It is less intuitive than the MiniMad, but has a much more robust feature set and is 100% standalone. You can even have the PocketVJ auto power up and down your projector via the RJ45 jack. With TCPSyphon you can send your video files directly from your computer to the player (with a little bit of latency based on connection). Unlike the MiniMad, the PocketVJ is fully customizable, open-source, preloaded presentation mode, video player, date/time schedule for self management, web interface for remote control, video-wall feature, syncable player setup, and screen sharing through VNC. This little projection installation tool houses a feature set similar to that of some high end media servers. Awesomely enough, the project is open source, buy the complete kit, SD card only, or download the source code here. The whole bundle comes in a laser cut wooden box with love from Berne, Switzerland. A user can connect via direct-wifi or ssh through the RJ45 ethernet port on the raspberry pi. The PocketVJ has a small learning curve that is easily remedied by the built-in web-proxy (mobile friendly) control panel. (Video below demonstrates version 2.0) The PVJ is the work of: Built on the same platform the PocketVJ has just hit it’s 3rd version (3.0) and it’s stellar. Remember our review of the MadMapper MiniMAD? We were excited to see how well a raspberry pi could perform when held up to the projection mapping challenge.
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