Cisco MX300G2 Manual page 14

API for programming in-room controls
Table of contents
Introduction
Connect to the video system
Create a user interface
The video system's API (also known as the xAPI) allows bi-directional
communication with third-party control systems, such as those from AMX or
API for in-room control API for in-room control Crestron. There are multiple ways to access the xAPI:
• Telnet
• SSH
Widgets
• HTTP/HTTPS
• Ethernet port
Command reference
• RS-232 / serial connection
Troubleshooting
Regardless of the method you choose, the structure of the xAPI is the same.
Choose the access method that suits your application and video system the
best.
Tips and tricks
Consult the API guide for your video system for a full description of available
access methods and how to use the xAPI. Go to
Examples
http://www.cisco.com/go/sx-docs
http://www.cisco.com/go/mx-docs
Then, click
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for SX Series, or
for MX Series
Reference Guides > Command References to find the API guides.
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