Downloading Software And Transferring Files; Running The First Time; Startup - AMX AXT-CA10 Instruction Manual

Using NetLinx Studio
communication method is then highlighted in green on the bottom of the NetLinx Studio
window.
If the connection fails to establish, a Connection Failed dialog appears.
Try selecting a different IP Address if communication fails.
Press the Retry button to reconnect using the same communication parameters.
Press the Change button to alter your communication parameters and repeat
steps 2 thru 10.
15. Once the particular System Master is configured for communication via an IP Address, remove
the DB9 connector from the Program port on the Master.

Downloading Software and Transferring Files

In order for the system to operate, the NetLinx program and all supporting files (touch panels, IR
files, text files, etc.) must be downloaded to the master. NetLinx studio can be used for most
downloads, but any file in the Other branch of the project tree will need to be loaded on the master
using FTP (file transfer protocol).
This document assumes the user knows how to download files using NetLinx Studio. Compile the
main software file (Main.axs) and download it to the Master. Download all touch panel files, and IR
files for each IR controlled device. Since the include files are compiled into the main program there
is no need to download them individually.
Remember that G4 PanelPreview cannot run a DXP-PRO produced TPD4 "virtual
touch panel" file because the page flip information is code-driven by the Master and
not embedded within the file. With no Master communicating to the "virtual panel",
there are no page flips.
The CD titles list must be downloaded using an FTP program. There are many of these available on
the web, most of them freeware. Connect to the Master and download all of the required files into
the root directory (top-most directory) of the Master.
Once everything is downloaded, the Master will require a reboot to load the new configuration.

Running the First Time

The Master ships with a default message buffer threshold which may be too small for the Design
XPress system. Some other anomalies aren't so obvious. Fortunately there is a solution to this
problem.
The first time a Master is rebooted with the DXP-PRO program files loaded, the software
automatically detects the current settings on the Master and adjusts them as needed. If changes are
made, the Master automatically reboots to load the new settings.

Startup

Each touch panel connected to the system displays a message box "System is ready" indicating that
the reboot is complete, and the system is ready to operate. In addition, the panels will flip to the
Logo page when they are ready. Depending on the number of devices, touch panels, etc. on the
system, the reboot could take several minutes.
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