9 Using the VGA Signal Cable to Operate the Projector (VirtualRemote)Using the utility software “Virtual Remote Tool” included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, Virtual Remotescreen (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 signalcable.Virtual Remote screen ToolbarThis 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. (→ page 47)Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer.Step 2: Connect the projector to the computer. (→ page 45)Step 3: Start Virtual Remote Tool. (→ page 46)NOTE:• When [COMPUTER 1] is selected from your source selection, the Virtual Remote screen or the toolbar will be displayed as wellas your computer screen.• Use the supplied VGA signal cable to connect the COMPUTER 1 IN connector directly with the monitor output connector of thecomputer 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 standardinterface for bidirectional communication between display/projector and computer.• For update information on Virtual Remote Tool, visit our website: http://www.nec-display.com/dl/en/index.htmlStep 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computerSupported OSVirtual Remote Tool will run on the following operating systems.Windows 7 Home Basic *1, Windows 7 Home Premium *1, Windows 7 Professional *1, Windows 7 Enterprise *1,Windows 7 Ultimate *1Windows Vista Home Basic *1, Windows Vista Home Premium *1, Windows Vista Business *1, Windows VistaEnterprise *1, Windows Vista Ultimate *1Windows 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 .NETFramework Version 2.0 or later is available from Microsoft’s web page. Install the Microsoft .NET FrameworkVersion 2.0 or later on your computer. Windows 2000 Professional supports Microsoft .NET Framework Ver-sion 2.0 only.434. Convenient FeaturesDownloaded From projector-manual.com NEC Manuals