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VPL-VW85
RS-232C
Simplified Command
Asynchronous
Sub Command
1. Overview
1-1. Introduction
The projector is remotely controllable over RS-232C. It is useful for setting up the projector away from 
the operator.
This protocol manual describes the specifi cations such as packet format and procedures for controlling the 
projector. 
In the following sections below, the term “CONTROLLER” is used as a device which controls the projec-
tor. CONTROLLER can be a PC or other specifi c device that is able to handle RS-232C.
Although most of commands are available for both RS-232C.
1-2.  Glossary of Terms
Table 1-1 Glossary of Terms
Terms Abbreviated 
Description
CONTROLLER 
Command initiator such as PCs.
PROJECTOR 
_ Front 
projector.
1-3.  Protocol Stack Structure
The protocol stack structure diagram is shown below. Though the stack is drawn for RS-232C, the follow-
ing portions are common.
Table 1-2 Common Portions in Protocol Stack
Layer Name 
Description
Sub Command 
Value is assigned for projector’s functions. Refer to the section 2-1 for detail description.
Simplifi ed Command 
 Packet format for sending/receiving “Sub Command”. Refer to the section 3-6-1 for detail 
description.
(1) RS-232C
 
Fig. 1-1 RS-232C Protocol Stack
“RS-232C” layer is physical portion and “Asynchronous” is the traditional protocol layer as shown in the 
section 3-2. 
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