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  • Page 1 AdderLink Infinity Manager User Guide s...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Operation AIM basics ..................3 Logging in ..................31 Supplied items ................5 Meanings of icons ..............31 Installation Further information Connections .................6 Getting assistance ..............32 Network connections ..............6 Appendix A - Tips for success when networking ALIF units ..33 Appendix B - Troubleshooting ..........35 Power supply connection ............6 Front panel indicators ..............7 Appendix C - Glossary..............37...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Such flexibility requires only a network connection and a power input to begin operation. management and coordination – that is where AIM (AdderLink Infinity Manager) All configuration of your AdderLink Infinity transmitters (channels), receivers becomes vital.

  • Page 4: Aim Basics

    AIM basics Channels Security Think of a channel as a ‘virtual transmitter’. It is virtual because the video, Security considerations form a major part of AIM operation, ensuring that users audio and USB streams of a channel do not necessarily have to originate have rapid access only to the systems for which they have permission.
  • Page 5 AIM appears in two main ways depending on whether you are an administrator or a regular user. • User –> Receiver • For administrators, full access to the AdderLink Infinity Manager Suite is • User –> User Group –> Receiver granted. This comprehensive application shows six main tabbed areas: •...

  • Page 6: Supplied Items

    Supplied items AdderLink ETH1 ETH2 ETH1 ETH2 MANAGEMENT SERVER www.adder.com AIM server unit 12V, 5A Power supply plus country-specific mains cable Rack mount brackets CD-ROM Safety leaflet (contains this user guide)

  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation Connections Power supply connection The AIM server unit is supplied fully pre-loaded and permits no local user interaction. All configuration takes place remotely via the network connections Important: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given and as a result only two connections are required: Network and power. within the Safety information section of this guide.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Indicators

    • Please also see Appendix A - Tips for success when networking ALIF units. ETH1 ETH2 www.adder.com • ADM On when an administrator is logged in. Flashes when an administrator is accessing the system. • USR On if there are any connections between channels/receivers. Flashes when a user is accessing the system.

  • Page 9: Swapping Out An Aim Server

    The firmware version is shown in the top right hand corner of every page of the management suite (just below the Adder logo). Set the IP address of the new AIM server to match that of the original unit.

  • Page 10: Configuration

    Configuration Login for admin users This section covers configuration of the AdderLink Infinity Manager Suite for administrators. For details about the regular user interface, please see the 1 Ensure that the AIM server is powered on (allow 3 minutes before accessing).

  • Page 11: Adding Adderlink Infinity Units

    Adding AdderLink Infinity units AdderLink Infinity manual factory reset When new ALIF transmitters and receivers are added to a network, they are designed to automatically announce themselves* to the AIM server. Once the Where a previously configured ALIF unit is being added to a network for AIM server receives their announcement(s), the ALIF units will be added to control by an AIM server, you can use this method to reset the unit to its the administrator’s view of the Dashboard.

  • Page 12: Basic Steps For A New Configuration

    Basic steps for a new configuration When adding and configuring new devices using an AIM server, these are the basic steps that you need to take: 1 Add the new ALIF devices to the network and ensure that they are using a default factory configuration.

  • Page 13: The Dashboard Tab

    The Dashboard tab The Dashboard is your main point of contact for checking and changing the general status of all AIM operations. Click the DASHBOARD tab to view its initial home page. The various other Dashboard pages (e.g. Settings, Backups, Updates, etc.) are selectable within the blue section located just below the tabs.
  • Page 14 Dashboard > Settings page Click the Settings option below the Dashboard tab. Most global configuration options for the AIM system are available in the settings page. For configuration options that affect individual receivers, users and channels, see the sections dealing with those tabs. Check For Updates - If this setting is off, AIM will never attempt to connect to Allowed Connection Modes the update server to check for updates.
  • Page 15 Hotkey Time Allows you to define the default keypress combination that will be used to NTP Enabled? access the AIM on-screen display (OSD) menu by each user. If the hotkey If set to No, you will need to enter the date and time manually. combination is altered, the change will be applied instantly to all receivers.
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT: You are strongly recommended to arrange regular scheduled backups of your AIM database. Adder cannot be held responsible for any loss of data, however caused. Backup Options...
  • Page 17 Dashboard > Updates page Dashboard > Active Connections page Shows only connections that are currently active within the AIM network. Please Upgrade AIM Software refer to the Connection Log page section below. If you have downloaded an update file for AIM software, you can upload it here to the AIM server and AIM will automatically be upgraded to the new version.
  • Page 18 Dashboard > Event Log page This page lists events that have occurred within the AIM system. A row of buttons just below the blue options bar allows you to filter log page entries to show only particular categories, as follows: All | Admin | Users | Login | Channel Changes | Device Status Where: •...

  • Page 19: The Channels Tab

    The Channels tab Channels > View Channels page This page lists all channels that currently exist within the AIM system. A channel The Channels tab provides access to all settings and options related directly to is automatically created for every transmitter when it is added and configured the video, audio and USB streams, collectively known as channels, emanating within the AIM network.
  • Page 20 Channels > Add or Configure a Channel From the View Channels page, you can add a new channel or configure an existing channel: • To create a new channel: Click the “Add Channel” option. • To configure an existing channel: Click for a channel.
  • Page 21 Channels > Add or Configure Channel Group Channel groups allow easy permission-granting for several channels at once. Permissions can be set to determine which users can access channels within a channel group. From the View Channels page, you can add a new channel group or configure an existing channel group: •...

  • Page 22: The Receivers Tab

    The Receivers tab Receivers > View Receivers page The Receivers tab shows a paginated table of all receiver devices within the AIM network. The table shows the following information for each receiver: Click the RECEIVERS tab to view the initial View Receivers page. •...
  • Page 23 Receivers > Configure Receiver page Receivers > Add Receiver Group or Configure Group page From the View Receivers page, you can configure details for a receiver: From the View Receiver Groups page, you can create a new group or configure an existing group: •...

  • Page 24: The Transmitters Tab

    The Transmitters tab Transmitters > View Transmitters page The Transmitters tab shows a paginated table of all transmitter devices within The table shows the following information for each receiver: the AIM network. • Name • Online status Click the TRANSMITTERS tab to view the transmitters page. •...
  • Page 25 Transmitters > Configure Transmitter page When you click for a particular transmitter, this page lists information about the unit and allows numerous settings to be configured. IP Address Peak Bandwidth Limiter Allows you to alter the IP address of the transmitter unit. Any change in address The transmitter will use as much of the available network bandwidth as will be enacted when you click the “Save”...

  • Page 26: The Users Tab

    The Users tab Users > View Users page The Users tab shows a paginated table of all users within the AIM network. The table shows the following information for each user: Within the list, the admin user is always present and cannot be deleted - in order •...
  • Page 27 Users > Add User or Configure User page From the View Users page, you can add a new user or configure an existing user: • To add a user: Click the “Add User” option. • To configure an existing user: Click for a user.
  • Page 28 Users > Add User Group or Configure Group page From the View User Groups page, you can create a new group or configure an existing group: • To create a new group: Click the “Add User Group” option. • To configure an existing group: Click for a group.
  • Page 29 Users > Active Directory To simplify integration alongside existing systems within organisations, AIM Active Directory Tips can be synchronised with an LDAP/Active Directory server. This allows a list of • A backup schedule is recommended so that any changes on the AD server users (and user groups), together with usernames and group memberships to be are carried across to the AIM server regularly.

  • Page 30: The Presets Tab

    The Presets tab Presets enable multiple actions to be pre-defined so that they can be initiated The Presets page is where the admin user can create and configure new and with a single action. This feature is particularly useful when switching multiple existing presets.
  • Page 31 Presets > Add or Configure Presets page From the Presets page, you can add a new preset or configure an existing preset: • To create a new preset: Click the “Add Preset” option. • To configure an existing preset: Click for a preset.

  • Page 32: Operation

    Operation For non-admin users, AdderLink Infinity Manager offers a clear way to choose The list of channels for which you have permission will be shown: and access multiple channels. Connection information displayed here Click to Logout or close the window...

  • Page 33: Further Information

    Use our forum to access FAQs and discussions. • Radio frequency energy statements • Technical support – www.adder.com/contact-support-form For technical support, use the contact form in the Support section of the adder.com website - your regional office will then get in contact with you.

  • Page 34: Appendix A - Tips For Success When Networking Alif Units

    • Cisco 4500 • HP Procurve 2910 respectively for 48 port L2 switches. • Cisco 6500 • H3C 5120 continued For the latest list of switches known to work with ALIF and www.adder.com setup instructions for them, please go to...
  • Page 35 Configuring the switches and devices The layout is vital but so too is the configuration: • Enable IGMP Snooping on all L2 switches. • Ensure that IGMP Fast-Leave is enabled on all switches with ALIF units connected directly to them. •...

  • Page 36: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    Appendix B Troubleshooting Problem: The video image of the ALIF receiver shows horizontal lines Remedies: across the screen. • Ensure that IGMP snooping is enabled on all switches within the subnet. This issue is known as Blinding because the resulting video image looks as •...
  • Page 37 • Ensure that the ALIF units and the AIM server are located within the same • Apple Mac with Nvidia graphics - Use the Adder utility for Macs (contact subnet. AIM cannot cross subnet boundaries.

  • Page 38: Appendix C - Glossary

    Appendix C Jumbo frames (Jumbo packets) IGMP Snooping Glossary The IGMP messages are effective but only operate Since its commercial introduction in 1980, the layer 2 - intended for routers to determine Ethernet standard has been successfully extended Internet Group Management Protocol whether multicast data should enter a subnet.
  • Page 39 Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) ALIF transmitter video settings In order to build a robust network, it is necessary Each ALIF transmitter includes controls to help you to include certain levels of redundancy within the customise how video data is transmitted. When interconnections between switches.
  • Page 40 Forwarding modes In essence, the job of a layer 2 switch is to So which one to choose? The Cut-through method So why are Layer 2 and Layer 3 of particular transfer as fast as possible, data packets arriving has the least latency so is usually the best to use importance when discussing AdderLink Infinity? with AdderLink Infinity units.

  • Page 41: Appendix Daim Api

    Appendix D AIM API Input parameters: The AIM API provides access for external applications to key routines used within the AIM server. This appendix provides a reference to the available methods. - username - password API version: 2 - v (the AIM API version this request is designed for) Changelog Output values: •...
  • Page 42 logout get_devices This method was last updated in API version 1, and is compatible with API This method was last updated in API version 2, and is compatible with API requests from version 1 onwards. requests from version 2 onwards. The authentication token provided by the Login function can be used until the This function returns a list of devices.
  • Page 43 get_devices (continued) Examples - for each device: Input: - attribute: item (e.g. 17th device) /api/?v=2&method=get_devices&token=xxxxx - d_id (device id) /api/?v=2&method=get_devices&device_type=tx&page=2&results_per_ page=3&token=xxxxx - d_mac_address (device MAC address) - d_name (device name) Output: - d_description (device description) <api_response> - d_location (device location) <version>2</version>...
  • Page 44 get_devices (continued) <d_valid_backup_firmware>1</d_valid_backup_firmware> <d_firmware>2.1.15747</d_firmware> <con_control>1</con_control> <d_backup_firmware>2.1.15747</d_backup_firmware> <con_start_time>2012-09-07 13:33:19</con_start_time> <d_date_added>2012-07-13 17:50:04</d_date_added> <con_end_time/> <count_transmitter_channels>3</count_transmitter_channels> <u_username>admin</u_username> <custom_settings>0</custom_settings> <u_id>1</u_id> </device> <c_name>Channel 1</c_name> </devices> <count_receiver_groups>1</count_receiver_groups> </api_response> <count_users>1</count_users> <custom_settings>0</custom_settings> get_channels </device> This method was last updated in API version 2, and is compatible with API </devices> requests from version 2 onwards </api_response>...
  • Page 45 get_channels (continued) <channel item=”1”> - for each channel: <c_id>3</c_id> - attribute: item (e.g. 17th channel) <c_name>Channel 1</c_name> - c_id (channel id) <c_description>Description for Channel 1</c_description> - c_name (channel name) <c_location>Location of Channel 1</c_location> - c_description (channel description) <c_favourite>false</c_favourite> - c_location (channel location) <view_button>disabled</view_button>...
  • Page 46 get_presets Examples This method was last updated in API version 1, and is compatible with API Input: requests from version 1 onwards /api/?v=1&method=get_presets&token=xxxxx This simple function returns a list of presets available to the authenticated user. Output: Input parameters: <api_response> - token <version>1</version>...
  • Page 47 connect_channel connect_preset This method was last updated in API version 2, and is compatible with API This method was last updated in API version 1, and is compatible with API requests from version 2 onwards requests from version 1 onwards This simple function connects all channel-receiver pairs in a preset.
  • Page 48 disconnect_channel disconnect_preset This method was last updated in API version 2, and is compatible with API This method was last updated in API version 1, and is compatible with API requests from version 2 onwards requests from version 1 onwards This function disconnects a receiver, a number of receivers, or all connected This function disconnects all channel-receiver pairs in a preset, or disconnects receivers.

  • Page 49: Warranty

    • No user serviceable parts within power adapter - do not dismantle. warranty period, Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be • Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the module that it is accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s control.

  • Page 50: Radio Frequency Energy

    Radio Frequency Energy All interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. European EMC directive 2004/108/EC FCC Compliance Statement (United States) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy A computing device in accordance with the specifications in the European...
  • Page 51 Web: www.adder.com Contact: www.adder.com/contact-details Support: forum.adder.com © 2013 Adder Technology Limited All trademarks are acknowledged. Documentation by: www.ctxd.com Part No. MAN-AIM • Release 1.4a...

  • Page 52: Index

    Index Active Directory 4,28 Dashboard Logging in Safety information 48 active connections page 16 administrators 9 Search filters 18 backups page 15 normal users 31 Security 3 connection log page 16 Swapping an AIM server 8 Browsers event log page 17 supported 9 home page 12 On-Screen Display 3,31...

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