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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
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
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
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
[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
How to Name a Device (2G Series)
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…
17-Aug-2026
[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 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 …
09-Jul-2026
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
