Projector IN5542/IN5542c/IN5544/IN5544c User's Manual Network Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. This projector has a network function that brings you the following features. üW eb control The projector can be controlled and monitored by web browser software on your PC, which can help you to setup and maintain the projector. üM Y IMAGE (Still Image Transfer) Display The projector can display still images that are transferred via the network.
Content Content Content .......................................................................................... 2 1. Main functions............................................................................ 3 1.1 Configuring and controlling via a web browser............................................ 3 1.2 MY IMAGE (Still image Transfer) Display.................................................... 3 2. Equipment connection and network setting.............................. 4 2.
1. Main functions 1. Main functions 1.1 Configuring and controlling via a web browser You can adjust or control the projector via a network from a web browser on a PC that is connected to the same network. Logon to the network from the web browser and it offers the menus to configure the network settings, monitor the projector and so on. 1.2 MY IMAGE (Still image Transfer) Display Image files can be sent via the network, and up to 4 images can be stored in the projector and displayed on screen one by one.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.1 Required equipment preparation The following equipment is required to connect the projector to your PC through the network. PC : 1) equipped with the network feature 2) installed a web browser software (&11) LAN cable : CAT-5 or greater NOTE • The system for using the projector's network function requires a communication environment conforming 100Base-TX or 10Base-T.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Manual network connection setting 2.2.1 Equipment connection Connect the projector and PC with a LAN cable. * Before connecting with an existing network, contact the network administrator. Next, please check the PC setting as explained below. 2.2.2 Network settings This is the explanation of network connection settings for Windows® XP and Internet Explorer®. 1) Log on to Windows® XP as an Administrator. (*) 2) Open “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Manual network connection setting (continued) 5) Open the “Local Area Connection Properties” window you use for your network device. (Fig. 2.2.2.c) Fig. 2.2.2.c “Local Area Connection Properties” window 6) Set used protocol as “TCP/IP” and open the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window. Fig. 2.2.2.d “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window 7) Set IP address, subnet mask and default gateway for the PC.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Manual network connection setting (continued) [About IP address] ■ Setting manually The Network address portion of the PC's IP address should match the projector’s address. And the entire IP address of the PC should be unique from all other equipment in the same network, including the projector. For example The projector’s initial settings are as follows. IP address: 192.168.1.10 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 (Network address: 192.168.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Manual network connection setting (continued) 2.2.3 “Internet Option” setting 1) Click “Internet Options” in the “Network and Internet Connections” window (Fig. 2.2.3.a) to open the “Internet Properties” window. (Fig.2.2.3.b) Click Fig. 2.2.3.a “Network and Internet Connections” window Click Fig. 2.2.3.b “Internet Properties” window 2) Click the “Connections” tab and then click the [LAN Settings] button to open “Local Area Network (LAN) settings”. (Fig.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Manual network connection setting (continued) Fig. 2.2.3.c “Local Area Network (LAN) Settings” window 3) Uncheck all boxes in “Local Area Network (LAN) Settings” window. (Fig. 2.2.3.c) 2.2.4 Check connection Verify the PC and projector are connected properly. If they are not connected, check the cable connections and settings. 1) Start browser in PC and specify following URL, then click “ ” button.
3. Management with Web browser software 3. Management with Web browser software This projector is equipped with the following network functions by using web browser software. 3.1 Configuring and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser You can change the settings of or control the projector via a network by using a web browser from a PC that is connected to the same network. (11) 3.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser You can adjust or control the projector via a network from a web browser on a PC that is connected to the same network. NOTE • Internet Explorer® 5.5 or later is required. • If JavaScript® is disabled in your web browser configuration, you must enable JavaScript® in order to use the projector web pages properly. See the Help files for your web browser for details on how to enable JavaScript®.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) When configuring or controlling the projector via a web browser, an ID and password are required. There are two types of IDs, Administrator ID and User ID. The following chart describes the differences between Administrator and User IDs. Item Description Displays the projector’s current Network Information network configuration settings.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.1 Logon Refer to the following for configuring or controlling the projector via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter “http://192.168.1.10/” into the address bar of the web browser and press “Enter” key or click “ ” button. The screen in Fig. 3.1.1a will be displayed. 2) Enter your ID and password and click [Logon]. Fig. 3.1.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.2 Network Information All screen drawings in this manual are shown when you logon with the Administrator ID. Any functions that are available only for the Administrator will not be shown when you logon with the User ID. Refer to the table. (12,13) Displays the projector’s current network configuration settings. Item Description Projector Name Displays the projector name settings.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.3 Network Settings Displays and configures network settings. Item IP Configuration Description Configures network settings. DHCP ON Enables DHCP. DHCP OFF Disables DHCP. IP Address Configures the IP address when DHCP is disabled. Subnet Mask Configures the subnet mask when DHCP is disabled. Default Gateway Configures the default gateway when DHCP is disabled.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.4 Port Settings Displays and configures communication port settings. Item Network Control Port1 (Port:23) Description Configures command control port 1 (Port:23). Port open Click the [Enable] check box to use port 23. Authentication Click the [Enable] check box when authentication is required for this port.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) Item SNMP Port Description Configures the SNMP port. Port open Click the [Enable] check box to use SNMP. Trap address Configures the destination of the SNMP Trap in IP format. • The address allows not only IP address but also domain name if the valid DNS server is setup in the Network Settings. The maximum length of host or domain name is up to 255 characters.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.5 Mail Settings Displays and configures e-mail addressing settings. Item Description Send mail Click the [Enable] check box to use the e-mail function. Configure the conditions for sending e-mail under the Alert Settings. SMTP Server Address Configures the address of the mail server in IP format.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.6 Alert Settings Displays and configures failure & alert settings. Alert Item Description Cover Error The lamp cover has not been properly closed. Fan Error The cooling fan is not operating. Lamp Error The lamp does not light, and the interior portion may have become overheated. Temp Error The internal temperature of the projector may have become overheated.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) The Alert Items are shown below. Setting Item Description Alarm Time Configures the time to alert. (Only Lamp Time Alarm and Filter Time Alarm.) SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts. (Except Cold Start and Authentication Failure.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.7 Schedule Settings Displays and configures the schedule settings. Item Description Daily Configures the daily schedule. Sunday Configures the Sunday schedule. Monday Configures the Monday schedule. Tuesday Configures the Tuesday schedule. Wednesday Configures the Wednesday schedule. Thursday Configures the Thursday schedule. Friday Configures the Friday schedule.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) The schedule settings are shown below. Item Description Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable the schedule. Date (Month/Day) Configures the month and date. This item appears only when Specific date (No. 1-5) is selected. Click the [Apply] button to save the settings. The current event settings are displayed on the schedule list.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.8 Date/Time Settings Displays and configures the date and time settings. Item Description Current Date Configures the current date in year/month/day format. Current Time Configures the current time in hour:minute:second format. Daylight Savings Time Click the [ON] check box to enable daylight savings time and set the following items.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) Item Description Time difference Configures the time difference. Set the same time difference as the one set on your PC. If unsure, consult your IT manager. SNTP Click the [ON] check box to retrieve Date and Time information from the SNTP server and set the following items. Configures the SNTP server address in IP format.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.9 Security Settings Displays and configures passwords and other security settings. Item Administrator authority Description Configures the Administrator ID and password. Administrator ID Configures the Administrator ID. The length of the text can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Administrator Password Configures the Administrator password.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) Item Network Control Description Configures the Authentication password for the command control. Authentication Password Configures the Authentication password. The length of the text can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Re-enter Authentication Password Re-enter the above password for verification. SNMP Community name Configures the community name if SNMP is used.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.10 Projector Control The items shown in the table below can be performed using the Projector Control menu. Select an item using the up and down arrow keys on the PC. Most of the items have a submenu. Refer to the table below for details. NOTE • The setting value may not match the actual value if the user changes the value manually.
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3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) Item Setup Auto Keystone Execute Keystone V Keystone H Eco Mode Mirror Monitor Out Computer in 1 Monitor Out Computer in 2 Monitor Out - BNC Monitor Out - HDMI Monitor Out - DVI-D Monitor Out Component Monitor Out - S-Video Monitor Out - Video 1 Monitor Out - Video 2 Monitor Out - Standby Screen Language Menu Position V Menu Position H Blank Startup MyScreen Lock Message Template C.C.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) Item Option Source Skip Computer in1 Source Skip Computer in2 Source Skip - BNC Source Skip - HDMI Source Skip - DVI-D Source Skip Component Source Skip - S-Video Source Skip - Video 1 Source Skip - Video 2 Auto Search Description Selects the Source Skip - COMPUTER IN1 setting. Selects the Source Skip - COMPUTER IN2 setting. Selects the Source Skip - BNC setting.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.11 Projector Status Displays the current projector status. Item Description Error Status Displays the current error status Lamp Time Displays the usage time for the current lamp. Filter Time Displays the usage time for the current filter. Power Status Displays the current power status. Input Status Displays the current input signal source.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.1 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (continued) 3.1.12 Network Restart Restarts the projector’s network connection. Item Restart Description Restarts the projector’s network connection in order to activate new configuration settings. NOTE • Restarting requires you to re-log on in order to further control or configure the projector via a web browser. Wait 1 minute or more after clicking [Restart] button to log on again.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.2 E-mail Alerts The projector can automatically send an alert message to the specified e-mail addresses when the projector detects an error or a defined maintenance condition. NOTE • Up to five e-mail addresses can be specified. • The projector may be not able to send an e-mail if the projector suddenly loses power. Mail Settings (18) To use the projector’s e-mail alert function, please configure the following items through a web browser.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.2 E-mail Alerts (continued) 8) Click the [Alert Settings] on the main menu to configure the E-mail Alerts settings. 9) S elect and configure each alert item. Refer to the item 3.1.6 Alert Settings (19) for further information. 10) Click the [Apply] button to save the settings.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.3 Projector Management using SNMP The SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) can manage projector failure and warning information from the computer on the network. The SNMP management software must be used on the computer to use this function. NOTE • It is recommended that SNMP functions be carried out by a network administrator. • SNMP management software must be installed on the computer to monitor the projector via SNMP.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.4 Event Scheduling The scheduling function can be used to setup scheduled events including powering the projector on and off. This enables the projector to be “self-managing." NOTE • You can schedule the following control events: Power ON/OFF, Input Source and Transferred Image Display. • The power on / off event has the lowest priority among the all events that are defined to occur simultaneously.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.4 Event Scheduling (continued) Schedule Settings (21) Schedule settings can be configured from a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter “http://192.168.1.10/” into the address bar of the web browser. 2) Enter the Administrator ID and password and click [Logon]. 3) Click the [Schedule Settings] on the main menu and select the required schedule item.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.4 Event Scheduling (continued) Date/Time Settings (23) The Date/Time setting can be adjusted via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter “http://192.168.1.10/” into the address bar of the web browser. Enter the Administrator ID and Password and click [Logon]. 2) Click the [Date/Time Settings] on the main menu and configure each item. Refer to the item 3.1.8 Data/Time Settings for further information.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.5 MY IMAGE (Still Image Transfer) Display The projector can display still images that are transferred via the network. Transfer image data Display image data ( 1 - 4 ) Fig. 3.5 Still Image Transfer MY IMAGE transmission requires a proprietary application for your PC. You can download it from the InFocus website (www.infocus.com/support). Refer to the application manual for instructions.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.5 M Y IMAGE (Still Image Transfer) Display (continued) Configure the following items from a web browser when MY IMAGE is used. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter "http://192.168.1.10/" into the address bar of the web browser. 2) Enter the Administrator ID and password and click [Logon]. 3) Click [Port Settings] on the main menu. 4) Click the [Enable] check box to open the Image Transfer Port (Port: 9716).
3. Management with Web browser software 3.6 Command Control via the Network You can configure and control the projector via the network using RS-232C commands. Communication Port The following two ports are assigned for the command control. TCP #23 TCP #9715 NOTE • Command control is not available via the communication port (TCP #9716) (16) that is used for the MY IMAGE transmission function. Command Control Settings (16) Configure the following items from a web browser when command control is used.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.6 Command Control via the Network (continued) When the authentication setting is enabled, the following settings are required. (25) 7) Click the [Security Settings] on the main menu. 8) Click the [Network Control] and enter the desired authentication password. * See NOTE. 9) Click the [Apply] button to save the settings.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.6 Command Control via the Network (continued) Command Format Command formats differ among the different communication ports. ● TCP #23 You can use the RS-232C commands without any changes. The reply data format is the same as the RS-232C commands. However, the following reply will be sent back in the event of authentication failure when authentication is enabled.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.6 Command Control via the Network (continued) Reply Data format The connection ID (the data is same as the connection ID data on the sending data format) is attached to the RS-232C commands reply data.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.6 Command Control via the Network (continued) Automatic Connection Break The TCP connection will automatically disconnect after 30 seconds with no communication. Authentication The projector does not accept commands without authentication success when authentication is enabled. The projector uses a challenge response type authentication with an MD5 (Message Digest 5) algorithm.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.7 Controlling the external device via the projector (using the NETWORK BRIDGE function) This projector is equipped with the NETWORK BRIDGE function to perform mutual conversion of a network protocol and a serial interface. Using the NETWORK BRIDGE function, a computer that is connected with this projector by Ethernet communication can control an external device that is connected with this projector by RS-232C communication as a network terminal.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.7.2 Communication setup 1) Using the SERIAL OUT SETTING menu, select the proper baud rate and parity for the CONTROL OUT port, according to the specification of the RS232C port of the connected device.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.7.4 Communication method The communication method can be selected from the menus, only when the NETWORK BRIDGE is selected for the COMMUNICATION TYPE. (Operating Guide - OPTION menu - SERVICE – COMMUNICATION – TRANSMISSION METHOD) HALF-DUPLEX FULL-DUPLEX 3.7.4.1 HALF-DUPLEX This method lets the projector receive and transmit data, but only one direction at a time.
3. Management with Web browser software [1][2][3][4][5] LAN cable Computer [6][7][8] [1][2][3][4][5] Control cable [6][7][8] [9][0] External device t T (: bytes interval timeout) < t NOTE • Using the HALF-DUPLEX method, the projector can send out a maximum of 254 bytes at once. • If you do not need to monitor the response data from an external device and the RESPONSE LIMIT TIME is set to OFF, the projector can receive the data from the computer and send it out to an external device continuously.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.8 Batch-controlling multiple projectors (using the DAISY CHAIN function) This model and similar models (ask your dealer for details) are equipped with the DAISY CHAIN function. Using the DAISY CHAIN function you can simultaneously control multiple projectors connected to a shared RS-232C bus, from a computer.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.8.2 Communication setup 1) Set up the communication condition of the CONTROL IN port of the projector to be connected to the computer by RS-232C communication, according to the specifications of the computer’s RS-232C port. U sing the SERIAL IN SETTING menu, select the proper baud rate and parity.
3. Management with Web browser software 3.8.4 COMMUNICATION GROUP / COMMUNICATION ID When projectors are controlled in a DAISY CHAIN, set the COMMUNICATION GROUP and COMMUNICATION ID for each projector separately in order to control a projector individually or some of the projectors simultaneously. Use the COMMUNICATION GROUP menu and COMMUNICATION ID menu to set up them.
