kClient HTML Help: SETTINGS-COMMUNICATION

As early as X.14 firmware version is available, the KKO card is manufactured in two hardware workmanships: KKOver2 and KKOver3. The KKO in third hardware version has ethernet interface Xport by Lantronix instead of RS232 interface. Both firmware on EPROM on th card and kClient software for PC are compatible with both hardware versions of the card. So, it is possible to use the same software independently on fact which hardware version of the card you have. Autodetection procedure makes it possible to detect kind of the card and proper work. So, you can download the newest version and upgrade your conference system even with RS232 only.

Present window makes possible to set working parameters for Xport device. There are important procedures only for the KKO in version number 3. For KKOver2 it is pointless and this window is useless. Factory default for Xport device is co-operation with DHCP server. So, in plug-in the socket moment, the Xport could receive proper (for given subnet) IP address. If DHCP server is not present or another reason occurs and IP address is not given, the Xport device will automatically set own address on unique address from local addresses range. There is recommended procedure as follow. This is important for users in order to be sure the transmission will be OK. If you works with factory default settings, you will not sure what IP address will be assigned next time. In such situation, communication error may occur and you will have to use autodetection procedure again.

There is following recommended procedure and order for configuration of the Xport device:

  1. Prepare network cable according to documentation available in KKO manual.
  2. Put the card into exchange's magazine.
  3. Plug in network cable between the KKO (Xport socket) and local network device (switch or hub).
  4. Press "reset" button on the card.
  5. Run kClient software (in minimum X.14 version). Your PC must be equipped with network card and must be connected into network.
  6. Switch off your firewall.
  7. Unplug all additional possible another Xport devices working in given subnet (e.g. another KKOv3 cards).
  8. Select "Administrator" or "Supervisor" user level in kClient software. Do not login!
  9. Select "Settings" option and bookmark "Communication".
  10. Current network settings for your PC will be displayed on the screen: IP address, subnet mask and host name.
  11. Press "Search IP Xport" button.
  12. If an Xport device is detected, current IP address will be displayed in "Xport current IP" window.
  13. Press "Read Xport" button.
  14. Additional information for your Xport device will be displayed.
  15. Now, you have to establish proper IP address and subnet mask. In most cases the address has to be proper for given subnet where the KKO will be work and the mask have to be the same as mask in your computer.
  16. If you press "Save Xport" button, the data will be written in nonvolatile memory in Xport device and new IP address will be established.
  17. If you press "Skip Xport" button, your changes will be rejected.
  18. Close "Settings" window. Pay your attention that detected address is automatically written as default IP address for your KKO card.
  19. Now, you can add this address into your firewall, reconfigure it and switch it on again. Possible another Xport devices you may switch on again too if they was unplugged earlier.
  20. At the moment you are able to login into KKO card as conference user.

There are following buttons in "Communication" bookmark:

Additionally if tandem 2xKKO mode is in use, additional button will appear:

More details about tandem 2xKKO is in document link 2xKKO configuration and link 2xKKO working rules.




The buttons on this sheet are enabled only in proper moments. After entering this window as a "Administrator" or "Supervisor" user level "Search IP address" button is available only. After successing with IP address detection, you are able only read the data from the Xport. Next, you can "Skip Xport" or edit data and "Save Xport" later. It is possible to simply write new IP address into edit window and change IP mask in limitted range by pressing arrows buttons only.

Panel for information received from Xport device is showed as follow:

Additionally, there is link for Xport device manufacturer - Lantronix company. You are able to receive more additional information about this device there.

In case of another troubles with autodetection procedure, it is possible to download "DeviceInstaller (TM)" software. This is special tool for detection of the Xport and it makes possible to edit the adress and all data in Xport. But we can say that in most cases embedded autodetection tool and recommended procedure of editing IP address are enought.

Additionally, it is possible to run reset procedure for Xport (factory defaults) This procedure is described with details both in document (User's Manual) and in context help ("KKOv3 with Ethernet - first steps, troubleshooting").

Possible troubles can happen if local network is used with non-standard rules or given access limits are too high. Although be carefull when you put data into Xport, especially when you establish new IP address. Possible mistake in address (e.g. address out of subnet range) may mean impossibility of proper connection with the Xport. In such situation reconfiguration network parameters on your PC, reconfiguration your network or using of "DeviceInstaller (TM)" may be required.

There are links for Lantronix company on the panel:

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