Multi Monitoring & Control Software
Holistic management enhances device reliability
Multi Monitoring & Control Software with Early Warning Functions supports IP control, real-time monitoring, and Early Warning for up to 2,048 projectors and displays on the intranet. The software can serve content playlists, report on operational history, send reminders before scheduled maintenance, notify the operator of errors, detect trouble before it occurs, and much more. From Version 3, Remote Preview* allows the projectionist to check input video prior to display.
* Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later required for Early Warning Functions*. Purchase a license and activate at PASS when trial period expires to continue using Early Warning Functions.
* Free 90-day trial available upon installation of Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later.
System configuration
Up to 2,048 projectors, displays, and other PJLink™-compatible products on the intranet can be registered, making unified management possible. Early Warning Functions (ET-SWA100) provide further remote control and monitoring capabilities from a single PC or tablet web browser.
Basic Functions (Free)
Manage multiple devices via intranet from one PC
Experience unified system management from a single PC. Multi Monitoring & Control Software can control and monitor up to 2,048 devices including PJLink™-compatible products of any brand. Functions include execution of control commands, setup of an automated playback schedule*, and Remote Preview* of input video prior to actual display.
* Remote Preview requires Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver.3.0 or later. Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Easy device registration
Auto-search for unregistered devices
Search for and discover unregistered devices on the intranet automatically* to add them to your network.
* Auto-search function may not be available on some devices depending on device status and network environment.
Register multiple devices together from an offline list
Register multiple devices at once by loading a device list created offline* and saved as a .csv file.
* Requires IP address, username, and password.
Device management by group or keyword categorization
Up to 2,048 devices can be managed from a single PC. You can easily manage groups of devices by Group or Keyword categories according to location or application.
Status monitoring for individual devices
Status of individual projectors and displays on the intranet can be monitored from a PC with Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later.
Brief information display
Device status can be understood at a glance as icons* shown on the device list. Devices can be displayed according to registered Group and Keyword.
Detailed information display
More detailed information* can be displayed for selected devices. Displayed items can be changed in the settings window.
* Software functionality varies depending on the model. Refer to operating instructions for more information about icons shown in brief information display.
Control command execution
Control commands can be executed for a selected device or for multiple devices categorized by Group and Keyword.
Remote Preview*1
Remote Preview allows operators to check the content being received by the display device*2 on a PC connected to the same local network. Operators can preview video with the device in Standby and whenever it’s not practical to view images on screen. Remote Preview is also accessible via optional Early Warning Functions (ET-SWA100) or a web browser and is useful in mission-critical applications such as televised events, staging events, or for any presentation where content must be displayed correctly the first time.
*1 Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 3.0 or later is required.
*2 Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Automate content display with Scheduling Function
For the selected device, or devices selected by Group and Keyword, scheduled commands can be executed. Functions include control commands, image distribution, projector brightness control, delivery of a content list, Light ID control, and more.
Visualize your network with Map Display
Drag-and-drop device icons onto a preloaded floorplan image* using your PC and Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later. Status summary is shown on device icons. To execute control commands or adjust settings, select the device from the map.
* Supported files: JPEG/JPG/PNG/BMP up to 4096 x 4096 pixels.
Content delivery for signage applications
Distribute media from a content playlist, including stills and video, from PC to selected projectors and displays*.
* Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Early Warning Functions
(ET-SWA100)
Prevent downtime and enable live remote monitoring
Be proactive, not reactive. Resolve minor issues before they become problems. Optional Early Warning Functions are built into Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 and later as a 90-day free trial. After the trial period expires, operators can choose to purchase a license to continue using Early Warning Functions. Get detailed reports on device status and advisories on parts replacement. Export automatically generated monthly operation reports* as .csv text files showing any errors experienced over the preceding 30 days along with detailed device information. Monitor the display image live on screen using a compatible IP camera. Monitor your display network remotely from smartphone and tablet using a VPN connection. Compatible with data-acquisition via Web API*, administrators can also integrate data from Multi Monitoring & Control Software to existing third-party monitoring and control software.
* Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 3.0 or later is required.
Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later required for Early Warning Functions. Purchase a license and activate at PASS when trial period expires to continue using Early Warning Functions.
* Free 90-day trial available upon installation of Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 2.0 or later.
System configuration
Up to 2,048 projectors, displays, and other PJLink™-compatible products on the intranet can be registered, making unified and efficient management possible. Early Warning Functions (ET-SWA100) provides further remote control and monitoring capabilities from a single PC or tablet web browser.
Scheduled maintenance reminders and monthly report generation
Reminders of scheduled maintenance*
Multi Monitoring & Control Software lets administrators plan ahead and manage parts inventories with a high degree of accuracy, saving time and money. With maintenance reminders* supplied in advance, it’s possible to schedule equipment servicing when the display devices are not in use. Simplify management and enhance reliability of your display network.
* Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Monthly report output*
Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver 3.0 can generate a monthly report and export it as a .csv text file. Information includes operating environment, device operational history, and error reports from the preceding 30 days of operation.
* Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 3.0 or later is required. Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Early warning and maintenance alert visualization*
Detailed information regarding potential problems or periodic maintenance is clearly visualized, letting you prevent device downtime before it happens.
Error/Warning Notifications
If a problem occurs, you’re sent a notification with information on the problem and a recommended course of action.
* Click here to view a list of devices that support this function.
Maintenance Reports
Information including error/warning count, recommended replacement of consumable parts, and periodic cleaning is presented in the report.
Error and warning notifications
Error and warning notifications are e-mailed to a preset address or sent to an existing SNMP manager via SNMP trap.
Link with peripheral devices
Network camera
Monitor projected or displayed images with a supported network camera. Select an area of the screen to monitor and get notified if playback pauses.
DIGITAL LINK Switcher
When using the Panasonic ET-YFB200G DIGITAL LINK Switcher, input and output status can be checked easily.
* Supported cameras: Panasonic Network Camera (BB-S/DG-S/WV-S Series) and Panasonic PTZ Camera (AW-UE70/HE40/HE130 Series).
Video stop detection with network camera
Get an instant notification if the screen blanks or freezes during playback. Video can be recorded to identify where and when the problem occurred.
Note: Movement of objects other than the image (such as a person passing in front of the screen) may trigger a stop alert in some situations. Slow-motion video, video in which areas of motion are confined, or video with little brightness variation between moving objects and background may be interpreted as playback stoppage.
Data acquisition via Web API*
Multi Monitoring & Control Software data and Early Warning Functions data can be acquired via Web API and installed into an existing monitoring application.
* Multi Monitoring & Control Software Ver. 3.0 or later is required.
Early Warning Function License
| For 1 Year | For 3 Years | Number of connected units |
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| ET-SWA100A | ET-SWA100A3 | Up to 2,048 units |
| ET-SWA100B | ET-SWA100B3 | Up to 512 units |
| ET-SWA100C | ET-SWA100C3 | Up to 256 units |
| ET-SWA100D | ET-SWA100D3 | Up to 128 units |
| ET-SWA100E | ET-SWA100E3 | Up to 64 units |
| ET-SWA100F | ET-SWA100F3 | Up to 32 units |
Software Operating Environment
| OS (Operating system) |
Windows 11: Windows 11 Pro (64bit) Windows 10: Windows 10 Pro (32 bit/64 bit) Windows Server 2016: Standard (32 bit/64 bit)
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| Software library | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.7
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| Web browser | Microsoft Edge
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| CPU | Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or better, or equivalent processor
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| Memory | 8,192 MB or higher |
| Hard disk free space | 100 GB or more
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| Other details | LAN connector (10Base-T/100Base-TX) A display with a resolution of 1366 x 768, High Color (16-bit) or better |
Note that this does not guarantee that any computer satisfying the above requirements will be able to run the software.
Notes
・When using the Windows Server 2016 terminal, operating it as a server is recommended. When using it as a client, change security settings of the browser.
System Requirements for Client Terminal
| Windows | Use any of the following web browsers. Web browser: Microsoft Edge
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| iOS | iPhone: iOS 10,11,12,13,14 iPad: iOS 10,11,12 / iPadOS 13,14 Web browser: Safari 10,11,12,13,14
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| Android | Tablet running Android 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, 10.0, 11.0 Web browser: Google Chrome |
Note that this does not guarantee that any computer satisfying the above requirements will be able to run the software.
Notes
・A separate wireless access point is required to access the monitoring and control terminal from a client terminal via a wireless LAN.
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