Overview

PlayStation consoles rely on the connected display’s EDID to determine supported video formats, HDR capability, and maximum output resolution. When connected through a Just Add Power system, the console reads EDID from the Encoder. Proper configuration ensures that PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 4 Pro (PS4 Pro), PlayStation 5 (PS5), and PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro) output stable, compatible video across MaxColor Series, Ultra Series, and Omega Series.

PlayStation Models — Capabilities Comparison

Recommended Settings for Just Add Power Systems

Configure PlayStation consoles and EDID according to the Just Add Power product series in use.

MaxColor Series

• Recommended Output: 4K60 SDR or 4K60 HDR (when supported by game & display)
• HDR Support: Full HDR10 compatibility
• Chroma / HDMI Output: YCbCr 4:2:2 (preferred) or RGB High
• Audio: Stereo or Multichannel

Ultra Series

• Recommended Output: 4K30 SDR for 4K; use 1080p60 for HDR content
• HDR Support: Supported at 1080p60 and 4K30 only
• Not Supported: HDR at 4K60 — console will fall back to SDR or lower refresh
• HDMI Output: RGB
• Audio: Stereo or Multichannel

Omega Series

• Recommended Output: 1080p60 SDR only
• HDR Support: Not supported
• 4K Output: Not supported — signal will downscale to 1080p
• HDMI Output: RGB or YCbCr
• Audio: Stereo or Multichannel

⚠️ HDR / 4K Limitations
- Ultra Series cannot reliably support HDR at 4K60 — use 1080p60 for HDR content.
- Omega Series does not support HDR or 4K output.

PlayStation Console Settings

1. Go to Settings → Screen and Video.
2. Select the recommended resolution for your Just Add Power product:
   • MaxColor Series: 4K60
   • Ultra Series: 4K30 (or 1080p60 if using HDR)
   • Omega Series: 1080p60
3. Set HDR to:
   • MaxColor Series: “On When Supported”
   • Ultra Series: On (only at 1080p60 or 4K30)
   • Omega Series: Off
4. Under 4K Video Transfer Rate, select:
   • MaxColor Series: Automatic
   • Ultra Series: -1 (reduce bandwidth to help stability)
   • Omega Series: not applicable

Set Encoder EDID

Use the steps below to configure EDID on the Encoder connected to the PlayStation. Each product series requires specific EDID settings for optimal performance.

1. Log into the web interface of the Encoder connected to the PlayStation console.
   • If the interface cannot be accessed, configure a static route using:
     • Set Static Route on Router
     • Add Static Route to a Windows PC
     This enables your PC to reach the Just Add Power devices.
2. Open the Video tab and scroll to EDID Settings.
3. Recommended EDID Settings by Product Series
   • MaxColor Series
     • Startup EDID: Built In HDR
     • Maximum Video Resolution: 4K60
     • Maximum Audio Format: Stereo or Multichannel
   • Ultra Series
     • Startup EDID: Built In
     • Maximum Video Resolution: 4K30 — for HDR, plan to use 1080p60 output in console settings
     • Maximum Audio Format: Stereo or Multichannel
   • Omega Series
     • Startup EDID: Built In
     • Maximum Video Resolution: 1080p60
     • Maximum Audio Format: Stereo or Multichannel
4. Click Apply.
5. The video may briefly drop while the updated EDID is applied. If the PlayStation does not adjust automatically, power-cycle the console and display chain (see Reset Sequence below).

Reset / Power-Cycle Sequence

After making EDID or video-setting changes, follow this power-cycle order to ensure the console and display properly renegotiate video format:

1. Turn off the PlayStation console.
2. Power off the Encoder.
3. Power off any connected Decoder.
4. Power off the Display (TV or monitor).
5. Power on the Display first.
6. Power on the Decoder.
7. Power on the Encoder.
8. Power on the PlayStation console.

⚠️ Important HDR / Output Warnings
- Ultra Series does not support reliable 4K60 HDR — using HDR at 4K on Ultra may result in no picture or fallback to SDR.
- Omega Series only supports 1080p — all 4K or HDR output will be disabled.
- PS5 Pro may offer 8K or high-frame-rate modes, but those often **cannot** be carried over by Just Add Power video systems.

Result: With the recommended console, EDID, and Encoder settings — plus the reset/power-cycle procedure — your PlayStation consoles (PS4, PS4 Pro, PS5, PS5 Pro) will deliver stable, compatible video and audio across all Just Add Power Series systems.