Batch-Controlling Multiple Projectors (Using The Daisy Chain Function) - InFocus IN5542 User Manual

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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.
Computer
LAN port
3.8.1 Connecting devices
1) Connect one of the projectors to be controlled to the computer.
Connect the projector's LAN port and the computer's LAN port with a LAN
cable, for Ethernet communication.
Connect the projector's CONTROL IN port and the computer's RS-232C port
with an RS-232C cable, for RS-232C communication.
2) Connect the CONTROL OUT port of the projector connected to the computer
and the CONTROL IN port of the 2nd projector, with an RS-232C cable.
Then connect the CONTROL OUT port of the 2nd projector and CONTROL
IN port of the 3rd projector.
Connect all projectors in turn, in the same way.
NOTE
• Turn off (the power switch of) both the projector and other devices
and unplug, before connecting them.
• Do not apply the DAISY CHAIN function to the system that uses a RS-232C
bus distributor.
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RS-232C cable (cross)
[Power ON]
CONTROL IN port
LAN cable
[Power ON]
RS-232C cable (cross)
CONTROL OUT port
RS-232C cable (cross)