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Details the essential networking technologies and infrastructure requirements for a successful Duet-2 system installation.
Explains how data packets are routed through the network using TCP/IP protocols, including unicast and multicast.
Information on using PoE Ethernet switches to power Duet-2 devices and calculating power requirements.
Details the data rate and switch capacity needed for Duet-2 devices to transmit video and other signals.
Identifies key functions required for network switches, such as Jumbo Frames and IGMP, to support Duet-2.
Provides steps and recommendations for configuring network switches to ensure optimal Duet-2 operation.
Factors to consider when planning the integration of Duet-2 systems into existing network infrastructures.
Guidance for installing Duet-2 endpoints on an existing, converged network infrastructure.
Recommendations and diagrams for setting up Duet-2 devices on a dedicated network for AV over IP.
Guidelines for configuring Duet-2 systems using a single network switch.
Recommendations for using multiple switches and inter-switch link bandwidth for Duet-2.
Details on the Duet-2's primary and expansion Ethernet ports for network connectivity and PoE.
Basic installation scenario for sending video from a single source to a single display.
Configuration for a single encoder to distribute video to multiple decoders over a network.
Connecting multiple encoders to multiple decoders for multipoint-to-multipoint video distribution.
Utilizing Duet-2 for remote computer access and control via USB over IP.
Steps to configure multiple decoders to create a video wall from multiple video streams.
Methods for discovering Duet-2 endpoints on the network using DHCP or Auto IP.
Detailed steps for configuring static IP addresses for Duet-2 encoders and decoders.
Enabling VLAN trunk mode on Duet-2 to separate AV and Dante network traffic.
Manual configuration of stream settings, including unicast and multicast modes.
Setting up unicast mode for one-to-one communication between an encoder and decoder.
Configuring multicast mode for one-to-many video distribution.
Adjusting the bit rate for video streams to manage bandwidth usage.
Options for reducing the frame rate to manage bandwidth or resolution.
Settings to decrease video switching time in the system for quicker transitions.
Enabling and configuring USB over IP for remote control and device access.
Details on Auto Select, Active Per Request, and Active On Link modes for USB over IP.
Support for RS-232 over IP and pass-through for remote device control.
Bi-directional IP/Ethernet to RS-232 control mode for device communication.
Controlling CEC-enabled displays via HDMI connection using the decoder.
Information on user-configurable GPIO pins for future release.
Setting the output resolution for the decoder to match display capabilities.
Configuration options for selecting and managing audio sources for streams.
Selecting audio sources (HDMI, Analog, Dante) for AV over IP streams.
Configuring HDMI as the audio source for AV over IP streams and Dante networks.
Configuring Dante audio for AV over IP streams and Dante networks.
Using analog audio as the source for AV streams on encoders.
Routing AV stream audio to the decoder's analog output.
Routing Dante audio to the decoder's analog output.
Transmitting LPCM audio as an RTP stream from encoders to external systems.
Steps to configure multiple decoders to create a video wall from multiple video streams.
Importing custom EDID files for specific display requirements.
Uploading custom JPEG images as splash screens for decoders.
Overview of Dante integration for audio extraction and insertion with Duet-2.
Recommended VLAN configuration for Dante Network setup to prevent issues.
Setting a timeout for video sources to switch to the splash screen after inactivity.
Enabling power saving by turning off HDMI output after a timeout period.
Forcing encoders to accept HDCP sources or decoders to encrypt output.
Selecting and prioritizing input sources for AV stream and HDMI OUT on encoders.
Enabling or disabling Genlock for free-running decoder output, useful for video walls.
Configuring the decoder's HDMI output operation (NORMAL, OFF, LOGO, STANDBY).
Setting user-defined text overlays to appear on the decoder's display.
Capabilities for mass configuration of decoders via CSV file import.
Overview of information displayed on the DuetE-2 encoder's Device tab.
Network settings and configuration options for the DuetE-2 encoder.
Configuration settings for the DuetE-2 encoder, including stream and audio options.
Further configuration settings for the DuetE-2 encoder, covering various operational parameters.
Enabling USB over IP and selecting modes like Auto Select, Active On Link, or Active Per Request.
Setting for enabling rapid KVM control transition when switching encoders.
Enabling RS-232 over IP and configuring settings for baud rate, data bits, parity, and stop bits.
System-level options for the DuetE-2 encoder, including reboot and password management.
Specific configuration of stream settings for the DuetE-2 encoder, including RTP audio.
Configuring HDCP force settings, HDMI output, and EDID for encoder inputs.
Selecting and uploading custom EDID files for encoder inputs.
Overview of information displayed on the DuetD-2 decoder's Device tab.
Network settings and configuration options for the DuetD-2 decoder.
Configuration settings for the DuetD-2 decoder, including stream host and audio.
Further configuration settings for the DuetD-2 decoder, covering video format and output.
Setting the video output format for the decoder, including resolution and scaling.
Configuring video source timeout and power saving features for the decoder.
Configuring HDCP, Genlock, and HDMI output operations for the decoder.
Enabling info text display and setting user OSD text overlays on the decoder.
Selecting and uploading custom splash screen files for the decoder.
Enabling Video Wall mode and assigning a name to the video wall configuration.
Setting video stretch types and rotating video output for the video wall.
Configuring bezel and gap settings for video walls.
Configuring row and column parameters for video wall layouts.
Enabling USB over IP and RS-232 over IP functionality on the decoder.
Introduction to Vision Lite software for matrix switching, video wall control, and configuration.
Step-by-step instructions for installing the Vision Lite software on a computer.
Instructions on how to copy the Vision Lite Server IP address to the clipboard.
Accessing the Vision Lite User Interface via a web browser.
Navigating to the Configuration page in Vision Lite to manage device settings.
Accessing unit web interfaces and managing unit IDs/locations from the Configuration page.
Using the Routing tab in Vision Lite to drag-and-drop sources to displays.
Information on third-party control drivers and plugins compatible with Visionary products.
Details on API access for qualified System Integrators to control encoders and decoders.
Explanation of the Power and Link LED indicators on the Duet-2 units.
How to check the firmware version of the Duet-2 units via the web interface.
Information on obtaining technical assistance and accessing support resources.
Procedure to reset Duet-2 units to their factory default settings.
Accessing and understanding the diagnostics page for network and system information.
Displaying current video information such as resolution, refresh rate, and HDCP status.
Displaying current audio information like codec, type, frequency, and sample size.
Information on the status of the front LEDs of the unit.
Displaying current unit temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Details on the optional rack mount system available for encoders and decoders.
Specifications for video codec, audio codec, bit rates, latency, and streaming protocols.
Specifications for video resolutions, input/output signal types, switcher, and scaler.
Specifications for audio input/output signal types, digital formats, and analog audio.
Specifications for Ethernet, USB, GPIO, Serial/RS-232, IR, and HDMI interfaces.
Details on LAN, HDMI, USB-C, Euroblock, USB Host, and USB Device connectors.
Specifications for power consumption.
Specifications for cooling, operating temperature, humidity, and acoustic noise.
Specifications for product dimensions and weight.
List of compliance certifications for the product.
General| Brand | Visionary Solutions |
|---|---|
| Model | Duet-2 |
| Category | Media Converter |
| Language | English |
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