A THEATER IN A SUITCASE

e [Music] in schools All Over America instructional films are making important contributions toward more effective educational programs because these films must be closely associated with the learning situation Educators have been demanding a suitable projector for use in the classroom we have here the answer it's the first really portable 16 mm sound motion projector the Bantam made by the DeVry Corporation the company that made the first so-called portable projector way back in 1913 this is an entirely new projector not just a new model the Bantam weighs only about 31b and is complete in one case projector amplifier spaker and screen it's batam in weight batam in size batam in price but a giant in action here take a look the simple film path makes threading an easy operation for any teacher or student conventional right-and threading with the film path plainly inscribed on the projector plate right before your eyes pilot light to facilitate threading in darkened rooms plenty of finger room it's as simple as this chart and it all combines to give you simp Simplicity and absolute film protection with real sizes enough for 55-minute sound programs either AC or DC current and this is the only power connection necessary all operating controls are on one accessible panel DeVry has engineered an entirely new and improved Optical system the oversized condenser lenses of the batom utilize fully the intensity of the light beam 300 watts is sufficient for a short throw 1,000 WT lamp may be used for spacious auditoriums if desired the straight line beam floods the screen with Star Bright illumination never more than a semi- darkened room is needed this exclusive Optical system actually gives you an average of 40% more light on the screen exhaust fan removes the hot air instead of recirculating it keeps aperture plate cool makes lamp last longer did we say cool try this after the show instant positive non-slip tilting gives you quick alignment and should you lose your film Loop due to bad film no stopping just flick the automatic Loop Setter again simple isn't it and the overall fine mechanical workmanship of this bantom is perfection listen if you will how quietly it runs now the sound system first is the sound head listen to that clear natural sound which originates here the bantom amplifier is Compact and efficient notice the lifelike presence it is giving you the very latest Alo 5 permanent magnet speaker is built in for single case efficiency this 6-in speaker can be open or closed or 25 ft of cord is furnished to place it at screen if desired an Aden speaker in separate case is available for larger audiences and here's the same type silent chain drive mechanism used in D's famous 35mm theater projectors generous use of D metal magnesium alloy castings make it light and strong yes the bom has everything and it feels a big need the greatest need is in the school now the teacher has a projector that is teacher size she knows how to handle it she is able to handle it and in doing so she is able to make the most of the many new instructional films no more complicated burdensome setups to follow in getting ready for a film any one of the students might set up and run this simple machine the built-in screen enables a teacher to preview films in her home be ready for her classes yes there are many other uses for this fine machine churches can spread their word faster and more effectively with Motion Pictures young people's groups Boy Scouts missionary meetings they all benefit from films entertainment and education in the home will multiply with a new bantam salesman can take a visual story to the housewife give demonstrations possible by no other practical means take your story to the farm to the factory to the leaders of our government take your story to the people with the new Dev batam no more of this Simplicity is the new keynote you can now put on a show at a moment's notice anywhere no overhanging reels no extra props needed rubber pads won't scratch desk show a movie anywhere anytime and the bantom has one more exclusive feature the DeVry trademark this trademark for over 35 years has been more than just a label it represents the manufacturer that builds 35 mm equipment for Hollywood and the largest and finest indoor and outdoor theaters throughout the world de helped make possible these Gody Marquees they now give you the same quality in the small lightweight full of energy de ban a projector you'll be proud to own [Music]