2.2 Control Panel Detail
The SCM control module consists of a plug-in assembly with an integral Rack Control Interface. This
interface uses a capacitance touch keypad and data entry slider to allow simple navigation through the
menus. Control operation is described in Section 7 of this manual. Details of the features are as
follows:
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PC Communications USB Port – A USB type B port to allow connection to a computer running
the DxDirector DX3 software for use in setting up configuration, testing and control of the
system
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Graphic LCD Display – A multi-line graphic LCD display to list the menus and commands for
control of the various functions
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Status LEDS
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DMXA or DMXB LEDS will be lit whenever these DMX ports are active
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MODE will be lit when communication is present between the SCM and Rack Control
Interface
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ETHERNET will blink when an Ethernet source is connected and the '10/100' LED will be
lit solid
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STATION is not implemented
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Flash Drive Port – A USB port used for off-line storage of the rack configuration on a USB
flash drive. Multiple files can be stored, and recalled, all with unique file names
•
Micro SD Card Port – A factory port used to install the operating system software
Figure 3: Control Panel Details
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