Configuring an Ethernet Interface

Devices connected to a local LAN transmitter are remotely controllable from the Media Control Room. The unit can operate in different Ethernet modes:

• DHCP – (Default) Use the unit in a domain that has a DHCP server. The DHCP server assigns the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway to the equipment.

• STATIC – Connect the unit to a domain without using a DHCP server. In this mode, the network administrator must set the Ethernet interface's IP settings (IP address, netmask, and gateway).

• GATEWAY – Connect a host to the unit (for instance, a laptop). The unit acts as a DHCP server and assigns an IP address to the connected host. The unit automatically detects from the netmask the range of IP addresses that it can use for assigning an IP address to the host connected.

Factory Settings According to Selected Mode

Note

• When the OFF option is selected, Ethernet mode is disabled.

• Configuring an Ethernet interface may disconnect the unit.

See the sections below to configure the Ethernet Interface.

Unit Panel

1. From the Home menu, use the wheel to select > ETH CONFIG.

2. Use the wheel to set Ethernet options (DHCP, Static, Gateway, Off).

3. The selected mode appears:

   1. When selecting DHCP mode, settings are automatically retrieved.

   2. When selecting STATIC mode, you need to enter network settings.

   3. When selecting GATEWAY mode, you need to enter the IP Address, the netmask, and the DNS server address.

   4. Use the wheel to enter new settings.

   5. Select to save new settings.

Web Interface

1. On the Web Interface, click on the Ethernet line.

2. In the Mode field, select the configuration mode according to the Ethernet connection used:

   • DHCP

   • STATIC

   • GATEWAY

   • OFF

3. Modify the settings as required:

   • If Static mode is selected, IP Address, Netmask and Gateway.

   • if Gateway mode is selected, IP Address and Netmask.

Tip

Below these parameters, the MAC address assigned to the device is indicated: 

4. Click the Apply button to save these settings.

Note

Applying new Ethernet settings will disconnect the unit from the web interface.