AMX Enova DGX 8 Instruction Manual page 120

Control Panel Operation
Enova DGX Control Panel operation consists of the following four basic tasks:
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Labeling Input and Output Keys
Each Enova DGX Switcher ships with a kit for custom labeling. To order additional kits, contact your
AMX representative. The Control Panel Label Kit (KA1056-01) includes:
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The label template (an .xlt template formatted in Microsoft Excel) for labeling the input and output keys
is available at www.amx.com.
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Customize labels to designate sources and destinations (Control Panel on an Enova DGX 32)
Tip: When the labels are ready to print, we recommend printing a sample on plain paper first.
To create and install labels for Input and Output Keys:
1. At www.amx.com, search for Control Panel Label Form Template.
2. Under AutoPatch Tools in the right-hand column, click on Control Panel Label Form Template.
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Type the labels in the pre-formatted cells on the template according to the instructions in the
template (if desired, use standard Excel editing tools to alter font size, spacing, color, etc.).
Do not modify the cell size.
4. Save the file for future use (recommended).
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Print the labels on the perforated sheets provided, using any standard laser printer.
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Trim off the excess label insert material where indicated.
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Separate the label strips at their perforations (bend back and forth first).
8. Slide the first label strip into a plastic label holder (position with open edge of holder up).
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Peel the adhesive backing off the label holder and press the holder firmly onto the Control Panel
above the appropriate Input or Output Keys. The silk screened labels on the front panel will aid in
label holder alignment.
10. Repeat Steps 8 and 9 for the remaining labels.
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Choosing a mode, submenu, or list:
Use the Control Dial and Select Key to choose the desired mode, submenu, list, or list item.
Selecting inputs or outputs:
change color or flash, depending on the routing state.
Selecting values for fields:
global presets).
Executing a command: press the Take Key.
Perforated card stock sheets
Label holders – Attach to the front panel above each row of Input and Output Keys.
LCD Function menu label – Shows entire LCD menu structure (see Note on previous page).
press the Function Key to access the Function menu.
press the corresponding Input or Output Key. Selected keys will
use the Control Dial and Select Key (e.g., virtual matrices or
– Print, separate labels, and slide into holders.
Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers
Slide label into
holder before
attaching to
Control Panel