> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.4cast.world/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.4cast.world/1.-getting-started/the-user-interface-ui.md).

# The User Interface (UI)

Here, we show how to access the MVP's web interface from your browser, including first-time setup and troubleshooting connection issues.

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## Connect & Power Up

1. **Connect via USB-C**: Use the included USB-C cable to connect the MVP's **HOST** port to your computer.

   * The MVP powers on automatically when connected via USB-C HOST.
   * After a few seconds, the Status Display on the device will light up.

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2. **Open your browser**: Navigate to: `http://mvp.local`\
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> **Alternative URLs**: You can also use the direct USB IP address:
>
> * **Mac**: `http://192.168.3.1`
> * **Windows**: `http://192.168.2.1`

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## First-Time Registration

On your first connection, the MVP will display a welcome dialog prompting you to:

1. **Connect to Wi-Fi** (or Ethernet) for internet access
2. **Enter your email** to register the device

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Registration enables:

* MVP Update notifications
* Product support

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## Getting Around the UI

1. &#x20;**Settings Icons**: Once the Dashboard loads, you'll notice four icons on the top right corner.<br>

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* **Theme Icon**: Choose between Dark and Light modes.
* **User Icon**: Opens the MVP Registration dialog box.
* **WIFI Icon**: Opens the WIFI Connection dialog box.
* **Settings Icon**: Provides access to Ethernet Settings, System Settings, and this support site.<br>

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2. &#x20;**Nav Bar Links**: On the left side of the UI, you can navigate between the Dashboard, Videos, Lighting, and Timecode configuration pages.\ <br>

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Note: You can find details about each of those pages in their respective section.

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## Accessing the MVP Over Wi-Fi

You don't need to stay connected via USB to use the web interface. Once your MVP is connected to Wi-Fi:

1. Find the MVP's Wi-Fi IP address on the **Dashboard** (Wi-Fi Status card) or the device's Status Display (shown on the HOME view scrolling ticker).<br>

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2. On any device connected to the **same Wi-Fi network**, navigate to that address:<br>

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Anytime your MVP is powered on and connected to your WIFI router, you can use that IP address in your browser

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## Troubleshooting Connection Issues

### Browser won't load `mvp.local`

* **Try a different browser**: Some browsers cache DNS aggressively.
* **Clear your DNS cache** if you previously accessed the MVP via a different network:
  * Mac: `sudo dscacheutil -flushcache`
  * Windows: `ipconfig /flushdns`

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## Related Pages

* [The MVP Dashboard](/1.-getting-started/the-mvp-dashboard.md) -- Understanding the Dashboard
* [Wi-Fi Setup](/7.-networking/wifi-setup.md) -- Connecting to Wi-Fi networks
* [Ethernet & ArtNet Configuration](/7.-networking/ethernet-and-artnet-configuration.md) -- Wired network setup
* [Update Your MVP](/1.-getting-started/updating-your-mvp.md) -- Firmware updates