RTI XP-6s Reference Manual

XP-6s

Advanced Control Processor

Reference Guide

XP-6s Advanced Control Processor

The XP-6s is the powerful centerpiece of any professionally installed control system, designed to automate and
enhance the operation of A/V, security, lighting, HVAC, and countless other devices in a commercial or residential
environment. The XP-6s is packed with features to facilitate integration of third-party devices into one seamless
and cohesive system, with a variety of communication options such as RS-232, relay, IP, and routable IR control.

The XP-6s provides superior quality and reliability as well as these features:

• Powerful 32bit, 1GHz CPU.

• 512MB of RAM memory.

• 512MB of nonvolatile Flash memory.

• Six multi-purpose I/O ports.

• Three programmable 12VDC trigger outputs.

• Three assignable voltage sense inputs.

• Three programmable relay outputs.

• Three RS-232 ports for bi-directional communication.

• Built-in astronomical clock for time-based events and sleep timers.

• Multi-purpose I/O ports are compatible with industry standard IR emitters, blasters, and repeater systems.

• Input for connection of multiple RF receiver modules.

• Variable IR output on all ports.

• Multi-purpose I/O ports support all optional RTI power sensing and communications modules.

• Programmed using the Integration Designer® Software.

• Non-volatile Flash memory stores your system conguration even when power is not present.

• Fast USB 2.0 and Ethernet programming.

• Field upgradable rmware.

Installation & Operation

PROGRAMMING THE XP-6s

The XP-6s must be programmed to operate. All programming is done using RTI’s Integration Designer® software and is downloaded using the USB
Programming Port located on front of XP-6s or via Ethernet.

UPDATING FIRMWARE

It is highly recommended that this and all RTI products have the latest rmware installed. The rmware can be found in the Dealer section of the RTI
website (www.rticorp.com). Install the rmware using the USB Programming Port located on the front of XP-6s.

MPIO PORTS - Control via Infrared, Sensing and RS-232 (One-way)

RS-232 (2)

RS-232 (3)

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

1 2 3

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

TRIGGERS

SENSE

3-24VDC 12V,100mA MAX 3A@30VDC MAX

4

6

5

1

2

2

1

3

3

GND

GND

RS-232 (1)

RELAYS

POWER / IR

1 2

3

A

A

A

B

GND

INPUT

B

B

+12VDC

HIGH OUT

RTI COM

Voltage From
Power Supply

CM-232 Communication Module

(RS-232 One-way)

POWER

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

ETHERNET

IR Connecting Block

Each IR output can drive up to
four emitters directly. More than

four emitters require an amplied

connecting block.

Direct to IR Port

Single or Dual

IR Emitters

IR Emitter

Equipment with switched outlet
or voltage trigger output

INFRARED EMITTERS

The multi-purpose I/O ports on the XP-6s are compatible with industry
standard infrared emitters and infrared repeating systems. Each output port is
capable of driving up to four infrared emitters directly. The use of more than

four infrared emitters requires the addition of an amplied connecting block. A

connecting block can be wired up to 1000 feet away from the XP-6s using #22
AWG (minimum) wire.

INFRARED OUTPUT GAIN ADJUSTMENT

The IR output gain can be separately adjusted for each of the six output
ports. The XP-6s is shipped with the IR gain set to the optimum level for
most equipment, and it should only need to be adjusted if the attached
equipment is not responding reliably. If adjustment is needed, rotate the IR
output controls on the front of the XP-6s clockwise for higher output power, or
counter-clockwise for lower output power.

NOTE: The IR output feedback LEDs located on the front of the XP-6s will
illuminate when any IR code is delivered out of a port.

VPS-1 SENSOR MODULE

The multi-purpose I/O ports on the XP-6s are compatible with RTI power
sensing modules (e.g. VPS-1). Follow the guide included with the modules
for installation instructions, and follow the instructions in the Integration

Designer® software for programming details.

RS-232 COMMUNICATION MODULES (CM-232)

The multi-purpose I/O ports on the XP-6s are compatible with RTI RS-232
communication modules (e.g. CM-232). Follow the guide included with
the modules for installation instructions, and follow the instructions in the

Integration Designer® software for programming details.

RS-232 PORTS

Lighting

The XP-6s is capable of two-way control using RS-232 communication via three RJ-45
output ports using standard Cat-5 cable with RJ-45 termination (568B). The XP-6s
ships with three RJ-45 (female) to DB-9 (male) adapters.

HVAC

Adapter

Security

IMPORTANT NOTE: RS-232 communication cabling should be limited to 50 feet (16m)
depending on baud rate.

DB-9 - RJ45 ADAPTOR PINOUT

RJ-45 (XP-6s RS-232 Output)

Pin Signal Signal
Name Description

1 DSR Data Set Ready
2 DCD Carrier Detect
3 DTR Data Terminal Ready
4 GND Signal Ground/Common
5 RXD Receive Data
6 TXD Transmit Data
7 CTS Clear To Send
8 RTS Request To Send

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

1 2 3

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

Cat-5

RS-232 (2)

RS-232 (3)

TRIGGERS

SENSE

3-24VDC 12V,100mA MAX 3A@30VDC MAX

4

6

5

1

2

2

1

3

3

GND

GND

RS-232 (1)

RELAYS

POWER / IR

1 2

3

A

A

A

B

GND

INPUT

B

B

+12VDC

HIGH OUT

RTI COM

ETHERNET

POWER

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

SENSE INPUTS / RELAY-TRIGGER OUTPUTS

Sense inputs and relay-trigger modes are congured within Integration
Designer®.

RS-232 (2)

ETHERNET

RS-232 (3)

POWER

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

1 2 3

Access

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

3

A

POWER / IR

B

-

+12VDC

GND

INPUT

HIGH OUT

Shades

RS-232 (1)

RTI COM

TRIGGERS

SENSE

6

5

3-24VDC 12V,100mA MAX 3A@30VDC MAX

2

1

4

+

RELAYS

1

2

3

3

1 2

GND

GND

A

A

B

B

-

+

+

-

Sensor

Screen Lift

DB-9

Pin Signal Signal
Name Description

1 DCD Carrier Detect
2 RXD Receive Data
3 TXD Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Signal Ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request To Send
8 CTS Clear To Send
9 NC Not Connected

SENSE INPUT

Upon sensing contact closure events can be automatically triggered such
as a macro or command.

Connect conductors from the source device to a sense input (1-3)

and the ground (GND) terminal.

TRIGGER OUTPUTS

The voltage triggers output 12VDC @100mA.

Connect the positive lead to a trigger output (1-3) and the negative

lead to the ground (GND) terminal.

RELAYS

Relays cause a dry contact closure. All relays are Normally Open when
not energized, and may be programmed to behave Normally Closed (as
long as power is applied to the XP-6s).

Connect the A and B contact terminals of a relay to the device.