User's Manual

Networking

Networking Overview

The PA2 can be network controlled with the use of a network switch or router which has a built-in DHCP server. DHCP

(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol for automatically assigning IP addresses to devices on a network. The

DHCP server is required to assign an IP address to the DriveRack PA2.

NOTE: The DriveRack PA2 does not support control via a proxy or VPN connection.

NOTE: If you would like to assign a static IP address to the PA2, you will need to use a network switch or router which

supports static DHCP addressing.

Network Security

Careful planning should be made before placing a PA2 on a network that provides any access to the public. Some examples of

public access are direct access to the device using an unsecured or weakly secured wireless network, or a network jack in a

public area that provides network access to the PA2. It is highly recommended that the PA2 be placed on a protected, isolated

network that does not have any connection to the public to prevent unauthorized users from reconfiguring or controlling the

device. Most routers and switches have built-in functions which help protect the network from unauthorized users, such as

MAC address filtering, encryption, and disabling the SSID broadcast. Check the documentation for your switch or router for

information on configuring these security features.

Network Troubleshooting

If you are having difficulty connecting to the PA2 using the DriveRack PA2 control app, try following the below steps to resolve

the issue.

1� Power On The Network Switch/Router First, Then The PA2

Make sure the router or switch is powered on first and let it fully boot. With the amplifiers turned off, power on the PA2.

Follow the instructions in step 2 to verify that the PA2 has been assigned an IP address.

2� Verify The PA2’s IP Address

Press the UTILITY button on the front panel of the PA2. Turn the DATA wheel to select the SYSTEM INFO option then

press the DATA wheel. Ensure the PA2 has been assigned an IP address. If you’re connecting using a Mac

or Windows

computer and the PA2 does have an IP address, but you can’t connect using the DriveRack PA2 control app, go to step

4. If the PA2’s IP address reads “0.0.0.0”, power cycle the PA2 (ensure your amplifiers are off) then check the IP address

again. If the PA2 now has an IP address, see if you can connect using the DriveRack PA2 control app. If the PA2 still

does not have an IP address or you still cannot connect with the DriveRack PA2 control app, go to step 3.