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Using the software – Extron Electronics DXP Series User Manual

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Digital XPoint Matrix Switchers • Matrix Software

Using the software

Many items found in the Matrix Switchers Control Program are also accessible via
front panel controls and the LCD display (see chapter 3, “Operation”) and under
SIS control (see chapter 4, “Programmer’s Guide”). The Matrix Switcher+ Help
Program provides information on settings and on how to use the control program
itself.

1.

To run the Matrix Switchers Control Program, double-
click on the Matrix Switchers Control Program icon
(shown at right) in the Extron Electronics group or folder.
The comm port selection window (figure 5-3) appears.

Figure 5-3 — Comm port selection window

2

.

Select either the comm port that is connected to the DXP’s RS-232/RS-422 port
or Emulate and click OK.

Although IP [LAN] is available for selection, the switcher does not have an
Ethernet port. Do not select
IP [LAN].

If you selected a comm port

, proceed to step 3.

If you selected Emulate

, see “Using emulation mode” in this chapter.