AMX MAX-CSE, MAX-CSD 10 manual Configuring the MAX Communication Parameters

Configuring Communication

Configuring the MAX Communication Parameters

Although the unit is initially configured to obtain the first available DHCP Address, it is recommended that after the initial connection, the unit be setup to use a Static IP Address. Using a Static IP Address for both the source and destination devices can be beneficial for both diagnostic and direct access purposes.

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Obtaining the unit’s initial DHCP Address

1.Connect an Ethernet cable to the unit’s rear Ethernet connector.

2.Connect the 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector to the rear power connector and then apply power.

The MAX-CSE uses the active Ethernet connection to communicate with the DHCP

Server and obtain a valid DHCP Address.

3.After the unit has successfully obtained an IP Address from the DHCP Server, it then displays this obtained DHCP Address across the front LCD (FIG. 32).

FIG. 32 Example of the current IP Address

4.Write down the newly obtained DHCP Address displayed on the front panel LCD.

Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI

To facilitate communication with the MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10, it is necessary for the unit to obtain a DHCP Address. Once that address is known, you can then use your web browser to access the browser- based User Interface (UI) pages and then configure the project, video, and IP connection parameters.

1.Launch your web browser.

2.Enter the IP Address of the target unit (ex: http://192.199.99.99) into the web browser’s Address field.

3.Press the Enter key on your keyboard to initiate the communication process and launch the initial on-screen Enter Network Password security dialog. (FIG. 33).

4.Enter the words administrator and password into the corresponding User Name/Password fields (case-sensitive). This is the factory default security login information. This login profile can later be changed.

5.Place a checkmark in the Use the Save this password in your password list selection box to save both the username and password to the MAX unit and use them as your defaults during the next new login to the target unit.

Unchecking this "save login profile" option causes a user to have to re-enter both the username and password upon every consecutive login. Leaving this box unchecked helps add to the security feature of the unit by requiring the user to have the proper information.

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