Build a New System on an Unsupported Switch with AMP Alternate Configuration - Video
Overview AMP - Advanced Matrix Programmer - is software that configures Omega, Ultra and MaxColor series Just Add Power devices into an HDMI matrix switching system. This video demonstrates using the Alternate Configuration option in AMP to build an AV-over-IP HDMI switching system on a switch configured by an I…
02-Jun-2025
Pakedge Switch Multicast Profiles
* Overview * Compatible Models * Download Configuration Files * Modify Configuration Files Overview Follow the instructions below to configure a Pakedge switch for use with Just Add Power Multicast Switching. Configure Just Add Power devices with AMP software . Just Add Power devices support Multicast Switchi…
18-Feb-2022
Choosing between Standardized and Alternate Configurations
Overview Just Add Power built its reputation for outstanding performance on its design using VLANs, a closed network to distribute audio and video with zero detectable latency. For most installs, a Standardized Configuration using VLAN Switching is the best option for a Just Add Power AV system. For some larger …
14-Nov-2025
Download - Control4 Driver for AMP Alternate Systems
Overview Contracted by Just Add Power. Controls Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Just Add Power devices setup by AMP Alternate . Requires Just Add Power justOS firmware B2.1.0 or greater (applied by AMP). Switching driver supports up to 64 inputs and 64 outputs. Also includes endpoint control driver and documentation…
12-May-2025
Multicast Introduction & Concepts
Overview Multicast is a method of network communication where data is sent from one device to multiple specific devices simultaneously. This differs from: * Unicast , which is one-to-one communication between devices. * Broadcast , which is one-to-all communication across the network. Multicast requires active …
06-Oct-2025
Netgear Switch Multicast Profiles
Overview Just Add Power always recommends AMP Standardized systems (VLAN switching) over multicast switching. Netgear switches are supported with Standardized AMP and should allow AMP to configure the switch whenever possible. This article is intended for situations where VLAN switching is not feasible for the pr…
09-Oct-2025
Luxul Switch Multicast Profile
Overview Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP) – Standardized Configuration is the preferred method for configuring Just Add Power systems, offering the best performance and reliability for video distribution. AMP fully supports Luxul switches for this setup. When AMP’s Standardized Configuration cannot be used due t…
15-Oct-2025
Configuring Multicast on Ubiquiti Switches
Summary Follow the instructions below to use Unifi to configure a Ubiquiti switch for Just Add Power AV over IP These instructions are compatible with: * Omega Series firmware B2.1.0 and later * Ultra Series firmware B2.1.0 and later * MaxColor Series firmware MAX v3.8.5 and later After the Ubiquiti switch is s…
06-Oct-2025
Dante - Specifications & Instructions
Overview Important Notice – Dante Broadway Chipset End of Support Dante has announced that support for the Broadway chipset will conclude on January 1, 2027. This impacts the retired 3G 767DSS model. As a result, beginning in 2027, Just Add Power will no longer be able to provide support for Dante-related func…
12-Feb-2026
Multicast Switching Protocol
Overview Multicast Switching changes the multicast IP address—called a Channel —that a Decoder subscribes to, so it displays the selected Encoder . This enables fast, reliable source switching without rewiring or reconfiguring routes. Channel changes can be triggered by a control system, user interface, or API…
13-Feb-2026
