User Guide

Introduction
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D
esign XPress Installer’s Guide
Only modify the source code generated by Design XPress if there is a strong desire to alter the
behavior of the code. To add features, new subsystems, etc. make the changes in the custom file to
save yourself the frustration.
Design XPress is not a "simple" NetLinx program. Because of the scope and number of features
designed into the system, the code can be quite daunting to someone looking at it, even an
experienced NetLinx programmer. Installers with NetLinx experience should not expect to be able
to modify the software the first time they see it. Most of the features are tied into another feature or
affect another part of the software. The architecture of the system design and the function of the file
being modified should be understood prior to proceeding with changes.
Another common mistake is forgetting to properly address a device. Unless all devices are
addressed as defined in the report file the system will not work as desired.