hp l1581a advanced connectivity module user’s guide Smart Attachment Module 1
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Contents 1 Setting Up the Projector What’s in the Box?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Identifying Features of the Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Setting Up the Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 To install the connectivity module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 4 Presenting from a Memory Card Preparing for Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To store a presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To prepare your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To prepare a PowerPoint presentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Setting Up the Projector This chapter explains how to install and set up the module with the projector. ■ “What’s in the Box?” on page 8 ■ “Identifying Features of the Module” on page 9 ■ “Setting Up the Module” on page 10 more from your presentations with HP projector accessories. You can purchase ✎ Get accessories at www.hp.com or through your projector dealer. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ User’s Guide HP ceiling mount kit enables you to simply and discreetly install your projector on the ceiling.
Setting Up the Projector What’s in the Box? Before setting up your projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items. If the shipping box is missing any of the following items, contact HP. Symbol 8 Item Function 1 Advanced connectivity module Adds advanced presentation options to the projector. 2 Software and documentation CD Contains software and documentation for the module.
Setting Up the Projector Identifying Features of the Module Symbol Item User’s Guide Function 1 Microphone input port Reserved for future use. 2 USB ports Connects USB memory card, mouse or keyboard. 3 RS232 port Connects control equipment. 4 LAN port Connects the projector to a network. 5 CompactFlash card slots Accepts CompactFlash Type I and Type II cards.
Setting Up the Projector Setting Up the Module This section describes how to set up the module. ■ “To install the connectivity module” on page 10 ■ “To install a CompactFlash wireless card” on page 12 ■ “To set up the projector for wired network access” on page 13 ■ “To set up the projector for a wireless connection” on page 15 To install the connectivity module 1. Turn off the projector and, after it cools, unplug the power cord. 2.
Setting Up the Projector 6. Perform these steps in reverse order to install the new module, then connect power and turn on the projector. the projector displays a message saying you must update the firmware for the ✎ Ifprojector or accessory module, see “To update the firmware” on page 51. The projector might not work properly if the components have incompatible firmware.
Setting Up the Projector To install a CompactFlash wireless card If you install a compatible CompactFlash wireless 802.11b networking card in the CompactFlash slot, you and other presenters can connect to the projector without using cables. The projector supports the HP L1640A CompactFlash 802.11b card—other cards might not be compatible. If this card is not available in your region, contact HP Support about possible options.
Setting Up the Projector To set up the projector for wired network access You can connect the projector to a network. This action enables you and other presenters to connect to the projector over the network. 1. Plug a CAT5 or equivalent network cable into the LAN port on the back of the module. Connect the other end to the local network. 2. Turn on the projector. The left indicator light on the network port turns on showing a 10- or 100-Mb/s connection. The light on the right shows network activity.
Setting Up the Projector 5. In the browser, go to Networking > Wireless Presenter. Enter a projector name to identify the projector for network presenters. You can also enter a projector password that presenters must provide when they connect. 6. Click Apply to activate settings. For more information about changing projector settings using a networked computer, see, “To manage the projector from the Web” on page 49. The projector can use a wired network connection for configurations such as these.
Setting Up the Projector To set up the projector for a wireless connection If a CompactFlash wireless networking card is installed, the projector has a wireless network port in addition to the wired network port. You must set up the projector according to the type of wireless configuration you want to support. ■ Ad Hoc connection—This is a direct wireless connection to a computer. The projector must not have a wireless connection to an access point.
Setting Up the Projector 1. Turn on the projector. 2. Open the on-screen menu. The projector’s wired IP address is displayed at the bottom of the on-screen menu. Complete wired and wireless network information is shown in the on-screen menu under Help > About the network. 3. On a networked computer, open Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, enter the IP address of the projector into the URL bar, and press the Enter key.
2 Presenting from a Networked Computer This chapter explains how to give presentations from a computer that has a wired or wireless network connection to a projector. ■ “Preparing for Presentations” on page 17 ■ “Showing Presentations” on page 23 Preparing for Presentations This section describes how to prepare your computer for networked presentations.
Presenting from a Networked Computer To prepare your computer for networked presentations If you want to make presentations over a wired or wireless network connection, you must install additional software on your computer that provides networked presentation capabilities. 1.
Presenting from a Networked Computer Use the following instructions to configure the network settings (Windows XP path given). See network connections in Windows help or the network administrator for more information. 1. On your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections. 2. Double-click Network Connections. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection, and click Properties. 4. Be sure TCP/IP and other network settings are correct as specified by your network administrator.
Presenting from a Networked Computer To set up your computer for a wireless connection (optional) do not have to change your computer to use the same network as the projector. ✎ You When you make a presentation using Wireless Presenter-to-Go, the software can connect to a projector on any network. If your computer has 802.11b wireless networking capability, you can connect to a projector without using any cables.
Presenting from a Networked Computer ■ User’s Guide Infrastructure connection—This is a wireless connection to a wireless access point. The access point connect to the projector through a wired or wireless network connection.
Presenting from a Networked Computer steps below are optional because Wireless Presenter-to-Go can set up your ✎ The wireless connection. However, if you set it up in advance, you can find and connect to projectors more quickly. If the projector has a wireless card, open the on-screen menu and select Quick choice > Wireless Presenter. This screen shows wireless settings you need for making a wireless Ad Hoc connection.
Presenting from a Networked Computer 6. For an Ad Hoc connection, set the following properties: ■ Set the Authentication Mode to Ad Hoc. ■ Match the Desired SSID and WEP Encryption to the settings on the projector. ■ If a channel setting is available, set the channel to Auto. For an Infrastructure connection, set the following properties: ■ Set the Authentication Mode to Infrastructure.
Presenting from a Networked Computer To start a presentation 1. Be sure the projector is turned on and its network connection is set up. See Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Projector,” on page 7. 2. Be sure the Wireless Presenter-to-Go software is installed. See “To prepare your computer for networked presentations” on page 18. 3. If your computer display is not using XGA resolution (1024 × 768), change your computer to XGA resolution by selecting Start > Control Panel > Display > Settings. 4.
Presenting from a Networked Computer 6. Click Connect. 7. If you are prompted for a projector password, enter it. The projector displays its password in the on-screen menu at Quick choice > Wireless Presenter. 8. In the control window, click Start Presentation. Your computer monitor is displayed on the projector screen. 9. If the projector is showing a different input, press the source button on the projector or remote control to find your network input.
Presenting from a Networked Computer You can then click Start Presentation to resume your presentation, or you can allow another presenter to start presenting. You can also perform these actions by right-clicking the Wireless Presenter-to-Go icon in the taskbar. To include other presenters Several people can connect to the same projector, but only one can present on the projector at any time.
Presenting from a Networked Computer To disconnect and free the projector 1. If the Wireless Presenter-to-Go window is not open, click the Wireless Presenter-to-Go icon in the taskbar. 2. Do one of the following: User’s Guide ■ If you want to disconnect and quit, click Exit. ■ If you want to disconnect from this projector and connect to a different projector, click Disconnect.
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3 Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer This chapter explains how to give presentations on a handheld organizer that has a wireless network connection to a projector. ■ “Preparing for Presentations” on page 29 ■ “Showing Presentations” on page 32 Preparing for Presentations This section describes how to prepare your handheld organizer for networked presentations.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer 5. Select the correct option for the type of operating system, Pocket PC or Palm. For a Palm installation, when prompted, select the users on whose devices you want to install the software. When the Wireless Presenter-to-Go installation finishes, creation software is installed on the computer, and presentation software is ready to be transferred to the handheld organizer. 6. Attach the handheld organizer to the computer and sync.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer 3. To create a new presentation, click Create. Or To add the slides to another presentation, select it from the Presentations List and click Append. 4. If you have sync software and a cradle installed on your computer, place the handheld organizer in its cradle and activate syncing. 5. In the Wireless Presenter-to-Go creator window, set Device to match your type of device from the drop-down box (and select a user for Palm), then click Transfer.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer 3. Click OK. This action converts the document to landscape orientation (mobile presentation format). If the size of the document exceeds one page, the balance of the document is saved as additional slides until all the material is converted. Then the Wireless Presenter-to-Go creator window opens. 4. In the Wireless Presenter-to-Go creator window, set options as described earlier in the PowerPoint part of this topic. 5.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer ■ Infrastructure connection—This is a wireless connection to a wireless access point. The access point connects to the projector through a wired or wireless network connection. the projector has a wireless card, open the on-screen menu and select ✎ IfQuick choice > Wireless Presenter. This screen shows wireless settings you need for making a wireless connection.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer To start a presentation 1. Start Wireless Presenter-to-Go and connect to the projector: Pocket PC a. From the Start menu, select Programs > Wireless Presenter-to-Go. b. Tap the projector/wireless icon and select the projector from the list. Enter a name to identify yourself. If the projector has a password, enter it in the space provided. c. Tap Connect. Your display shows a list of slides for the current presentation. Palm a.
Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer 3. To start the presentation, click the first slide you want to show. 4. If the projector is showing a different input, press the source button on the projector or remote control to find your network input. Or Open the on-screen menu and select Input > Connectivity module. 5. To change slides, click the next slide you want to show or press your device’s navigation buttons.
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4 Presenting from a Memory Card This chapter explains how you can store presentations on a memory card, then show them on the projector without using a computer. Such presentations are sometimes called PC-free presentations. ■ “Preparing for Presentations” on page 37 ■ “Showing Presentations” on page 41 Preparing for Presentations To store a presentation 1. Use your computer to create a compatible presentation. The table below lists the types of presentations that are supported. 2.
Presenting from a Memory Card Supported types of presentations PowerPoint presentation (PPT) If you install HP Wireless Presenter-to-Go, it embeds the required fonts on the memory card when you copy the presentation. See “To prepare a PowerPoint presentation” on page 39. Mobile presentation file (PDB) If you install HP Wireless Presenter-to-Go Desktop software on your computer, you can create a mobile presentation (PDB file). See “To create mobile presentations” on page 40.
Presenting from a Memory Card To prepare your computer You must install HP Wireless Presenter-to-Go software on your computer to support memory card presentations. ■ Font support for PowerPoint files. To correctly display a PowerPoint presentation from a memory card, the required fonts should be available on the card. The font service ensures fonts are available for PowerPoint (PPT) files you copy onto the card. ■ Mobile presentation creator.
Presenting from a Memory Card For best results, follow these suggestions: ■ Use standard or common fonts. Avoid special fonts that have restrictions against embedding. ■ If you use transition effects, use common transition effects. Some less common transitions might not be supported. ■ Save the file as a type compatible with PowerPoint 2002. If you are using a newer version of PowerPoint, you can click File > Save As and select the option that includes PowerPoint 2002 under Save As Type.
Presenting from a Memory Card Showing Presentations To insert a memory card in the projector a memory card is installed, any current networked or wireless presentation is ✎ When interrupted. To make a networked or wireless presentation, you must remove all memory cards from the projector. ■ CompactFlash card. Insert the card into the CompactFlash slot in the accessory module. ■ Secure Digital card, MultiMediaCard, or Memory Stick.
Presenting from a Memory Card 3. If the projector is showing input from a different source, press the source button on the projector or remote control to find the memory card input. Or Open the on-screen menu and select Input > Connectivity module. 4. On the projector or remote control, press the Page Up, Page Down, up down buttons to find the presentation you want to show. , and To list the contents of a subfolder, highlight the subfolder icon 1 and press the right button or the right-click button.
Presenting from a Memory Card 8. Press the back presentations. button to end the presentation and show the list of PC-free presentations CF Memory > 2004 Options 2 1 B103 M4407 10-11-04a.ppt 10-11-04b.ppt 11-12-04.pdb 3 Images (8) can select a presentation and show it using the projector buttons or the remote ✎ You control. If you connect a USB mouse or keyboard to a USB port on the accessory module, you can use it to select and control the presentation. See the following table.
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5 Maintaining the System This chapter explains how to maintain and upgrade the module. ■ “Managing the Projector” on page 47 ■ “Upgrading the System” on page 51 Managing the Projector You can manage many of the projector’s settings using the on-screen menu. For network and other advanced settings, you must use a computer to access the projector’s web interface.
Maintaining the System To manage the projector using the on-screen menu The projector’s on-screen menu is described in detail in the projector manual. However, when you install a connectivity module, certain new menu entries are displayed in the on-screen menu. New menu entries with module installed Quick choice Wireless Presenter Input Displays information needed by Wireless Presenter-to-Go so it can connect to the projector. (This menu was named “Connect” in early firmware versions.
Maintaining the System To manage the projector from the Web When the projector is connected to a network, you can access the projector’s embedded Web server. You can check the projector’s current status, change its configuration, and upgrade firmware. You can do this from a remote location—you do not have to be in the same room as the projector The Web interface supports Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP, Mac OS 9 and 10, Internet Explorer 5.5 and above, and Netscape Navigator 7.0 and above. 1.
Maintaining the System Managing projector properties (continued) Wired Settings Specifies networking settings for the wired LAN port. Wireless Settings Specifies networking settings for the optional 802.11b wireless card, if installed. SNMP Configures Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) operation. Admin. Account Sets an administrator password to control access to configuration parameters on these Web pages. Access Control Limits host access to the projector.
Maintaining the System Upgrading the System This section describes how to upgrade the projector’s firmware. ■ “To update the firmware” on page 51 To update the firmware HP might periodically release updated versions of the projector firmware to enhance the projector performance. Firmware versions are shown in the on-screen menu at Help > About this projector and in the Web interface on the Home tab. Check for updated versions at http://www.hp.com/go/proj_firmware. Web method 1.
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6 Fixing the System This chapter offers suggestions to help correct problems you might encounter with the module. ■ “Troubleshooting Suggestions” on page 53 ■ “Testing the Projector” on page 62 Troubleshooting Suggestions To use this section, find the problem statement that is closest to your problem, then try each bulleted item one at a time until your problem is fixed. If the suggestions do not solve your problem, contact HP—see the support guide for more information.
Fixing the System If you cannot connect to the projector using a Web browser: 54 ❏ Be sure the projector is plugged in and the main disconnect switch is turned on. ❏ If you are using a wireless connection on the projector, be sure the projector is turned on. ❏ If you are using a wireless connection on your computer or on the projector, be sure the computer or projector is within range of each other or the wireless access point.
Fixing the System Projector—wired connection ❏ Check the network cable connections at the projector and at the wall. ❏ Be sure you are using a standard network cable. Do not use a cross-over network cable or firmware upgrade network cable for a normal network connection. ❏ Check the left indicator light on the LAN port on the projector. If the light is off, the network might not be active. Try a different cable or check the network outlet at the wall by using a computer.
Fixing the System an Infrastructure connection. For more details, see Chapter 2, “Presenting from a Networked Computer,” on page 17 or Chapter 3, “Presenting from a Wireless Handheld Organizer,” on page 29. If the projector’s network configuration is completely wrong and you cannot fix it: ❏ Reset the projector’s network configuration to the factory default values. To do this, turn off the projector and allow it to cool, then turn off the main disconnect switch.
Fixing the System If you cannot install Wireless Presenter-to-Go on your handheld organizer: ❏ If the installation fails to install the software on your computer, be sure your computer meets the minimum requirements. See “To prepare your handheld organizer for wireless presentations” on page 29. ❏ Be sure your handheld organizer meets the minimum requirements for Wireless Presenter-to-Go. See “To prepare your handheld organizer for wireless presentations” on page 29.
Fixing the System ❏ In Wireless Presenter-to-Go, if you selected the advanced option to use the projector as an extended desktop, you must open Display Properties on your computer, go to the Settings tab, and set display 2 to extend the Windows desktop. The next time you connect to the projector, no windows are initially shown on the projector. To display a window on the projector, you must drag the window onto the projector area of your desktop.
Fixing the System Memory card problems If the incorrect fonts are displayed in a PowerPoint presentation: To embed PowerPoint fonts on a memory card, you must use a computer with HP Wireless Presenter-to-Go software (see “To prepare your computer” on page 39). ❏ If you are presenting a PowerPoint PPT file, be sure the required fonts are embedded on the memory card (see “To prepare a PowerPoint presentation” on page 39).
Fixing the System ❏ If you are presenting a PowerPoint PPT file, a slide may not display completely if it requires too much memory. To reduce the size of graphics on slides, right-click any graphic, select Format Picture, then click Compress, and select the option for all pictures and the option to delete cropped areas.
Fixing the System If pictures in a picture presentation do not display in the correct order: ❏ Pictures are displayed in alphanumeric order based on the file names. Insert the memory card in a computer and rename the pictures files so they appear in the desired order. If a memory card does not work with the projector: ❏ Only certain types of memory cards are supported by the projector. See “Supported types of memory cards” on page 38.
Fixing the System If the microphone port doesn’t seem to work: ❏ The microphone port is reserved for features planned in future firmware versions. It has no function with the current firmware. Testing the Projector The on-screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper operation of the projector and the module. To run the projector diagnostics 1. Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. 2. Select a test to perform.
7 Reference This chapter lists the specifications, safety information, and regulatory information for the projector. ■ “Specifications” on page 63 ■ “Safety Information” on page 64 ■ “Regulatory Information” on page 65 Specifications Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com.
Reference Weight 153 grams (5.4 oz) Environment Operating Temperature: 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F) Humidity: 80% RH max, non-condensing Altitude: up to 3,000 m (10,000 ft), up to 25°C (77°F) Storage Temperature: –20 to 55°C (–4 to 131°F) Humidity: 80% RH max, non-condensing Altitude: up to 12,000 m (40,000 ft) Safety Information Å WARNING: Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury. 64 ■ To prevent eye injury, do not look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.
Reference Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your accessory module complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your module not expressly approved by HP could void the authority to operate the module in these regions. U.S.A. This accessory module has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Reference International Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Hewlett Packard Company Hewlett Packard Company Digital Projection & Imaging 1000 NE Circle Blvd.
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Index IP address finding 47 M managing projector from menu 48 from Web 49 master slide 30 memory card creating on 40 installing 41 presenting from 41 see also presentations storing to 41 supported types of memory cards 41 supported types of presentations 41 mobile presentations 30, 40 moderator 26 module identifying parts 9 setting up 10 specifications 63 multiple presenters 26 N network managing projector from 49 see also wired network see also wireless troubleshooting 53 O on-screen menu finding proje
Index W Web managing projector from 49 wired network configuring computer 18 configuring projector 13 troubleshooting 53 wireless configuring computer 20 configuring projector 15 User’s Guide finding projector settings 22 installing card 12 troubleshooting 53 Wireless Presenter-to-Go installing for memory card 40 installing on computer 18 installing on handheld 29 starting on computer 24 starting on handheld 34 troubleshooting 53, 56, 57 Index 71
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