Sierra Video Pro XL Series 8 - Manual (Page 64)

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Commonly Used Switching Commands
This section contains the most commonly used switching commands. These commands are
explained in detail in the proceeding section and are merely meant as a “short cut” for
programmers.
“Y” Command- All Levels
The “Y” command switches all levels (i.e. video and audio).
For example;
**Y2,8!!
This string says that input 8 is to be connected to output 2 on all levels.
“X” Command- Specify Levels
Using the “X” command requires that a level is specified.
For example;
**X8, 3, 2!!
This string says that a connection is to be made between output 8 and input 3 on level 2. If a level
number of “0” is used, all levels are switched.
“V” Command- Connect Levels
The “V” command is followed by an output number, a comma, and an input number for each
level, up to the number of levels on the router.
For example;
**V12, 7, 8, 9!!
This string says that connections are to be made to output 12 from input 7 on level 1, input 8 on
level 2, and input 9 on level 3.
Unless otherwise specified at the time of order, the V5S series of routing switchers are configured
at the factory with 7 levels of control as indicated by the chart below.
Level # Type
1 R
2 G
3 B
4 H
Sync
5 V Sync
6 Audio 1
7 Audio 2
Note:
When writing commands for a “third party” controller, pay careful attention to the levels of control.