Autocue QMaster Complex - Manual (Page 59)

QMaster Comple Language-UserGuide.docx 2012-10-02
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Alternative network connections to a QBox
The number of QBoxes you plan to use will determine the type of connection required.
If you plan to deploy a single QBox system then you can use a direct connection.
If you plan to operate multiple QBoxes from a central control computer you will need to create or link to an
Ethernet network.
Types of connection
You can indirectly link to your QBox by adding the prompting computer and QBox to an existing network. This
connection can be made either using Ethernet cables or via a wireless access point.
You can also setup a direct, peer-to-peer connection using a variety of methods such as:

a dedicated network switch
All connections require the QBox and the computer running the prompting software to use compatible IP addresses
so that information can be passed between them.
IP addresses can be set automatically using data from a DHCP server or via the Zero Configuration (Zeroconf)
protocol. Alternatively they can be set manually.
After connecting your QBox to your computer via an Ethernet switch you must configure the Ethernet port on the
rear of the unit.
Access the network configuration interface
Whichever connection is used, configuration of the LAN port of the QBox is set via the QBox configuration
interface.
1. Press the F8 key on the QBox keyboard to bring up the configuration menu.
Use the Down arrow key to select Configure QBox and then press Enter.
77. Press the Down arrow to highlight Network Configuration and press Enter.