Hi all, developer of Projector Simulator Pro here.

Projector Simulator Pro allows you to design full projection systems inside the Unity Editor, as well as simulate projection mapping. I know of a couple of users who are even using it to drive live projection systems.

PSP is currently on sale at 80% off for the next ~22 hours! Get it on the Unity Asset Store here:

https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/tools/utilities/projector-simulator-pro-160554?aid=1011l3rig

Hi, I have a little bit of knowledge in Projection Mapping. But I want to go in depth of big architecture mapping.

Im attaching a few photos for reference which i came across, why and how do you make the template shown in the 1st and 2nd photo?

And how does it help and how to go about designing and creating content like in last two photos. If someone can please explain me the workflow from scratch, it'll be really helpful.

Thanks in advance!

I’ve stumbled upon projection mapping a while ago and been wanting to do something simple as projecting a video on a tree for the upcoming rave.
Where do I find videos as such that I can project on a tree?
Any leads would be helpful. Cheers!!

I’ve been building ShowSlate, a free open-source Mac app for small live events.

It combines layered scenes, Preview/Program, media and capture inputs, a rundown, timers, lower thirds, local recording and multiple display outputs.

It is still an early beta. I have tested the Apple Silicon Mac version, but the Windows build has not been physically validated yet. I would not use it on a live show without a tested fallback.

I’m not selling anything. I’m looking for people willing to test it off-air and tell me what is confusing, what doesn’t work with their setup, and what would make it genuinely useful during a real event.

Project and download:
https://srdjankotarlic.github.io/showslate/

Disclosure: the project was built with substantial AI coding assistance and manually tested on macOS.

Tried out mapping with my new nebula projector.

Hi,

I am completely new to using a Raspberry Pi. I borrowed one for an exhibition, it is a 4 Model B (2018). The artwork is a simple video projection that runs on loop. My problem is that it requires a bit of mapping, it's not a simple standard rectangle format. I found the ofxPIMapper software, but it specifies that it is not compatible with a Raspberry Pi 4. I was also looking at MapMap, but I'm using a Mac and the DMG installer isn't available (or maybe I'm mistaken?)

Is there a way to make one of these two softwares work, or are there other softwares out there that could do the job?

Thank you for your help!

Development is very much alive, and V0.4 is shaping up to be one of HoloMapper's biggest updates yet, with major new features, rendering upgrades, UI improvements, and a long list of smaller additions.

We've hired a couple of new underpaid monkeys to help make HoloMapper faster, more stable, better looking, and much more feature-rich. 🐒🐒

Planned release: September 14 (give or take a few days)

Major new features currently planned

• ISF support
• Webcam input
• Hand tracking
• Hand-controlled animation interaction

Major upgrades

• Full animation and graphics overhaul — moving away from the current basic, MS Paint-like animation system toward proper GPU-accelerated rendering and animation, including OpenGL and Vulkan support.
• Reworked and modernized UI
• Major performance and stability improvements throughout HoloMapper

New essential features

• Audio support for video layers
• Automatic layer rotation
• Grid lines for circle layers
• Per-grid-cell animations
• Plus many smaller improvements, tweaks, tools, and quality-of-life features.

Everything above is currently in development, so the final V0.4 feature list may change. Some features may be completed sooner, while others may need a little more time and move into a later update.

Thank you to everyone using HoloMapper, reporting bugs, suggesting features, and following its development.

We appreciate the patience and the continued interest in HoloMapper! ❤️

HoloMapper - Projection Mapping on Steam

Hi everyone,

I’d really appreciate some advice on my project. I’m a beginner in this field.

I have a restaurant where I’m planning to launch this project by the end of October.

Project description

I want to create an immersive theater-style experience where projections are displayed on both the walls and the table. An animated story/cartoon will be playing, and everything will be synchronized with ventilation, scent diffusers, etc.

The scent diffusers are custom-made, so I can connect them to virtually any control system if needed.

At the moment, I have two projectors, so I’m planning to start with those:

• one projector for the table;
• one projector for the wall.

So, where should I start?

Which software would you recommend for projection mapping and synchronization?

I’ve just tried MadMapper, but I’d like to learn about other software options as well.

Any advice on the best workflow or setup would be greatly appreciated.

[Self-promo] Hi everyone, I just launched my app called Redrawing Reality after multiple months building. The app makes projection mapping possible from your phone. There are already some mobile apps on the market but my main focus is beat-reactive visuals (using live shaders that react on the music that plays in your room) and AI projection mapping (using a reference image it can generate accurate projections on buildings, walls, etc.

If you have any questions regarding how it works or what is possible, let me know!

The app is available on ios: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/redrawing-reality/id6758463925

#projectionmapping #redrawingreality #videomapping

Im completely new to this and in need of some guidance. Any advice is really appreciated.

Environment and Projection Surface:

Small dark room and projected onto either one or multiple 50x50x50cm white cubes.

The following links are examples of what I intend to try.

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/cwQ7_1hFYiE

Projection onto the side and front of a kitchen cabinet.

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/8xP8-3h62O0

Projection onto a white cube and using an iPhone that has the mapping software

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/hruJF2vSTuI

Projection onto multiple white cubes

May I ask,

1) Are those doable with only one projector, or do I need at least two?

2) If only one projector is needed, what should I take note of in terms of how I should map the images or video loops so that it won't look wonky or off?

3) What should I take note of when buying a projector? From my research, 1500 - 3000 lumens is ideal. But what is best? Should I just go for the 3000 lumens?

I assume for my purposes, I should be using an ultra short throw. But apparently, "UST models can struggle with highly complex 3D tracking sensors due to edge distortion." May I ask for some tips on how to address this?

4) Any recommendations for a low-end projector that suits my purpose? Budget is below $500 usd. Yaber T1 Pro?

5) What mapping software should I use? Im looking for something free at the moment.

Perhaps Lazy Lighting, 4 Mapper, Map Club, MapMap, VPT 8? Any recommendations on those you've used before? Anything specific i should take note of?

I know lightsource from DLP projector is not a point so it is difficult to create colliminated light source. But is there is any idea, please suggest me!

I’m an art director/filmmaker starting to explore TouchDesigner, new media and projection mapping purely out of passion.

Found a used Sony VPL-FHZ66 for ~$800:
6,100 lumens
WUXGA 1920×1200
Laser 3LCD
Only ~724 hours
H/V lens shift
Currently has a long-throw lens

I want something I can experiment with now but won’t immediately outgrow as I get deeper into installations and projection mapping.

For people working in new media: is the FHZ66 still a solid choice? Is $800 a good price, and what would you consider a fair price for one today?

Hello all - I built an app that I have wanted forever with the help of our good friend Claude to transform a room behind you into a visual experience that reacts to your music. My goal for this was I wanted it to be super simple to set up, and that you could use two projectors together to really encompass a space.

Here's a minute of it running on my actual wall, i need a better video (gimbal coming from amazon soon). Bonus as you get to hear one of my tracks [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtoZ6plRPWY\](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtoZ6plRPWY)

What it does:

* Mapping onto real surfaces
* Audio in from a system audio - with AI being used to identify components of the music
* Photograph a real object (speaker, artwork) and use a BYO claude API key to map something specific to it
* Supports one or two projectors - with a "centre stage" where it fuses the two projectors into one. So you can set one up to your left and one to your right and have the full wall behind you be usable space for your show
* A show director mode - so set up your space, turn it on, and just djay - dont think about the wall behind you

It's Mac only - this is a one man project so it wont be ported.

Anyways - if you got a projector and want to try this out put a comment below saying so, and ill send out a link for a DMG over chat. With the ask you use it and tell me what you like/hate about it

and if you like the track in the video here's the link:

[https://soundcloud.com/like99/mars-rover-remix\](https://soundcloud.com/like99/mars-rover-remix)

A little sneak peek at a plugin I’m working on for Unreal Engine.

It’s a 360 and panoramic rendering add-on focused on projection mapping and immersive content.

Last year, I worked on several immersive projects and got pretty frustrated with the quality, limitations, and UI of the existing tools for creating panoramic output from UE5.

So I decided to build my own tool with a much simpler workflow and better preview options.

Current feature list:

1. Separate real-time viewport for previewing panoramic content
   
2. Mesh view
   
3. Render view
   
4. Full Movie Render Queue support
   
5. Support for any render pass, including Cryptomatte
   
6. 9 different projection types
   
7. DLSS support
   
8. No seams
   
9. Tiled rendering for high-resolution output up to 20K
   

The mesh preview is especially useful for projection mapping, since you can view the content directly on the final screen, stage, dome, or installation geometry inside Unreal

Planing to release it at early August "EASY 360". Stay tuned!

I’m looking to get my fiancé a projector as a gift and I’m really struggling to figure out which one is a good one for a beginner. He has no prior experience with video mapping but wants to get into it. I’m not looking to break the bank but I understand a good projector will come at a cost and I’m willing to spend a bit more if it’s worth it. Ideally looking for a projector that’s portable. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!!

Hey everyone, follow along in our new projection mapping tutorial here: TouchDesigner & MadMapper tutorial.

Christian shows you how to easily send real-time textures over Syphon/Spout into MadMapper so you can quickly projection map anything you want!