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4. Operation
A router control system is required to use routers in the NV8500 family. The control system pro-
vides an interface for operations and maintenance personnel. Through the control system, signal
switching can be actively configured, reference inputs selected, partitions for organizing signal
switching created, and certain system functions monitored.
The NV8500 family of routers are designed to partner with the Miranda NV9000 control system.
However, Miranda routers are designed with a degree of flexibility and can be used with certain
third-party control systems. For detailed information on using the Miranda NV9000 control system,
see the associated User’s Guide. For information on using third-party control systems, see the third-
party vendor literature. For more information on compatible control systems. Contact Miranda
technical support, see Technical Support Contact Information on page iii
.
Miranda Control Systems
Most facilities require multi-level switching capability (audio follow video, for example) and intui-
tive device naming capabilities. The control system used dramatically affects how operators use the
routers and the ease with which devices are accessed.
Miranda’s control system runs on an NV9000 system controller that is separate from the router. The
router control system can be loaded (a) on a primary controller only or (b) on both primary and sec-
ondary (redundant) controllers, creating a fail-over backup. The control system includes control
panels for managing routers and other network equipment.
Miranda’s control systems offer a variety of control surfaces, support redundancy, and facilitate
expansion as routing needs change. The control system is also capable of interfacing with third-
party signal routing equipment. Because of the variety of features, capabilities and limitations of
other manufacturers’ equipment, users are urged to work closely with Miranda’s technical staff and
with the supplier of the third-party equipment when integrating it into an NV9000 control system.
Third-Party Control Systems
Miranda provides assistance to users wanting to configure Miranda products to function with third-
party control systems. However, because Miranda does not manufacture or warrant control systems
from other vendors, we cannot guarantee overall performance or answer all possible configuration-
related questions. For assistance, contact the manufacturer of the control system in use.
In many cases, router features and functionality are limited when using a third-party control sys-
tem. For example, the third-party system may not optimally manage mono routing, while the
NV9000 control system easily manages this function.
Please consult with Miranda if you are considering using a third-party interface to control an
NV8500 family router. Refer to the Technical Support Contact Information on page iii
.
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