Blog Products: :kontroller
How is the :kontroller powered — and how much power does it need?
The KLANG:kontroller can be powered either via PoE (Power over Ethernet) over its Neutrik etherCON connection, or via the included DC power supply. It uses standard IEEE 802.3af PoE (Class 0), so plan for up to 15 W per port on your network switch — the actual power draw in operation is somewhat lower. When compliant PoE is available, no separate power supply is needed.
Do I need a KLANG processor or can a :kontroller be used stand-alone?
In order to create an immersive mix you always need a KLANG processor. KLANG:kontroller can control a mix on that processor and will connect to it via Dante.
How many KLANG devices can be connected?
Depending on your input channel requirements and the number of mixes required, more than one KLANG device can be connected to the same control network. Input channels arriving on KLANG:fabrik e.g. via MADI, can be routed to other KLANG:fabrik and KLANG:vier (48kHz only). Dante input channels can be routed to as many receiving devices as needed. Depending on the network load Dante Multicast flows have to be used and managed, switches with proper IGMP snooping and QoS configuration should be used.
Most KLANG immersive processors can be configured to work in a cascade of units.
There is no limit other than your network limitation as to how many KLANG:fabrik and KLANG:vier can be added to your network. KLANG:app will show each KLANG device available on your network.
How do I back up all settings and collect log files from my KLANG system?
To back up all internal settings, show files (.KLANGshow), mix presets (.kup) and log files from every KLANG device and connected KLANG:app instance:
1. Open KLANG:app
2. Go to CONFIG > INFO > Collect All Logs
3. Wait until the button turns green
4. Click Save Logs as ZIP
5. Send the ZIP file to KLANG support if needed
This creates a full backup and troubleshooting package for your entire system.
Which file holds what (show file, snapshot, mix preset) and where each one is stored: Show Files, Snapshots & Mix Presets.
Can I hide unused Mixes?
Yes. Go to CONFIG > CONNECT, select a mix and click on HIDE MIX. Follow this link for more details.
How do I protect mixes with a password?
It is now possible to enter a KOS Login Password. Users need to know this password to connect to the processor in Show or Admin mode. Follow this link for more details.
Can I protect channels from changes?
Yes, channels can be hidden in KLANG:app running musician or personal mode and on :kontrollers, and therefore be protected from changes. Follow this link for more details.
How can I access the CONFIG menu on :kontroller if it’s locked?
The CONFIG menu on :kontroller can be deactivated / locked to prevent accidental changes of critical :kontroller settings. This setting can be changed via KLANG:app (Admin mode) > login to :kontroller > CONFIG > INFO > Set Menu > Config Menu
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A long button press (>3sec) on AMB/AUX activates CONFIG menu access if one of the following criteria is met:
- AMB/AUX menu is currently shown
- Within the first 10sec after :kontroller is booted
- :kontroller is currently not connected to any mix
How do I configure Dante Follow on :kontroller?
Step 1: Enable Dante Follow, either on KLANG:kontroller directly or via KLANG:app.
Step 2: Login to your KLANG processor with KLANG:app that the KLANG:kontroller should connect to and search for the Dante Transmitter Name (automatically detected on KLANG:vokal with KLANTE; or manually set on other KLANG processors with built-in Dante).
See here for more details: Configure Dante Follow
Is there a way to preview my mixes on the :kontroller surface?
Yes, KLANG:app offers a simulation of the :kontroller interface.
Go to CONFIG > SYSTEM and click on this button:

Follow this link for more details.