Kramer KC-BRAINware-5 Quick Start

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KC-BRAINware-5 Quick Start
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KC-BRAINware-5 Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your KC-BRAINware-5 for the first time. Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/KC-BRAINware-5 to download the latest user manual and check if
firmware upgrades are available.

Step 1: Check what’s in the box

KC-BRAINware-5 Kramer Control server
1 VESA mounting kit
1 Quick start guide
1 Power Adapter (19V DC)
HDMI cable extender (M to F)

Step 2: Get to know your KC-BRAINware-5

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Feature
Function
1
USB 3.0 Connectors
Connect to up to two USB devices.
2
Audio Output 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to earphones or powered speakers.
3
Power Button
Press to turn the unit on and off.
4
Security Slot
Connect to a security lock cable.
5
Power Connector
Connect to the 19V DC power adapter.
6
HDMITM OUT Connector
Connect to a display.
7
Mini DisplayPort Connector
Connect to a display.
8
LAN RJ-45 Connector
Connect to a LAN network or to a wireless router.
9
USB 3.0 Connectors
Connect to up to two USB devices.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Step 3: Install the KC-BRAINware-5

Install KC-BRAINware-5 using one of the following methods:
• Install the VESA mounting plate on a wall with the 4 screws, insert the 2 hand-tightened screws into the bottom of the device, and mount the device on the mounting plate using the 2 screws.
• Place on a flat surface.
• Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature & air flow) is compatible for the device.
• Avoid uneven mechanical loading.
• Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used for avoiding overloading of the circuits.
• Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
• Maximum mounting height for the device is 2 meters.
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Step 4: Connect the inputs and outputs

Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your KC-BRAINware-5.
Connecting Keyboard, Mouse, and Display are optional. SSH has been enabled by default and is the recommended process for configuring KC-BRAINware-5.

Step 5: Connect the power

Connect the power cord to KC-BRAINware-5 and plug it into the mains electricity.
Safety Instructions (See www.kramerav.com for updated safety information)
Caution:
• For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.
• There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning:
• Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.
• Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

Step 6: Set up KC-BRAINware-5

Knowledge of IP networking is required to perform the following procedure. Inaccurate IP calculation could damage your IP network when you start KC-BRAINware-5.
1. Connect to KC-BRAINware-5 using one of the following two methods:
▪ Connect via SSH kramer@IPofHardware and use the password: KC_Brainware. ▪ Connect a mouse, keyboard and monitor directly to KC-BRAINware-5.
2. Identify the gateway and subnet of the network to which KC-BRAINware-5 is connected.
You may need to contact your IT manager to obtain this information.
3. Connect to the KC-BRAINware-5 terminal and run the following command to configure a part of the subnet as the range of addresses for all 5 Brains:
kramer config set docker.brain.network.ip_range=<your starting address>/29
for example: kramer config set docker.brain.network.ip_range=192.168.110.192/29
4. Run the following commands to update all Brains: kramer docker update brain
After completion of the update, all Brains start and are available on the customer network.
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