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Section
6
.
Web
control
– Using built-in website
6.
Web control – Using built-in website
Lightware matrices have a built-in web page, which can be accessed over TCP/IP protocol
and offers you full control ov
er all settings even if you don’t have the opportunity to install
new programs. The router
’s built-in website is compatible with most widely spread browsers
and requires no additional software components such as ActiveX controls.
To access the webpage just run your preferred web browser and type the IP address of the
router as URL. The computer and the router have to be in the same subnet.
Info:
The only way to find out the router’s IP address (if it is not known) is to search for devices
with the Matrix Controller software. If this is not possible for some reason, the IP address
can be reset to factory default (192.168.254.254) with the front panel buttons. See section
4.5.4 on page 42 for details.
Info:
Only one opened web page is allowed simultaneously. Other TCP/IP connections are
prohibited while the web page is opened. Using more instances of the web page
simultaneously will result in inadequate operations.
Info
Some of the Lightware Matrix Controller functions are not available in the built-in website.
Please read section 4.5 to compare the user interfaces.
6.1.
Establishing the connection
Step 1.
Connect the matrix switcher and the computer either via
Ethernet, with LAN patch cable (to a Hub, Switch or Router)
Ethernet, with LAN cross cable (directly to Computer)
Info
If the connection is made through the router’s Ethernet port, be sure that the computer is
in the same network as the router.
Info
If the computer has multiple Ethernet connections (for example WiFi and LAN connections
are used simultaneously) you will have to know the IP address for the one that is used for
controlling the matrix.
Step 2.
Change to the desired IP settings if it is needed.
Step 3.
Check the IP address of the matrix on the front panel LCD.
Step 4.
Type the IP address to the address bar of the web browser. After a few seconds
the control menu appears. The current state of the crosspoint switch is displayed.
