Cable Electronics SW404HD User Manual

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Matrix Switching System—Instruction Manual 
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Matrix Application Software  
Software Introduction 
The (AV Matrix) Matrix control software is used to remotely configure one or more of the 
SW404HD or SW808HD matrix switches. 
Software Description 
The AV Matrix testing software application tool is used for matrix testing and application.  
The following is the required PC operation environment. 
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Window98/2000/NT/XP operating systems 
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32M or greater internal memory 
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10M or greater hard disk space 
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CD-ROM 
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At least one serial communication port. 
Software Activation 
1.  Turn off power both to the matrix and to the computer. 
2. Connect the matrix RS-232 port to the PC RS-232 port using the bundled 
communication cable. (Refer to Matrix and Control Computer Connection). 
3.  Turn on power to the matrix and the computer. 
4.  Insert the CD ROM provided and install AV Matrix.msi
5.  Click on the AV Matrix program under the start menu. 
6. Click 
on 
the 
Scan button to connect to the matrix switch. 
Software Features 
The software controls signal connection between the corresponding input port and 
output port as required. The main operation window is shown below: 
Main Operation Interface Functions 
Refer to the window menu (next page).  The blue interface area shows the cross 
connect matrix of output ports 01-08 and input ports 01-08.   On the lower right hand 
corner, select either Video for signal input switching or Disconnect all to close all 
output ports. Click to check the white box to the left of Video or Audio for video or audio 
signal transmission.