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{{MachineInfoBox
|machine name=''InFocus LP290''
|image=Projector.jpg
|synonyms=DE: Beamer
|type=display
|material=
|location=[[Common Room|common room]]
|access=upon reading
|status=working, no remote,<br>[[HDMI_Adapter#Problem_with_Windows|will crash when getting HDMI audio]]
|firmware=
|software=
|manual=
|tutors=
|used with=laptops etc. with '''VGA''' output (or HDMI with [[HDMI Adapter|an adapter]])
|similar=
}}
We mounted a projector to our [[Common Room|common room]] ceiling to use during [[seminars]] and similar demonstrations.
Simply hook up your laptop's VGA port to the cable hanging down from the chain and turn on the projector, it should find your input automatically. HDMI or other modern inputs are unfortunately not accepted (we do have an [[HDMI Adapter|VGA to HDMI adapter]], note the [[HDMI Adapter#Problem with Windows|potential problem with Windows devices]] though!).
Another thing that's a bit annoying at the moment: it needs to be turned on and off with a stick, we don't have the remote for it...
'''Potential upgrades:'''
* universal remote
* adapters for VGA (male) to other video ports (male)
* bigger & brighter model (once the current one breaks)
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We got a new projector: a panasonic PT-F300NTE
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|machine name=''Panasonic PT-F300NTE''
|machine name=''Panasonic PT-F300NTE''
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|location=[[Common Room|common room]]
|location=[[Common Room|common room]]
|access=upon reading
|access=upon reading
|status=in [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/72 setup]
|status=working
|firmware=
|firmware=
|software=PC: [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/download/application/wmme6_4_win_s/ Wireless Manager ME 6.4] <br/>Mobile: [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/support/portal/ Panasonic Wireless Projector]
|software=PC: [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/download/application/wmme6_4_win_s/ Wireless Manager ME 6.4] <br/>Mobile: [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/support/portal/ Panasonic Wireless Projector]
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We mounted a projector (using [https://makezine.com/projects/build-six-axis-positioning-platform-stuff-can-buy-hardware-store/ this system]) to our [[Common Room|common room]] ceiling to use during [[seminars]] and similar demonstrations.
==Regular usage==
Simply hook up your laptop's VGA port to the cable hanging down from the chain and turn on the projector, it should find your input automatically. HDMI or other modern inputs are unfortunately not accepted (we do have an [[HDMI Adapter|VGA to HDMI adapter]]. If you are having trouble with the adapter, check the [[HDMI Adapter#Problem with Windows|potential problem with Windows devices]].


==Network Access==
==Network Access==
'''Please note that right now, the projector is not connected to the network. We need a 10m network cable first.'''
===Control===
===Control===
The Panasonic PT-F300NTE can be controlled via the network. It provides a web interface at [http://192.168.1.7 http://192.168.1.7] which can be used to select the input, adjust settings, etc. As a user name, use either "user1" or "admin1". The password is "panasonic". These are the default settings made by panasonic.
The Panasonic PT-F300NTE can be controlled via the network. It provides a web interface at [http://192.168.1.7 http://192.168.1.7] which can be used to select the input, adjust settings, etc. As a user name, use either "user1" or "admin1". The password is "panasonic". These are the default settings made by panasonic.
===Stream from your Computer===
===Stream from your Computer===
In addition, the screen of your computer can be streamed to the projector via the network. In order to do this, you have to download the software from [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/download/application/wmme6_4_win_s/ panasonic]. In the software, make sure you select the printer with the IP 192.168.1.7 (you might have to enter the IP manually). <br />
In addition, the screen of your computer can be streamed to the projector via the network. In order to do this, you have to download the software from [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/download/application/wmme6_4_win_s/ panasonic]. In the software, make sure you select the projector with the IP 192.168.1.7 (you might have to enter the IP manually). <br />
 
===Stream from a Mobile Device===
===Stream from a Mobile Device===
If you want to use your mobile device, panasonic provides apps for both Android and iOS. Please select your operating system on [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/support/portal/ this page]. In a first test it kind of worked, but has not been very fast or stable (not even talking about user-friendliness). However, it might be enough if you just want to put an image to the wall.  
If you want to use your mobile device, panasonic provides apps for both Android and iOS. Please select your operating system on [https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/support/portal/ this page]. In a first test it kind of worked, but has not been very fast or stable (not even talking about user-friendliness). However, it might be enough if you just want to put an image to the wall.  


 
==Potential upgrades==
* adapters for VGA (male) to other video ports (male)
* DVI cable
* Adapter DVI to other digital video ports (e.g. HDMI)
* Network cable


[[Category:Seminars]]
[[Category:Seminars]]
[[Category:Video]]
[[Category:Video]]

Revision as of 14:30, 14 October 2018

MachineInfoBox

Panasonic PT-F300NTE

Panasonic PT F300NT.jpg
Synonyms: DE: Beamer
Type: display
Used with: laptops etc. with VGA output (or HDMI with an adapter)
Location: common room
Access Requirements:
Status: working
Software: PC: Wireless Manager ME 6.4
Mobile: Panasonic Wireless Projector
Manual: several
Tutors:






We mounted a projector (using this system) to our common room ceiling to use during seminars and similar demonstrations.

Regular usage

Simply hook up your laptop's VGA port to the cable hanging down from the chain and turn on the projector, it should find your input automatically. HDMI or other modern inputs are unfortunately not accepted (we do have an VGA to HDMI adapter. If you are having trouble with the adapter, check the potential problem with Windows devices.


Network Access

Please note that right now, the projector is not connected to the network. We need a 10m network cable first.

Control

The Panasonic PT-F300NTE can be controlled via the network. It provides a web interface at http://192.168.1.7 which can be used to select the input, adjust settings, etc. As a user name, use either "user1" or "admin1". The password is "panasonic". These are the default settings made by panasonic.

Stream from your Computer

In addition, the screen of your computer can be streamed to the projector via the network. In order to do this, you have to download the software from panasonic. In the software, make sure you select the projector with the IP 192.168.1.7 (you might have to enter the IP manually).

Stream from a Mobile Device

If you want to use your mobile device, panasonic provides apps for both Android and iOS. Please select your operating system on this page. In a first test it kind of worked, but has not been very fast or stable (not even talking about user-friendliness). However, it might be enough if you just want to put an image to the wall.

Potential upgrades

  • adapters for VGA (male) to other video ports (male)
  • DVI cable
  • Adapter DVI to other digital video ports (e.g. HDMI)
  • Network cable