Appendix B - Managing Configuration Files - AMX Epica DG Instruction Manual

Appendix B – Managing Configuration Files
Applicability Notice:
(XNConnect's version information is found under its Help menu.)
This chapter covers basic modifications that can be made to a configuration file using XNConnect
software. For complete coverage of XNConnect, see the Help file.
A configuration file contains system* configuration information which is loaded onto the system at the
factory. Each enclosure's CPU references the configuration file, which defines switching behavior. The
file can be modified using XNConnect (found on the AMX AutoPatch CD) to include custom channel
names and local presets.
Caution: Use XNConnect only if you need to reload the configuration file or modify your system's
configuration from the original specifications. Make a copy of the current file every time the
file is modified.
A copy of the configuration file (with an .xcl file extension) is found on the AMX AutoPatch CD shipped
with each system. If you lose the AMX AutoPatch CD, either download XNConnect from the AMX
website and see Discovering a System on page 70 or contact technical support (see page 40) with your
system's serial number for a replacement file. If making any modifications other than customizing
channel names or creating local presets, provide technical support with a copy of the modified file for
future support.
This chapter covers the following topics:
* A system can be a stand-alone matrix switcher or multiple matrix switchers with or without additional
controllers and accessories.
Epica DG Instruction Manual
This chapter applies to XNConnect version 2.6.0.
Installing XNConnect
Opening a configuration file
Discovering a system
Navigating the interface
Customizing channel names (labels)
Creating local presets
Loading a configuration file
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