Altinex MT113-101 Using Menu Mode, Menu Types, Menu Mode Examples, Select THIS CARD for control

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7.4.2 USING MENU MODE

SUGGESTION: Before using the menu mode, it is best to disable the automatic feedback feature. The values and current settings will be displayed in the menu mode, but the automatic feature will display after each setting change making the menus difficult to read.

1.In order to enter menu mode, the system needs to be connected to a computer running RS-232 control software.

2.Insert the card into an empty slot and push in all the way for a secure fit.

3.Reset the system or power the system off and then on.

4.In the terminal window, press ENTER.

5.The system will interrogate the enclosure and return a list of cards installed and their slot locations.

Example: 08: MT113-100

NOTE: Only cards supporting the menu feature will be displayed.

5.Find the two digit number representing the card ID whose setup requires changing. They will be the first two characters in the line.

6.Enter the two digit number associated with the card, and a menu with options available for that card will appear on the screen. In the example above, press "08".

WARNING: Do NOT enter any characters except those relating to the desired menu. Pressing ENTER after "08" will force the system back to the original prompt.

7.After selecting the MT113-100as described above, the system will prompt for selections specific to that card.

8.Read each menu carefully, and continue selecting keys as prompted for further functions. (Example prompt: "Key= ")

7.4.3 MENU TYPES

1.MAIN MENU

The first menu displayed after selecting the card is the Main Menu. This menu provides access to the main functions related to the card. Press the key representing the menu item for access. A sub menu will appear next.

2.SUB MENUS

Each sub menu will display either another menu (sub menu) or a list of available options or settings. Press the key corresponding to the menu choice to change a setting or select the next menu.

NOTE: Pressing the ESCAPE (ESC) key in most menus will take you up to the previous menu without making changes in the current menu.

7.4.4 MENU MODE EXAMPLES

All MENU MODE examples assume an MT113-100/101is installed in slot #1. Start by clicking the mouse in the terminal window. Press ENTER and a list of available cards will be displayed.

NOTE When entering numeric values (not selecting menu items) the system may echo each character as it is typed. For example, entering a volume of 03 may appear as 0033 on the screen. This depends on the settings of the control software being used.

1. Select THIS CARD for control

Follow the keystrokes below to select Input 3 as the source input.

Enter List available cards

01Select MT113-102 in slot #1

1Select CONTROL Menu

1	Select Card/Group Select
0	Select This Card (card #1)
ESC	Return to CONTROL Menu
ESC	Return to the MAIN Menu

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