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Wiring the MAX-CSE for external video streaming
The rear connectors are used to input RGB video signals from an external
video/audio source. FIG. 3 shows a sample wiring configuration streaming
video from a MAX-CSE to either a MAX-CSD10 or VG-Series touch panel.
WEB
Outbound Audio/Video/Data
via Ethernet
Mic In
Line Level In
Audio In
(Stereo RCA)
MAX-CSE
Video Encoder
Network
RGB Video Out
PoE
Audio Out
(Stereo RCA)
or
MAX-CSD10
Video Decoder
Power
supply
FIG. 3
Sample wiring configuration using a CSE streaming to different devices
Configuring the Communication Parameters
The MAX-CSE is configured to be used as a standalone unit running on a network
capable of supporting the up to a 6Mbps data rate. It is recommended that you setup
the unit locally prior to installing it within an AC-RK rack unit.
Obtaining the unit's initial DHCP Address
1.
Connect an Ethernet cable to the unit's rear Ethernet connector.
2.
Connect the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector to the rear power
connector and then apply power.
Note: The MAX-CSE uses the active Ethernet connection to communicate with
the DHCP Server an obtain a valid DHCP Address.
•
After the unit has successfully obtained an IP Address from the DHCP Server,
it then displays this obtained DHCP Address across the front LCD (FIG. 4).
3.
Write down the new DHCP Address displayed on the front panel LCD.
FIG. 4
Example of the initial DHCP display
Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI
To communicate with the MAX-CSE it is necessary for the unit to first obtain a DHCP
Address. Once that address is known, you can then use your web browser to access
the browser-based User Interface (UI) pages and then configure the project, video,
and IP connection parameters.
1.
Launch your web browser.
2.
Enter the IP Address of the target unit (ex: http://192.199.99.99) into the
web browser's Address field.
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S-Video or COMP Video In
(DVD, VCR, etc.)
or
PoE
Indirect
Power
Connect
supply
(CAT5)
Direct PWR
Connection
Power
supply
or
VG-Series
Touch Panels
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3.
Press the Enter key on your keyboard to initiate communication and launch the
initial on-screen Enter Network Password security dialog.
•
The MAX unit is shipped in a secured configuration which requires the user to
enter a username and password into the on-screen security dialog before
gaining access to the UI pages.
4.
Enter the words administrator and password into their corresponding
User Name/Password fields (case-sensitive). This profile can later be changed.
5.
Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the first UI page.
Assigning a Static IP Address to the unit via the browser-based UI
Although the initial communication to the unit is done via a DHCP connection and
since this is your stream source, it is recommended that for streaming and
programming purposes, you assign a Static IP Address to the unit via the
browser-based UI.
1.
Access the IP Settings page by clicking the IP Settings link from within the
Navigation frame (FIG. 5).
Navigation
frame
Stream
Status
frame
FIG. 5
Sample IP Settings page (DHCP)
•
This page is used to assign the method of communication used by the target
MAX-CSE unit.
•
Note that both the default IP Configuration setting is DHCP and the
corresponding read-only fields display the MAX unit's communication
parameters obtained from the DHCP Server during the initial setup.
2.
Click on the Static radio box to begin entering the previously obtained Static IP
Address information (typically provided by your Network Administrator).
3.
Enter the corresponding Static IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS
parameters into their corresponding fields on this page.
4.
Click the Apply button to refresh the screen and save your new communication
parameters.
5.
Once the browser's progress bar indicates it has completed the temporary
acceptance of the new parameters, click the Reboot button to restart the unit
and incorporate these changes.
6.
Once the unit powers-up, the new Static IP Address is then displayed on the
LCD after the appearance of AMX logo (which can take several minutes).
7.
Confirm the new communication parameters by launching your browser and
entering the MAX's new Static IP Address into the browser's Address field.
8.
Press the Enter key on your keyboard to begin the communication process and
launch the initial on-screen security dialog.
9.
Re-enter the words administrator and password into their corresponding
User Name/Password fields.
10.
Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the Administration page which
provides both a descriptive overview of the program stream and lists the
currently used firmware.
Troubleshooting
•
If the LCD does not display any information (such as the AMX logo or an IP
Address) during the initial startup sequence, confirm that the unit is receiving
power.
•
If the L/A LED (FIG. 2) is not On or blinking, check your cables and connectors.
•
If the web browser cannot establish a connection to the unit's browser-based
UI, confirm you've entered the correct/new IP Address into the browser's
Address field. If this does not correct the problem, cycle power to the unit,
confirm the displayed IP Address information, and re-enter it into your browser.
Notice: MAX Products are not designed or intended to, and may not be used to, violate
anyone's copyright or other intellectual property rights. Each user of the MAX Products may
only use the products in connection with materials legally owned or licensed by such user
and only to the extent such ownership or license rights permit such use.
This product includes the GoAhead Web Server.
Copyright (c) 2006 GoAhead Software, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Browser
Address
field
Active page
frame
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