What’s new in V3 software for NMX matrices: easier, faster, more powerful

Default IP: faster configuration

The NMX matrix now comes with a standard default IP (192.168.0.10), a simple but key change.

• Before: The initial IP was not common in installations, requiring unnecessary adjustments.
• Now: just plug in and start working.

This means less initial setup time and a much faster project launch, something integrators appreciate on a daily basis.

Global DUCKER

Priority management is essential in any installation with PA or background music. In the previous software version, the DUCKER applied priority directly to the inputs before distributing them to the outputs, which could cause unwanted dropouts in areas without priority signals.

The new software version introduces a global DUCKER that acts on the entire system, with much more precise logic:

• Only interrupt the necessary areas.
• Maintains continuity in spaces where no announcements are issued.
• It offers a more natural experience to the end user.

For example, in a hotel, an emergency alert will interrupt the music only in critical areas, but will not affect other rooms where it is not necessary.

Improved interface for TAB screens

The V3 software version expands the capabilities of the TAB interface, integrating features previously limited to PC software. This allows users to make adjustments and controls directly from their tablet, without accessing the advanced configuration environment.

• Consistent sequence of properties: configuration > style > size > location.
• Automatic application of the new IP when working with devices.
• Aesthetic customization: possibility of changing fonts, applying bold or italics.

This way, the installer gains speed and the end user enjoys a more polished, intuitive, and adaptable interface.

New elements in the interface

The new software version brings features previously only available in the PC software to the TAB panel:

• DUCKER applied to specific outputs: maximum flexibility to decide where the audio is interrupted.
• CROSSVOLUME: adjusts the crossover volume for each input/output.
• NAVIGATOR: buttons to move between pages without depending on the side menu.

These improvements allow for agile control from tablets, without always having to resort to a computer.

Synchronization between screens

In installations where multiple people manage audio, synchronization between TAB screens makes all the difference.

CHECKBUTTONs now sync in real time between devices, even with custom commands.

• Ensure consistency: everyone sees the same status on their screens.
• Improves coordination: multiple users can control the same installation without conflict.

A major breakthrough for airports, hospitals, or sports venues where teamwork is essential.

Backward file compatibility

Version 3 of the software maintains full compatibility with configuration files created in V2:

• Presets.
• Menu configuration for NMX-WP.
• Interface designs for tablets (TAB-10-16).

This avoids redoing configurations and ensures smooth continuity between versions, saving time and reducing risk.

In addition, the TAB-10-16 app has been updated with software version V3, incorporating a more intuitive design and adapting to the matrix’s new features.
This update takes a step further toward mobility and convenience, offering agile and consistent control from tablets.

Comparative table between software versions

 

FUNCTIONALITY	VERSION 2	VERSION 3
Default IP	Less common address	All devices come with the default IP address on the same network (192.168.0.10 for arrays)
DUCKER	By input	Global DUCKER applicable to the entire system
Tab interface	Properties without logical order	Clear sequence + aesthetic customization + synchronization between Tab screens
Tab Functions	Limited	Integrated DUCKER, CROSSVOLUME, and NAVIGATOR

Conclusion: Easier, faster, more powerful

The NMX digital audio matrix software version V3 is not just an upgrade, it’s a true transformation that simplifies setup, expands control, and strengthens system reliability.

From the simplicity of a standard IP to the power of a global DUCKER, from tablet-to-tablet synchronization to backward file compatibility, each enhancement addresses a specific market need.

Fonestar has listened to installers and users, incorporating improvements that make the experience simpler, more intuitive, and much more powerful.

Ultimately, the new version of the NMX series becomes a competitive advantage for any professional installation.

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