AMX IRIS Operation/reference Manual
Operation/Reference Guide
IRIS
Infrared/Serial Data Capture Unit
Control System Accessories
Last Revised: 1/17/2007
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• AMX will repair any defect due to material or workmanship issues during the applicable warranty period at no cost to the AMX
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Policy.
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Notice.
Non-Warranty Repair Policy
• Products that do not qualify to be repaired under the Warranty Repair Policy due to age of the product or Condition of the product may be repaired utilizing this service.
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Table of Contents
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
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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