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Build a New System on an Existing Network with AMP Alternate Configuration
Overview Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP) can configure a new Omega Series, Ultra Series, or MaxColor Series system on an existing managed network using Alternate Configuration . In an Alternate Configuration, AMP configures only the Just Add Power Encoders and Decoders. The Installer or network administrator is r…
18-Aug-2026
Single VLAN Multicast Switching with 2G Series
End of Support Notice: Single VLAN Multicast Switching with 2G Series is unsupported for new deployments and feature development starting January 1st, 2027. This feature is limited to 2G Series hardware. Omega (OM) and Ultra (UL) devices operating in 2G mode do not support this feature. If system expansion or …
31-Jul-2026
Pakedge Switch Multicast Profiles
* Overview * Compatible Models * Download Configuration Files * Modify Configuration Files Overview Follow the instructions below to configure a Pakedge switch for use with Just Add Power Multicast Switching. Configure Just Add Power devices with AMP software . Just Add Power devices support Multicast Switchi…
18-Feb-2022
3G Ultra Receivers on the Same Switch Port
VLAN Switching In a VLAN Switching system, the A/V signal is switchport-based. This means that all Receivers connected to the same switch port will always show the same Transmitter. It also means that a port only has the bandwidth of a single A/V signal so the full 1Gbps of the network wire is available to it. No …
14-Apr-2022
Download - Control4 Driver for AMP Alternate Systems
Overview Contracted by Just Add Power. Controls Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Just Add Power devices setup by AMP Alternate . Requires Just Add Power justOS firmware B2.1.0 or greater (applied by AMP). Switching driver supports up to 64 inputs and 64 outputs. Also includes endpoint control driver and documentation…
12-May-2025
Multicast Introduction & Concepts
Overview Multicast is a method of network communication where data is sent from one device to multiple specific devices simultaneously. This differs from: * Unicast , which is one-to-one communication between devices. * Broadcast , which is one-to-all communication across the network. Multicast requires active …
08-Jul-2026
Luxul Switch Multicast Profile
Overview Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP) – Standardized Configuration is the preferred method for configuring Just Add Power systems, offering the best performance and reliability for video distribution. AMP fully supports Luxul switches for this setup. When AMP’s Standardized Configuration cannot be used due t…
15-Oct-2025
Netgear Switch Multicast Profiles
Overview Just Add Power always recommends AMP Standardized systems (VLAN switching) over multicast switching. Netgear switches are supported with Standardized AMP and should allow AMP to configure the switch whenever possible. This article is intended for situations where VLAN switching is not feasible for the pr…
09-Oct-2025
Download - Q-SYS Plugin for AMP Alternate Systems
Overview Contracted by Just Add Power. Controls Ultra Series and MaxColor Series Just Add Power Encoders & Decoders setup as an AMP Alternate system. Please see the full section on Multicast Switching to view how to setup the Just Add Power system to work with the Q-SYS driver. Download Download Q-SYS AM…
08-May-2025
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
