VANCO VPW-280754 - Manual (Page 13)

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LAN Control
The matrix can also be controlled via LAN over a network/web browser using the supplied NET CTL software or
LAN protocols from third party companies, such as Control 4. As with COM CTL, install the NET CTL software
included with the matrix (also downloadable from www.vanco1.com) and run the program by double-clicking
NETCTL.exe
ATTENTION Use a ‘straight through’ ethernet cable for switch/router connection and a ‘cross-over’ cable for
connection to a PC. Using the incorrect cable will not damage your equipment, but it may result in poor/no
connection. Make sure that your LAN cable is correctly terminated and firmly connected to ports before running
the software.
On initial opening, the program will first create a NETCTL.TXT file that will serve as a device backup for future
use; including connection settings such as IP address and MAC address of the VPW-280754, as well as
its name if you decide to change the name of your matrix (see Device Name section below). On subsequent
openings, NETCTL will then search the Matrix for the saved data required for connection.
If using for the first time, the program will automatically
detect the IP address being used, with the result displayed in
the white area beneath.
Should no result appear or if the system is unable to detect
an IP address automatically, press the “SEARCH” button to
locate.
When the IP address appears, click “READ DEVICE” to attach
the IP address to the system and the IP address will change
to a default factory serial number MX0404-PP or MX0404-
HE1.
Should you wish to change the name of your matrix from the
factory default, just right click on the serial number and select
‘rename’ from the dropdown menu. Input the new name and
press OK.
Double click on the device name/default factory serial number
(or right click and OPEN) and you will be directed to a web
login page in your internet browser.
Enter the default password of ten zeros ‘0000000000’ and
click “LOGIN” to take you to the matrix controller screen.