Leading manufacturer of professional AV signal management products, including matrix switchers, extenders, and AV-over-IP networking systems.
Lightware Visual Engineering is a global leader in the design and manufacture of professional audio-visual signal management products. Headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, Lightware specializes in high-fidelity DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort matrix switchers, optical extenders, and AV-over-IP solutions.
The company serves a diverse range of industries, including live events, corporate collaboration, higher education, and mission-critical control rooms. Lightware products are renowned for their reliability, usually offering pixel-perfect, uncompressed seamless switching capabilities and robust open API features for system integration.
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You can update firmware using the Lightware Device Updater (LDU2) software. Download and install LDU2 from the official Lightware website, connect your device via Ethernet, and follow the software instructions to apply the latest package.
Most Lightware extenders feature a recessed or hidden 'Factory Reset' button. Press and hold this button with a small tool (like a paperclip) for approx. 10 seconds while the device is powered on to restore default settings.
Lightware highly recommends using CATx AWG24 or higher category 10G Ethernet cables for TPN (SDVoE) connections to ensure maximum extension distance and signal stability.
By default, many Lightware devices are set to Dynamic IP (DHCP enabled). You can discover the IP address using the Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software or checking the front panel LCD menu if available.