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Haivision Kraken Quick Start Manual

Haivision Kraken Quick Start Manual

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Kraken Server Encoder/Transcoder, Version 2.9
This Quick Start Guide provides the steps required to install and connect to your Kraken H.264/HEVC
encoding/transcoding appliance.
For detailed configuration and operation information, refer to
refer to
the Kraken CR Quick Start
Guide.
The above documents are available on the InfoCenter (https://doc.haivision.com). For the default
credentials, refer to the  Important Notice  (postcard shipped with the server). You may download the
Important Notice as well as the latest software and Release Notes through
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 Server Quick Start Guide
Kraken Server Quick Start Guide
Guide. To install a Kraken VM, refer to the
the User's
Guide. To install the Kraken CR,
1
www.haivision.com
Kraken OVA Deployment
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Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58
HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01

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  • Page 1 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide Kraken Server Encoder/Transcoder, Version 2.9 This Quick Start Guide provides the steps required to install and connect to your Kraken H.264/HEVC encoding/transcoding appliance. For detailed configuration and operation information, refer to the User's Guide. To install the Kraken CR, refer to the Kraken CR Quick Start...
  • Page 2 On the front of the device, press the  button to power it on. The power LED lights.  To configure Kraken to capture CoT or KLV metadata from the serial port, connect the serial connector to the serial port of a computer. Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58...

  • Page 3: System Interfaces

    ● Lights blue during normal system operation ● Lights amber when the system needs attention due to a problem Base System Ultra System Premium System Kraken Premium System (Front) Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 4 Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 5 When one is pressed, the system status indicator on the back flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again. Base System Premium System Ultra System Kraken Ultra System (Front) Kraken Ultra System (Back) Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 6 Can be used to locate a particular system within a rack. When one is pressed, the system status indicator on the back flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again. Kraken 2.9 Generated on: 2024-02-19 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...

  • Page 7: 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 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 8 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 21:53:58...

  • Page 9: 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 21:53:58 Kraken Server Quick Start Guide HVS-ID-QSG-KRAK-29, Issue 01...
  • Page 10 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 11: Obtaining Documentation

    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.