AMX Precis SD Installing & Launching XNConnect, System Requirements, To launch XNConnect

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Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files

Installing & Launching XNConnect

Use XNConnect software only if you need to customize or change the configuration information from the original specification.

Even if XNConnect is already on your PC, install the newest version that shipped on the CD that shipped with your system. We strongly recommend uninstalling the old version of XNConnect before installing a new version.

If you cannot locate the AMX AutoPatch CD that shipped with your system, contact technical support (see page 32).

System Requirements

Windows 2000®, Windows NT®, or Windows XP Professional® 233 MHz processor

Minimum of 128 MB of RAM

20 MB of available hard drive space

800x600 screen resolution (1024x768 is recommended) Serial port and RS-232 null modem cable

To install XNConnect from the AMX AutoPatch CD:

1.Close all other applications currently running on your PC.

2.Insert the AMX AutoPatch CD into your CD drive to start automatically.

If the CD does not autorun, explore the CD folder and double-click the Index.html file.

3.Select Software and find XNConnect.

4.Optional – Select Release Notes to read about the software before installation.

5.Select Install.

6.Follow the directions in the subsequent dialog boxes.

Note: If your AMX account has the required permissions, you can download the newest version of XNConnect from www.amx.com. An INI file Updater for updating XNConnect is available on the AMX website under AutoPatch Tools (an account is not required).

To launch XNConnect:

1.From the Start menu, select Programs.

2.Select AutoPatch Applications (or other file group you specified during the installation).

3.Select the XNConnect folder.

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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 Product Notes Overview & General SpecificationsPrecis SD Features Applicability NoticeFront View Precis SD Control FeaturesRear View Rear View ComponentsCPU/Control Hardware Power Receptacle & Specifications Input & Output ConnectorsSystem Serial Number General Specifications Precis SD General SpecificationsAMX Control Software Configuration Information & Control OptionsFront Control Panel AMX Control DevicesBCS Serial Control Protocol Third-Party Controllers Overview & General Specifications Installation & Setup General Hazard PrecautionsSite Recommendations Unpacking Tips UnpackingCircuit Overloading Reliable Earthing GroundingInstallation Recommendations Rack Installation & System SetupRequired items for rack installation Optional items for rack installationTo install and set up a Precis SD system in a rack Installation ProcedureAdditional Installation Options Attaching External Controllers PC Requirements for BCS RS-232 Pin DiagramAttaching Serial Controllers PC Requirements for APControlChange 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 ConnectorsTo attach stereo audio input and output wires Wiring Audio ConnectorsWiring Sources & Destinations Attaching WiresPower-Up Sequence To apply power Applying Power & StartupHyperTerminal Serial Control Device StartupAPControl APWebExecuting a Test Switch Executing a Test SwitchAPControl 3.0 or APWeb To execute a test switch using the control panelControl Panel AMX Control DeviceTroubleshooting BCS CommandsTo disconnect the factory default switch using BCS commands To execute a test switch using BCS commandsAMX Contact Information Technical SupportSignal Specifications Ultra-Wideband 500 MHz SpecificationsSync Specifications Standard Audio Signal Specifications Standard Audio SpecificationsOverview Precis SD Control Panel OperationVirtual Matrices Levels Audio Adjust Keys optionalControl Keys Modes of OperationTo execute a switch selecting input source first Executing & Disconnecting SwitchesSwitching Level Executing a SwitchTo 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 Purpose & Uses of Input Gain Adjusting Digital Input GainTo adjust digital input gain to equalize input levels To adjust digital 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 launch XNConnect Installing & Launching XNConnectTo install XNConnect from the AMX AutoPatch CD System RequirementsTo 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