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SUBNET
A small network within a larger network. For example, a TCP/IP network
might be a subnet of a venue's network, which could include computers
throughout the building, or a network might be divided into subnets. For
example, in a large installation, there may be one subnet per rack or room.
DHCP (DYNAMIC HOST CONFIGURATION PROTOCOL)
This is a protocol for automatically assigning IP addresses to devices on a
network. With dynamic (DHCP) addressing, a device might have a different
IP address every time it connects to the network. DHCP relies on a DHCP
server to assign and manage IP addresses.
AUTO IP
If DHCP fails, the PCM96 Surround selects a number and looks for colli-
sions. If no collisions are found, the PCM96 Surround accepts that number.
If collisions are found, the PCM96 Surround randomly selects another num-
ber and tries again.
CONNECTING THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO THE PCM96
SURROUND
Assumptions:
•
Computer has a working Ethernet network adapter.
•
You have administrative rights so that network settings can be changed if
necessary.
1. Connect the included Ethernet cable to both the PCM96 Surround and
the computer.
2. Apply power to the PCM96 Surround and wait for it to boot.
3. Open the control software application. The PCM96 Surround should
automatically appear in the main application window. If it does not, the
control software settings may have to be configured to connect to the
PMC96 Surround. See the control software's help for more information.
SETUP OF A SIMPLE ISOLATED ETHERNET NETWORK USING
DHCP
Assumptions:
•
Computer has a working Ethernet network adapter.
•
You have an Ethernet switch/router with DHCP capability and Ethernet
cables for each connection needed.
•
You have administrative rights so that network settings can be changed if
needed.
1. Connect the computer and any PCM96 Surround processors to the
switch hub using straight-through Ethernet cables.
2. Apply power to all PCM96 Surround processors and wait for them to
boot.
3. With DHCP enabled, the Ethernet switch/router should assign an IP
address to each of the devices including your computer.
4. Open the control software application. The PCM96 Surround should
automatically appear in the main application window. If it does not, the
control software settings may have to be configured to connect to the
PMC96 Surround. See the control software's help for more information.
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