Control Panel Operation; Overview - AMX Epica DGX 16 Instruction Manual

Control Panel Operation

Control Panel Operation

Overview

The Epica DGX 16 and 32 Control Panels (standard on all enclosures) are used for controlling system
switches and system attributes. Both control panels function the same, but have input and output key
support respective to their size.
Note: AMX AutoPatch software can also be used to control a system; for more information on
control options, see page 15.
The Control Panel has an LCD, a Function Key, Control Dial, Select Key, Cancel Key, Take Key, Input
and Output Keys, and Power Indicator. The Control Dial and Select Key work together for scrolling
through the menu items displayed on the LCD to place the system into various modes (the types of
operations, e.g., Change Mode to execute switches) or to access lists for control operations. Once in the
desired mode, use the Input and Output Keys to select values and the Take Key to execute the operations
(some modes require using the Control Dial and Select Key to select values).
LCD Control Dial Input Keys
Power Indicator
Function Key Take Key
Output Keys
Cancel Key Select Key
FIG. 36
Control Panel, shown on an Epica DGX 32
Control Keys and Dial
Function Key
The Function Key accesses the Function menu on the LCD. As the Control Dial is scrolled, the menu
displays the various command options, e.g., Change and Status. The Function Key can be pressed at
anytime to return the display to the Function menu. For an overview of the menu options, see page 59.
Select Key
The Select Key enters a selection. In addition, the Select Key can be used to execute global or local
presets. However, the Select Key cannot execute or disconnect switches. Pressing the Take key executes
or disconnects switches.
Cancel Key
Pressing the Cancel Key clears an incomplete operation and returns the display to the beginning of a
submenu or list. The Cancel Key cannot undo a completed operation, e.g., an operation followed by the
pressing of the Take Key. If the Cancel Key flashes, an error has occurred; a flashing Cancel Key must
be pressed before continuing.
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