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Operation, cont'd
Configuration Worksheets
Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to
record this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 3-59 (32-input
button and -output button switchers) and page 3-61 (16-button switchers) and
use one for each preset configuration. Cross out all unused or inactive inputs and
outputs. Use different colors for video and audio.
N All of the equipment in the following examples is connected through the
Worksheet example 1: System equipment
Figure 3-77 shows a portion of a worksheet for an MTPX Plus 1616 in a fictional
organization with the system hardware annotated. Inputs 10, 11, and 13 have no
connection in this organization, so they are crossed out on the worksheet. Similarly,
outputs 7 and 9 through 16 are crossed out.
Camera/
Camera
PC 1
mic - Main
#2
RGB 202
podium
1
2
3
1
2
3
Main hall
Main hall
Podium
FP #1
FP #2
monitor
3
Preset #
Title:
Fill in the preset number and use colors, dashes, etc., to make connecting lines.
Indicate if the configuration is for video, audio, or both.
Figure 3-77 — Worksheet example 1: System equipment
Inputs include PCs, an audio CD player, cameras, and an Extron VTG 300.
Output devices include monitors, projectors, a stereo, and a VCR for recording
presentations.
The VTG 300 video test generator connected to input 12 enables a video test pattern
to be sent to one, several, or all output devices for problem isolation or adjustment
purposes. An audio test tape or CD could be used in a similar manner to check out
the audio components.
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appropriate MTP transmitter or receiver.
PC 2
Audio
Classroom
Classroom
RGB 202
CD
#1 VCR
USP 405
USP 405
4
5
6
4
5
6
Sound
Sound
VCR
system
system
(VSC 500)
#1
#2
Weekly status mtg
Video:
Input sources
Laptop
Rack DVD
#2 VCR
RGB 202
(USP 405)
7
8
9
10
10
7
8
9
DA 6
Output destinations
Audio:
VTG 300
11
12
13
11
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