AMX Precis SD Control Keys, Modes of Operation, Virtual Matrices Levels, Keys & Functions

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Precis SD Control Panel Operation

Control Keys

Macro Key or Up Arrow Key (for audio)

Lock Key or Down Arrow Key (for audio)

Level Keys

Input Keys

Output Keys

Cancel Key

Status Key or Volume Adjust Key (for audio)

FIG. 19 Precis SD control panel keys (dual-labeled keys can adjust audio)

Modes of Operation

A Precis SD Control Panel works in three standard modes:

Switch (default) – use to execute switches

Status – use to verify signal status

Macro – use to execute a macro (local presets are defined in XNConnect)

Virtual Matrices (Levels)

Precis SD models operate on three virtual matrices (VMs):

VM 0 (audio-follow-video, or All)

VM 1 (video)

VM 2 (audio)

Keys & Functions

Macro Key – places the control panel in execute Macro mode

Lock Key – locks and unlocks the control panel (password required) Status Key – places the control panel in Status mode

Cancel Key – cancels an incomplete command and returns the control panel to Switch mode

Level Keys – activates levels for switches or status queries, also used for entering macros and the password

Input (source) Keys – selects an input on the specified level, also used for entering macros

Output (destination) Keys – selects an output on the selected level, also used for entering macros

Audio Adjust Keys (optional)

For Precis SD systems with audio, these dual-function keys can be used to adjust audio:

Status Key = Volume Adjust Key, use to place system in Volume Adjust mode

Macro Key = Up Arrow Key, use to increase volume

Lock Key = Down Arrow Key, use to decrease volume

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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 Usfcc Notice Copyright NoticeLiability Notice Trademark Notices Lithium Batteries NoticePage Precis SD Features Overview & General SpecificationsApplicability Notice Product NotesFront View Precis SD Control FeaturesCPU/Control Hardware Rear ViewRear View Components System Serial Number Power Receptacle & SpecificationsInput & Output Connectors 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 Site Recommendations Installation & SetupGeneral Hazard Precautions 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 To establish a Remote port connection with an XNNet device Attaching External XNNet ControllersCommunication Cable Requirements 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 SupportSync Specifications Signal SpecificationsUltra-Wideband 500 MHz 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 disconnect an output To execute a switch selecting output destination firstDisconnecting Outputs To verify the status of a signal Verifying Signal StatusExecuting Macros Local Presets To adjust output volume Adjusting AudioAdjusting Output Volume To adjust digital input gain to equalize input levels Adjusting Digital Input GainTo adjust digital input gain Purpose & Uses of Input GainTo unlock the control panel Locking & Unlocking the Control PanelTo lock 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 FileVirtual Matrix View Navigating the InterfaceHardware View To customize the channel names Modifying an .xcl Configuration FileModifying Source & Destination 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