AMX Precis SD instruction manual Loading an .xcl Configuration File, Device Discovery Support

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Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files

Loading an .xcl Configuration File

Once modifications have been made to the .xcl configuration file, the file must be loaded onto the system’s CPU for the changes to be implemented.

When loading the.xcl configuration file, the matrix switcher must not be actively switching. You may want to disconnect any external controllers to ensure that no switches are executed during the loading of the file.

Caution: Using the “Configure All” option will erase any global presets (see the “BCS Protocol Instruction Manual’ on the “AMX AutoPatch CD” or at www.amx.com) that have already been defined for the system.

To load an .xcl configuration file from XNConnect to enclosure’s CPU:

1.Disconnect external controllers to ensure that no switches are executed during the loading of the file. The matrix switcher must not be actively switching when loading an .xcl configuration file.

2.Using Save As (under the File menu), make a duplicate copy of the file with a new name and save it to the PC. (We strongly recommend making a duplicate copy every time the file is modified.)

3.Connect the Precis SD enclosure to the PC (see page 20).

4.In XNConnect, open the Communication menu and select Serial Port.

5.Open the Communication menu again and select Change Comm Settings. Check the settings for the selected port and adjust if necessary (the default is Com 1, baud rate 9600).

6.Optional – Click the Test button to verify that communication has been established with the Precis SD.

Click OK.

7.From the Configure menu, select Configure All.*

*The Configure All option will not load password information. For instructions on loading password information, see page 51.

Restoring the Factory Configuration

Caution: Restoring the factory configuration will result in the loss of all custom .xcl configuration file modifications (custom channel names, local presets, etc.).

To restore the factory configuration:

1.Connect the system to a PC (see page 21).

2.Open a terminal emulation program (such as HyperTerminal).

3.Enter: ~def!

Device Discovery Support

XNConnect v2.8.0 supports Device Discovery (firmware v1.4.1 is required). Typically the default configuration string generated by XNConnect is all that is necessary. However, certain conditions may warrant a custom string, such as the need to limit the VMs that are available for control by the AMX control system. Or a need may exist to limit the features available for a system, e.g., omitting the ability to adjust input gain, but leaving support for output volume. To customize the configuration string, see the XNConnect Help file topic “Device Discovery Config String Input.”

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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 Product Notes Overview & General SpecificationsPrecis SD Features Applicability NoticeFront View Precis SD Control FeaturesCPU/Control Hardware Rear ViewRear View Components System Serial Number Power Receptacle & SpecificationsInput & Output Connectors 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 Site Recommendations Installation & SetupGeneral Hazard Precautions 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 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 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 SupportSync Specifications Signal SpecificationsUltra-Wideband 500 MHz 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 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 Purpose & Uses of Input Gain Adjusting Digital Input GainTo adjust digital input gain to equalize input levels To adjust digital 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 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 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