SETUP GUIDE Screen Size and Projection Distance ... 2 Connecting Pin Assignments ... 3 RS-232C Specifications and Commands ... 4 Setting up the Projector Network Environment ... 6 1. Connecting the Projector to a Computer ... 7 2. Setting an IP Address for the Computer ... 8 3.
Screen Size and Projection Distance The projection screen size varies according to the distance from the lens of the projector to the screen. Install the projector so that projected images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size by referring to the table below.
RS-232C Specifications and Commands Computer control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially available) to the projector. (See page 27 of the projector’s operation manual for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.
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OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR EIP-3500 EIP-3500 OK or ERR OK or ERR OK or ERR EIP-3500...
Setting up the Projector Network Environment This section describes the basic procedure for using the projector via the network. If the network is already constructed, the projector’s network settings may need to be changed. Please consult your network administrator for assistance with these settings. Connecting the projector to a computer Connect a LAN cable (Category 5, cross-over type) between the computer and projector.
1. Connecting the Pro- jector to a Computer Establishing a one-to-one connection from the projector to a computer. Using a LAN cable (Category 5, cross-over type) you can config- ure the projector via the computer. Disconnect the computer’s LAN cable from the existing network. Connect a LAN cable (a UTP cable, Category 5, cross-over type) to the projector’s LAN ter-...
Setting up the Projector Network Environment 2. Setting an IP Address for the Computer The following describes how to make settings ® in Windows XP (Professional or Home Edition). Log on the network using the administrator’s account for the computer. Click “Start”, and click “Control Panel”.
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Click “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”, and click the “Properties” button. Confirm or change an IP address for the setup computer. 1 Confirm and note the current IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway. Make sure to note the current IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway as you will be required to re- set them later.
Setting up the Projector Network Environment 3. Setting up a Network Connection for the Projector Settings for such items as the projector’s IP address and subnet mask are compatible with the existing network. Start Internet Explorer (version 5.0 or later) on the computer, and enter “http://192.168.150.2/”...
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The TCP/IP setting screen ap- pears, ready for network settings for the projector. Items Setting example / Remarks IP Address Factory default setting: 192.168.150.2 Enter an IP address appropriate for the network. Subnet Factory default setting: 255.255.255.0 Mask Set the subnet mask to the same as that of the computer and equipment on the network.
Controlling the Projector via LAN After connecting the projector to your network, enter the projector IP address in “Address” on Internet Explorer (version 5.0 or later) using a computer on the network to start a setup screen that will enable control of the projector via the network. Controlling the Projector Using Internet Explorer (Version 5.0 or later)
Confirming the Projector Status (Status) On this screen, you can confirm the projector status. You can confirm the following items : MAC Address • • • • • • • • • • Power Condition • • • • • •...
Controlling the Projector via LAN Setting and Adjusting the Projector (Settings & Adjustments) Example: “Picture” screen display for INPUT 1 On these screens, you can make projector settings or adjustments. You can set or adjust the following items : Picture Mode •...
Setting example / Remarks SMTP Setting an SMTP server Server address for e-mail transmis- sion. e.g.1 : 192.168.150.253 e.g.2 : smtp123.eiki.co.jp * When using a domain name, make settings for the DNS server. Originator Setting the projector’s e-mail E-mail address. The e-mail address set...
Controlling the Projector via LAN Setting Error Items and Destination Addresses to which E-mail is to be Sent when an Error Occurs (Mail – Recipient Settings) On this screen, you can input e-mail destina- tions to which error notification (error items) e-mails are sent.
Setting the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet Connect the projector to a computer using RS-232C or Telnet, and open the SETUP MENU on the computer to carry out various settings for the projector. When Connecting Using RS-232C Launch general purpose terminal emulator.
Setting the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet When Connecting Using Telnet Click “Start” from the Windows top and select “Run”. Enter “telnet 192.168.150.2” in the text box that opens up. (If the IP address of the projector is 192.168.150.2.) Click the “OK” button. “User Name:”...
Save Settings and Quit ([S]Save & Quit) Save set values and quit menu. ▼SETUP MENU ---------------------------------SETUP MENU-------------------------------- [1]IP Address [2]Subnet Mask [4]User Name [5]Password [6]RS-232C Baud Rate [7]Projector Name [A]Advanced Setup [V]View All Setting [S]Save & Quit setup>s All Connection will be disconnect. Continue(y/n)? y Apply New setting...Done.
Controlling the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet The setting procedure for each item will be explained. For the basic procedure, please refer to “Set Items” on page 20. IP Address Setting ([1]IP Address) Setting of IP address. setup>1 IP Address :192.168.150.2 Please Enter :192.168.150.3...
(When “a-z” are input, they are converted to “A-Z” automatically.) • It is the same as the name which can be con- firmed or set, using RS-232C commands “PJN0”, “PJN1”, “PJN2” and “PJN3”. : EIP-3500 : MY EIP-3500 —> MY EIP-3500...
Controlling the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet Disconnecting All Connec- tions ([D]Disconnect All) It is possible to disconnect all the TCP/IP connec- tions currently recognized by the projector. Even if the COM Redirect port is fixed in the Busy status due to a problem, it is possible to force the Ready status back by carrying out this disconnection.
Carrying out Network Ping Test (ADVANCED[5]Network Ping Test) It is possible to confirm that a network connection between the projector and a computer etc. is work- ing normally. advanced>5 Ping dest IP addr :192.168.150.1 Please Enter :192.168.150.152 (change) —> 192.168.150.152 32 bytes from 192.168.150.152: icmp_seq = 1, time = 0 ms 32 bytes from 192.168.150.152: icmp_seq = 2, time = 0 ms 32 bytes from 192.168.150.152: icmp_seq = 3, time = 0 ms...
Controlling the Projector Using RS-232C or Telnet Setting of Search Port (ADVANCED[0]Search Port) Sets the port number used when searching for the projector from the network. advanced>0 Please Enter Port Number for Search from Computer. Valid range : 1025 to 65535 Search Port : 5006 Please Enter...
Troubleshooting Communication cannot be established with the projector When connecting the projector using serial-connection \ Check that the RS-232C terminal of the projector and a computer or the commercially available controller are connected correctly. \ Check that the RS-232C cable is a cross-over cable. \ Check that the RS-232C port setting for the projector corresponds to the setting for the computer or the commercially available controller.
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Troubleshooting \ Take the following steps for checking the network settings for the computer. 1. Open a command prompt (MS-DOS Prompt). • In the case of Windows order. • In the case of Windows Prompt” in order. • In the case of Windows Prompt”...
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\ Check if the “TCP/IP” protocol is operating correctly using the “PING” command. Also, check if an IP address is set. 1. Open a command prompt (MS-DOS Prompt). • In the case of Windows order. • In the case of Windows Prompt”...