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In every Pro64 network, one device will always be designated as the Control Master, the device that manages all
A‑Net resources for the network. The Control Master can be any I/O module in the network, and can be assigned
or changed by the user as needed. Only one device can be assigned as Control Master in a Pro64 network at a
time; an A‑Net Pro64 network cannot function without a Control Master.
The functions of the Control Master include:
System resource and information management
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Management of
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active channels (Slots)
System‑level command and control functions
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Keeping track of all Pro64 devices in the network (by type and quantity)
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Control of the current system‑wide
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sample rate
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Clock Master (analog modules only)
System lock via
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password on/off for supported devices
Management of
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Virtual Data Cable (VDC) resources
Management of
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stereo link status
Requests to enter
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Managed Mode for control with Pro64 Network Manager software
Communication with
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Pro64 Network Manager software when configuring and managing a
network using a PC
The Control Master status is identified with a red LED on the front panel of the device currently assigned as the
Control Master. Depending on the type of device (rack‑mounted I/O module, AllFrame, or digital console interface
card), the method used for designating Control Master status may be different.
The Control Master LED is labeled CTL on the 6416Y2 card.
RS–232/422
STEREO LINK
6416
Y2
B
A
ON
CTL
CLK
AUTO
ERR
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The Control Master LED (CTL) on the 6416Y2 card
