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MaxColor 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 MaxColor Series systems have approximately 16…
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Configure New Devices Off-site for an Established System with AMP Alternate Configuration
Overview Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP) can configure new Omega Series, Ultra Series, or MaxColor Series Encoders and Decoders at an office before they are added to an established Alternate Configuration system at the jobsite. Because AMP cannot communicate with the established system during an off-site configura…
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How to Use Image Pull via MJPEG Network Video Stream
Overview MaxColor Series Encoders and Decoders generate an MJPEG video stream that can be viewed in a web browser or displayed within a control system interface. The stream provides motion video without audio at resolutions up to 1280 × 720 and frame rates up to 30 fps. The MJPEG service provides two viewing option…
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How to Use Serial over IP (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Serial over IP allows a control system to send RS232 commands through a Just Add Power system to control sources, displays, and other endpoint devices connected to an Encoder or Decoder. Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series devices support three Serial Modes: * Passive: Extends a physical RS232 connection …
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KVM Support Overview and System Architectures
Overview KVM support allows a USB Human Interface Device (HID) —such as a keyboard, mouse, or touchscreen—connected to a Decoder to send control input back to a device connected to an Encoder . When combined with native video switching, Just Add Power systems function as both an Audio/Video matrix and a…
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Product Series Comparison Guide
Overview Compare the video capabilities, connections, and system features available with MaxColor Series, Ultra Series, and Omega Series devices. Use this guide to narrow your product selection, then check the specifications of each Encoder, Decoder, and specialty device. * MaxColor Series: Up to 4K60 video. * U…
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How to Manage Power and Data LEDs (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview Omega Series, Ultra Series, and MaxColor Series Encoders and Decoders support commands and settings that change Power and Data LED behavior. * Commands: Change LED behavior immediately without a reboot. These changes do not persist through a reboot. * Startup settings: Change LED behavior after the set…
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How to Factory Default a Device (Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Overview This article outlines the available methods to factory default a Just Add Power Omega (OM), Ultra (UL), and MaxColor (MC) Series device. Minimum Supported Firmware: * Omega (OM) and Ultra (UL) Series: B1.1.0 or newer * MaxColor (MC) Series: MAX v3.5.2 or newer Note: Omega (OM) and Ultra (UL) Series…
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Spec Sheet - ST1 - Audio Encoder / Decoder (2G Legacy Mode, Omega, Ultra, and MaxColor Series)
Model Number ST1 Product Page See product page for device information and specifications Go to Product Page
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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 …

