Performing a System Reset from the Front Panel

The front panel reset is identical to the EZXXX} SIS command described in the

Programming Guide section. A system reset:

zzClears all ties and presets

zzClears all video and audio mutes

zzSets all input audio levels to unity gain (+0 dB)

zzSets all output volume levels to 100% (0 dB of attenuation).

Reset the switcher to the factory default settings by pressing and holding the Video button and Audio button while you apply AC power to the switcher (see figure 21).

NOTE: System reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings or replace user- installed firmware.

Press and hold the Video and Audio buttons while you apply power to the switcher.

I/O

— and —

Power

VIDEO AUDIO

The switcher’s LEDs and then go dark.

Continue to hold the Video and Audio buttons until all input and output

LEDs return to the unlit state and the Video and Audio LEDs turn on.

Release the Video and Audio buttons.

Figure 21. System Reset

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MPX 866 A specifications

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