Matrix Software; Matrix Switchers Control Program; Software Operation Via Ethernet - Extron electronics FOX Matrix 3200 User Manual

Matrix Software

This section introduces the following software programs, which are available on the Extron
website:
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Matrix Switchers Control Program

The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program provides an easy way to set up ties and sets
of ties. The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, and later. Updates to
this program can be downloaded from the Extron website.
The program communicates with the switcher via the following ports:
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Software Operation via Ethernet

When a matrix switcher is connected to an Ethernet WAN or LAN, up to 200 users can be
connected to operate it, locally or remotely, using the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see
Ethernet Connection
Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet is password protected. There are two levels of
password protection:
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If the same password or no password is required for logging on, all personnel log on with
administrator privileges. Fields and functions that exceed user privileges are not available in
the Matrix Switchers Control Program when the operator is logged on as a user.
Ethernet protocol settings
The IP Settings/Options window (see
and, if connected via a serial port or if logged on via the LAN port as an administrator,
editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface.
Matrix Switchers Control Program
Button Label Generator Program
Rear panel LAN port — A password‑protected RJ‑45 connection (see
Connection on page 13 and "Software Operation via Ethernet," below).
Rear panel Remote RS-232/RS-422 port — A 9‑pin D connector for serial RS‑232
or RS‑422 control (see Remote port
Serial Port, on the next page).
Front Panel Configuration port — A 2.5 mm mini stereo jack for serial RS‑232
control only (see Front Panel Configuration Port
Operation via a Serial Port, on the next page).
on page 13 for installation details).
Administrators have full access to all FOX Matrix switching capabilities and editing
functions.
Users can select inputs and outputs, set and recall presets, and view all settings with
the exception of passwords.
on page 13 and
on page 17 and
figure 36 on page 76) provides a location for viewing
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