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Projector for cookies? This video shows how I created trolley cookies using the Pico projector. Below, I'll delve into the pros and cons.
What projector for cookies should you use? There's no cut-and-dry answer. Everyone has their own opinion. I can only tell you what I have used for 4 years and have been delighted with.
I use the PICO projector for decorating sugar cookies, like this set:
The PICO projector:
The PICO comes well-packaged in a sturdy box.
Image showing the ports the PICO has.
Image showing the compatible media devices for the PICO.Here is a picture of my set up...
This is what the stand and Pico look like.These trolley car cookies were made by using my Pico projector.
About the PICO projector for cookies
I bought mine through Amazon.
By the way...
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Update #1
Since I bought mine years ago through Amazon, they have finally updated the PICO. It's sooo much better as it is now WIRELESS!!! Yippee. No more cords. Not only that, it has stayed the same price. Can't beat that! Here it is...
- Ultra Bright 30 Lumens, High Definition 720p HD (1280x720) Native Resolution (1080p Supported), Vibrant Color Technology with 20,000 hour LEDs
- Ultra-portable with 2 Hour Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery that can be charged via supplied USB to USBC charging cable.
- Direct Wireless Screen Mirroring compatible with Android and iOS devices. NOTE: DMCA content cannot be mirrored such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, and other copyright streaming content
- Built-in Speakers, 16:9 compatible, mini-HDMI , 3.5mm Aux Audio Out, Composite A/V connections, and Micro SD, USB readers for Media Playback (Accepts sizes up to 32GB)
- For Personal Media Sharing with friends and family, USB Plug 'n Play instant set up; Apple Mac and PC Compatible. mini-HDMI to HDMI cable is included as an accessory.
Update #2
I always used the mount stand, as shown in my photo above. I since saw the gooseneck one and wanted to try it for my YouTube videos.
The mount stand takes up table space and is awkward to move around. The gooseneck just stays where I have it, hovering over my workstation. You can bend and twist it in any way you choose. Just know that it is stiff.
Which do I prefer? Actually, either for their respective attributes.
I have included both here so you can read about them and take your pick. Either works great for a cell phone too if you do any video work with your sugar cookies.
Table Mount:
- Teaching Online Stand: Avoid shooting shaking and screen blurred. Ideal for Live Streaming and flat or vertical shooting for cooking and drawing.
- Wide Compatibility: Equipped with 1/4" Screw and phone clamp, fit for webcam,pico projectors, miniature cameras and cellphone.(Max W: about 0.7lb with smallest angle)
- Adjustable Height and Angle: Height from 8" to 16". Angle from 30 degree to 90 degree. Use the screw to tighten the ball bearing to the want angle.
- Sturdy and Stable: Cast steel base and aluminum alloy rod make the stand sturdy and reliable. Anti-Slip by skids under the base.
- Easy to install: Just assemble the parts and get the complete product simply. Please refer to the 6th photo for installation steps.
Gooseneck Mount:
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Here is a video on how to set up your pico. Anita is so good at explaining it. It's not difficult at all, it's just that when something is new to you, you sometimes like to be shown.
*Note, in the video she says it's for Apple products, but it's not just Apple. I have used it with a Toshiba laptop and an HP laptop. Both work great with the PICO projector for cookies.
Pros and Cons: PICO Projector for Cookies
Pros:
- display lighting is quite good
- small, about the size of a cell phone (thicker)
- projects very clear detail
- life is 15,000 hours
- rechargeable battery
- mini digital video port, usb, sd and tf ports
- built-in speaker
- can go up to a huge projection on a wall and still be clear
This is the projection on the table top in the daytime. No light was on and it was quite light in the room. This image also shows the detail.***Do you find this baby swan as adorable as I do? Wondering where to get free images that are also public domain?
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Cons:
- need to purchase a mini HDMI cord separately (inexpensive though)
- speaker isn't great, tinny sounding (there is a headphone area and an AV port though)
- a bit pricey (as any projector is)
For me, the pros far out-weigh the cons.
Be creative and think outside the box! With a projector, you can even make royal icing transfers without using transfer sheets. Make sure to grab your 2-page download of Royal Icing Tips. This will ensure nothing goes wrong when using royal icing or glaze.
Show me how to use the PICO projector for cookies!
This is so simple. Once the projector is mounted, charged, and hooked to your phone, tablet, or laptop, just hold the on/off button down until the light turns green.
Go through and find the media device you are using with the arrows on the top of the PICO. With my computer, I only had to do this the first time.
Once your delicious sugar cookie (these two links will open in a new window for you so you don't lose your place: the best cookie recipe here) is iced with that mouth-watering royal icing, (superior royal icing recipe here, or if you need to use a glaze recipe, it's here) line it up under the projector.
The video above goes through this.
I usually use a #1S to #1 round/writing tip for thin letters and outlining real thick letters with consistency being between 10 and 12 seconds.
Not sure what 10 and 12-second consistency means? Refer to the page Royal Icing Flooding for understanding how thick or thin your royal icing should be.
I'll be uploading a video tutorial as soon as possible. Who doesn't love cookie videos?!
In the meantime, here are examples of some of my cookies where I've used the PICO coupled with the other game-changer, my airbrush system (very inexpensive PLUS you get 3, not 1, and much more included).
There's no end to sugar cookie decorating ideas!
- Ultra Bright 25 Lumens, High Definition 720p (1280x720) Native Resolution (Max 1080p), Vibrant Color Technology with 15,000 hour LEDs
- Ultra-portable with 80 Minute Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery that can be charged via supplied micro USB cable.
- Built-in Speakers, 16:9 compatible, mini-HDMI, 3.5mm Aux Audio Out, Composite A/V connections, and Micro SD, USB readers for Media Playback (Accepts sizes up to 16GB)
- For Personal Media Sharing with friends and family, USB Plug 'n Play instant set up; Apple Mac and PC Compatible
- Up to 60 inch image (in low-light condition)
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Now back to using a projector for cookies...
Having equipment, like this projector for cookies, will enhance your sugar cookie business. It will enable you to charge more while at the same time showing professionalism. It will totally up your game.
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You now know about the PICO as one of the choices as a projector for cookies.
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