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Getting Started
Connecting to the switcher from DashBoard and an overview of the DashBoard interface and some basic terms.
Front Panel Menu
The menu system on the front panel of the frame allows you to configure the network settings, view the status of the system and hardware, and safely prepare the system for power off.
To View the Hardware Status
View the current status of the power supplies, IO Boards, reference, and fans in the frame.

Getting Started
Connecting to the switcher from DashBoard and an overview of the DashBoard interface and some basic terms.
- Ultra 60 Hardware QuickStart
  A PDF showing the ports and cabling of your switcher.
- Features
  Thank you for buying a Ross Video Ultra 60 Multi-Definition Live Production Switcher. The Ultra 60 builds on the Ross Video reputation for designing switchers that fit the needs of any production environment.
- DashBoard
  DashBoard provides the main menu system to the switcher.
- Role Based Access Control
  The Ross Platform Manager allows for user authentication and role based access through DashBoard. Once set up in DashBoard, Ross Platform Manager allows for control over who can control Ultra 60 based on the roles individual users are assigned to.
- SoftPanel
  SoftPanel provides you with a graphical interface to the menu system and control surfaces of the switcher. This allows you to setup and control the switcher without a control panel.
- Ultritouch
  The 2RU rack mountable Ultritouch adaptable system control panel allows you to control some aspects of switcher operation using a DashBoard interface.
- Front Panel Menu
  The menu system on the front panel of the frame allows you to configure the network settings, view the status of the system and hardware, and safely prepare the system for power off.
  - To Configure the Network Settings from the Front Menu
    Configure network settings for the frame from the front panel.
  - To View the Hardware Status
    View the current status of the power supplies, IO Boards, reference, and fans in the frame.
  - To View the System Status
    View the current status of the power supplies, IO Boards, reference, and fans in the frame.
  - To Copy Logs to USB using the Front Menu
    Copy switcher logs to the USB using the front menu.
  - To Upgrade the Switcher using the Front Menu
    Perform an upgrade from the USB using the front menu.
  - To Power Off the Switcher
    Safely shut down the switcher applications in preparation for powering the system off.
- Safe Power Down/Restart
  Safely shut down the switcher application so that it can be powered off or restarted.

To View the Hardware Status

View the current status of the power supplies, IO Boards, reference, and fans in the frame.

Use the mini-positioner to select Hardware and press the mini-positioner.

The menu lists the hardware and their status. If an element is showing a problem, you can go the Status page on DashBoard for more information.
Select Done and press the mini-positioner.