<p>A compact video projection and viewing system (10) for use in an RMI apparatus is constructed of materials that are inert to magnetic imaging and do not cause interference with the procedure. The system uses an LCD (15) as a source of a viewable image and an optical arrangement to magnify the image and redirect the image in a lateral path to a screen (14). An adjustable viewing mirror (13) is used to capture the reflection of the screen and transfer the image to a patient.</p>