The desktop of our notebook was projected clearly and brightly. We had no problems adjusting the input source. The MP1600 displays a crisp picture in a moderately lighted room. At 600 lumens, its brightness is on a par with that of many larger projectors, and should be fine for presentations to small audiences of 30 people or less. Compaq says the bulb should last for 1,500 hours, and you can monitor its status through the projector's utility program.
Small size brings some drawbacks, however.
The MP1600's fan is noisier than those of larger models, and its thin base results in more wobbling than projectors that lie horizontally. It lacks a speaker, as well as features like a remote control and a zoom lens. Image size is solely determined by distance from the screen, due to the fixed lens. But if your audiences typically consist of small groups, you probably don't need a lot of adjustment options. If that's the case, the MP1600 Microportable Projector delivers extreme portability at a competitive price.