4. Convenient Features

8Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Pro- jector (Virtual Remote Tool)

Using the utility software “Virtual Remote Tool” included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, Virtual Remote screen (or toolbar) can be displayed on your computer screen.

This will help you perform operations such as projector’s power on or off and signal selection via the computer cable (VGA), serial cable, or LAN connection.

Virtual Remote screen

Toolbar

This section provides an outline of preparation for use of Virtual Remote Tool.

For information on how to use Virtual Remote Tool, see Help of Virtual Remote Tool. (→ page 44)

Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer. (→ page 40)

Step 2: Connect the projector to the computer. (→ page 42)

Step 3: Start Virtual Remote Tool. (→ page 43)

TIP:

•Virtual Remote Tool can be used with a LAN and a serial connection.

•For update information on Virtual Remote Tool, visit our website: http://www.nec-display.com/dl/en/index.html

NOTE:

•When [COMPUTER 1] ([COMPUTER] on V230X/V260/V230) is selected from your source selection, the Virtual Remote screen or the toolbar will be displayed as well as your computer screen.

•Use the supplied computer cable (VGA) to connect the COMPUTER 1 IN connector (COMPUTER IN connector on V230X/V260/ V230) directly with the monitor output connector of the computer to use Virtual Remote Tool.

Using a switcher or other cables than the supplied computer cable (VGA) may cause failure in signal communication. VGA cable connector:

Pin Nos. 12 and 15 are required for DDC/CI.

•Virtual Remote Tool may not work depending on your computer’s specifications and version of graphic adapters or drivers.

•The LOGO transfer function is not available on this series of projectors.

TIP:

•The projector’s COMPUTER 1 IN/COMPUTER IN connector supports DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interface). DDC/ CI is a standard interface for bidirectional communication between display/projector and computer.

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