[3G Ultra] [Wallplate] Input Video Selection Management
Wall-plate transmitters allow users to chose between VGA and HDMI distribution. There are three ways to chose how formats are toggled between. 1) Use the physical toggle button to switch between VGA and HDMI (factory default setting): astparam s v_input_select auto;astparam save;reboot 2) Detect a change in video …
25-Jun-2024
[3G Ultra] [Wallplate] Settings and Commands
Overview Two types of Wallplate Transmitters are available: * VBS-HDIP-717WP2: 2-gang, HDMI and VGA in, Line-In, Micro USB, Source Dipswitch, POE network * VBS-HDIP-718WP4: 4-gang, HDMI and VGA in, Line-In, Micro USB, Source Dipswitch, POE network, Mic-In, HDMI out, Stereo out, RS232 with null modem Settings are …
25-Jun-2024
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
CLI Settings for 2G Series Devices
Overview Startup settings on a Just Add Power device define how the unit behaves when it powers on. Any changes made to these settings are not applied immediately and will only take effect after the device is rebooted. Many settings are intended for specific installation scenarios and should not be applied as g…
15-Jan-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…
08-Jul-2026
CLI Settings for Omega & Ultra Series Devices
Overview This article applies to Omega Series and Ultra Series devices running justOS firmware version B1.0.0 or later. Startup settings modify how a device behaves after it boots. Unlike runtime commands, startup settings are stored in non-volatile memory and remain active after power cycles. Most startup setti…
22-Jun-2026
CEC over IP Control (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor)
Overview CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an HDMI feature that allows devices to send control commands over the HDMI cable. In a simple point-to-point setup, this allows a TV remote to control a connected source device. CEC works well when a single source is connected directly to a single display. In an HDMI …
30-Jun-2026
