AMX Distribution Matrix Precis SD - Manual (Page 52)

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files
47 Precis SD Instruction Manual
4. Select XNConnect.
The XNConnect program opens.
When XNConnect is open, you can do either of the following:
Discover the system (recommended); see below.
Open an .xcl file that is compatible with the system (located on the AMX AutoPatch CD);
see page 48.
Discovering a System
The discovery process queries the attached system for configuration information and properties,
including information regarding assigned signals and virtual matrix (level) definitions. The discovery
process may take several minutes to complete.
We recommend disconnecting any third-party control devices from the enclosure’s serial ports before
starting the discovery process.
To discover a system:
1. Disconnect any third-party control devices from the enclosure’s CONTROL (DB-9) port.
2. Connect the enclosure to the PC (see page 20).
3. (If not already open) launch XNConnect (see page 46).
4. Open the Communication menu; select Serial Port.
5. Open the Communication menu again; select Change Comm Settings. Check the settings for the
selected port (the default is Com 1, baud rate 9600) and adjust if necessary.
6. Optional – Click the Test button to verify that communication has been established with the
Precis SD system. Click OK.
7. From the File menu, select Discover System (the discovery may take a few minutes).
8. From the File menu, select Save to save the discovered configuration information as an .xcl file to
the PC.
9. From the File menu, select Save As and make a duplicate copy of the file with a new name and save
it to the PC. (We strongly recommend making a duplicate copy every time the file is modified.)
The new configuration file is ready to be modified. Whenever changes are made, the new file must be
loaded onto the system to implement the changes (see page 54).
Getting Started dialog box