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Page 1: Display Manager
Display Management Utility Software Display Manager Version 1.0 ® Windows Operation Manual • Please read this operation manual carefully to ensure correct use of the software. -
Page 2: Display Manager
Sharp Display Management Utility Software, Display Manager (hereafter referred to as "the Software"), allows remote control and diagnostics of Sharp display devices* connected to a local area network (LAN) as well as the modification of settings. Basic operations for selected devices can also be carried out using the Software, such as powering on, switching into standby mode and switching input modes. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Display Manager ..............................2 Hardware and Software Requirements ....................2 Contents ................................3 Installing Display Manager ........................... 4 To Install the Software ..........................4 To Uninstall the Software .......................... 5 Basics Starting up and Exiting from Display Manager ....................6 To Start up and Exit from Display Manager .................... -
Page 4: Installing Display Manager
Installing Display Manager Check the instructions and cautions posted on the Web site before downloading and installing the Software. To Install the Software Check that the PC on which the Software is to be installed is compatible with the Software. For more information, see "Hardware and Software Requirements"... -
Page 5: To Uninstall The Software
• If the Software is running, be sure to exit from the Software before uninstalling it. Click the "start" button and select "Control Panel". Double-click "Add or Remove Programs". Select "Sharp Display Manager" and click the "Change/Remove" button. The "Choose Setup Language" dialog box appears. Click the "OK" button. -
Page 6: Starting Up And Exiting From Display Manager
To Start up and Exit from Display Manager To Start up Start the PC. Click the "start" button and select "All Programs", "Sharp Display Manager", and "Sharp Display Manager". Once the Software has loaded, the main screen appears. • If a user name and password have been set up for the devices or the network converter, the user name and password must be entered when connecting to the network. -
Page 7: Registering Devices
IP addresses can be manually entered to obtain device information and add it to the device information list. The new device information is displayed in "All Devices". • By pre-specifying Auto Search (page 19) and Auto Refresh (page 20), Sharp devices on the LAN are automatically searched at the specified timing and their information is displayed. -
Page 8: Checking The Device Status
Checking the Device Status The device status can be checked from the device information list. (10) (11) (12) (1) Status Icon The status icon indicates the device status. (Green) : The device was powered on normally. (Red) : The device is in standby mode. (Gray) : The device is in communication mode. -
Page 9: Controlling Devices
Controlling Devices A single device selected from the device information list or all the devices in a group can be controlled from the controller window on the PC. The device/group controlled by the controller is shown in the window bar of the controller window. Device/ Group Controlled... - Page 10 Opening Controller Window for the Group Controller window can be opened using any of the following methods. • Select the tab, then select the "Controller (C)" from the "Window (W)" menu. • Double-click the tab. Double-click • Right-click the part of the device information list where no devices are shown (blank part), and select the "Controller (C)"...
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Page 11: To Turn The Power On
To Turn the Power ON Click the "ON" button next to "Power" on the controller window. This turns power ON to the device. To Switch the Device into Standby Mode Click the "STANDBY" button next to "Power" on the controller window. This switches the device into standby mode. -
Page 12: Specifying Mail Settings
Specifying Mail Settings If the e-mail transmission settings are enabled on the PC, a mail message can be automatically sent to a specified address whenever an error occurs. A mail message that reports the device status can also be sent periodically even in the absence of an error. - Page 13 Recipient Up to five recipients can be set up. • Recipient Addresses : Enter the mail address of the mail recipient (TO). • Error : If checked, whenever an error specified in "Error Mail" occurs, an e-mail will be sent automatically (Error Mail page 13).
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Page 14: Specifying Alert Settings
Periodical Mail ■ The timing for sending a mail message can be specified. ■ One timing option can be selected for setting from among: "Specific Day", "Every Week" and "Every Month". • Next Mail : Based on the conditions specified, the date and time for sending the next e-mail will be displayed. •... -
Page 15: Creating Groups
• A device can be assigned to multiple groups. • "All Devices" on the main screen includes all Sharp devices detected on the network. To Create a New Group Select "Group Setting (G)" and then "New (N)" from the "Option (O)" menu. -
Page 16: To Edit A Group
To Edit a Group The contents on already created groups can be edited. • The group name cannot be changed when the "All Devices" tab is selected. • To add or delete a device to or from "All Devices", see "Registering Devices" (page 7). Click the tab for the group you wish to edit and select "Group Setting (G)"... -
Page 17: To Change The Order Of Items Displayed
Place a checkmark in the checkbox for the item you wish to be displayed, or click the item you wish to be displayed and click the "Show (S)" button. • For items for display and their information, see "Checking the Device Status" (page 8). •... -
Page 18: To Sort Device Information
To Sort Device Information Using a displayed item as a sort key, the device information list can be sorted in ascending or descending order. Use the "Sort" Dialog Box to Perform Sorting Operations Select "Sort (O)" from the "View (V)" menu. The "Sort"... -
Page 19: To Refresh The Device Information List
To Refresh the Device Information List The device information list currently displayed can be manually refreshed. Select "Refresh (R)" from the "View (V)" menu. The device information list is refreshed. • By right-clicking on the device information list and selecting "Refresh (R)" from the popup menu, the device information list can also be refreshed. -
Page 20: To Specify Auto Refresh Settings For The Device Information List
Place a checkmark in the "Auto Search" checkbox and drag the slider to a new position to set the search interval. • Auto Search will not be performed if the checkmark is removed. • The search interval can be set within the range of 1 to 60 minutes (in one minute increments). •... -
Page 21: To Specify Settings For The Browser To Operate Devices
To Specify Settings for the Browser to Operate Devices The browser used for operating the devices through the network can be specified. • The browser is used only when devices that can be operated using the browser are selected. Select "Setting (P)" from the "Option (O)" menu and click the "General" tab in the "Setting" dialog box. -
Page 22: List Of Functions
List of Functions List of Right Click Menu This section describes the menu functions of the popup menu that appears when right-clicking on the device information list. Properties (P) Displays the Properties screen of the selected device. • For displayed items other than "Power", see "Checking the Device Status"... -
Page 23: List Of Menus
List of Menus This section describes the menu functions of the menu bar. "Device (D)" Menu Properties (P) (page 22) Displays the Properties screen of the selected device. Add (A) (page 7) IP addresses can be manually entered to gather device information for additional inclusion in the information list. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem as mentioned below is encountered, take the actions indicated in the list. If the problem cannot be solved, contact the Sharp authorized projector dealer or Service Center. Problem Cause and Solution • Check that the cable’s connector is firmly inserted in the LAN terminal of the device. - Page 25 3. When connecting normally, the display will be as follows. (The screen may be slightly different depending on the OS type). <Example> when the IP address connected to is "192.168.150.2" 4. When a command cannot be sent, "Request time out" will be displayed. Check the network setting again.
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Page 26: Error Messages
The device is currently accessed from another PC. [Solution (3)] Check the PC connected to the data port on the device. *For contacting Sharp authorized projector dealer or Service Center, see the operation manual supplied with the device. Compatible Devices •... -
Page 27: Index
Index About This Software ..........23 MAC Address ............8 Add ................7 Mail Setting ............. 12 Alert Setting ............14 Error Mail ............13 Auto Refresh ............20 Originator ............12 Auto Search ............19 Periodical Mail ..........14 AV Mute .............. - Page 28 SHARP CORPORATION 05P03-NA-MM...