AMX MVP-8400i User Manual
Operation/Reference Guide
MVP-8400i
Modero® ViewPoint® Wireless Touch Panel with Intercom
MVP-BP Power Pack
NXA-CFSP Compact Flash Card
Touch Panels & Accessories
Last Revised: 7/22/2008
AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer
AMX warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three (3) years from
the date of purchase from AMX, with the following exceptions:
• Electroluminescent and LCD Control Panels are warranted for three (3) years, except for the display and touch
overlay components that are warranted for a period of one (1) year.
• Disk drive mechanisms, pan/tilt heads, power supplies, and MX Series products are warranted for a period of one
(1) year.
• AMX Lighting products are guaranteed to switch on and off any load that is properly connected to our lighting
products, as long as the AMX Lighting products are under warranty. AMX does guarantee the control of dimmable
loads that are properly connected to our lighting products. The dimming performance or quality cannot be
guaranteed due to the random combinations of dimmers, lamps and ballasts or transformers.
• Unless otherwise specified, OEM and custom products are warranted for a period of one (1) year.
• AMX Software is warranted for a period of ninety (90) days.
• Batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered under the warranty.
This warranty extends only to products purchased directly from AMX or an Authorized AMX Dealer.
All products returned to AMX require a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number is obtained
from the AMX RMA Department. The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of each box. The RMA is
valid for a 30-day period. After the 30-day period the RMA will be cancelled. Any shipments received not consistent
with the RMA, or after the RMA is cancelled, will be refused. AMX is not responsible for products returned without a
valid RMA number.
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lost profits, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential damages. AMX is not liable for any claim made by a
third party or by an AMX Dealer for a third party.
This limitation of liability applies whether damages are sought, or a claim is made, under this warranty or as a tort claim
(including negligence and strict product liability), a contract claim, or any other claim. This limitation of liability cannot
be waived or amended by any person. This limitation of liability will be effective even if AMX or an authorized
representative of AMX has been advised of the possibility of any such damages. This limitation of liability, however, will
not apply to claims for personal injury.
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exclusion of incidental or consequential damages for consumer products. In such states, the limitation or exclusion of
the Limited Warranty may not apply. This Limited Warranty gives the owner specific legal rights. The owner may also
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A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AMX EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO THE TERMS OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed an operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
MVP-8400i Modero Viewpoint Wireless Touch Panel With Intercom .................1
Overview .................................................................................................................. 1
Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
MVP-BP Power Pack ........................................................................................... 5
Overview .................................................................................................................. 5
MVP-BP Specifications .................................................................................................. 5
Installing MVP-BP Batteries ...................................................................................... 5
NXA-CFSP Compact Flash ..................................................................................7
Overview .................................................................................................................. 7
Compact Flash Card - Security .................................................................................. 7
Installing the NXA-CFSP Compact Flash Card........................................................... 7
Accessing the MVP’s Internal Components ..................................................................... 7
Removing the Installed Card ........................................................................................... 8
Installing the Compact Flash Upgrade Card .................................................................... 8
Wireless Interface Cards ................................................................................... 11
802.11b Wireless Interface Card............................................................................. 11
Specifications ............................................................................................................... 11
NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Interface Card............................................. 12
Specifications ............................................................................................................. 13
Installing the 802.11g Card and Antenna ............................................................... 15
Firmware Requirements ................................................................................................ 15
Access the MVP’s Internal Components ........................................................................ 15
Removing the Installed Card ......................................................................................... 15
Preparing the MVP’s Rear Housing ............................................................................... 15
Installing the NXA-WC80211GCF ................................................................................. 16
Closing and Securing the MVP Enclosure...................................................................... 17
Configuring Communications ...........................................................................19
Modero Setup and System Settings ....................................................................... 19
Accessing the Setup and Protected Setup Pages.......................................................... 19
Setting the Panel’s Device Number .............................................................................. 20
Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview ............................................... 20
Hot Swapping ............................................................................................................... 20
Configuring a Wireless Network Access ................................................................. 21
Step 1: Configure the Panel’s Wireless IP Settings ................................................. 21
Wireless communication using a DHCP Address ........................................................... 21
Wireless communication using a Static IP Address........................................................ 22
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Using the Site Survey tool ............................................................................................. 22
Step 2: Configure the Card’s Wireless Security Settings ........................................ 24
Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for unsecured access to a WAP200G ............. 25
Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for secured access to a WAP200G ................. 27
Automatically set SSID .................................................................................................. 27
Manually set SSID.......................................................................................................... 28
Configuring multiple wireless Moderos to communicate to a target WAP200G........... 31
Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode ........................................................... 31
USB................................................................................................................................ 31
Prepare your PC for USB communication with the panel .............................................. 32
Configure the panel for USB communication ................................................................ 32
Configure a Virtual NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio............................................. 33
Ethernet ........................................................................................................................ 35
Master Connection to a Virtual Master via Ethernet ..................................................... 35
Using G4 Web Control to Interact with a G4 Panel ................................................ 38
Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel ............................................... 40
Upgrading MVP Firmware ................................................................................43
Upgrading the Modero Firmware via the USB port ................................................ 44
Step 1: Configure the panel for a USB Connection Type .............................................. 44
Step 2: Prepare Studio for communication via the USB port ........................................ 44
Step 3: Confirm and Upgrade the firmware via the USB port ....................................... 45
Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware via USB ................................................. 47
Step 1: Prepare the Docking Station for firmware transfer via USB.............................. 47
Step 2: Upgrade the Docking Station firmware via USB ............................................... 48
Setup Pages ......................................................................................................51
Navigation Buttons ................................................................................................. 51
Setup Pages............................................................................................................ 52
Information ............................................................................................................. 53
Project Information Page............................................................................................... 54
Panel Information Page ................................................................................................. 56
Time & Date Setup Page ............................................................................................... 57
Volume Page ................................................................................................................. 59
WAV files - Supported sample rates.............................................................................. 60
Batteries Page ............................................................................................................... 61
Protected Setup Pages ........................................................................................... 63
Protected Setup Navigation Buttons............................................................................. 64
G4 Web Control Page ................................................................................................... 65
Calibration Page............................................................................................................ 67
Wireless Settings Page .................................................................................................. 68
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Wireless Security Page .................................................................................................. 71
Open (Clear Text) Settings ............................................................................................ 72
Static WEP Settings....................................................................................................... 73
WPA-PSK Settings......................................................................................................... 75
EAP-LEAP Settings ........................................................................................................ 76
EAP-FAST Settings ........................................................................................................ 78
EAP-PEAP Settings........................................................................................................ 80
EAP-TTLS Settings......................................................................................................... 82
EAP-TLS Settings........................................................................................................... 84
Client certificate configuration ...................................................................................... 85
System Settings Page.................................................................................................... 87
Other Settings ........................................................................................................ 89
Image Caching Page...................................................................................................... 90
Setting the image cache................................................................................................ 92
Clearing the image cache .............................................................................................. 92
Checking image cache status ........................................................................................ 92
Password Setup Page.................................................................................................... 92
SIP Settings Page .......................................................................................................... 93
Tools ....................................................................................................................... 95
Panel Logs Page ............................................................................................................ 95
Checking the Panel Connection Logs ............................................................................ 96
Refreshing the Panel Connections Log.......................................................................... 96
Clearing the Panel Connections Log ............................................................................. 96
Panel Statistics Page ..................................................................................................... 97
Checking the Panel Statistics ........................................................................................ 98
Refreshing the Panel Statistics ...................................................................................... 98
Clearing the Panel Statistics .......................................................................................... 98
Connection Utility Page ................................................................................................ 99
Using the Connection Utility ....................................................................................... 100
Programming ..................................................................................................101
Overview .............................................................................................................. 101
Button Assignments ............................................................................................. 101
Page Commands ................................................................................................... 101
Programming Numbers......................................................................................... 107
RGB triplets and names for basic 88 colors ................................................................ 107
Font styles and ID numbers......................................................................................... 109
Border styles and Programming numbers ................................................................... 110
"^" Button Commands ......................................................................................... 112
Miscellaneous MVP Strings back to the Master .......................................................... 131
MVP Panel Lock Passcode commands ......................................................................... 131
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Text Effects Names............................................................................................... 132
Button Query Commands ..................................................................................... 133
Panel Runtime Operations .................................................................................... 142
Input Commands................................................................................................... 147
Embedded codes .................................................................................................. 149
Panel Setup Commands ........................................................................................ 150
Dynamic Image Commands................................................................................... 153
Panel Intercom Commands ................................................................................... 155
SIP Commands ...................................................................................................... 156
Panel Calibration ............................................................................................159
Calibrating the MVP Panels .................................................................................. 159
Testing your Calibration .............................................................................................. 160
If Calibration Is Not Working....................................................................................... 161
Appendix A: Text Formatting .........................................................................163
Text Formatting Codes for Bargraphs/Joysticks................................................... 163
Text Area Input Masking....................................................................................... 164
Input mask character types ......................................................................................... 164
Input mask ranges ....................................................................................................... 165
Input mask next field characters.................................................................................. 165
Input mask operations................................................................................................. 165
Input mask literals ....................................................................................................... 165
Input mask output examples ....................................................................................... 166
URL Resources ...................................................................................................... 167
Special escape sequences ........................................................................................... 167
Appendix B - Wireless Technology .................................................................169
Overview of Wireless Technology......................................................................... 169
Terminology.......................................................................................................... 170
EAP Authentication............................................................................................... 173
EAP characteristics ...................................................................................................... 173
EAP communication overview ..................................................................................... 174
AMX Certificate Upload Utility ............................................................................. 175
Configuring your G4 Touch Panel for USB Communication .................................. 175
Step 1: Setup the Panel and PC for USB Communication............................................ 175
Step 2: Confirm the Installation of the USB Driver on the PC ..................................... 176
How to Upload a Certificate File........................................................................... 177
Appendix C: Troubleshooting .........................................................................179
Checking AMX USBLAN device connections via Windows Device Manager ............... 179
Checking AMX USBLAN device connections via NetLinx Studio ................................. 180
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USB Driver................................................................................................................... 181
Panel Not in Listed As a Connected Device ................................................................ 181
Connection Status ....................................................................................................... 182
Panel Doesn’t Respond To Touches ............................................................................ 182
Batteries Will Not Hold Or Take A Charge.................................................................. 182
Modero Panel Isn’t Appearing In The Online Tree Tab ............................................... 183
MVP Can’t Obtain a DHCP Address ............................................................................ 183
My WEP Doesn’t Seem To Be Working ....................................................................... 183
NetLinx Studio Only Detects One Of My Connected Masters .................................... 183
Can’t Connect To a NetLinx Master ............................................................................ 183
Only One Modero Panel In My System Shows Up....................................................... 184
Panel Behaves Strangely After Downloading A Panel File Or Firmware ..................... 184
Panel Fails to Charge in MVP-WDS ............................................................................. 185
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MVP-8400i Modero Viewpoint Wireless Touch Panel With Intercom
MVP-8400i Modero Viewpoint Wireless
Touch Panel With Intercom
Overview
The MVP-8400i Modero Viewpoint Wireless Touch Panel (FIG. 1) is a 8.4", 802.11-based wireless
handheld G4 touch panels, pre-installed with an 802.11 Wi-Fi Interface Card to communicate with a
NetLinx Master via a standard 802.11g Wireless Access Point.
The MVP-8400i features full-duplex intercom functionality.
FIG. 1 MVP-8400i Touch Panel
MVP panels feature nine programmable external pushbuttons and two programmable LEDs,
and support AMX G4 graphics technology, making them compatible with AMX’s TPDesign4
Touch Panel Design program.
MVP panels utilize two IR frequencies (38 KHz and 455 KHz) as well as 2 additional
user-defined IR libraries, on 4 IR ports.
MVP panels feature programmable firmware that can be upgraded via either the wireless
interface card or the mini-USB port. MVP panels utilize unique firmware kit files that can be
downloaded from www.amx.com.
MVP panels support AMX Computer Control, which enables remote viewing and control of
any networked computer directly from the panel. This gives the user the ability to launch
digital music from a PC, cruise the Internet, check and respond to E-mail, open software files,
and launch applications.
MVP panels come equipped with a battery and power supply (see specifications).
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Optional AMX accessory solutions for the MVPs include
MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station (see the MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station
Operation/Reference Guide for details).
MVP-WDS Wall/Flush Mount Docking Station-Black/Silver (see the MVP-WDS Wall
Docking Station Operation/Reference Guide for details).
MVP-KS Kickstand (see the MVP-KS Kickstand Operation/Reference Guide for details).
Specifications
The MVP-8400i panel utilizes an 8.4" Color Active LCD to display an 800 x 600 pixel
resolution using 256K colors.
Stylus
Microphone
Directional pad w/center select button
Pushbuttons (4)
Mini-USB connector
C
Docking station interface connector
Speaker
Power connector
FIG. 2 MVP Touch Panels
C
MVP-8400i Specifications (FG5965-04)
Dimensions (HWD): 7.09" x 10.47" x 1.47" (18.00 cm x 26.60 cm x 3.73 cm)
Power Requirement
(without charging):
Power Requirement
(while charging):
Minimum power
supply required:
Panel with batteries fully charged or with no batteries:
• Constant current draw: 1.3 A @ 12 VDC
• Startup current draw: 1.9 A @ 12 VDC
• If panel is mounted onto a TDS or WDS, add 0.1 A to the above figures.
Panel while charging batteries:
• Constant current draw: 3.3 A @ 12 VDC
• Startup current draw: 3.9 A @ 12 VDC
• If panel is mounted onto a TDS or WDS, add 0.1 A to the above figures.
PS4.4 Power Supply (FG423-45)
- All MVP models are shipped with this power supply.
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MVP-8400i Specifications (FG5965-04) (Cont.)
Power Modes: • ON: Panel is fully functional.
• STANDBY: Panel uses low power, the LCD/backlight is shutdown, LEDs still
function. Panel resumes the ON mode in ~ 1 second.
• OFF: On-board programs not running, touch screen still powered, LED not
functional. Panel resumes the ON mode in ~ 30 seconds.
Battery Duration:
(per battery)
Memory (factory default): • 128 MB SDRAM
Weight: 1.85 lbs (0.84 kg)
MVP-8400i LCD
Specifications:
Active Screen Area: • 6.71” x 5.03” (17.04cm x 12.78cm)
External Components:
Docking station interface
connector:
LEDs: Two sets of NetLinx programmable LEDs (supporting On, Off, and Blink).
Mini-USB connector: 5-pin mini-USB connector for programming, firmware update, and file transfer.
Power connector: • 2.1mm barrel-style power jack, for use with the included PS4.4 power supply.
Stylus slot: • Illuminated slot where the included stylus is stored, located on the left side of
External Buttons: • Nine programmable pushbuttons (four located on the left of the LCD and five
Internal Components:
Wireless Interface card: Provides 802.11 (CF Type I) wireless connectivity between the panel and a
IR Emitters: Transmit IR over 20 feet (6.10 m).
Internal speaker: Single 2 watt speaker.
Internal microphone For use with the intercom feature
Battery compartment: Houses up to 2 MVP-BP Power Packs.
• Eight hours of normal use (25% On state, 25% Standby, and 50% Off).
• Four hours of continuous use (continuous On state).
The MVP-8400i panel is shipped with two MVP-BP batteries. You must use
both batteries to obtain the duration times given above.
• 128 MB Compact Flash (upgradable to 1 GB) - factory programmed
• with 1 battery: 2.25 lbs (1.02 kg)
• with 2 batteries: 2.65 lbs (1.20 kg)
• Aspect ratio: 4 x 3
• Brightness (luminance): 180 cd/m
2
• Channel transparency: 8-bit Alpha blending
• Contrast ratio: 350:1
• Display colors: 256K colors (18-bit color depth)
• Dot/pixel pitch: 0.21 mm
• Panel type: TFT Color Active-Matrix
• Screen resolution: 800 x 600 pixels (HV) @ 60 Hz frame frequency
• Viewing angles (vertical): + 60° / - 40° (from center)
Metallic strip connector located on the bottom panel provides communication
and power between the panel and the optional docking stations.
Default blink patterns:
- Stylus LED: Blink = Batteries charging, On = Batteries charged.
- Front panel LED: Blink = Panel booting, On = Panel operating properly.
the MVP.
located on the right in a joystick configuration).
Wireless Access Point (such as the NXA-WAP200G).
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MVP-8400i Specifications (FG5965-04) (Cont.)
Internal Components (Cont.):
Button Assignments: Button assignments can only be adjusted in TPD4 and not on the panels.
• Button channel range: 1 - 4000 button push and feedback (per address port)
• Button variable text range: 1 - 4000 (per address port)
• Button states range: 1 - 256 (General Button; 1 = Off State, 2 = On State)
• Level range: 1 - 600 (default level value 0-255, can be set up to 1-65535)
• Address port range: 1 - 100
Operating / Storage
Environment:
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
Included Accessories: • MVP-BP Power Pack (FG5965-20): 2 included
Other AMX Equipment: • CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box (FG037-10)
• Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH
• Storage Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to 60° C (140° F)
• Storage Humidity: 5% - 85% RH
• IEC60950
• 80211xCF Wireless Interface Compact Flash card (Type 1) - pre-installed
• PS4.4 Power Supply (FG423-44)
•Stylus
• CC-USB (Type A) to Mini-B 5-Wire programming cable (FG10-5965)
• MVP-BP Power Pack (additional/spare) (FG5965-20)
• MVP-KS Kickstand (FG5965-12)
• MVP-STYLUS three pack (FG5965-30)
• MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station (FG5965-10)
• MVP-WDS Wall/Flush Mount Docking Station:
Black (FG5965-11) / Silver (FG5965-21)
• MVP-WDS-SK Silver Conversion Kit for MVP-WDS (FG5965-22)
• NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Compact Flash Card Upgrade Kit
(FG2255-07)
• Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware):
NXA-84ICF256M, 256 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-70)
NXA-84ICF512M, 512 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-71)
NXA-84ICF1G, 1 GB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-72)
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MVP-BP Power Pack
Overview
The MVP-BP Power Pack (FG5965-20) is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery used to provide power to
the MVP touch panels. Two MVP-BPs are included with each MVP-8400i touch panel.
FIG. 3 MVP-BP Power Pack
MVP-BP Power Pack
MVP-BPs can be charged with either a Table Top Docking Station (MVP-TDS), Wall/Flush Mount
Docking Station (MVP-WDS), or MVP panel itself. Extra MVP-BP Power Packs can be purchased
separately.
MVP-BP Specifications
MVP-BP Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): 0.48" x 1.52" x 8.65" (1.23 cm x 3.86 cm x 21.97 cm)
Power (Voltage): 7.2 Volts (nominal)
Weight: 0.40 lbs (0.18 kg)
Charge Capacity: 3600mAh
Operating/Storage Environments: • Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH
• Storage Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to 60° C (140° F)
• Storage Humidity: 5% - 85% RH
Installing MVP-BP Batteries
1. Disconnect any cables, and place the MVP face down to expose the battery compartment.
2. Press down on the traction grooves to slide the battery compartment cover (away from the metal
plate), to open the battery compartment.
3. Insert the MVP-BP(s) so that the connector makes contact with the battery pins at the end of the
battery slot as shown in
FIG. 4.
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MVP-BP Power Pack
Battery connector
Battery Compartment Cover
Battery pins
Battery slot 2
Battery slot 1
FIG. 4 Installing MVP-BP batteries into the MVP battery slots
Alignment Guide hole openings
Traction Grooves
Battery
Removal
Straps
If you are only using one battery, use Battery Slot #1.
4. To replace the battery compartment cover, use the alignment guide holes to align the cover with the
edges of the battery compartment, and slide it back into place until it snaps shut.
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NXA-CFSP Compact Flash
Overview
Every MVP panel is shipped with a 128 MB Compact Flash card.
Compact Flash Card - Security
All security user names and passwords (for the docking station) are stored in the Compact Flash card.
After installing the Compact Flash card upgrade, all security user names and passwords need to be reentered to enable security. For this reason, it is recommended that you upgrade the card prior to setting
up the security information for the docking station.
The NXA-CFSP Compact Flash card is factory programmed with panel firmware and can be upgraded
up to 1GB:
Optional Compact Flash Upgrades
NXA-84ICF256M, 256 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-70)
NXA-84ICF512M, 512 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-71)
NXA-84ICF1G, 1 GB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-72)
NXA-CFSP Compact Flash
Installing the NXA-CFSP Compact Flash Card
Batteries should be removed prior to upgrading the Compact Flash card.
Accessing the MVP’s Internal Components
1. Remove all connectors, remove power and remove batteries.
2. Remove the two housing screws (FIG. 5).
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NXA-CFSP Compact Flash
Battery Compartment cover
Housing screws
Bottom rim of outer
housing
Rear outer housing
Trim fits inside
the grooves around
the edges of the panel
Circuit board
housing
attachment
locations (4)
FIG. 5 Removing the MVP enclosure (housing)
B
A
Panel
3. Grasp the bottom rim of the rear housing just above the MVP interface connector, and carefully pull
the bottom rim away from the IR Emitter and up, to expose the internal components.
4. Remove the trim from the top rim of the circuit board (FIG. 5).
Removing the Installed Card
1. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object and then locate
the card slot on the main circuit board (
FIG. 6).
2. Place the circuit board on a flat level surface so that the IR Emitters are pointing away from you
FIG. 6).
(
3. Insert the tip of a grounded flat-head screwdriver into one of the card removal grooves (located on
either side of the existing card), and gently pry it out of the slot (
FIG. 7). Repeat this process on the
opposite card removal groove. This alternating action causes the card to "wiggle" away from the
on-board connector pins.
4. Slip your finger into the gap between the card and the circuit board and firmly grab the card by its
sides, then carefully pull it up and out of the slot. An angular removal of the card is required because
one of the housing’s latch attachments blocks the slot opening.
use care when pulling up on the card.
Installing the Compact Flash Upgrade Card
1. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object and then locate
the memory card slot on the main board (A in
FIG. 6).
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Card removal grooves
IR Emitters
Compact Flash
card
A B
FIG. 6 Location and orientation of the Compact Flash cards (both MVP panels)
Internal circuit board
(top view - detail)
Wireless Interface
card
2. Place the circuit board on a flat level surface so that the IR Emitters are pointing away from you
FIG. 6).
(
3. Insert the tip of a grounded flat-head screwdriver into one of the card removal grooves (located on
either side of the existing Compact Flash card), and gently pry it out of the slot (
FIG. 7). Repeat this
process on the opposite card removal groove. This alternating action causes the pre-existing card to
"wiggle" away from the on-board connector pins.
4. Slip your finger into the opening (between the connector pins and the card resulting from step 3)
and push the card out.
5. Finish the process by firmly gripping the exposed sides of the card and pulling it out (FIG. 7). USE
CARE WHEN HANDLING THE CARD.
Card removal
grooves
On-board Compact
Flash connector (with pins)
Insert with arrow
facing towards the pins
Connector opening
FIG. 7 Removing/installing a Compact Flash Memory card
6. Insert the new card firmly into the slot opening connector (FIG. 7) until the contact pins are
completely inside the card and securely attached to the pin sockets.
Any new Compact Flash card upgrade is detected by the panel only after the unit
cycles power.
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Wireless Interface Cards
802.11b Wireless Interface Card
MVP panels can connect to a wireless network using the 802.11b Wireless Interface Card (70-5965-02),
pre-installed in MVP touch panel models. The 802.11b Wireless Interface Card is a 2.4 GHz Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) 802.11b 11M wireless PC card, with detachable antenna.
FIG. 8 802.11b Wireless Interface Card
The wireless interface card works with 802.11b/g Wireless Access Points, such as the NXA-WAP200G.
Wireless Interface Cards
The NXA-WAP200G uses a default SSID of AMX.
Follow your particular WAP’s instruction manual for setup procedures.
Specifications
802.11b Wireless Interface Card Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): • 2.07" x 1.68" x 0.21" (52.56 mm x 42.80 mm x 5.57 mm)
Weight: • 13.61 grams (0.030 lbs)
Features: • Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64-bit and 128-bit data encryption
• Diversity Antenna Connectors automatically select the best available signal
• Supports infrastructure (communications to wired networks via Access Points),
and roaming (standard IEEE 802.11b compliant)
Antenna: • 2, Ceramic (Diversity Supported)
Host Interface: • Compact Flash Type I
Interoperability: • Interoperable with Wi-Fi (WECA) certified products
LED Indicators: • Power / Link activity
Modulation: • DSSS, DBSK, DQSK, CCK
Network Standard: • IEEE 802.11b
Number of Channels: •14
Operating Voltage: • 5 / 3.3 V
Operating Channels: • 11 Channels (USA, Canada)
• 13 Channels (Europe)
• 14 Channels (Japan)
• 4 Channels (France)
Operating Environment: • Temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C (non-operating) and -15 ~ 80°C (storage)
• Humidity (non-condensing): 5% ~ 95% RH
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802.11b Wireless Interface Card Specifications (Cont.)
Power Consumption: • TX power consumption: < 265 mA
Radio Data Rate: • 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps, Auto Rate
Receive Sensitivity: • @PER < 8%
RF Output Power: • 15 dBm +/- 1 dBm
Security: • WEP 64,128 bit, WPA/TKIP
Wireless Restrictions: • In R&TTE countries, such as France, the 802.11g frequency band is restricted to
Certifications: • FCC (United States)
• RX power consumption: < 165 mA
• Sleep Mode: 2 mA - 15 mA
11 Mbps: -83 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -89 dBm (max)
1 Mbps: -92 dBm (max)
• Channels 1 - 11 (North America)
2454 - 2483.5 MHz (2.4 - 2.4835 GHz) and a max power output of
100 mW EIRP outdoor.
• IC (Canada)
• CE (Europe)
• TELEC (Japan)
The only time the wireless card should be removed is in case of failure or when
upgrading to the 802.11g Wi-Fi card.
NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Interface Card
Optionally, MVP panels can be upgraded with the field-installable 802.11g Wi-Fi card (FG2255-07),
purchased separately as a Wi-Fi Upgrade Kit.
FIG. 9 NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g wireless card
The NXA-WC80211GCF is a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi LAN CF Card which upgrades a Modero panel’s RF
capabilities from 802.11b to 802.11g. This card provides enhanced range and throughput, wireless
encryption and data security (WPA and WPA2 and WEP) in Compact Flash Type I form factor.
The NXA-WC80211GCF incorporates DSSS and OFDM radio technology and operates at ISM
frequency bands of 2.4 GHz, while providing data transfer speeds of up to 54Mbps.
Other features include:
Support for IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g
Supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) at 128-bit.
PIFA antenna
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Supports authentication methods such as: EAP-FAST, EAP-LEAP, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS,
and EAP-TTLS
Supports Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64-bit and 128-bit data encryption (known to the
on-board firmware as Static WEP)
The NXA-WC80211GCF is backwards compatible with 802.11b networks.
To fully utilize wireless security features, this card must be used in tandem with the
latest Modero firmware upgrade available at www.amx.com.
This upgrade kit requires that pre-existing panels first be removed from their current location (surface,
wall or docking station) before an installer can access the internal circuit boards and upgrade a preexisting 802.11b wireless CF card.
MVP panels require the use of a cardboard cutout (Mounting Template) to properly position the metal
antenna plate onto the inner surface of the unit’s rear plastic housing.
Specifications
NXA-WC80211GCF Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): • 0.22" x 1.68" x 2.40" (5.6 mm x 42.80 mm x 61.0 mm)
Weight: • 19.50 grams (0.043 lbs)
Description: • Wireless LAN Compact Flash Card with external PIFA antenna.
• Features enterprise-class security such as WPA and WPA2 security.
•
Antenna Type: • External PIFA antenna (factory-installed)
Bus Interface: • Compact Flash Type I
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, IC, TELEC, and Wi-Fi
Media Access Control
Techniques:
Network Architecture: • Infrastructure mode (Client-to-Access Point)
Operating Channels: • Using 802.11b & g communication:
• Using 802.11b DSSS communication:
DBPSK @ 1 Mbps
DQPSK @ 2 Mbps
CCK @ 5.5 Mbps
• Using 802.11g OFDM communication:
BPSK @ 6 and 9 Mbps
QPSK @ 12 and 18 Mbps
16-QAM @ 24 and 36 Mbps
64-QAM @ 48 and 54 Mbps
- 04: (Ch 10 - 13) - France
- 11: (Ch 1 - 11) - North America
- 13: (Ch 1 - 13) - Europe ETSI
- 13: (Ch 1 - 13) - Japan (802.11g)
- 14: (Ch 1 - 14) - Japan (802.11b)
Note: To alter the card’s default country code (North America), contact an AMX
Technical Support representative for detailed procedures and information.
NXA-WC80211GCF Specifications (Cont.)
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Operating Environment: • Temperature: 0°C ~ 45°C (32°F to 113°F) (operating) and
Operating Voltage: • 3.3V + 5% I/O supply voltage
Power Consumption: • @ 802.11b communication:
Radio Data Rate: • 802.11g compliant: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 (DSSS/CCK); 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54
Radio Technology: • Using 802.11b communication: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)/CCK
Receiver Sensitivity: • Using 802.11b communication @ FER<8%:
RF Frequency Ranges: • Using 802.11b & g communication:
Standard Conformance: • IEEE 802.11b
Transmit Output Power: • 802.11b communication: 12 +-1 dBm (1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps)
Wireless LAN Security: • EAP-FAST
-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) (storage)
• Humidity: (non-condensing) 5% ~ 90% RH (operating) and
(non-condensing) 5% ~ 95% RH (storage)
- RX: 270 mA
- TX: 435 mA
- Standby: 240 mA
• @ 802.11g communication:
- RX: 270 mA
- TX: 460 mA
- Standby: 240 mA
(OFDM) Mbps data rates
(Complementary Code Keying)
• Using 802.11g communication: DSSS/CCK, OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency
Division Multiplexing
1 Mbps: -94 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -93 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -92 dBm (max)
11 Mbps: -90 dBm (max)
• Using 802.11g communication @ PER <10%:
6 Mbps: -87 dBm (max)
9 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
12 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
18 Mbps: -84 dBm (max)
24 Mbps: -82 dBm (max)
36 Mbps: -78 dBm (max)
48 Mbps: -74 dBm (max)
54 Mbps: -72 dBm (max)
Europe ETSI: 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz
France: 2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz
Japan (802.11b): 2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz
Japan (802.11g): 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz
North America: 2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz
• IEEE 802.11g
• IEEE 802.11e
• IEEE 802.11i
• Wi-Fi (WPA and WPA2)
• 802.11g communication: 12 +-1 dBm (6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps)
• EAP-LEAP
• EAP-PEAP
• EAP-TLS
• EAP-TTLS
• WEP 64 & 128
•WPA-PSK
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Touch Panel
Compatibility:
Included Accessories: • Double-sided adhesive tape
• MVP-7500 (FG5965-01)
• MVP-8400 (FG5965-02)
•NXD-CV10 (FG2259-02)
• NXT-CV10 (FG2259-01/03)
•NXD-CV7 (FG2258-02)
• NXT-CV7 (FG2258-01)
• Mounting Template cutout (62-2255-04)
• NXA-WC80211GCF Quick Start Guide
• Two Alcohol cleaning pads
• Wireless CF card with wireless antenna
Installing the 802.11g Card and Antenna
Upgrading the cards on an MVP involves opening the panel enclosure, removing the existing card,
replacing it with the upgrade, and then closing the panel enclosure, as described below.
Firmware Requirements
The NXA-WC80211GCF requires panel firmware version 5965-02. This firmware supports backwards
compatibility with 802.11b cards, and security protocols for the NXA-WC80211GCF.
Before installing the NXA-WC80211GCF, upload the latest panel-specific kit file to your MVP.
Access the MVP’s Internal Components
Refer to the Accessing the MVP’s Internal Components section on page 7 for details.
Removing the Installed Card
Refer to the Removing the Installed Card section on page 8 for details.
Preparing the MVP’s Rear Housing
1. Flip over the MVP’s rear housing so that the internal support structures are visible, and lay it
directly in front of the circuit board such that the battery compartment is furthest away from you.
This placement provides contact of both top rims (
FIG. 10).
2. Use an alcohol pad (included) to clean both the rear housing’s inner surface (bottom right corner)
and the underside of the terminal antenna’s metal plate (
FIG. 9). These surfaces must be properly
cleaned to provide good adhesion for the later installation of the antenna.
3. Place the included Mounting Template along the bottom right corner of the rear housing (FIG. 10).
Use the housing’s inner supports to position the template properly.
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Mounting Template
clean
this
area
Wireless Card Slot
FIG. 10 Installing the Mounting Template
Inner supports
Installing the NXA-WC80211GCF
1. Grip the sides of the NXA-WC80211GCF and insert it into the slot opening at a downward angle
until the contact pins are securely attached to the pin sockets.
2. Carefully peel off one side of the included double-sided tape and adhere the adhesive side to the
surface of the antenna’s metal plate.
3. Align the double-sided tape to the surface of the terminal antenna’s metal plate, in order to later
secure the antenna within the pre-defined installation area outlined by the included Mounting
Template.
4. Locate the T-shaped opening on the left of the cutout and make sure the antenna wire is located
along the left side of the cutout (FIG. 4).
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FIG. 11 Adhering the antenna plate to the MVP outer housing
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5. Grip the antenna by its sides and carefully peel-off the remaining protective film on the double-
sided tape.
6. Align the antenna into the long vertical groove in the cutout and firmly adhere it to the inner surface
of the housing. Make sure the wire is threaded along the left side of the cutout, this helps in the
removal of the cutout.
7. With the antenna now securely attached to the MVP’s inner housing, remove the cutout by carefully
pulling up on the cutout and threading the antenna wire through the
T-shaped opening.
Closing and Securing the MVP Enclosure
Once the card has been installed, close and re-secure the outer housing:
1. Reinstall the dark grey trim along the top rim of the board (A in FIG. 12).
2. While angling the top rim of the MVP’s rear outer housing (B in FIG. 12) down toward the IR
Emitters, insert the four outer housing latches into their corresponding attachment locations along
the top rim of the MVP panel (two on either side of the IR Emitters).
Outer housing latches (4)
B
A
4 Outer housing latch
attachment locations
FIG. 12 Outer housing latch attachment locations
3. While firmly holding the top rims together, gently press down on the bottom ridge of the outer
housing (at the latch locations) and verify that each housing latch fits within its corresponding
attachment location on the board. When done, complete the insertion of the remaining housing
latches.
4. Verify that the notches along the bottom of the plastic battery slot separator strip also fit into the
three provided alignment holes on the circuit board.
5. Firmly press down around the entire rim of the outer housing to snap the cover back into place.
Be careful not to pinch the antenna wire in the housing.
6. Use a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to insert and resecure the two housing screws removed in
Step 1.
7. Insert any available batteries back into the battery compartment.
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8. Grab the battery cover and align it over the edges of the battery compartment. Apply downward
pressure to the traction grooves on the Battery Compartment cover and slide it back towards the
metal plate to reinstall the cover.
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Configuring Communications
Communication between the MVP and the Master consists of using either Wireless Ethernet (DHCP,
Static IP) or USB. References to Ethernet in this manual focus on the use of Wireless Ethernet via the
MVP’s WiFi Card.
Configuring Communications
Before commencing, verify you are using the latest NetLinx Master and
Modero panel-specific firmware. Verify you are using the latest versions of AMX’s
NetLinx Studio and TPDesign4 programs.
USB input devices must be plugged into the USB connectors on the docking stations
before the units are powered-up.
Modero Setup and System Settings
AMX Modero panels feature on-board Setup pages. Use the options in the Setup pages to access panel
information and make various configuration changes.
Accessing the Setup and Protected Setup Pages
1. Press down and hold both the bottom, left pushbutton and down on the directional pad
simultaneously for 3-5 seconds. This opens the Setup page.
Setup Page Access buttons:
Press and hold simultaneously for
3-5 seconds to access the Setup pages
Press and hold for 6 seconds
to access the Calibration page.
FIG. 13 Setup Page Access buttons
2. Press the Protected Setup button. This invokes a keypad for entry of the password to allow access to
the Protected Setup page. Enter 1988 (the default password), and press Done to proceed.
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Configuring Communications
Setting the Panel’s Device Number
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Device Number field to open the Device Number keypad (FIG. 14).
FIG. 14 Protected Setup page
Enter a unique Device Number assignment for the panel, and press Done to return to the Protected
Setup page. The Device Number range is 1 - 32000, the default is 10001.
2. Press Reboot to reboot the panel, and apply the new Device Number.
Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview
Hot Swapping
Hot swapping is not an issue on these panels as the card is installed within the unit and cannot be
removed without first removing the housing.
In the case of DHCP, there must be a DHCP server accessible before the fields are populated.
If the SSID (Network Name) and WEP fields have not previously been configured, the
Wireless Settings page will not work until the panel is rebooted.
Before selecting Ethernet as the Master Connection Type you must setup the parameters of the wireless
card. The Wireless Access Point communication parameters must match those of the pre-installed
wireless CF card inside the MVP.
The MVP touch panels allow users to connect to a wireless network through their use of the
pre-installed AMX 802.11g wireless interface card to communicate with a Wireless Access Point (WAP)
such as the NXA-WAP200G). The WAP communication parameters must match those of the
pre-installed wireless interface card installed within the panel. This internal card transmits data
wirelessly using the 802.11x signals at 2.4 GHz. For a more detailed explanation of the new security and
encryption technology, refer to the section of the document entitled:
Appendix B - Wireless
Te ch no l og y section on page 169.
For more information on utilizing the AMX Certificate Upload Utility in conjunction with the EAP
security, refer to the section of the document entitled:
Appendix B - Wireless Technology section on
page 169.
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