Using The Computer Cable (Vga) To Operate The Projector (Virtual Remote Tool) - NEC NP-VE281 User Manual

Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Projector
(Virtual Remote Tool)
Using the utility software "Virtual Remote Tool" included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, Virtual Remote
screen (or toolbar) can be displayed on your computer screen.
This will help you perform operations such as projector's power on or off and signal selection via the computer cable
(VGA), serial cable, or USB connection.
Virtual Remote screen
This section provides an outline of preparation for use of Virtual Remote Tool.
For information on how to use Virtual Remote Tool, see Help of Virtual Remote Tool. (→ page 38)
Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer. (→ page 34)
Step 2: Connect the projector to the computer. (→ page 36)
Step 3: Start Virtual Remote Tool. (→ page 37)
NOTE:
• When [COMPUTER ] is selected from your source selection, the Virtual Remote screen or the toolbar will be displayed as well as
your computer screen.
• Use the supplied computer cable (VGA) to connect the COMPUTER IN connector directly with the monitor output connector of
the computer to use Virtual Remote Tool.
Using a switcher or other cables than the supplied computer cable (VGA) may cause failure in signal communication.
VGA cable connector:
Pin Nos. 12 and 15 are required for DDC/CI.
• Virtual Remote Tool may not work depending on your computer's specifications and version of graphic adapters or drivers.
• The LOGO transfer function is not available on this series of projectors.
TIP:
• The projector's COMPUTER IN connector supports DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interface). DDC/CI is a standard
interface for bidirectional communication between display/projector and computer.
• Virtual Remote Tool can be used with a USB connection.
Virtual Remote Tool will support the control via a USB cable in October 2012.
Updated Virtual Remote Tool can be downloaded from our website:
URL: http://www.nec-display.com/dl/en/pj_soft/lineup.html
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4. Convenient Features
Toolbar