To Create an FTP/SFTP Connection

This procedure applies to Microsoft® Windows® 7 and above.

Note: FTP must be Enabled (Click Navigation Menu > Configuration > System > Global) to connect to the frame over FTP. If FTP is disabled SFTP will be used. Refer to System Access for more information.
  1. On your computer launch Windows Explorer.
  2. In the address bar, type the following depending on the type of connection you are using.
    • FTP — sftp://IP Address of your switcher:8821
    • SFTP — ftp://IP Address of your switcher:2222
    You are prompted for a username and password.
  3. Type the user name for the application your are creating an FTP/SFTP connection for. Each application has specific requirements. The switcher will set these requirements automatically based on the username.
    • xpression – used when creating a connection from a Ross® XPression Motion Graphics System directly to the Media​-Store channels on the switcher, as well as any USB drive installed in the switcher.
  4. Enter the password password