5. Software Control – Using Lightware Device Controller HDMI20-OPTC series – User's Manual 28
Establishing the Connection
Step 1. Connect the device to a computer via USB, RS-232 or Ethernet.
Step 2. Run the controller software; device discovery window appears automatically.
Device Discovery Window in LDC
Step 3. Select the unit from the discovered Ethernet devices or under USB devices; when the device is
connected through RS-232 click on the Query button next to the desired serial port to display the
device’s name and serial number. Double click on the receiver or select the device and click on the
Connect button.
ATTENTION!
Change IP Address
To modify IP address settings quickly it is not necessary to enter the device's
the IP address. In this window you can see only the new settings.
Identifying the Device
Clicking on the icon results the blinking of the LDC screen for 10 seconds. The feature helps to
identify the device itself in the rack shelf.
Further Tools
The Tools menu contains the following options:
▪ Log Viewer:
▪ Create EDID: This tool opens the Easy EDID Creator wizard which can be used for creating unique
EDIDs in a few simple steps. Functionality is the same as the Easy EDID Creator, for the detailed
information see Creating an EDID section.
▪ Demo Mode: This is a virtual MX-FR17 matrix router with full functionality built into the LDC. Functions
and options are the same as a real MX-FR17 device.
The Terminal window is also available by pressing its button on the bottom.
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