DX2 SCM Setup Software - DX2/Expanded Collage
The SCM setup software, for a personal
computer, enables you to set up and run a DX2 Series dimmer system. It can also be
used with an SCM hosted ALX or Sunburst dimming system. This software lets you configure
dimmer control sources for combinations of DMXa, DMXb, Collage, or analog inputs.
It provides configuration of Expanded Mode Collage architectural controls - setting areas, stations, button configurations, macros, Channel and Preset naming, as well as Preset editing. An astronomical clock and real-time event triggering is also supported. Backup cues can be captured, recalled and edited from this package as well.
The software has a Common User Access (CUA) user interface similar to other windows oriented software with pull-down menus and dialog boxes. Keyboard as well as mouse input is supported.
Expanded Collage Setup includes area setup, station assignment, security, button assignment, and room partition assignment. The basic elements required for a Collage system are area setup, and station assignment. All other setups are optional.
The Collage setup section also includes setup for rack stations and backup cue recall stations.
Version 3.00 software adds RS232 capability to the DX2 dimming system. Note that hardware must be updated if you wish to interface to RS232. Version 3.00 is backwarads compatible with all DX2 dimming systems.
Software Requirements
The SCM setup software runs on an IBM PC under MS or PC-DOS version 3.2 or above. You can also run it under Windows or Windows95 in a DOS window. A 386 PC or higher with a minimum 512K of available memory is required. A color monitor and mouse is recommended. You must have a free serial port to connect the PC to the DX. The software supports COM1 through COM4. The setup software will also support a DX system through a 14.4 baud high speed modem.