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DXP DVI Pro and DXP HDMI Series • Matrix Software 71
Software Operation Via Ethernet
When a DXP switcher is connected to an Ethernet WAN or LAN, any number of users can
operate it, locally or remotely, using the Matrix Switcher Control Program. See “Ethernet
Connection” on page 9 for connection details.
Connection to the switcher via Ethernet can be password protected. There are two levels
of password protection: administrator and user. Administrators have full access to all DXP
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 are logged on with administrator
privileges. Fields and functions that exceed user privileges are grayed out in the control
program when the operator is logged on as a user.
Ethernet protocol settings
The IP Settings/Options screen (shown on page 77) provides a location for viewing and,
if connected via the RS-232 or RS-422 link or if you are logged on via the Ethernet port
as an administrator, editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface (see “IP Setup” on
page 77 for more details).
Special Characters
The HTML language reserves certain characters for specic functions. The switcher does
not accept these characters in preset names, the switcher name, passwords, or locally
created le names. Use of the following characters is not recommended: {space} (spaces
can be used in names) + ~ , @ = ` [ ] { } < > ‘ ’ “ ” ; : | \ and ?.
Using the Software
Many items in the Matrix Switcher Control Program are also accessible via front panel
controls (see the “Operation” section, starting on page 11), under SIS control (see the
“SIS Configuration and Control” section, starting on page 47), and via the web pages
(see the “HTML Operation” section, starting on page 101). The Matrix Switcher Help
Program provides information on settings and on how to use the control program, itself.
1. To run the Matrix Switcher Control Program, click on the Matrix
Switcher
+ Control Pgm icon (shown at right) in the Extron
Electronics group or folder in the Start menu. You can access this
icon by selecting:
Start > All Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix Switchers >
Matrix Switcher + Control Program
The Comm Port Selection window opens.
Figure 70. Comm Port Selection Window