SP Controls PixiePro User Manual
PixiePro Device Control Module
Installation Guide
PX2-MP
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 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.
WARNING - To Reduce the Risk of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain
Or Moisture.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Electrical Warning
The PX2-MP-IR is a low-voltage device. Never install the PixiePro in an electrical back box containing high-voltage wiring. This would cause a serious electrical danger and violate United States
national electrical codes.
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................
I. Overview ...................................................................................................
II. Parts List ..................................................................................................
III. Assembly .................................................................................................
IV. Installation .............................................................................................
V. Wiring .....................................................................................................
VI. Programming ......................................................................................
A. Overview ..............................................................................................
B. Programming Set Up ...........................................................................
C. Simple Programming ..........................................................................
D. Complex Programming .......................................................................
E. Programming the TCM Module ..........................................................
VII. Cloning .................................................................................................
VIII. Configuration ........................................................................................
IX. Operation ...............................................................................................
Technical Specifications ............................................................................
Warranty ......................................................................................................
FCC Compliance ........................................................................................
PX2-MP-IR User’s Manual (Version C) 30MAY2006
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I. Overview
Welcome to the user’s manual for your new PixiePro Modular Panel™! This manual documents all
of the steps necessary to get the PixiePro up and running, including:
- Assembly of the PixiePro, including customization of the button modules
- Mounting, including tabletop-mounting and wall-mounting (both flush- and surface-mounting)
- Wiring the PixiePro to one infrared (IR) emitter, or to multiple IR emitters
- Programming the codes from IR remote control devices into the PixiePro, including:
- Simple Programming: a single IR code learned by a single PixiePro button
- Complex Programming: a series of IR codes learned by a single PixiePro button
- Cloning or copying all of the settings and learned codes from one PixiePro to another
- Configuring settings on the PixiePro to optimize control
The PixiePro is a stand-alone IR-learning audiovisual control device. One PixiePro may learn codes
from the remote controls of many devices, or of just one. IR output may be wired to multiple devices
using additional IR emitters (ordered separately - SP Controls part no. PXE-EMIT). For instructions
about wiring the PixiePro, go to the Wiring section on page 7.
An example of an AV system that can be controlled by the PixiePro might consist of some or all of
the following elements (each with their own infrared remote control): projector, DVD player, laptop
computer, VCR, document camera, cable television receiver, electric screen, and other devices.
The PixiePro ships in a plastic surface mount box. It may be removed from the plastic box and
mounted into a standard four-gang metal switch or junction box, or four-gang mud ring for wall
installation. If used with a metal back box, be sure to use the included screws and plastic washers.
For instructions on mounting the PixiePro, including wall- and tabletop-mounting, see the Installation
section on page 5.
Each button may be programmed with up to 16 codes from any number of remote controls, up to a
maximum of 768 codes for the PixiePro. A single button on the PixiePro may be programmed with
just one code (see Simple Programming on page 10) or with multiple codes (see Complex
Programming on page 11). The codes programmed to a single button may be grouped in any combination of round robin or macro. Delay lengths between codes in a macro can be varied to optimize
performance. For instructions on learning codes, see the Programming section on page 9.
VCR/DVD
Control
Menu/Security
Button Module
Device
Up/Down
Buttons
Security and
Timer Activity
Display
Power
Buttons
Volume
Control/Display
Aux Up/Down
Ambient Light
Adjustment
Sensor
Aux Buttons Source Buttons
Figure 1: PixiePro with all standard button modules inserted (as it ships)
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The flexible interface may be customized to your requirements. Most buttons may be replaced by
blank button modules if unneeded. PixiePro can control almost any IR-controllable device. The
PixiePro may be field-programmed in minutes using IR-learning technology. Configuration and programming may be quickly and easily copied to multiple units with CAT5 cable, or using wireless
cloning technology. For instructions on assembling PixiePro button modules, see the Assembly sec-
tion on page 4.
PixiePro has configurable features including automatic brightness adjustment, security code lockout,
automatic inactivity shutdown timer, multiple-device transport control, and many others that will be
described later in this manual. The default configuration settings on the PixiePro will be suitable for
the majority of users. If you want to learn about the configuration options, or change any of those,
go to the Configuration section on page 19.
For multi-room installations, in which each room has an identical projector, learned codes and configuration settings can easily be copied or “cloned” from one PixiePro to another. This can be done
either wirelessly or through CAT5 cable. For instructions on copying settings and codes from one
PixiePro to another, see the Cloning section on page 17.
Unneeded
buttons may be
replaced with
blank plastic.
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Two aux buttons with two blanks
Figure 2: PixiePro with blank button modules inserted in some areas
II. Parts List
Note: Keep all button inserts and included materials, even if some modules are not currently
used. They may be required in the future for changing the PixiePro configuration settings, reprogramming the PixiePro, or changing equipment in the room.
The PixiePro ships with:
PixiePro main board
1 four-gang plastic surface mount box
1 custom plastic wall plate
Rubberized button modules:
- 1 toggling power module
- 1 discrete power on/off module
- 1 status LED module - projector icon
- 1 status LED module - monitor icon
- 1 volume control/display button module
- 8 source selection button modules
- 4 aux control button modules
- 1 ambient light sensor dome
- 1 menu/security button module
- 1 transport control/menu button module
- 1 device up/down button module
Plastic blank button replacement inserts:
- 1 volume module blank
- 1 aux up/down blank
- 3 two-button source selection blanks
- 1 one-button source selection blank
- 4 aux button plastic negatives
- 1 menu control module blank
- 1 transport control/menu module blank
- 1 device up/down button module blank
Plastic button overlay anchors for all button module types
1 plastic bezel
1 IR emitter with fiber optic output assembly
Velcro™ tape
1 regulated power supply
1 sheet of non-adhesive, transparent button legends
4 screws/washers (for back box mounting)
2 wall anchors/screws
Optional Accessories and Parts:
PXE-EMIT - additional IR emitter with fiber optic output assembly (required for control of multiple
devices - one per device)
PXE-DCM-PS (additional power supplies required for installations with more than six IR emitters)
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III. Assembly
1. Preparation
Note: When assembling the PixiePro, you will be working with a number of small parts. Be sure that
you assemble the PixiePro in a clean, well-lighted work area.
Disassemble the PixiePro (see Figure 3 for an example of a disassembled unit) and select desired
button insert modules. Most button modules may be replaced with blanks if desired. You must use
the Status LED module, at least one source selection module, and at least one power module.
Most button modules are optional and may be replaced with blanks. For example, if you do not wish
to include control of a DVD player or VCR in your installation, you may replace the VCR/DVD control module with blank inserts. You may likewise assemble the PixiePro with anywhere from 0-4 aux
control buttons and 1-8 source selection buttons.
Note: Programming and configuring the PixiePro requires use of the volume control/display module,
all four aux button modules, and at least the first seven source buttons. Be sure to include these
modules until the unit has been configured. They may then be replaced with blanks. You may clone
configuration from another unit without including these modules.
The PixiePro security feature requires use of the menu button module for entering security codes.
Several configuration settings require use of the discrete on/off power button module. See the
Configuration section on page 19 for more information.
2. Assembly
a. Select the appropriate button modules. Button modules are connected in sets, but may be easily
separated for customized configuration. To separate modules, fold the buttons away from each other
to expose the thin connecting rubber and cut with a razor knife.
b. Place the desired button modules and blanks against the circuit board.
c. Label the selected buttons. Remove the non-adhesive transparent labels from the included leg-
end sheet and inserting them in the plastic overlay legend receptacles. Be sure to verify the correct
orientation.
d. Fit the plastic overlays over the rubberized button pads and/or blanks. Secure the overlays in
place by fitting the plastic bezel over all modules. Be sure the bezel is right side up.
Bezel
Plastic
Overlay
Rubberized
Button Pads
Circuit
Board
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Figure 3: The four basic components of the PixiePro
IV. Installation
PixiePro may be mounted using the plastic surface-mounting box (included), or using a standard
four-gang wall box (must be purchased separately).
Warning: The PX2-MP-IR is a low-voltage device. Never install the PixiePro in an electrical back
box containing high-voltage wiring. This would cause a serious electrical danger and violate United
States’ electrical codes.
1. Wall Surface Mounting
The PixiePro may be surface mounted to masonry or drywall with the included plastic surface mount
box and anchors.
Secure the surface mount box to the wall. Bring the three-conductor cable from the cable assembly
to the back box and feed it through one of the cable channels, located at the top and bottom of the
box. Wire mold may be used to guide wiring along the wall.
To secure the PixiePro into the plastic mounting box, line the circuit board up with the box posts and
insert securely into the plastic clasps.
Cover the PixiePro face with the included faceplate and secure with the included screws.
2. Tabletop Surface Mounting
Secure the PixiePro plastic surface mount box to the table. Thread the three-conductor cable from
the cable assembly to the back box and feed it through the wiring cutout. Wire mold may be used to
guide wiring along the table. Alternately, you may cut an access hole through the table and run
wiring along the underside of the table.
To secure the PixiePro into the surface mount box, line the circuit board up with the box posts and
insert securely into the plastic clasps.
Cover the PixiePro face with the included faceplate and secure with the included screws.
Plastic Surface
Mount Box
(included)
Release clasps to remove
PixiePro from surface box
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Wall Anchors
(included)
Wall Anchors
PixiePro Circuit
Board
Figure 4: Assembling the PixiePro for surface mounting (surface-mount box included)
3. Wall Flush Mounting
The PixiePro may be flush mounted into a wall using either a standard four-gang back box and conduit, or using a four-gang mud ring.
Back Box: Cut a four-gang hole in the wall and install a standard four-gang wall box. Secure the
PixiePro into the wall box using the included mounting screws. Cover the PixiePro face with the
included faceplate and secure with the included screws.
Mud Ring: Cut a four-gang hole in the wall and install a standard four-gang mud ring. Secure the
PixiePro into the mud ring (not included) using the included screws. Cover the PixiePro face with the
included faceplate and secure with the included screws.
Note: SP Controls strongly recommends use of a mud ring for mounting the PixiePro in sheet rock
to ensure a secure fit.
4-Gang
Back Box
(not included)
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Figure 5: Mounting the PixiePro in a back box (not included)
V. Wiring
A. Wiring Controller
Wiring PixiePro to Control a Single Device
Attention! Remove power from the IR emitter
before wiring to PixiePro. Do NOT attempt to
connect the wires to the PixiePro while it is powered. Doing so may damage the unit.
Connect the three-conductor cable to the captivescrew connector on the back of the PixiePro. Be
sure that the wires agree with the connections on
the cable assembly block end (diagram below).
Note: The output position labeled RS232TX and
the female RJ45 port on the PixiePro are for
future use with other SP Controls hardware.
Wiring PixiePro to Control Multiple Devices
The PixiePro ships with just one IR emitter; each
additional device that the PixiePro controls will
require an additional IR emitter (not included, part
no. PXE-EMIT).
Note: The PixiePro may be used to drive a maximum of six IR emitters with a single power supply.
To drive more than six, additional power supplies must be ordered (part no. PXE-DCM-PS).
All three wires of the PixiePro output must be wired in parallel to each emitter that will control a
device. The cable assembly blocks may be wired in a star pattern out from the back of the PixiePro,
or daisy-chained from one assembly block to the next, use whichever method requires the least total
line length.
For a diagram of daisy-chained wiring between two IR emitters, see Figure 9 on page 8.
B. Wiring IR Emitter
Wiring IR Emitter to Control a Single Device
Attention: The optical fiber that extends from the PixiePro terminal
block cannot be extended. DO NOT CUT it without proper fiber optic
cutting tools.
Wire the cable assembly to the PixiePro using a three-conductor
cable (not included). SP Controls recommends using 18- or 20gauge cable. Standard audio cable will work (e.g., Belden™ 8451
or 9451).
1. Wire Cable Assembly. Connect the three-conductor cable to the
screw down posts in the cable assembly block. The three positions
on the cable assembly block are labeled +6V, GND, and IR. Match
the conductors to the corresponding positions on the captive screw
connector on the back of the PixiePro.
3-conductor
to PixiePro
Fiber Optic
Cable to IR
Receiver
Window
Connect
6 VDC
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Figure 7: IR emitter
Figure 6: Wiring the controller
+6
GND
+6
GND
IR
RS232 TX
RS232 TX
IR
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