Overview

This article explains how to access a Just Add Power device webUI. The webUI allows you to view live device status, perform firmware updates, and manage system settings.

Two access methods are covered:

1. Connected to a Local Data Network or PC
2. Connected to an Established System

Connected to a Local Data Network or PC

WARNING: If the device is an Encoder (Transmitter), the HDMI cable MUST be disconnected before connecting the unit to your network. Leaving HDMI connected can flood the network and disrupt other devices.

For Windows users, download Bonjour Browser.

For macOS users, Bonjour is built into Safari and can be found under Settings > Advanced > Bonjour.

1. Connect the Just Add Power device to a PoE network switch on the local network OR directly to a PC using a PoE injector or local power supply.
2. Connect your PC via Ethernet.

   

3. Disable the Wi-Fi adapter on the PC.

   

4. Open Bonjour Browser.

   

   • Select “Web Server (HTTP)” on the left
   • The Name and IP Address columns will list available devices
   • Ultra Series and Omega Series devices appear as:

     Broadcast ID	Device Model
     ast3-gateway	Ultra Series Encoders (A Firmware)
     	Omega Series Encoders (A Firmware)
     ast3-client	Ultra Series Decoders (A Firmware)
     	Omega Series Decoders (A Firmware)
     JustAddPower-TXABCDEF	Ultra Series Encoders (B Firmware)
     	Omega Series Encoders (B Firmware)
     JustAddPower-RXABCDEF	Ultra Series Decoders (B Firmware)
     	Omega Series Decoders (B Firmware)

5. Note the device IP address.
6. Configure the PC IP address to match the device subnet:
   • Factory default devices: 169.254.100.200 / 255.255.0.0
   • Configured devices: Match the first three octets and select any unused value (1–254)
     • Example:
       Device IP: 192.168.100.129
       PC IP: 192.168.100.200
7. Open a browser and enter the device IP address to access the webUI.

Connected to an Established System

Note: This method requires knowledge of the existing system configuration. System details can be gathered using JADConfig, AMP, or manually using the Takeover Job Assistance guide.

1. Disable the Wi-Fi adapter on the PC.
   
   
2. Connect the PC to the local network using DHCP.
   
   
3. Configure a static route on the router or PC.
   • Follow instructions in this guide .
4. Open a browser and enter the device IP address to access the webUI.