1. Connecting the Projector to a Computer ... 7 2. Setting an IP Address for the Computer ... 8 3. Setting up a Network Connection for the Projector .. 10 Controlling the Projecter via LAN ... 12 Controlling the Projector Using Internet Explorer (Version 5.0 or later) ...
Screen Size and Projection Distance The projection screen size varies according to the distance from the lens of the projector to the screen. Install the projector so that projected images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size by referring to the table below.
RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connector DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor: 9-pin D-sub male connector Note • Pin 8 (CS) and Pin 7 (RS) are short circuited inside the projector. RS-232C Cable recommended connection: 9-pin D-sub female connector Note • Depending on the controlling device used, it may be necessary to connect Pin 4 and Pin 6 on the controlling device (e.g.
• When controlling the projector using RS-232C commands from a computer, wait for at least 30 seconds after the power has been turned on, and then transmit the commands. • If more than one command will be sent to the projector, wait for projector reply before sending next com- mand.
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Parameter 5500K 6500K 7500K 8500K 9300K 10500K *2 For setting the projector name, send the commands in order of PJN1, PJN2 and PJN3. RS-232C Specifications and Commands Parameter Return Control Contents _ _ _ 1 Lamp Usage Time (hour) OK or ERR...
Setting up the Projector Network Environment This section describes the basic procedure for using the projector via the network. If the network is already constructed, the projector’s network settings may need to be changed. Please consult your network administrator for assistance with these settings.
1. Connecting the Pro- jector to a Computer Establishing a one-to-one connection from the projector to a computer. Using a LAN cable (Category 5, cross-over type) you can config- ure the projector via the computer. Disconnect the computer’s LAN cable from the existing network.
Setting up the Projector Network Environment 2. Setting an IP Address for the Computer The following describes how to make settings in Windows ® XP (Professional or Home edi- tion). Log on the network using the administrator’s account for the computer.
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: IP Address : 192.168.150.3 After setting, click the “OK” but- ton, and then restart the com- puter. After confirming or setting, proceed to “3. Setting up Network Environment for the Projec- tor”. Setting up the Projector Network Environment...
Setting up the Projector Network Environment 3. Setting up a Network Connection for the Projector Settings for such items as the projector’s IP address and subnet mask are compatible with the existing network. Start Internet Explorer (version 5.0 or later) on the computer, and enter “http://192.168.150.2/”...
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After setting items, wait for 10 seconds and then re-access. This completes the network settings. Change the IP address of the setting computer back to its original address, and then con- nect the computer and the projector to the network. Setting up the Projector Network Environment...
Controlling the Projector via LAN After connecting the projector to your network, enter the projector IP address in “Address” on Internet Explorer (Version 5.0 or later) using a computer on the network to start a setup screen that will enable control of the projector via the network.
Wait for a moment and then operate again. • You cannot operate this page while the pro- jector is warming up. • While the projector is in standby mode, you can only control “Power ON”. • For details about each item, refer to the...
Setting and Adjusting the Projector (Setting & Adjustment) Example: “Picture” screen display for INPUT 1 On these screens, you can make projector settings or adjustments. You can set or adjust the following items : Picture Mode • • • • •...
Note • After setting items, wait for 10 seconds and then re-access. • Projector Name can be up to 12 characters. • You can input the characters below : A-Z, 0-9, -, _, (,), space (When “a-z” are input, they are converted to “A-Z”...
Controlling the Projector via LAN Setting Error Items and Destination Addresses to which E-mail is to be Sent when an Error Occurs (Mail – Recipient Setting) On this screen, you can input e-mail destina- tions to which error notification (error items) e-mails are sent.
Setting the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet Connect the projector to a computer using RS-232C or Telnet, and open the SETUP MENU on the computer to carry out various settings for the projector. When Connecting Using RS-232C Launch general purpose terminal emulator.
Setting the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet When Connecting Using Telnet Click “Start” from the Windows top and select “Run”. Enter “telnet 192.168.150.2” in the text box that opens up. (If the IP address of the projector is 192.168.150.2.) Click the “OK” button.
9600 bps) Baud rate settings for the RS-232C terminals. (Page [7] Projector Name (Factory default setting : XG- MB70X) It is possible to assign a projector name. (Page 23) [A]Advanced Setup Enters ADVANCED SETUP MENU. (Page 24) [D]Disconnect All Disconnect all connections. (Page 24) [V] View All Setting Displays all setting values.
Apply New setting...Done. 1 1 1 1 1 Enter “s” and press the “Enter” key. 2 2 2 2 2 Enter “y” and press the “Enter” key. Controlling the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet Quit without Saving Set- tings Quit menu without saving setting values.
Display gateway address after change (*). Note • If the values for IP Address, Subnet Mask or Gate- way of the projector have been changed via Telnet, the computer for controlling cannot be connected to the projector depending on the computer’s net-...
2 2 2 2 2 Select and enter the number 0 or 2 and press the “Enter” key. Display set baud rate (*). Note • Set the projector’s baud rate to the same rate as that used by the computer. Projector Name Setting ([7]Projector Name) It is possible to assign a projector name.
1 1 1 1 1 Enter “a” and press the “Enter” key. Setting Auto Logout Time (ADVANCED[1]Auto Logout Time) If there is no input after a fixed time, the projector automatically disconnects network connection using the Auto Logout function. It is possible to set the time until the projector is automatically disconnected in units of a minute (from 1 to 65535 minutes).
(ADVANCED[6]Accept IP Addr(1) - [8]Accept IP Addr(3)) It is possible to improve security of the projector by allowing connection from only a prescribed IP ad- dress. It is possible to set up to three IP addresses allowing connection to the projector.
2 2 2 2 2 Enter “y” and press the “Enter” key. Note • If the values for IP Address, Subnet Mask or Gate- way of the projector have been returned to the default settings via Telnet, the computer for con- trolling cannot be connected to the projector de- pending on the computer’s network settings.
\ Check that the LAN cable is a Category 5 cable. \ Check that the LAN cable is a cross-over cable when connecting the projector to a computer directly. Check that the LAN cable is a straight-through cable when connecting the projector with a network device such as a hub.
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Troubleshooting \ Take the following steps for checking the network settings for the computer. 1. Open a command prompt (MS-DOS Prompt). • In the case of Windows 98 or 98SE: click “START” ➔ “Programs” ➔ “MS-DOS Prompt” in order. • In the case of Windows Me: click “START” ➔ “Programs” ➔ “Accessories” ➔ “MS-DOS Prompt”...
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Entry example C:\>Ping XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX “XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX” should be entered with an IP address to be connected to, such as the projector. 3. When connecting normally, the display will be as follows. (The screen may be slightly different depending on the OS type).