ICP DAS IR-712-MTCP User Manual

IR-712-MTCP Universal IR Learning Remote Module (Ver. 1.8, Dec/11/2020)

User Manual

v1.8

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IR-712-MTCP

Universal IR Learning Remote Module

IR-712-MTCP Universal IR Learning Remote Module (Ver. 1.8, Dec/11/2020) 1

Warranty

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Document Revision

Version

Date

Description of changes

1.0

2015-1-7

First Release Revision

1.1

2015-4-30

Do not support Windows XP

1.2

2015-7-15

Modify GapTime range & IdleTOut unit

1.3

2016-8-23

Add Copy IR cmds & IR waveform function.

1.4

2017-3-7

Add firmware update instructions for the module of the new RevB
version in the Appendix. Modify default Gaptime value.

1.5

2019-2-14

Modify Fig.4-1, Table 5-2, Table 5-3, Table 5-4.

1.6

2019-10-31

Add chapter 6 – ASCII String Command

1.7

2020-5-20

Modify the links in ch3 & appendix A. Modify the ASCII cmds in ch6.

1.8

2020-12-11

Modification in the Contents and section 2.6.

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Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 3

1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

2. Hardware ....................................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 5

2.2 Appearance ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3 Pin assignments ............................................................................................................................................ 7

2.4 Wire connection ........................................................................................................................................... 8

2.4.1 IR Output Jack ........................................................................................ 8

2.4.2 Power connection ................................................................................... 8

2.5 Watchdog setting .......................................................................................................................................... 9

2.6 Silde Switch for Firmware Update/Default Communication .................................................. 10

2.6.1 Update firmware / Default Communication ............................................................... 10

2.6.2 Firmware operation mode ............................................................................................. 11

2.7 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................................ 12

3. Software ...................................................................................................................................... 13

3.1 Configuration tool– IR Utility ............................................................................................................... 13

3.2 IR-712-MTCP Utility ................................................................................................................................. 14

3.2.1 Main Window of the IR-712-MTCP Utility .................................................................. 15

3.2.2 Menu .................................................................................................................................... 16

3.2.3 Communication Interface (Connect/Disconnect) ..................................................... 20

3.2.4 Set Device & IR Command Quantity ............................................................................. 20

3.2.5 Test and Save IR Learned Commands .......................................................................... 22

3.2.6 Test the IR commands in IR-712-MTCP ...................................................................... 24

3.2.7 Copy IR Commands from File ........................................................................................ 25

3.2.8 Display Waveforms of IR Commands ........................................................................... 27

4. Example of Learning IR commands ................................................................................... 28

4.1 Connect to the IR-712-MTCP ................................................................................................................ 28

4.2 Configure the quantity of the IR commands .................................................................................. 29

4.3 Learning and Testing IR commands .................................................................................................. 30

4.4 Saving the Learned IR Commands to a File .................................................................................... 31

4.5 Download the IR Learning Commands ............................................................................................ 31

4.6 Test the IR commands saved in the IR-712-MTCP ...................................................................... 31

4.7 Load the IR Learning Commands from the File ............................................................................ 32

4.8 Load IR Learning Commands from the Module ............................................................................ 32

5. Modbus Registers Addresses ............................................................................................... 33

6. ASCII String Command ........................................................................................................... 35

7. Technical support .................................................................................................................... 37

Appendix A: Update Firmware .................................................................................................... 38

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1. Introduction

IR-712-MTCP is a universal IR learning remote module which can learn IR remote
commands of diverse electronic appliances. The IR learning commands can be stored in
the module or saved to a file. IR-712-MTCP supplies 2 IR output channels for individual or
simultaneous control on multiple appliances. The Ethernet interface with Modbus/TCP
and Modbus/UDP protocol provides more flexible expansion and control on the module.
Besides, the software utility provides users with easy configuration, IR learning, test and
storage of IR commands on the IR-712-MTCP. As a replacement of IR remote controls and
a module that can be easily integrated with Modbus client devices (e.g. PAC, PLC, PC… etc.),

IR-712-MTCP is well-suited for smart home and building automation.

Figure 1-1 The basic application architecture of the IR-712-MTCP.

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1.1 Features

[IR-712-MTCP]

• 2 IR output channels for controlling multiple devices.

• 1 IR learning input.

• Supports 6 IR carrier frequencies: 33、36、37、38、40 and 56 kHz.

• Can store 512 IR commands.

• Supports Ethernet interface.

• Supports Modbus/TCP and Modbus/UDP protocol (FC6 and FC16).

• Supports connections of 5 Modbus/TCP clients

• Assignable Modbus Network IDs: 1 ~ 247

• Provides transmitting / learning and power indication LEDs.

• Built-in Watchdog.

• RoHS Compliance.

[Utility]

• Configuration of IR command quantity.

• IR commands learning and testing.

• Save IR learning commands to files.

• Get / Set IR learning commands from / to IR-712-MTCP.

• Reference to Modbus commands.

• Set / Reset basic settings of IR-712-MTCP.

• Supports Windows Vista/7/8/10 with .NET framework 4.5 platform.

[Applications]

• Home Entertainment Devices

• Video Conferencing System

• Surveillance System

• e-Classroom service

• Lighting Scenario Control

• Home and Building Automation

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2. Hardware

2.1 Specifications

IR Interface

IR Output Channels

2 channels with 3.5 mm audio jack

IR Learning Input

1 channel. Supports 6 IR carrier frequencies: 33, 36, 37, 38, 40, 56 kHz.

Serial Communication Interface

Ethernet

10/100 Base-TX, 8-Pin RJ-45 x1 (Auto-negotiating, Auto-MDI/MDIX, LED indicator)

Protocol

Modbus/TCP and Modbus/UDP (server)

LED Indicator

LED

2 LEDs: TR/LN (IR Transmitting/Learning) and PWR (Power)

Power

Connector

4-pin (F.G., N/A, +Vs, and GND) screw terminal connecter

Power supply

+10 ~ +30 VDC

Power Consumption

Stand By

1.7 W

Using 1 IR Output

3.4 W

Using 2 IR Outputs

5.8 W (Max.)

Mechanical

Installation

DIN-Rail Mounting

Dimensions

52 mm x 27 mm x 85 mm (W x L x H)

Dip Switch

OP (Normal operation) and FW / Init (Firmware update / Default Communication)

Environmental

Operating Temperature

-25 ℃ ~ +75 ℃

Storage Temperature

-30 ℃ ~ +80 ℃

Humidity

10 ~ 90% RH, non-condensing

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2.2 Appearance

Figure 2-1 The appearance of the IR-712-MTCP

Right

Front

(New RevB Version)

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2.3 Pin assignments

● The IR Output Jack

Figure 2-2 IR output 3.5 mm audio jack

● The terminal at the bottom

Table 2-2 IR-712-MTCP terminal pin assignments

Interface

Pin

Ethernet

E1

Power

GND

+Vs

Frame Ground

F.G.

IR Interface of the IR-712-MTCP

IR Input

IR Input

IR Output

(3.5 mm audio jack)

IR Output 1

IR Output 2

Figure 2-3 Communication terminal

Table 2-1 IR interface

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2.4 Wire connection

The IR-712-MTCP provides one Ethernet communication port. Two IR outputs jacks on
the front panel are for 3.5 mm audio jack plugs.

2.4.1 IR Output Jack

There are two IR output channels with 3.5 mm audio jacks at the upper side of the IR-712­MTCP. The IR-712-MTCP supports TRS and TS connection jack plugs. The figure 2-4
shows the relation of IR output and TRS connector. The figure 2-5 shows the relation of IR
output and TS connector.

Figure 2-4 TRS connection Figure 2-5 TS connection

2.4.2 Power connection

The IR-712-MTCP supports +10~+30 VDC. The power connection is shown in the figure
2-6.

Figure 2-6 Power connection

+10 ~ 30 VDC

GND

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2.5 Watchdog setting

The watchdog is the system inside timer to reset system due to some fault conditions
causing system halted.. The watchdog of the IR-712-MTCP can be enabled or disabled by
JP2. It is necessary to open the case of the IR-712-MTCP to set the JP2. The setting of JP2 is
shown in the figure 2-7. The default of the watchdog is enabled.

Enable (default) Disable

Figure 2-7 JP2 setting for Watchdog timer

JP2

JP2

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2.6 Slide Switch for Firmware Update/Default Communication

There is a slide switch at the right side of the IR-712-MTCP case for the firmware update /
default communication mode.

◼ Caution:

(1) Firmware update filename of the new IR-712-MTCP (with “RevB” labeled on the front

case) : “ir712mtcp_RevB_v###.dat”

(2) Firmware update filename of the old IR-712-MTCP : “ir712mtcp_v###.dat”
(3) It should use the special firmware files to update the new RevB/old IR-712-MTCP, or

the wrong file will damage the hardware.

2.6.1 Update firmware / Default Communication

Please put the slide switch to the FW/Init position as depicted in the Figure 2-8. Power
cycle the IR-712-MTCP to enable the FW/Init mode. The TR/LN and PWR LEDs will both
blink 6 seconds long (can start update firmware) and then go to the state with TR/LN LED
off and PWR LED on. The module is in the default communication settings (basic settings)
now for the condition of forgetting the communication srttings in the firmware operation
mode. The module can be updated firmware at this state, too.

(a) Please refer to the Appendix A for the procedure of firmware update.

Note: The basic settings and the stored IR commands will not be changed after the

firmware update.

RevB new version

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Figure 2-8 Slide switch for FW/Init mode

(b) The default basic settings

Table 2-2 Default basic settings of the IR-712-MTCP

Default Communication Settings

Address Type

Static IP

IP Address

192.168.255.1

Subnet Mask

255.255.0.0

Gateway

192.168.0.1

Modbus ID

1

Idle Timeout

0 ms (disable)

Default IR Learning Parameter

GapTime

80 ms

2.6.2 Firmware operation mode

Push the slide switch to the “OP” position in the figure 2-9 for the firmware operation
mode. And power cycle the IR-712-MTCP. In this mode, users can use the custom basic
settings for normal operation.

Figure 2-9 DIP switch (OP mode)