Ross NK RCP-NKM, User Manual

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RCP-NKM User Guide (v3.0) RCP-NKM Overview • 2–1
RCP-NKM Overview
Features
The RCP-NKM Remote Control Panel provides the following features:
• 40 programmable keys (function, backlighting level)
• 16 character × 2 line backlit LCD
• operation in XY and cutbus modes
• up to 32 router levels may be controlled
• virtual routing and resource management
• macros
• panel linking with other remote control panels
• DashBoard support for easy creation of configuration documents
• firmware is fully upgradeable using DashBoard
• slim modular design integrates with NK Series devices via T-Bus using straight CAT5 Ethernet cables
• custom transparent labels under keys
• up to 250 pages of programmable menus including navigation keys
• assignable functions of destination, source, crosspoint, level, breakaway, breakaway step, macro, protect, take,
chop, shift, de-assign, machine control, panel lock, menu link, and menu navigation
Typical System Equipment
The RCP-NKM is used when you require advanced control functions from a single point. Using DashBoard, you
can program up to 250 menus on the same remote control panel. At each menu, the function of particular keys may
change depending on the assignment. These parameters can be saved in a configuration document and sent to an
RCP-NKM at any time using DashBoard. Therefore, if an RCP-NKM is used in a number of different operating
scenarios, the configuration can be changed easily and quickly.
Typical equipment that is used in an NK Series routing switcher system when an RCP-NKM is used includes:
• any of the NK Series routing switchers with its appropriate power supply (for more information see the
documentation provided with your NK Series routing switcher)
• an NK-IPS Network Bridge
• a PC running DashBoard, connected via a CAT5 Ethernet cable to the NK-IPS
• standard source and destination equipment (for example, cameras, VTRs, servers)
Notes
Keep the following in mind:
• If you are connecting the PC directly to the NK-IPS, use a crossover CAT5 Ethernet cable.
• If you are connecting the PC indirectly via an Ethernet switch to the NK-IPS, use a straight-through CAT5
Ethernet cable.
• The NK-IPS and PC with DashBoard are only required for setting up the configuration document, then sending
this to the device. However, you can use the NK Switchboard feature in DashBoard to control and monitor a
routing switcher system.