Product Description
The Gefen EXT - CU - LAN Matrix Controller is an outstanding hardware platform. It's crafted to manage and control Gefen's Video and KVM over IP products in a virtual matrix setting. You can access its user - friendly interface from any web - enabled device like phones, tablets, and PCs. Whether your system is small or highly complex, end - users can easily control matrix routing and access presets. This controller also manages AV network access, offering two levels of security for admins and end - users. With wide applications in broadcast, rental/staging, control rooms, and more, it provides a complete and cost - effective solution for video and audio management in various spaces. Key features include detecting and configuring all Gefen Video and KVM over IP products, a built - in web server for easy access, two Ethernet ports for network segregation, seamless integration with Syner - G software, automatic IP assignment, multiple operation methods, automation control via Telnet and UDP, POE on LAN 1 port, password - protected access, an easy - to - read LCD, system configuration upload/download, plug - and - play installation, a locking power supply connector, a 2U rack - mountable enclosure, and a slanted front panel for ergonomic use. Technical specs: Length 20 inches, Width 7 inches, Height 4 inches, Weight 5.8 lbs, UPC 888814321937, 2 - line 20 - character backlit LCD, 28 tact - type push - buttons, and 1 IR sensor on the front panel.
Using the Gefen EXT - CU - LAN Matrix Controller is a breeze. First, connect it to your network. You can use the built - in web server to access the interface from your phone, tablet, or PC. For easy setup, the system automatically assigns IP addresses to all Gefen Video and KVM over IP devices on the network. You can also use the front - panel push - buttons, handheld IR remote, or the web - based interface to control the matrix routing and access presets. When it comes to security, set up passwords for both user and administrative access. Make sure to keep the power supply connector locked to prevent accidental disconnections. As for maintenance, keep the device in a clean and dry place. Regularly check the Ethernet connections to ensure stable network performance. If you need to change the system configuration, use the upload/download function carefully. When placing the device on a table, the slanted front panel makes it easy to access the buttons and view the display.