Extron Electronics MTPX Series User Guide - Manual (Page 16)

Introduction, cont’d
MTPX Twisted Pair Matrix Switchers • Introduction 1-8
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Operational flexibility — Operations such as input/output selection, setting of
presets, and adjustment of audio levels can be performed using the front
panel or via either serial port. The serial ports allow remote control via a PC
or a control system.
• Front Panel Controller — The front panel controller supports input and
output selection, preset creation and selection, audio gain and attenuation,
and volume control. The front panel features slots for labels that can identify
each input and output with text or graphics.
• Windows-based control program — For serial port remote control from
a PC, the Extron Windows-based control software provides a graphical
interface and drag-and-drop/point-and-click operation. The Windows-based
control program also has an emulation mode that lets you create a switcher
configuration file at the home office and then download it for use by the
switcher on site.
• Simple Instruction Set (SIS) — The remote control protocol uses Extron’s SIS
for easy programming and operation.
• Remote control panels and keypads — The matrix switchers are remote
controllable, using the optional MKP 2000 and MKP 3000 remote control
keypads. The remote control devices are easy to use and provide tactile
buttons for quick selection. Each MKP can be used for input-to-output
switching, one-touch switching for a particular output. The MKP 3000 also
can be used for selection of global presets.
Upgradeable firmware — The firmware that controls all switcher operations can be
upgraded in the field via either of the serial ports, without taking the switcher
out of service. Firmware upgrades are available for download on the Extron
Web site, www.extron.com , and can be installed using the Windows-based
control program.
Labeling — The Extron button label software ships with every Extron matrix
switcher. You can create labels to place above the front panel input buttons
and below the output buttons, with names, alphanumeric characters, or color
bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection. Alternatively,
labels can be made with any Brother ® P-Touch ™ or comparable labeler.
Global memory presets — 32 global memory presets are a time-saving feature that
lets you set up and store input/output configurations in advance. You can
then recall those configurations, when needed, with a few simple steps on the
front panel.
Rack mounting — The 2U (matrix sizes 1616 and smaller) or 3U (matrix sizes 1632
and larger) enclosure is rack mountable in any conventional 19" wide rack.
Three front panel security lockout modes ( Executive modes) — If a matrix
switcher is installed in an open area, where operation by unauthorized
personnel may be a problem, either of two security lockout modes can be
implemented (the third mode is unlocked). When a front panel locked mode
is enabled, a special button combination or SIS command is required to
unlock the front panel controller and make the front panel fully operational.
Power — The matrix switcher’s 100 VAC to 240 VAC, internal power supply
provides worldwide power compatibility.