Grass Valley 8943FC - Manual (Page 39)

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Configuration and Monitoring
Remote Monitoring and Controls
The 8943FC module can be configured and monitored remotely when an
8900NET module is installed in the GeckoFlex frame using the web-based
GUI or the Newton Control Panel.
8900NET Module Information
Refer to the 8900NET Network Interface Module Instruction Manual for infor-
mation on the 8900NET Network Interface module and setting up and
operating the GeckoFlex frame network.
Note The 8900NET module in the GeckoFlex frame must be running software
version 4.0.2 or higher for proper remote and control panel operation.
Upgrade software and instructions for the 8900NET can be downloaded from
the Grass Valley web site.
ftp://ftp.grassvalley.com/modular/8900/8900net/v4.3.0/
Newton Control Panel Configuration
A Newton Control Panel (hard and/or soft version) can be interfaced to the
GeckoFlex frame over the local network when the 8900NET (Net Card) is
present. Refer to the documentation that accompanies the Newton
Modular Control System for installation, configuration, and operation.
Control panel access offers the following considerations for module config-
uration and monitoring:
• Ability to separate system level tasks from operation ones, minimizing
the potential for on-air mistakes.
• Ability to group modular products—regardless of their physical loca-
tions—into logical groups (channels) that you can easily manipulate
with user-configured knobs.
• Update software for applicable modules and assign frame and panel IP
addresses with the NetConfig Networking application.
• Recommended for real-time control of module configuration parame-
ters, providing the fastest response time.
Note All module functions may not be available with the control panel.