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Add host names to AppCenter to enable streaming

In K2 AppCenter, you must add the host names of all peer K2 systems on the network that support streaming transfers. Adding host names is required to allow selection of networked K2 systems in the AppCenter user interface and to provide a successful network connection for streaming. The host names added appear in the “Import” and “Send to” dialog boxes.
Note: By default, the K2 system host name is the same as the Windows operating system computer name.
  1. Open AppCenter for the K2 client.
  2. In the AppCenter toolbar, select System, then choose Configuration.
  3. Select the Remote tab. The Remote Settings dialog box displays, showing any network host names that have been added.
  4. Select Add, to open the Add Host dialog box, then do the following:
    1. Select the Host name field, then enter the computer name of a peer K2 system. Make sure to enter the exact computer name. Any differences will result in being unable to connect to the K2 system.



    2. If you are using VDCP remote protocol to perform video network transfers, use the following steps to add a unique Controller ID for each host. Otherwise, you can ignore this step and proceed to the next step.
      • Select controller id field.
      • Enter the controller ID of the K2 system, then select OK. Use a number between 1 and 255 that is not assigned to any other K2 system.
    3. Select OK in the Add Host dialog box.
  5. Repeat the previous step for the remaining K2 systems.
  6. In the Configuration dialog box, select OK to save settings.

Once the host names are added, the K2 system is ready for streaming operation. For information on transfer compatibility and supported formats, refer to K2 system specifications. For procedures on transferring media, refer to the K2 AppCenter User Manual.

Note: If you have trouble, try using the ping utility in the Windows command prompt using either the IP address or host name. Troubleshoot as needed. Also, refer to the Service Manual for your K2 system for troubleshooting procedures.

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