System information

Preface
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interface between the MX Control or the MX Ultranet
and external devices.
Chapter 9 MX Ultranet describes the MX Ultranet, which
replaces the independent MX Net and MX Link units
present in earlier Vicon MX systems. The MX Ultranet
supplies power, synchronization, and communications
for up to eight connected MX cameras (or alternative
devices such as MX Control or MX Bridge units) and the
host PC.
Each of the following chapters describe the additional equipment
supplied with Vicon MX:
Chapter 10 MX Accessory Kit describes the contents of the MX
Accessory Kit.
Chapter 11 MX Cables describes the types of proprietary MX
cables for connecting the system components.
Chapter 12 MX Calibration Kit describes the purpose and
contents of the MX Calibration Kit.
Each of the appendices provide additional information that can help
you make the most of using Vicon MX:
Appendix A MX Control Card Configuration provides
procedures for installing and replacing add-on cards in
the MX Control and connecting digital devices to it.
Appendix B GPIO and Remote Connections in MX Ultranet
and MX Sync provides procedures for using the GPIO
and remote control functionality of these MX units.
Appendix C MX Camera Lens Focusing provides procedures for
focusing MX camera lenses.
Appendix D Technical Specifications describes the technical
specifications for Vicon MX hardware components.
Appendix E Regulatory Notices gives details of regulatory
notices regarding the supply and use of Vicon MX.
Appendix F Troubleshooting provides tips on resolving possible
problems with Vicon MX hardware components.
Appendix G Support Resources describes the support resources
available to Vicon MX users.
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