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Field experience, technical tips and best practices in video projection and mapping
Mapping Troubleshooting: 12 Common Failures and Solutions
Blurry image, washed-out colors, sync offset, warping artifacts: diagnosis and solution for the 12 most common video mapping problems.
Projection Resolution: How to Calculate Projected Pixel Size
How to calculate projected pixel size and its impact on your mapping quality. Formulas, worked examples and common mistakes to avoid.
Interactive Mapping: Kinect, Cameras, Sensors and Techniques
Motion detection, touch, gesture recognition, audio-reactive: the technologies behind interactive mapping, the software and the associated budgets.
Outdoor Mapping: Weather Constraints and Technical Solutions
Rain, humidity, wind, ambient light: outdoor mapping constraints and solutions for every situation. Field checklist included.
Facade Projection Budget: Benchmarks by Building Size
How much does a facade projection cost? Budget benchmarks from 5 m to 50 m+ wide, cost breakdown and outdoor-specific considerations.
Choosing a Projector Lens: The Complete Guide
Fixed or interchangeable lenses? How to pick the right one for your projector based on distance, image size and throw ratio. Guide by manufacturer.
Lumens vs Lux: Understanding and Calculating for Projection
What is the difference between lumens and lux? How to calculate the luminous power needed for your mapping project? Formulas, reference tables and worked examples.
Video Mapping Pricing: Rate Cards and Real-World Budgets
How much does video mapping cost? Detailed rate cards by project size, 5 cost categories, 5-year TCO and 7 tips to optimize your budget.
Projector Maintenance: Lifespan, Costs and TCO
Lamp vs laser, preventive maintenance plan, replacement costs and 5-year TCO. Everything you need to anticipate expenses and extend your projectors' lifespan.
Throw Ratio: Understanding, Calculating and Choosing the Right Lens
The throw ratio determines image size based on projection distance. Formula, table by lens category, and a method to choose the right one every time.
Event Mapping vs Permanent Installation: Which One to Choose?
One-time event or long-term installation? Budget, logistics, ROI, maintenance: a detailed comparison to choose the right mapping format for your project.
Complete Video Mapping Guide: From Concept to Show
Everything you need to know about video mapping: equipment, workflow, calibration, budget and mistakes to avoid. The definitive guide to making your project a success.
Edge Blending: Achieving Seamless Overlap Between Projectors
Overlap zone, blend curve, black level: the key parameters for invisible blending between projectors in multi-projection setups.
How to Choose the Right Projector for Video Mapping
Lumens, resolution, optics, projection technology: the 6 field-tested criteria for choosing the right projector for your video mapping project.
Projection Calculator: Complete User Guide
What image size for your projector? Which lens to choose? How many lumens do you need? The projection calculator answers these questions in seconds.
Multi-Projector Calculator: Optimize Your Mapping Installation
How many projectors to cover your surface? What total resolution? How to handle overlaps? The calculator does the work and generates your calibration test patterns.
Preparing a Mapping Project: 2D vs 3D Workflow
Photo survey or 3D scan? Low poly model or flat projection? The methodology you choose determines the project quality and the studios' workflow. Here's how to decide.
6 Pre-Production Mistakes That Ruin Your Video Mapping Project
Light pollution, wrong pixel calculations, inadequate test patterns... Discover the preparation mistakes that doom a video mapping project before installation even begins.
When Should You Use 2D Autocalibration?
Domes, flat walls, curved screens... 2D autocalibration saves valuable time. But it doesn't work everywhere. Here's when to use it.
How to Choose the Right Media Server
Choosing the wrong media server can make or break your project. Scale, stakes, budget: here's how to avoid a costly mistake.
6 Calibration Mistakes That Ruin Hours of Work in Video Mapping
Warping too early, calibrating cold projectors, starting without reference points... The on-site mistakes I see on 80% of video mapping projects, and how to avoid them.