Matrix: Panel to Matrix IP Linking (IVC)
Question: How do you link a Panel to HX-IPA (IVC)?
Answer: The IP address, User ID and Password must be configured on both the EHX and the panel before a connection can be established.
Prerequisite:
HX-IPA Card IP Address is already configured
Panel(s) are connected to the same subnet as the IPA card.
Notes:
Verify in the EHX System that the IPA (ADMIN/ IVC) IP address is correct and reachable.
Execute a Ping or network test to check the connectivity.
VIDEO:
Panel Login Credential: EHX Setup
In EHX, go to Cards and Ports > IPA card
Add a Port > Port Function [e.g V 1RU Rotary]
Enter Label
Enter Description (Optional)
Select Quantity
On the selected panel port > Go to IP port options:
Enter [User ID]
Enter [Password]
Ensure Connection type = IVC
Notes:
By Default, a User ID is given. You have the options to change it to your preference.
Apply mapping to matrix (CTRL+ D)
Panel Login Credential: Panel Setup
IP Login: Local Menu > IP setup > Net Setup, > IP login
Enter the (Admin/IVC) IP Address of the IPA card
Login Port: Local Menu > IP setup > Net Setup > Login Port
Enter 6001
DHCP: Local Menu > IP Setup > Net Setup > DHCP
a. Set to Enable
User ID: Local Menu > IP setup > User ID >
Enter the assigned User ID
Login Password: Local Menu > IP setup > Password
Enter the assigned Password
Connect: Local Menu > IP setup > Connect
Notes:
Upon successful login connection, a green light will illuminate on the IPA port. (See image below)