Network Connection; Connecting To The Network - Panasonic PT-RS20K Operating Instructions Manual

Network connection

The projector is equipped with the network function, and following is possible by connecting to a computer.
f Web control
Setting, adjustment, and displaying status of the projector are possible by accessing the projector from a
computer.
Refer to "Web control function" (x page 191) for details.
f Smart Projector Control
You can use the application software "Smart Projector Control" to set and adjust projectors connected to a LAN
using a smartphone or tablet.
Visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/) for details.
f Multi Monitoring & Control Software
"Multi Monitoring & Control Software", a software application to monitor and control multiple display devices
(projector or flat panel display) connected to intranet, can be used.
Plug-in software "Early Warning Software", which monitors the status of the display devices and their peripherals
within an intranet, and notifies of abnormality of such equipment and detects the signs of possible abnormality,
can also be used.
For details, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/).
f PJLink
Operation or status query of the projector can be performed from a computer using the PJLink protocol.
Refer to "PJLink protocol" (x page 219) for details.
f Art-Net
Setting of the projector can be operated by the DMX controller or application software using the Art-Net protocol.
Refer to "Using Art-Net function" (x page 221) for details.
f Command control
Operation or status query of the projector can be performed from a computer using the control command.
Refer to "Control commands via LAN" (x page 226) for details.

Connecting to the network

This projector can receive the Ethernet signal from the twisted-pair-cable transmitter together with the video and
serial control signal via the LAN cable.
Example of a normal network connection
Attention
f When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector, the network connection must be made indoors.
Note
f A LAN cable is required to use the network function.
f Use a straight or crossover LAN cable that is compatible with CAT5 or higher. Either the straight or the crossover cable, or both cables
can be used depending on the system configuration. Consult your network administrator. The projector will determine the type of the cable
(straight or crossover) automatically.
f Use a LAN cable of 100 m (328'1") or shorter.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection
Computer
LAN cable (straight)
Hub
Projector
LAN cable (straight)