to calibrate an ultra-short-throw projector (because it's hard to tilt the calibration board and the optics are really distorted) |
