Stereo Projectors
Stereo on the Big Screen
Many people are becoming interested in projecting their stereo slides, and would like to get a nice projector that they can just plug and play. This is just a hobby for me, so I don't have a big selection of projectors but try to make one or two available. I clean and lubricate them and install new polarizers, so that they are ready to play right out of the box. I include 4 pair of new polarized glasses, but you will need a silver projection screen (not the white or beaded screens) to see the images in stereo. I do sometimes have them available and will post them on this page.
Postage and packing materials are extra (it runs about $25 to $45 depending on your location and delivery speed).
If you have any question, please ask. - Tom
FAQ's
1. What is the difference between the TDC 116 and the 716? Actually there are only two differences; the wattage, and the slide carrier. The 116 has two 500 watt bulbs and the 716 has two 750 watt lamps. You would think that the 715 should be 50% brighter with the more powerful bulbs, but independent testing has shown only about a 5% increase. However, the 716 does seem to give off more heat! The 716 has a steel machined slide carrier that is very smooth and nice to operate. It is cut for 5 perf (Realist format) slides, and can be enlarged to show 7 perf (European format) slides. The 116 has a two channel aluminum carrier that is awkward to use (not smooth, slides sometimes stick), but it is wide enough to show 8 perf (regular 35 mm format) slides without modification. I personally don't see that one projector is better than the other, and price them fairly similar. If you are a collector, the 116 is more common, however there are several variations from early to latter models.
2. What is the difference between TDC 4 inch and 5 inch lenses? The shorter focal length 4" lenses will give you a 20% bigger image on the screen when placed at the same distance from the screen, or if you keep the images the same size the 4" lenses will give you a brighter image (you are closer to the screen). 4" lenses are best for projecting in small areas like a living room. 5" lenses are best for projecting to a crowd of people so that more people can sit between the projector and the screen. The TDC 116 and 716 came standard with 5" lenses. 4" lenses could be ordered, but at a premium, so there are more 5" lenses available today than 4".
3. Where do I get new projector bulbs? The lowest prices I have found are at topbulb.com. Always buy a pair at a time (they will both burn out about the same time).
4. What size bulbs do I need? Here are the bulb numbers by projector:
CLS - 300 watt TDC Project-or-View
CZA - 500 watt Compco 500 (I sell these below)
CZX - 500 watt Compco Triad, Nord, Realist 81, TDC 116, View-Master 500
DDB - 750 watt TDC 716
5. For more information on the TDC 116 projector and how it operates click here.
6. Should I buy a new silver screen or an old one? Well, that is a very touchy subject. A new screen is new, and can withstand many uses before it begins to deteriorate. A vintage screen can only be used so many times and it will begin to fall apart (this varies widely between screens and how they were stored). The newer screen materials seem to be not as good as many of the vintage screens for brightness and ghosting, however, some vintage screens were not very good and had similar problems. If you are on a tight budget I would suggest a vintage screen. Most perform very well, and they can be purchased rather inexpensively. If you will be setting up and taking down the screen frequently, or if you need a screen bigger than 70" X 70" then a modern screen will probably be a a better buy. To find which brand and model is the best, do an internet search for "stereo projection screen comparison".
Stereo Projectors
1. TDC Stereo Vivid 116 with 4 inch lenses. Later model, worn condition, but a good worker. A very good buy at $325.00.
2. TDC Stereo Vivid 716 with 5 inch lenses. Collector grade. This projector is very clean and comes with the delux case, both stereo and single slide carriers, and an original owner's manual (add $95 for 4 inch lenses). SOLD
Stereo Projector Accessories
1. Da-Lite Silver Flyer 40" X 40" silver projection screen. Vintage screen, like new, in box. SOLD
2. Da-Lite Versatol 50" X 50" silver projection screen. Vintage screen with heavy-duty hardware. Like new in box, except there is a 1 inch tear in the screen in the upper left corner. I have pointed this out to audience members, but they don't seem to notice, however it bothers me. $40.00
3. TDC 716 stereo slide changer. If your TDC 716 or Project-Or-View is missing its carrier, you need this! Can also be used in the TDC 116 with an adapter. SOLD
4. TDC 716 2X2 slide changer. If you would like to show 2D slides in your TDC 716 or Project-Or-View you can do it with this carrier. Can also be used in the TDC 116 with an adapter. $25.00
5. TDC Selectron stereo slide changer. If you like the convenience of having your slides prearranged in a slide tray and not have to fumble in the dark changing slides then the Selectron slide changer will do the trick. Fits TDC 716 or Project-Or-View, and can also be used in the TDC 116 with an adapter. Comes with one slide tray to get you started. $175.00
6. TDC 116S-38 adapter. This is the adapter you need for using 716 and Selectron slide carriers in 116 projectors. $75.00
7. TDC projector feet. If your TDC 116 or 716 stereo projector's feet are hard as rocks or beginning to deteriorate, you need to replace them with nice new rubber feet (this reduces noise quite a bit). These are newly manufactured to the same dimensions as the originals. Pack of 3 TEMPORARILY SOLD OUT
8. CZA 500 watt projector lamps (for the Compco 500 projector). New. $22.00 per pair.
To place an order email to tlmartin@bitstream.net
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