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Data Projector
Operating Instructions
for Network
VPL-CX155/CX125
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents |
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Before Operation ................................ |
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Features ......................................... |
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About Version Compatibilities ..... |
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System Requirements ................... |
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Preparation .......................................... |
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Preparing the Computer ................ |
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Preparing the Projector ................. |
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Connection ........................................ |
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Connecting Examples ................. |
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Connecting/Disconnecting/ |
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Switching from the Projector .. |
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Connecting/Disconnecting/ |
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Switching from the Computer .14 |
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Names and Functions of the Main |
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Window ................................... |
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Using the [Option Setting] Dialog |
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Box .......................................... |
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Setting/Operating via Web ............... |
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Accessing from the Computer .... |
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Confirming the State of Projector |
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Settings (Information) ............. |
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Operating the Projector |
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(Control) .................................. |
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Setting the Connecting Mode ..... |
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Setting Up the Projector .............. |
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Others ............................................... |
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Troubleshooting .......................... |
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Messages on the Display ............ |
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Technical Terms .......................... |
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This unit is equipped with the network presentation and control function.
Any image of a computer, if it is connected to a LAN by wired or wireless connection, can be projected by connecting a network cable to the NETWORK connector (RJ45) of the projector.
Operations such as power on/off or input selection of the projector or confirmation of the situation of the projector such as lamp used time is possible far from the projector.
Easy installation
For using the network presentation function, install the application software, Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2, in the computer. The installation can be done easily in accordance with the instructions on the screen by using the supplied CD-ROM.
Speedy and high quality transportation/display
The image data is efficiently compressed so that a high-quality image can be transported speedily. An animation function can be used at a presentation by the transportation. (It is not suitable for a movie such as a DVD.)
Multiple connections
A maximum of 5 projectors can be connected to one computer without using a distributor and an image can be projected on the projectors at the same time.
Control by using Web browser
You can control the projector and confirm its setting.
Status check and system extension by network
Power on/off, input selection, confirmation, etc. of the projector can be done from the computer connected to LAN by wired or wireless connection. The network function also provides mail report function to notify
lamp replacement timing and error information to a previously-registered mail address. It also supports SNMP.
Note
When the image is sent from the computer to the projector, it becomes a number of picture element of XGA. When the resolution of the image sent from the computer is higher than XGA, the image projected on the projector will be degraded. To prevent this phenomenon, check [Set PC desktop to Projector resolution] of [Connection Setting] on [Option Setting] in the application software so that the PC desktop is automatically set to XGA mode or set the resolution on the computer to XGA.
The network presentation function supplied with VPL-CX155/CX125 series, etc. is compatible with Air Shot Version 2 supplied with VPL-CX86/CX76. To use the network presentation function and Air Shot Version 2 when the application software - Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 (version 1.xx) - is installed, install the Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 (Version 2.xx) supplied with VPL-CX155/CX125 series in the computer. The installed Air Shot Version 2 (Version 1.xx) is uninstalled automatically.
The application software is installed for the first time and to use both of the network presentation function and Air Shot Version 2, install the Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 (Version 2.xx) supplied with VPLCX155/CX125 series in the computer.
To use Simple Mode or USB wireless LAN module by VPL-CX86/CX76, install another driver or set the Simple Mode setting. Use the USB WL LAN Driver folder in the CD-ROM or USB wireless LAN module (MEMORY) supplied with VPL-CX86/CX76. Refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with VPL-CX86/ CX76 to set Simple Mode.
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Notes
•As the USB wireless LAN module supplied with VPL-CX86/CX76 is not compatible with Windows Vista, the simple mode cannot be used with Windows Vista.
•Use the latest version of Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2. When the version is up, take care that the version older than the installed one is not installed.
•The [Projector Setting] tab is displayed to [Option] for the wired LAN function. However, it is not available for VPLCX86/CX76.
•The [Simple Mode Setting] tab for the Simple Mode function is displayed in [Option]. However, it is not available for VPL-CX155/CX125 series, etc.
Air Shot supplied with VPL-CX85/CX75 is not compatible with Air Shot Version 2 supplied with VPL-CX86/CX76 or the network presentation function supplied with VPL-CX155/CX125 series. To use both versions of the software, do either of the following:
•Use the original program without updating When using VPL-CX85/CX75, start Projector Station for Air Shot. When using VPL-CX155/CX125/FE40/FE40L/FX40/ FX40L/CX86/CX76, start Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2. When using in Simple Mode, use USB wireless LAN module, each supplied with VPL-CX85/ CX75 or with VPL-CX86/CX76.
•Update the Air Shot version of the VPLCX85/CX75
Use the “Memory Stick” to update the version of the Air Shot to Air Shot Version 2 Light. For the update program and instructions, refer to the folder “Air Shot Version 2 Light” in the CD-ROM supplied with VPL-CX155/CX125 series.
Recommended system requirements for the installed Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 are as follows.
Available computer
CPU: Intel Pentium III 600MHz or higher, and CPU recommended by OS
Memory: 64MB or more, recommended 128MB or more, and Memory recommended by OS
Hard disc: free capacity 10 MB or more
Other hardware requirements: CD-ROM drive
Available OS
•Microsoft Windows 98SE
•Microsoft Windows Me
•Microsoft Windows 2000
•Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
•Microsoft Windows XP Professional
•Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic
•Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
•Microsoft Windows Vista Business
•Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate
Available resolution
Color number: 16 bit, 24 bit, 32 bit
Usable browser
Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
Available network
RJ45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
Note
Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 will not work on some computers and OS even though they satisfy the above requirements.
4 Before Operation
For using the network presentation function, install the application software Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 (Version 2.00 or higher) in the computer, or copy the folder to the hard disk or external memory* (“Memory Stick”, USB memory, etc.).
*In the case that the folder is copied to the external memory, it is not necessary to install Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 into the computer.
Use the supplied CD-ROM for installation or copy from the folder.
Note
If you use Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional or Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/ Business/Ultimate on your computer, log on using the administrator privileges.
Installing Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2
1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.
The application installation window appears.
Note
If the above window does not appear, click [My Computer]-[CD-ROM]- [Dp_Inst].
2 Select [Projector Station for Air Shot v2] and then click [Install].
3 Install the software according to the “wizard” within the installer.
When you use Windows XP Service Pack 2 and the following dialog box appears during installation, check the [Register automatically] radio button and click [Next].
The [Autoconfiguration done] appears after the installation is completed.
4 To go on projecting the pictures, check the [Start Air Shot v2 and connect to Projector] check box and click [OK].
With the check, the Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 starts up automatically.
When you are not going to project the pictures, click [OK].
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Starting from the hard disk or external memory without installing Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 into the computer
1 Install the external memory (“Memory Stick”, USB memory, etc.) into the computer.
It is not necessary to copy it to the hard disk.
2 Put the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. When the application software installation window appears, press the Exit button to exit it.
3 Open [My computer], then put the cursor on [CD-ROM drive] and rightclick.
When the item list appears, select [Open (O)].
4 Copy the folder of [PjStation for Air Shot v2] to the hard disk or external memory.
5 Execute [AutoConfig.exe].
When you use Windows XP SP2
If the following window appears in the middle of the operation, check the [Register automatically] radio button and click [Next].
[Autoconfiguration done] appears after the installation is completed.
To continue projecting the pictures, check the [Start Air Shot v2 and connect to Projector] check box and click [OK].
Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 starts up automatically.
When you are not going to project the pictures, click [OK].
After executing [AutoConfig.exe], start up the application with [PjstnASv2.exe]. When you change the computer, execute [AutoConfig.exe].
6 Preparation
Setting the projector
1 Connect the network cable to the NETWORK connector of the projector.
2 Turn on the projector.
3 Press the INPUT C or AIR SHOT key on the remote commander.
The home display of the network presentation appears.
Serial number |
Mode |
IP address
Model name
Nick name (only Operations when specified) guide
Icon
Icons representing network status: being not connected
being connected
4 Press the ENTER key.
The setting menu display appears.
Network |
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ManualSimple Mode1 |
Internet Protocol(IP) |
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Manual Mode2 |
IP Address Setting: |
Manual |
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IP Address: |
192.168.11.21 |
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Manual Mode3 |
Subnet Mask: |
255.255.255.0 |
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Manual Mode4 |
Default Gateway: |
192.168.11.253 |
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Manual Mode5 |
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System Setup |
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Exit |
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5 Select [Setup] to set network setting items.
Note
To use the network function, set [Standby Mode] in the Function menu of the projector to [Standard].
Projector Setting Items
When the ENTER key is pressed in the home display of the network presentation, the initial display of the setting menu appears. In the initial display, you can switch the mode to be used and change each mode settings.
Network |
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ManualSimple Mode1 |
Internet Protocol(IP) |
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Manual Mode2 |
IP Address Setting: |
Manual |
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IP Address: |
192.168.11.21 |
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Manual Mode3 |
Subnet Mask: |
255.255.255.0 |
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Manual Mode4 |
Default Gateway: |
192.168.11.253 |
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Manual Mode5 |
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System Setup |
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Exit |
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Using the software keyboard
When inputting characters or numbers, the software keyboard is displayed.
1 Select a character with the v/V/B/b buttons and then press the ENTER key.
The selected character is displayed at the cursor position in the display column.
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2 Repeat step 1 to input characters.
3 After you input the rest of the characters, select [OK] with v/V/B/ b button and press the ENTER key.
Input characters are entered and the software keyboard is closed.
To delete the character locating one space before the cursor
Select [Delete] with v/V/B/b button and press the ENTER key.
To redo the input from the beginning
Select [All Clear] with v/V/B/ b button and press the ENTER key.
All the input characters are deleted.
To enter a space
Select [Space] with v/V/B/b button and press the ENTER key.
8 Preparation
Setting each mode
In the initial display of the setting menu, the left edge of the mode currently used is displayed in light blue. You can switch the mode to be used and change the mode name and settings.
x Displaying the setting items menu (action menu)
You can select the item with V or v key and the selected item is highlighted. The status appears in the right pane of the window.
Press the ENTER key to display the setting item menu (action menu).
Network |
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ManualSimple Mode1 |
Internet Protocol(IP) |
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Manual Mode2 |
IP Address Setting: |
Manual |
Close |
192.168.11.21 |
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IP Address: |
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Manual Mode3 |
Select |
255.255.255.0 |
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Subnet Mask: |
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Manual Mode4 |
Status |
192.168.11.253 |
Default Gateway: |
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Manual Mode5 |
Setup |
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Rename |
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System Setup |
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Exit |
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Items |
Functions |
Close |
Closes the action menu. |
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Select |
Sets the selected mode effective. |
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Status (only for the mode |
Displays the status of the mode currently used. |
being used) |
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Setup |
Displays the [Network Setting] window to change the mode |
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settings. |
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Rename |
Renames the mode. You can input the maximum of 16 characters/ |
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numbers/symbols. |
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Preparation 9