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How to Name a Device (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Omega Series, Ultra Series, and MaxColor Series devices can be assigned a custom device name. Naming devices makes it easier to identify individual Encoders and Decoders when configuring, accessing, or managing a system. When building a new system with Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP), device names can be …
17-Aug-2026
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How to Disable Telnet (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview The Telnet server can be disabled on any Omega Series, Ultra Series, or MaxColor Series device. Once disabled, the device will no longer accept Telnet connections on TCP port 23 . This setting applies to an individual device. Repeat the procedure on each device where Telnet access must be disabled. Befor…
31-Jul-2026
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Control Decoder HDMI Output (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Omega Series, Ultra Series, and MaxColor Series Decoders provide controls for changing HDMI output immediately or configuring what happens automatically when video is lost. Choose the instructions below based on the behavior you need. Change HDMI Output Immediately Use CLI commands when an installer or c…
19-Oct-2026
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How to Use Image Pull via MJPEG Network Video Stream
Overview MaxColor Series Encoders and Decoders generate an MJPEG video stream that can be viewed in a web browser or displayed within a control system interface. The stream provides motion video without audio at resolutions up to 1280 × 720 and frame rates up to 30 fps. The MJPEG service provides two viewing option…
17-Jul-2026
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How to Use Serial over IP (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Serial over IP allows a control system to send RS232 commands through a Just Add Power system to control sources, displays, and other endpoint devices connected to an Encoder or Decoder. Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series devices support three Serial Modes: * Passive: Extends a physical RS232 connection …
31-Jul-2026
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How to Name a Device (2G Series and 2G Legacy Mode)
Overview Devices running 2G Series firmware A5.21d or later can be assigned a custom webname. The webname appears in the device webUI and helps identify individual Encoders and Decoders within a system. Set the Device Name * Access the device CLI using one of the following methods: Open the device webUI a…
02-Oct-2026
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Configure Video and Audio on Ultra Series Wallplate Encoders (717WP2 and 718WP4)
Overview Configure HDMI and VGA selection, startup behavior, and audio on the Ultra Series UL-717WP2 and UL-718WP4 Wallplate Encoders. These models were previously identified as VBS-HDIP-717WP2 and VBS-HDIP-718WP4. * 717WP2: 2-gang; HDMI, VGA, Line-In, Micro USB, source switch, and PoE network connection. * 71…
03-Nov-2026
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How to Manage Power and Data LEDs (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Omega Series, Ultra Series, and MaxColor Series Encoders and Decoders support commands and settings that change Power and Data LED behavior. * Commands: Change LED behavior immediately without a reboot. These changes do not persist through a reboot. * Startup settings: Change LED behavior after the set…
05-Oct-2026
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How to Check Display Connection Status on a Decoder (Omega, Ultra, MaxColor Series)
Overview Just Add Power Decoders monitor the HDMI Hot Plug Detect (HPD) status of the connected display. HPD indicates whether the display is presenting an active HDMI connection to the Decoder. Checking the HPD status can help verify whether the Decoder detects a connected display. This information is useful when …
30-Sep-2026
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How to Telnet to a Device (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Telnet provides direct command-line access to Just Add Power devices for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and advanced configuration tasks. This method is commonly used by technical support personnel and installers when accessing system logs, running diagnostic commands, or applying configuration changes not a…
05-Jun-2026
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