RemoteHID

grandMA3 User Manual » Control other MA Devices » RemoteHID

Version 2.1

The Remote HID feature allows using the local HID devices (typically mouse and keyboard) to control other grandMA3 stations that are available in the network as if the local HID devices are connected to the remote device.

A use case for this feature is controlling onPC stations that are used for visualization right at a console. Instead of placing several mice and keyboards on the table, only one set of mouse and/or keyboard is needed.

	Restriction:
	It is not a remote desktop feature. The display of the remote device needs to be visible.

To control another station from the local console, follow these steps:

1. Enable RemoteHID in Menu - Network menu on the remote station.
2. Execute the RemoteHID command on the local station:

RemoteHID IP [remote_ip_address]

 - Or -

RemoteHID [remote_station_type] ["remote_hostname"]

3. When the connection has been established, the screen of the local station changes to olive green. During the connection, only the executors, including the 100mm faders and Go+[Large], Go-[Large], and Pause[Large] remain usable on the local station. All other elements are blocked.

The remote function can be ended using one of the following options:

• Press MA + MA + Off
• Use the keyboard shortcut Shift + Ctrl + Alt + E

Example

A preprogramming setup where there are a console and a powerful graphics computer running grandMA3 onPC optimized for 3D visualization. They are connected in a session on a local LAN network.

The grandMA3 onPCs hostname is "3D" and RemoteHID is enabled.

From the console, there is a need to change a setting in the 3D window on the grandMA3 onPC.

In the command line, type:

User name[Fixture]>RemoteHID onPC "3D"

Now, the mouse and keyboard connected to the console can be used to operate the computer.

Finish the connection by pressing MA + MA + Off