AMX Precis SD Circuit Overloading, Reliable Earthing Grounding, Unpacking Tips

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Installation & Setup

Circuit Overloading

When connecting the equipment to the supply circuits, be aware of the effect that overloading the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring.

Reliable Earthing (Grounding)

Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. If not using a direct connection to the branch circuit (e.g., plugging into a power strip), pay particular attention to supply connections.

Caution: For proper start up, turn on all power switches for the AMX AutoPatch equipment at the same time before applying power to the source and destination devices. We recommend attaching all power cords to a single surge protector and/or an AC line conditioner.

Unpacking

The Precis SD is shipped with one enclosure per shipping box. The invoice is sent separately; a packing list is attached to the outside of the box. Each box contains the following items:

Enclosure

Standard US power cord (if shipped within the US) Rack ears (with 8 screws)

Other enclosure products as needed The documentation in the box includes:

AMX AutoPatch Precis SD Quick Start Guide

AMX AutoPatch CD

The shipping boxes are marked as “Chassis __ of __,” where the first blank is the box number and the second blank is the total number of boxes in the shipment.

Unpacking Tips

Before fully unpacking the enclosure(s), inspect the shipping box(es) for any signs of damage. If a box is partially crushed or any sides have been broken open, notify the shipping agency immediately and contact your AMX representative (see the warranty on the

AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com).

Once unpacking is complete, closely check the physical condition of the enclosure.

Collect all documentation.

Note: Please save the original shipping container and packing materials. AMX is not responsible for damage caused by insufficient packing during return shipment to the factory. Shipping boxes are available; contact your AMX representative for details.

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Precis SD Instruction Manual

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Contents Precis SD AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Software License and Warranty Agreement Contents Appendix a Managing Configuration Files ESD Warning Important Safety Information & Instructions Information et directives de sécurité importantes Copyright Notice Liability NoticeUsfcc Notice Trademark Notices Lithium Batteries NoticePage Precis SD Features Overview & General SpecificationsApplicability Notice Product NotesFront View Precis SD Control FeaturesRear View Rear View ComponentsCPU/Control Hardware Power Receptacle & Specifications Input & Output ConnectorsSystem Serial Number General Specifications Precis SD General SpecificationsFront Control Panel Configuration Information & Control OptionsAMX Control Devices AMX Control SoftwareBCS Serial Control Protocol Third-Party Controllers Overview & General Specifications Installation & Setup General Hazard PrecautionsSite Recommendations Circuit Overloading UnpackingReliable Earthing Grounding Unpacking TipsRequired items for rack installation Rack Installation & System SetupOptional items for rack installation Installation RecommendationsTo install and set up a Precis SD system in a rack Installation ProcedureAdditional Installation Options Attaching External Controllers Attaching Serial Controllers RS-232 Pin DiagramPC Requirements for APControl PC Requirements for BCSChange the enclosure’s settings instead, use XNConnect see Attaching External XNNet Controllers Communication Cable RequirementsTo establish a Remote port connection with an XNNet device Attaching Inputs & Outputs Signal Types & ConnectorsTo connect video inputs and outputs Cabling Video ConnectorsWiring Sources & Destinations Wiring Audio ConnectorsAttaching Wires To attach stereo audio input and output wiresPower-Up Sequence To apply power Applying Power & StartupAPControl Serial Control Device StartupAPWeb HyperTerminalExecuting a Test Switch Executing a Test SwitchControl Panel To execute a test switch using the control panelAMX Control Device APControl 3.0 or APWebTo disconnect the factory default switch using BCS commands BCS CommandsTo execute a test switch using BCS commands TroubleshootingAMX Contact Information Technical SupportSignal Specifications Ultra-Wideband 500 MHz SpecificationsSync Specifications Standard Audio Signal Specifications Standard Audio SpecificationsOverview Precis SD Control Panel OperationControl Keys Audio Adjust Keys optionalModes of Operation Virtual Matrices LevelsSwitching Level Executing & Disconnecting SwitchesExecuting a Switch To execute a switch selecting input source firstTo execute a switch selecting output destination first Disconnecting OutputsTo disconnect an output To verify the status of a signal Verifying Signal StatusExecuting Macros Local Presets Adjusting Audio Adjusting Output VolumeTo adjust output volume To adjust digital input gain to equalize input levels Adjusting Digital Input GainTo adjust digital input gain Purpose & Uses of Input GainLocking & Unlocking the Control Panel To lock the control panelTo unlock the control panel Precis SD Control Panel Operation Applicability Notice Appendix a Managing Configuration FilesTo install XNConnect from the AMX AutoPatch CD Installing & Launching XNConnectSystem Requirements To launch XNConnectTo discover a system Discovering a SystemTo open an .xcl file Opening an .xcl Configuration FileNavigating the Interface Hardware ViewVirtual Matrix View Modifying an .xcl Configuration File Modifying Source & Destination Channel NamesTo customize the channel names To set the control panel password Setting the Control Panel PasswordTo create a new local preset Creating Local Presets MacrosAppendix a Managing Configuration Files Device Discovery Support Loading an .xcl Configuration FileSystem Component Information Appendix B Programmer’s Interface for System DiagnosticsExample Using BCS to Access System Diagnostic InformationDisplay for v1i1 verbosity 1, component Splash Screen ExamplesDisplay for v3i5 verbosity 3, component It’s Your World Take Control