NEC NP410 User Manual
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4. Convenient Features
9 Using the VGA Signal Cable to Operate the Projector
(Virtual Remote)
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 VGA signal
cable.
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. (
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Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer. (
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Step 2: Connect the projector to the computer. (
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Step 3: Start Virtual Remote Tool. (
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NOTE:
• When [COMPUTER 1] 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 VGA signal cable to connect the COMPUTER 1 IN connector directly with the monitor output connector of the
computer to use Virtual Remote Tool.
Using a switcher or other cables than the supplied VGA signal cable 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.
TIP:
• The projector’s COMPUTER 1 IN connector supports DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interface). DDC/CI is a standard
interface for bidirectional communication between display/projector and computer.
• For update information on Virtual Remote Tool, visit our website:
Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer
Supported OS
Virtual Remote Tool will run on the following operating systems.
Windows Vista Home Basic *
1
, Windows Vista Home Premium *
1
, Windows Vista Business *
1
,
Windows Vista Enterprise *
1
, Windows Vista Ultimate *
1
Windows XP Home Edition *
2
, Windows XP Professional *
2
, Windows 2000 Professional *
2
*1: Supports 32-bit version.
*2: To run Virtual Remote Tool, “Microsoft .NET Framework Version 2.0 or later” is required. The Microsoft .NET
Framework Version 2.0 or later is available from Microsoft’s web page. Install the Microsoft .NET Framework
Version 2.0 or later on your computer. Windows 2000 Professional supports Microsoft .NET Framework Ver-
sion 2.0 only.