User guide

DMS 1600, DMS 2000, DMS 3200, and DMS 3600 • Matrix Software 82
Using Emulation Mode
Emulation mode allows you to set up the software without attaching the switcher to the
computer. To use Emulation mode, do the following:
1. Double-click the Matrix Switchers Control Program icon in the Extron Electronics
group or folder.
2. Choose Emulate, and click OK.
3. Choose an emulation file to open, and click OK. The file DEMO.MTX provides a sample
of a completed matrix setup. Selecting the file NEW.INI or clicking Cancel provides a
blank setup to get you started.
4. Enter the file name under which you want to save any changes to the file, and click OK.
5. Select DMS as the Matrix Model (see figure 52) and either DMS 1600/3600 or
DMS 2000/3200 as the Default Size. Check the boards that are installed; and select the
type, input/output (4x4), input only (4x0), or output only (0x4), for each board. Click OK.
Figure 52. Emulation Mode Configuration
6. Continue using the program as described on page 65.
Using the Help System
For information about program features, you can access the help program in any of the
following ways:
• From the Extron Electronics program folder or group, double-click on
the MATRIX Switcher Help icon (shown at right).
• From within the Matrix Switchers Control Program, click the Help menu on
the main screen.
• From within the Matrix Switchers Control Program, press the <F1> key.