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5.1
Connecting a single projector
Control chain out
Control chain in
Enhanced video connector
1. Connect the projector to a video signal
source using the supplied cables. The
video signal must be connected to the
‘Enhanced Video Connector’ Port on
the projector.
2. Connect the Control PC (running
CompactDesigner or CompactControl)
to the projectors ‘Control chain in’
input. The supplied 6-lead cable
(Figure 4) plugs into the PC’s serial
port using an adapter (Figure 5).
3. Connect the projector to AC power and
switch on.
Figure 3. Connection panel
4. Start CompactDesigner or CompactControl (depending on your software configuration). If
the software has not yet been installed on the target machine, it will have to be installed first.
See chapter 4.3.
Figure 4. Communication cable
Figure 5: Serial port adapter
For detailed instructions on using the software, please refer to the on-line Help, section ‘Quick
Guide’.
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