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Escient MP-100 User Manual

Installation
and User’s
Guide
Manual No. M22002-01A1
Revision 1.1 January, 2003
Copyright ©2003
Escient
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
About This Manual .................................................................................................................... 7
Record Your Serial Number....................................................................................................... 7
Copyright .................................................................................................................................. 7
Warranty Information................................................................................................................. 8
Trademarks & Service Marks ...................................................................................................11
Escient Privacy Policy ............................................................................................................. 12
Cautions & Warnings............................................................................................................... 13
Important Safety Instructions................................................................................................... 14
Manual Disclaimers ................................................................................................................. 16
Limits ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Terms and Denitions.............................................................................................................. 17
Contact Information ................................................................................................................ 19
Chapter 2-Setting Up FireBall-MP----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Unpack The Equipment........................................................................................................... 21
Unpack The Equipment (continued)........................................................................................ 22
What Else Is Needed............................................................................................................... 23
FireBall-MP Back Panel Reviewed.......................................................................................... 24
Connecting FireBall-MP to a Composite TV or Monitor........................................................... 25
About Connecting Audio ......................................................................................................... 28
Connecting to Ethernet Networks............................................................................................ 29
Connecting to Third Party Control Systems ............................................................................ 30
Connecting an Escient Touch Screen ..................................................................................... 31
Connecting the Power Cord .................................................................................................... 32
FireBall-MP Power States: On, Standby, Off........................................................................... 33
Chapter 3 - Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
Front Panel Basics .................................................................................................................. 35
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Using the Remote Control ....................................................................................................... 36
Text Entry Via the FireBall-MP Remote Control ...................................................................... 41
What Is The Setup Process?................................................................................................... 44
Using the Remote, Keyboard, or Touch Screen...................................................................... 45
Overview Of User Interface ..................................................................................................... 46
Chapter 4 - Playing Music ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------51
Accessing Music Mode............................................................................................................ 52
Music Player Screen Overview ............................................................................................... 53
Navigating the Music Player Screen ....................................................................................... 54
Selecting and Listening to a Music Title .................................................................................. 55
Viewing Music by Artist, Title, Cover or Song.......................................................................... 55
One Key Access to Favorite Music.......................................................................................... 56
One Key Access to Random Music......................................................................................... 56
Chapter 5 - Managing Music ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------57
To Further Organize Your Music.............................................................................................. 58
To Create a New Music Playlist............................................................................................... 59
To Edit a Music Playlist............................................................................................................ 60
To Delete a Music Playlist ....................................................................................................... 61
To Change How Music is Played............................................................................................. 62
To Delete Digital Music on FireBall-MP................................................................................... 63
To Edit Tracks.......................................................................................................................... 64
To Edit Disc Information .......................................................................................................... 65
To Access “More...” Music Options.......................................................................................... 66
To Create a New Music Group ................................................................................................ 67
To Edit a Music Group............................................................................................................. 68
To Delete a Music Group......................................................................................................... 69
Chapter 6 - Using iRadio----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 70
Entering iRadio Mode.............................................................................................................. 72
Navigating Among iRadio Stations.......................................................................................... 73
Playing an iRadio Station ........................................................................................................ 73
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Changing iRadio Options ........................................................................................................ 74
To Create a New iRadio Group ............................................................................................... 75
To Edit an iRadio Group .......................................................................................................... 76
To Delete an iRadio Group...................................................................................................... 77
To Create a New iRadio Station .............................................................................................. 78
To Edit an iRadio Station......................................................................................................... 79
To Delete an iRadio Station..................................................................................................... 80
Supported iRadio Bitrates ....................................................................................................... 81
Chapter 7 - Customizing FireBall-MP------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 84
Two Ways to Customize FireBall-MP ...................................................................................... 85
To Change Network Settings................................................................................................... 86
To Change Preferences........................................................................................................... 87
To Change Video Settings....................................................................................................... 88
To Change Com Port Settings................................................................................................. 89
To Change Security Settings................................................................................................... 90
To Access FireBall-MP Utilities................................................................................................ 92
Chapter 8 - Touch Screen Overview -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 93
Escient ETP Touch Screen Interaction.................................................................................... 94
Elan VIA! Touch Panel Conguration .................................................................................... 100
Appendix A - Cable Pin-Out Congurations--------------------------------------------------------------------- 101
Pin Congurations for RS-232 Cables to Control Systems ................................................... 102
Appendix B - FireBall-MP Technical Specs --------------------------------------------------------------------- 103
Video Specications .............................................................................................................. 104
Physical Specications.......................................................................................................... 104
Audio Specications .............................................................................................................. 105
Power Usage and Power Supply........................................................................................... 106
3rd Party Certications .......................................................................................................... 106
FCC Part 15, Subpart B ........................................................................................................ 107
Appendix C - Minor Troubleshooting------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 108
Minor Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................................................... 109
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Appendix D - External Control Protocol ---------------------------------------------------------------------------111
External Control Overview......................................................................................................112
Appendix E - FireBall-MP Internet Connections --------------------------------------------------------------- 130
When Does FireBall-MP Connect To Internet?...................................................................... 131
Appendix F - Enhanced Entertainment Services -------------------------------------------------------------- 132
Enhanced Entertainment Services Using Escient's OpenGlobe Services ............................ 133
Appendix G - Home Networking ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 135
What is Home Networking?................................................................................................... 136
Direct Connection to a FireBall Server .................................................................................. 137
Connecting to an Ethernet Network ...................................................................................... 138
Appendix H - Remote Control -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 139
Installing Batteries Into Remote ............................................................................................ 140
Programming the Remote ..................................................................................................... 140
Programming TV/VCR Combo .............................................................................................. 141
Searching for Your Code ...................................................................................................... 142
Checking the Codes .............................................................................................................. 143
Re-Assigning Device Keys .................................................................................................... 144
Changing Volume Lock ......................................................................................................... 146
Manufacturer’s IR Codes....................................................................................................... 147
FireBall-MP Manual Index ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 151
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Chapter 1 ­Introduction
About This Manual Record Your Serial Number Copyright Warranty Information Trademarks and Service Marks Escient Privacy Policy Cautions and Warnings Important Safety Instructions Manual Disclaimers Limits Terms and Denitions Contact Information
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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
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About This Manual
This combination installation and user’s manual serves as a step-by-step guide to setting up the FireBall-MP system developed and shipped by Escient. Chapter 2 shows you how to set up and connect FireBall-MP to your other equipment, while the rest of the Chapters show you how to use FireBall-MP for your music enjoyment.
Record Your Serial Number
The serial number for this unit is located at the rear of the device. Please record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to it whenever you call upon your Escient dealer regarding this product.
FireBall-MP Serial No. __________________
Copyright
This manual is the copyrighted property of Escient. Any use or reproduction of this manual in any form without the expressed written permission of Escient is a violation of copyright laws. ©2000 - 2003 Escient.
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Warranty Information
Terms of Coverage - Each Escient branded music management system sold comes with a standard one (1) year
warranty. This warranty provides no-charge coverage under normal product usage, for a period of one year from the date of registration and/or purchase (whichever is earlier). This warranty program provides the following key features and benets:
• Twelve (12) months service, parts and labor.
• Five (5) day turn around time on all standard in-warranty repairs. No charges to the customer other than
in-bound shipping charges which are determined by the shipping method. All return shipments will be via Standard Ground Transportation (approximately 5 business days).
• Twelve (12) months of regular hour telephone support (9AM to 7PM EST), Monday through Friday.
• 24-hour email response from the Escient Support Website.
• Free software upgrades for a period of twelve (12) months. 24-hour on-line software maintenance updates
provided via a broadband or dial-up telephone connection.
• Access to 24-hour music database (CDDB) and entertainment services providing access to over a million CD titles and associated information.
What is Covered - The goal of this warranty is to cover operational problems that might arise with your product during normal use. This includes failure to start, improper operation, or intermittent failures. As part of the warranty, Escient will pay for all labor and materials used in the repair of the system. Escient reserves the right to use new or
factory refurbished parts in the repair of these in-warranty systems.
Escient will also pay for the return shipment of the repaired system via standard ground transportation.
At Escient’s discretion, the Company will repair or replace any system sent in for repair. Upon repair, the product will be new or like-new in condition and will meet all necessary regulatory requirements.
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What is Not Covered - Escient products are sold through Escient approved dealers. A number of items must remain intact in order for Escient to verify and validate this warranty. Additionally, there are several conditions which violate Escient’s warranty program. These include:
• The product was not purchased through an approved Escient Dealer.
• Any product, on which the serial numbers has been defaced, modied or removed physically or electronically
will not be covered by an Escient warranty.
• Escient will not cover under warranty damage to the product as a result of accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, re, water, lightning, or other acts of God or nature, improper storage, unauthorized modication, or failure to follow instructions.
• Any type of unauthorized repair or modications made to the system resulting in damage to the product will not be covered under this warranty.
• Damage caused to the product as a result of improper shipping or installation.
• Any problems related to the use of the product which is not a direct problem with the product.
• Damage caused to the product as a result of improper installation to third party peripherals or products, or
incorrect connection to peripheral or products.
Additionally, Escient does not cover the following items under the terms or its warranty programs:
• Installation or removal charges.
• Cost of initial technical adjustments (setup costs).
• Battery replacement.
Escient’s sole liability for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our discretion. Escient shall not be liable for damages to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time or data, commercial loss or any other damages, whether real, incidental or consequential.
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How to Return a Product - Contact your dealer or Escient’s Customer Support group at 800-372-4368. Please have the following information ready for your dealer or Escient’s Customer Support technician.
• Product Serial Number
• Model Number
• Date of Registration or Purchase
• Place of Purchase
Upon reviewing the request for repair under warranty provisions, Escient’s Technical Support group will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. This number is to be attached to the outside of the shipping carton. Additional instructions will be provided by technical support.
Please be sure to use original packing carton and internal packing materials to assure proper shipment of the system. Insurance costs are the responsibility of the customer. Most shippers only provide standard coverage for $100 in cost so please protect yourself by providing additional insurance for the returned product.
Out of Warranty Repair - Escient provides out of warranty repair service on a cost plus labor basis. Minimum charges will apply. Technical support will provide information on this service at the time of the call.
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Trademarks & Service Marks
Escient and the Escient logo are registered trademarks of Escient.
FireBall-MP and Physital are trademarks of Escient®.
Other product names mentioned herein are used for identication purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
CD-related data from Gracenote CDDB®, copyright ©1999 - 2003 Gracenote. CDDB is a registered trademark of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and the Gracenote CDDB logo are trademarks of Gracenote. Music Recognition Service and MRS are service marks of Gracenote.
Enhanced entertainment services are provided under the OpenGlobe™ name, by Escient. These services provide the ability to explore new music, learn about artists and their inuences, purchase new music, movies, and more.
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Escient Privacy Policy
Escient is committed to providing you with a product that you enjoy and are condent in using, and are committed to providing services in a private and secure environment.
We recognize and respect each individual user’s privacy and have created this Privacy Policy to demonstrate our commitment to your privacy. We want you to be fully informed about the information that we collect, why we collect it, and with whom we share it.
It is our hope that, after reading this notice, you will understand our commitment to privacy and be condent that we will use your information responsibly. By using the Escient FireBall-MP, you are accepting the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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The option to read the Escient Privacy Policy appears on the zip code screen of the Quick Start automatic setup procedure.
In addition, you can access the statement at any time by pressing the SETUP key and choosing the option: user information, privacy policy.
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Cautions & Warnings
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualied service personnel.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, do not use a 3 wire to 2 wire adapter plug. A 3 prong outlet is required.
Caution: You are cautioned that any change or modication not expressly approved in
this manual or approved in writing by an authorized representative of Escient could void your warranty and/or your authority to operate this equipment.
Caution: Prolonged use of any video device which produces a static (non-moving, non-changing) or repetitive image on your projector, television or plasma display device can cause “screen burn-in”. You are encouraged to leave the FireBall-MP screen-saver turned on and set to the lowest possible “time-out” duration.
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Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use the attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• WARNING To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
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Manual Disclaimers
At the time of printing, the FireBall-MP screen shot images in this manual matched the FireBall-MP interface screens. However, since FireBall-MP has the capability of downloading software updates and enhancements on a regular basis, the resulting screen updates may no longer match the images in this manual. Check the Escient website for any updates.
Limits
The FireBall-MP system has the following maximum limits:
• Only MP3 tracks are available for streaming to FireBall-MP units.
• Up to 200 tracks can be added to a Playlist
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Terms and Denitions
Following are terms used throughout this manual.
• Button - refers to a graphic item on the display screen.
• Group – a collection of similar music titles. Standard groups are provided (such
as groups based on genre) and custom groups can be created. For example, within the Music Guide, groups contain a collection of CD’s, recorded CD’s, or custom Playlists organized automatically by genre or manually by the user.
• Highlight – highlighting is used to indicate the user’s selection on screen. When the selection moves up, down, left, or right, the highlight moves to the next nearest item. No action is taken except that more information may be displayed on the screen, until the Select key is pressed.
• Info text area – the portion of the guide screen used to display information about the highlighted title.
• Key - refers to one of the buttons on your remote or keyboard.
• MP3 - a compressed digital audio format. MP3 les are smaller than the original CD
tracks and sound almost identical.
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• Playlist – a custom Music title made up of tracks from one or more titles – in effect,
a custom CD.
• Selected – the result of pressing the PLAY or SELECT key to activate the
highlighted title, track, or program.
• Source – any one of the primary modes of operation –iRadio or Music.
• Title – a collection of music tracks.
• Track – single song from a CD, collection of MP3s, or a Playlist. Tracks are
typically organized into Titles.
• WAV– an uncompressed audio le format. WAV les are temporarily created before
they are compressed into MP3 les. If you choose the uncompressed bit rate for your music recording preferences, uncompressed tracks are stored in the WAV format.
NOTE: FireBall-MP can not stream WAV les from the FireBall-MP server.
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Contact Information
Escient may be contacted by using the following information. Once you have worked with your local Escient dealer, we encourage you to contact us if you are in need of any further assistance.
Escient 6325 Digital Way Indianapolis, Indiana 46278 Phone: 800-372-4368 Press “2” for Sales, or “3” for Support Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 7pm EST Fax: 317-616-6790 www.escient.com E-mail: support@escient.com
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Please visit the Escient website at www.escient.com for the current product updates, technical information, and document updates.
The website is also the most convenient method for accessing information, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
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Chapter 2-Setting Up FireBall-MP
Unpack The Equipment What Else Is Needed Back Panel Reviewed Connecting FireBall-MP to a TV or Monitor Connecting Devices Using the IR Input Connecting to Ethernet Networks Connecting to Third Party Control Systems Connecting to a Multi-Room Controller or Touch Screen Connecting the Power Cord
FireBall-MP Power States: On, Standby, Off
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Unpack The Equipment
u Carefully unpack all of the FireBall-MP equipment from the shipping container.
v Next, compare it to the following list and make sure you have everything
available before you get started.
• FireBall-MP unit packed in plastic bag
• Escient 48 button remote control with 2 AA batteries
• Detachable A/C Power Cord - 6'
• S-Video cable (Y-C) - 5'
• Composite Video cable - 5'
• Dual RCA cable - 5'
• User/Installation Manual
• Open Me First Guide
• Thank You Card
• Ethernet cable - 10'
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Since no two people are likely to have the same exact audio or video conguration, the steps involved in putting the FireBall-MP system together are not specic to any one piece of audio or video equipment. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to customize one or more of the cables that are included with this equipment. Please see Appendix A for a cable pin-out conguration guide.
Depending upon the intricacy of the audio and video equipment and the access to each component, installation should take approximately 2-4 hours.
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Unpack The Equipment (continued)
w You must have a FireBall or FireBall E server (available separately) as FireBall
MP contains no music and streams everything from the FireBall server.
Optional items:
• Escient Touch Screen: Model ETP-1000
• RS-232 Communication Cables (control systems)
• FireBall-MP Rack Mount Kit (available from Middle Atlantic at http:// www.middleatlantic.com or 973-839-1011)
• Optical or Coaxial Digital Audio Cable
• FireBall Wirless Keyboard
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What Else Is Needed
In order for FireBall-MP to function properly, you will need to provide the following items:
u A video source such as a television, monitor, VGA projector or touch screen.
v An A/V receiver or preamp, speakers, and other associated audio equipment.
w A FireBall or FireBall E Digital Music Manager.
NOTE: FireBall-MP does not store it's own digital music. FireBall-MP streams music
from other remote FireBall Digital Music Managers over an Ethernet network.
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FireBall-MP Back Panel Reviewed
Review the back panel of the FireBall-MP unit and the associated cabling.
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Please note that audio and video ports on the back panel of the actual FireBall-MP unit are labeled and color-coded.
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Connecting FireBall-MP to a Composite TV or Monitor
u Use the Composite Video Cable, which can be
identied through its yellow colored connectors.
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall-MP Video Out (Composite) port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the Video In (Composite) port on your
TV or AV Receiver.
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The cables you receive are black. The connectors on the cables are the only portions that are “colored.”
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If connecting FireBall-MP to a TV or AV Receiver, there may be several VIDEO IN ports. Use a VIDEO IN port that is not currently being utilized.
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Connecting FireBall-MP to an S-Video TV or Monitor
u Use the S-Video Cable, which can be identied as a
gold cup connector with tiny pins inside.
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall-MP Video Out (S-Video) port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the S-Video In port on your TV or AV
Receiver.
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Whenever possible, use the S­Video cable to connect FireBall-MP to a TV or AV Receiver. S-Video will provide better image quality than Composite video.
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Connecting FireBall-MP to a VGA Projector, Monitor or Touch Screen.
u Use a VGA cable.
(Not supplied with FireBall-MP.)
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall-MP VGA port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the VGA port on your VGA device.
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If you are connecting to a VGA Projector or Monitor, you will need to supply your own VGA cable (must be less than 25 feet).
The Escient ETP-1000 includes the proper VGA cable.
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About Connecting Audio
FireBall-MP does not contain an amplier nor does it contain speakers, so it will be necessary for you to have your FireBall-MP attached to an A/V receiver, TV, or amplied speakers. Follow your particular manufacturer’s instructions for this hookup procedure.
FireBall-MP is equipped with output ports:
• 1 set of stereo analog audio outputs
• 1 coax digital output
• 1 optical digital output
Connect one of these outputs to your TV, receiver, or powered speakers.
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Connecting to Ethernet Networks
FireBall-MP has an Ethernet jack which is used to connect to the FireBall server and to allow internet access through your Ethernet LAN.
u Use the Ethernet Cable.
(Can be identied by see-through connectors. This
is the larger of the two cables with see-through
connectors, also known as an RJ-45 cable)
v Connect one end of the ethernet cable to the FireBall-MP Ethernet jack.
w Connect the other end of the ethernet cable to an Ethernet network.
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Connecting to Third Party Control Systems
Two RS-232 serial ports are available on FireBall-MP. You must use COM 2 to control FireBall-MP from an external home theater or whole house control system.
FireBall-MP is compatible with AMX and Crestron RS-232 control systems. Additional equipment may be supported. Please check the Escient website for an updated list of compatible control systems.*
The RS-232 cable needed to connect FireBall-MP to any of these models is dependent upon the model’s RS-232 pin conguration, and therefore the cable may have to be custom-made. In most cases this will be a DB-9 Null Modem Cable (refer to Appendix A).
u Find the RS-232 pin conguration for your Control System model in Appendix
A of this manual.
v Contact a Custom Cable Supplier to make a cable for your particular
conguration.
w Connect one end of this cable to the COM 2 port.
x Connect the other end of this cable to the RS-232 communication port on your
Control System.
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* Control and Audio Distribution system models that can integrate with FireBall-MP are updated periodically and may not be reected in this particular manual.
Please consult your Dealer or the Escient website if you wish to use a control system not specied in this manual.
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