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Wireless-G Presentation Player

Chapter 7: The Control Utility

Using the Control Utility

The control utility may be used from any wired or wireless notebook or desktop PC with a connection to the Wireless Presentation Player. It is a good idea to place the Wireless Presentation Player on or near the monitor or projection area. The Infrared sensor is located on the front panel of the unit and the remote control must be in line-of-sight of the sensor in order to function properly.

Make sure that the Presentation Player is connected to the projector or monitor and that both devices are powered on. Click on the WPG54G Presentation Player icon on your desktop. (See Figure 7-1.)

1.The welcome screen will appear first. (See Figure 7-2.) Click Next to continue.

2.On the next screen, select the Presentation Player from the drop-down list. The Players are listed with the last four digits of their MAC Address. You may change the name of the Player on the Setup tab in the Web-based Utility in Chapter 6: Configuring the Presentation Player Using the Web-based Utility. Click Next to continue.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that your PC is connected to the Ethernet port of the Wireless-G Presentation Player if you are using a wired connection. Also, make sure that your PC is set to the same IP range as the Player.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that your wireless PC has the same SSID as the Wireless Presentation Player (default SSID is WPG54G-linksys, If you are using a wireless connection. Also, make sure that your PC is set to the same IP range as the Player.

Chapter 7: The Control Utility

Figure 7-1: Icon

Figure 7-2: Welcome

Figure 7-3: Presentation Player

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityList of Figures Monitor/Projector ConnectionLinksys Presentation Converter Icon Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Presentation Player Network Topology Planning your Wireless NetworkRoaming Network Layout Overview Getting to Know the Presentation PlayerBack Panel Front Panel Infrared SensorRemote Control Remote ControlConnecting the Presentation Player Hardware InstallationPower Connection LAN Connection Placement Options Installing the Stand for Vertical PlacementSetting up the Presentation Player InstallationDestination Location Congratulations How to Access the Web-based Utility Setup TabNetwork Settings WEP Settings Administration Tab Player PasswordStatus Tab Status TabHelp Tab Help TabUsing the Control Utility Control UtilityPresentation Options Browse for your File Using the Remote Display Presentation Utility Remote DisplayPresentation List Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files Conversion Linksys Presentation Converter IconConvert your File Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G Presentation Player Frequently Asked Questions What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is a BSS ID? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Presentation Player Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix D Windows Help TCP/IPAppendix E Glossary Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Presentation Player Appendix I Contact Information
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