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Ultra Series Encoder-to-Decoder Latency
Overview Just Add Power Encoders convert HDMI signals into network packets for transport across the network. Decoders convert those packets back into HDMI for display. This encoding and decoding process introduces a small amount of video latency. Latency Specification Ultra Series systems have approximately 22 mi…
26-Aug-2026
How to Check Display Connection Status on a Decoder (Omega, Ultra, MaxColor Series)
Overview Just Add Power Decoders monitor the HDMI Hot Plug Detect (HPD) status of the connected display. HPD indicates whether the display is presenting an active HDMI connection to the Decoder. Checking the HPD status can help verify whether the Decoder detects a connected display. This information is useful when …
09-Jul-2026
2G Series Encoder-to-Decoder Latency
Overview Just Add Power Encoders convert HDMI signals into network packets for transport across the network. Decoders convert those packets back into HDMI for display. This encoding and decoding process introduces a small amount of video latency. Latency Specification 2G Series systems have approximately 37 milli…
26-Aug-2026
ST1 Audio Encoder / Decoder - Audio Distribution Examples
Overview The Just Add Power Sound Encoder/Decoder - model ST1 - is capable of sending or receiving stereo audio from a Just Add Power system. As a Transceiver, you begin by choosing whether it will act as a Encoder or Decoder - an input or an output - and build the system accordingly. Audio Capabilities * Stereo …
31-Aug-2026
IPv4 Address Table for AMP Standardized Systems
Overview Advanced Matrix Programmer uses a unique IP Scheme for all Just Add Power Series devices being setup using the software. Just Add Power Network IP: 172.27.0.0 Just Add Power Subnet Mask: Class B | 255.255.0.0 | /16 The specific subnet does not affect the system as long as 2 rules are followed: * Eac…
25-Sep-2025
How VLAN Switching Works in AMP Standardized Systems
Overview In an AMP Standardized Configuration, audio and video sources are routed using VLAN Switching. Each Encoder is assigned a dedicated source VLAN. To select a source, the switch changes the VLAN membership of the port connected to the Decoder so that it matches the VLAN assigned to the desired Encoder. Audio…
27-Aug-2026
How to Configure Decoder Scaler Settings (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Omega Series, Ultra Series, and MaxColor Series Decoders include a built-in video scaler. The scaler allows each Decoder to adjust its HDMI output resolution to match the requirements of its connected display. This is useful when displays with different resolution capabilities are used in the same system. …
31-Jul-2026
How to Use Image Pull
Overview Image Pull provides a preview of the HDMI video being processed by a Just Add Power Encoder or Decoder. The preview can be viewed in the device webUI, opened directly in a web browser, or displayed within a control system interface. Image Pull is also a useful troubleshooting tool. Comparing the preview fr…
17-Jul-2026
CEC over IP Control (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor)
Overview CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an HDMI feature that allows devices to send control commands over the HDMI cable. In a simple point-to-point setup, this allows a TV remote to control a connected source device. CEC works well when a single source is connected directly to a single display. In an HDMI …
04-Aug-2026
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
