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Control Options
Optima SD systems support three different protocols: BCS (as ASCII characters sent through the
CONTROL / RS-232 port), XNNet, and TCP/IP. Several different control options are available for
Optima SD systems, and multiple control methods can be used on the same system.
Front Control Panel
The CP-15 Control Panel (standard on all Optima SD systems) controls the system's switches and
attributes, as well as providing routing verification, redundant control, and troubleshooting capability.
For complete information on the control panel, see the CP-15 Control Panel Instruction Manual on the
AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com.
AMX Control Devices
The Optima SD is compatible with a number of AMX control devices. For control programming
information, see the instruction manual for the specific interface.
AMX Control Software
Optima SD enclosures can be controlled using AMX AutoPatch software:
BCS Serial Control Protocol
The Optima SD can be controlled with an external serial controller that sends and receives ASCII
characters via its CONTROL (RS-232) serial port. AMX AutoPatch has developed a command
language, BCS (Basic Control Structure) protocol, for programming control operations and for
diagnostic purposes. BCS commands can be entered into a terminal emulation program (such as,
HyperTerminal) running on a PC. For information on BCS commands, see the BCS Protocol Instruction
Manual on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com.
Third-Party Controllers
A third-party controller can also be attached to an Optima SD enclosure. If using a third-party controller,
see the controller documentation for operating instructions.
Note: Advanced programmers who want to design their own control programs can use AMX's
AutoPatch XNNet protocol. The AMX AutoPatch CD includes the XNNet Communication Library,
an interface library that supports C, Java, and Visual Basic and has examples of the XNNet protocol
in use.
Optima SD Instruction Manual
APControl 3.0 – for control and scheduling
Uses CONTROL (RS-232) port located on the CPU
Runs on a PC (serial port connection)
Download from the AMX AutoPatch CD (or from www.amx.com if your AMX account
has the required permissions)
APWeb Server (TCP/IP) – for control, diagnostics, and third-party access
Uses an APWeb expansion board or uses the CONTROL (RS-232) port located on the
CPU for connecting to an APWeb Server Module
Accessed through a TCP/IP interface, such as, a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer)
Contact AMX regarding limitations and conditions for operating an Optima SD system
on a company LAN (Local Area Network)
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