Matrix Software; Matrix Switchers Control Program; Installing The Software - Extron electronics DMS 1600 User Manual

Matrix Software

This section describes using software to operate the DMS matrix switchers, including:
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Matrix Switchers Control Program

The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program communicates with the switcher via the
Ethernet LAN port, the serial port, or the USB port to provide an easy way to set up ties
and sets of ties. The program is compatible with Microsoft
Windows 7, and newer operating systems. Updates to the Matrix Switchers Control
Program can be downloaded from the Extron website (www.extron.com).

Installing the Software

The Matrix Switchers Control Program and Firmware Loader are available on the Extron
website. Download and install both programs as follows:
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Matrix Switchers Control Program
Button Label Generator Program
• This procedural description is illustrated as using Internet Explorer. Depending on
the browser you use, some steps or indications may be different.
• Steps 1 through 7, below, are also used to download firmware update packages.
Go to www.extron.com and hover the cursor over the Download tab
(see figure 31, ). The Find Software & Downloads links appear (
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Figure 31. Selecting the Download Tab
Click the or
Software Firmware
performing ( ). The main download page opens (see
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