Lightware MX9x9DVI-Plus User Manual

Standalone MX DVI-Plus family
User’s Manual
Section 4. Operation Page 21 / 89
4.3. Remote operation
Lightware matrix routers can be controlled through various interfaces remotely. This makes
possible to use such functions that are not accessible via the front panel. Also, this helps
system integrators and operators to control multiple devices in a big system through a
single user interface.
4.3.1. Control interfaces
Users can connect to the matrix through
 Ethernet (TCP/IP),
 Serial port (RS-232 or RS-422).
The available remote connections and the relating chapters are listed below.
User interface
Connection type
further
information
Ethernet port
Serial port
Lightware Device Controller
software


chapter 5
page 24
Built-in website

no
chapter 6
Page 42
Third party control system


chapter 8
Page 52
Table 4-1. Available remote connections
Info: Ethernet port can be connected to a LAN hub, switch or router with a UTP patch cable. If
connecting to a computer directly, a crosslink UTP cable has to be used!
4.3.2. User interface comparison
The built-in website and the Lightware Device Controller software have little different
capabilities. The table below summarizes the main differences, helping you to select the
interface that suits your needs.
Function
Lightware Device
Controller (LDC)
Built-in website
Platform
Windows or Mac
ANY

Installation
Installation required
Web browser
needed only

I/O and preset names

No
Preview presets

No
Easy EDID creator

No
EDID editor

No
EDID upload / download

No
Table 4-2. User interface comparison

Lightware MX9x9DVI-Plus Specifications

General

Brand	Lightware
Model	MX9x9DVI-Plus
Category	Matrix Switcher
Language	English