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Page 2 - AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer; Warranty Repair Policy

AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer All products returned to AMX require a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number is obtained from the AMX RMA Department. The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of each box. The RMA is valid for a 30-day period. After the 30-day peri...

Page 3 - Software License and Warranty Agreement

Software License and Warranty Agreement • LICENSE GRANT. AMX grants to Licensee the non-exclusive right to use the AMX Software in the manner described in this License. The AMX Software is licensed, not sold. This license does not grant Licensee the right to create derivative works of the AMX Softwa...

Page 4 - Contents

Contents i Precis SD Instruction Manual Contents ESD Warning .......................................................................................................1Important Safety Information & Instructions .......................................................2Information et directives de sé...

Page 6 - ESD Warning; , Richmond Technology

ESD Warning 1 Precis SD Instruction Manual ESD Warning To avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive components, make sure you are properly grounded before touching any internal materials. When working with any equipment manufactured with electronic devices, proper ESD grounding procedu...

Page 7 - Important Safety Information & Instructions; Use the correct voltage range for your AMX AutoPatch product.

Important Safety Information & Instructions 2 Precis SD Instruction Manual Important Safety Information & Instructions When using and installing your AMX AutoPatch product, adhere to the following basic safety precautions. For more information about operating, installing, or servicing your A...

Page 8 - Le voltage doit être approprié à l’appareil AMX AutoPatch.

Information et directives de sécurité importantes 3 Precis SD Instruction Manual Information et directives de sécurité importantes Veuillez vous conformer aux directives de sécurité ci-dessous lorsque vous installez et utilisez votre appareil AMX AutoPatch. Pour de plus amples renseignements au suje...

Page 9 - Notices; Copyright Notice; AMX; Liability Notice; Re-orient the receiving antenna

Notices 4 Precis SD Instruction Manual Notices Copyright Notice AMX © 2008 (Rev B), all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without th...

Page 10 - Lithium Batteries Notice

Notices 5 Precis SD Instruction Manual Lithium Batteries Notice Switzerland requires the following notice for products equipped with lithium batteries. This notice is not applicable for all AMX equipment. Upon shipment of the products to Switzerland, the requirements of the most up-to-date Swiss Ord...

Page 12 - Overview & General Specifications; Applicability Notice; Precis Instruction Manual; Precis SD Systems; Product Notes; Precis SD Features; AMX AutoPatch CD

Overview & General Specifications 7 Precis SD Instruction Manual Overview & General Specifications Applicability Notice The information in this manual applies to Precis SD (Slam Dunk) systems. For other types of Precis systems, see the Precis Instruction Manual . Precis SD Systems * DVC – Di...

Page 13 - Precis SD Control Features; Simple Touch X/Y Control Panel featuring backlit buttons; Front View

Overview & General Specifications 8 Precis SD Instruction Manual Precis SD Control Features Precis SD systems support three different protocols: BCS* (Basic Control Structure), XNNet, and TCP/IP. Several different control options are available. Multiple control methods can be used on the same sy...

Page 14 - Rear View; Rear View Components

Overview & General Specifications 9 Precis SD Instruction Manual Rear View The enclosure’s appearance, as viewed from the rear, (FIG. 2) will vary depending on the configuration. Rear View Components CPU/Control hardware Power receptacle and specifications Serial number Input/output connectors T...

Page 15 - Power Receptacle & Specifications

Overview & General Specifications 10 Precis SD Instruction Manual Power Receptacle & Specifications The universal power receptacle is in the lower left hand corner on the rear of the enclosure (FIG. 4). Maximum power specifications are on the power receptacle. The power receptacle will accep...

Page 16 - Precis SD General Specifications; Hi-Z Sync Signals – on page 33

Overview & General Specifications 11 Precis SD Instruction Manual Precis SD General Specifications * The fuse is internal and is not field serviceable. If you believe the fuse needs to be replaced, contact technical support (see page 32). For information and specifications for the individual sig...

Page 17 - Configuration Information & Control Options; Configuration Information; Front Control Panel

Overview & General Specifications 12 Precis SD Instruction Manual Configuration Information & Control Options The factory configuration of the Precis SD is constructed internally by the CPU upon initial boot up of the system and contains routing and control information for that particular mo...

Page 18 - BCS Serial Control Protocol

Overview & General Specifications 13 Precis SD Instruction Manual BCS Serial Control Protocol The Precis SD can be controlled with an external serial controller that sends and receives ASCII characters via the CONTROL port. AMX AutoPatch has developed a command language, BCS (Basic Control Struc...

Page 20 - Site Recommendations; Environment; General Hazard Precautions; Elevated Operating Temperature

Installation & Setup 15 Precis SD Instruction Manual Installation & Setup Site Recommendations When placing the enclosure, follow the recommendations and precautions in this chapter to reduce potential installation and operation hazards. Environment Choose a clean, dust free, (preferably) ai...

Page 21 - Circuit Overloading; Unpacking; Unpacking Tips; inspect the shipping box(es) for any signs of damage

Installation & Setup 16 Precis SD Instruction Manual Circuit Overloading When connecting the equipment to the supply circuits, be aware of the effect that overloading the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Reliable Earthing (Grounding) Reliable earthing of rack-mou...

Page 22 - Rack Installation & System Setup; Required items for rack installation:; Installation Recommendations

Installation & Setup 17 Precis SD Instruction Manual Rack Installation & System Setup The Precis SD Distribution Matrix enclosure can be mounted in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack. Rack installation ears are included, and directions for attaching the rack ears are included in the rack ...

Page 23 - Installation Procedure

Installation & Setup 18 Precis SD Instruction Manual Installation Procedure A flow chart showing the installation sequence is in FIG. 5. The procedure following provides general steps with references to detailed information found later in this manual. Caution: To prevent overheating and airflow ...

Page 24 - only; Additional Installation Options; BCS Protocol Instruction Manual

Installation & Setup 19 Precis SD Instruction Manual 4. Attach only the first two source and destination devices; see “Attaching Inputs & Outputs” on page 24. Do not apply power to the devices until after the Precis SD has power (Step 5). 5. Apply power to the system according to the power-u...

Page 25 - Attaching External Controllers; XNNet; AMX Control Devices

Installation & Setup 20 Precis SD Instruction Manual Attaching External Controllers The Precis SD can be controlled by attaching an external control device that uses one of the communication protocols listed below: BCS (Serial) – ASCII sent over a null modem serial cable via the CONTROL port XNN...

Page 26 - Attaching Serial Controllers; To establish external serial control:

Installation & Setup 21 Precis SD Instruction Manual Attaching Serial Controllers An external serial controller is any device that can send and receive ASCII code over an RS-232 (null modem) serial cable attached to the CONTROL port on the enclosure’s CPU. PCs are common serial controllers. Once...

Page 27 - must; AMX control devices; Precis SD

Installation & Setup 22 Precis SD Instruction Manual 2. Plug one end of the null modem serial cable into the CONTROL port on the enclosure (FIG. 9). 3. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the serial port on the serial controller/device. 4. Open the serial communication software on the PC...

Page 28 - Attaching External XNNet Controllers; Communication Cable Requirements; To establish a REMOTE port connection with an XNNet device:; Loosen the screws on the REMOTE connector.

Installation & Setup 23 Precis SD Instruction Manual Attaching External XNNet Controllers An XNNet device is any device that sends and receives XNNet protocol over the REMOTE port. AMX AutoPatch XNNet control devices include remote control panels, Single Bus Controllers (SBCs), and Preset SBCs. ...

Page 29 - Attaching Inputs & Outputs; Signal Types & Connectors; The signal types and connectors for an Precis SD system are:

Installation & Setup 24 Precis SD Instruction Manual Attaching Inputs & Outputs Input and output connectors are the attachment points for source and destination devices that connect to the system. Viewed from the rear of a Precis SD enclosure, the inputs (for sources) are on the left side of...

Page 30 - Cabling Video Connectors

Installation & Setup 25 Precis SD Instruction Manual Cabling Video Connectors The video connectors are color coded; the white BNC connectors are inputs and the black BNC connectors are outputs. Tip: Using lacer bars or some other type of cable management system lessens the strain from cable weig...

Page 31 - Wiring Audio Connectors; Wiring Sources & Destinations; To attach stereo audio input and output wires:; Unscrew the clamps on the audio connector.

Installation & Setup 26 Precis SD Instruction Manual Wiring Audio Connectors The stereo audio connectors for the Precis SD are pluggable 5-position terminal block that can be wired for balanced (differential) or unbalanced (single-ended) audio (FIG. 14). Wiring Sources & Destinations Source ...

Page 32 - Applying Power & Startup; Do not apply power

Installation & Setup 27 Precis SD Instruction Manual Applying Power & Startup The enclosure’s universal power receptacles will accept all major international standard power sources. Standard US power cords are provided for installations within the US. Maximum power specifications are on the ...

Page 33 - Serial Control Device Startup

Installation & Setup 28 Precis SD Instruction Manual Serial Control Device Startup If you have not already done so, attach the serial control device to the CONTROL port on the enclosure (see page 20) and open the control program. AMX Control Devices The Precis SD is compatible with a number of A...

Page 34 - all; Executing a Test Switch

Installation & Setup 29 Precis SD Instruction Manual Executing a Test Switch Execute a test switch to verify the system is working properly before attaching all inputs and outputs. Aside from having signal cables (and a controller if applicable) attached, the system is ready to execute switches ...

Page 35 - Control Panel; To disconnect the factory default switch using the control panel:; Press the Cancel Key to place the panel in Switch mode.

Installation & Setup 30 Precis SD Instruction Manual Control Panel To disconnect the factory default switch using the control panel: 1. Press the Cancel Key to place the panel in Switch mode.All the lights on the control panel turn off.The control panel is in Switch mode. 2. Press the All Level ...

Page 36 - BCS Commands; To disconnect the factory default switch using BCS commands:; BCS Protocol; Troubleshooting

Installation & Setup 31 Precis SD Instruction Manual BCS Commands To enter BCS commands, the system must be attached to a serial control device (see “Attaching External Controllers,” on page 20) running a terminal emulation program such as Windows ® HyperTerminal. The settings on the PC serial c...

Page 37 - Technical Support; AMX Contact Information

Installation & Setup 32 Precis SD Instruction Manual Technical Support Before contacting technical support with a question, please consult this manual. If you still have questions, contact your AMX representative or technical support. Have your system’s serial number ready. The system’s serial n...

Page 38 - Signal Specifications; Sync Specifications

Signal Specifications 33 Precis SD Instruction Manual Signal Specifications This chapter contains the specifications for the video and audio signals routed by the Precis SD system. For information on cabling and wiring video and audio connectors, see “Attaching Inputs & Outputs” on page 24. Ultr...

Page 39 - Standard Audio Specifications

Signal Specifications 34 Precis SD Instruction Manual Standard Audio Specifications * Total of input gain plus output gain cannot exceed +10 dB. AMX reserves the right to modify its products and their specifications without notice. Standard Audio Signal Specifications Parameter Conditions Value Freq...

Page 40 - Precis SD Control Panel Operation; Overview

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 35 Precis SD Instruction Manual Precis SD Control Panel Operation Overview All Precis SD systems have an integral Precis X/Y Control Panel for controlling the system’s switches and system attributes. The control panel can also be used for system verification, redund...

Page 41 - Control Keys; Modes of Operation

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 36 Precis SD Instruction Manual Control Keys Modes of Operation A Precis SD Control Panel works in three standard modes: Switch (default) – use to execute switches Status – use to verify signal status Macro – use to execute a macro (local presets are defined in XNCo...

Page 42 - Executing & Disconnecting Switches; Switching Level; Executing a Switch

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 37 Precis SD Instruction Manual Executing & Disconnecting Switches A switch is an active connection between an input (source) device and one or more output (destination) devices. The signals routed in a switching operation are individual signals or groups of ind...

Page 43 - Note: Only one input signal can be routed to any given output.; Disconnecting Outputs; Be sure to read the information on “Switching Level” on page 37.; To disconnect an output:

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 38 Precis SD Instruction Manual Note: Only one input signal can be routed to any given output. To execute a switch selecting output (destination) first: 1. Press the Cancel Key.All the lights on the control panel turn off.The control panel is in Switch mode. 2. Pres...

Page 44 - Verifying Signal Status; You can return to Switch mode at any time by pressing the Cancel Key.; To verify the status of a signal:; Verify the status of additional signals.; Or; Press the Cancel Key to return to Switch mode.

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 39 Precis SD Instruction Manual Verifying Signal Status Signal status can be verified to confirm that a switch has executed properly or to confirm correct routing to multiple outputs (destinations) without accidently executing or disconnecting switches. Input status...

Page 45 - Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to execute additional local presets.

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 40 Precis SD Instruction Manual Executing Macros (Local Presets) Note: For Precis SD systems, the terms “macro” and “local preset” are interchangeable. A macro (local preset) is a predetermined set of switches on a particular level (virtual matrix) that are routed s...

Page 46 - Adjusting Audio; Adjusting Output Volume; To adjust output volume:; Press and release the Up Arrow (Macro) Key to increase the volume.; Repeat Step 4 until the desired volume level is reached.

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 41 Precis SD Instruction Manual Adjusting Audio Some Precis SD systems offer optional volume control and digital input gain adjustment features. If your system supports audio adjustments, output volume or digital input gain can be adjusted using either the control p...

Page 47 - Adjusting Digital Input Gain; Purpose & Uses of Input Gain; To adjust digital input gain to equalize input levels:; Route an input to the first output.; To adjust digital input gain:; Repeat Step 4 until the desired input gain level is reached.

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 42 Precis SD Instruction Manual Adjusting Digital Input Gain If your system has digital input gain control, adjustments (within the gain range for the specific audio inputs) can be made at any time during normal operation. When audio is adjusted for a device on one ...

Page 48 - Locking & Unlocking the Control Panel; To lock the control panel:

Precis SD Control Panel Operation 43 Precis SD Instruction Manual Locking & Unlocking the Control Panel The Precis SD Control Panel can be locked by pressing a sequence of Level Keys. Locking the panel prohibits access to the system and can prevent accidental switching. The password can be any c...

Page 50 - Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files; Setting the control panel password (see page 51); * If you cannot locate the

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 45 Precis SD Instruction Manual Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files Applicability Notice This appendix applies to XNConnect version 2.8.0. (XNConnect’s version number is found under its Help menu.) Version 2.8.0 supports Device Discovery (firmware v1.4...

Page 51 - Installing & Launching XNConnect; System Requirements

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 46 Precis SD Instruction Manual Installing & Launching XNConnect Use XNConnect software only if you need to customize or change the configuration information from the original specification. Even if XNConnect is already on your PC, install the newest ver...

Page 52 - Discovering a System; before; To discover a system:; strongly

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 AM...

Page 53 - Opening an .xcl Configuration File

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 48 Precis SD Instruction Manual Opening an .xcl Configuration File The process of modifying an .xcl configuration file starts by opening it with XNConnect. After the modifications are complete, the new configuration information must be loaded onto the system...

Page 54 - Navigating the Interface; Hardware View

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 49 Precis SD Instruction Manual Navigating the Interface XNConnect displays configuration information in two panes. The graphics are located in the left pane, and the properties of the currently selected graphic are in the right pane. At the top of the left ...

Page 55 - Modifying an .xcl Configuration File; Modifying Source & Destination Channel Names; Click the “+” to the left of the Sources or Destinations folder.

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 50 Precis SD Instruction Manual Modifying an .xcl Configuration File Modifying an .xcl configuration file with XNConnect involves entering information in a field or in a series of dialog boxes. A brief look at the contents in the Help file provides a quick o...

Page 56 - Setting the Control Panel Password; The system; To set the control panel password:; Check the box for Configure Password Immediately.

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 51 Precis SD Instruction Manual Setting the Control Panel Password Important: The control panel password can be set without loading the entire .xcl configuration file to the system, thereby retaining the factory configuration with the Device Discovery featur...

Page 57 - To create a new local preset:; Enter a name for the new preset.

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 52 Precis SD Instruction Manual Creating Local Presets (Macros) A local preset is a predetermined collection of switches on the same virtual matrix (level) to be routed simultaneously. Executing a local preset affects only those inputs and outputs specified,...

Page 58 - Define additional local presets by repeating the steps.

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 53 Precis SD Instruction Manual 7. For the first switch, click the source channel (input) and one or more destination channels (outputs). Select multiple destination channels by holding down the Control key while selecting the channels. 8. Click the Assign S...

Page 59 - Loading an .xcl Configuration File; You may; Restoring the Factory Configuration; Device Discovery Support

Appendix A – Managing Configuration Files 54 Precis SD Instruction Manual Loading an .xcl Configuration File Once modifications have been made to the .xcl configuration file, the file must be loaded onto the system’s CPU for the changes to be implemented. When loading the.xcl configuration file, the...

Page 60 - System Component Information

Appendix B – Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics 55 Precis SD Instruction Manual Appendix B – Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics System Component Information The Precis SD displays system information in its splash screen* for diagnostic purposes. The information indicates the cu...

Page 61 - Verbosity Settings; Using BCS to Access System Diagnostic Information; To access the lowest level of verbosity for all components:; Example

Appendix B – Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics 56 Precis SD Instruction Manual Verbosity Settings The verbosity ( v ) settings ( v0 , v1 , v2 , v3 ) correspond to the level of detail that will be displayed, with v0 being the lowest level of detail and v3 being the highest level. Componen...

Page 62 - Splash Screen Examples

Appendix B – Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics 57 Precis SD Instruction Manual Splash Screen Examples Following are four examples of splash screen information that could be displayed when different verbosity/component settings are specified. Depending on the amount of detail provided, yo...