HB Opto HBP503D Projector - Physical Tour

Well, it's almost square, and just over 1 inch tall.  The length and width dimensions are both under six inches.  Unlike some pocket and pico projectors, this HBP503D projector does look very much like much bigger projectors with traditional light sources.  So it's sort of a "Honey, Who shrunk the projector" at first glance.

Let's start at the front.  The recessed fixed lens is located far right (facing the projector). That and the fan exhaust are all you have to look at on the front.  Moving to the side closest to the lens, you will find the Micro-SD card slot.  Switching to the opposite side, there is only the power receptical, a small round type typical of those used with power bricks.  Connect either the provided power brick, or the "Mobile Power Bank" (battery pack) into this connector.

The control panel is a simple affair.  It is functional although an extra button or two would make it easier to use.  In all fairness, the HBP503D does come with a full size remote control, which is far easier to use than the control panel.  Viewing the image here on the right, at the top, note the silver, rectangular control pad.  It is a rocker style so that you push down on the top for up arrow, down at the bottom for down arrow, etc.  Pressing the center brings up the menu itself.  Just below that are two blue indicators you can see, the one on the left is the source select button, and on the right is the Enter/back button.

The thin silver button is power on/off.  BTW the thin slot on the side of the projector just elow the control pad, is the micro-SD card slot.

The HBP503D projector must be confused.  I suspect an identity crisis.  Why else would such a nice compact pocket projector offer up a selection of connectors that make many far bigger, and more expensive jealous?

I was truly surprised to see a full sized remote, rather than the usual credit card sized or other very small remotes.  Nice remote, buttons have a good feel, and they are well laid out.

Range was great.  The only sensor is in the back of the HBP503D, and I had no problem hitting it reliably at about a 30 degree off angle from 20 feet.