NIf you clicked Emulate to create a program for a system in advance without being connected to it, you need to define the number and type (video, sync, or audio) of BMEs, the number of inputs, and the number of outputs for the Matrix 12800 system you are emulating. See “Programming the matrix offline (emulate mode)” in this chapter.

3.

On the menu bar, click System-Configto show the Virtual Map screen

 

(figure 3-3).

4.

On the menu bar, click Configure > Room Configuration to show the Room

 

Mapper screen (figure 3-9).

Figure 3-9 — Room Mapper screen

5. Assign virtual outputs to rooms by dragging and dropping the output circles from the Virtual Switcher Out field to the list on the right of the screen.

To remove a virtual output from a room, drag and drop the output circle from the Virtual Switcher Out field to a different room in the list. Drag the output circle to the trash can on the bottom of the screen if the output is no longer to be assigned to any room.

6.

If desired, assign or edit names for each room as follows:

 

a.

Select the desired room in the list.

 

b.

Type or edit the name for the virtual input or virtual output in the Name

 

 

field.

 

c.

Press the Tab key on the keyboard to exit the Name field.

 

d.

To add or edit the name of another room, return to step 6a.

7.

After the room has been programmed and the last name has been added or

 

edited, click the Take button.

8.

Click the Close button to exit the Room Mapper screen.

9.

On the Virtual Map screen menu bar, click Return to Main to return to the

 

main screen (figure 3-2).

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12800 specifications

Extron Electronics, a leading manufacturer in the realm of audiovisual (AV) solutions, has continually pushed the boundaries of technology to enhance user experiences. Among its innovative offerings, the Extron 12800 series stands out as a robust solution designed for a variety of applications, including classrooms, corporate environments, and large venues. This article explores the main features, technologies, and characteristics that define the Extron 12800.

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