Table of Contents Safety Instructions......4 Using the Projector Selection Menu ..........60 Federal Communication Commission Notice ............4 Projector Selection Menu ....60 Open Source Software ....7 Using Layout Functions .....65 Completing Software Projection Networked Multi-Projection Settings ........71 Overview........9 Reducing Windows to a Compact Introduction to Networked Multi- Size ..........73...
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Use of this manual This manual does not provide the detailed description of basic operation and functions for computer, web browser, projector and network. For instructions about each piece of equipment or software, please refer to the respective manual. Trademarks •...
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, New York 11747, U.S.A. Tel No. (631) 330-5000...
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Safety Instructions CAUTION IN USING THE PROJECTOR VIA NETWORKS • When you find a problem with the projector, remove the power cable immediately and inspect the unit. Using the projector with failure may cause fire or other accidents. • If you remotely use the projector via networks, carry out a safety check regularly and take particular care to its environment.
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Safety Instructions Safety information Always mount and operate the product in accordance with the safety instructions specified by the projector and peripheral equipment makers. • Do not attempt to disassemble or service the product yourself. Doing so may result in a fire, an electric shock, or product damage. •...
The NMPJ software incorporates third-party software modules. For details, download the compressed archive file containing the User’s manual from the Canon website. Extract the contents of the compressed archive file and refer to the “ThirdPartySoftware.pdf” (third-party software license) file in the [thirdparty_software] >...
Introduction to Networked Multi-Projection Networked Multi-Projection (NMPJ) is a projector function enabling projection of computer screens over a local network. ■ Projection Over a Network Using this software, you can link multiple computers and multiple projectors, for a variety of projection scenarios. Links computers and projectors via a network connection.
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Introduction to Networked Multi-Projection Among multiple computers in a network, projection of one computer screen from multiple projectors. • Classroom Mode, Meeting Mode For multi-monitor computers, you can project either the primary or secondary monitor. ■ Selecting the Projection Monitor Select the primary or secondary monitor for projection •...
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Introduction to Networked Multi-Projection ■ Making Connections to the Projector There are two ways to make connections to the projector via a network: “infrastructure connection” and “wireless direct connection.” Infrastructure Connection • Infrastructure connection is a method of establishing connections with a projector that has been configured for the wired or wireless LAN infrastructure mode in the network function settings.
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Introduction to Networked Multi-Projection Wireless Direct Connection • Wireless direct connection is a method of establishing connections between a computer with wireless LAN support and a projector that has been configured for the Pj AP (projector access point) mode. This connection method makes it possible to project screen images by means of direct communication between the computer and projector, even if the projector is not connected to the network.
Installation To use the NMPJ function, you must install the NMPJ software (hereafter, “the software”) on the computers to be used. Instructions in this manual are for installation in a Windows 7 environment. System Requirements Software system requirements are as follows. Core 2 Duo P8600, 2.4 GHz or higher (32- or 64-bit) Memory 1 GB or more...
Installation Installation The software is stored in the projector’s internal memory. To install it on a computer, use a web browser on the computer to access the projector and download the software. For instructions on connecting the projector to a network, refer to the projector user’s manual.
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Installation If a [User Account Control] message is displayed, click [Yes]. Next, follow the instructions displayed to complete the installation process. • Confirmation or warning messages may be displayed during installation or uninstallation. These messages request administrator credentials from the current user. If you are logged in as a user with administrator credentials, click [Yes] (or [Continue]) to continue.
■ Windows 7 or Earlier These instructions are for uninstallation in Windows 7 or earlier versions of Windows. Select [Start] > [All Programs] > [Canon NMPJ] > [Uninstall network multiple projection]. If a [User Account Control] message is displayed, click [Yes].
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You may need to restart the computer to complete the uninstallation process. If restarting is requested, always restart the computer. Delete the following folder manually. Windows Vista C:\Users\<User Name>\AppData\Local\Canon\NMPJ Windows 7 C:\Users\<User Name>\AppData\Local\Canon\NMPJ These files are hidden. To view hidden files, follow these steps.
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In the menu displayed at the bottom of the [Apps] screen, click [Uninstall]. Otherwise, click [Uninstall] in the app bar and then [Uninstall] again on the screen displayed next. Windows 8/8.1 Windows 8.1 Update In the [Programs and Features] screen that is displayed, select [Canon NMPJ].
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You may need to restart the computer to complete the uninstallation process. If restarting is requested, always restart the computer. Delete the following folder manually. Windows 8 C:\Users\<User Name>\AppData\Local\Canon\NMPJ Windows 8.1 C:\Users\<User Name>\AppData\Local\Canon\NMPJ These files are hidden. To view hidden files, follow these steps.
Direct mode. Select Network Multiple Projection from the Start menu. (Windows 8 or Later) Select [Start] > [Apps] > [Canon NMPJ] > [Network Multiple Projection]. (Windows 7 or Earlier) Select [Start] > [All Programs] > [Canon NMPJ] > [Network Multiple Projection].
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To change the settings after closing the alert, open the [Start] menu and select [Control Panel] > [System and Security] > [Windows Firewall] > [Allow an app through Windows Firewall]. Select [CANON Network Multiple Projection] in the list of allowed apps and features, and then select each check box.
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From Startup to Shutdown Select the connection method. In the connection method selection menu, click [OK] next to the desired connection method. It is not possible to select and use wireless direct connection with a projector that is not equipped with wireless LAN functionality. •...
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From Startup to Shutdown A selection menu is displayed. (Infrastructure Connection) The mode selection menu is displayed. Proceed to step 5. (Wireless Direct Connection) The projector SSID selection menu is displayed. Click the SSID of the projector you wish to connect. (P27) It is not possible to use wireless direct connection with a projector that is not equipped with wireless LAN functionality.
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From Startup to Shutdown (3) Classroom Mode When multiple computers are connected to multiple projectors. Gives a single computer (in the role of presenter) control over which computer screen and which projector is used for projection. (P42) (4) Broadcast Mode When a single computer is connected to multiple projectors.
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From Startup to Shutdown To return to the mode selection menu, click in the upper right. Click in the upper right to return directly to the connection method selection menu. After a confirmation message is displayed, click [Rtn Select m. sc.]. To return to the connection method selection menu, click in the upper right.
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From Startup to Shutdown ■ Projection Sessions A session consists of all the computers and projectors used in projection. In Meeting and Classroom modes, the first user must create a session for the computers and projectors involved. Other users join the session by selecting it from a list of sessions.
Using the Projector in Direct Mode In this mode, one computer is connected to one projector over the network. Procedure In the mode selection menu, select [Direct Mode]. The Direct Mode window is displayed. Click To connect to projectors in another subnet, enter the projector’s IP address in the [PJ IP address] field and click...
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Using the Projector in Direct Mode The projector selection menu is displayed. Click the projector to connect For details on the projector selection menu, refer to “Using the Projector Selection Menu” (P60). The Direct Mode window is displayed again. Click [Start projecting]. The computer screen is now projected.
Using the Projector in Direct Mode Direct Mode Window (1)(2)(3)(4)(5) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Compact display View the window at a compact size. (P73) (4) Minimize Minimize the window to the taskbar.
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Using the Projector in Direct Mode (7) IP address To connect to projectors in another subnet, enter the projector’s IP address here and click (8). (8) Find projectors Find the projector with the IP address entered in (7). Results of projector searching are shown in (9).
Using the Projector in Meeting Mode In meeting mode, multiple computers are connected to multiple projectors. This mode is intended for group meetings where multiple computers are used. Up to ten computers and six projectors can be connected. With a wireless direct connection, up to five computers and one projector can be connected.
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Using the Projector in Meeting Mode The projector selection menu is displayed. In the list of projectors at left, click the projector to connect to. You can select up to 6 projectors. Selected projectors are listed at right. • If the [NMPJ Password] setting has been configured on the projector’s settings screen, the password is now requested.
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Using the Projector in Meeting Mode A window for creating the session is displayed. Specify a session name, password, nickname, backward compatibility, and desktop (primary or secondary monitor for projection), and then click [OK]. • If you choose to set a session password, other users must enter that password to join the session.
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Using the Projector in Meeting Mode In the list at right, select a computer to use with your designated projector. Drag the computer to a desired position in the layout area. You can arrange up to four computers as desired in the layout area. Drag the computers for use in projection in the layout area to rearrange them, as needed.
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Using the Projector in Meeting Mode Images are now projected from the computers in the layout area. • To stop projection, click [Stop projecting]. • To rearrange the layout during projection, click [Start projecting] again. Note that if you simply rearrange the layout, the new layout will not be applied to projection. To end the session, click in the upper right.
Using the Projector in Meeting Mode Joining a Session In the mode selection menu, select [Meeting Mode]. The session selection menu is displayed. Click [Enter] next to the session to join. To join a session in another subnet, click and enter the projector’s IP address to locate the projector.
Using the Projector in Meeting Mode Meeting Mode Window (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (10) (11) (12) (15) (16) (13) (14) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Compact display View the window at a compact size.
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Using the Projector in Meeting Mode (7) Projector pull-down list Lists connected projectors. Your actions on this screen apply to the projector selected here. (8) Computers Lists connected computers. To prepare computers for projection, drag them to the layout area. Your own computer is listed first. , the computer’s display position is indicated by a white square.
Using the Projector in Classroom Mode In classroom mode, multiple computers are connected to multiple projectors. A single computer in the role of presenter can control which computer screen (whether one’s own or another participant’s) and which projector is used for projection.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode The projector selection menu is displayed. In the list of projectors at left, click the projector to connect to. You can select up to 6 projectors. Selected projectors are listed at right. • If the [NMPJ Password] setting has been configured on the projector’s settings screen, the password is now requested.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode A window for creating the session is displayed. Specify a session name, password, nickname, backward compatibility, and desktop (primary or secondary monitor for projection), and then click [OK]. • If you choose to set a session password, other users must enter that password to join the session.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode In the list at right, select a computer to use with your designated projector. Drag the computer to a desired position in the layout area. You can arrange up to four computers as desired in the layout area. Drag the computers for use in projection in the layout area to rearrange them, as needed.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode Click [Start projecting]. Images are now projected from the computers in the layout area. • To stop projection, click [Stop projecting]. • To rearrange the layout during projection, click [Start projecting] again. Note that if you simply rearrange the layout, the new layout will not be applied to projection.
Using the Projector in Classroom Mode Joining an Existing Session In the mode selection menu, select [Classroom Mode]. The session selection menu is displayed. Click [Enter] next to the session to join. To join a session in another subnet, click and enter the projector’s IP address to find the projector.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode The Classroom Mode window (for joining a session) is displayed. Users joining sessions cannot change the projection layout or start or stop projection. To end the session, click in the upper right. • To return to the mode selection menu, click in the upper right.
Using the Projector in Classroom Mode Classroom Mode Window (Starting a Session) (2) (3) (4) (5) (10) (11) (12) (15) (16) (13) (14) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Compact display View the window at a compact size.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode (7) Projector pull-down list Lists connected projectors. Your actions on this window apply to the projector selected here. (8) Computers Lists connected computers. To prepare computers for projection, drag them to the layout area. Your own computer is listed first. , the computer’s display position is indicated by a white square.
Using the Projector in Classroom Mode Classroom Mode Window (Joining a Session) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (10) (11) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Compact display View the window at a compact size. (P73) (4) Minimize Minimize the window to the taskbar.
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Using the Projector in Classroom Mode (7) Layout area Lists computers selected for projection. (8) Projection status Indicates the projection status. (9) Computer A number is shown here only when secondary monitor connectivity is activated on the computer you are using. Clicking the number will switch between the primary and secondary monitor.
Using the Projector in Broadcast Mode In Broadcast Mode, a single computer is connected to up to 12 projectors. With a wireless direct connection, up to five computers and one projector can be connected. Note that it is not possible to use wireless direct connection with a projector that is not equipped with wireless LAN functionality.
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Using the Projector in Broadcast Mode Click [Next]. The Broadcast Mode window is displayed. Click [Start projecting]. The computer screen is now projected. To stop projection, click [Stop projecting]. To end the session, click in the upper right. • To return to the mode selection menu, click in the upper right.
Using the Projector in Broadcast Mode Broadcast Mode Window (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (9) (10) (11) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Compact display View the window at a compact size. (P73) (4) Minimize Minimize the window to the taskbar.
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Using the Projector in Broadcast Mode (7) Projection status Shows the projected image status. (8) Switch primary/secondary monitor A number is shown here only when secondary monitor connectivity is activated on the computer you are using. Clicking the number will switch between the primary and secondary monitor.
Using the Session Selection Menu Session Selection Menu (1) (2) (3) (4) (1) Help View software help. (2) Back to mode selection Return to the mode selection menu. (3) Minimize Minimize the window to the taskbar. To view the window again, click the taskbar icon.
Using the Session Selection Menu (7) Session list Lists the sessions detected. Information shown here includes the session name, creation date, creator nickname, and number of computers and projectors involved. (8) [Enter] Join the session. (P39) It is only possible to join a session when connected using the same connection method (infrastructure or wireless direct connection) used to create the session.
Using the Projector Selection Menu Projector Selection Menu ■ Other than Direct mode ■ Direct mode selected (3) (4) (5) (2) (7) (1) Find projectors Find projectors in another subnet. (P61) (2) Sort Change the sort order of the projector list. (P63) (3) Help View software help.
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Using the Projector Selection Menu (7) Back to direct mode Return to the direct mode menu. (8) Projector list Projectors are listed here. Information shown here includes the projector name, notes, IP address, and wireless mark (if wireless LAN functionality is enabled on the projector).
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Using the Projector Selection Menu The search window is displayed. Enter the projector’s IP address, and then click Once the projector is found, click [OK]. The selected projector is now added to the projector list. ■ Selecting Password-Protected Projectors Selecting a password-protected projector will display a password input screen. Enter the correct password and click [OK].
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Using the Projector Selection Menu ■ Using the Favorites Function You can register commonly used projectors as favorites. Favorite projectors are listed first when you click the button (sort by favorites). Up to five projectors can be registered as favorites. To register a projector as a favorite, click the Favorites icon in the projector selection menu.
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Using the Projector Selection Menu ■ Turning Projectors On A message is displayed if you click a projector that is currently off in the projector selection menu. (These projectors cannot be selected for projection.) You can turn them on by clicking [Access Projector] to display the projector web screen and switching the power on.
Using Layout Functions ■ Switching Projectors Used for the Layout You can set up the projection layout in the Meeting Mode window or the Classroom Mode window (used by the presenter). To choose a different projector for the layout, select it from the projector pull-down list.
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Using Layout Functions In the pull-down list, select another projector to use. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set up the computers to use in projection from all projectors. ■ Switching between Primary and Secondary Monitors Using the software, you can switch between projection from the primary or secondary monitor.
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Using Layout Functions ■ Projecting Session Information You can project session information needed by other users to join a session, such as the connection method, session name, and projector IP address. To project session information, click . To cancel display, click again.
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Using Layout Functions Classroom Mode window (starting a session) Broadcast Mode window...
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Using Layout Functions ■ Blanking Projection from Your Computer In Meeting and Classroom Modes, you can blank projection your computer alone. To blank projection from your computer, click in the computer list. To cancel blanking and return to normal projection, click again.
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Using Layout Functions ■ Checking for Computers That Join or Leave Sessions In Meeting and Classroom Modes, computer users can join or leave sessions as needed. Computers joining a session are added to the computers listed on the window. Similarly, computers leaving a session are removed from the list of computers.
Completing Software Projection Settings Software settings can be configured to specify the image quality of computer projection, user nicknames, and other details. Click next to the computer icon. The settings window is displayed. Complete each setting as needed, and then click [OK]. Available settings are as follows.
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Completing Software Projection Settings Sound Specify audio transfer. This item is not displayed for sessions that include projectors or computers running NMPJ V1.0. : Images displayed on the computer are transferred with accompanying sounds to the projector. This sound is produced by the projector showing the images at the same time as the images.
Reducing Windows to a Compact Size A compact version of windows in all modes is available, showing only the minimum buttons and information needed. Click The window is now reduced to a compact size. The title bar is no longer displayed when the cursor is away from the window, which makes the window even more compact.
Split-Screen Display with Non-Network Sources Split-screen display combining images transferred over a network with other input signals (HDMI, digital or analog computer, component signals, HDBaseT) is supported. Network input cannot be combined with USB input for split-screen display. When a session includes projectors or computers running NMPJ V1.0, nothing is projected on the screen for the network source, because no signal is received.
Tips for Better Networked Projection ■ Avoid Exceeding Connection Limits The maximum number of computers and projectors that can be connected varies by mode. When this limit would be exceeded, it is not possible to add computers or projectors to a session. Thus, if the total number of computer users requesting to join a session at the same time would exceed the limit, their requests may be denied.
Restrictions ■ Router Connections Although the software can also link computers and projectors over a network via a router, operation is only ensured over one router hop. ■ Wireless Direct Connection • It is necessary to use a projector equipped with wireless LAN functionality in order to use wireless direct connection.
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Restrictions ■ Software Display Software display may be distorted if you have adjusted the screen resolution in Windows. ■ Sound • A valid playback device (default device) is required when the software starts up. If no such device is found, no sound will be produced. •...