Xantech SMARTPAD3 Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SMARTPAD

™

PROGRAMMABLE KEYPAD SYSTEM

CATV

TAPE

CAM

TUNER

VOL

AM/FM

OFF

GLOBAL

MUTE

VCR

SAT

TNR

Controllers

INTRODUCTION

The SmartPad

is the next generation of the SmartPad2, the world's first wall mounted, IR learning,

programmable modular keypad system. It incorporates many unique features to accommodate the growing needs of the fast moving custom installation marketplace.

UNIQUE FEATURES

• Eight different Key Modules are provided which dock into three different Base Modules. Over 50 keypad combinations are possible!

• One, two and three gang wall mounting options are available.

• Buttons are replaceable and interchangeable within the key module.

• A selection of buttons with commonly used markings are included with each key module. Many specialized versions are also separately available from Xantech.

• Pre-labeled buttons do not require any tedious insertion of small icon key "caps".

• Up to 8 memory banks can be selected by source buttons with LED indicators.

• Two tiers of memory per button. 2nd tier is accessed by "Push and Hold". Applies to both source select and control function keys.

• Sequence commands, including 1 to 30 second delays, can be programmed into any button (including the 2nd tier) without using up button spaces anywhere else on the keypad.

• Status Input permits source buttons to light up with +5 to +30V representing a system power ON condition as well as the selected source.

• Intelligent Power Management. Allows power commands to be sent only if the system or zone is Off, thus preventing unintended shutdown when switching sources.

• IR Commands are "learned" directly from hand held remotes or by using Xantech's exclusive Dragon Drop-IR™ software.

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• Network Cloning permits simultaneous transfer of programmed contents from one keypad to as many as 16 keypads wired on the same IR bus (single zone network).

Cloning can also be done from one keypad to another, or from a "virtual" keypad created with Dragon Drop-IR™, via the COM Port.

• Dragon Drop-IR™ (optional), a Windows

based program, permits rapid configuring, learning, duplica-

tion and filing of SmartPad3 programming.

• Speaker Relay permits local muting of speakers for single zone systems.

• Code Group and Bank Tracking Programming permit specialized configurations.

PROM stores memorized contents. No backup batteries needed!

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• Write/Protect switch safeguards memory contents.

• Memory. LM110; 8 kbytes. PM110; 32 kbytes.

• Standard 4 terminal output allows use on same IR bus as all Xantech IR Receivers and controllers.

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS

Perhaps the easiest way to become familiar with the SmartPad that make up the system. The modules are divided into two basic groups: the

Base

the docking

modules. The Key modules plug into the Base modules.

is to gain an understanding of the modules

Key

(or button) modules, and

The Key Modules

There are ten single-gang key module assemblies currently available. The first six shown have 12 buttons. The last four have 11 buttons and include a cursor key cluster. The module shells and buttons are available in white, ivory and black. An illustration and description of each follow:

KM1F

KM1N

KM2

KM4 KM6

KM8

The KM1F module can be used as a single-gang single-bank keypad or, with other source selection or function modules, for 2 or 3-gang configurations. A selection of function buttons are included for function control commands.

The KM1N is similar to the KM1F except it is intended for direct numeric entry of channels on DSS receivers, disk/track selection on CD changers, etc. It can be used with other source or function modules for 2 or 3gang configurations. Numeric and some function buttons are included.

The KM2 includes 2 source (bank) keys and 10 function control keys. It can be used as a single-gang two- source (bank) keypad or, with other function modules, in 2 or 3-gang configurations. A selection of source and function buttons are included.

The KM4 and KM6 are similar to the KM2, except they have 4 source, 8 function and 6 source, 6 function keys respectively. Again, they can be used in 2 or 3-gang configurations. A selection of source and function buttons are included.

The KM8 includes 8 source and 4 function keys. Again, it can be used as a single-gang 8-source (bank) keypad, or, with other function modules, for 2 or 3-gang configurations. A selection of source and function buttons are included.

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CM1N

CM1F

CM4

CM6

The CM1N is similar to the CM1F except that it is set up for use with 6 numeric control buttons as well as the 5 cursor keys. Numeric and cursor buttons are included.

The CM1F module includes 6 function control keys plus a cursor button cluster with Up, Down, Left, Right, and Enter keys. The cursor keys can be used with sources that have menu driven on-screen displays. Cursor keys and a selection of function buttons are included.

The CM4 is similar to the CM1F except that it is set up for use with 4 source (bank) and 2 function keys as well as the 5 cursor keys. Cursor keys and a selection of source and function buttons are included.

The CM6 is similar to the CM1F except that it is set up for use with 6 source (bank) keys as well as the 5 cursor keys. Cursor keys and a selection of source buttons are included.

The Base Modules

There are three base modules in the SmartPad

system into which the Key Modules are docked. They

contain the electronics for programming & memory (except the EM110) and include flanges for J-box mounting. An illustration and description of each follow:

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

CNCL

FULL

NETWORK

SEQ

DELAY

WRITE

EDIT

PROTECT

STEP

TRNS

DEL

XFER

ERR

IR C O M

NETWORK ADDRESS

PM110 LM110

WRITE

PROTECT

COM PORT

NETWORK ADDRESS

NETWORK

RESTORE

EM110

The PM110 dual gang Programmable Module is the base module for programming all of the commands and functions required for each installation. All programming, including sequences (macros), is done with the PM110 (unless done with Dragon Drop-IR™).

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The LM110 Learning Module is intended for single gang applications and must receive its programming from a PM110 or Dragon Drop IR™ system. Programs are transferred from the PM110 or Dragon Drop IR to the LM110 with a 2-step transfer command.

The EM110 is a single gang Expansion Module. It has no memory and serves only to expand the number of key functions for the PM110 in 3-gang configurations.

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BASIC CONFIGURATIONS & PROGRAMMING

Now that we have a conceptual understanding of the basic SmartPad

system, let's dive right in and create

three basic module and button configurations and apply the applicable programming.

A Two Gang Configuration

Suppose a client wants to control an AM/FM stereo system from a remote room with one 2-gang keypad and that he has the following equipment and system requirements:

1. An AM/FM receiver and 4 sources: TUNER (AM/FM), two CD changers and a cassette TAPE deck.

2. When a source button is pressed, the Smart Pad must turn on the AM/FM receiver and the associated source.

3. The keypad must have the following control function commands for each source:

TUNER: Tuner Up/Down (scroll of preset stations), AM/FM (select). CD 1 and CD 2: Play, Scan Forward/Reverse, Track Forward/Reverse, Disk+, Disk– (select), Pause,

Stop. TAPE: Play Forward, Play Reverse, Fast Forward, Rewind, Pause, Stop.

4. Speakers in the remote room must be mutable by using the relay in the SmartPad

This is the basic client specification for this application of the SmartPad

The next step is to determine what SmartPad3 modules and keypad buttons are required to perform this job, as follows:

1. Since there are 4 sources, 4 banks will be required. We will need the KM4 for the first Key Module.

2. Since there are a good number of control functions to perform, we will need the KM1F for the second Key Module.

3. Now, since this is a 2-gang configuration, we need a PM110 Base Module into which we plug the KM1F and the KM4. Fig. 1 shows the basic configuration.

4. The next step is to determine exactly what buttons are required to carry out the control functions needed.

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

CNCL

5. We begin this process by assigning the Source buttons first; CD1, TUNER, CD2 and TAPE. See Fig. 2.

6. Next, we assign the function control buttons based on the list of functions given on page 7.

NOTE: Most of the buttons for steps 5 and 6 are available in the

KM1F

FULL

NETWORK

SEQ

DELAY

WRITE

EDIT

PROTECT

STEP

TRNS

DEL

XFER

ERR

IR C O M

NETWORK ADDRESS

KM4

PM110

SOURCE bag of buttons supplied with the KM4 and in the FUNCTION bag of buttons supplied with the KM1F. Buttons CD1, OFF, RANDOM, A/B, * and

separately from Xantech. They are listed in the dealer price list (along with all buttons currently available for the SmartPad

(reverse play) are not supplied but are available

system). They should be ordered at the same time as

Fig. 1 Two Gang Configuration

the other keypad parts.

7. Now that all the buttons have been assigned (as shown in Fig. 2), it is necessary to insert them into the KM1F and the KM4 module shells. Then insert the completed key modules into the PM110. See page 18 for Button and Module Assembly instructions.

NOTE: In this example, the button and module positions are placed in what is considered an ergonomically pleasing arrangement. You may, however, place the buttons in any arrangement you wish, to best fit taste and application.

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The only exception to this is the 4 source buttons. They need to be kept in the 4 upper locations of the KM4 in order for the source indicators and bank selections to operate.

You may also reverse the position of the KM1F and the KM4 modules; the basic operation of the keypad will be identical.

8. The keypad is now ready to be wired into the total system. See Fig. 3. Power may then be applied and we can proceed with the Programming of each key.

Programming a Two Gang Configuration

RANDOM

DISC–DISC

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

CNCL

FULL

SEQ

DELAY

EDIT

STEP

TRNS

DEL

A/B

XFER

ERR

IR C O M

CD 1

CD 2

WRITE

PROTECT

TNR

MUTE

NETWORK

TUNER

TAPE

AM/FM

NETWORK ADDRESS

VOL

OFF

Before proceeding with this section, it is recommended that you read "PROGRAMMING THE SMARTPAD

™ ", page 20, where full pro-

gramming details are given. The following is a brief procedure,

Fig. 2 Two Gang Button Assignments

specific to this installation example. It assumes you already have

some familiarity with the programming procedures. NOTE: STATUS and AC power management are accomplished using sequenced commands and the Switched AC Outlet on the AM/FM receiver. Refer to Fig. 3.

We'll begin by "teaching" commands to the 4 source (bank) buttons:

Fig. 3 Typical Connection Diagram, Based on Client Specification

REMOTE ROOM

4-Conductor

IR Signal Cable

+12V GND

STATUS

OUT

PM110

SmartPad

(rear view)

Left

Speaker

PM110

SMART PAD

PROGRAMMABLE MODULE

AMPLIFIER

L+ L– R– R+

SPEAKER

OUTPUT

INPUT

L+ L– R– R+

SYLMAR, CA MADE IN U.S.A.

TO EM110

4-Conductor

+12V

IR OUT

STATUS

Speaker Cable

GND

Right

Speaker

781RG

Power Supply

To 120 V AC

(Unswitched)

–

Power Cord for

AM/FM Receiver.

Plug into an Unswitched

AC Outlet

789-44

Connecting Block

12VDC

CONNECTING BLOCK

+12 VDC

789-44

GND

STATUS IR IN

RCVR

EMITTERS

MAIN ROOM

Cassette Deck

AM/FM Receiver

282M

Mouse Emitter

CD Changer

283M

Blink IR™

DVD

283M

282M

Blink IR™

Mouse Emitter

Switched on AM/FM Receiver

786-00

Power Supply

(12V)

Power

Strip

Plug into

AC Outlet

(see text)

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1. Press SEQ. The SEQ LED will flash.

2. Press CD1. CD1 LED will come on and the SEQ LED will come on steady. NOTE: Turn the AM/FM receiver ON so that +12V is applied to the STATUS line. This ensures that

the source button LED's will light.

3. Point the AM/FM receiver remote at the IR window and press it's POWER key.

4. When the code is learned, the SEQ LED will flash and then go steady when you release the POWER key on the remote.

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5. Press DELAY. DELAY LED will flash. Press DELAY once again to enter a 1 second delay. (The 1 second delay allows some time for the AM/FM receiver to power up to be sure it will execute the CD source command).

6. Press CNCL to return to SEQ mode.

7. Point the AM/FM receiver remote at IR window and press it's CD1 (source) button.

8. When the CD1 code is learned, the SEQ LED will flash then go steady when you release the CD1 key on the remote.

twice

9. Press CNCL

to leave the sequence mode.

You can now test the learned commands. But first, be sure the AM/FM receiver's Power is turned OFF and the emitters are placed on each of the components as shown in Fig. 3. Now press the CD1 button. The AM/ FM receiver should turn ON and it's source selector should switch to the CD1 position.

Using the same procedure, program the remaining source buttons. Just be sure to press the correct source button in steps 2 & 7 above. As you complete each source (bank) button, test it before going on. Repeat the procedure, as necessary, until correct operation is obtained.

When the source buttons are complete, proceed to program each of the 20 function buttons as follows:

1. First, press CD1 to select the CD1 bank. The functions that apply to this source (bank) will now be "taught" (programmed) into the applicable function buttons.

2. Press PGM. The PGM LED will flash.

3. Press

4. Point the CD1 (CD player) handheld remote at the IR window and press it's

(play) button. The PGM LED will come on steady.

(play) button.

5. When the code is learned, the PGM LED will flash again, indicating it is ready to learn a command at another button.

6. Press (reverse scan) button. The PGM LED will come on steady.

7. Point the CD1 remote at the IR window and press it's

(reverse scan) button.

8. When the code is learned, the PGM LED will flash again, indicating it is ready to learn a command at another button.

9. Using this same procedure, program all the remaining commands that are applicable to the CD1 as follows:

DISC

and

( forward scan), (reverse skip), (forward skip), (pause), (stop), RANDOM,

10. When finished, press CNCL to leave the PGM mode.

At this point, check all commands to see that they operate correctly. Reprogram as necessary.

11. Next, press CD2 to select the CD2 bank. Program the 2nd CD player's commands into the function buttons, using the same procedure as above.

NOTE: In this example, it is assumed that the 2nd CD player is a different brand so that the IR commands of the 2 players do not interact with each other.

12. Next, press TUNER to select the tuner bank. In this case, there are only 3 functions that relate directly to tuner opera-

TNR

tion;

(up and down tuning - usually the selection of preset

TNR

stations) and AM/FM (selection of the AM or FM band).

RANDOM

DISC–DISC

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

CNCL

FULL

SEQ

DELAY

EDIT

STEP

TRNS

DEL

A/B

XFER

ERR

IR C O

CD 1

CD 2

WRITE

PROTECT

TNR

MUTE

NETWORK

TUNER

TAPE

AM/FM

NETWORK ADDRESS

VOL

OFF

Program these function buttons from the AM/FM receiver's remote, using the same procedures as above.

DISC

–

Fig. 4 Programming Source & Function Buttons

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13. When the TUNER functions are complete, press TAPE to select the tape bank. Using the Tape deck's remote, program the seven function buttons that relate to this source as follows; (reverse play), (forward play), (fast rewind), (fast forward), (pause), (stop), and A/B (selects A or B decks of a dual cassette deck).

Common Commands. The last group to be programmed are those that are common to each source or

VOL

bank. In this case, they will be

(volume up/down), MUTE and OFF.

VOL

14. Select each bank (source button), one at a time, and program these function buttons from the AM/ FM receiver's remote. Program the MUTE button with the speaker relay MUTE TOGGLE command. See "Speaker Relay" section).

15. When you have completed all programming, you can transfer this whole command set to any number of additional keypads (identically configured) that you may need in multiroom installations. Refer to the "Command Transfers (Cloning)" section.

NOTE: The * (asterisk) key is not used in this particular application.

A Single Gang Configuration

Many times a client wants a very simple keypad system with only a few basic functions or wishes to have minimum intrusion into the room decor. In this case, a single gang application of the SmartPad

would be

appropriate. We will assume that the client has the following equipment and system requirements:

1. An AM/FM receiver and 4 sources: TUNER (AM/FM), two CD changers and a cassette TAPE deck.

2. When a source button is pressed, it must turn the AM/FM receiver ON along with the associated source.

3. The keypad will have the following control function commands for each source:

TUNER: Tuner Up/Down (scroll of preset stations). CD 1 and CD 2: Play, Track Forward/Reverse, Pause, Stop, Disc +. TAPE: Play Forward, Fast Forward/Rewind, Pause, Stop.

4. Speakers in the remote room must be mutable by using the relay in the SmartPad

This is the basic client specification for this application of the SmartPad

The next step is to determine what SmartPad3 modules and keypad buttons are required to perform this job, as follows:

1. Since there are 4 sources, we can use the KM4 Key Module, which provides 4 sources with status indicators and 8 function keys.

2. Now, since this is a 1-gang configuration, we need an LM110 Base Module into which we plug the KM4, as shown in Fig. 5.

3. The next step is to determine exactly what buttons are needed to carry out the control functions needed.

4. Again, we begin this process by assigning the Source buttons first; CD1, TUNER, CD2 and TAPE. See Fig. 5.

5. Next, we assign the function control buttons based on the list of functions given on page 12.

NOTE: Most of the buttons for steps 4 and 5 are provided in the SOURCE and FUNCTION bags of buttons supplied with the KM4.

Buttons CD 1 and OFF are not supplied but are available separately

KM4

CD 1

WRITE

PROTECT

CD 2

COM PORT

TUNER

NETWORK ADDRESS

NETWORK

RESTORE

TAPE

VOL

LM110

VOL

MUTE

OFF

WRITE

READ

from Xantech. They are listed in the dealer price list (along with all buttons currently available for the SmartPad

system). They should

be ordered at the same time as the other keypad parts.

Fig. 5 Single Gang Button Assignments

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6. Now that all the buttons have been assigned (as shown in Fig. 5), it is necessary to assemble them into the KM4 key module. Then insert the completed key module into the LM110.

See "Button and Module Assembly", page 18, for instructions. NOTE: In this example the buttons are placed in what is considered an ergonomically pleasing

arrangement. Again, you may place the buttons in any arrangement you wish, to best fit taste and application.

The only exception to this is the 4 source buttons. They need to be kept in the 4 upper locations in order for the source indicators and bank selections to operate.

7. The keypad is now ready to be wired into the total system. See Fig. 6. Power may then be applied and we can proceed with the Programming of each button.

MAIN ROOM

Power Supply

Power

Strip

Plug into

Switched

AM/FM Receiver

786-00

(12V)

AC Outlet

Left

Speaker

REMOTE ROOM

+12V

4-Conductor

AMPLIFIER

OUT

SPEAKER

Speaker Cable

Right

Speaker

LM110

SmartPad

(rear view)

L+ L-- R-- R+

Fig. 6 Typical Connection Diagram, Based on Client Specification, page 12.

GND

STATUS

OUT

4-Conductor

IR Signal Cable

781RG

Power Supply

To 120 V AC (Unswitched)

Connecting Block

12VDC

+12 VDC

GND

STATU S IR IN

–

RCVR

Power Cord for AM/FM

Receiver. Plug into an

Unswitched

789-44

CONNECTING BLOCK

AC Outlet

789-44

EMITTERS

CD Changer

282M Mouse Emitter

DVD

282M Mouse Emitter

Cassette Deck

282M Mouse Emitter

AM/FM Receiver

282M Mouse Emitter

Programming a Single Gang Configuration

As mentioned on page 6, the LM110 must receive it's programming from a PM110 or Dragon Drop IR™. (This means that you, the installer, must have a PM110 or Dragon Drop IR on hand, to program LM110's for single gang applications). Before proceeding with this section, it is recommended that you read "PROGRAMMING THE SMARTPAD

™ " section, where full programming details are given. The following

is a brief procedure, specific to this installation example. NOTE: STATUS and AC power management are accomplished using sequenced commands and the

Switched AC Outlet on the AM/FM receiver. Refer to Fig. 6. We'll begin by "teaching" commands to the 4 source (bank) buttons:

1. Insert the KM4, with selected buttons installed,

into the left bank

of a PM110. See Fig. 7.

2. Be sure the PM110 is powered, by wiring it to a connecting block same as shown in Fig. 3.

3. Press SEQ. The SEQ LED will flash.

4. Press CD1. CD1 LED will come on and the SEQ LED will come on steady. NOTE: Turn the AM/FM receiver ON so that +12V is applied to the STATUS line. This ensures that

the source button LED's will light.

5. Point the AM/FM receiver remote at the IR window and press it's POWER key.

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6. When the code is learned, the SEQ LED will flash then go steady when you release the POWER key on the remote.

7. Press DELAY. DELAY LED will flash. Press DELAY once again to enter a 1 second delay. (The 1 second delay allows some time for the AM/FM receiver to power up to be sure it will execute the CD source command).

8. Point the AM/FM receiver remote at IR window and press it's CD1 (source) button.

9. When the CD1 code is learned, the SEQ LED will flash then go steady when you release the CD1 key on the remote.

10. Press CNCL

twice to leave sequence mode.

PM110

KM4

CD 1

CD 2

TUNER

TAPE

VOL

MUTE

OFF

CNCL

STEP

XFER

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

FULL

SEQ

DELAY

EDIT

TRNS

DEL

ERR

C O

WRITE

PROTECT

NETWORK

NETWORK ADDRESS

NOTE: Because we have fewer keys to work with in a single gang configuration, we will use the CD1

Fig. 7 Programming a Single Gang using a PM110

button, on the 2nd tier, to provide the Disc+ function. This means the user would 1st press CD1 button for less that 1 sec. to select the source. He could then press the CD1 button for more than 1 sec. to cause the CD changer to step (or skip) forward one disc at a time, as desired.

11. Press SEQ, then CD1, then CNCL, then CD1 again. This places you in the 2nd tier of CD1. (See also Tiering, page 25).

12. Point the CD1 remote at IR window and press it's DISC+ or DISC SKIP button.

13. When the code is learned, the SEQ LED will flash then go steady when you release the key on the remote.

14. Press CNCL

two times to exit the programming tier mode.

You can now test these learned commands. But first, be sure the AM/FM receiver's Power is turned OFF and the emitters are placed on each of the components as shown in Fig. 6.

Using the same procedure, program the remaining source buttons. Just be sure to press the correct source button in steps 4 & 11 above as you go from source to source. Remember that you do not need the

tier

command except for sources CD1 and CD2 (for DISC+). As you complete each button, test it before going on. Repeat the procedure, as necessary, until correct

operation is obtained. When the source buttons are complete, proceed to

PM110 LM110

program each of the 8 function buttons, using essentially the same steps as outlined for the 2-gang configuration, previous. The only difference is there are fewer buttons involved. Also, the TUNER up/down tuning commands need to be stored under the and

buttons on the TUNER bank.

NOTE: A 2nd tier could be added to the TUNER button for AM/FM selection, if desired.

CD 1

CD 2

TAPE

MUTE

FULL

NETWORK

SEQ

DELAY

WRITE

EDIT

VOL

OFF

PROTECT

STEP

TRNS

DEL

XFER

ERR

IR C O M

NETWORK ADDRESS

COM PORT

PGM

CLR MEM RESTORE

CNCL

TUNER

WRITE

PROTECT

COM PORT

NETWORK ADDRESS

NETWORK

RESTORE

Program Transfer

Now that programming is complete, we need to trans-

3' cable

fer the learned commands from the PM110 to the LM110. Proceed as follows:

Fig. 8 PM110 to LM110 Program Transfer

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