Page 1 Instruction Manual Epica DGX 144 Distribution Matrix A u t o P a t c h M a t r i x S w i t c h e r s R E V C : 1 / 2 5 / 2 0 1 1...
Page 2 Partner which include AMX Dealers, Distributors, VIP’s or other AMX authorized entity. AMX warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three (3) years from the date of purchase, with the following exceptions: •...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Redundant Power Supply (RPS) ..................... 40 Executing a Test Switch......................41 Technical Support........................43 Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber Boards................45 Specifications Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber ................. 46 System Setup with DGX Modules..................47 Safety Recommendations for Laser Products ................ 48 Attaching Cables ........................48 Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV Input Board............51...
Page 4 Contents Epica DGX 144 DVI Boards................59 Specifications Epica DGX 144 DVI ..................60 Attaching Cables ........................61 Appendix A – EDID Programmer..............63 EDID Overview ........................63 Determining the Need for EDID Programming..............64 Installing the EDID Programmer .................... 65 Reading and Saving EDID Data from a Destination Device ...........
Page 5: Esd Warning
Grounding straps, conductive smocks, and conductive work mats are specifically designed for this purpose. Anyone performing field maintenance on AMX AutoPatch equipment should use an appropriate ESD field service kit complete with at least a dissipative work mat with a ground cord and a UL listed adjustable wrist strap with another ground cord.
Page 6: Important Safety Information And Instructions
There are no user serviceable parts inside an AMX AutoPatch product; service should only be done by qualified personnel. If you see smoke or smell a strange odor coming from your AMX AutoPatch product, turn it off immediately and call technical support.
Page 7: Information Et Directives De Sécurité Importantes
Placez uniquement des fusibles de calibre exact dans les boîtiers. Veillez à ce que la prise de courant soit proche de l’appareil et facile d’accès. Veillez à ce que votre appareil AMX AutoPatch soit installé sur une surface stable ou qu’il y soit fermement maintenu.
Page 8: Notices
AMX. Copyright protection claimed extends to AMX hardware and software and includes all forms and matters copyrightable material and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or herein after granted, including without limitation, material generated from the software programs which are displayed on the screen such as icons, screen display looks, etc.
Page 9 Trademark Notices ® ® ® , AutoPatch , NetLinx , and SmartScale™ are trademarks of AMX. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ® HyperTerminal is a copyright product of Hilgraeve Inc. ®...
Page 10 Notices Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 11: Overview And General Specifications
Epica DGX 144 Input and Output Boards Each Epica DGX 144 system is custom built. The Epica DGX 144 boards that are currently available are listed in the charts below. Each board fills one slot. All boards have 16 connectors except for the DVI boards which each have 8 DVI-I and 4 DMS-59 connectors.
Page 12: Product Notes
Overview and General Specifications Product Notes The Epica DGX 144 is available for custom systems in a variety of input to output configuration sizes and can contain an assortment of input and output boards in a single enclosure. An Epica DGX 144 enclosure fits in a broad range of digital and analog environments and is controllable from a variety of sources.
Page 13: Front View
Note: Features and specifications described in this document are subject to change without notice. Front View The enclosure, which is the structural basis of the Epica DGX 144 Distribution Matrix, is custom built for each installation. The Epica DGX 144 enclosure is controlled using control software or an external controller (see page 14).
Page 14: Rear View
Up to 4 power supplies with receptacles Serial number Note: The Epica DGX 144 has a hand-hold inset on each side to assist with maneuvering the enclosure. Do not attempt to move the enclosure by yourself. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 15 Caution: Each power supply has a small toggle switch to the left of its LEDs that controls internal power and must remain flipped to the right for the system to operate. Do not flip this switch to the left. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 16 SC Fiber. The current selection of boards is listed on page 7. Epica DGX 144 enclosures have 18 vertical board slots (9 slots each for input and output boards with 16 channels per board), allowing for a maximum configuration of 144x144.
Page 17: General Specifications
(VMs) for switching signals: VM 0 = all signals and VM 1 = video signals (in systems like the Epica DGX 144, by default both VMs route the same signals). Note: When embedded audio is transmitted along with the video over the fiber, the audio switches on the same VM as the video (the audio and video cannot be switched independently).
Page 18 Control Panel If the Epica DGX 144 is linked to an Optima, Optima SD, Modula, or Modula CatPro that has a CP-10 or a CP-20A Control Panel (local or remote), the panel can fully control the Epica DGX 144. When other types of AMX AutoPatch Control Panels are used to control the Epica DGX 144, some limitations apply.
Page 19: System Diagnostic Options
APDiagnostics is a software application that monitors and displays advanced diagnostic information about the Epica DGX 144. This application is available on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com. APDiagnostics also works with other AMX AutoPatch products that are capable of reporting such data.
Page 20 Overview and General Specifications Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 21: Installation And Setup
FIG. 6 Caution label for Class 3R laser products Important: No user serviceable parts are inside an AMX AutoPatch product; service should only be done by qualified personnel. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Page 22: Site Recommendations
The following recommendations address potential hazards that are common to all installations. Elevated Operating Temperature The maximum rated ambient temperature for Epica DGX 144 enclosures is 110° F (43° C). All equipment should be installed in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature.
Page 23: Unpacking
Unpacking The Epica DGX 144 is shipped with one enclosure per shipping box. The invoice is sent separately; a packing slip is attached to the outside of each box. Each box contains the following items:...
Page 24: System Setup Options
“Instruction Manual – DGX Transmitters & Receivers.” Rack Installation and System Setup The Epica DGX 144 Distribution Matrix enclosure is mounted in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack. Important: Placing an Epica DGX 144 in a rack requires a minimum of three people.
Page 25 Installation and Setup Safety Recommendations for Laser Products Important: No user serviceable parts are inside an AMX AutoPatch product; service should only be done by qualified personnel. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Page 26 The Epica DGX 144 has a hand-hold inset on each side to assist with maneuvering the enclosure. Do not attempt to lift the enclosure from the pallet to the rack by yourself.
Page 27: Linking Enclosures
Insert and tighten the two screws at the bottom of the cable management bar (do not over tighten). Linking Enclosures An Epica DGX 144 enclosure can be linked to other types of AMX AutoPatch Distribution Matrices by using its Ethernet (10/Base-T) port which is labeled Enc Link. Linking from an Epica DGX 144 enclosure to another Epica DGX 144 (or to an Epica DG) enclosure is currently not supported.
Page 28 AMX provides link cables and equipment for enclosures that are ordered as part of a linked system. Linking from one Epica DGX 144 enclosure to another Epica DGX 144 (or an Epica DG) enclosure is currently not supported, but the Epica DGX 144 can link to other AMX AutoPatch Distribution Matrices using the cable and equipment specified in the table below.
Page 29 Installation and Setup Ethernet Connector LEDs The Enc Link, 10Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45), connector on the Epica DGX 144 has two LEDs that indicate communication status when the enclosure is linked to an active system. Green LED – Speed Status Amber LED – Link Status FIG.
Page 30 Linking Epica DGX 144 to Enclosure with 10Base-T Ethernet Port An Epica DGX 144 can be directly linked to an Optima, Optima SD, Precis SD, and Epica DGX 16/32 enclosures via their Ethernet 10Base-T (Link) ports using an RJ-45 crossover cable.
Page 31 Installation and Setup Linking Epica DGX 144 to Enclosure with 10Base-2 Ethernet Port An Epica DGX 144 enclosure can be linked to an enclosure with an Ethernet 10Base-2 connector (Modula, Modula CatPro, Epica-128, or Epica-256) by using a Media Converter. Additional Ethernet 10Base-2 enclosures can be daisy-chained off the first one.
Page 32 Installation and Setup Linking More Than Two Enclosures Linking an Epica DGX 144 enclosure to multiple other types of enclosures (other than linking in a daisy chain off an enclosure with a 10Base-2 / BNC connector) requires a Multi-Port Switch and RJ-45 straight-through patch cables.
Page 33 * Applies to Modula, Modula CatPro, Epica-128, and Epica-256 enclosures. ** The total length of all RG-58 coax cables between the Media Converter and the last enclosure in the daisy chain cannot exceed 10 ft. (3.05 m). Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 34: Attaching External Controllers
Installation and Setup Attaching External Controllers The Epica DGX 144 can be controlled externally by attaching a control device that uses one of the communication protocols listed below: BCS (Serial) – ASCII sent over a null modem serial cable via the serial port BCS (USB) –...
Page 35 (null modem) or RS-422 serial cable attached to the serial port (DB-9) on the enclosure’s CPU. PCs are common serial controllers. Once a PC is attached to the Epica DGX 144, the system can be controlled by running APControl 3.0 software on the attached PC (see the AMX AutoPatch CD). The system can also be controlled by entering BCS commands into a terminal emulation program (e.g., HyperTerminal).
Page 36 Plug the other end of the serial cable (RS-422 uses platform specific pinout) into the serial port on the serial controller. If not already on, apply power first to the Epica DGX 144 enclosure and then to the source and destination devices (see “Applying Power and Startup” on page 38).
Page 37 Connecting Serial Controllers to USB Port Controlling the Epica DGX 144 using a USB connection requires the creation of a virtual Com port. Once created, the virtual Com port is used as though it was a standard serial connection and can connect ®...
Page 38 Note: The following dialog boxes appear only during the initial USB connection. Once the virtual Com port has been assigned to the Epica DGX 144, the dialog boxes do not appear again. If they do appear, you have connected the USB plug to a different Com port than the initial one – either switch to the initial Com port or establish a virtual Com port for the new port on the PC.
Page 39 USB connector with the assigned virtual Com port. The PC will not recognize the Epica DGX 144 if you disconnect and reconnect using a different Com port on the PC. However, it will attempt to install a new virtual Com port using the new port. If completed, the new port will be assigned a different Com number.
Page 40: Attaching Inputs And Outputs
Input and output connectors are the attachment points for source and destination devices that connect to the system. Epica DGX 144 enclosures have 18 vertical board slots (9 slots each for the input and the output boards with 16 channels per board), allowing for a maximum configuration of 144x144. Viewed from the rear of the enclosure, the input boards (for attaching sources) are on the left, and the output boards (for attaching destinations) are on the right.
Page 41 Attaching Cables Cable Management Bars If AMX AutoPatch cable management bars are used, they need to be installed before cables are attached. Caution: Do not severely bend or kink the SC fiber cable. Irreversible damage can occur. Refer to the physical limitations (bend radius) specified for the cable by the manufacturer. The bend radius for AMX SC terminated fiber cables is 2 inches (5 cm).
Page 42: Applying Power And Startup
(also listed on page 13). Always use an earth-grounded power cord / system with an Epica DGX 144. The source electrical outlet should be installed near the Epica DGX 144, easily accessible, and properly grounded. Power should come from a building branch circuit. We strongly recommend using a dedicated line for the system’s power.
Page 43 (see page 43). * IOS (Initial Operating System) is the base layer operating system on AMX AutoPatch equipment. IOS performs functions such as hosting higher level run-time software applications. When unexpected critical errors are encountered within such hosted applications, system control of the equipment may be passed to the IOS layer preventing normal system operation until the error is manually cleared.
Page 44: Redundant Power Supply (Rps)
FIG. 21 Power-up splash screen in HyperTerminal Note: AMX reserves the right to add to the contents of the splash screen at any time, without notice. * Advanced system information is also available through APDiagnostics software (see page 79). Redundant Power Supply (RPS) Each enclosure ships with up to four mutually-redundant (hot-swappable) power supplies.
Page 45: Executing A Test Switch
After the test switch has executed successfully, you may need to adjust the image with the software that is provided on the AMX AutoPatch CD (also available at www.amx.com). EDID Programmer software can be used for re-programming the DVI and HD-15 RGBHV input boards if necessary (see “Appendix A –...
Page 46 Verify that the source signal is present (visible and/or audible) at the destination. For a complete list of BCS commands and responses, see the Instruction Manual – BCS Basic Control Structure Protocol on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com. Troubleshooting If the test switch did not execute correctly: Check the power indicator on the front of the enclosure.
Page 47: Technical Support
Technical Support Before contacting technical support with a question, please consult this manual. If you still have questions, contact your AMX representative or technical support. Have your system’s serial number (normally located on the rear of the enclosure) ready. We recommend recording your system’s serial number in an easily accessible location.
Page 48 Installation and Setup Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 49: Epica Dgx 144 Sc Fiber Boards
FIG. 23 Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber boards Epica DGX 144 enclosures can hold up to eighteen DGX SC Fiber boards with 16 inputs or outputs per board. Each board has 16 SC fiber connectors. Each enclosure holds a maximum of nine input and nine output boards, accommodating connector configurations up to a maximum of 144x144, as well as subsets (e.g., 128x64 and 80x112).
Page 50: Specifications Epica Dgx 144 Sc Fiber
Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber Specifications Parameter Value Compatible AutoPatch Fiber Products DGX HD-15 TX and RX, DGX DVI TX and RX, other AMX AutoPatch DGX SC Fiber signal management products Safety Certifications Class 1 Laser Product (Class 3R Laser Product when fiber is...
Page 51: System Setup With Dgx Modules
Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber Boards System Setup with DGX Modules DGX SC Fiber input and output boards are used in conjunction with AMX AutoPatch DGX SC Fiber TX and RX modules. Compatible DGX SC Fiber modules are listed on page 46. For module installation details and specifications, see the module’s Quick Start Guide or Installation Manual.
Page 52: Safety Recommendations For Laser Products
Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber Boards Safety Recommendations for Laser Products Important: No user serviceable parts are inside an AMX AutoPatch product; service should only be done by qualified personnel. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Page 53 Fasten cables onto input and output connectors (shown with cable management bar) Tie the SC fiber cable to the cable management bar far enough below the connector to allow for the manufacturer’s recommended bend radius. The bend radius for AMX SC terminated fiber cables is 2 inches (5 cm).
Page 54 Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber Boards Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 55: Epica Dgx 144 Hd-15 Rgbhv Input Board
Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV input boards Epica DGX 144 enclosures can hold up to nine DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV input boards with sixteen HD- 15 connectors each. Each enclosure holds a maximum of nine input and nine output boards (for available output boards, see the “Applicability Notice”...
Page 56: Specifications Epica Dgx 144 Hd-15 Rgbhv
56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 832x624 75 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, 87 Hz 1280x1024 75 Hz 1152x870 75 Hz AMX reserves the right to modify its products and their specifications without notice. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 57: Attaching Cables
Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV Input Board Attaching Cables To connect HD-15 inputs: Fasten the cables onto the HD-15 input connectors (FIG. 27). FIG. 27 Fasten cables onto input connectors HD-15 Pinout Pinout information for the High Density HD-15 connectors on the DGX HD-15 RGBHV input board is provided in the table next to FIG.
Page 58: Board Configuration
The Control PC is connected with a null modem cable to the serial port on the Epica DGX 144. Once the boards have been configured, the Control PC can be disconnected, unless further changes to the display settings are necessary.
Page 59 Install the DG_HD15 Wizard on the Control PC. (We recommend uninstalling any versions of BoardConfig software prior to v1.4.0 first.) Connect the Control PC via a null modem cable to the serial port on the Epica DGX 144. Transfer the test image files from the Control PC to the Source PC.
Page 60 Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV Input Board On the wizard, select the source in the navigation tree in the upper left corner that corresponds to the input connector number for the source signal to be adjusted. Select source to adjust FIG.
Page 61 Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV Input Board 11. Adjust the rest of the icons if needed, keeping the following tips in mind: Horizontal Position If not working, try adjusting Horizontal Pulse Width first and then retry Horizontal Position. CRT screens may need to use the screen controls to fine tune for size and position.
Page 62 Epica DGX 144 HD-15 RGBHV Input Board From the Options menu, select Save to System (to restore settings upon power up). The Save to System Dialog box opens. Click OK. From the File menu, select Save As to save a backup file to the PC.
Page 63: Epica Dgx 144 Dvi Boards
16 input or output channels per board. DGX DVI input boards can route signals to any type of Epica DGX 144 output board. DGX DVI output boards can accept signals from any type of input board. When routing from one board type to another, the Epica DGX 144 automatically converts the signal format to match the output board.
Page 64: Specifications Epica Dgx 144 Dvi
56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, 87 Hz 1280x1024 75 Hz 1152x870 75 Hz AMX reserves the right to modify its products and their specifications without notice. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 65: Attaching Cables
Epica DGX 144 DVI Boards Attaching Cables To connect DVI inputs and outputs: Fasten the DVI-I (or DVI-D) connectors on the cable ends onto the DVI-I input or output connectors on the boards. For DVI pinout information, see page 62.
Page 66 Epica DGX 144 DVI Boards DVI Pinout Pinout information for the DVI-I connector on DGX DVI input and output boards is provided in the chart below FIG. 33. FIG. 33 DVI-I connector pinout DVI-I Pinout Information 1. Data 2- 9. Data 1- 17.
Page 67: Appendix A - Edid Programmer
Matrix Switchers and EDID Matrix switchers, such as the Epica DGX 144, provide the ability to route one source signal to many potentially different types of display devices. Through the use of compatible DGX SC Fiber Receivers featuring SmartScale™, in almost all cases, incompatibilities between source device resolutions and...
Page 68: Determining The Need For Edid Programming
Epica DGX 144 to each of the destination devices. If they can be routed, then EDID programming is not necessary.
Page 69: Installing The Edid Programmer
PC with a VGA or DVI out is a good solution. Cards with 2 DVI connectors, 2 VGA connectors, or 1 DVI and 1 VGA connector are also acceptable. To install EDID Programmer software: Locate and open the installer <EDIDProgrammer_1.2.exe> on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com. Follow the directions in the wizard.
Page 70: Writing Edid Data To A Dvi Or Hd-15 Rgbhv Input Connector
Click the Read button to read the EDID information. The results display in the read-only area. Click the Save button (select location, enter file name, and click Save). Leave the EDID Programmer open for instructions on writing the EDID data to an Epica DGX 144 input connector on the next page.
Page 71 Click the Query AutoPatch Device button to obtain the XNNet ID address from the enclosure. Attach a DVI video cable to the PC using the PC’s spare monitor port. Attach the open end of the DVI video cable to the DVI input connector on the Epica DGX 144 board that requires programming.
Page 72 Appendix A – EDID Programmer Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 73: Appendix B - Managing Configuration Files
Be sure to copy 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 cannot locate the AMX AutoPatch CD, either download XNConnect from the AMX website and see “Discovering a System”...
Page 74: Installing Xnconnect
Appendix B – Managing Configuration Files AMX AutoPatch CD Information If you cannot locate the AMX AutoPatch CD that shipped with your system and your AMX account has the required permissions, you can download the newest version of XNConnect from www.amx.com.
Page 75: Opening A Configuration File
Use the standard Open dialog box to locate and open your configuration (.xcl) file. The default location is in the MyXCL folder on the AMX AutoPatch CD. Using Save As (under the File menu), make a duplicate copy of the file with a new name and save it to the PC.
Page 76: Discovering A System
Appendix B – Managing Configuration Files Discovering a System If you cannot locate your AMX AutoPatch CD with the original configuration file, contact technical support (see page 43) with your system’s serial number for a replacement copy of the original configuration file.
Page 77: Navigating The Interface
Highlighted device Properties of highlighted device Primary device Components of the primary device This view will also show linked AMX AutoPatch primary devices Communication settings Device firmware version FIG. 37 XNConnect interface with Hardware tab selected Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 78: Modifying A Configuration File
“Configure System Namespace” option (found under Configure \ Configure Special – Virtual Matrix). Caution: The system must not be actively switching when loading this information onto the system. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 79 The process for creating local presets involves three dialog boxes that cover managing, naming, and modifying presets. The Epica DGX 144 supports a maximum of 335 local presets. The instructions below are for creating a local preset. For detailed information on modifying and deleting local presets, see the XNConnect Help file.
Page 80 “Configure All Local Presets” option. 13. From the File menu, select Save As and save a file with a new name to the PC. We strongly recommend making a duplicate copy every time the file is modified. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 81: Loading A Configuration File
However, certain conditions may warrant a custom string, such as the need to limit the VMs that are available for control by an AMX control system. Or a need may exist to limit the features available for a system, e.g., omitting the ability to adjust input gain, but leaving support for output volume in an Epica DGX 144 system that links to enclosures with adjustable audio.
Page 82 Appendix B – Managing Configuration Files Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 83: Appendix C - Apdiagnostics
Note: The default port when APDiagnostics is first launched is the Ethernet port. To install APDiagnostics using the Ethernet port (recommended): Connect an RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet Link (10/100) port on the Epica DGX 144. Use a null-modem crossover RJ-45 cable wired to TIA/EIA specification TIA/EIA-568-B on one end and TIA/EIA-568-A on the other.
Page 84 Attach a null modem serial cable without hardware flow control to the serial port (DB-9) on the Epica DGX 144. Use a null modem cable that matches the pin diagram below for RS-232. AMX AutoPatch equipment uses pins 2, 3, and 5 only.
Page 85: Modes
AutoPatch Distribution Matrix. For this mode to be used effectively, we recommend using a dedicated PC because the Epica DGX 144 must be connected to your PC via the Ethernet port (default) or serial port and the program must be running continuously to acquire data. This data consists of system-critical operating parameters, as well as general information about hardware and control configuration.
Page 86: Main Screen And Menus
Categories buttons in the Categories pane to yellow for warning or red for error and by displaying the information as Warnings or Errors in the Event Status Notebook at the bottom of the window. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 87 To display general information for a particular component: In the Categories pane, select the System tab. Click one of the five buttons on the System tab. The details display in the Information pane (see page 85). Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 88 Warning or Error setpoint, the color of the meter changes from green (Good) to yellow (Warning) or red (Error), making it easy to identify problem areas at a glance. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 89 The signal may or may not be routed, but the source device must be connected and powered on for the table to indicate that the signal is present. Note: The Signal Sense table does not show crosspoint status Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 90 Warnings or Errors in the Event Status Notebook (bottom arrow). The information displayed in the Event Status Notebook is sorted under the following tabs: All Events, Notices, Warnings, and Errors. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 91 Date/time-stamp(s)* (information only; not selectable) – indicates the most recent time that the component was in that respective state Reset Selected Item* Reset All Items * These menu items only appear when a data line is outlined in yellow or red. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 92 For the lower set of preferences, edit information in place (Help boxes appear). Emulation Mode Packet Interval Cached Probe History Click OK. * If this preference is “off,” the program will use the last XNNet ID stored in its registry (and expects that enclosure to be present). Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 93 APDiagnostics is running in Acquisition mode. You can also specify how big the active Log file should get before the file is archived and a new one is started. These parameters are specified on the Logging tab. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 94 Select multiple, consecutive files by holding down the Shift key and clicking the first and last files in a range of files. Select multiple, nonconsecutive files by holding down the Control key and clicking on individual files. Click the Zip Files button at the bottom. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 95 (Clear Pad). The level of logging can be specified as: Critical, General (default), or Detailed. To select options in the Activity Log: Select Options > Show > Activity Log. Click Pause Logging or Clear Pad as needed (change Log Level if desired). Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 96: Communications
Network Connections. 3) Right click on the Local Area Connection (under LAN or Internet) and select Properties. 4) Hover the mouse pointer over the entry in the Connect Using field to display the MAC Address (e.g., 00-1E-4F-A1-82-5D). Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 97: Appendix D - Programmer's Interface For System Diagnostics
PC. * AMX reserves the right to add to the contents of the splash screen at any time, without notice. ** Verbosity (i.e., wordiness) refers to the amount of information provided; the higher the verbosity setting, the more information is displayed.
Page 98: Using Bcs To Access System Diagnostic Information
Enter the verbosity level setting v# and the component (index) setting i#. Either may be specified first. Enter ! (to send the command). Example ~scrv3i6! or ~scri6v3! (Either displays the highest level of detail for the Power System.) Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 99 [cpu pol] detected [io board 5 sensors] detected [center board 1 sensors] detected [center board 2 sensors] detected [fan controller 1] detected [fan controller 2] detected FIG. 41 Display for v1i7 (verbosity 1, component 7) Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 100 [product code] 0xc0 [mtx driver 3] M21151 144x144 driver FIG. 44 Display for v3i4 (verbosity 3, component 4) Note: AMX reserves the right to add to the contents of the splash screen at any time, without notice. Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual...
Page 101: Appendix E - Board Replacement
This appendix covers the removal and replacement procedure for input and output boards for the Epica DGX 144 listed in the tables below. Epica DGX boards are hot-swappable, i.e., the procedure can be done while the system is powered up; see the “Caution” at the bottom of this page.
Page 102: Safety Recommendations For Laser Products
Appendix E – Board Replacement Safety Recommendations for Laser Products Important: No user serviceable parts are inside an AMX AutoPatch product; service should only be done by qualified personnel. aution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Page 103 Push out on extractor handles and then pull board straight out Caution: Each Epica DGX 144 board has an EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) gasket along the right edge of the face plate to make sure the boards fit snugly. Handle the boards carefully to avoid dislodging or damaging this gasket on the board being installed and on the board to its left.
Page 104 The bend radius for AMX SC terminated fiber cables is 2 inches (5 cm). 12. Attach the cables to the board’s connectors* and reconnect any other cables that were disconnected in Step 2 (if applicable –...
Page 105: Updating The System Configuration
XNConnect. We recommend keeping a copy of the former configuration file for reference. To update the system configuration: Attach a PC to the serial port on the Epica DGX 144 with an RS-232 null modem cable. Install XNConnect from the AMX AutoPatch CD sent with the new board. (If XNConnect is already installed on the PC, we strongly recommend uninstalling the old version before installing a new version.)
Page 106 Appendix E – Board Replacement Epica DGX 114 Instruction Manual...
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