What do I need to present Stereo3D video to an audience?

Watching a Stereo3D presentation is always an event, regardless of where its presented and the more control the presenter has over the environment, the better chances of a successful presentation. The best method is determined by the size of the audience.

One-on-one presentations often require only a darkened room, VCR and a standard television set (some restrictions apply). Since polarized glasses will not work with television monitors, 3D would be viewed using liquid-crystal shutter glasses. Two basic types of LC shutter glasses are available: tethered glasses that plug into to a small decoder box, or wireless using a small infrared "transmitter".

Projecting Stereo3D video to small and large groups can be done in a variety of ways, and both examples use simple, inexpensive polarized glasses. For audiences of 8-25, there are small, table-top 3D projectors. More powerful versions for larger groups, up to 2,000 people or more. Both rear-projection and front-projection techniques are available.

We have assisted many customers with the "display" portion of the medium. Projected single or twin, on standard and multi-scan monitors using both active and passive glasses. There are a number of techniques and some special electronics needed for certain types of displays. See the "Display Methods" page for details.