AJA KUMO Series User Manual

KUMO Quick Start Guide v4.3 1 www.aja.com
KUMO
Quick Start Guide
Introduction
This Quick Start Guide provides a basic overview of KUMO system connections
and configuration.
KUMO Router Connections
Figure 1. KUMO Rear Panel Connections (3232 shown, other models similar)
SDI Video Inputs 1-32
(Top Two Rows)
Redundant 12 VDC
Power Supplies
PS1 & PS2
RJ-45 Ethernet
10/100/1000
LAN Connector
REF BNCs
Ext Ref Video
Looping
RS-422 Serial
9 Pin Female
D Connector
Identify
LED
Resessed
Reset Button
SDI Video Outputs 1-32
(Bottom Two Rows)
Published September 14, 2017

AJA KUMO Series Specifications

General

Type	Router
Network Interface	10/100/1000 Ethernet
Redundant Power	Optional
Power Supply	100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Form Factor	1RU, 2RU (depending on model)
Video Formats	SD, HD, 3G-SDI

Summary

Introduction to KUMO

KUMO Router Connections and Features

Rear Panel Overview

Diagram illustrating the rear panel connections of the KUMO 3232 router, showing inputs, outputs, and control ports.

Power Supply Connectors

Details on connecting external power supplies (PS1 & PS2) to the KUMO unit for operation and redundancy.

RJ-45 Ethernet Connector

Information on connecting the KUMO router to an Ethernet LAN for web server access and network control.

Reference BNC Connector

Explanation of the looping input for synchronizing KUMO timing with house video signals using analog or tri-level sync.

Video Inputs and Outputs

Description of connecting SDI video signals to the router's input and output BNC connectors in Normal Mode.

Advanced Modes and Serial Control

Dual and Quad Modes

Explanation of how inputs and outputs utilize adjacent BNC pairs or groups for routed signals in different modes.

RS-422 Serial Connector

Details on the RS-422 DB-9 connector for serial connections and interoperability with other equipment.

Older Model RS-422 Adapter

Information regarding the RS-422 adapter required for older KUMO routers with serial numbers ending in -R0.

KUMO Control Panel and Initial Setup

KUMO Control Panel Connections

Overview of KUMO CP connections, featuring Ethernet and power supply ports but no BNC or RS-422 ports.

Default Auto Configure

Guidance on direct-connecting KUMO router and CP via Ethernet for automatic system setup and operation.

Network Configuration Strategies

DHCP on Existing Network

Method for connecting KUMO routers to a network with a DHCP server for automatic IP assignment.

Computer Auto Discovery

Techniques for network auto discovery, including Mac Bonjour and Windows UPnP for KUMO device connection.

Temporary Static IP Address Configuration

Setting KUMO to Temporary Static IP

Procedure to set KUMO devices to a temporary static IP address for direct connection and initial setup.

System Control and Network Setup

Larger System Control Configurations

Overview of controlling multiple KUMO routers with KUMO CPs using web browser or network interfaces.

TCP-IP Network Connection

Information on supporting TCP-IP networking via DHCP or Static IP addressing for KUMO devices.

Static IP Address Configuration

Assigning a Static IP Address

Steps to configure a fixed IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway in the KUMO UI Network screen.

Selecting KUMO for Control

How to select a KUMO device from the web interface's home screen dropdown menu for control.

Assigning KUMO CP to Routers

Procedure to assign specific KUMO routers to control panel's Router Select buttons via the web page.

Locating KUMO Devices on Network

Identify Button Functionality

Using the web UI Identify button to locate physical KUMO routers or panels by flashing LEDs or buttons.