Optoma PKA31 Pico Palm-sized Projector

Portable projection power anywhere for prosumers and mobile professionals.

The brightest of Optoma's award-winning Pico projectors, the PKA31 attaches to various iPod, iPhone and iPad models, as well as digital cameras, hand-held multi-media devices and portable computers. Its light weight and compact size make it ideal for sharing videos, photos and presentations.

  • Project widescreen images sized up to 120 inches diagonally
  • 28MB of internal memory and a MicroSD card slot
  • Long-lasting LED light source for precision images
  • Full assortment of I/O ports and removable Li-ion battery
  • Audio-out jack for external speakers or headphones
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Features

Apple Recommends For

Mobile professionals who want the convenience of a small lightweight hand-held projector for meetings and presentations anywhere.

Optoma's PKA31 offers a wide variety of connectivity options, so you can attach it to many multimedia devices, including Apple iPod, iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and MacBook (with DVI adapter). With HD connectivity via Mini-HDMI it lets you enjoy the latest in portable home theater technology.

Bring your own content

Built-in memory or the MicroSD slot gives you the option of accessing your content directly from the projector or remotely via a memory card.

Outstanding images

Texas Instruments DLP technology and Optoma's own tri-color LED light source let you share images or movies from 5 to 120 inches diagonal.

Highlights

  • Converts AVI, MOV, MP4, 3GP and other video formats using Optoma Pico Video Encoder
  • Compatible with JPEG, BMP (PowerPoint files are converted using Optoma Pico Video Encoder); assures a higher quality video experience
  • Supports HDTV (720p, 1080) video input
  • Dedicated Pico FAQ page offers link to Mac-compatible open-sourced software
  • 2000:1 (Full On/Full Off) contrast ratio
  • Brightness up to 50 ANSI Lumens Bright mode (AC)
  • Native WVGA (854 x 480) resolution
  • Fully compatible with Apple iPod, iPhone, iPod touch and iPad with enclosed MFI/WWI licensed Apple Connection Kit

Did You Notice?

Since the PKA31 is an offset projector, you can place it on a tabletop and see the entire image projected on a wall or screen without the need for a tripod.

Technical Specs

Lens

  • Projection Method: DLP,LED
  • Projector Aspect Ratio: 16:09
  • Lamp Brightness: 20 ANSI lumens Bright mode
  • Lamp Life: More than 20,000 hours

Dimension

  • Width: 2.7 in./6.85 cm
  • Weight: 8.0 oz./227 g with battery installed
  • Length: 4.7 in./12 cm
  • Height: 1.2 in./3.05 cm

Compatibility

  • iPhone 4

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPhone 3G

  • iPhone

  • iPod touch
    4th generation

  • iPod touch
    2nd generation

  • iPod touch
    1st generation

  • iPod classic
    120GB 160GB (2009)

  • iPod classic
    160GB (2007)

  • iPod classic 80GB

  • iPad
    1st generation

What's in the Box?

  • Optoma PKA31 projector
  • WWI/MFI Licensed Apple Connection Kit
  • AC power adapter with US plug
  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery
  • USB cable (Type A to Micro)
  • Composite A/V cable
  • VGA cable to Universal 24-pin adapter
  • Zippered carry case
  • Quick start guide

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Warranty: One-year limited parts and labor, 90 days on battery
  • Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 796435412005
  • Mfr. Part Number: PKA31
 

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    very frustrated

    • Written by from Leander

    I am hoping to be able to come back in a few days and give this projector a five star review but so far I am beyond frustrated and disappointed. I connected my iPhone to the projector and it isn't able to open any images from the source. It came with very few instructions. I connected the projector to the computer using the included USB cable to view the manual on my computer. The manual is not there in "my computer" in a "Pico projector folder" as stated. I have done everything according to the sparse instructions that were included and so far I do not have a working projector. I hope I can get this resolved in the next few days. …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Great & Crisp pic in dim environment from a distance

    • Written by from San Francisco

    Sharp pic, focus dial is precise and doesn't move on it's own but you need a curtain to use at night (block out sun). I project from computer (after buying a mini display to VGA cable online here) to watch Hulu and Netflix and VLC. I have a loft so I put a curtain that intersects with wall I project onto or I can only use at night. Also the included cables are only half of what you need for any method other than iPad or iPod where the included cable that looks like a headphone jack is a visual port in computer and other side goes into iPad and after pressing looking glass option from projector, bingomthe Netflix app or YouTube projects. I wish it was silent though (sounds like a computer running if your neer it). I project from six feet away to get a 50 inch display but if I turn it to a wall 12 feet away I get the movie theatre 120 inch crisp display. So if your unable to place it far from wall the dosplay will be small. I also bough magic trackpad and battery charger here online. If the projector was silen and included a mini display cable I would give 5 starts. …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Nice, compact projector, use HDMI cable

    • Written by from Durham

    Projector works great for what it's intended, small to medium size presentations. Very portable. Highly suggest against using the included iDevice connector as quality is TERRIBLE. However, using the included VGA connector (for PC/computer) or using an HDMI cable (not included) work good. You'll need the iPad HDMI video connector (not included) for iPad usage. …More

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Does this work with the newest IPad?

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  • Apr 2, 2012
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