
Introduction
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Part # V11470-301-0101
Last updated: July 27, 2020
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Installation and configuration overview
This section provides a general roadmap for getting started with Monarch EDGE Encoder and
Decoder devices. For more detailed information, links are provided to refer you to the relevant
topics described in other parts of this manual.
Step 1.
Read the Release Notes
Before getting started, it is always recommended to
read the
Matrox Monarch EDGE Release Notes
available on the
where you download the installation package. The Release Notes contain the
latest information about the release, including new features and known issues.
Step 2.
Connect your Hardware
Start by connecting and powering up your Mon-
arch EDGE device(s). A DHCP network is recommended for device discovery.
The setup sheet included with your product describes the basic connections.
More info:
see the following sections:
Matrox Monarch EDGE front connections
Matrox Monarch EDGE rear connections
Step 3.
Update Monarch EDGE firmware
When you first connect and power up
your Monarch EDGE device, you should check to see which firmware you
have, and update it if it is not the most current version. The setup sheet
included with your product describes the firmware update process.
More info:
see the following sections:
Update and installation prerequisites
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Updating the Monarch EDGE firmware
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Step 4.
Install Monarch EDGE Control Hub
This is the application you use to con-
figure and control your Monarch EDGE devices. The version of Monarch
EDGE Control Hub you install must match the firmware version of the Mon-
arch EDGE device(s). The setup sheet included with your product describes
the installation process.
More info:
Installing Monarch EDGE Control Hub
Step 5.
Discover your Monarch EDGE devices
With Monarch EDGE Control Hub
installed, you need to discover the Monarch EDGE devices available on the
network. You can search for specific devices or for a range of devices.
More info:
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