5.5 DesignThe design concept of Canon's multimedia projectors is a 3-dimensional form, whichhas the precise, tension look of an optical apparatus-likeness is inherited. Furthermore,the design gives a sociable light impression which is simple and has a transparentfeeling. StylingThe styling of these models is equally well suited for the private living room, themodern office, or a retail outlet.The body is designed with simple curves flowing into clean surfaces, the so-called "airstyle form".Moreover, the transparent, "jelly-bean" style operation panel serves as an accentpoint. The surface treatment and a key layout are designed so the machine can beoperated easily in the dark. ColoringThe new Frosty White Pearl coloring has a luxurious transparent look not found inearlier models. Unlike earlier models, which had a single coat of paint on the body,these models have a completely different texture by using two coats, a transparenttopcoat layer over the base coat. This gives a completely different feeling than earlymodels.In addition, painting is carried out in an automated clean room, which allows verystrict control of the coating thickness. DetailThe ring around the outside of the lens protects the optical engine from shock andcould prevent your presentation from being stopped by an unexpected accident.Moreover, in order to keep exhaust heat and fan noise away from people and to realizecomfortable use environment, the exhaust port was put at the side of the lens.Furthermore, punched metal covers are used for the exhaust port, air intake, andspeaker instead of the conventional blind-like louvers.Connectors required for the user interface are arranged in the back, and options,such as a multi-card imager, are easy to understand and user friendly.In addition, the remote control uses luminescent material for the buttons and amirrored base under them making it is possible to perform exact operations even invery dim lighting.Part 1: General Information1-15