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INFORMATIONS ET DIRECTIVES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS ET DIRECTIVES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES Veuillez respecter les directives de sécurité décrites ci-dessous, lorsque vous installez et utilisez votre appareil AMX AutoPatch. Veuillez consulter la documentation accompagnant l’appareil pour de plus amples informations à propos de l’installation, du fonctionnement ou de la réparation de votre appareil AMX AutoPatch.
CONTENTS Supplement: Ethernet Connector LEDS CONTENTS Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Terms to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WELCOME WELCOME Welcome to the Precis User’s Operation Manual. This manual contains quick, easy-to-follow instructions for operating a Precis™ Distribution Matrix from the Control Panel and from a serial control device that supports BCS (Basic Control Structure) commands. This document does not include any detailed information about SBCs (Single Bus Controllers) or remote control panels for the Precis.
INSTALLING A PRECIS ENCLOSURE INSTALLING A PRECIS ENCLOSURE Balanced Audio Unbalanced Audio + – + – + – + – Left Right Left Right Precis enclosures are designed to fit in a standard EIA 19 in (48.26 cm) rack. Each enclosure comes with the following items in the box: q Enclosure q Precis User’s Operation Manual q Power Cord 5-position, screw terminal audio connectors the Precis enclosure in a rack and fasten with mounting screws.
INSTALLING A PRECIS ENCLOSURE External Control Serial Port Settings Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None RS-232 Pinout – All Precis Models Use a null modem cable that matches the pinout diagram below for RS-232 without hardware flow control. AMX AutoPatch equipment requires pins 2, 3, and 5 only.
LINKING PRECIS ENCLOSURES LINKING PRECIS ENCLOSURES two enclosures using crossover cable A Link l (or network cable with a crossover adapter). This section applies specifically to Precis models with 32-bit processors and Ethernet link connectors. In a multi-enclosure system with an external controller, the enclosure connected to the control device receives all control information and relays it via the links to the other enclosures.
INTRODUCTION TO THE PRECIS INTRODUCTION TO THE PRECIS Use Switch mode to execute switches, Status mode to verify signal status, and Macro mode to execute a macro. If the optional Volume Adjust mode is available, use the Volume Adjust (Status) key, Up Arrow (Macro) key, and Down Arrow (Lock) key to adjust volume. The Precis is available in an 8x4 or 12x8 (some models also come in 8x8) configuration with a variety of control and connector options.
INTRODUCTION TO THE PRECIS Source connectors Connection point for source signal cables Status Indicator** Status light for system N X Net Link connector* N Connection point for X Net compatible accessories Serial connector Connection point for RS232 serial devices FG1037-60 Ethernet Link connector** Power connector Connection point for linking additional enclosures Attachment point for power cable Destination connectors Connection point for destination signal cables Source connectors Connection poi
EXECUTING AND DISCONNECTING SWITCHES EXECUTING AND DISCONNECTING SWITCHES To execute/disconnect a switch: 1. Press a Level key to select a level. The Level key illuminates. If you do not select a level, the system executes or disconnects the switch on the level associated with the farthest left Level button (the default level for that key is video and audio). A switch is an active connection between a source signal and one or more destination devices.
EXECUTING AND DISCONNECTING SWITCHES DISCONNECTING SWITCHES EXECUTING AND DISCONNECTING SWITCHES USING BCS COMMANDS You can use BCS with a device that connects to the serial connector on the Precis CPU. BCS commands are a subset of the XNNet communications protocol. EXECUTING SWITCHES To execute a switch, enter the command using the following command line format (where “#” represents any valid level, source, or destination number).
VERIFYING SIGNAL ROUTING STATUS (SWITCHES) VERIFYING SIGNAL ROUTING STATUS (SWITCHES) 3. Verify the routing status of signals to confirm that switches are executing properly. Press a Source or Destination key to select a source or destination. If you pressed a Source key, that key illuminates and the Destination keys show the routing status of the signal. If no Destination keys illuminate, the signal is not routed or is not available on that level.
EXECUTING MACROS EXECUTING MACROS FROM THE CONTROL PANEL Examples: BCS Command Action SL0O4T Returns the status for destination 4 on Level 0 (default is audio and video) SL2I4T Returns the status for source 4 on Level 2 (default is audio only) SL1O7X Cancels the incomplete command The Control Panel must be in Macro mode to execute a macro. Once you have selected a macro, the Control Panel returns to Switch mode. Put the Control Panel in Macro mode again to execute another macro.
MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES EXECUTING MACROS USING BCS COMMANDS MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES You can use BCS commands with a device that connects to the serial connector on the Precis CPU. BCS commands are a subset of the XNNet communications protocol. To execute a macro, enter the command using the following command line format (where “#” represents any valid macro number). RL#P#T or RL#P# #T To cancel an incomplete BCS command, enter the “X” command at any time.
MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES To launch XNConnect, open the configuration file and connect the enclosure for downloading configuration information: 1. From the Start menu, select Programs. 2. Select AutoPatch Applications (or any other file group you selected during the install). 4. Enter a single digit between zero and seven in each field. 5. Check the box for Configure password immediately. Click OK. ADDING MACROS FOR LOCAL PRESETS 3. Select the XNConnect group. 4. Select the XNConnect program.
MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES The system is now ready to execute the macro (preset) using either the Control Panel or BCS commands. REDEFINING LEVELS Name New 4. Modify Preset Click the Modify Preset button. The Modify Preset dialog appears (see the next graphic). XNConnect can be used to redefine levels (virtual matrices).
MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES button; repeat with G and click OK. The Assign Signals to Matrices dialog appears. 8. Click the Group by Pattern button. The Group Connectors by Pattern dialog Spanning Matrix Sources Only Destinations Only Assign Matrix 6. Select Matrix 1 under Matrix for R and click the Assign Matrix button. Select Matrix 2 for G and click Assign Matrix. Click OK. 7. In the left pane, right click the newly created Y/c virtual matrix and select Manage Connector Groupings.
ADJUSTING AND CHECKING VOLUME (OPTIONAL FEATURE) 13. Repeat steps 2 through 12 with the following modifications to create a “composite signal” virtual matrix. Step 2: Delete the Blue Only virtual matrix. Step 4: Type Composite in the Name field. Step 5: Select B. Step 6: Select Matrix 3. Step 10: Select 12 channels. Step 11: Select 8 channels. 14. From the Configure menu, select the Configure All command.
ADJUSTING AND CHECKING VOLUME (OPTIONAL FEATURE) ADJUSTING VOLUME USING BCS COMMANDS To cancel an incomplete BCS command, enter the “X” command at any time. You can use BCS with an external controller that connects to the serial connector on the Precis CPU. BCS commands are a subset of the XNNet communications protocol. Adjusting volume can be done using any of the following four methods.
ADJUSTING AND CHECKING VOLUME (OPTIONAL FEATURE) To cancel an incomplete BCS command, enter the “X” command at any time. To cancel an incomplete BCS command, enter the “X” command at any time. Examples: Examples: BCS Command Action BCS Command CL0O3VR60T Increases volume by 6.0 dB for Level 0, destination 3 CL0O3VS+T Increases volume a step for Level 0, destination 3 CL0O1 2VR-60T Decreases volume by –6.
ADJUSTING AND CHECKING VOLUME (OPTIONAL FEATURE) CHECKING VOLUME STATUS Examples: BCS Command You can check volume status only from an external controller via BCS commands. Action CL0O2VMT Mutes volume for Level 0, destination 2 CL0O1 4VMT Mutes volume for Level 0, Destinations 1 and 4 To remove the mute, enter the command using the following command line format (where “#” represents any valid audio level or destination number).
ADJUSTING AND CHECKING INPUT GAIN (OPTIONAL FEATURE) ADJUSTING AND CHECKING INPUT GAIN (OPTIONAL FEATURE) ä Control Panel – select a Source (input) key instead of a Destination (output) key. ä BCS Commands – substitute an “I” (input) for the “O” (output) in the command line. If your system has the Volume Control option, it also supports the Input Gain Control option. Caution: We recommend that input gain adjustments be made only by a qualified dealer.
BCS (BASIC CONTROL STRUCTURE) COMMANDS 2. While the Lock key is flashing, enter the enclosure’s password (the default password from the factory is the first five Level keys, going left to right). If you locked the Control Panel, the Lock key light stops flashing and shines constant; all other lights on the Control Panel turn off. If you unlocked the Control Panel, the Lock key light turns off and the panel is in Switch mode.
BCS (BASIC CONTROL STRUCTURE) COMMANDS The table below shows BCS command characters (keys), their functions, and short descriptions of their functions.
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Precis Specifications Precis Specifications General Specifications General Specifications Parameter Value Approvals CE, ETL, cETL AC Power 100 to 240 VAC single phase, 50 to 60 Hz Power Consumption (max.) 75 Watts per enclosure Power Consumption (typical) 40 Watts per enclosure Operational Temperature 32° to 110° F (0° to 43° C) Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing Dimensions 10.4 in. (26.4 cm) depth 18.8 in. (47.7 cm) width with rack ears 17.4 in. (44.2 cm) width without rack ears 5.2 in. (13.
Precis Specifications Precis Ultra-Wideband (500 MHz) Specifications Applies to Precis Series pre-configured systems that switch ultra-wideband signals, including all Slam Dunk models. Precis Ultra-Wideband (500 MHz) Specifications Parameter Conditions Value Frequency Response 1 to All ±3 dB to 500 MHz or better Crosstalk (adjacent channel) f = 5 MHz <-60 dB Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) Vin = 0.7 V, 100 IRE >65 dB Return Loss f = 5 MHz <-45 dB Input Level (max.) ±1.
Precis Specifications Precis HT S/PDIF Specifications Applies to Precis HT systems: FGP37-0804-A4B, FGP37-0804-34B, FGP37-1208-A4B, and FGP37-1208-34B. Precis S/PDIF Specifications Parameter Conditions Standard Value IEC60958 Resolution 16 bit to 24 bit Sample Rate 36 to 96 kHz Input Signal Amplitude 0.2 Vpp to 2.5 Vpp terminated Output Signal Amplitude 0.4 Vpp to 1.
Precis Specifications Precis Audio Specifications Applies to all Precis pre-configured systems. Standard Audio Specifications Parameter Conditions Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz THD + Noise f = 20 Hz to 20 kHz <0.02% Vin = -6 dBu to +26 dBu, no volume control f = 20 Hz to 20 kHz <0.
ETHERNET CONNECTOR LEDS ETHERNET CONNECTOR LEDS This section applies specifically to Precis models with 32-bit processors and Ethernet link connectors. The Ethernet 10/100 Base-T connector has two LEDs, one green and one amber.
