Extron Electronics FOX Matrix 7200 - Manual (Page 79)

Matrix Software
This section introduces the following software programs, which are available on the Extron
website:
• Matrix Switchers Control Program
• Button Label Generator Program
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:
• Rear panel LAN port — A password‑protected RJ‑45 connection (see Ethernet
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 on page 13 and Software Operation via a
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 on page 17 and Software
Operation via a Serial Port , on the next page).
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 on page 13 for installation details).
Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet is password protected. There are two levels of
password protection:
• 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.
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 figure 36 on page 76) provides a location for viewing
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.
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