DataCaster Quick Start Guide

Included in the Box

• DataCaster device
• HDMI cable
• 5V 1A USB power adapter
• USB power cable

Requirements

• Display (television or monitor) with HDMI port
• USB Keyboard (for initial configuration only)
• Web browser
• Access to a wired or wireless network connection

Wireless Network Connection

To connect the DataCaster using a wireless connection:

1. On the Configuration screen, navigate to the Network section.
2. Select Wireless, then select Access Points.
3. Select the SSID for the Access Point to use.
4. Type the network key (password) for the selected SSID in the Password field.
5. The DataCaster is now connected to the network.
6. NOTE: There is the option to use a static IP if you are able to obtain one for your wifi network.  Although not required by DataCaster, we do recommend that you consider using a static IP and  manually configure the IP address by navigating to the field next to the highlighted one and type the new IP address so that for management of the remotely mounted device, you won't risk not knowing it's IP. 
7. Press F5 to view the IP address for use in accessing the DataCaster interface in a web browser.

Wired Network Connection

To connect the DataCaster using a wired (ethernet) connection:

1. On the Configuration screen, navigate to the Network section.
2. Select Wired. The IP address acquired upon powering up appears.
3. Although not required by DataCaster, we do recommend that you consider using a static IP and  manually configure the IP address by navigating to the field next to the highlighted one and type the new IP address so that for management of the remotely mounted device, you won't risk not knowing it's IP. 
4. The DataCaster is now connected to the network.