SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
PROMATRIX System User Handbook 1.1
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3. System Description
This chapter provides an overview of the general configuration of the PROMATRIX system and its most important
functions. The following block diagram shows a typical PROMATRIX system installation including the DPM 4000
central unit, paging stations, audio equipment, amplifiers, power supply unit, relay board assemblies, loudspeaker
lines, and control board assemblies for external signals.
figure 3.1 PROMATRIX System
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General Overview
The digital PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 represents the central unit of the system. It is used to control and
monitor all connected components via several serial interfaces. The chapter
Single Device Descriptions
contains
all necessary information about the DPM 4000 and its available modules.
The kind and amount of connected audio sound sources, amplifiers, and relay board assemblies are extremely
variable. This allows configuring the system to basically match any requirement. The system is capable of
managing up to 16 paging stations and up to 100 output lines. More than 150 control inputs and outputs are
available for controlling and monitoring purposes providing the possibility to generate and manage logic levels
and analog levels as well. For detailed information, please refer to the chapter
DCS 400 Control System
.
Configuration and documentation of a PROMATRIX system installation is established through the use of the
PROMATRIX Designer software – a comfortable graphical user interface that runs on a PC under Windows
95/98/NT. This allows changing the system’s setup at any time to meet new requirements, without the need to
alter the actual installation. The PC has to be connected to the system only when loading or changing its
configuration. During normal operation, PC-interaction is not necessary. Anyway, in most cases the permanent
connection of a computer bears benefits, like displaying detailed status reports or the printing of protocols. It also
offers the possibility for remote diagnosis and remote maintenance via modem.
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