Configuration Information And Control Options - AMX Enova DGX 8 Instruction Manual

Product Overview and General Specifications

Configuration Information and Control Options

Switching Configuration Information
The configuration file stored on the CPU contains routing and control information for the AMX Enova Routing System.
Note: The configuration file is automatically generated by the system based on its hardware – input and
output boards, expansion boards, front control panel, CPU, etc. If boards are added during runtime, they are
immediately added to the system's configuration.
From the factory, this configuration normally contains two virtual matrices (VMs) for switching signals:
VM 0 = all signals and VM 1 = video signals. In systems like the Enova DGX Switcher, both VMs normally route the
same signals. On occasion, systems are shipped with custom programmed configurations according to customer
specifications.
Important: Embedded audio signals switch with the video channels. Through the use of the Audio Insert/
Extract Board, embedded audio can be extracted and external audio matrix switches can be executed (using
a separately purchased audio matrix switcher like the Precis DSP) and then reinserted post-switch on the
output side.
XNConnect configuration software can be used to customize the configuration file (see page 189). However, unless you
need to modify your system, you will not need to use XNConnect. If you do modify the configuration file, we
recommend making a copy of it first. Configuration file modifications include creating local presets and setting the
Control Panel password, as well as adding or managing hardware. XNConnect graphically displays the Enova DGX
Switcher and its control configuration.
Board Configuration Information
DGX Configuration Software is available at www.amx.com for use with HDMI, DVI, DXLink Twisted Pair, and
DXLink Fiber Boards. This software can be used to set the Scaler mode, the aspect ratio, and custom resolutions as well
as re-program the EDID on input boards (see page 172).
Important: Because signals routed through HDMI, DVI, DXLink Twisted Pair, and DXLink Fiber Boards in an
Enova DGX Switcher normally produce a quality image, you will not need to use DGX Configuration Software
unless the installation has special scaling, EDID, or HDCP requirements.
Control Options
Integrated NetLinx Central Control Processor
WebConsole interface – The main control method is through the integrated NetLinx Master's WebConsole interface. A
server (LAN) connection is established through the LAN 100/1000 port on the CPU (see page 48). For WebConsole
information, see page 146.
SEND_COMMANDs – The Enova DGX Switcher can be controlled using AMX SEND_COMMANDs. ICSP is the
primary protocol for all system level messaging on integrated NetLinx Central Control Processors and is a peer-to-peer
protocol used for both Master-to-Master and Master-to-device communications. For details, see page 166.
Control Panel
The Control Panel is standard on all Enova DGX Switchers (see page 129).
The following external methods of control are also available.
AMX Control Devices
The Enova DGX Switcher is compatible with a number of AMX control devices via Native NetLinx communication.
For control programming information, see the chapter on ICSP commands on page 166 and the instruction manual for
the specific AMX control device.
IP Control Software
Enova DGX Switchers can be controlled using the XBar (crosspoint control interface) via the device's WebConsole,
which can be accessed through PC-based Internet browsing software. The server delivers HTML pages for setting up the
system and a Java control applet, which allows for remote control of the Enova DGX Switcher.
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