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5–4 • Operating the RCP-QE RCP-QE User Guide (v02)
Using a Macro
You can use macros on the RCP-QE.
To use a macro:
1.
Create a macro (see “ Assigning a Macro Button ” on page 4–21).
2.
Press the macro button.
3.
If a TAKE button is assigned to the menu, press TAKE .
Using a Salvo
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This function is only available when connected to an Ultrix router or Ultricore Central Controller.
A salvo is a predefined list of switch events. Salvos are stored within a central controlling device such as an Ultrix
router or Ultricore and may be accessed by any Remote Control Panel within the system. Salvo names are handled
by the central controlling device and update the RCP-QE salvo names list automatically.
To use a salvo:
1.
Create a salvo as outlined in the Ultrix or Ultricore documentation.
2.
Press the assigned
Salvo
macro button. This is the button you configured using the procedure “ To assign a
salvo to a button: ” on page 4–26.
3.
If a
TAKE
button is assigned to the menu, press
TAKE
.
Using Category Index Mode
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This function is only available when connected to an Ultrix router or Ultricore Central Controller.
Category Index is a mode of operation. Category Index mode allows the grouping of sources and destinations in a
hierarchical tree structure similar to the 'breadcrumb' user interface pattern found on many websites. The traditional
menu structured navigation pattern is available once the Category Index mode is exited or the user has made a
selection. The assignment of sources and destinations is defined within a central controlling device such as the
Ultrix router or Ultricore.
To enter Category Index mode:
1. Press the
CAT MODE
button to enter Category Index mode. This is the button you configured using the
procedure “ To assign a Category Index mode button: ” on page 4–27.
A Category menu opens.
2. Press Sources, Destinations, Levels or Salvos as required.
Sub-categories and selection keys (source /destination/level selection) are now available. Example data is
shown below: