Appendix A - Managing Configuration Files; Overview - AMX Modula Instruction Manual

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files
Applicability Notice
This appendix applies to XNConnect version 2.10.0. (XNConnect's version information is found under its
Help menu.)
This appendix covers basic modifications that can be made to a configuration file using XNConnect
software. Appendix B covers advanced configuration modifications. For complete coverage of
XNConnect, see the Help file.

Overview

A configuration file contains system* configuration information which is loaded onto the system at the
factory. Each enclosure's CPU references the configuration file, which defines switching behavior. The
file can be modified using XNConnect (found on the AMX AutoPatch CD shipped with each system)
which graphically displays system information.
Configuration file modifications include basic tasks, such as creating local presets and customizing input
and output channel names for control display (e.g., in the APWeb or APControl interface).
Caution: Use XNConnect only if you need to reload the configuration file or to modify your system's
configuration from the original specifications. Make a copy of the current file every time the file is
modified.
A copy of the system's configuration file (with an .xcl file extension) is found on the AMX AutoPatch CD.
If your AMX account has the required permissions, you can also download the newest version of
XNConnect from www.amx.com. (An INI file Updater for updating XNConnect is available on the AMX
website under AutoPatch Tools; an account is not required.)
If you download XNConnect from the website, see "Discovering a System" on page 150. If you cannot
download XNConnect from the website, contact technical support (see page 43) for a copy of
XNConnect. Have your system's serial number ready when requesting a replacement .xcl file.
This appendix covers the following topics:
* A system can be a standalone matrix switcher or multiple matrix switchers with or without additional
controllers and accessories.
Modula Instruction Manual
Installing XNConnect (see page 148)
Opening a configuration file (see page 149)
Discovering a system (see page 150)
Navigating the interface (see page 151)
Customizing channel names / labels (see page 153)
Creating local presets (see page 154)
Loading a configuration file (see page 156)
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