User guide

Matrix Software
This section introduces the Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program, which is available on
the Extron website, including:
• About this Program
• Installing the Software
• Using the Matrix Switchers Control Program
About this Program
The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program communicates with the switcher via the
Ethernet LAN port, a serial port, or the mini USB port (FOX Matrix 320x only) to provide an
easy way to set up ties and sets of ties. The program is compatible with Windows 2000,
Windows XP, Windows 7, and newer operating systems. Updates to these programs can be
downloaded from the Extron website.
Software Operation via Ethernet
When a matrix switcher is connected to an Ethernet WAN or LAN, up to 200 users can
operate it, locally or remotely, using the Matrix Switchers Control Program. See Ethernet
Connection on page 14 for installation details.
Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet is password protected. There are two levels of
password protection: administrator and user. Administrators have full access to all switching
capabilities and editing functions. Users can select inputs and outputs, recall presets, and
view all settings with the exception of passwords. If the same password or no password
is required for logging on, all personnel log on with administrator privileges. Fields and
functions that exceed user privileges are not selectable in the Matrix Switchers Control
Program when the operator is logged on as a user.
Ethernet protocol settings
The IP Settings/Options window (see figure 20 on page 43) provides a location for viewing
and, if the PC is connected via the RS-232 link or if you are logged on via the Ethernet port
as an administrator, editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface. See IP Settings/
Options Window on page 43 for more details.
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