AJA mini-connect Installation & Operation Manual
AJA mini-connect Installation & Operation Manual

AJA mini-connect Installation & Operation Manual

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Mini-Connect
Ethernet to USB
Installation & Operation Guide
Version 1.0
Published: March 22, 2016

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  • Page 1 Mini-Connect Ethernet to USB Installation & Operation Guide Version 1.0 Published: March 22, 2016...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Acquiring eMini-Setup............15 Mini-Connect and eMini-Setup Documentation ....... 15 Installing eMini-Setup .
  • Page 3 Index............34 Mini-Connect v1.0...
  • Page 4: Notices

    AJA® and Because it matters.® are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters.™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with camera products.
  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Ethernet connection or a direct USB connection and AJA’s eMini-Setup application. Operational configuration of Mini-Converters connected to Mini-Connect can be controlled via Ethernet, but their firmware cannot be updated via Ethernet. The eMini-Setup application is only used to setup Mini-Connect, and cannot be used to connect to or setup attached Mini-Converters.
  • Page 6: Features

    (Windows devices) • Uses universal input +5V power supply AJA model DWP-U-R1 (included) • 5-year warranty Computer Mini-Connect has been tested to work with the following operating systems: Requirements • Windows 7, 8, 10 • Mac OSX 10.10, 10.11 and the following browsers: •...
  • Page 7: I/O Connections

    Accepts LAN connection. READY LED • Lights green when Mini-Connect is fully powered up and usable over the network. • Lights amber if Mini-Connect has entered safe-boot recovery mode. In safe-boot mode you can only configure, control, and update Mini-Connect. Attached ROIs will not appear in the WebUI.
  • Page 8: Mini-Connect Configurations

    Ethernet Ethernet Another configuration for using Mini-Connect is to connect Mini-Connect directly to a computer with just an Ethernet cable. Mini-Connect can then be used to configure all the Mini-Converters, and Mini-Connect can be setup over the network (Figure Figure 4. Mini-Connect Example, Ethernet Only...
  • Page 9: Mini-Connect Installation Overview

    Mini-Connect ships with DHCP configured. If your facility uses DHCP, you can simply connect a network Ethernet cable to Mini-Connect, power it up, and the DHCP server will assign it an IP address. If you or your IT staff can interrogate the network and determine that assigned IP address, simply typing that address into a browser on a network connected computer will give you access to Mini-Connect.
  • Page 10: Setup Using Usb

    Displayed below the graphic image are the version of firmware currently installed in Mini-Connect, and the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-Connect. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this serial number.
  • Page 11: Access Screen (Web Browser Only)

    Access Screen (Web Browser Only) One Mini-Connect screen is available only from the web browser interface. The Access screen permits setting a password for network access to Mini-Connect (and connected Mini-Converters). Authentication Choose either Disabled (default) or Enabled. Set & Confirm Password When Enabled is selected, enter and confirm the password to be used for access.
  • Page 12: Update Screen (Web Browser)

    Update Screen (Web Browser) Use this Update screen to install new firmware on your Mini-Connect, and to access the AJA website to acquire firmware and software. Installed: This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed on Mini-Connect. Upload New Firmware Clicking on the Choose File button opens a navigation window, allowing you to select the downloaded firmware file to install into Mini-Connect.
  • Page 13: Info Screen (Web Browser)

    AJA Support for service or technical support. System Name This field allows you to give your Mini-Connect a unique name. This can be useful if you have several attached to the network so you can distinguish between them easily.
  • Page 14 Mini-Config application, except the Update screen is not included. NOTE: Mini-Connect v1.0 cannot be used to update the firmware of connected Mini-Converters over Ethernet. Mini-Converter updates can only be performed via a direct USB connection using Mini-Config.
  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Emini-Setup

    Connect can be accessed via an Ethernet network using a web browser. Subsequently, Mini-Connect can be reconfigured over that network, or directly via USB. The eMini-Setup application is only used to setup Mini-Connect, and cannot be used to connect to or setup attached Mini-Converters.
  • Page 16: Installing Emini-Setup

    Installing eMini-Setup PC Installation To install eMini-Setup on a Windows PC: 1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Windows icon on the Mini-Connect Support webpage). 2. Open the AJA_eMini-Setup_win.zip file. 3. Double-click on the AJA_eMiniSetup.msi file. 4. The Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation.
  • Page 17: Mac Installation

    5. To complete the installation drag the “AJA eMiniSetup” icon to the Applications folder. Running eMini-Setup Connect Mini-Connect to the PC or Mac via the supplied USB cable. Connect the external power supply (supplied) to Mini-Connect. PC Startup To run eMini-Setup on a PC, double-click on the AJA eMini-Setup icon on your desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA eMini-Setup application located inside the eMini-Setup folder.
  • Page 18: Operating The Emini-Setup Application

    Version: The version of firmware installed in Mini-Connect is displayed below the graphic. This is the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-Connect. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number. A status field at the bottom of the screen shows if the eMini-Setup application is connected and communicating with Mini-Connect.
  • Page 19: Network Tab

    Gateway The current Gateway address is displayed. A different IP address can be entered. UPnP Host Choose from Enable or Disable to control whether Mini-Connect makes itself visible for Windows network browsing. MAC Address: This is the permanent MAC address of Mini-Connect.
  • Page 20: Update Tab

    2. If new software is found, download it and uncompress the file archive (.zip). 3. Connect Mini-Connect to a Mac or PC via a USB port on the computer. 4. Click on the Update tab, click on the Browse button, navigate to the firmware (.ajas extension), open it, and confirm the update.
  • Page 21: Info Tab

    AJA Support for service or technical support. Name This field allows you to give your Mini-Connect a unique name. This can be useful if you have several attached to a Mac/PC via USB so you can distinguish between them easily.
  • Page 22: Appendix A: Mini-Connect Specifications

    • Embedded webserver (for remote control of USB connected Mini-Converters) • REST API (for automated control of connected Mini-Converters) USB Setup • Network configuration of Mini-Connect over USB using the eMini-Setup application. Physical Power • Power +5 to 20VDC regulated, 8 watts max •...
  • Page 23: Appendix B: Safety And Compliance

    Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 24: European Union And European Free Trade Association (Efta)

    Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l’utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 25: Recycling Notice

    This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI V-3/2015.04). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 26: Translated Warning And Caution Messages

    ¡Advertencia! No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua y límpielo solamente con un paño seco. Aviso! Não utilize este dispositivo perto da água e limpe-o somente com um pano seco. Avviso! Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all'acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un panno asciutto. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 27 Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 28 Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza. Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente, contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 29 Avviso! Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra e che non venga schiacciato soprattutto in corrispondenza delle spine e del punto in cui esce dal dispositivo. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 30 Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility. Avertissement! Ne pas ouvrir le châssis. Aucun élément à l’intérieur du châssis ne peut être réparé...
  • Page 31 è stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona correttamente o è caduto. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 32 Hersteller. ¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o vendidos por el fabricante. Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo fabricante. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore. Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 33: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information Limited Warranty AJA Video Systems, Inc. (AJA Video) warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. If a product proves to be defective during this warranty period, AJA Video, at its option, will either repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product.
  • Page 34: Index

    Info Screen eMini-Setup 21 Web Browser 13 Mini-Connect Connections 7 Overview 5, 6 Mini-Converter Name 13, 21 Mini-Converter Documentation 15 Name Of Mini-Converter 13, 21 Network Screen Web Browser 10 Overview 5, 6 Password 11 Safety Statements 23 Mini-Connect v1.0 www.aja.com...

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