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AMX AVS-MD4-CP10 manual

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    Instruction Manual AutoPatch Control Panel CP-10 Control Panel Release: 1/20/2009[...]

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    Contents i CP-10 Instruction Manual Contents Introduction ......................................................................................................... 1 Applicability Notice .............. ................... .................... ...................... .................... ............ ...... 1 Overview .............. .................[...]

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    Contents ii CP-10 Instruction Manual[...]

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    Introduction 1 CP-10 Instruction Manual Introduction Applicability Notice The information in this manual applies to the CP-10 Control Panel, which comes with many of the Modula pre-engineered systems or can be ordered as part of a custom system or as a remote control panel. Pre-Engineered Sy stems The CP-10 is a component of a number of Modula pre-[...]

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    Introduction 2 CP-10 Instruction Manual Control Keys Note: The following keys are not currently implemen ted: Special, Undo, Comma, Period, and Up and Down Arrows. Keys & Functions  Cancel Key – cancels an incomplete command and returns the pane l to the Command screen. Cannot undo a completed operation, i.e., an operation followed b y the[...]

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    Executing Switches 3 CP-10 Instruction Manual Executing Switches A switch is an active c onnection between an input (source) dev ice and one or more output (destination) devices. The signals routed in a switching operation are individual signals or groups of individual signals coming through the connectors on the rear of an enclosure. Y ou can exec[...]

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    Executing Switches 4 CP-10 Instruction Manual The example following switches Input 1 to Output 2 on Level 0. To execute a switch: 1. At the Command screen, press the Change Key . The Change screen appears. 2. At the Change screen, press the Level Key and enter “0.” 3. Press the Input Key and enter “1.” 4. Press the Output Key and en ter “[...]

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    Verifying Signal Status 5 CP-10 Instruction Manual Verifying Signal Status Signal status can be verified to confirm that a switch has executed properly or to confirm correct routing to multiple outputs (destinations) without accidently executing or disconnecting switche s. Input status and output status both function on the CP-10 Contro l Panel. An[...]

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    Verifying Signal Status 6 CP-10 Instruction Manual No outputs – If no outputs are routed to the specific input, “DIS” (disconnect) displays in the Output field. The Status screen below indicates that Input 2 is not routed to any outputs. 5. Press the Status Key to return to the Status screen and select another signal to verify . Or Press the [...]

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    Executing Presets 7 CP-10 Instruction Manual Executing Presets Global & Local Presets Overview Global and local presets are predefined sets of switches that can easily be executed. Local Presets A local preset is a predetermined set of switches on a particular level (virtual matrix) that are routed simultaneously . The y are stored in each encl[...]

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    Executing Presets 8 CP-10 Instruction Manual Executing Local Presets Note: Executing a local preset does not change a ny system routings that are not part of the preset. Make sure the CP-10 is o n the level (virtual matrix) where the lo cal preset resides. T o return to the Command screen at any time, press the Cancel Key . The example below exe cu[...]

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    Executing Presets 9 CP-10 Instruction Manual Defining Global Presets T o return to the Command screen at any time, press the Cancel Key . The example below defines Global Preset 3, and the example on page 10 executes Global Preset 3. To define a global preset: 1. Route the system to the desired state. 2. At the Command screen, press the Preset Key [...]

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    Executing Presets 10 CP-10 Instruction Manual Executing Global Presets T o return to the Command screen at any time, press the Cancel Key . Note: When you execute a global preset, the syst em routes the switches immediately . To execute a global prese t: 1. At the Command screen, press the Preset Key . The Global Preset screen appears with the curs[...]

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    Checking the Software Version 11 CP-10 Instruction Manual Checking the Software Version Use the following steps to check the software version of the CP-10 Control Panel. To check the software version: 1. Press the Cancel K ey . 2. At the Command screen press the Program Key . The Software V ersion screen appears. Current software version number[...]

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    Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel 12 CP-10 Instruction Manual Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel This chapter covers rack installation for the CP-10 Remote Panel (FG1090-216), as well as instructions for linking the panel to a n enclosure. When the installation is c omplete, execute a test switch to make sure the system is working proper[...]

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    Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel 13 CP-10 Instruction Manual Connecting to AMX Auto Patch Matrix Switcher Communication Cable Requ irements  T wo-conductor, 20 A WG , 7/28 strand cable with a drain wire or shield, such as Alpha 2412C (customer supplied) Maximum length of cable: 1,000 ft. (305 m) total, including linked panels  AMX Auto[...]

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    Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel 14 CP-10 Instruction Manual Applying Power Power Requirements  AMX AutoPatch wall transformer Or  +7 VDC to +12 VDC @ 500 mA Important: Always use a UL approved power source. Be sure to check the power source documentation for information specific to that power source. The instructions below are for usi[...]

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    Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel 15 CP-10 Instruction Manual Rack Installation CP-10 Remote Panels are designed to fit in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 c m) rack. Once the CP-10 Remote is wired, follow the rack installation instructions below . Tip : When placing control panels, keep in mind that the optimal viewing angle is at eye level. To [...]

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    Installing a CP-10 Remote Control Panel 16 CP-10 Instruction Manual 2. Press the Level Key and enter “0.” 3. Press the Input Key and enter “1.” 4. Press the Output Key and en ter “2.” 5. Press the T ake Key . Input 1 is routed to Output 2, and the system returns to the Command screen. If the system is not w orking properly , check all s[...]

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    Appendix A – System Error Codes 17 CP-10 Instruction Manual Appendix A – System Error Codes This appendix contains an overview of common error codes that can appear on a CP-10 Control Panel, provides basic troubleshooting strategies, and gives technical support contact information. Common System Error Codes The table below lists the error code,[...]

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    Appendix A – System Error Codes 18 CP-10 Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Error codes can appear eithe r on the control panel or in a terminal emulation program, such as HyperT erminal. When you are using a control panel, one of the most common troubleshoo ting strategies is to resend the command to see if the error was simply a timeout error .[...]

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    1/09 2009 AMX © . All rights reserved. AMX and the AMX logo are registered trademarks of AMX. AMX reserves the r igh t to alter specifications w ithout notice at a ny time. It’s Your World - Take Con trol™ 3000 RESEARCH DRIVE, RICHARDSON, TX 75082 USA • 800.222.0193 • 469.624.8000 • 469-624-7153 fax • 800.932.6993 technical support •[...]