Quick Start Guide

Thank you for choosing the CNDLive Manager Max. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities. Please read this guide thoroughly before use to avoid improper installation or damage to the equipment.

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1. Packing List

Please ensure the following items are included in your package:

Item	Quantity
Device	1 PCS
Power Adapter	1 PCS
Warranty Card	1 PCS
Quick Start Guide / Certificate	1 PCS

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2. Device Interfaces

Front Panel

• 1. USB-A 3.0
• 2. Type-C Interface
• 3. 2-inch LCD Display: Shows device status and IP information.
• 4. Up Button
• 5. OK Button
• 6. Down Button

Rear Panel

• 7. Power Switch
• 8. C14 Power Port
• 9. HDMI Output
• 10. LAN1/PoE: 1000M Ethernet port with PoE support.
• 11. LAN2: 1000M Ethernet port.
• 12. SDI Output

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3. Device Connections

Follow the diagram below to connect your equipment:

1. Video Output: Connect a monitor via HDMI or SDI cables. (Note: HDMI and SDI can output simultaneously).
2. Network: Connect Ethernet cables to LAN1 or LAN2.
3. Power: Connect the C14 power cable and press the Power Switch to start the unit.

Power Warning

Please use the power adapter equipped with the device. Using an unqualified power supply may damage the device.

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4. Getting Started

4.1 View IP Address

You can find the IP address directly on the LCD screen (ensure your network supports DHCP).

1. Press the “Down” button on the front panel.
2. Stop when you see the “Wired Network” information screen.
3. Note the IP Address displayed (e.g., 192.168.0.16).

4.2 Login to the Web Page

1. Open a web browser on your computer.
2. Enter the IP address found in the previous step.
3. Enter the default credentials to log in:
   • Username: admin
   • Password: admin

4.3 Adding Devices

1. In the Web UI, go to the Device Management area and click Add Device.
2. Enter the Serial Number of the target device.
   • Tip: You can find the SN on the back of the device or its own webpage.
3. Click “Apply”.
4. Important: On the target device itself, go to its Settings -> “CNDLive Manager” and enter the Manager Max’s server IP address and port to complete the pairing.

4.4 Add Stream Matrix

1. Open the target project folder in the lower left corner.
2. Click the plus icon (+) to create a server node and name it.
3. Add Input Source:
   • Click Input on the left side of the server node.
   • Select “Devices” -> Choose the device you want to add -> Click “OK”.
4. Add Output:
   • Click Output on the right side of the server node.
   • Select “Network Streams” or “HDMI/SDI”.
   • Select the desired protocol (NDIHX, SRT, TS over UDP, HLS, RTMP/RTMPS, RTSP) and configure the stream.

Note

• One device corresponds to only one server node input.
• Deleting a server node will also delete its associated input and output sources.

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5. Software Update

1. Navigate to “Setting” > “System” > “Update”.
2. Check if the “Latest Software Version” is higher than your “Current Software Version”.
3. Click “Select File”, upload the new firmware, and click “Update”.
4. The process takes about 5 minutes. The device will reboot automatically.

Do Not Power Off

Never disconnect power during an update, as this may cause the device to fail to boot.

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6. Restore Factory Settings

If the device is not working properly, you can reset it to factory defaults.

1. On the LCD screen, navigate to the “State” page.
2. Select “System Settings” > press ”Down” > select ”Reset”.
3. Click OK to confirm.
4. The device will reboot, and all configurations (network, passwords) will revert to default values (admin/admin).

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7. Support

For further assistance, please contact the manufacturer:

• Email: support@cndlive.com