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.

SIGNAL IN/HIGH OUT/POWER TERMINALS

8.50
[215,9]

6.00
[152,4]

.07
[1,7]

1.72
[43,7]

1.98
[50,3]

6.39
[162,4]

SENSE

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

1

2

3

4

1

2 3

5

6

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

RS-232 (2)

ETHERNET

RS-232 (3)

POWER

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

1 2 3

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

A

3

B

POWER / IR

GND

+12VDC

RS-232 (1)

INPUT

HIGH OUT

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

Connecting Block

To Audio/Video
Equipment, Lighting
Systems, etc.

RF or IR Receivers

RTI COM, ETHERNET, EXPANSION PORT, POWER SUPPLY

RS-232 (2)

RS-232 (3)

POWER

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

ETHERNET

Cat-5

CB-8 Connecting Block

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

1 2 3

4

ZM-24 Zigbee
Transceiver

6

5

TRIGGERS

SENSE

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

2

1

RELAYS

1

2

3

3

1 2

GND

GND

A

B

LAN

Power
Supply

RS-232 (1)

POWER / IR

3

A

A

B

GND

INPUT

B

+12VDC

HIGH OUT

RTI COM

It’s Under Control

TERMINAL: +12VDC

Positive power supply connection. It is internally tied to the Power jack. This can

be used to power external IR or RF receivers.

TERMINAL: GROUND

Common ground connection. Use this ground reference for any device that is

connected to the +12VDC, SIGNAL IN, or HIGH OUT terminals.

TERMINAL: INPUT

Input connection for system trigger codes. This should be connected to an RTI
RM-433 RF receiver or industry standard IR repeater system. The signal voltage
can be from 3VDC - 12VDC.

TERMINAL: HIGH OUT

High current (200mA) IR output connection. This can be used to power up to

10 infrared mini-emitters, an IR blaster, or extending IR control over a long
distance (1000 ft. max).

ETHERNET

This RJ-45 port allows connection to a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network

Power
Supply

(LAN). Network settings such as the IP address are congurable within

Integration Designer

les to the XP-6s.

RTI COM

This RJ-45 port allows connection to a ZM-24 Zigbee® transceiver module
for two-way communication with compatible RTI handheld controllers.
Refer to the ZM-24 Zigbee transceiver module operation guide for
installation instructions.

EXPANSION PORT

This RJ-45 port provides a convenient connection for receiving IR signals
and two-way RS-485 communication from RTI in-wall controls through a
CB-8 connecting block.

NOTE: In-wall controllers may be connected directly to the XP-6s
Expansion Port, however, they should be powered with a separate power
supply.

POWER SUPPLY

To power the XP-6s, use the supplied 12VDC/1Amp power supply.

®

. Ethernet may also be used to download system

®

TRIGGERS

321 321 321

Model XP-6s

Advanced Control Processor

SENSE

COMM

NET LINK

Rack Ear Rack Ear

IR OUTPUT ADJUST

PORT 1 PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4 PORT 5 PORT 6

IR Adjustment Dials
and IR Feedback LEDs

1 2 3

MULTI-PURPOSE I/O PORTS

IR / SERIAL / SENSE

Rack

RS-232 (2)

RS-232 (3)

RS-232 (1)

TRIGGERS

RELAYS

SENSE

POWER / IR

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

4

6

5

1

2

2

1

3

3

1 2

3

GND

GND

A

A

A

B

B

B

+12VDC

POWER

GND

INPUT

HIGH OUT

EXPANSION +12VDC, 1A

ETHERNET

RTI COM

Mount
Option

MOUNTING

The XP-6s ships with four removable feet that allow the unit to be placed on a

at surface. The XP-6s can also be mounted in a component rack as part of a

comprehensive control system. Remove feet before mounting in a rack.

XP-6s Front

POWER / IR

Reset Button

Status LED

USB

PROG PORT

RESET

STATUS

USB

Programming

RELAYS

HIGH OUT

POWER

SIGNAL IN

Power/Indicator LEDs

Port

STATUS LED

When the XP-6s processor is plugged in and booting up, the Status LED is lit red, indicating that the operating system is starting up. The Status LED

will then turn green, indicating the system le and drivers are being loaded. When the light turns off, the processor has nished starting up and is

ready for use. During operation, the Status LED will light green as the XP-6s executes commands or macros.

POWER LED

Lit red when power is applied to XP-6s via the 12VDC power supply.

IR/RELAY/TRIGGER/SENSE LEDS

Lit red when XP-6s is utilizing the IR, Relay, Trigger or Sense ports.

NETLINK (COMM) LED

Lit red when XP-6s is connected to an Ethernet network.

It’s Under Control

®

Product Contents

• One (1) XP-6s Advanced Control Processor

• One (1) Power supply (12V, 1A)

• Three (3) RJ45 to DB9 serial adaptors

• Two (2) Rack ears (2) with screws (8)

• One (1) Terminal block (18-position)

• One (1) Reference guide

• One (1) MAC address card

Safety Suggestions

Read and Follow Instructions. Read all safety and operating instructions before

operating the unit.

Retain Instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
Heed Warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
Heat. Keep the unit away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, etc.,

including ampliers that produce heat.

Power Sources. Connect the unit only to a power supply of the type described in the
operating instructions, or as marked on the unit.
Power Cord Protection. Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to the
cord plugs at power receptacles and at the point at which they exit from the unit.
Water and Moisture. Do not use the unit near water—for example, near a sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, near an open window, etc.
Object and Liquid Entry. Do not allow objects to fall or liquids to be spilled into the
enclosure through openings.
Servicing. Do not attempt any service beyond that described in the operating instructions.

Refer all other service needs to qualied service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service. The unit should be serviced by qualied service personnel

when:

The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
The unit has been exposed to rain.
The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

performance.

The unit has been dropped or the enclosure has been damaged.

Cleaning

To clean this product, lightly dampen a lint-free cloth with plain water or a mild detergent
and wipe the outer surfaces.

NOTE: Do not use harsh chemicals as damage to the unit may occur.

Federal Communications Commission Notice

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. Any

changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
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 the 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.
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.

2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Industry Canada Compliance Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may

cause undesired operation.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS (s).
Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences nuisibles.

2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue y compris des interférences qui

peuvent provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.

Contacting RTI

For news about the latest updates, new product information, and new accessories, please visit
our web site at: www.rticorp.com

For general information, you can contact RTI at:

Remote Technologies Incorporated
5775 12th Ave. E Suite 180
Shakopee, MN 55379
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Service & Support

If you are encountering any problems or have a question about your RTI product, please
contact RTI Technical Support for assistance (see the Contacting RTI section of this guide for
contact details).

RTI provides technical support by telephone or e-mail. For the highest quality service, please
have the following information ready:

• Your Name

• Company Name

• Telephone Number

• E-mail Address

• Product model and serial number (if applicable)

If you are having a problem with hardware, please note the equipment in your system, a
description of the problem, and any troubleshooting you have already tried.

*Please do not return products to RTI without return authorization.*

Limited Warranty

RTI warrants new products for a period of three (3) years (excluding consumables
such as rechargeable batteries which are warrantied for one (1) year) from the date of
purchase by the original purchaser (end user) directly from RTI / Pro Control (herein
referred to as “RTI”), or an authorized RTI dealer.
Warranty claims may be initiated by an authorized RTI dealer using the original dated
sales receipt or other proof of warranty coverage. In the absence of the receipt of
purchase from the original dealer, RTI will provide warranty coverage extension of six
(6) months from the date code of the product. Note: RTI warranty is limited to the
provisions set forth in this policy and does not preclude any other warranties offered by
third parties who are solely responsible for those other warranties.

Except as specied below, this warranty covers defects in product material and

workmanship. The following are not covered by the warranty:

• Product purchased via unauthorized sellers or internet sites will not be serviced­regardless of purchase date.

• Damages caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect or acts of God.

• Cosmetic damage, including, but not limited to, scratches, dents and normal wear
and tear.

• Failure to follow instructions contained in the Product Installation Guide.

• Damages due to products used in an application or environment other than that for
which it was intended, improper installation procedures or adverse environmental

factors such as incorrect line voltages, improper wiring, or insufcient ventilation.

• Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than RTI and Pro Control or authorized
service partners.

• Failure to perform recommended periodic maintenance.

• Causes other than product defects, including lack of skill, competence or
experience of user.

• Damage due to shipment of this product (claims must be made to the carrier).

• Altered unit or altered serial number: defaced, modied or removed.

RTI is also not liable for:

• Damages caused by its products or for failure of its products to perform, including

any labor costs, lost prots, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential

damages.

• Damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time,
interrupted operation, commercial loss, any claim made by a third party or made
on behalf of a third party.

• Loss of, or damage to, data, computer systems or computer programs.

RTI’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the
product, at the sole discretion of RTI.

In cases where the warranty policy conicts with local laws, the local laws will be

adopted.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DOC)

The Declaration of Conformity for this product can be found on the RTI website at:
www.rticorp.com/declaration

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