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1. Figure 4 VIA Connect PRO Main User Screen and Features VIA Connect PRO VIA Connect PRO Functions and What They Do Item lcon Action Features ee user to see and access all available features of VIA Connect PRO Step In Allows the user to show his device s screen on main display or Step Out to step out Participants Provides a list of all participants in the session 4 Multimedia Supports video formats avi vob mp4 mov mpx ex mpg Shares smooth full motion video up to 1080p 60 MP3 files and photos 5 Cloud Drag and drop files to the cloud to share instantly with everyone in the session Enable Control Gives participants control over the presenters Mac or PC laptop 7 Whiteboard Click to open a whiteboard at the main screen It activates Start Collaboration automatically and allows the user to interact and control the main display ca File Transfer Shares files between the available participants during the session Start Click to collaborate through a common display using your own Collaboration device Multiple users can interact and control the main display at the same time 10 Chat Allows sending chat messages among available participants during that session 4 1 Using VIA Connect PRO VIA Connect PRO is a powerful and versatile collaboration hub that gives participants a wide selection of presentation tools In this section we ll look at each of those tools and discuss briefly how it w
2. Features x Multimedia Google Drive Step In Participants C D Start Collaboration Z DI Dropbox SkyDrive Figure 22 iPad VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 88 ME x ooo PYR ooo Features Step In Participants CA Multimedia Browser d gt 6 Start Collaboration Google Drive CY SkyDrive Figure 23 iPhone VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 000 000 Features Multimedia File Transfer Figure 24 PC Start Collaboration Participants Enable Control Whiteboard CA VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 5 Technical Specifications INPUTS GRAPHIC OUTPUTS AUDIO OUTPUT PROCESSOR MAIN MEMORY LAN Gigabit LAN AUDIO OUTPUT Analog or embedded HDMI minimum impedance for headphones 320 STORAGE 32GB solid state drive POWER SUPPLY 65W power adapter 19V 3 4A INPUT VOLTAGE 100V 220V AC 50 60Hz auto sensing OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F o oF STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 11 8cm x 11 5cm x 4 0cm 4 6 x 4 5 x 1 6 W D H NET WEIGHT 0 475kg 1 0lbs INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 3 power cords US EU UK Kramer mini DP to VGA adapter VESA mounting bracket Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer E
3. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VIA Connect PRO Collaboration Hub For Firmware Version 1 7 P N 2900 300419 Rev 3 VIA CONNECT PRO QUICK START GUIDE For Installer This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to www True Collaboration com to download the latest manual or scan the GR code above STEP 1 Check VYhat s inthe Box 1 VIA Connect PRO Collaboration Device 3 Quick Start Guide 2 Power supply with power cords 4 Mini DP to VGA Adapter STEP 2 Inputs and Outputs ata Glance Always switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your VIA Connect PRO MacBook A Laptop Android eae pe ge Device 4 Z5 eve HDMI Mini DP Wireless Mouse Keyboard Output Output Router Always use Kramer high performance cables for connecting AV equipment to the VIA Connect PRO STEP 3 Connect the Unit Connect keyboard and mouse Connect your main display Connect a Local Area Network LAN cable for connection to your network or use a router for connection to Wi Fi Connect the power supply Turn on the device STEP 4 Configure VIA Connect PRO Open the VIA Connect PRO menu and click on Features then on Settings Enter password supass The Settings Menu tabs are LAN Settings Configure your network parameters or use the DHCP option to get an automatic IP address Apply settings and reboot Room
4. Always show on Wallpaper If the room code is activated it always shows on the wallpaper below the room name otherwise the room code only shows when logging into any client Set here also the refresh time of the Room Code 30 minutes as default Show Date Time on Wallpaper Displays the date time on the top right of the display Show Room Name Code on second Display also Supported only if there is a second display connected to the VIA Connect PRO unit This feature allows you to show the Room Name on the wallpaper of the second display connected The color of the text of the room name the room code the date and time to show on the background of the VIA Connect PRO wallpaper can also be changed in this Settings menu Click on the square to select your preferred color iOS Mirror Activate or Deactivate the iOS Mirroring Feature When activated for the first time the VIA s AirPlay device will be named VIA_AirMirror_XXXX where XXXX is a random combination of letters and numbers This is the name that will appear when you look for AirPlay devices on your iOS device and it can be changed Additionally it will default to allow 4 iOS devices to be mirrored to the VIA Connect PRO simultaneously This setting can also be changed Once these setting changes have been made click Apply Reboot the VIA Connect PRO to allows the settings to take effect Auto Power Off Timing Activate this feature to allow the unit to Auto Power
5. Connect PRO Alternatively the DHCP option is set as default on your unit to get an automatic IP address for easy Plug and Play setup when connecting your Connect PRO to the network When changing these settings make sure they are correct Incorrect values can cause a loss of communication To change the IP address e Click on LAN Settings e SelectIP configuration gt Static Enter as required the IP address subnet mask default gateway DNS server 1 4 7 2 SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls Wallpaper Authentication Mirroring IP Configuration Static C DHCP IP Address 10 0 1 8 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 10 0 1 8 DNS Serverl 10 0 1 8 Host Configurator Apply Settings Figure 13 LAN Settings Screen e When finished click on Apply Settings e Click OK at the Confirmation Message e Click on Reboot to restart the system with the new settings Room Name Code Settings To activate deactivate Room Code Date amp Time VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO w J MV Show Room Name on wallpaper IT Activate Room Code E x SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Configurations System Controls Wallpaper Authentication Mirroring Room Code Room Name Settings _ 10 0 1 8 I Always Show on Wallpaper Room Code Refresh Time minutes 30 KW Show Date Time on wallpaper __ Fig
6. PRO Collaboration Hub Feature Function USB 3 0 Connectors Connect to up to two USB devices Q SPDIF 3 5mm Mini Jack Connects to earphones or a speaker digital embedded audio from HDMI and analog audio supported S PDIF not presently supported 6 Mini DisplayPort Connector Connects to a mini DisplayPort acceptor e USB3 0 Connectors Connect to up to two USB devices VIA Connect PRO Introduction 2 Setting Up li Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VIA Connect PRO After connecting VIA Connect PRO connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the VIA Connect PRO as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 you need A VIA Connect PRO Wireless Collaboration Hub A display projector monitor or screen NOTE A touchscreen display is best for annotation A Local Area Network LAN cable for connection to your network For wireless network connectivity use a commercial wireless router The following client devices are applicable with Kramer s VIA collaboration hub A Windows 7 8 32 bit 64 bit computer A Macintosh computer using OSX 10 6 5 or newer version 10 6 8 recommended An iPad iPhone tablet smartphone with the VIA Connect PRO app installed iPad 2 or later iOS 5 or later iOS 6 0 recommended An Android OS 3 2 tablet smartphone with the VIA Connect PRO app installed HDMI N Display Ethernet Mini DP
7. as appears in the wallpaper VIA IP Address Room Name 192 168 11 67 Nickname Enter a name for your device Nickname dave cova Room Code Enter a 4 digit code as it appears in the wallpaper Room Code BAGE Login Login Press Login to join the meeting STEP 4 Main Menu x ooaga T aonad CJ PA Features Step in Participants VIA Click on Step in to put your screen up front and on Participants to see who else is connected STEP 5 Features Wireless Connection z Enable Control ate Bring your own device BYOD and join LC Give a participant control over the e the session through wireless connection presenters MAC or PC laptops Chat Send an instant message to any other participant MultiMedia Je Share uninterrupted full HD wireless video Ge streaming up to 1080p60 and photos Annotate illustrate and edit shared documents touchscreen compatible Drag and drop files to the cloud to share instantly with everyone in the meeting Cloud LJ Whiteboard File Transfer Start Collaboration Click to collaborate through a common display using your own device Multiple users can interact and control what s happening on the main display at the same time Share any size file with any number of participants gt LA iOS Mirroring Show any content from your iOS device on the main display Contents 1 Introduction 1 1 Applications amp Features 1 2 Controls and Connectio
8. chy O C gt viaadmin ch O C gt 4 7 7 Mirroring Settings By default the iOS mirroring is enabled and the settings are shown as in the following example VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 8 x V N SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code a System Controls Wallpaper Authentication Mirroring IV Mirror Settings Mirror Name ViA_AirMirror 91D0 Max no of mirrors 2 gt Apply The VIA AirPlay device is named VIA_AirMirror_XXXX where XXXX is a random combination of letters and numbers This is the name that appears when you look for AirPlay devices on your iOS device and it can be changed Additionally it defaults to allow four iOS devices to simultaneously mirror on the VIA Connect PRO This setting can also be changed Once these setting changes have been made click Apply Reboot the VIA Connect PRO for the settings to take effect Managing Settings from the VIA Web Management Interface To manage settings using the Web browser e Open the Web browser and enter the IP address for your VIA Connect PRO unit e Enter user name su and password supass e Clickon VIA Management tab to access the Settings menu Note Any additional user can be created and get Web administrator credentials VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 8 1 1 Network Settings Use LAN settings to change the IP address DNS and default gateway of VIA Connect PRO Apply Settings aft
9. groups or OUs similar to the above Moderator Participant hierarchy Do not use groups which have any employee in common If there is no such group or organizational unit OU create them in a way that an employee is not in the moderator and the participant group at the same time SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls Wallpaper Mirroring IT Activate Moderator Mode Authentication Mode C Database Based C Active Directory C Basic Active Directory Settings Active Directory Domain C Group Based OU Based VIA Group OU Active Directory Group OU Moderator Participant Note All connecting devices are governed through this AD or cannot login 1 Click Activate Presentation Mode 2 Click Active Directory under Authentication Mode 3 Under Active Directory Settings type in the Active Directory name in Active Directory Domain text box VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 Select the Group Based or OU Based radio button as per your Active Directory configuration 5 Based on the above selection type the name of Moderator and Participant Group OU in their respective boxes Note VIA Connect PRO does not discover and connect to the Active Directory rather it relies on you to correctly enter the details If there is a typographical error in any of fields the users Moderators and Participants cannot log in 6 Click Apply and Reboot to apply the changes a
10. menu and then click on the cloud Cry icon to go to the Cloud directory where all the users shared files were saved CLOUD Name Woditied bate Ye sue share Dente Figure 10 Shared Files on the Cloud e To delete one single file from the cloud directory click on the Trash icon m A warning note appears that this is a permanent delete action e To delete all files from the cloud directory click on Clean Directory A warning note appears that this is a permanent delete action 4 6 Whiteboard Collaboration The whiteboard function used by the admin creates a canvas on the VIA Connect PRO hub With whiteboard the admin can e Access a wide range of drawing and annotating tools Insert any kind of images To open Whiteboard by the admin e Go to the main menu and click on the Whiteboard icon This starts a whiteboard session on VIA Connect PRO Users can collaborate on a shared document using their own device To comment on content shown on main display user needs to e Click on Start Collaboration or Whiteboard icon Drag the cursor to the main display e Start annotate by using whiteboard tools Multiple users can interact annotate and control the main display at the same time 4 6 1 Whiteboard Functions 4 Boecos h 07 amp B Al E as File Colors Size Eraser Erase All Text Zare 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RIO RAUL Shaw Capture Previous New Next Arrow Notes Keyboard Save Desktop Area Page Page Pag
11. s PC Windows or Mac OS In our example Figure 6 user Dave has stepped in and the Admin has taken control of Dave The admin can work on Dave s system as he has taken control Admin can play media or work on a document or presentation file collaboratively with Dave Any other participant who wants to take control or collaborate with Dave s system can click on the Start Collaboration icon and drag his laptop mouse to the top and off their local screen That cursor now moves to the VIA Connect PRO unit and appears on the main display of Dave Buttons are shown in the picture below ooo R 000 Features Whiteboard WA viaadmin Room Name 192 168 0 151 Participant Name co dave CO Q jm joe O Display Status gt L D DACCI Participants V 1 5 1214 244 Chat File Selected Share O D O DB O gt Figure 6 Enable Control 4 3 Chatting with Participants The admin or user can start a chat session to exchange text messages between users To initiate a chat session e Go to the participant list and click the chat icon O for the desired participant The chat window opens Figure 7 and you can chat with selected participant VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO fi 000 BE PR o Features Step In Participants WA PARTICIPANTS joe dave Hi Joe Hello Dave What a great meeting session dave Yes it is Figure 7 Chat
12. 002 Q For tablets and smartphones the Kramer VIA app is found in the App Store iOS and Google Play Android Alternatively you can open your Web browser on your mobile device and enter the IP address for your VIA Connect PRO unit choose from the following two options Get your iOS App Get your Android App VA KRAMER Download the app to your tablet phone and install When the app is run the following screen appears VIA Connect PRO Setting Up 2 3 2 4 Room Name 192 168 0 151 Nick Name joe Room Code Logging In to VIA Connect PRO Windows and Mac OS e Choose a username nickname for your device it can be any mix of letters and numbers then enter it on the login screen e Next enter the room code seen on the lower right part of the screen This lets you access VIA Connect PRO iOS and Android First enter the IP address for the VIA Connect PRO This is found on the main display screen in the lower left Next choose a username nickname for your device it can be any mix of letters and numbers then enter it on the login screen of your device Finally enter the room code as seen on the lower right part of the screen This lets you access VIA Connect PRO Now you re ready to go Using iOS Mirroring to Share your Screen All participants in a meeting using an Apple device can mirror their screen by using the Airplay service No application is required to activate this mode H
13. 8 Webadmin Activity Log VA KRAMER Welcome su Update Firmware Maintenance Reboot Shutdown VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO Webadmin Activity Log Start Date 015 07 05 End Date 015 07 05 User Name CO Action Taken Search Total number of log entries found 8 Action Taken Activity Date Login 2015 07 05 13 22 PM Success Deactivate 2015 07 05 13 22 PM DND by su Logout 2015 07 05 13 22 PM Success Login 2015 07 05 14 56 PM Success Presentation mode by su Activate 2015 07 05 14 57 PM Logout 2015 07 05 14 57 PM Success Login 2015 07 05 14 59 PM Success Login 2015 07 05 15 46 PM Success Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER 4 8 1 9 Update Firmware Click on Utilities on the left menu and then select Update Firmware Browse your computer to select the correct file downloaded for the VIA Connect PRO and click Upload The process will start automatically VA Redirect To VIA Server r Current Version User Management _ 6 amp eu eed Choose File ecg Upload VIA Management Utilities VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number OECS 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER Upon completion of the process reboot the unit Note that the upload process and then the unit reboot may take a few minutes 4 8 1 10 Maintenance Click on Utilities on the left menu and then
14. A Connect PRO is Kramer s unique powerful wireless presentation and collaboration hub It converts any display at any location into an interactive meeting point and it works with a wide range of presentation devices from desktop and notebook computers to tablets and smartphones Each participant in a VIA Connect PRO session can quickly view edit annotate comment and share content with other participants Participants can share their ideas through the primary screen or break off with others into smaller groups during a meeting The VIA Connect PRO integrates seamlessly with any organization s current IT infrastructure converting any projector or screen into a networked device that users can share and view on their current devices Every local connection to VIA Connect PRO is wireless free of dongles cables and other compatibility peripherals Key features of VIA Connect PRO e Login using conventional Wi Fi or LAN connections no dongle needed e Provides true HD 1080p 60 video streaming e Supports Windows laptops and MAC as well as iOS and Android mobile operating systems e Compatible with all common Web browsers e Up to 255 simultaneous users can be logged in e Upto 4 participant screens can be displayed simultaneously e Touchscreen compatibility with whiteboard and full annotation controls 1 1 Applications amp Features Present share chat send and receive files hold sidebar conversations annotate edit and s
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16. DIE Features Step Out Participants _ DND Activated The other users can see a modified user interface that is only allows access to the Participants List All other icons are grayed out VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO VIA VIA joe has enabled DND Pa o Features Step In Participants 000 000 Features Step Out Participants DND De Activated The User who enabled DND must disable DND to allow other participants to regain full functionality Facility to Activate Deactivate Chat by Moderator This option is offered to the Moderator of a session to restrain users from chatting Room Code Room Name Settings Show Room Name on Wallpaper This feature displays the Room Name a standard IP address on the VIA Connect PRO home screen By default it displays the current IP address but you can change it to a Domain Name System DNS name if local DNS services are supported by the network To change the Room Name enter the new address or DNS name then click on Apply and reboot VIA Connect PRO To login any device to the VIA Connect PRO client you must enter the same Room Name in the location field on your device Activate Room Code The Room Code is a security overlay feature that generates and updates a four digit code It appears on the lower right of the VIA Connect PRO home page When activated this code must be entered by any device before logging into VIA Connect PRO
17. Gateway Features Manage the features available on the VIA gateway Remove the features that you do not want to offer to the users Click on the on the icon you want to hide Please note that any removed feature will be just hidden and not deleted The space allocated to this specific icon will be left blank so you can manually reorganize the order of the icons by simply dragging them to your prefferred scheduling Make sure you click on Apply and Reboot your unit to apply these changes VA KRAMER User Management ateway Feature Management O x Apply Reset Reboot VIA Management Utilities Home Logout VIA Version WEB 1 7 0715 432 opyright 2015 4 8 1 7 Client Features Manage the features available on the VIA client Remove the features you do not want to offer to the users Click on the on the icon you want to hide Note that any removed feature will be just hidden and not deleted The space allocated to this specific icon will be left blank so you can reorganize manually the order of the icons by simply dragging them to your preferred scheduling Make sure you click on Apply and Reboot your unit to apply these changes p VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO VA KRAMER Welcome su Network Settings VIA Site Management Wallpaper Configuration Authentication Gateway Features VIA Version WEB 1 7 0715 432 Feature Management ient Feature Management 4 8 1
18. Log Activates the logging of all system activity either by the client or the gateway to aid diagnosing a problem with VIA Connect PRO e Enable Quick Client Access Enables a floating icon on the desktop of the VIA Connect PRO gateway to open the VIA Connect PRO menu The user can click on this icon and the menu opens e Activate Energy Saving Mode Allows the device to switch to sleep mode after 15 minutes of no activity 28 VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 7 4 System Control Settings System controls access the control panel audio settings display settings task manager system health and log files of the VIA Connect PRO unit The log folder is only available if system logging is activated from the configurations tab of settings SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations I System Controls a Wallpaper Authentication Mirroring Audio By System Health P Language Lor EE n Display Log Folder VIA O Activate Unit Figure 16 System Control Screen The VIA Connect PRO unit is pre activated by Kramer VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 7 5 Wallpaper Settings This feature allows any corporation or institution to change the default screen to match their branding and in room equipment usage instructions To change wallpaper e Click on Wallpaper e Click on Import Wallpaper e Connect the USB drive with the wallpaper file must be a png ima
19. Name Code Manage room code and name preferences Configurations Activate System Log and Energy Saver System Controls Manage your display and audio settings run control panel select your language etc Wallpaper Insert a custom wallpaper image Authentication Activate moderator mode and define moderator participant settings Mirroring Activate deactivate iOS mirroring support and configure it After settings are defined click on the reboot button to apply all settings For more details read the Settings section in the user manual VIA CONNECT PRO QUICK START GUIDE For User STEP 1 Connect Your Device to the Proper Network Connect your device to the same network used by Kramer VIA Connect PRO in the specific meeting room either VV Fi or LAN STEP 2 Run or Download the Application MAG or PC 1 Navigate to the embedded Web page of VIA Connect PRO by entering the Room Name of the VIA into your computer s browser 2 Select Click to Run to execute the application only intended for guests who will be using the VIA once or select Click to Install VIA to download the VIA application on your computer intended for regular users of the VIA VVelcome to VIA Collaboration Hub VA ca Click to Run VIA Click to Install VIA iOS Android 1 Download and install the free VIA App from Apple s App Store or Google s Play Store Use the QR code above STEP 3 Login Room Name Copy the room name
20. Off at a selected time note that it is a 24 hours based clock Language Select your preferred language for your VIA interface Date and Time Format for Web Interface Select your preferred Date and Time format VA Welcome su Configuration nfiguratio Activate System Log Enable Quick Client Access Network Settings Activate Energy Saver Mode a n VIA Site Management Wallpaper Do Not Disturb Facility to activate deactivate chat by Moderator oom Code Room Name Setting Authentication Show Room Name on 10 018 Appl n Gateway swellpeper Lal Features a Activate Room Code O Client Features Always show on wallpaper n Room Code Refresh Ca Time Minutes Show Date Time on wallpaper Note Room Name Code n 24 hours format OS Mirro a Mirror Name IA_AirMirror_91DO Max no of pe tn nguag Select Language English ate and Time Format for Web interface eee ti Bae ame Y M cd HH MM AM VIA Version WEB 1 7 0715 432 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER 4 8 1 5 Authentication There are three different moderator modes Authentication Activate Moderator Mode Authentication Modi Database Based Active Directory Basic rece VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO Refer to Section 4 7 6 for more details 4 8 1 6
21. See Note SN gt la Q Wireless Keyboard amp Mouse MacBook Android iOS for Admin Control Laptop Device Device Note For VGA display use Mini DP to VGA Adapter Cable included accessory Figure 2 Connecting the VIA Connect PRO Collaboration Hub 2 1 Connecting VIA Connect PRO to a Display VIA Connect PRO is equipped with HDMI and mini DP display output connectors e The HDMI connection can be used with any compatible projection or direct view display such as an LCD monitor This connection carries embedded audio and can also be routed and switched just like any other HDMI connection e The mini DisplayPort connector connects to a DisplayPort display or to a VGA display by means of a mini DP to VGA adapter cable included in the packaging of VIA Connect Pro VIA Connect PRO s internal video card reads the Extended Display Identification Data EDID for any connected display and sets the optimum display resolution and image refresh rate automatically through the HDMI and Mini DisplayPort jacks VIA Connect PRO Setting Up ew 2 2 For full functionality VIA Connect PRO must be connected to a local area network LAN You must assign an IP address to the VIA Connect PRO NOTE Do not turn the device on before connecting the LAN port to the network NOTE To allow participation in a collaborative session Send and receive content connect the VIA Connect PRO hub and all participant devices PCs MACs
22. Window In the chat window the participant s name is at the left side of the window and your chat messages are on the right side The user can check for active chat sessions by going to Features gt Chat Sharing Files VIA Connect PRO can transfer files between PC Mac logged in users To share a file CO Chat e Go to the participant list and click on the file share icon for the desired participant with whom you wish to share a file e Inthe cloud directory select the desired file on your device Then click Share gt VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 000 LJ 000 Features Whiteboard To dave Cancel All VIN gt 23 Be Participants a I MP Figure 8 Admin File Sharing The target participant needs to select a location to save the file and start the file transfer process Once completed the file is saved on that participant s system ooo T 000 C Features Step In PR Participants Figure 9 User File Sharing When completed the file is saved at receiver s system You can check or cancel currently sharing file from Features gt File eg Transfer VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO File Transfer 4 5 Accessing Cloud Data The cloud is used by the admin to access all data that has been shared by participants using VIA Connect PRO hub To access cloud data e Click on Features in the Admin main
23. ag over the desired area Directly captures a window and all of its content Saves your activity in either jpg or pdf format Show hide annotations Exits the whiteboard 4 7 VIA Connect PRO Settings Menu The Settings menu is where you configure your VIA Connect PRO unit The Settings menu tabs include LAN Settings configures network parameters e Room Name Room Code manages room code and name preferences e Configurations activates deactivates energy saving mode and system log e System Controls manages your display and audio settings and selects the preferred language Wallpaper inserts a customized wallpaper o Authentication activates moderator mode and defines moderator participants settings e Mirroring Enables and configures your iOS mirroring feature To open the settings page use keyboard and mouse connected to VIA Connect PRO unit e Click on Features to expand e Click on Settings It requests user name and password for the VIA Admin user SETTING AUTHENTICATION User Name su Password Enter user name su and the password supass 4 7 1 VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO The Settings screen opens SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 N Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls Wallpaper Authentication Mirroring Figure 12 Settings Screen LAN Settings Use LAN settings to change the IP address DNS and default gateway of VIA
24. automatically provide individual configuration to added gateways or the settings can be configured locally Some changes must be made to the gateway before it can be managed from a VIA Site Management Server e Type the VIA Site Management Server IP e Type a Gateway ID a gateway ID can be a random number as long as it is unique It helps identify the VIA Collage or Connect unit in question e Click Validate and Save for changes to take effect e Choose the settings From HQ to download the setting from the HQ server or choose From Gateway to keep the local settings e Click Reboot to restart the unit kaamen Redirect To VIA Server All From VIA Site Management All From Gateway VIA Site Management VIA Server IP Gateway ID N User Management VIA Management Network Settings VIA Site Management Reset Wallpaper Settings From VIA Site Management From Gateway Wallpaper Configuration Settings From VIA Site Management From Gateway Authentication Settings From VIA Site Management From Gateway ateway Features Settings From VIA Site Management From Gateway lient Features Settings From VIA Site Management From Gateway soon C men VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER Contact your regional sales representative for more details about this solution 4 8 1 3 Wallpaper This feature allow
25. ave copies of all your work just as you would with a whiteboard or flip chart except that you can do it all from your notebook computer tablet and smartphone Here are just a few of the things you can do with VIA Connect PRO Up to four different participant screens can be shown at the same time VIA Connect PRO automatically sizes each screen to the maximum available resolution Finished sharing Tap Step out to disconnect Chat and Share a file Need to ask a meeting participant a question Click on their screen name and send them a text message with complete privacy Windows and Mac PC users can also share files between themselves or the main presenter all at the click of a mouse Control a participant s computer Need to access files or play back a presentation from a participant s PC Simply click Enable Control on the PC and its cursor can be controlled remotely to launch programs and play media Multimedia Sometimes it s just easier to explain your ideas with a video Simply click the Multimedia tab on your device s screen and you can load and display JPEG images all operating systems and play MP4 videos You can also display and share PDFs from any logged in device VIA Collage features a 10Mbps maximum video bitrate for 30fps or 60fps videos and handles video files of up to 8GB 1 2 Controls and Connections This section defines VIA Connect PRO JUQUUUOCOUUUUUU0 o 5 fies Figure 1 VIA Connect
26. client in the Moderator mode Moderator Default user name su Default password supass Participant Default user name user Default password userpass You can create more users as needed To create users e Open the VIA Connect PRO Web site by entering the VIA Connect PRO IP address in any Web browser e At the top login with default moderator username supass The moderator can create a database of participants by assigning a Username Password and Role Moderator or Participant to each one of them as shown in Figure 19 below Redirect To VIA Server a PE a User Name User Management Add User Password User List Change Password VIA Management Moderator Participant Utilities Web Administrator a VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER Figure 19 Moderator Mode Now any user who was created by the moderator can get permission to join the session It is also possible to select one or more users to be Web Administrator with the ability to change the settings from the Web administration interface To login into the VIA Connect PRO client when Presentation Mode is activated e Open the VIA Connect PRO client and enter the location IP address of the VIA Connect PRO gateway Enter user name and password as defined by moderator Now you see the Room Code field e Enter the room code if Room Code is activated e C
27. duct should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT
28. e 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Figure 11 Whiteboard Toolbar Item icon Action File Share Shares files between the available participants during the session Notes Creates comments or remarks about your annotation at whiteboard page 10 1 i also annotate at the running application using desktop stylus 13 14 Capture Area The mouse pointer turns into plus sign Click the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and drag along the screen to the limit of the capture The selected area is displayed in gray The area is then included in the current or new page as an object Moves to previous page when multiple pages added Creates a new page or to add a new page Next Page Moves to next page when multiple pages added 4 6 2 Show Desktop Show Desktop allows you to hide the whiteboard and to navigate freely on your desktop A toolbar is available for making annotations on your desktop and capturing an object For example capture an area of the screen and add it as an object in your current page Name Whiteboard Pencil Eraser Selection Tool Capture Area Tool Window Selection Show Hide VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO Action Press this button to immediately return to your board page Writes on the whiteboard Erases precisely what you have written on the whiteboard Selects any object to move it and apply changes The mouse pointer turns into plus sign Click and dr
29. e 4 digit security code when attempting to mirror you iOS device This code appears on the main screen of the VIA Connect PRO VIA Connect PRO Functions and What They Do VIA Connect PRO presents two types of screens depending whether it is being used by the Admin or by a User The following screen shots illustrate both types Figure 3 shows the VIA Connect PRO main Admin screen and its functions x oo Fg go Features Whiteboard Participants IVIA Go Cloud Shutdown Reboot Settings 5 6 7 Figure 3 VIA Connect PRO Admin Screen and Features Item icon Action 1 Features Allows user to see and access all available features of VIA Connect PRO 2 Whiteboard Opens a canvas to annotate draw and update document collaboratively over a live stream Participants Provides a list of all participants in the session 4 Cloud Drag and drop files to the cloud to share instantly with everyone in the session Shutdown Shuts down VIA Connect PRO system 6 Reboot Reboots VIA Connect PRO System 7 Settings Performs settings on the LAN configurations related to room code system controls wallpaper and activation center Figure 4 shows the VIA Connect PRO main User screen and its functions aoe CI o 3 o Features Step In Participants _ VIA ei G TO Gy Multimedia Cloud Enable Control Whiteboard 4 9 6 7 e O cd File Transfer Start Collaboration Chat 8 9 10
30. er finishing Alternatively DHCP option will be set as default on your unit to get automatic IP address for easy Plug and Play setup when connecting your Connect PRO to the network Information about the Disk Space in use can be found here as well as the MAC address of the VIA Connect PRO device VA User Management Network Settings VIA Management Static Device Information Gateway IP Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway Utilities DNS Server Home Logout Mac Address 74 D4 35 CE 91 D0 Total Disk Size 26 7 GB Space Available 21 1 GB Reboot Shutdown VIA Version WEB 1 7 0715 432 4 8 1 2 VIA Site Management VIA Site Management Server VSM Server is an optional software application subject to a separate pricing that allows an administrator to monitor and make changes to all connected VIA Connect PRO or Connect gateways It is a Web based interface that allows the administrator to e Add or modify an existing VIA Gateway VIA Collage VIA Connect PRO Push various settings like configuration gateway features client features and so on to Collage Connect units e Update Collage Connect units from the central server when the updates become available VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 39 e Manage the following statuses for all Collage Connect units attached to the VSMS CPU usage HDD usage Off on status Configuration and download status Version status The VSMS can
31. ge file and click OK from your system Upload begins e Click on Reboot The background image on VIA Connect PRO changes after rebooting SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls i Wallpaper B Authentication Mirroring Import Wallpaper Figure 17 Wallpaper Screen 30 VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 4 7 6 Authentication Settings In this section you can activate the Moderator Mode In this mode a participant requires permission from the moderator to use the Step In function on VIA Connect PRO To enable Moderator Mode Click on Authentication e Select Activate Moderator Mode and the desired Authentication Mode SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls Wallpaper a E Mirroring IT Activate Moderator Mode Authentication Mode C Database Based C Active Directory C Basic Active Directory Settings Active Directory Domain C Group Based C OU Based VIA Group OU Active Directory Group OU Moderator Participant Figure 18 Authentication Screen There are three different moderator modes Database based active directory and Basic VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO Ea 4 7 6 1 Database Based This mode requires building a database of users that can access the system The users receive credentials username and password There are two default users available to login into VIA Connect PRO
32. lectronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below What is Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this C
33. lick on Login VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 33 VIN KRAMER Room Name 10 0 1 9 User Name jim Password j s_ geecvee Code 7783 O Powered By WOW Vision Figure 20 Login Screen When Moderator Mode is Active To start a presentation e Click on Step In and VIA Connect PRO sends a request to the moderator for display permission user is requesting for display The moderator clicks on Allow full screen to start the participant s presentation on the collaboration display The presentation is now visible on the VIA Connect PRO main display Note The moderator can Step In at any time without permission 4 7 6 2 Active Directory Groups grant access to resources Organizational units OUs control objects and delegate group policy settings VIA Connect PRO seamlessly integrates with Active directories to avoid the hassle of creating users from VIA Connect PRO s Web UI VIA Connect PRO Gateway contains the following groups that must be mapped with Active Directory groups or organizational units e Moderator A user with meeting moderator rights i e this user can directly display his screen on a VIA Connect PRO Gateway and can allow a participant requesting to present on the main display Participant A participant of a presentation session who can join the meeting room but cannot project their desktop without the moderator s permission Active directory must have
34. nd restart the unit 4 7 6 3 Basic Basic is the simplest moderator mode By selecting the Basic check box and rebooting the system the VIA unit now selects the first user logged in as the moderator At any time the moderator can leave his role and anyone else can take it SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code Configurations System Controls Wallpaper Authentication hentication Mirroring IT Activate Moderator Mode Authentication Mode C Database Based C Active Directory Basic Active Directory Settings Active Directory Domain C Group Based C OU Based VIA Group OU Active Directory Group OU Moderator Participant VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO To login into the VIA Connect PRO client when basic moderator mode is activated 1 Open the VIA Connect PRO client and enter the location IP address of the VIA Connect PRO gateway 2 Enter the nickname The Room Code field appears 3 Enter the room code if Room Code is activated 4 Click on Login If you re the first to login you are the default moderator 5 Click on Leave Moderation anytime to stop moderating the session Anyone else can now click on Become Moderator to access this privilege 1 x 000 L PR o Features Step In Participants S V 1 7 0615 510 jim Vv Room Name 10 0 1 9 chal Leave Moderation Display Chat Participant Name Status Selected File Share dave
35. ns 2 Setting Up 2 1 Connecting VIA Connect PRO to a Display 2 2 Downloading and Running VIA Connect PRO Software 2 3 Logging In to VIA Connect PRO 2 4 Using iOS Mirroring to Share your Screen 3 VIA Connect PRO Functions and What They Do 4 Using VIA Connect PRO 4 1 VIA Connect PRO Main Menu 4 2 Enabling Control 4 3 Chatting with Participants 4 4 Sharing Files 4 5 Accessing Cloud Data 4 6 Whiteboard Collaboration 4 7 VIA Connect PRO Settings Menu 4 8 Managing Settings from the VIA Web Management Interface 4 9 User Experience 5 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VIA Connect PRO Collaboration Hub Figure 2 Connecting the VIA Connect PRO Collaboration Hub Figure 3 VIA Connect PRO Admin Screen and Features Figure 4 VIA Connect PRO Main User Screen and Features Figure 5 The Participant List Figure 6 Enable Control Figure 7 Chat Window Figure 8 Admin File Sharing Figure 9 User File Sharing Figure 10 Shared Files on the Cloud Figure 11 Whiteboard Toolbar Figure 12 Settings Screen Figure 13 LAN Settings Screen Figure 14 Room Name Code Screen Figure 15 Configurations Screen Figure 16 System Control Screen Figure 17 Wallpaper Screen Figure 18 Authentication Screen Figure 19 Moderator Mode Figure 20 Login Screen When Moderator Mode is Active Figure 21 Samsung Galaxy Figure 22 iPad Figure 23 iPhone Figure 24 PC 00 0 DU a WN 12 Introduction Welcome to VIA Connect PRO VI
36. oducts this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product Howto Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this pro
37. orks VIA Connect PRO Main Menu This section refers to the user s experience The VIA Connect PRO User main menu has three tabs across the top Features Step In Out and Participants VIN Clicking on the Features icon on the main menu allows the user to see and access all available functions of VIA Connect PRO Clicking on the Step In icon on the main menu displays your PC device screen on the main screen Clicking Step Out removes your device screen from the main screen Clicking on the Participants icon Figure 5 displays a list of all participants in the session x 000 LJ N Features Whiteboard Participants a p V 1 5 1214 244 viaadmin Room Name 192 168 0 151 Display Display Chat File Participant Name Control Status Selected Share Q dave tO gt O gt Q jm om oO DB Q jo A 0 DB 4 2 Under Participants the following icons are used Icon Meaning Display Status Start a presentation at a display The user is currently presenting Chat Status Start a chat session with any available participants The participant is currently chatting with you Click to open the chat session File transfer is already active with that participant File Transfer Start a file transfer with another participant Enable Take control of any user while the user is displaying Control Admin has the control of that user Enabling Control This function allows the admin to take control of a participant
38. overage Last Three years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Who is Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics pr
39. owever the VIA Connect PRO unit must run firmware version 1 6 or later and iOS mirroring feature must be enabled see the settings section for more details 2 4 1 From your iOS Device iPhone or iPad Mini iPad Connect your Apple device to the network where the VIA Connect PRO resides Swipe up from the bottom of the iPad or iPhone to reveal the Control Center Click AirPlay and choose the VIA Connect PRO s AirPlay device name By default the VIA s AirPlay device is named VIA_AirMirror_XXXX where XXXX is arandom combination of letters and numbers Note If the room code is enabled on the VIA Connect PRO you are prompted to enter the same 4 digit security code when attempting to mirror your iOS device This code appears on the main screen of the VIA Connect PRO VIA Pannant DDK Cattine VIA Connect PRO Setting Up AirPlay C VIA_AirMirror Mirroring 2 4 2 MacBooks and Apple Computers Connect your Apple device to the network where the VIA Connect PRO resides Click the AirPlay menu on the Apple Menu Bar This is located in the top right corner of the screen near the clock VIA_AirMirror Open Displays Preferences Choose the VIA Connect PRO s AirPlay device name By default the VIA s AirPlay device is named VIA_AirMirror_XXXX where XXXX is a random combination of letters and numbers Note If the Room Code is enabled on the VIA Connect PRO you are prompted to enter the sam
40. participants display using your own device Multiple users can interact and control what s happening on the main display at the same time iOS Mirroring Show any content from your iOS device on the main display VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 49 Collaboration capabilities have been enhanced with the addition of the popular cloud services e Google Drive e DropBox di SkyDrive e SkyDrive Link your cloud service Google Drive DropBox or SkyDrive account to your VIA application and enjoy full access to your online documents Select one file from your cloud service and select among the following options e Open Open the file on your screen and Step In to share it on main screen e Download Create a copy of your online file to easily access it from your VIA Multimedia Feature e Share Share the selected file using your preferred mailing service Alternatively enjoy the ability to select one file saved in your VIA Multimedia feature photo document or video and choose to upload it to your cloud service account for later usage Note Different devices enable different features depending on the device capabilities See the following illustrations x 000 000 PR Features Participants Ch D Multimedia Collaboration Web Browser A ss Sky Drive Google Drive Dropbox Figure 21 Samsung Galaxy VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO 000 000
41. s any corporation or institution to change the default screen to match their branding and in room equipment usage instructions To change the wallpaper e Click on Upload Wallpaper e Select Wallpaper must be an image file jpeg png bmp from your system e All previously uploaded wallpapers are saved and shown as below To select one of them click on Set e Thenclickon Reboot The background image on VIA Connect PRO changes after rebooting VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO at Redirect To VIA Server User Management VIA Management Network Settings VIA Site Management Wallpaper Configuration Authentication PR Gateway Features Li 9 vA sa ca Client Features Set Delete Set Delete Set Delete 1920 x 1080 1024 x 768 1920 x 1080 Move To 1 VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 4 8 1 4 Configuration Configuration settings are WA Activate System Log Activates the logging of all system activity either by the client or the gateway to aid diagnosing a problem with VIA Connect PRO Activate Energy Saver Mode To allow your unit to enter into sleep mode after 15 minutes of inactivity Do Not Disturb This feature is aimed to easily enable a Do Not Disturb mode that will allow a user to present to the main display without any interruptions Clicking the DND button will prevent ALL interruptions The user that clicked DND has full access to all features 000
42. select Maintenance You can select one by one the default configurations you would like to reset or simply click on select all to reset to complete default factory settings 48 VIA Connect PRO Using VIA Connect PRO CEL Redirect To VIA Server User Management VIA Management Select All Utilities Reset Configuration Reset Wallpaper Reset Users Reset Authentication Reset Gateway Features Reset Client Features VIA Version WEB 1 7 0615 422 Serial Number 0EC5 5D66 86 F59C C3A9 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved KRAMER 4 9 User Experience VIA Connect PRO enables a high level of collaboration in meetings Participants can share files chat edit a common document or stream full HD 1080p 60 video content Following is a summary of VIA Connect PRO functions Vvireless Connection l Ta Enable Control Bring your own device BYOD and join a Give a participant control over the A t R the session through wireless connection presenters MAC or PC laptops S MultiMedia Ghat de Share uninterrupted full HD wireless video Send an instant message to any other streaming up to 1080p60 and photos participant Cloud VVhiteboard 1 Drag and drop files to the cloud to share Annotate illustrate and edit shared instantly with everyone in the meeting documents touchscreen compatible ES File Transfer n Start Collaboration ES Share any size file with any number of i Click to collaborate through a common
43. smartphones tablets to the same network LAN wired wireless The VIA Connect PRO hub receives user s display screen information and multimedia files from their device laptop tablet smartphone and sends them to the collaboration display the display connected directly to VIA Connect PRO hub unit Downloading and Running VIA Connect PRO Software All participants in a meeting must download and run either the Kramer VIA executable file PC Mac or the appropriate Android iOS app To access the PC and Mac executable files e Open your Web browser and enter the IP address for your VIA Connect PRO unit e Your Web browser recognizes your OS MAC Windows and directs you to the correct client software e Choose from following two options Click to Run VIA Click to Install VIA a A E e Torun the VIA app virtually without installing it on your computer select Click to Run VIA Once downloaded locate the file on your computer under Downloads and click to launch it The VIA Connect PRO login screen appears VIA Connect PRO Setting Up e To permanently install the VIA app select Click to Install VIA It downloads an exe file to your computer and asks if you want to run this file Click Yes and follow the Setup instructions The VIA app is saved to the KRAMER folder on your C drive It creates a shortcut on the desktop for easy access WA KRAMER Room Name 192 168 11 67 Nickname dave Room Code 9
44. st information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com 9007 2 440017 3 18007 y SS 4 SG no oS gt O Or Q E a E E p JERE 8 oN ii eA a e N a E E eo A g SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing 2900 300419 Rev 3 P N
45. ure 14 Room Name Code Screen Show Room Name on Wallpaper This feature displays the Room Name a standard IP address on the VIA Connect PRO home screen By default it displays the current IP address but you can change it to a Domain Name System DNS name if local DNS services are supported by the network To change the Room Name enter the new address or DNS name then click on Apply and reboot VIA Connect PRO To login any device to the VIA Connect PRO client you must enter the same Room Name in the location field on your device Activate Room Code The Room Code is a security overlay feature that generates and updates a four digit code It appears on the lower right of the VIA Connect PRO home page When activated this code must be entered by any device before logging into VIA Connect PRO Show Date Time on Wallpaper Displays the date time on the top right of the display The color of the text of the room name the room code the date and time to show on the background of the VIA Connect PRO wallpaper can also IA Connect PRO U be changed in this Settings menu Ising VIA Connect PRO 4 7 3 Configuration Settings To change configurations e Click on Configurations SETTINGS V SET 1 7 0715 228 LAN Settings Room Name Code t D System Controls CAIETE Authentication Mirroring IT Activate Energy Saver Mode IT Activate System Log MV Enable Quick Client Access Figure 15 Configurations Screen e Activate System

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