Panasonic PT-FRQ50 - Network connection

Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection
148 - ENGLISH
Network connection
The projector is equipped with the network function, and following is possible by connecting to a computer.
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Web control
Setting, adjustment, and displaying status of the projector are possible by accessing the projector from a
computer.
Refer to “Using the web control function” (
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page 153) for details.
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Multi Monitoring & Control Software
“Multi Monitoring & Control Software”, a software application to monitor and control multiple display devices
(projector or at 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 noties 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/).
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PJLink
Operation or status query of the projector can be performed from a computer using the PJLink protocol.
Refer to “Using the PJLink function” (
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page 198) for details.
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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” (
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page 199) for details.
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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” (
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page 202) for details.
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Setting the password of the administrator account (
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page 139) is required for using the network function of the projector.
If the password of the administrator account has not been set, that is, if it is left blank, the network function of this projector cannot be used.
Set a password before using the web control function or the communication control (including operation with application software) via LAN.
Connecting via wired LAN
This projector can receive the Ethernet signal from the twisted-pair-cable transmitter via the LAN cable.
Example of general network connection
Computer
Projector
Switching hub
LAN cable (straight)
LAN cable (straight)
Attention
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When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector, the network connection must be made indoors.
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A LAN cable is required to use the network function.
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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 conguration. Consult your network administrator. The projector will determine the type of the cable (straight
or crossover) automatically.
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Use a LAN cable of 100 m (328'1") or shorter.