4. Input & Communication
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GENERAL PURPOSE INPUT/OUTPUT (GPIO)
This 37 pin connector (reference
5
image 4-5) can be used to send or receive trigger signals from other devices. These
input/output pins can be programmed by macros created with the Communicator software. See user’s guide of the
Communicator, section Macro editor, for more information about this functionality. Note that the General Purpose Inputs
accept 24 volt maximum. The GPIO remains operational when the projector is in Standby mode. So, if the factory prede
fi
ned
macro to wake up the projector is assigned to one of the free GPI input pins the projector can be awakened via GPIO.
Enter or leave Standby mode can also be done with GPIO via two prede
fi
ned Macros (not editable).
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Wide Area Network (WAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN: 10/100/1000 base-T). Use this Ethernet port (reference
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image 4-5) to connect the network
which contains the DHCP server.
The Thor can be connected to a WAN (Wide area network) (reference
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image 4-5). Once connected to the WAN, users
can access the projector from any location, inside or outside (if allowed) their company network using the Communicator
software. This software locates the projector on the network if there is a DHCP server or the user can insert the correct
IP-address to access the projector. Once accessed, it is possible to check and manipulate all the projector settings. Remote
diagnostics, control and monitoring of the projector can then become a daily and very simple operation. The network
connectivity allows detection of potential errors and consequently improves service time.
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Local Area Network (LAN: 10/100/1000 base-T)
Local Area Network (LAN: 10/100/1000 base-T) with built-in Ethernet switch (port 1 and port 2). Use for projector control and
automation. E.g. Touch Panel, content server, ... (not for content streaming!)
As there is a need to daisy chain projectors when they are on an Ethernet network, an Ethernet switch is built in. the incoming
network is hereby available for the internal PC and for the next device in the chain. In this way a ’star’ network interconnection
can be avoided. The switch used is a stand alone 10/100/1000Mbit Ethernet switch. This assures no in
fl
uence on the
network speed. Furthermore, this Ethernet switch remains operational when the projector is in Standby mode.
The connectors used for these Ethernet ports are of the type RJ45, which is compatible with standard RJ45 cable connector.
Straight (most common) as well as cross linked network cables can be used. The 2 ports are functionally identical. Both
ports are connected via the projector switch (Auto sensing enabled).
Cinema Controller functions:
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Ethernet Communication to ICMP.
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Virtual COM port (RS232) to BARCO Controller on the USB-IN port.
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Standardized 3D interface on board.
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GPIO controls
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Lensholder motors (stepper motors)
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Stores lens
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les and lens type / Controls lens
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Lens motor drivers (DC motors)
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Controls lamp power supply
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Stores SNMP key
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Stores Barco IP address and host name
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Handles reporting of errors, version info & Barco logs to Communicator
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Controls and monitors keypad (Button module)
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Controls and monitors status lights
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Stores Macro
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les, Input
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les, Lens
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les, 3D
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les and Light Sensor Calibration
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le (LSC)
Virtual comport (RS232 serial communication)
The USB-IN port of the communication interface supports RS232 serial communication. You can use the RS232 input port to connect
a local PC to your Thor projector. This way you can con
fi
gure and control your Thor projector from your local PC via RS232 (serial)
communication protocol.
Do not forget to set the projector’s baud rate (default = 115200) to match that of the computer.
Advantages of using RS232 serial communication:
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easy adjustment of the projector via PC (or MAC).
•
wide range of control possibilities.
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copying data from the projector (backup).
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Summary of Contents for Thor
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