AMX IRIS Operation/reference Manual

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Operation/Reference Guide

IRIS

Infrared/Serial Data Capture Unit

Control System Accessories

Last Revised: 1/17/2007

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AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer

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• The AMX Authorized Partner must contact AMX Technical Support to validate the failure before pursuing this service.

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• Products repaired will carry a ninety (90) day warranty or the balance of the remaining warranty, whichever is greater.

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• See AMX Non-Warranty Repair Price List for minimum and Standard Repair Fees and policies.

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Table of Contents

IRIS Infrared/Serial Data Capture Unit ................................................................1

Overview .................................................................................................................. 1

Specifications............................................................................................................ 1

Front and Rear Panel Components ........................................................................... 2

Using the IRIS .....................................................................................................3

Capturing HC Functions............................................................................................ 3

Capturing HC functions in default mode......................................................................... 3

Capturing HC functions in SP mode ................................................................................ 4

Capturing difficult HC functions using P3-P8 modes ....................................................... 4

Display Characters and P Mode Settings .................................................................. 4

Baud Rate Settings ................................................................................................... 5

Cables and Adapters ................................................................................................ 6

HC IR Functions ........................................................................................................ 6

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................9

E1 or ER messages .......................................................................................................... 9

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IRIS Infrared/Serial Data Capture Unit

Overview

The IRIS Infrared Capture Unit (FG5448) is a stand-alone, self contained unit used to capture infrared (IR) or wired-IR function signals from a hand-held remote controller. Hand controllers (HCs) are used to control a wide variety of audiovisual equipment that includes monitors, VCRs, TVs, and CD players. After you capture IR functions with the IRIS unit (FIG. 1 on page 2), the functions are sent to a PC running the IREdit software program. The IREdit software program creates HC function files that are downloaded to the AXCESS Central Controller.

For step-by-step instructions on how to use the IREdit software program, refer to the IREdit instruction manual.

You can also the IR Capture and Management tool in AMX’s VisualArchitect software application to capture and manage IR functions via the IRIS. Refer to the VisualArchitect Instruction Manual and online help for details.

Specifications

IRIS (FG5448) Specifications

Power: 12 VDC @ 160 mA max.

Dimensions (HWD): 1.51" x 5.55" x 5.45" (3.84 cm x 14.10 cm x 13.84 cm)

Weight: 18.2 oz (518.2 g)

Front Panel Components:

SIGNAL LED: Red indicator that blinks when the IRIS unit is receiving HC functions.

IR window: captures HC functions.

READY LED: Green indicator that lights when the IRIS unit is ready to receive HC functions.

VERIFY; Red indicator that lights when the IRIS unit is ready to verify HC functions.

Alphanumeric display: (2-digit) Red 7-segment alphanumeric display that shows the capture mode

and operating status.

UP: Increments the alphanumeric display by one and lights the red LED inside the

pushbutton.

DOWN: Decrements the display by one and lights the red LED inside the pushbutton.

SEND: Transmits captured HC functions to a PC running the IREdit software program.

Rear Panel Components:

12 VDC/12 VAC connector: 2-pin (male) 12 VDC or 12 VAC power supply connector.

8-pin data connector: Captures wired-IR HC functions. Connect the HC to the IRE IN or WIRED IN

RS-232 connectors: • DB-9 connector for data communications with a PC.

Control ports: • IR sensor to receive IR codes; IR serial input for wired IR codes.

Enclosure: Metal with black matte finish

The red LED inside the pushbutton lights when valid HC functions are ready to send.

pins.

• 6-pin RJ-11 modular connector for data communications. The RJ-11 connector is only used with older SX-DCU+ products.

• DB-9 female connector for Axcess and PC communication.

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IRIS Infrared/Serial Data Capture Unit

IRIS (FG5448) Specifications (Cont.)

Includes: • Large, 2-digit status LED

Front and Rear Panel Components

• Adjustable RS-232 port (300 - 9600 baud)

• 12 VAC power supply

• IREdit software

IR window

SIGNAL LED

12 V connector

8-pin data

connector

IRIS front and rear views

FIG. 1

SIGNAL

READY LED

VERIFY LED

IRE

12V IN

READY VERIFY

WIRED

IN OUT

Alphanumeric display

UP button DOWN button

DOWN SEND

SEND button

RS-232

RS-232 6-pin RJ-11 connector

RS-232 DB-9 connector

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Using the IRIS

Capturing HC Functions

The two modes you can use to capture HC functions are default and special function. You use default mode, which is automatically set when you connect power to the IRIS unit, to capture the majority of HC functions. The table below shows the IRIS unit settings for default mode. Before capturing HC functions, make sure the baud rate in the IRIS unit is set properly, and connected to a PC running the IREdit software application.

Refer to the IREdit instruction manual for information on to storing captured HC functions.

Default Mode Settings

Default Setting

Baud 9600

P3 off

P4 on

P5 off

P6 on

P7 on

P8 off

Using the IRIS

Capturing HC functions in default mode

To capture HC functions in default mode:

1. Make a list of the name and sequence of the HC functions you want to capture. The standard order

for HC functions is listed in theHC IR Functions section on page 6.

2. Connect the RS-232 cable to the DB-9 connector on the IRIS unit and the RS-232 port on your PC,

as shown in theCables and Adapters section on page 6. Set the baud rate in the IRIS unit to match the PC baud rate. Refer to theBaud Rate Settings section on page 5 to set the baud rate. Then, connect the 12

LED lights and 01 appears in the display.

VDC or 12 VAC power supply to the 12 VDC connector on the IRIS unit. The READY

3. Hold the HC device approximately 3-inches away from the IR capture window. Press and hold the

first key on the HC to capture the first function. The key as soon as the

READY LED goes off.

SIGNAL LED will start blinking. Release the HC

4. The [ ] briefly appears in the display to indicate the HC function is captured. Then, 01 appears and

READY and VERIFY LEDs light. The LED will not light if P4 mode is active; refer to theDisplay

the Characters and P Modes table on page 4 for further information.

5. Hold the HC device approximately 3-inches away from the IR capture window. Press and hold the

same key on the HC device again to verify the

IR function was captured correctly by the IRIS unit. If

the HC function is captured correctly, a pair of [ ] (brackets) will briefly flash in the display. The

VERIFY LED goes off, 01 appears in the display, and the SEND pushbutton's LED lights. If an Er

message appears in the display, repeat steps 3 and 5. Otherwise, go to step 6.

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6. Press the SEND pushbutton to send the captured HC function to the PC running the IREdit software

program.

7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 to capture all the HC functions on your list.

Capturing HC functions in SP mode

If you cannot capture an HC function in default mode, set the IRIS unit to special function (SP) mode. Perform these steps to capture HC functions in SP mode:

1. Press and release the UP and SEND pushbuttons at the same time. The message SP briefly appears in

the display and the

UP LED lights. The IRIS unit is now in SP mode.

2. Perform the Capturing HC functions in default mode steps 3 through 6 four times, or until the SEND

LED lights, to capture the HC function. Then, go to the next step.

3. Simultaneously press and release the UP and SEND pushbuttons to reset the IRIS unit to default

mode. The message nO (normal operation) briefly appears in the display to indicate default mode is active.

All settings are returned to their default state when power is removed from the unit.

Capturing difficult HC functions using P3-P8 modes

Set the IRIS unit to the P3-P8 modes if you cannot capture an HC function in default or SP mode, The P3 and P4 modes are special settings to capture HC functions. Perform these steps to capture HC functions using P3-P8 modes:

1. Simultaneously press and release the UP, DOWN, and SEND pushbuttons. The message P1 appears in

the display. The IRIS unit is now in P mode.

2. Use the UP or DOWN pushbutton to select the appropriate P modes according to the descriptions in

the following table.

3. Simultaneously press and release the UP, DOWN, and SEND pushbuttons to toggle the P mode setting

On and Off. The display then shows an On or Off message indicating the new P mode setting and then immediately exits the P mode. You can activate multiple P modes to capture an HC function; refer to theDefault Mode Settings table on page 3 for the P mode default settings when you connect power to the IRIS unit.

4. Repeat the Capturing HC functions in default mode steps 3 through 6, on page 3, to capture the HC

function.

Display Characters and P Mode Settings

The following table lists the display characters and P mode settings for special HC devices.

Display Characters and P Modes

Characters Description

[ ] HC function is captured, analyzed, stored, and verified.

Er Error: HC function did not verify correctly.

Nd No Device. Communication device error detected, or the IREdit program is not staged to

receive HC functions.

NO Normal Operation. Ready to capture HC.

OF P mode is off.

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Display Characters and P Modes (Cont.)

Characters Description

On P mode is on.

So Send OK. HC function sent without errors to a PC running IREdit.

SP Special Function. Special mode to capture unusual HC functions.

P1-P2 Not used.

P3 Sends HC functions to a PC running IREdit automatically after the VERIFY operation.

P4 Disables the VERIFY operation to capture HC functions. Default mode requires the VERIFY

operation.

P5 Loose-timing mode to capture JVC (PQ10956) HC functions.

P6 Glitch-detection mode to capture Kinderman and some Mitsubishi HC functions.

P7 Disables glitch-detection mode to capture non-carrier HC functions.

P8 Strict-timing mode

Baud Rate Settings

The default communication setting for the IRIS unit is 9600 baud. You can change the baud rate with the

UP, DOWN, and SEND pushbuttons. You must set the IRIS unit's baud rate to match the baud rate of the PC

running the IREdit software program to store HC functions.

The IRIS unit automatically sets the baud rate to 9600 when you connect power. If you reset the baud to any other setting and disconnect power, the previous baud rate setting is lost and the IRIS unit will default back to 9600 baud.

To set the baud rate:

1. Disconnect the power supply from the IRIS unit.

2. Press and hold the UP, DOWN, and SEND pushbuttons. Reconnect the power supply and release the

pushbuttons.

3. The two digits that appear in the display represent the current baud rate setting. The following table

lists the RS-232 baud rates and corresponding display digits.

Baud Rate and Display Digits

Baud Rate Display Digits

300 03

600 06

1200 12

2400 24

4800 48

9600 96

4. Press the UP or DOWN pushbuttons to reset the baud rate.

5. Press and hold the UP, DOWN, and SEND pushbuttons again to set the new baud rate. The READY LED

lights to indicate the IRIS unit is ready to capture an HC function.

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Cables and Adapters

Depending on your IREdit programming configuration, one or more cables may be required. Connectors are shown from the wiring side. FIG. 1 shows a computer-to-Axcess Control System (DB-25 to DB-9) wiring diagram; FIG. 2 shows a computer-to-Axcess Central Controller (DB-9-to-DB-9) wiring diagram.

25-pin PC serial-port connector

FIG. 1 Computer-to-Axcess Control System (DB-25 to DB-9) wiring diagram

5 3

9-pin Axcess Control System or IRIS connector

9-pin PC serial-port port connector

FIG. 2 Computer-to-Axcess Control System (DB-25 to DB-9) wiring diagram

3 2

9-pin Axcess Control System or IRIS connector

HC IR Functions

The following table lists the HC IR functions in standard order.

HC IR Functions - Standard Order

Function Description Function Description

1 Play > 22 Channel up or +

2 Stop [ ] 23 Channel down or -

3 Pause | | or still 24 Volume up or +

4 Ffwd >> (AMS/skip track/chapter) 25 Volume down or -

5 Rewind << (AMS/skip track/chapter) 26 Mute

6 Search fwd >>| (AMS/scan) 27 On (power typically)

7 Search rev |<< (AMS/scan) 28 Off (power typically)

8 Record 29 TV/Video or TV/VCR or TV/LDP

(one button source selection)

9 Power or on/off 30 TV

10 ’0’ or ’10’ 31 Video1, Line A, VCR1, VDP, or input +

11 ’1’ (channel digits or tracks for CD) 32 Video2, Line B, VCR2, or input -

12 ’2’ 33 Video3

13 ’3’ 34 RGB1 or Tape1

14 ’4’ 35 RGB2 or Tape2

15 ’5’ 36 CD

16 ’6’ 37 Tuner

17 ’7’ 38 Phono

18 ’8’ 39 Aux

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HC IR Functions - Standard Order (Cont.)

Function Description Function Description

19 ’9’ 40 AM/FM

20 ’+10’ or ’+100’ 41 Play < (play reverse)

21 Enter (used in conjunction with

number typically)

42 A/B

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Troubleshooting

This section provides product solutions to common problems.

E1 or ER messages

The Er/E1 message appears when there is a communication problem with the PC and not an error in capturing the IR functions.

E1 or Er Messages

Problem Solution:

A Hand Control can’t seem to capture the codes.

The AXB-IRIS is able to verify the codes, but when the Send Command is pressed, an Er appears on the unit’s display.

Troubleshooting

• Using NetLinx Studio: Go into the Device Manager dialog box and change the COM port settings. Verify that the new settings are as follows: 9600, No Parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and Flow Control is set to None.

• Using IREdit: This program is recommended for use with this product and can also be used if the Studio application changes (mentioned above) do not work.

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Troubleshooting

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