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Chapter 3 • Tutorial - Using the Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software

How to SAVE and RESTORE the Matrix 3200/6400 Settings

The FILE menu provides the following functions:

Save MATRIX settings as... (uploads *.MTX file from system)

• Restore MATRIX settings from...

(downloads *.MTX file to system)

Save This Session’s settings

(uploads MTRX6400.INI file from unit)

Restore Last Session’s settings

(downloads MTRX6400.INI file to unit)

In normal operation (non-emulation mode), the Virtualization/Control Program reads the MTRX6400.INI file at start-up to display Icons since these items do not cause any changes in the Matrix System’s configuration (programming) and provide convenience to the user. The file actually contains all the information needed to fully Restore (program) the Matrix 3200/6400 System’s settings. Both of the Restore functions in the menu cause a FULL Restore of the attached Matrix System, providing an easy method to switch between (reprogram) configurations.

Both of the Save functions in the menu create a complete .INI type file for future restoration to an attached Matrix. By default, the SAVE AS choice uses file extension .MTX, but any name and extension can be used when saving or restoring a file. The SAVE THIS function is not usually needed since the program prompts you to create one upon exiting if any edits were performed. The RESTORE LAST function allows you to set your Matrix configuration back to its settings when you first started the Virtualization/Control Program (effectively cancelling any edits and changes without leaving the program).

How to Create PROGRAM BYTE STRINGS for the Matrix 3200/6400 System

The Matrix 3200/6400 System can be controlled and programmed through the RS-232 port via third party control systems. These systems need to be “told” what bytes to send to the Matrix to perform this control. The Matrix 3200/6400 User’s Manual provides details of how to build these byte strings (using paper and pencil), but the Matrix Virtualization/Control Program can make this job much easier by building the strings for you. To generate the strings:

Create all the Matrix System settings (program) from either Emulate mode or being connected to a Matrix System. The Program Strings that can be viewed produce the Current-Ties, Presets, Audio-Config, and RGB Delay settings.

To see the strings, click on the TOOLSSHOW RS-232-STRINGSmenu to show the Program Strings screen (Figure 3-10.A).

FIGURE 3-10.A

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Contents Matrix 3200 and 6400 Series Precautions Using the Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/Control Software Following icons may be used in this manual Introduction to the Matrix 3200/6400 Video Switcher Features What is a Matrix 3200/6400 Video Switcher?Matrix 6400 Video Switcher w/optional FPC A Matrix 6400 Video Switcher Rear Panel View Feature DescriptionsRGB Matrix 3200/6400 System Manuals Matrix 3200 & 6400 Video Switcher System Overview Example 3 Video/Audio Breakaway Matrix 3200 Video and Matrix 6400 Audio Switcher SystemExample 1 Video/Audio Follow Example 2 Video/Audio BreakawayMatrix 3200/6400 Video Switcher Specifications UL, CUL Page 2Chapter Two Installing the Matrix 3200/6400 Video Switcher Installing the Matrix 3200/6400 Video BME Matrix 3200/6400Video Switcher InstallationConnecting the External Vertical Interval Sync Cables Setting BME AddressesConnecting the BME Comm interconnecting cables Connecting the RS-232/RS-422 Cable to BME #0A Matrix 3200/6400 Video Switcher Connections BME#0 only Adapters Purpose of installing the softwareVirtualizing the Matrix 3200/6400 Switcher/System Matrix 3200/6400 Video Input/Output CablingPage 3ChapterThree Extron Matrix 3200/6400 Series User’s Manual Extron Matrix 3200/6400 Series User’s Manual Extron Matrix 3200/6400 Series User’s Manual ↑ -4.A ↓ -4.B Extron Matrix 3200/6400 Series User’s Manual How to Create Rooms within the Matrix 3200/6400 System How to Remote Control Program the Matrix 3200/6400 System How to OFF-LINE Emulate Program the Matrix 3200/6400 System Extron Matrix 3200/6400 Series User’s Manual How to Save and Restore the Matrix 3200/6400 Settings Page RS-232/RS-422 Programmer’s Guide Pin RS-232 Description RS-422 Serial Communications PortCommand/Response Table Host to Switcher CommunicationsCommand /RESPONSE Table VIRT-IN# Name LVL1 LVL2 LVL6 ADDR# Mode ID# Name User Input ØØ VA Ascii H OST-S Witcher Response S WITCHER-H OST EØ1 Programmer’s Guide Upgrades and Troubleshooting Adding a Front Panel Controller to an existing system Upgrade andTroubleshooting ProceduresUse a coin or screwdriver to rotate two captive screws Matrix 3200/6400 Video BME Internal AccessA Updating the Software IC on the Main Control Card Installing a Software UpdateSwapping BME #0 RS-232 / RS-422 Ports Ribbon Cable ConnectorsSwapping Serial Ports RS-232/RS-422 Power Supplies Troubleshooting a Matrix 3200/6400 System ProblemChecking/Replacing the BME External AC Input Fuse Redundant V+ Power Supply would be located hereA Inserting an output video card into the BME OUT Determining Video Output Card PopulationAudio rear view Adding BMEs to a Matrix 3200/6400 System10.A Example of a Matrix 3200/6400 Video rack-mounted system Adding a Video and/or an Audio BMEUpgrade System Software Procedure Software Procedure Before and After a Hardware UpgradeBefore Hardware Changes After Hardware Changes Page Reference Information Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers from previous Matrix 6400 Wideband Switcher IofrMatrix 3200 Wideband Switcher Iofr Matrix 6400 Video Switcher IofrMatrix 6400 Audio Switcher Iofr Matrix 3200 Video Switcher IofrMatrix 6400 Sync Switcher 60-254-PH0r Matrix 3200 Sync Switcher 60-255-DD0rBulk Cable BNC Cables Super High Resolution SHR BNC CablesAssorted Connectors Related Part NumbersBNC-5 HR Cable Pre-cut CablesBinary/Hex/Decimal Conversion Table BNC-4 HR CableCathode Ray Tube See CRT Glossary of termsAppendix a Reference Information Appendix a Reference Information PCB Printed Circuit Board Virtual conference room See videoconferencing Matrix 3200 Video Switcher Virtualization Work-sheet Matrix 6400 Video Switcher Virtualization Work-sheet Page FCC Class a Notice Extron’s Warranty Extron Electronics, USA