Haivision Kraken CR Quick Start Manual

Haivision Kraken CR Quick Start Manual

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This Quick Start Guide provides the steps required to install and connect to your Kraken CR (Compact
Rugged) H.264/HEVC encoding/transcoding appliance.
For detailed Kraken configuration and operation information, please refer to
on the InfoCenter at https://doc.haivision.com).
For the default credentials, refer to the  Important Notice  (postcard shipped with the appliance). You may
download the Important Notice as well as the latest software and Release Notes through
Center on the Haivision Support Portal (http://support.haivision.com).
Safety Guidelines
Use the following guidelines when unsafe conditions exist or when potentially hazardous voltages are
present:
Always use caution and common sense.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not operate equipment with the cover removed.
Repairs must be performed by qualified service personnel only.
Improper handling and/or installation practices of sensitive equipment may VOID the warranty.
Caution
When handling components, or when setting switch options, always use an antistatic wrist strap
connected to a grounded equipment frame or chassis. If a wrist strap is not available, periodically
touch an unpainted metal surface on the equipment. Never use a conductive tool, such as a
screwdriver or a paper clip, to set switches.
Kraken 2.9
Kraken CR Quick Start Guide
Kraken CR Quick Start Guide
Kraken CR Encoder/Transcoder, Version 2.9
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Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15
HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-CR-29, Issue 01

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  • Page 1 Kraken CR Quick Start Guide Kraken CR Encoder/Transcoder, Version 2.9 This Quick Start Guide provides the steps required to install and connect to your Kraken CR (Compact Rugged) H.264/HEVC encoding/transcoding appliance. For detailed Kraken configuration and operation information, please refer to the User's Guide (available on the InfoCenter at https://doc.haivision.com).
  • Page 2: Physical Installation

    The Kraken CR takes in fresh air from the top rear air vent and pushes it out the front. Do not stack the units or block the air flow in any way as it can cause the unit to overheat.
  • Page 3 To connect to the unit via the Web interface or SSH, connect an RJ45 Ethernet cable (CAT5) cable to the Eth 0 connector on the Kraken CR front. Connect the other end of the cable to the network. To capture CoT or KLV metadata from the serial port, connect the COM port to the serial port of a computer.
  • Page 4 Data Bits Parity None Stop Bits Flow Control None To directly connect to the Kraken CR console UI: • Connect the Mini DisplayPort to a monitor. Use an HDMI or DVI adapter, if required. • Connect a mouse and keyboard to the USB ports.
  • Page 5: Changing The Network Settings

    Depending on your SSH client settings, the console window might not display all the available settings. For instance, "Boot Protocol" may not be visible if your screen height is not large enough. Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15 Kraken CR Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-CR-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 6 After pressing Enter, it takes a few seconds for the settings to be saved. The system may seem unresponsive during this time. Select Log Out and then press the Enter key to exit the Console UI. For more details, refer to Using the Console UI with Haivision Hardware. Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15...
  • Page 7: Accessing The Web Interface

    Sign in using one of the credentials provided on the  Important Notice  included with your device.  For security purposes, be sure to change the default passwords! See Changing Your Password the User's Guide. Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15 Kraken CR Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-CR-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 8 Setting Up Transcoding and Encoding To set up transcoding, you need to define: • Inputs – the source URL, or an SDI or Analog Composite Input (Kraken CR or other supported hardware) for baseband input encoding • Transcoders – audio and video characteristics to change •...
  • Page 9 Technical Specifications (Kraken CR)  Note References to Kraken CR include variants of Kraken CR that provide HEVC hardware acceleration. Transcoding Video Processing Networking Management Appliance Encoding Encoding Video Input: • Composite NTSC/PAL • SD-SDI SMPTE 259-M • HD-SDI SMPTE 292M, 274M, 296M...
  • Page 10 Operating: 0ºC to 50ºC (32ºF to 122ºF) Non-Operating: -40ºC to 50ºC (-40ºF to 122ºF) Topics Discussed • COM Serial Port RJ45 Pinout • Serial Adapter DB9 Pinout Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15 Kraken CR Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-CR-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 11 TXD (Transmit Data) TXD (Transmit Data) RXD (Receive Data) CTS (Clear to Send) RTS (Request to Send) RTS (Request to Send) CTS (Clear to Send) DCD (Data Carrier Detect) Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:55:15 Kraken CR Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-CR-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 12: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee) Disposal

    For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.haivision.com/environment. Obtaining Documentation This document was generated from the Haivision InfoCenter. To ensure you are reading the most up-to- date version of this content, access the documentation online at https://doc.haivision.com. You may generate a PDF at any time of the current content. See the footer of the page for the date it was generated.

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