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Section 4 — System Cabling
K-Frame Network Cabling
Network connections are required between the Karrera K-Frame Video
Processor, Control Panel, and optional Menu Panel PC.
K-Frame Ethernet Switch
The Ethernet switch built into the K-Frame auto-detects speed and polarity,
and is 10/100/1000 Mbps capable. Either straight-through or crossover
Ethernet cabling can be used. Available Ethernet connectors may be con-
nected to the Facility LAN or other devices, as needed. However, should
the K-Frame power down, the internal Ethernet switch will also power
down, interrupting communication to devices connected to that Frame’s
internal Ethernet switch. Only connect devices that are system related.
Suites and Control Surfaces
A K-Frame system can be divided into two suites. System resources (MEs,
eDPMs, external devices, etc.) can be assigned to each suite, creating two
switchers with one system. Each suite can be subdivided into two control
surfaces. These control surfaces can be located anywhere on the network,
permitting system control from different rooms, floors, or even different
buildings. Two dedicated, customer supplied Ethernet switches may be
required when multiple suites are being used (
Figure 49 ).