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Using the SERIAL connector
The serial connector which is on the side connector panel of the projector
conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be
controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector.
Connection
NOTE:
BUse a proper communication
cable which is suitable for the
personal computer to connect the
serial connector and the personal
computer.
Pin layout and signal
names for SERIAL
connector
D-Sub9p (male)
Communication cable
SERIAL(female)
Computer
Basic format
The data sent from the computer to
the projector is transmitted in the
format shown below.
NOTE:
BThe projector can not receive the
command for 10 seconds after
the lamp is switched on. Wait 10
seconds before sending the
command.
BIf sending multiple commands,
check that a response has been
received from the projector for
one command before sending the
next command.
BWhen a command which does
not require parameters is sent,
the colon (:) is not required.
BIf an incorrect command is sent
from the personal computer, the
“ER401” command will be sent
from the projector to the personal
computer.
Communications settings