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Control the VS-169TP 16x9 CAT 5 Matrix Switcher
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7.3 Controlling via the ETHERNET
You can connect the
VS-169TP
via the Ethernet, using a crossover cable
(see
Section 7.3.1
) for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable
(see
7.3.2
Section
) for connection via a network hub or network router
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7.3.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
.
You can connect the Ethernet port of the
VS-169TP
to the Ethernet port on
your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default
IP Address of the
VS-169TP
during the initial configuration
After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select
Properties
.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
4. Select
Properties
.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the
Properties
Button (see
Figure 8
).
Figure 8: Local Area Connection Properties Window
1 After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For detailed instructions, see the
“Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.pdf” file in the technical support section on our Web site:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com