Audio Return Channel - Setup and Control
Overview ARC - audio return channel - is an HDMI feature that lets a Streaming TV playing video content to pass audio back to a connected AVR or other audio speakers. Because the "display" is also the "source" in this situation, audio travels in the opposite direction along the HDMI cable than it usually does. …
07-May-2025
Single VLAN Multicast Switching with 2G Series
Disclaimer! These instructions apply only to 2G Series systems . For new Omega, Ultra, and Maxcolor Series systems with single-VLAN requirements, see the guidelines for Single VLAN Multicast Switching with Omega Ultra and MaxColor Series . Overview VLAN Switching is one of the most powerful Just Add Power f…
09-Oct-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…
13-Nov-2025
Single VLAN Multicast Switching with Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series
Overview VLAN Switching is a powerful implementation that sets Just Add Power apart from other manufacturers of Video-over-IP products. It uses port-based VLANs to dynamically manage traffic flow. By isolating each video stream in its own VLAN, the switch avoids heavy IGMP processing and simply forwards packets. A…
09-Oct-2025
