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Table of Contents Introduction ....................................................................................8 Features ..............................................................................8 AZedit Description .............................................................8 Getting Started ...................................................................9 Intercom Configuration Description................................10 Connecting and Disconnecting ......................................
Party Line Alphas ........................................................118 IFB Alphas...................................................................119 Special List Alphas ......................................................120 GPI Output Alphas.......................................................121 ISO Alphas ..................................................................122 UPL Resource Alphas .................................................123 GPI Input Descriptions.......................
Introduction Intercom system configuration has never been easier with the advent of Telex's AZedit Intercom System Software. AZedit is a Windows®-based, full-featured configuration software, providing online and offline configuration capabilities. It gives you the ability to manage multiple intercom systems, assign and reassign users to different ports, as well as dynamically add intercom hardware to your system setup without jumper changes, rewiring, or taking the system offline.
Getting Started The AZedit software comes with either two 3.5" floppy disks or a CD, used to install the application onto a central computer. Minimum Requirements for Software Installation • Pentium Processor • 64 MB Ram Note: The larger the intercom system the more RAM is required to run the software effectively. For example, a seven-frame intercom system will require more RAM than a one-frame system. • Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.01 and higher or NT Service Pack 6.
Intercom Configuration Description The intercom configuration is split into two groups: resources and options. Resources are the number of intercom ports, party lines, etc. that are available. Options describe such things as the number of talk levels for each talk key, or the number of setup pages for each keypanel. Some options slightly modify the operation of the intercom system. Some resource and option settings are limited by the amount of available hardware.
Connecting to ONLINE Mode from FILE Mode Once you have finished making changes to the intercom system in File mode and have saved the changes to a disk, you can connect to the intercom system from File mode to upload the changes. To connect to ONLINE mode, do the following: 1. From the menu bar, select Online. The Online drop-down menu appears. 2. From the drop-down menu, select Connect. The word ONLINE appears in the lower right-hand corner of the main AZedit window.
To connect using SERVER Mode, do the following: 1. From the Online menu, select Server Mode. A check mark appears next to Server Mode when it is active, the background in all fields turns purple, and the word SERVER appears in the lower right corner of the main AZedit window. To disconnect from SERVER Mode, do the following: 1. From the Online menu, click Server Mode.
1. If you have been working on a setup file, perform a Save. 2. If you are not connected to the Intercom system, make a Connection. See Connecting – ONLINE mode, page XXX. 3. From the Options menu, select Intercom Configuration. A message indicating, "Warning! Changing these settings my cause a mismatch between ADAMedit and the settings in the intercom" appears. 4. Click OK. The Intercom Configuration screen appears. 5.
Procedure to change the master controller intercom configuration settings AZedit Intercom Configuration Settings Initially, AZedit defines the quantity for each resource and option. However, these quantities may be changed to fit your intercom system. To assure you are viewing the intercom configuration for the application, and not for a setup file or the master controller, do the following: If you have been working on a setup file in FILE mode, save any changes you have made.
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Keypanels and Ports The Keypanel/Ports screen displays essential keypanel information, such as Port numbers, Keypanel and Port Settings, Port Status, Key Assignments, etc.: KEYPANEL SETUP: Use this screen whenever you want to connect a keypanel to a particular intercom port and then set up that keypanel. Keypanel setup includes assigning the keys and setting other keypanel options.
5. Click OK. The changes you made are applied to the program and the Keypanel / Port Configuration screen closes. Note: While editing the Setup and Advanced tabs, you can click Apply at any time to apply the changes without closing the screen. This gives you the freedom to make more changes, if needed. Screen Items Screen Item Port Field Type text field Description The Port field displays the identification numbers assigned to individual channels to which devices are connected.
Screen Item Field Type Description Alpha Names. 1. Scroll Enable check boxes From the Alpha drop down list, select the Alpha assigned to the port. The Scroll Enable check box controls who can view destinations in scroll lists and assign those destinations to keypanel keys. Scroll lists are lists of names (alphas) for intercom ports. You use these scroll lists in AZedit when assigning keys on keypanels.
Screen Item Field Type Description different pages to edit page setups. 1. Edit button Gain Setup for Output Port button From the Keypanel/Port Settings drop down list, select the keypanel type you are configuring. Use the Edit button to open the Keypanel/Port Configuration screen. For more information on the Keypanel Port Configuration screen, see Keypanel Port Configuration. Opens the Gain Setup for Output Port screen 1. Click the Gain Setup button. The Gain Setup for Output Port screen appears.
Screen Item Field Type Description latching function of the alpha or port number assigned to the corresponding key. 3. Select the relevant R check box to restrict the alpha or port number assigned to that corresponding key Repeat this step to assign alphas or port numbers to the rest of the listen key text fields. Note: When a talk or listen key is on, a red dot will appear above the key'. Talk Keys check box and text field The Talk keys are assigned to different ports or alphas.
Right-Click Guide to the Keypanel/Port main screen Built into AZedit are many different ways to get to the same information, by buttons, menus, and right-clicking. The following is a list of menus and screens you can access by right clicking from the Keypanel/Port main screen. Right Click Action Right-click in the Port field Right-Click Result A popup menu appears that gives you the option to: Undo – reverses the last action--for example, to undo a deletion, thus restoring deleted text to a document.
Right-click in a Listen Keys field A popup menu appears that gives you the options to: Info: displays import keypanel/port information such as, panel alpha, description, setup page, key type/level, and key assignment. Latch Disable: Selects the "D" (disable) checkbox above the Listen key. Key Restrict: Selects the "R" (restrict) checkbox above the Listen key. Change Assignment: Opens the Select Key Assignment screen.
Right-click in a Talk Keys field A popup menu appears that gives you the options to: Info: displays import keypanel/port information such as, panel alpha, description, setup page, key type/level, and key assignment. Latch Disable: Selects the "D" (disable) checkbox above the Listen key. Key Restrict: Selects the "R" (restrict) checkbox above the Listen key. Change Assignment: Opens the Select Key Assignment screen.
General Keypanel Setup To setup a keypanel do the following: 1. On the Keypanel / Ports screen, select the intercom port you want to setup. Use either of the following methods: In the Port text box, enter the intercom port number, and then press Enter. OR From the Alpha drop down list, select the port alpha.
Port Configuration for Non-Keypanel Usage The following are items that you may want to configure in an intercom port when connecting non-keypanel devices. Scroll Enable Settings Scroll enable check boxes appear in the setup views for intercom ports, party lines, IFB's, Special Lists, GPI Outputs, UPL Resources, and ISO's. The Scroll Enable check boxes controls who can view destinations in scroll lists and assign those destinations to keypanel keys.
Restricting Setup Page Reassignment for all Intercom Ports Using Copy and Paste This procedure shows you how to quickly restrict the setup page for all intercom ports. This will prevent any keypanel operator at any intercom port from changing the setup page assignments. To restrict setup page reassignments for all Intercom ports using copy and paste, do the following: 1. Select the port for which you want to work. 2. On the Keypanels / Ports screen, click Edit.
Key Restriction Setup using Copy and Paste Special This procedure shows you how to quickly set all the restriction check boxes for all intercom ports. This prevents any keypanel operator at any intercom port for changing the assignment on any key. Note: You must be running in FILE mode. For more information on FILE mode, see Connect/Disconnect to FILE mode. 1. On the Keypanels / Ports main screen, select the port with which you want to work. 2. Click Edit.
10. Click Clear All. All items in the Paste Special screen are deselected. Note: You must select All Setup Pages, and then deselect All Setup Pages to activate the Individual Key Settings check boxes. 11. Select All Setup Pages. All Setup Pages are selected, as well as Individual Key Settings and All Keys are selected. 12. Deselect All Setup Pages. All Setup Pages are deselected, however, Individual Key Settings and All Keys stays selected. 13. Select All Ports. All Ports are selected. 14.
Assigning Auto-Follow to all Listen Keys using Copy and Paste Special This procedure shows you how to quickly set all listen keys to auto-follow for all intercom ports. You must be running in FILE mode while configuring this setting. 1. On the Keypanel / Port screen, select the port with which you want to work. 2. Click Edit. The Keypanels / Ports Configuration screen appears. 3. Verify that View by Setup Page is selected. 4. Click OK. The Keypanels / Ports Configuration screen closes. 5.
Note: You must select All Setup Pages, and then deselect All Setup Pages to activate the Individual Key Settings check boxes. 12. Select All Setup Pages. All Setup Pages are selected, as well as Individual Key Settings and All Keys are selected. 13. Deselect All Setup Pages. All Setup Pages are deselected, however, Individual Key Settings and All Keys stays selected. 14. Select All Ports. All Ports are selected. 15.
Assigning Keys M Warning: Before attempting any kind of key assignment make sure the "Upload Alphas" message is not displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. When starting AZedit, the names for key assignments and intercom systems will not display properly until all alphas are uploaded. In a very large intercom system, this could take several minutes. 1. From the Keypanels / Ports screen, right-click in a Talk or Listen combo box. A pop up menu appears. 2. Select Change Assignment.
• You can assign a key by position the cursor in the key assignment text box and then entering the name. Be aware, if there are duplicate alphas in the system, the key may take on the wrong assignment. • After a talk key is assigned, you will notice a new key assignment text box activates under the talk key (except the KP-32 in View by Panel Type mode). This can be used as a second key assignment that will activate along with the first key assignment. This is referred to as a level 2 talk key.
Keypanel/Ports Configuration The Keypanel/Ports configuration screen is used to configure a keypanel in the intercom system. From this screen, you can setup your keypanels, choose different screen View options, restrict users from setup, set specific priorities, set delay times, IFB listen destinations, enable tone, keypanel privacy, TIF dial out restrictions, and assign a port as a TIF.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description Panel display The Panel field displays which panel is being configured (i.e., Main Panel, Expansion Panel 1, etc.). Type drop-down list The Type field gives users a list of keypanels that can be assigned to the main panel. For example, KP-32, TIF 2000, etc. From the Type drop down list, select the type of keypanel being assigned.
Screen Item Field Type Description by Panel Type is the preferred mode because the user cannot assign more keys than are actually available on the keypanel. by Setup Page: The Keypanel / Ports screen displays all 16 Talk and Listen key assignments available on a setup page, regardless of whether the keypanel or expansion panel has that number of keys.
Right-Click Guide to the Keypanel/Port Configuration Setup screen There are no right-click menus for this screen.
Keypanel / Ports Configuration Advanced Use the Advanced tab to further configure an intercom port for use with a keypanel. Set priorities for keypanels in IFB, Trunk IFB, and Trunk situations. Set the Panel Poll Delay (the amount of time the keypanel waits for data transmission). Panel Poll Delays are used when remote keypanels are in the system configuration.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description Priorities text field The Priorities field gives the user a numerical option to select which keypanel receives first access to an IFB, trunk IFB or Trunk in cases where two or more keypanels are trying to access the same port at the same time. IFB Priorities Description IFB priorities determine which keypanel gets first access to an IFB in cases where two or more keypanels are trying to access the same IFB at the same time.
Screen Item Field Type Description Trunk Priority Description Depending on how many trunking ports are setup, there may be occasions when there are not enough available for everyone to use. In such cases, trunk priority settings control the order in which keypanels gain access to trunked ports. Each keypanel can be assigned a trunk priority ranging from 1 through 10. With 10 being the highest priority.
Screen Item Field Type Description However, if the private keypanel talks to another keypanel, it will be heard. The keypanel privacy feature requires ADAM Master Controller Firmware Version V9.5.0 or greater. Note: Keypanel privacy does not prevent someone from listening to a private panel via other means. For example, if the private keypanel is a member of a party line or special list, it can be heard by anyone listening to the party line or special list.
Right Click Action Right-click in any of the following fields: IFB Priority Trunk IFB Priority Trunk Priority Panel Poll Delay Port Number Right-Click Result A popup menu appears that gives you the option to: Undo – reverses the last action--for example, to undo a deletion, thus restoring deleted text to a document. Cut - removes part of a document, usually placing it temporarily in memory so that the cut portion can be inserted (pasted) elsewhere.
Panel Poll Delay Activation Panel Poll Delay is typically used when a keypanel's data line is connected to the intercom port via a modem link from a remote location. By setting a delay time, the intercom system waits longer for data transmissions from the remote keypanel. The delay time can be set anywhere from 0 milliseconds (1/1000 of a second) to 500 milliseconds (500/1000's of a second, or 1/2 second).
Gain Setup for Output Port Gain is simply the increase of a signal accomplished by increasing the size of the amplitude. AZedit uses Unity Gain. Unity Gain is when the amplitude that the audio comes into the matrix system is sent out at the same amplitude. For example, if +10 dB comes into the matrix that is set with 0 gain, then +10 dB will leave the matrix. However, if +10 dB comes into the matrix that is set with –4 dB gain, then +6dB will leave the matrix. The unity point is seen as zero dB, by default.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Point to Point Listen Gains Input Port Description RTS Keypanels are calibrated to send and receive audio at standard operating levels of the intercom system. Normally, no audio gain adjustment is required when connecting these ports. However, many other types of devices may not operate at the standard intercom system levels.
Screen Item Field Type Description fill with the appropriate port number. 1. Gain drop down list From the Input Port Alpha drop down list, select the Port Alpha for which you want to change the gain level. Gain is the level at which the port listed at the top of the screen will hear the input port that you select. Gain adjustments can range from +6dB to –99 dB. 1. From the Gain drop down list, select the new gain level.
Screen Item Field Type Description Output Gain text field The Output Gain setting is the amount of gain the output level to the intercom port has been increased or decreased. Gain adjustments can range from +20dB to –20dB. Port Gain Reset button The Port Gain Reset button restores the current gain setting to its default db. Note: Gain resets take effect when you send your changes to the intercom system. Gain settings can also be saved in your setup file, if you save it to disk 1.
Port Alpha Ports are the individual channels that devices are connected to within the intercom system. Devices can include: • 2-way communication devices, such as keypanels, belt packs etc. • Audio sources, such as broadcast feeds or background music • Miscellaneous audio output devices, such as powered loudspeakers, PA systems etc. Communication between Ports The audio signal from any input port can be routed to any output port.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description Port column display The Port column displays the port identification number for the intercom port. This identification number cannot be changed. Alpha column display The Alpha column displays the label given to the port (input/output) of the matrix. Alphas are the names that appear in the alphanumeric displays on keypanels when keys are assigned to talk to destinations in the intercom system.
Go to Keypanel View (opens Keypanel/Ports screen) Adjust Crosspoint Settings for this Port (opens the Crosspoint Status screen) Go to Crosspoint Volume View (opens the Crosspoint gains screen Go to Party Line Volume View (opens the Party Line Gains screen) From the Change popup menu, you can: Cancel Changes to this/all alphas – this undoes all the changes you have made up to the last SAVE performed. Note: You must be connected to the Intercom for some of these menus to work.
Assigning Alphas (names) to Intercom Ports Intercom ports have names called Alphas. As a default, they have generic names, such as N001, N002, etc. Alphas appear in the alphanumeric displays on keypanels equipped with displays. It is recommended you change the default alphas to names more meaningful to your keypanel operators. You can also add brief descriptions to the Alphas to further describe the port and help to distinguish for what the intercom port is being used.
Alternative Method of Assigning Alpha If you want to change the name for a particular intercom port while you are viewing the keypanel setup screen for that port, you can use this method for assigning Alphas. However, it is not recommended for assigning multiple alphas to the intercom system. To assign alphas to a port while viewing the keypanel setup screen, do the following: 1. While viewing the keypanel setup screen, press Ctrl + F12. The Edit Alpha Description screen appears. 2.
Party Lines A party line, also called a conference line, is a group of intercom ports that can talk and/or listen to each other. Party lines have default names such as, PL01, PL02, etc… These names can be changed using the Other Alpha setup screen (for more information, see Other Alphas). Members of a party line are assigned using the Party Line setup screen. Once the party line is established, it can be assigned to a keypanel using the Keypanel setup screen (for more information, see Keypanels).
Screen Items Screen Item Field Description PL text box The PL box shows the number of the party line for which you want to view. Alpha drop-down list The Alpha drop-down list shows the alpha name assigned to the party line. 1. From the Alpha drop-down list, select the Alpha for which you want to work. Port column display The Port column displays the port available to assign to the party line.
permanent talker. NOT PL Listener button Use the NOT PL Listener button to deselect a port or ports as permanent listeners for the currently viewed PL assignment. 1. Click NOT PL Listener to deselect the port assignment as a permanent listener. SCROLL ENABLE Scroll enable check boxes appear in the setup views for the following destination types: intercom ports, party lines, IFB's, Special Lists, GPI Outputs, UPL Resources, and ISO's.
1. Invert Selection button Click De-select All to de-select all ports in the current screen view. The Invert Selections button reverses the order in which the list is currently displayed. 1. Click Invert Selection to reverse the list of ports from the current view. Right Click Guide to the Party Lines Screen Built into AZedit are many different ways to get to the same information, by buttons, menus, and right-clicking.
used Go Back to look at previously viewed screens. Search: From the Search popup menu, you can: Search for this panel (opens the Search Status Screen) Search for panels with this key assignment (only available when a key assignment has been made)(opens the Search Status Screen) Show Grid: Opens key assignment grid.
Assigning Alphas to Party Lines Party lines have default names, such as PL01, PL02 etc. You can change these names to something more recognizable to keypanel operators. You can also add brief descriptions to help you distinguish between party line uses. To assign a party line alpha, do the following: 1. From the Keypanel / Ports screen, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 2. Select Party Line Alphas. The Party Line Alphas screen appears. 3.
Setting Up a Party Line Party lines are primarily set up for party line members, with occasional access by keypanel operators. Party lines are typically used when several users of non-keypanel devices, such as belt packs or cameras, are used in a specific common activity and need to talk/listen to each other constantly. To setup a party line, do the following: 1. Start AZedit. The AZedit application appears. 2. Click the PL button The Party Line screen appears. 3.
Assign a Party Line to the Keypanel Once you have assigned ports that can talk or listen to the party line, you can assign it to a keypanel so that users are able to access the party line. To assign a party line to the keypanel, do the following: 1. Click the KP button. The Keypanel / Port screen appears. 2. Right-click a Talk or Listen combo box. A popup menu appears. 3. Select Change Assignment. The Select Key Assignment screen appears. 4. From the Key Type List, select Party Line.
6. Click OK. The party line alpha appears in the keypanel display field. Note: Remember; SEND all your changes to the Intercom System before closing the application. If the changes are not sent they are not saved to the intercom system.
Setting Audio Levels To and From a Party Line To set audio levels to and from a party line, do the following: 1. From the System menu, select Gains, and then select Analog Input / Output Gains. The Analog Input / Output Gains screen appears. 2. Highlight the port for which you want to change the audio levels. 3. Using the Set Input Gain and Set Output Gain buttons, adjust the Input and Output levels for the port. Note: These are initial settings.
Set Overall PL Gains This procedure shows you how3 to set overall gain for selected Party Lines. To set the overall PL gains, do the following: 1. Click Gains. A popup menu appears. 2. Select PL Gains. The Party Line Gains screen appears. 3. Select the PL you want to adjust. 4. Using the Gain Controls, adjust the gain for the party line accordingly. Note: Remember; SAVE all your changes to the Intercom System before closing the application.
IFBs (Interrupted Fold Back) IFB is a method for a keypanel operator to interrupt an audio source that someone is listening to and then talk to that listener. When the keypanel operator is finished talking and turns off the IFB key, the original audio source "folds back", or reconnects, to the listener. IFB could be used to interrupt background music on a PA system while someone is paging. Mostly, though it is used in broadcasting to cue talent, such as news anchors, field reporters, etc.
However, you can control how many IFB's are available for use by changing the intercom configuration settings. Alpha list column The Alpha column displays the name assigned to the IFB. Default names are IF01, IF02 etc. You can change these names to ones that are more meaningful to keypanel operators. 1. Click the row where you want to change the Alpha name, then press Ctrl + F12. The Edit Alpha/Description screen appears. DIM list column Displays the Dim Level you set in the Edit IFB screen.
Right-Click Guide to the IFB Screen Built into AZedit are many different ways to get to the same information, by buttons, menus, and right-clicking. The following is a list of menus and screens you can access by right clicking from the IFB main screen.
Assign IFB Alphas IFB Alphas appear in the keypanel display window to whichever key it is assigned. To assign IFB Alphas, do the following: 1. From the Keypanel / Port screen, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 2. Select IFB Alphas. 3. Click OK. The IFB Alphas screen appears. 4. Double-click the IFB you wish to assign an alpha. The Edit Alpha Description screen appears. 5. In the Description field, enter a description for the IFB. 6.
Configure an IFB To configure an IFB, do the following: 1. Click the IFB button. The IFB screen appears. 2. From the IFB list, select the IFB you want to configure. 3. Double-click the IFB. The Edit IFB screen appears. Note: To restrict keypanel operators from assigning this IFB to keys on their keypanels, make sure not to select any check boxes under Scroll Enable. 4. In the Input field, enter the port number or select the port alpha of the intercom port where the normal audio source is connected.
Listen Source To use the Listen Source feature, a pre-fade mic feed from the talent's mic, through the mix console, and is then connected to an available input port in the matrix. The port number or alpha is entered on the Edit IFB screen in the Listen Source Field. Remember; the port alpha for this input source must be entered first under Port Alpha settings. Verify this port is not a duplicate alpha in the system. When the listen source is set, go to the keypanel and assign the IFB to a keypanel key.
Assign a IFB to the Keypanel Once you have assigned ports that can talk or listen to the party line, you can assign it to a keypanel so that users are able to access the party line. To assign a party line to the keypanel, do the following: 1. Click the KP button. The Keypanel / Port screen appears. 2. Right-click a Talk (or Listen) combo box. A popup menu appears. 3. Select Change Assignment. The Select Key Assignment screen appears. 4. From the Key Type List, select IFBs.
IFB Priority Setup Set the IFB priority when you want to give one user access to the IFB over another user. For example, a director and an assistant can be setup to communicate with the same IFB. If IFB priority has been set, giving the director a higher priority than the assistant.
3. Click the Advanced tab The Advanced screen appears. 4. In the IFB priority field, enter the priority you want to assign to the individual port. 5. Click Apply. The changes are applied to the application. 6. Click OK. The Keypanel / Port Configuration screen closes and the priority is set. Note: Remember; SEND all your changes to the Intercom System before closing the application. If the changes are not sent they are not saved to the intercom system.
Configure System IFB Priority Levels By default, the IFB priority level ranges from one to three (one being the lowest priority). However, if your application needs to support more than three priority levels, you can configure the system IFB priority level as high as a level eight priority. To configure the IFB priority level, do the following: 1. From the Options menu, select Intercom Configuration. A Warning screen appears. Be sure to read this carefully. 2. Click OK. Otherwise, click Cancel.
Special Lists A special list is a group of intercom ports a keypanel operator can talk or listen to by activating a single key. Special lists are typically used for paging, all call, group call, etc. Special lists have default names such as SL01, SL02, etc. The names can be changed to more meaningful names by using the Other Alpha setup screen. Members of a Special List are defined through the Special List setup screen.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description SL text box Displays the SL number assigned to the Special List being viewed. Alpha drop-down box Indicates the Alpha assigned to the Special List being viewed. To change the Special List being viewed, do the following: 1. From the Alpha drop-down list, select the Alpha of the Special List you want to view. The information of the Alpha you select appears. Port list column The Port column displays a list of ports within the intercom system.
1. Highlight the port(s) you want to remove from the special list, and then click Add to SL. The port(s) you highlighted is added to the special list and YES appears in the SL Member? column. Note: To select multiple ports, press the Ctrl key, and then select the ports. Remove from SL button The Remove from SL button removes the selected port(s) from the special list. 1. Highlight the port you want to remove from the special list, and then click Remove from SL.
Adjust Crosspoint Settings for this Port Go to Crosspoint Volume View Go to Party Line Volume View Go to Port Alpha View From the Changes Menu, you can Clear all changes to this SL /all SLs..,.- clears all the changes you have made up to the last Save performed. From the Search menu, you can: Search for panels with this port alpha as a key assignment. Search for panels with this special list alpha as a key assignment. Note: You must be connected to the Intercom for some of these menus to work.
Assign Special List Alphas Special lists have default names, SL01, SL02, etc. You can change the defaults to more meaningful names. You can also enter a brief description to give further information and keep track of the special lists that you use. To assign alphas to multiple special lists, do the following: 3. In AZedit, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 4. From the Other Alphas screen, select Special List Alpha. The Special List Alpha screen appears. 5.
GPI Out ADAM and ADAM CS intercom systems have a General Purpose Interface (GPI) port. GPI ports have eight control outputs (also referred to as relays) and eight control inputs. The location of the GPI port on the ADAM and ADAM CS is as follows: ADAM: Located on XCP-ADAM-MC Master Controller Breakout Panel, J11. ADAM CS: Located on ADAM CS back panel, J903. GPI Port Pin-out All 25-pin GPI Port connectors have the same pin-out as follows: Pin No. Function: 1. GPI In #1 (+5 to +18 VDC) 14.
external devices from User Programming Language (UPL) statements. For example, you can set up a UPL state that says to activate external lights everyday at 5:00 pm every day. By setting up a UPL, the lights are controlled by the GPI Output. Additionally, GPI Outputs can be used as input conditions for UPL statements, as well. For example, use the GPI Output statement that activates the external lights as input for another UPL statement.
The Edit Alpha / Description screen appears. Note: The Ctrl+F12 may need to be activated before it will function properly. LC list column The LC column displays the scroll enable settings for the GPI Output port. LC indicates Local TK indicates Trunk AE indicates AZedit For each type of scrolling, the letters will appear green if that type of scrolling is enabled, brown (or red when selected) if that type of scrolling is disabled.
Right-Click Action Highlight Port > Right Click Result A popup menu appears that gives you the following options: Info: The information contained here shows the GPI Output Name, input, and output. Scroll Enable: Gives the user the ability to set scroll enable for Local ports, Trunk ports, AZedit ports. From the Scroll Enable menu, select Local, Trunk, or AZedit.
Assign GPI Output Alphas GPI Outputs have default names, RY01, RY02, etc. You can change the defaults to more meaningful names. You can also enter a brief description to give further information and keep track of the GPI outputs that you use. To assign alphas to multiple special lists, do the following: 1. In AZedit, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 2. From the Other Alphas screen, select GPI Output Alphas. The GPI Output Alphas screen appears. 3. Double-click a RY (relay).
ISO ISO is a means for a keypanel operator to isolate a particular intercom port for private communication. While the intercom port is isolated, it can only hear audio from the keypanel operator. There is also an option called ISO Self that cuts the keypanel operator off from the rest of the intercom system as well during the ISO operation. When the ISO key is released, normal intercom operation is automatically restored.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description ISO list column The ISO column displays the ISO number. This number cannot be changed. However, control over the number of ISOs available for setup can be configured into the intercom system. Alpha list column The Alpha column displays the name assigned to each ISO. Default names are ISO1, ISO2, etc. These names can be changed to more meaningful names by selecting an ISO from the list and pressing Ctrl+F12.
Right-Click Guide to the ISO screen Built into AZedit are many different ways to get to the same information, by buttons, menus, and right-clicking. The following is a list of menus and screens you can access by right clicking from the ISO main screen. Right-Click Action Highlight ISO > Right Click Result A popup menu appears that gives you the following options: Info: The information contained here shows the ISO, Description, and output.
Assign ISO Alphas ISOs have default names, IS01, IS02, etc. You can change the defaults to more meaningful names. You can also enter a brief description to give further information and keep track of the ISOs that you use. To assign alphas to multiple ISOs, do the following: 1. In AZedit, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 2. From the Other Alphas screen, select ISO Alphas. The ISO Alphas screen appears. 3. Double-click an ISO. The Edit Alpha Description screen appears. 4.
GPI In General Purpose Inputs and Outputs (GPIO or GPI) controls devices that use switch contact closures, DC voltages, or similar methods. GPI Inputs can be used to activate key assignments. For example, a lighting system can be controlled from keypanel keys or key a transmitter during transmission. GPI Inputs can also be used as inputs to UPL statements. For example, you could program a console switch to load an entirely new intercom system setup file.
GPI Inputs for UIO-256, ADAM, and ADAM CS: Connect +5 to +18 VDC between any GPI input and common to activate that GPI input. Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description GPI Input column display The GPI Input column displays the number assigned to the GPI Input. This number cannot be changed. Changing the intercom configuration can control the number of GPI Inputs. For example, basic system hardware has eight GPI Inputs.
Note: When No Key is assigned as the key type, the Key Type column will be blank. Status column display The Status column displays whether the GPI Input is activated, ON; otherwise, OFF will display. This information will periodically update. To force an update: 1. From the View menu, select Refresh. The display status field updates. Or, press Ctrl+Space from the keyboard. NOTE: To access the Edit GPI In screen, double-click a GPI In from the list, the Edit GPI In screen appears.
Search for panels with this key assignment (only available when a key assignment has been made)(opens the Search Status Screen) Show Grid: Opens key assignment grid.
Assign GPI In Alphas GPI Inputs can be used to activate key assignments. GPI Inputs can also be used as inputs to UPL statements. Unlike other Alpha descriptions, GPI Inputs only allow you enter a description in the Alpha screen. To assign alphas to multiple GPI Input descriptions, do the following: 10. In AZedit, click Other Alphas. The Other Alphas screen appears. 11. From the Other Alphas screen, select GPI Input Descriptions. The GPI Input Descriptions screen appears. 12.
UPL ADAM, ADAM CS, and Zeus matrices contain a feature called User Programmable Language (UPL) based on logical statements to be implemented by the system. UPLs give users the ability to automate or schedule certain actions to occur. For example, a building's internal communication system via an intercom system may regulate who is contacted at different times during the day (the receptionist from 8:30 – 4:30 and from 4:30 to Midnight all calls are sent to the security officer).
Users can construct these statements easily using the drop-down lists on the Edit UPL Statement screen. There are cases where the actions to be implemented require external devices. For this purpose, RTS has included a serial RS-232 control language called Command Line Protocol. This protocol allows simple ASCII communications between the matrix and the external computer. Command Line Protocol comes standard on ADAM, ADAM CS and Zeus matrices.
A popup menu appears. 2. From the Popup menu, select Enable or Disable. The UPL statement is enabled (YES) or disabled (NO). Input A display column The Input A column displays the input condition that must be met before the output result becomes active (for example, GPI Input, Counter, etc.). Operation display column The Operation column displays the operator used (AND, OR, XOR).
previously canceled with the Undo Button. Go Back: lets you go back to previously viewed screens (up to 20). Go Forward: lets you go forward again when you have used Go Back to look at previously viewed screens. Search: From the Search popup menu, you can: Search for this panel (opens the Search Status Screen) Search for panels with this key assignment (only available when a key assignment has been made)(opens the Search Status Screen) Show Grid: Opens key assignment grid.
UPL Statement Examples Timed Setup File Example This example shows how a UPL statement works. Let's say you have broadcast news show every day at 5pm and you want the intercom system to automatically load and entire intercom system setup file every day at 4:30pm for the broadcast. Using UPL statements you could have the setup file load automatically every day. To write the UPL statement, do the following: 1. In AZedit, open the setup file that will be running BEFORE the file you want to load at 4:30. 2.
Operator Usage The standard operators for input conditions (except for Current Time, Current Date, and Counter) are: AND both Input A and Input B must be true OR either of Input A or Input B must be true XOR exactly one of Input A or Input B must be true (but not both) The following operators are only available to be used when Input A is set to "Current Date", "Current Time", or "Counter", and in these cases Input B is then used as the value to be compared with.
Use a UPL Resource Key to Load a Setup File This example shows how you can set up a keypanel key that will load an intercom system setup file when the key is pressed. As an example, suppose that you want to set up a key on a keypanel that will load an intercom setup file for a broadcast program at 5pm. Then, at 4:55, an operator can press the key on the keypanel thereby loading the setup file for the broadcast.
11. Select Change Assignment. The Select Key Assignment screen appears. 12. In the key type list, select the type of intercom key you want to assign (for example, UPL Resource). 13. In the name list (on the right), select a name (alpha) for the key (for example, 5PM). 14. Click OK. The Selected Key Assignment screen closes and the selected name appears in the key assignment combo box on the Keypanels / Ports screen. 15. Click UPL. The User Programmable Logic Statements screen appears. 16.
20. From the Output Action Type drop-down list, select Load File. A File Name drop-down list appears. Note: All setup files are kept in the Setup file located in the TELEX folder on your C:\ drive. 21. From the File Name drop down list, select the file that will load (for example, test.adm). Note: There is a description box near the bottom right that provides an English text description of what the UPL statement you create will do.
Use Keypanel Keys to Control Talk and Listen for Non-Keypanel Devices This example demonstrates an IMPORTANT note about certain types of UPL statements; when you use a UPL statement to activate a key assignment, you must also create another UPL statement to deactivate the key assignment. In this example, you have a keypanel connected at intercom port one. A camera director in a television broadcast studio is using this keypanel. Also, there is a camera intercom connected at intercom port 2.
7. Once you have created the UPL Resource Alphas, click Done. The Edit Alpha Description screen closes and the Resource Alphas you renamed appear in the UPL Resource Alpha list 8. Click KP. The Keypanels / Ports main screen appears. 9. In the bottom tool bar, click KP (or press F2). The Keypanels / Ports main screen appears. 10. In the Port field, enter the port number with which you want to work. (You can also select an Alpha from the Alpha drop-down box. 11. Right-click in a talk key combo box.
Once you have finished assigning the UPL Resources to keypanel keys, access the keypanel setup screen for the intercom port where the camera intercom station is connected. 1. Assign each of the Party Lines (PL1, PL2, PL3, and PL4) to a talk key 2. Assign auto-listen to the listen keys. 3. Once you are finished assigning the party line UPL resources and AF to the talk and listen keys, click UPL. The User Programming Logic Statements screen appears. 4. Double-click a UPL Statement.
7. From the UPL Resource drop-down box, select the first UPL resource you created (for example, PL1). 8. From the Output Action Type drop down box, select Force Talk Key. 9. In the Port # field, enter or select the port number where the talk key is located. 10. In the Key # field, enter or select the key number you want to activate. 11. Click Next. The next UPL statement appears in the Edit screen. 12.
Inter-panel Dim Tables An Inter-panel Dim Table is simply a list of two or more keypanels that are located in close proximity to one another. Dim is placed on the talk key as a second level function. When entered, the Dim invokes the processor to search all the dim tables whenever the talk key is pressed.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description DIM text field The DIM text box displays the DIM entry number. The Dim entry number is a representation of the Dim table. The number/description is generated from the Other Alpha's listing (Shift + F12). Keypanels can be members of more than one Dim table. For each dim table, a different number of members and amount of dimming may be set. Note: The Dim entry number cannot ever be changed.
Assignment. Note: To select more than one port at a time, press Ctrl on the keyboard and then select the ports to add. 1. Remove from DIM button Highlight the selected ports, and then click Add to DIM. The highlighted ports are added to the DIM assignment. The Remove from DIM button removes selected ports from the Dim Assignment. Note: To select more than one port at a time, press Ctrl on the keyboard and then select the ports to remove. 1.
Go to Special Lists Alpha View Go to Keypanel View Adjust Crosspoint Settings for this Port Go to Crosspoint Volume View Go to Party Line Volume View Go to Port Alpha View From the Changes Menu, you can Clear all changes to this SL /all SLs..,.- clears all the changes you have made up to the last Save performed. From the Search menu, you can: Search for panels with this port alpha as a key assignment. Search for panels with this special list alpha as a key assignment.
XPT (Crosspoint) When one intercom port talks to another intercom port it does this via what is commonly referred to as a crosspoint. The crosspoint is basically the connecting point between the talker and the listener. There is a separate talk and listen crosspoint between every intercom port and every other intercom port in the intercom system.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description Port text box The Port field displays the system assigned number for the crosspoint port currently being viewed. Alpha drop-down list The Alpha field displays the alpha assigned to the crosspoint port currently being viewed.
Port display column The Port field displays the system assigned number for the port. Alpha display column The Alpha field displays the alpha assigned to the port. Closed display column The Closed field displays the status of the crosspoint port. No means the port is Open, while Yes means the port is Closed. F/I display column The F / I field shows whether the port is a forced crosspoint or an inhibited crosspoint port. To Force or Inhibit a port, do the following: 1.
Gain Gain is simply the increase of a signal accomplished by increasing the size of the amplitude. AZedit uses Unity Gain. Unity Gain is when the amplitude that the audio comes into the matrix system is sent out at the same amplitude. For example, if +10 dB comes into the matrix that is set with 0 gain, then +10 dB will leave the matrix. However, if +10 dB comes into the matrix that is set with –4 dB gain, then +6dB will leave the matrix. The unity point is seen as zero dB, by default.
Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description Port text field The Port field displays the system generated port number currently being viewed. Alpha drop-down list The Alpha field displays the number of the Alpha currently being displayed. Listens To… The Is Listening To… field shows the port, the alpha and the gain level of the port 1. From the Port field, select the port for which you want to set the crosspoint listen gain level for the currently viewed port.
Invert Selection button The Invert Selection button reverses the selections made. For example, if 3 ports are highlighted, and Invert Selection is clicked, the three ports that were highlighted are no longer highlighted, while the rest of the port list becomes highlighted. 1. Click Invert Selection. The highlighted ports are no longer highlighted, while ports that were not highlighted become highlighted.
Note: The default level of +0.0 dB is also called the unity gain level. Normally, the list in the center of the screen will show the gains for all party lines. If you check Show Non-Unity Only, you will see only those party lines that are not set at the default level. Use the Reset Gain button to reset the gain for whichever party lines are currently selected in the center of the screen. This will reset gains to the default level of +0.0 dB.
the crosspoint listen gain level for the currently viewed port. The port you select becomes highlighted. Alpha display column The Alpha field displays the selected alpha for which the party line gain can be set. Gain display column The Gain field displays the selected party line gain level for the currently viewed party line. Gain Controls The Gain Controls area gives users the ability to set the gain level for each party line the currently viewed party line listens to.
Other Alphas The Other Alphas screen lets the user assign names and descriptions for party lines, IFB's, UPL Resources, etc. These names appear in the alphanumeric displays on keypanels after you assign the keypanel keys. Note: You can also change the name for a particular party line, IFB etc. in the relevant setup view by pressing Ctrl+F12 on the computer keyboard. For example, suppose you just clicked the PL button on the toolbar to set up a party line.
Party Line Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description PL display column The PL column displays the system generated party line number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the party line. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the party line.
IFB Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description IFB display column The IFB column displays the system generated IFB number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the IFB. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the IFB. The alias can be changed to a The maximum characters allowed for an alias is four.
Special List Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description SL display column The SL column displays the system generated special list number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the SL. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the SL.
GPI Output Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description RY display column The RY column displays the system generated GPI Output number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the GPI Output. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the GPI Output.
ISO Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description ISO display column The ISO column displays the system generated ISO number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the ISO. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the ISO. The alias can be changed to a The maximum characters allowed for an alias is four.
UPL Resource Alphas Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description UR display column The UR column displays the system generated UPL Resource number. This number cannot be changed. Alpha display column The Alpha column displays the name of the UPL Resource. The default names may be changed to more meaningful names. The maximum characters allowed for an alpha is four. Alias display column The Alias column displays the alias of the UPL Resource.
GPI Input Descriptions Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description DI display column The DI column displays the system generated Data Input number. This number cannot be changed. Description display column The Description column displays a short description of the GPI Input.
Inter-panel Dim Descriptions Screen Items Screen Item Field Type Description DIM display column The DIM column displays the system generated DIM number. This number cannot be changed. Description display column The Description column displays a short description of the Inter-panel Dim.
Common Tasks Move a User to a New Intercom Port As you set up your intercom system, you will establish many types of relationships between ports and the other types of intercom resources. The most obvious relationships are the point-to-point key assignments that let users talk to one another. If you move a user from one intercom port to another, you will have to search the intercom system and find all keys at all other intercom ports that are assigned to talk or listen to the user at the original port.
1. From AZedit, click UPL. The User Programming Logic setup screen appears. 2. Scroll through UPL Statements list checking to see if the old port is included in any of the Input or Output columns. If the old port is included, double-click the UPL Statement and change the port setting from the old port to the new port. Check Dim Tables Participation 1. From AZedit, click Dim. The Inter-panel Dim Table setup screen appears. 2. Check all Dim Table ports currently set up in your intercom system.
4. Click Do Search. The Search Status screen appears showing the results of your search. This list contains the names of all ports that have keys assigned to the target user. 5. Select the key assignment you are searching for and click the Go to Panel button. The Keypanel / Port screen appears with the selected keypanel information populated. Notice, the Search Status screen did not close. Do NOT close the Search Status screen. Note: Sometimes there may not be a key assigned to the target user.
18. Using the normal procedure for assigning alphas to the ports, assign alphas in the intercom port. For information on Assigning Alphas, see Assigning Alphas) 19. From the File menu, select SAVE. 20. Once you save the file, click the Send icon. The changes are sent to the intercom system. 21. Disconnect the users intercom cable from the old intercom port and reconnect to the new intercom port. The user has been moved from one intercom port to a new intercom port.
Enable Trunking Trunking allows you to connect up to 32 systems together. One reason for a trunked system is to allow for more users. AZedit has the ability to support trunked systems, however, the application must be configured to accept trunking. To enable trunking, do the following: 1. From the Options menu, select Preferences. The Applications Preferences screen appears. 2. Click the Advanced tab The Advanced screen appears. 3. Select the Enable Trunking check box. 4. Click Apply. 5. Click OK.
Download Firmware Updates Updating Master Controller Firmwaree M Warning! The following procedure will cause one or more brief disruptions in intercom communications. Also, save your intercom system configuration before proceeding. From the File menu, select Save. Later, if you need to restore the intercom configuration from disk, use Send File in the Online menu.
When the Master Controller is finished, the new software version will appear in the version field of the Version Status screen. If you do not have a Standby Controller Card, you can skip steps 8 and 9. 8. Once the Active Master Controller is updated, remove the Controller card from the frame. 9. Insert the Standby Controller card and repeat steps 4-8 10. When the Standby Controller card is finished, insert both controllers and resend your system setup file.
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Keyboard Shortcut Description Context CTRL+R Toggle key restriction state Keypanel assignment CTRL+SHIFT+R Toggle key restriction state, and set all keys to the right to the same state Keypanel assignment CTRL+ALT+R Toggle key restriction state, and set all keys to the left to the same state Keypanel assignment CTRL+D Toggle latch disable state Keypanel assignment CTRL+SHIFT+ALT+D Toggle latch disable state, and set all keys to the right to the same state Keypanel assignment CTRL+ALT+D To
CTRL+2 View talk level 2 key assignments Keypanel screen CTRL+3 View talk level 3 key assignments Keypanel screen CTRL+4 View talk level 4 key assignments Keypanel screen CTRL+SHIFT+1 View listen level 1 key assignments Keypanel screen CTRL+UP View previous key level Keypanel screen CTRL+DOWN View next key level Keypanel screen CTRL+HOME Move focus to port number edit box Keypanel screen CTRL+SPACE Refresh data, re-upload screen data from intercom All screens (ONLINE) CTRL+LEFT Go b
CTRL+F12 Edit alpha for current resource (must be enabled in preferences) All screens CTRL+SHIFT+D Firmware download Status screens (ONLINE) CTRL+SHIFT+V Firmware versions All screens (ONLINE) CTRL+SHIFT+ALT+1 Perform first birthday All screens (ONLINE) CTRL+SHIFT+M View MC/AIO memory All screens (ONLINE) CTRL+SHIFT+C Display AZedit communication statistics All screens Telex Communications 137
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Introduction After you are finished connecting the PC containing the installed AZedit software to the Intercom system frame, you can configure AZedit using this Quick Start Guide. This guide is intended to get your system up and running with the most basic configurations. At some point, you will need to go back to make adjustments to the software configuration to make it more effective and efficient.
3. After you have named party lines, IFB's, etc, you can start assigning keypanel keys to talk and listen to those assignments. Do this using keypanel setup. By now, you should be getting a good basic sense of how to use the AZedit software to setup your intercom system. There are many other features of AZedit that have not been mentioned in this quick guide. It is recommended that you read through the AZedit User Manual or go through the help files that accompany the software.
7. Click the IFB button. The IFB screen appears. 8. From the IFB list, select the IFB you want to configure. 9. Double-click the IFB. The Edit IFB screen appears. Note: To restrict keypanel operators from assigning this IFB to keys on their keypanels, make sure not to select any check boxes under Scroll Enable. 10. In the Input field, enter the port number or select the port alpha of the intercom port where the normal audio source is connected. 11.
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Glossary of Terms Abort Changes When Abort Changes is selected, any changes made to the online configuration (since the last time changes were sent) are erased. Note: This item is available in the online menu and via the Abort button. You must be in ONLINE mode to select this. ONLINE mode is indicated by the word “ONLINE” in the lower-right corner of the screen. If SERVER or FILE is indicated, Abort Changes will not be available.
C Connect If AZedit is operating in FILE mode*, click the Connect button connect to the intercom system. Before connecting, the program checks to see if you have made any changes to your current intercom setup file. If there are changes, you will be allowed to cancel the connection and save your file before connecting.
From the Options menu, select Preferences. 1. Click the Alphas tab. To Activate: 2. Select the Automatically check for duplicate alphas after opening a file, and Prompt before checking for duplicate alphas check box. To Deactivate: 3. Deselect the Automatically check for duplicate alphas after opening a file, and Prompt before checking for duplicate alphas check box. You can also select Check for duplicate alphas...
Copy When selectable, Copy duplicates all of the information on the screen you are currently viewing. Copy is available from the Edit menu or the Copy button.
D DBX Links Use DBX Links to view information about the links between DBX (Dual Bus Expansion) cards in a multi-frame ADAM intercom system that uses this type of card. This item is only selectable in ONLINE mode when AZedit is connected to a DBX system. Any of the following indications can be given: : this link is not being used for audio ###-###: this link is being used for the timeslots indicated Example 1 The following information would be displayed for a 2-frame system without redundant DBX cards.
Dim Number The Dim Number is a representation of the Dim table. The number and description is generated from the Other Alpha's listing (SHIFT+F12). Dim Table For each Dim table, a different number of members and amount of dimming may be set. Members may be associated with more than one dim table. Dim is placed on the talk key as a second level function. It invokes the processor to search all the configured Dim groups whenever the talk key is depressed.
E Edit button The Edit button accesses additional and advanced setup features for the current port or keypanel. Exit Select Exit to close AZedit. Normally, you will see a warning and given a chance to cancel if you have not saved your configuration information. You can deactivate the warning if desired. To deactivate the warning, do the following: 1. In the Options menu, select Preferences. 2. Click the Startup / Shutdown tab. 3. Remove the check mark next to Ask for confirmation before exit. 4.
G Gain Use Gain to adjust crosspoint and party line gains. Increase the level of a sound by increasing the amplitude of the frequency. A volume control essentially adjusts gain for an audio/video system. Gain is simply the increase of a signal. Typically, higher gain is better. Go Back Go Back reverts to previously viewed windows, up to 20 consecutively previous screens. Go Back is available in the View menu and also via the Go Back button.
I ID Number Pane When you are viewing most screens, the ID Number Pane displays the identification number of the resource that is currently selected. In the keypanel setup view or the LCP-102 setup view, if you move the cursor over an assignment, this pane displays the identification number of the assignment. Note: Whenever there is a number displayed here, the pane immediately to the left of this pane will indicate the type of key assignment or resource: PP (point-to-point), PL (party line) etc.
Intercom Configuration Use Intercom Configuration to view the number of available resources and options, such as intercom ports, party lines, number of talk levels, etc. In an ADAM or ADAM CS intercom system, you can also use Intercom Configuration to change the resource and option settings.
K Keypanel / Ports Setup Keypanel/Ports Setup provides access to the Keypanel / Ports setup screen, where you can set up keypanels (assign keys etc.), assign GPI Inputs to set scroll restrictions for intercom ports, and to view keypanel activity. Keypanel Versions Use the Keypanel Versions screen to check the firmware versions of keypanels. You can also use this to upgrade the firmware in certain types of keypanels.
L LCP-102 Assignment Use the LCP-102 Assignment to set up an optional LCP-102 Level Control Panel. LCP key assignment Use the LCP Key Assignment to assign the LCP keys. To change the assignment type the new assignment in the box for the key of interest, or right click on the assignment of interest and choose the Change Assignment option. Load File Load File lets you select a file from disk, view its contents, and then merge it into the ONLINE configuration, if desired.
Log to Serial Port When Log to Serial Port is selected the output talk and listen key activity is logged in ASCII text format via an RS232 serial port. This requires a separate COM port connection at the computer. See logging description for further details.
M Master Controller Status Use Master Controller Status to view connection status and data communication errors between the master controller and the configuration PC. You can also use this to upgrade the master controller firmware. Note: In an ADAM or ADAM CS intercom system this item displays status information about the active master controller card, and the standby master controller card status can be viewed with the Standby Controller item on the Status menu.
Mode Pane The Mode Pane indicates the current operating mode as follows: • FILE Indicates that the computer is not communicating with the intercom system. In this mode, you can create new setup files, and also open and edit existing setup files. This mode is recommended if you are making many changes and want to save your file to disk periodically, but do not need to immediately download the changes to the intercom system.
N New If you are currently editing a file in FILE mode, clicking New will clear all settings and open a new, blank setup file (you will be prompted for confirmation first). • If you are in FILE mode, but no changes have been made, clicking New will immediately start a new setup file without any prompts. • If you are in ONLINE mode, clicking New will cause the computer to disconnect from the intercom system and enter FILE mode (you will be prompted for confirmation). A blank setup file is started.
O Open • If you are currently editing a file in FILE mode, clicking Open will clear all settings and open a file that you select from disk (you will be prompted for confirmation first). • If you are in FILE mode, but no changes have been made, clicking Open will immediately let you select a file to open from disk without any prompts. • If you are in ONLINE mode, clicking Open will cause the computer to disconnect from the intercom system and enter FILE mode (you will be prompted for confirmation).
P PAP and LCP-102 Status Use PAP and LCP-102 to view connection status and data communication errors between the master controller and any Program Assign Panels or LCP-102 Level Control Panels that are connected to the intercom system. PAP and LCP-102 Status Screen Information Page combo box The Page Combo Box displays and controls the page of assignments that are displayed for the current keypanel view.
Panel type description The Panel Type Description is the current panel type as reported by the intercom or as set by the user. Partial Save Partial Save lets you save parts of the setup file you are currently working on. Later, you can send the partial configuration to the intercom system using the Send File command. Or, you can use the Merge command to merge the partial file into another setup file that you are working on.
Paste Special Paste Special gives you greater control over pasting than when using the Paste command. You can: • Paste portions of the Windows Clipboard to a screen • Paste to multiple screens. For important applications of the Paste Special command, see Listen Key Setup using Copy and Paste Special, or Scroll Enable Setup using Copy and Paste Special. PL Alpha combo box The PL Alpha Combo box shows the alpha assigned to the current party-line (PL) system.
Port Edit Box The Port Edit Box displays the port number for the port setup currently being viewed. Typing a different port number in this box shows the setup information for the specified port. Port Status Use Port Status to view connection status and data communication errors between intercom ports and the master controller. You can also use this to upgrade the firmware in certain types of keypanels connected to intercom ports.
Ok ? Indicates that the data device connected to the port is a keypanel with an unknown or earlier version of software. OK TIF Indicates that the data device connected to the port is a TIF-951 or TIF-2000 Telephone Interface. Port status bitmap grid The Port Status Bitmap Grid displays the following icons in the Port Status group (upper-right corner of the Keypanels / Ports screen). Most of these icons activate based on keypanel features detected by the intercom system master controller.
Print prints the configuration information for the current window. For example, to print the configuration information for party lines, press the PL button on the toolbar to view the party line configuration information, then select print. Print is available via the File menu and the Print button. Print Preview Print Preview lets you see how the printed page will look before you print it.
R Redo Redo recreates up to 20 consecutive changes that you previously canceled with the Undo button. Redo clears every time you save your setup file or send your changes to the intercom system. Redo is available in the Edit menu and via the Redo button. Refresh In ONLINE or SERVER modes, selecting Refresh restores the most current configuration and status information about an intercom station in AZedit. Use Refresh with any screen that provides status information.
Remote Intercoms Use Remote Intercoms to view the status of remote intercoms. From this screen, you can choose to clear key assignments that refer to disconnected intercoms. Reset Capabilities Use Reset Capabilities to reactivate any capabilities of AZedit that may have been disabled. AZedit capabilities may have been disabled in several ways: • Some AZedit features may be disabled by default because they are not commonly used.
Restrict talk key To prevent a keypanel operator from changing a key assignment, select the Restrict check box (R) above that key assignment. (Or press Ctrl+R on the computer keyboard while the key assignment is selected.) Note: You may wish to set all of the restriction check boxes for all setup pages at all intercom ports. You can do this quite easily using the Copy and Paste Special commands.
S Save If you are currently editing a new file in FILE mode, clicking Save will let you select a file name and location to save. • If you are in FILE mode, and editing a previously opened setup file, clicking Save allows you to save the file with the same file name or with a different name. • If you are in ONLINE mode, clicking Save will cause the computer to upload the current intercom system configuration and merge it with any changes you have made but not sent to the intercom system.
Search Search helps you locate all intercom keys that are assigned to talk or listen to a particular intercom port, party line, etc. Search is useful when you move a user from one intercom port to another. You will have to search for all keypanels that have keys assigned to that person’s old port, and change them to the new port. Search is available in the Edit menu and via the Search button. Send Changes Send Changes can only be selected in ONLINE mode.
Note: You can set AZedit to always enter SERVER mode at startup: In the Options menu, select Preferences. Click the Startup / Shutdown tab. Select the Auto enter SERVER mode check box to enable AZedit to enter Server Mode at startup. Show volume buttons Use the Show Volume button to view the current listen levels for a keypanel. This is an optional description supplied by the user when defining alphas for the keypanel/port.
Standby Controller Status Use Standby Controller Status to view connection status and data communication errors between the standby master controller card and the active master controller card.
T Toolbar Toolbar turns the toolbar ON or OFF. The toolbar is located at the bottom of the screen, above the Status Bar. Toolbar is available under the View menu. Trunk Master Status If your intercom system uses an optional FR9589 or TM2000 Trunking Master Controller, you can use Trunk Master Status to view connection status and data communication errors between the TM2000 and the active master controller in your local ADAM or ADAM CS intercom system.
U UIO-256 Status Use UIO-256 to view connection status and data communication errors between the master controller and any UIO256 Universal Input / Output Frames that are connected to the intercom system. UIO-256 Status Screen Information Undo Undo cancels up to 20 previous, consecutive changes. Undo clears every time you save your setup file or send your changes to the intercom system in ONLINE mode. Undo is available in the Edit menu and via the Undo button.
V View Log View Log starts an auxiliary program called Log Viewer, which lets you view files that have been saved with the Log to File feature. View Mode Use View Mode to toggle between normal and enhanced views for some setup screens. View mode is only used with the Keypanel / Ports screen to toggle between view by Panel Type and view by Setup Page. Volume button The Volume button accesses the gain controls for the current port or keypanel.
W Warn on Exit A Warn on Exit message appears to confirm whenever you attempt to exit AZedit.
X XPT (CROSSPOINT) Use the XPT (Crosspoint) window to view intercom ports that are currently talking and/or listening to each other. From this window you can turn talk and/or listen paths ON or OFF between selected intercom ports, as well as view all events and settings that are currently affecting the gain between two intercom ports. XPT Force Use the XPT Force button to force a crosspoint closure between the port currently being viewed and the port selected.
INDEX A Abort Changes .................................................... 146 About AZedit ....................................................... 146 Absolute Gain Adjustment.................................... 116 Adjust the Com port and Baud rate settings............12 Advantages of reducing master controller intercom configuration settings .........................................13 Alternative Method of Assigning Alpha ...................53 Analog I/O ..................................................
G Gain.......................................................44, 114, 153 Gain Controls ...................................................... 118 Gain Settings.........................................................26 Gain Setup for Output Port.....................................44 General Keypanel Setup........................................25 General Keypanel Setup Procedure .......................17 General Purpose Inputs and Outputs......................89 General Purpose Interface (GPI) port ......
PANEL STATUS BITMAP GRID ..................................... 163 Panel type description.......................................... 164 PAP and LCP-102 Status..................................... 163 Partial Save......................................................... 164 Party Line...................................................... 44, 164 Party Line Alphas ................................................ 164 Party Line Gains.................................................. 164 PARTY LINE GAINS.......
Stby MC Status - Status Column.......................... 175 Sunglass Icon...................................................... 163 T Talk vs. Listen ..................................................... 111 TIF Dial Out Restrict ..................................................40 time division multiplexing (TDM)........................... 111 Timed Setup File Example.....................................98 Tone Override IFB Setup .......................................70 Toolbar..........................