Toa SX-2000 Series - Manual (Page 5)

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1. SX-2000 SETTING SOFTWARE OUTLINE
The SX-2000 Setting Software allows the settings data needed for operation of SX-2000 Series Matrix
Systems to be created using a personal computer.
These settings are saved in the form of a file with the extension ".smd."
This file can be saved to a CompactFlash (CF) card that may be read by inserting it into the SX-2000SM
System Manager.
In addition, setting data can be sent and received online, or system operation status or histories confirmed
through establishment of communications between the SX-2000SM System Manager and the PC.
2. EXPLANATIONS OF TERMS & FUNCTIONS
2.1. Pattern
A "pattern" is a grouped unit made by combining setting statuses of several setting items.
For example, various broadcast patterns are made by combining the selected input sound sources and
broadcast zones into groups, and control output patterns are made by grouping the selected control outputs.
Set various patterns can be used as the setting contents when creating other types of patterns or when
allocating the functions in the Event settings.
2.2. Event
An "event" refers to the set operation to be performed by feeding signals to the control input terminals or
pressing the function key.
Allocatable functions differ depending on the terminals or keys to be used.
2.3. General-Purpose Broadcasts
General-purpose broadcasts include announcements made by Remote Microphones, time-controlled chimes,
and spot commercials. To make general-purpose broadcasts, set general-purpose broadcast patterns
(comprised of various combinations of input channels, priority levels, broadcast zones, etc.), then activate
these patterns by the following means.
• Control inputs of the SX-2000SM, SX-2100AI, SX-2000AO, SX-2100AO, or SX-2000CI
• Function keys or channel keys on the SX-2000AI, SX-2100AI, SX-2000AO, or SX-2100AO
• Keys on the RM-200SF, RM-200S, RM-200SA, or RM-210
The broadcasts activated by control inputs are made only while the control signal is ON after audio and control
signals from input devices (such as microphones and audio file players) enter the SX-2000 system.