Networked Projector Group Joining via Automatic Information Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image transfer systems via networks are cumbersome for users to connect multiple PCs to projectors, especially when joining an existing group, as they require manual retrieval of connection information, making the process time-consuming and user-unfriendly.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus and method that allows easy detection and transmission of group information for joining an existing image transfer group, using a transmission control unit and detection unit to change projection layouts and transmit relevant images, facilitating user-friendly connection and group joining.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a PC attempts to newly join an existing image transfer group, then the user can access the image transfer system, but the user needs to manually retrieve group information from files or recording media, which is time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The projector acts as an intermediary device that displays group information (group ID, password, IP address) on the projection screen. This mediator allows users to retrieve necessary joining information without manually searching files or recording media, directly resolving the time-consuming information retrieval problem.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by automatically displaying group information on the projector screen when a PC joins the network. The information is presented in a user-friendly format without requiring manual intervention to locate or extract group details from files or recording media.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple PCs are connected to a projector via network for image transfer, then multiple users can collaborate, but the system complexity increases requiring group management and communication establishment
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically establishing communication and group management protocols when PCs join the network. Group information including IDs, passwords, and IP addresses is pre-configured and automatically displayed, eliminating the need for manual group management setup and reducing system complexity for multi-PC connections.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an image transfer system that transmits an image generated by an information processing apparatus to an image displaying apparatus. Upon detecting an instruction for starting the display of information relating to a network group that is formed via a network and includes the image displaying apparatus, the information processing apparatus that is connected to the image displaying apparatus via the network transmits an instruction for causing a group information image including information relating to the network group to be displayed to the image displaying apparatus via the network.