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8
Ethernet Address (Ethernet Version Only)
You may need to ask your network administrator for advice about setting up the Ethernet
connection.
Ethernet set up is not affected by cold booting the VTR1.
8.1
Connection
The Ethernet link uses a 10 base-T connection on an RJ45 connector. Typically the VTR1 will be
connected to a network switch (or hub or router) although it is possible to connect it directly into
the network port on a PC by using a suitable crossover cable.
8.2
IP Address
The VTR1 needs an IP address to communicate over Ethernet. There are two methods to get an
IP address; either programmed into the unit or using DHCP.
Most networks use a DHCP server. If there is a PC on the network, you may be able to find out
whether a PC on the same network uses DCHP as follows:
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Go to Control Panel
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Select Network Connections
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Right click on Local Area Connection. Select Properties
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From the list, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), press Properties
If “Obtain an IP address automatically” is set, then DHCP is probably used. However, there may
be an alternative fixed IP address on the “Alternative Configuration” tab.
You can find out what IP address is being used by a PC at any time by:
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Go to Control Panel
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Select Network Connections
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Right click on Local Area Connection. Select Status
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Select the Support tab. The IP address is displayed
When using fixed IP addresses, it is necessary to ensure that you use an IP address that is not
being used by any other device on the network. It is usual to keep the first three numbers of the
IP address the same as other devices and to change only the last number. For example, if you
have a network consisting of a PC (IP address 192.168.1.35) and two VTR1s, you might give
them addresses 192.168.1.201 and 192.168.1.202.
8.2.1
Programmed IP Address and DHCP
For DHCP mode, the VTR1 acquires its IP address, subnet mask and gateway address from a
DHCP server. Otherwise the VTR1 has a fixed IP address, subnet mask and gateway address.