Operation/Reference Guide Modero® VG-Series G4 Touch Panels NXD/NXT-1200VG, NXD/NXT-1500VG, and NXD/NXT-1700VG Touch Panels Last Revised: 6/28/2010
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FCC Information 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................1 Multimedia Streaming Video Touch Panels (VG-Series) ............................................ 1 Product Specifications (NXD-1200VG and NXT-1200VG) ............................................... 2 Product Specifications (NXD-1500VG and NXT-1500VG) ............................................... 7 Product Specifications (NXD-1700VG and NXT-1700VG) ....
Table of Contents Installation and Upgrade of the Internal NXD Components ................................... 42 Step 1: Remove the existing NXD Outer Housing......................................................... 42 Step 2: Install the new 802.11g mini-PCI Wireless card (NXD) ...................................... 43 Step 3: Install the new RGB Card Component (NXD) .................................................... 43 Step 4: Install the new Compact Flash Memory card (NXD) ............................
Table of Contents Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring ........................................................ 69 Installation Procedures: 17" Panels ..................................................................71 Overview ................................................................................................................ 71 Unpacking the Panel ............................................................................................... 71 Installing the Internal Components ....
Table of Contents Wireless communication using a DHCP Address ......................................................... 102 Wireless communication using a Static IP Address...................................................... 103 Step 2: Configuring the Card’s Wireless Security Settings ................................... 104 Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for unsecured access to a WAP200G ........... 104 Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for secured access to a WAP200G ...............
Table of Contents Audio Settings Page.................................................................................................... 140 Supported sampling rates for WAV ............................................................................ 141 Information icon .......................................................................................................... 141 Protected Setup Page .................................................................................................
Table of Contents Step 1: Obtaining the IP Address of the target panel................................................. 183 Step 2: Configuring the MAX-CSE for communication ................................................ 184 Step 3: Configuring the MAX-CSE audio/video inputs ................................................ 186 Step 4: Setup a streaming page within TPDesign4 ..................................................... 187 Step 5: Establishing the final connection between the two units ..........
Introduction Introduction AMX has taken a quantum leap forward with the release of its new VG-Series of Modero touch panels. These panels offer streaming MPEG video, high-definition Component RGB input and display, USB support for extended input devices, and panel programming via a mini-USB port. The new G4 graphics and Video/RGB technology is supported by the release of the latest TPDesign4 Touch Panel Design Program.
Introduction The Video Kits include the following components: Modero VG-Series Touch Panel (NXD or NXT) (FG225X-XXV) Modero 10’ foot Table Top Cable (CA2250-50) NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box (FG2254-10) These panels are capable of displaying both Composite video and High-Definition Component RGB, bringing together both Video and RGB capability together into one panel.
Introduction 1200VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Panel LCD Parameters: • Aspect Ratio: 4 x 3 • Brightness (luminance): 250 cd/m2 • Channel transparency: 8-bit Alpha channel transparency • Contrast ratio: 300:1 • Display area (HW): 183.10 mm x 247.40 mm • Display colors: 256K (18-bit color depth) • Dot/Pixel pitch: 0.297 mm • Screen resolution (HV): 800 x 600 pixels • Video formats: NTSC, PAL, and SECAM (shown within variable-size video windows) Active Screen Area: • 9.69” x 7.26” (24.60cm x 18.
Introduction 1200VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Front Panel Components: Light sensor: • Photosensitive light detector for automatic adjustment of the panel brightness (a dim room results in a dimmer LCD display and a bright room results in a brighter LCD display). Note: The light sensor can be adjusted via the Sensor Settings Page section on page 161. Motion sensor (PIR): • Proximity Infrared Detector to wake the panel when the panel is approached.
Introduction 1200VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): (Side panel location on NXD-Wall Mount panels) PWR connector: • 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector. Stereo Output connector: • Stereo output through a 3.5mm mini-jack (for use with external speakers). USB connector (2): • The two Type-A USB ports can connect up to two external keyboard or mouse devices for use with Virtual PC applications.
Introduction 1200VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: Several items are included within both the Video and RGB Kits. Any items not specifically included within those kits can be considered as optional accessories. • CB-TP12 (FG031-10): - 12" metallic conduit box for Wall Mount installations.
Introduction 1200VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment (Cont): • NXT-CHG (FG2250-50) - Battery charger for NXT-BP batteries. Charges batteries in 8 hours.
Introduction 1500VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Features: • Display of Component RGB/HDTV signals (done through the use of both an internal NXA-RGB card and an external NXA-AVB/RGB Breakout Box) • Enhanced hardware security (via an externally mounted Kensington Lock system) • Ethernet connectivity (replaced ICSNet as a method of communication) • New and improved connector compartment • Pass-thru Computer Control (via the NXA-RGB card) • Pre-installed 802.
Introduction 1500VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Front Panel Components: Light sensor: • Photosensitive light detector for automatic adjustment of the panel brightness (a dim room results in a dimmer LCD display and a bright room results in a brighter LCD display). Note: The light sensor can be adjusted via the Sensor Settings Page section on page 161. Motion sensor (PIR): • Proximity Infrared Detector to wake the panel when the panel is approached.
Introduction 1500VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): USB connector (2): (Side panel location on NXD-Wall Mount panels) • The two Type-A USB ports can connect up to two external keyboard or mouse devices for use with Virtual PC applications. • These ports can be used to communicate to a PC and transfer pass-thru touch control from the external devices, thru the NXA-AVB/RGB, to the PC, and then back again.
Introduction 1500VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: Several items are included within both the Video and RGB Kits. Any items not specifically included within those kits are considered optional. • CB-TP15 (FG032-10): 15" metallic conduit box for Wall Mount installations.
Introduction 1500VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment (Cont.): • NXT-BP (FG2250-10) - Battery pack for Table Top panels. Provides 4 hours of continual operation (NXT models only) • NXT-CHG (FG2250-50) - Battery charger for NXT-BP batteries. Charges batteries in 8 hours.
Introduction 1700VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Features: • Display of Component RGB/HDTV signals (done through the use of both an internal NXA-RGB card and an external NXA-AVB/RGB Breakout Box) • Enhanced hardware security (via an externally mounted Kensington Lock system) • Ethernet connectivity (replaced ICSNet as a method of communication) • New and improved connector compartment • Pass-thru Computer Control (via the NXA-RGB card) • Pre-installed 802.
Introduction 1700VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Front Panel Components: Light sensor: • Photosensitive light detector for automatic adjustment of the panel brightness (a dim room results in a dimmer LCD display and a bright room results in a brighter LCD display). Note: The light sensor can be adjusted via the Sensor Settings Page section on page 161. Motion sensor (PIR): • Proximity Infrared Detector to wake the panel when the panel is approached.
Introduction 1700VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): USB connector (2): (Side panel location on NXD-Wall Mount panels) • The two Type-A USB ports can connect up to two external keyboard or mouse devices for use with Virtual PC applications. • These ports can be used to communicate to a PC and transfer pass-thru touch control from the external devices, thru the NXA-AVB/RGB, to the PC, and then back again.
Introduction 1700VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: Several items are included within both the Video and RGB Kits. Any items not specifically included within those kits are considered optional. • CB-TP17 (FG034-10): 17" metallic conduit box for Wall Mount installations.
Introduction 1700VG Panel Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment (Cont.
Introduction VG-Series Modero Connectors FIG. 1 shows the connectors on the VG-Series Modero panels. NXT VG-Series connectors located on rear panel of the base NXD VG-Series connectors located on left side panel RGB A L 12VDC RGB Composite/RGB and pass-thru control (CAT5) AUDIO/VIDEO ETHERNET Audio-Video from NXA-AVB/RGB Ethernet (CAT5) (CAT5) PROGRAM PWR Power Stereo Output Keyboard/Mouse USB connectors (2) Mini-USB (Program Port) FIG.
Touch Panel Accessories Touch Panel Accessories Overview The following section outlines and describes both the included accessories and other AMX equipment available for both the Video and Video/RGB models of touch panels. When working with firmware, it is important to note that version 1.xx of firmware should only be loaded onto box’s using 1.xx series firmware. The version 2.xx firmware should only be loaded onto box's running 2.xx series firmware.
Touch Panel Accessories Product Specifications NXA-AVB/RGB Specifications Dimensions (HWD): • 1.52" x 5.54" x 4.93" (3.86 cm x 14.07 cm x 12.52 cm) • Width when attached to mounting ears: 6.65" (16.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-AVB/RGB Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: • AC-RK Equipment Rack Kit (FG575) • NXA-MTC/RGB Combo Table Top cable (CA2250-70) • NXA-RGBCBL, 15-pin to 5X BNC RGB Breakout cable (FG2250-80) RGB RJ-45 connection and wiring information This RJ-45 connector is used to route the signals connected to the RGB / Component input port on the rear of the AVB/RGB Breakout Box to the VG-Series Modero panel.
Touch Panel Accessories Using the HD-15 high-density connector Connect the RGB/Comp source equipment HD-15 (male) connector to the RGB/COMPONENT HD-15 high-density connector (female) on the rear of the NXA-AVB/RGB Breakout Box. The following table below lists the HD-15 connector pinouts.
Touch Panel Accessories The breakout box unit can be mounted on either a horizontal flat surface or into an equipment rack (by removing the front screws and attaching it to an optional AC-RK). The power supply being used on the NXA-AVB/RGB is dependant on the power requirements of the target touch panel. Use the NXA-MTC/RGB Combo Table Top cable (CA2250-70) to provide both communication and 10/100 network connectivity between the panel, NXA-AVB/RGB, NetLinx Master, and the network.
Touch Panel Accessories • MIC OUT: 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector, divided into GND, OUT-, and OUT+ terminal connectors. An example of this cable is to strip the terminal ends of a 3.5mm mini-jack and insert them into their respective locations on the Mic Out port. This signal can be fed as a Line Level In to either an amplifier or an AMX VOL card. Either a balanced (+, -, and GND) or unbalanced (+ and GND) audio signal can be connected to this output. • AUDIO IN: 6-pin 3.
Touch Panel Accessories GND Left Channel ININ+ GND ININ+ Unbalanced IN (Jumper IN- to GND) Right Channel Unbalanced IN (Jumper IN- to GND) Microphone Unbalanced OUT AUDIO IN MIC OUT GND OUTOUT+ FIG. 5 Wiring the rear AUDIO IN and MIC OUT for use with Unbalanced Audio Wiring the NXA-AVB/RGB for Balanced Audio Professional audio equipment will often use balanced audio inputs and outputs, usually on 3-pin "XLR" connectors.
Touch Panel Accessories Preparing your panel for Pass-Thru Control (using the NXA-AVB/RGB Breakout Box) Pass-thru control allows the NXA-AVB/RGB to act as a control bridge between the USB input signals (coming from a touch panel via the NXA-RGB card) and a target computer. The pass-thru is routed from the USB Input device, through the panel, then through internal NXA-RGB card and to the front RGB RJ-45 connector on the NXA-AVB/RGB.
Touch Panel Accessories Wiring for Pass-Thru Computer Control 1. Discharge any acquired static electricity by touching a grounded metal object. 2. Turn-off your computer and remove any installed power cables. Review FIG. 7 for an overview of the overall wiring configuration surrounding pass-thru control.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-MTC/RGB Combo Table Top Cable (CA2250-70) The VG-Series of Modero Touch Panels (fitted with either an RGB Kit (Video/RGB) or upgraded with an optional NXA-RGBKIT (FG2255-11)) are shipped with a 10' (3.048 m) NXA-MTC/RGB Modero cable (CA2250-70) that supports both RGB, Ethernet, Audio/Video, and Power connections. This cable (FIG. 8) comes terminated with three RJ45 connectors (Ethernet/AV/RGB) and a single 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector (for power). FIG.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-MTC/RGB Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: • Installation Kit for 15" NXD panels (KA2251-02): - 2-pin mini-Phoenix connector (41-5025) - Three Phillips-head screws (#4-20 x 0.250 Black) (80-0114-08) - Two CAT5 Suppression Ferrites (04-0014) - Four Drywall clips (62-5924-05) and #6 -metal strips (80-0192) • Installation Kit for 12" NXT panels (KA2251-03): - 2-pin mini-Phoenix connector (41-5025) - Three Phillips-head screws (#4-20 x 0.
Touch Panel Accessories The following table provides the wiring information for each of the four (4) available connectors on each side of the NXA-MTC/RGB Tabletop Cable.
Touch Panel Accessories 5. Repeat this process again only when installing an additional CAT5 Suppression Ferrite (model specific). 3 To Touch Panel 2 1 Ferrite Ferrite 4 6 inches Connector 1 - used for Audio/Video (Black) Connector 2 - used for Ethernet (White) Connector 3 - used for Power Connector 4 - used for RGB (Blue) FIG.
Touch Panel Accessories Product Specifications NXA-RGB Specifications Dimensions (HWD): • 0.88" x 3.50" x 6.50" (2.22 cm x 8.89 cm x 16.51 cm) Weight: • 0.85 lbs (0.
Touch Panel Accessories Supported Component/VGA Video Resolutions and Formats NXA-RGB Supported Resolutions and Formats Resolutions Refresh Rates: Descriptions 560 x 192 60 Hz • Apple II 560 x 384 60 Hz • MAC 12” 640 x 350 60 Hz • EGA HP 12” 640 x 416 60 Hz • DOS machines 640 x 480 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz, 85 Hz • VGA VGA Compatible signals: 720 x 532 60 Hz • IBM 3472 800 x 600 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz, 80 Hz • SVGA 900 x 720 60 Hz • Power PC 7 and Power PC 8 1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75
Touch Panel Accessories RGB RJ-45 Connector Pinouts and Signals Pin Color Function Polarity 1 Orange-White Blue Video - 2 Orange Blue Video + 3 Green-White Data (bidirectional) - 4 Blue Green Video - 5 Blue-White Green Video + 6 Green Data (bidirectional) + 7 Brown-White Red Video - 8 Brown Red Video + TIA 568B It is important that the correct pairing is observed.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-PCI80211G Wireless Card (FG2255-04) The 1200V-Series and VG-Series Modero touch panels can connect to an internal NXA-PCI80211G mini-PCI Wireless Card (FIG. 13) connected to two antennas (57-2250-10). FIG. 13 NXA-PCI80211G mini-PCI Wireless Card The NXA-PCI80211G card functions using a 2.4GHz bandwidth with a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps. This card is compatible with IEEE 802.11 standards such as: 802.11b and 802.11g.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-PCI80211G Specifications (Cont.) Features: • Contains integrated power amplifier (PA) and low-noise amplifier (LNA) • Diversity Antenna Connectors automatically select the best available signal • Enhanced transmit and receive chains • Field-installable • Increased sensitivity and multipath tolerance • Operates from 2.300-2.500 GHz • Operate at ISM frequency bands (2.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-PCI80211G Specifications (Cont.) Security: • 64-bit and 128-bit WEP Availability: • All 1200V-Series and VG-Series NXT Table Top panels can be field upgraded for wireless communication using the optional NXA-PCI80211G mini-PCI card.
Touch Panel Accessories 6. In a single motion, carefully pull the outer housing up and then out (away from the LCD panel) to expose the internal circuit board (FIG. 19). The NXA-RGB card is available within both the optional RGB Kit and NXA-RGBKIT upgrade. 7. Unscrew the Stereo Output nut from the Stereo Output jack. 8. Firmly grab the existing connector plate and slide it up and away from the base. This part is later replaced with the RGB connector plate. Step 2: Install the 802.
Touch Panel Accessories 5. While maintaining the 25° angle alignment on the new module, push it in firmly until the contact pins are completely inside the connector and the card "snaps" into place (FIG. 18). 6. Push the card downward (to the main board) until the side braces snap atop the NXA-PCI80211G and hold it in place. Antennas connectors Connection point between the braces and the mini-PCI card FIG. 18 Installation of the mini-PCI card connector on main board 7.
Touch Panel Accessories Outer Housing NXA-RGB card NXA-RGB card screw locations (4) RGB I/O connector plate FIG. 19 Location of the NXA-RGB card and I/O plate Step 4: Install the Compact Flash Memory Card upgrade 1. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object and then locate the existing Compact Flash card (factory-shipped with 128 MB) on the main board (FIG. 20 for Table Top panels and FIG. 23 for Wall Mount panels).
Touch Panel Accessories Card removal grooves On-board Compact Flash connector (with pins) Insert with arrow facing towards the pins Connector opening FIG. 21 Removing/installing a Compact Flash Memory card 4. Remove the new CF memory card from it’s anti-static bag. 5. Grip the sides of the new CF memory card and firmly insert it into the slot opening (with the arrow facing towards the pins) until the contact pins are completely inside the flash card and it is then securely attached to the pin sockets.
Touch Panel Accessories 8. Grasp both the LCD and housing and then rotate the entire unit back onto a flat surface. 9. Insert all connectors and apply power. Installation and Upgrade of the Internal NXD Components Upgrading the components within a WallMount panel involves removing the rear plastic outer housing (back box), removing and/or installing an existing component, and then placing the back box back onto the NXD panel, as described in the following sections.
Touch Panel Accessories Step 2: Install the new 802.11g mini-PCI Wireless card (NXD) Complete the procedures outlined within Step 2: Install the 802.11g mini-PCI Wireless Card section on page 38 and then continue with the following step. Step 3: Install the new RGB Card Component (NXD) 1. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object. 2. Locate the RGB card’s slot connector on the main board and align it with its counterpart on the bottom of the NXA-RGB card. 3.
Touch Panel Accessories 3. Remove the previous I/O plate adhesive overlay (this reveals a pre-drilled RGB connector opening) and replace it with the new adhesive RGB overlay (53-2250-03). 4. Reinstall the upgraded RGB I/O connector plate by aligning all connectors to their respective locations (FIG. 24). FIG. 24 NXD I/O plate with upgraded RGB overlay 5. Secure the I/O plate using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver and then twist the Stereo Output nut back onto the Stereo Output jack.
Touch Panel Accessories NXA-BASE/B Battery Base Kit (FG2255K) The NXA-BASE/B Battery Base is a Modero accessory that allows the Modero Table Top touch panels (NXT) to function off the collective charge of two internally connected NXT-BP batteries (FG2255-10). The base provides both power and battery information to the panel via the panel interface connector (FIG. 26).
Touch Panel Accessories Checking the NXT-BP battery charge 1. Press the Battery Life Indicator button (FIG. 27) once to illuminate the Battery Life LEDs and display the percent charge remaining on the battery (this indication lasts a few seconds). Battery Life (Charge) Display Battery Life Indicator button FIG. 27 NXT-BP (showing Battery Life Indicator button and charge) 2. Repeat the above step for each NXT-BP battery. 3.
Touch Panel Accessories The battery base cannot be "hot-swapped". A panel receiving power through a connected 12 VDC-compliant power supply cannot have a battery base installed onto the bottom of the panel while powered. POWER OFF the panel before installing the NXA-BASE/B. "Hot swapping" could damage the base and cause it not to be recognized by the panel. 5. Gently apply downward pressure until the panel is securely mounted to the battery base (FIG. 29).
Touch Panel Accessories NXT-BP Battery #2 Battery Connectors Interface connector Battery Connector Port FRONT Battery #2 slot Battery Compartment NXT-BP Battery #1 FIG. 30 Battery installation procedure 3. Align the battery connectors with the corresponding battery connector port (located inside the battery compartment), as shown in FIG. 30. 4. Insert the NXT-BP battery until the connectors securely fit into the battery connector port. 5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for the other battery. 6.
Touch Panel Accessories NXT-CHG Battery Charger Kit (FG2255-50K) The NXT-CHG Kit includes one charger and two batteries. The optional NXT-CHG Modero Power Station (FIG. 31) is a two-slot, stand-alone battery charger that can be used to recharge up to two NXT-BP batteries. The batteries are charged in the order they are inserted into the charger. The NXT-CHG Slot 1 has the feature of being able to completely discharge and recharge (recalibrate) a battery.
Touch Panel Accessories Powering the NXT-CHG The NXT-CHG Smart Battery Charger uses an included power supply to charge inserted batteries. 1. Connect the rear of the NXT-CHG to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power adapter to the provided power cord (with plug). 3. Provide power to the unit by connecting the power cord (with plug) into a power outlet that meets the requirements outlined in the Specifications section for the NXT-CHG. Reading NXT-CHG LED Indicator FIG.
Touch Panel Accessories Recalibrating the batteries The recalibration process increases the accuracy of the battery charge level. Recalibration of the batteries is only done upon request from the Modero on-screen Battery Base page. Refer to the Battery Base Page section on page 152 for more detailed Battery Base page information. Recalibration can only be done with Slot 1 on the NXT-CHG. 1. Place the selected battery securely into Slot 1 (left slot) until there is activity on the Slot 1 LED. 2.
Touch Panel Accessories 52 VG-Series Modero Touch Panels
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Overview NXT panels are mounted onto flat (horizontal) surfaces in either a stand-alone or combo (NXT atop an NXA-BASE/B battery base) configuration. NXD panels are installed into either a pre-wall surface (using a CB-TP12/CB-TP15 conduit/wallbox) or a solid surface (using either solid surface or drywall screws).
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Removing the Original Modero Back Box 1. Detach all connectors from the side of the touch panel. 2. Remove the magnetic faceplate from the NXD unit by gripping the faceplate and pulling outwards while applying a small amount of pressure to remove it from the main unit. 3. Place the LCD face-down on a soft cloth to expose the back of the panel and prevent scratching of the LCD. 4. Unscrew the Stereo Output nut from the Stereo Output jack. 5.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels DO NOT REMOVE Twelve #6-32 securing screws MB-TP12/15 back box Connector Opening Strain relief grommet (Clip facing up) Rim of the strain relief grommet should lie flush against enclosure Securing hole locations (3 on each side) Internal panel casing Four (pan-head) Housing Screws Rear plastic cover Four (#8-32) screws FIG. 34 Location of the attachment screws on the NXD back box and VESA housing Cable Installation for the MP-TP12/15 Back Box 1.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels VERIFY THE LENGTH AND LOCATION OF THE INSERTED CABLES. ONCE THE STRAIN RELIEF GROMMET IS CLOSED, IT IS DIFFICULT TO RE-OPEN. 4. Carefully apply pressure to close the strain relief grommet over the desired cable location. Verify the Strain Relief Grommet is securely closed over the cables and the clip is facing the correct direction (upwards). The process of securing the strain relief grommet may require the use of pliers.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels .72[18MM] 3.83[97MM] 3.23[82MM] 4.52[115MM] FIG. 36 MB-TP15 Mounting contact surface area When installing a VESA mount to the rear plastic cover, use only the AMX provided #8-32 screws. 11. Secure these four #8-32 screws to the rear plastic cover by using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver. This step secures the VESA mount to the rear of the panel.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Pre-wall Installation of the Conduit Boxes Wall Mount panels (NXDs) are contained within a metallic outer housing (back box). This back box is not removed when installing the NXD into a conduit box (CB-TP15 or CB-TP12). The back box is only removed to either gain access for the replacement of the Memory/Compact Flash or upgrade the unit with an MB-TP Universal VESA Mounting Kit.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Installation of the NXD Touch Panel The NXD panel can be installed either directly into the (optional) CB-TP12/15 or other solid surface environment using the two different mounting options: drywall clips or solid surface screws. The following sections describe mounting the touch panel directly into a pre-wall installed conduit box, a solid surface or drywall, and optional NXA-RK Rack Mount Kit.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels 4. Test the incoming wiring by connecting the panel connections to their terminal locations and applying power. Verify the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent repetition of the installation. 5. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the connected power supply. Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with the attached connectors before being inserted into the conduit box. 6.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels CUTOUT FRONT BEZEL FIG. 40 NXD-1200VG 12-inch Wall Mount panel dimensions using expansion clips 3. Remove the magnetic faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 42) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 42) by gripping the faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force. 4. Thread the incoming RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any other audio/video wiring (from their terminal locations) through the cutout opening.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels * * * Notches are NOT SYMMETRICAL CUTOUT FRONT BEZEL FIG. 41 NXD-1500VG 15-inch Wall Mount panel dimensions using expansion clips Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with the attached connectors before being inserted into the drywall. 8. Insert the four sets of drywall screws and expansion clips into the four oval notch locations along the top/bottom edges of the main unit (FIG. 41). 9.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels 4 notches are required if the unit is installed in drywall using the four (4) provided drywall expansion clips Install the four drywall clip sets (included) into these holes Mounting Tab A - Faceplate (bezel) B - Main NXD unit consists of the touch panel and housing FIG.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels THESE 4 HOLES ARE ONLY REQUIRED WHEN MOUNTING UNIT TO A SOLID SURFACE (PODIUM, DESK, ETC.). SECURE UNIT WITH #4 SCREWS. CUTOUT FRONT BEZEL FIG. 43 NXD 12-inch Wall Mount panel dimensions using #4 mounting screws 3. Remove the magnetic faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 45) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 45) by gripping the faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force. 4.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels CUTOUT FRONT BEZEL FIG. 44 NXD 15-inch Wall Mount panel dimensions using #4 mounting screws 5. Connect all data and power wiring to their corresponding locations along the side of the (un-powered) NXD touch panel. Verify the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to power supply before plugging in the 2-pin power connector. The USB connectors can be from a either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF transmitter. 6.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Attachment is done along the edges of the cutout Install the four (#4) mounting screws into the holes (screws not included) A - Faceplate (bezel) Flat surface (can include a wall, podium, or other flat surface) B - Main NXD unit consists of the touch panel and housing FIG. 45 Wall Mount panel installation configuration for flat/solid surfaces 11.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with the necessary connectors before being inserted into the equipment rack. 6. Insert the main 12-inch Modero unit into an NXA-RK12 (FIG. 46) or the 15-inch Modero into an NXA-RK15 (FIG. 47). Rack mount frame (NXA-RK12) Faceplate FIG. 46 NXD 12 inch Wall Mount panel installed into an NXA-RK12 Rack Mount Kit Rack mount frame (NXA-RK15) Faceplate FIG.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels 9. Use a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to secure the NXA-RK (with connected NXD unit) to the equipment rack using #10-32 screws (not included). 10. Place the magnet faceplate back onto the main NXD unit by gripping the faceplate and placing it on the housing with gentle force. Make sure to align the Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their respective openings on the front bezel/faceplate. 11.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels 3. Verify the connection of the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix to the power supply. Audio/Video Port: Connections and Wiring The following table shows the signal and pinout/pairing information used on the RJ-45 Audio and Video connections.
Installation Procedures: 12" and 15" Panels The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing associated with the Ethernet connector.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Overview NXT panels are mounted onto flat (horizontal) surfaces in either a stand-alone or combo (NXT atop an NXA-BASE/B battery base) configuration. NXD panels are installed into either a pre-wall surface (using the CB-TP17 conduit/wallbox) or a solid surface (using either solid surface or drywall screws). Unpacking the Panel 1. Inspect and confirm the contents of the shipment box to verify that you have all specified parts.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels DO NOT REMOVE THE PANEL SECURING SCREWS. These screws secure the LCD to the metallic casing underneath. 4. Unscrew the Stereo Output nut from the Stereo Output jack. 5. Remove the I/O connector plate by using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the two screws and slide the I/O connector plate away from the back box housing. 6. Remove the four pan-head Housing Screws from the rear of the NXD unit (FIG. 51).
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels DO NOT REMOVE Ten #6-32 securing screws MB-TP17 back box (62-0033-50) Connector opening Strain relief grommet (Clip facing up) Rim of the strain relief grommet should lie flush against enclosure Securing hole locations (2 on each side) Internal panel casing Four (pan-head) Housing Screws Rear plastic cover (60-0033-50) Four (#8-32) screws FIG. 52 Location of the attachment screws on the NXD back box and VESA housing Cable Installation for the MP-TP17 Back Box 1.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels VERIFY THE LENGTH AND LOCATION OF THE INSERTED CABLES. ONCE THE STRAIN RELIEF GROMMET IS CLOSED, IT IS DIFFICULT TO RE-OPEN. 4. Carefully apply pressure to close the strain relief grommet over the desired cable location. Verify the Strain Relief Grommet is securely closed over the cables and the clip is facing the correct direction (upwards). The process of securing the strain relief grommet may require the use of pliers.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Rear plastic cover (rear view) Rim of the strain relief grommet should lie flush against enclosure CLIP FACING UP VESA mount connection location (USE ONLY AMX PROVIDED #8-32 screws) FIG. 54 Installation of grommet into the rear plastic enclosure Refer to your particular VESA mount manufacturer’s installation procedures for further surface mounting procedures.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 3. Cutout the notched beam using a height of 13.554" (34.43 cm) (as shown below in FIG. 55) and a depth equal to the thickness of the drywall. Before After ~14" to 16" Use a block to secure the Conduit Box to the notched stud 13.554" (34.43 cm) 17.07" (43.36 cm) Horizontal support beam Mounting tabs flush on the OUTSIDE of sheetrock FIG.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Stud Inserted block bridges the gap between the Conduit Box and the notched beam Knockouts should be located on the left-side of the conduit box, alongside the connectors Stud fastening holes Conduit Box can be fastened to both studs) Drywall/sheetrock Use four #8 flat-head Mounting Screws to secure the NXD to the CB Secure Beam to block Mounting tabs for NXD Wall Mount panel should be flush with the outside of the sheetrock Depth depends on the thickness of the Dryw
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Stud Support block Four #8 flat-head Mounting Screws (not included) secure the NXD to the Conduit Box C - Optional CB-TP17 conduit/wallbox Mounting Tab Do not use these tabs to mount the conduit /wallbox These are ONLY used to secure the main unit to the CB A - Faceplate (bezel) B - Main NXD unit consists of the touch panel and backbox housing FIG. 57 Wall Mount panel installation configuration of a CB-TP17 in a pre-wall construction 4.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Installing the NXD-1700VG into drywall using Expansion Clips Expansion clips are mounted through the four oval holes located along the rim of the NXD-1700VG. As the screw is tightened, the clip bends toward the insertion hole and into the wall. This bending creates a "grip" on the wall by either pressing onto the wall or by securing the drywall between the housing and the drywall clip.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels INSTALLER: LEAVE A GAP BETWEEN THE SURFACE OF THE STUD AND THE BACK BOX MOUNTING RIDGE TO ACCOMMODATE THE DRYWALL/ SHEETROCK. This gap allows the installation of the drywall/sheetrock after the back box has been mounted onto the beams. 2. Locate the edges of the two studs used in this installation. The location of the NXD is site dependant and could involve notching more than one beam.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Install the four drywall clip sets (included) into these holes Four notches are required if the unit is installed in drywall using the four provided drywall expansion clips 13.554" (34.43 cm) Mounting Tab Notching of one or more stud beams may be required if the unit is not framed into the wall. A - Faceplate (bezel) B - Main NXD unit consists of the LCD panel and back box housing FIG. 60 Wall Mount panel (NXD) installation using expansion clips 7.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 11. Connect all data and power wiring connectors to their corresponding locations along the side of the (un-powered) NXD touch panel. Verify the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to a power supply before plugging in the 2-pin power connector. The USB connectors can be from either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF transmitter. 12. Test the incoming wiring by attaching the panel connections to their terminal locations and applying power.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels Installing the NXD-1700VG into a Flat Surface using #6 screws Mounting screws (#6, not included) are secured through two sets of circular holes located at the left and right sides of the NXD-1700VG. The most important thing to remember when mounting the NXD Wall Mount is that the outer frame (Mounting Tabs) must be installed flush against the mounting surface. Most beams have a distance of about 14" to 16". This is too narrow to accommodate the 17.03" (43.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels FIG. 61 NXD-1700VG Wall Mount panel dimensions using #4 mounting screws 6. Remove the magnetic faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 62) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 62) by gripping the faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force. Notching of one or more stud beams may be required if the unit is not framed into the wall. 13.554" (34.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 7. Carefully lay the separated LCD (from the main unit) onto a soft cloth resting on a level surface. This soft cloth prevents scratching during the rest of the installation procedure. 8. Insert the back box into the surface cutout to check for fit. Make any adjustments to the dimension of the cutout to accommodate the back box. 9. Cutout the notched beam (FIG. 62 on page 84) using a height of 13.554" (34.43 cm) and a depth using the following guideline.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 18. Reconnect the terminal RJ-45, Ethernet, and any optional audio/video wiring to their respective terminal locations on either the NXA-AVB/RGB Breakout Box, Ethernet port, or NetLinx Master. 19. Reconnect the terminal power connector on the 12 VDC-compliant power supply and apply power. Installing an NXD into an (optional) Rack Mount Kit (NXA-RK17) 1.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 9. Use a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to secure the NXA-RK17 to the equipment rack using #10-32 screws (not included). 10. Place the magnetic faceplate back onto the main NXD unit by gripping the faceplate and placing it on the housing with gentle force. Make sure to align the Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their respective openings on the front bezel/faceplate. 11.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 3. Verify the connection of the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix to the power supply. Audio/Video Port: Connections and Wiring The following table shows the signal and pinout/pairing information used on the RJ-45 Audio and Video connections.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing associated with the Ethernet connector.
Installation Procedures: 17" Panels 90 VG-Series Modero Touch Panels
Panel Calibration Panel Calibration Overview This section outlines the steps for calibrating the touch panel. It is recommended that you calibrate the panel before its initial use and after completing a firmware download. Modero panels are factory setup with specific demo touch panel pages. The first splash screen that appears indicates the panel is receiving power, beginning to load firmware, and preparing to display the default touch panel pages.
Panel Calibration 2. Press the crosshairs (on the Calibrate page) to set the calibration points on the LCD (FIG. 69). The request to touch the crosshairs is the first on-screen message Calibration successful is the second on-screen message that appears after the calibration process is completed On-screen crosshairs used for calibration of the touch device FIG. 69 Touch Panel Calibration Screens 3. After the "Calibration Successful.
Configuring Communication Configuring Communication Overview Communication between the Modero panel and the Master is done using either USB or ETHERNET (DHCP or Static IP). Ethernet communication can be achieved through either a direct connection (Ethernet) or through the use of the optional NXA-PCI80211G wireless interface card. USB input devices must be plugged into the rear or side USB connectors before the G4 panel is powered-up.
Configuring Communication 6. Press Done to close the keypad, assign the number, and return to the Protected Setup page. FIG. 71 Protected Setup page 7. Press the on-screen Reboot button to restart the panel and incorporate any changes. Before continuing, open NetLinx Studio. This program assists in developing a System Number, Master IP/URL, and Master Port number. Refer to your NetLinx Master’s instruction manuals for more information. 8.
Configuring Communication There are 2 possible Master Connection Types available: USB or Ethernet. A USB connection type is a direct connection from the panel’s mini-USB port to a corresponding USB port on the PC (acting as a Virtual Master). An Ethernet connection type involves indirect communication from the panel to a Master via an Ethernet connection to the network.
Configuring Communication For Windows XP machines the setup program asks if you would like to create a restore point. It is always a good idea to create restore points prior to installing new software. Click the Next button when done. 9. At the end of the installation, press the Finish button.
Configuring Communication 7. Press the on-screen Reboot button to both save any changes and restart the panel. Remember that the panel’s connection type must be set to USB prior to rebooting the panel and prior to inserting the USB connector. 8. ONLY AFTER the unit displays the first panel page, THEN insert the mini-USB connector into the Program Port on the panel. It may take a minute for the panel to detect the new connection and send a signal to the PC (indicated by a green System Connection icon).
Configuring Communication Step 3: Confirm and View the current AMX USB device connections 1. Navigate to Start > Settings >Control Panel > and double-click the System icon to launch the System Properties dialog. 2. Select the Hardware tab and click on the Device Manager button to launch the Device Manager dialog. Within the Device Manager dialog, the AMX USBLAN device appears under Network Adapters (FIG. 75) and has a unique name such as AMX USB LAN LINK #2.
Configuring Communication IP Address of computer (not needed as this is a direct USB connection) FIG. 76 Assigning Communication Settings for a Virtual Master 5. Click on the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate that you are working as a NetLinx Master. 6. Click on the Virtual Master radio box (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate you are wanting to configure the PC to communicate directly with a panel.
Configuring Communication Step 5: Confirm and View the current AMX USB device connections Use the CC-USB Type-A to Mini-B 5-wire programming cable (FG10-5965) to provide communication between the mini-USB Program port on the touch panel and the PC. This method of communication is used to transfer firmware KIT files and TPD4 touch panel files. A mini-USB connection is only detected after it is installed onto an active panel.
Configuring Communication Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview IP Routing The behavior of the wireless routing is largely dependent on the wired network interface. Although the panel can be connected to two networks simultaneously it may only have one gateway. If the wired network was successfully set up and a gateway was obtained; then the default route for all network traffic will be via the wired network.
Configuring Communication Although the calculations required to encrypt data with WEP can impact the performance of your wireless network, it's generally seen only when running benchmarks, and not large enough to be noticeable in the course of normal network usage. Configuring a Wireless Connection When working with a wireless card, the first step is to configure wireless communication parameters within the Wireless Settings page.
Configuring Communication The information can be found in either the Workspace - System name > Define Device section of your code (that defines the properties for your panel), or in the Device Addressing/Network Addresses section of the Tools > NetLinx Diagnostics dialog. 8. Setup the security and communication parameters between the wireless card and the target WAP by configuring the Wireless Settings section on this page.
Configuring Communication Step 2: Configuring the Card’s Wireless Security Settings The second step to successfully setting up your wireless card is to configure the Wireless Settings section of the Wireless Settings page. The section configures both the communication and security parameters from the internal wireless card to the WAP. The procedures outlined within the following sections use an NXA-WAP200G and the target WAP.
Configuring Communication The remaining Wireless Settings fields are then greyed-out and become read-only. All NXA-WAP200Gs are factory-shipped as an unsecured WAP with no WEP encryption. The WAP200G initial Status page will display the status of both the WEP and WPA (both disabled). 10. Verify the fields in the IP Settings section have been properly configured. Refer to the Step 1: Configuring the Panel’s Wireless IP Settings section on page 102 for detailed information. 11.
Configuring Communication SSID field Mini-PCI wireless card communication settings (for use with a target WAP) Changes on this page take effect after using the BACK button to return to the previous page FIG. 80 Wireless Settings page (Wireless Settings section) You must first take the SSID name, Current Key string value, and panel MAC Address information and then later enter it into the appropriate WAP dialog fields in order to "sync-up" the secure connection.
Configuring Communication 10. Toggle the Default Key field until the you’ve chosen a WEP Key value (from 1- 4) that matches what you’ll be using on your target WAP200G. These WEP Key identifier values must match for both devices. 11. With the proper WEP Key value displayed, press the Generate button to launch the WEP Passphrase keyboard. If you are wanting to have your target WAP (other than a 200G) generate the Current Key Do not press the Generate button and continue with Step 14.
Configuring Communication 13. Write down this Current Key string value for later entry into your WAP’s WEP Key field (typically entered without colons) and into the communicating panel’s Current Key field (FIG. 80). 14. If you are entering a Current Key generated either by your target WAP or another Modero panel, within the WEP Keys section, touch the Key # button to launch the WEP Key # keyboard (FIG. 82), enter the characters and press Done when finished.
Configuring Communication Configuring a Wired Ethernet Connection It is necessary to tell the panel which Master it should be communicating with. This "pointing to a Master" is done via the System Settings page where you configure the IP Address, System Number and Username/Password information assigned to the target Master.
Configuring Communication IP Settings section - Configuring a Static IP Address over Ethernet 1. Select Protected Setup > System Settings (located on the lower-left) to open the System Settings page. 2. Locate the IP Settings section of this page. Check with your System Administrator for a pre-reserved Static IP Address assigned to the panel. This address must be obtained before Static assignment of the panel continues. 3.
Configuring Communication Step 3: Configuring the Ethernet Connection Type When using Ethernet as your communication method, the NetLinx Master must first be setup with either a Static IP or DHCP Address obtained from either NetLinx Studio or your System Administrator. Before beginning: 1. Verify the panel has been configured to communicate either through an Ethernet cable (connected from either the panel to a valid Ethernet Hub) or to a wirelessly to the Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Configuring Communication Master Connection - Virtual Master communication over Ethernet When configuring your panel to communicate with a Virtual Master (on your PC) via Ethernet, the Master IP/URL field must be configured to match the IP Address of the PC and make sure to use the Virtual System value assigned to the Virtual Master within NetLinx Studio. Before beginning: 1.
Configuring Communication 10. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System. The default System value is one. 11. Right-click on the Empty Device Tree/System entry and select Refresh System to re-populate the list. 12. Power-up your panel and press and hold the grey Front Setup Access button (for 3 seconds) to continue with the setup process and proceed to the Setup page. 13.
Configuring Communication Master Connection section - NetLinx Master Ethernet IP Address - URL Mode In this mode, enter the System Number (zero for an unknown System Number) and the IP/URL of the Master (Master Port Number is defaulted to 1319). 1. Press the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to the word Ethernet. Refer to the System Settings Page section on page 159 for more information about the fields on this page. 2.
Configuring Communication 6. Select Diagnostics > URL Listing from the Main menu (FIG. 86). System Address reflects the value set in the Device Addressing tab Used to obtain an existing URL List from Master Used to set the URL List on Master FIG. 86 URL List dialog 7. Enter the System and Device number for the specific Master associated with your panel (as seen in the Online Tree tab). 8. Click Add and enter the IP Address of the Modero touch panel into the Add URL dialog box. 9.
Configuring Communication Using G4 Web Control to Interact with a G4 Panel The G4 Web Control feature allows you to use a PC to interact with a G4 enabled panel via the web. This feature works in tandem with the new browser-capable NetLinx Security firmware update (build 300 or higher). G4 Web Control is only available with the latest Modero panel firmware. Refer to the G4 Web Control Settings section on page 165 for more detailed field information.
Configuring Communication 9. From the Web Name keyboard, enter a unique alpha-numeric string to identify this panel. This information is used by the NetLinx Security Web Server to display on-screen links to the panel. The on-screen links use the IP Address of the panel and not the name for communication (FIG. 88). FIG. 88 Sample relationship between G4 Web Control and Mange WebControl Connections window 10. Press Done after you are finished assigning the alpha-numeric string for the Web Control name. 11.
Configuring Communication Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panels Refer to your particular NetLinx Master’s instruction manual for detailed information on how to download the latest firmware from www.amx.com. This firmware build enables SSL certificate identification and encryption, HTTPS communication, ICSP data encryption, and disables the ability to alter the Master security properties via a TELNET session.
Configuring Communication 6. Click on the G4 panel name link associated with the target panel. A secondary web browser window appears on the screen (FIG. 90). FIG. 90 Web Control VNC installation and Password entry screens 7. Click Yes from the Security Alert popup window to agree to the installation of the G4 WebControl application on your computer. This application contains the necessary Active X and VNC client applications necessary to properly view and control the panel pages from your computer.
Configuring Communication 10. Enter the Web Control session password into the Session Password field (FIG. 90). This password was previously entered into the Web Control Password field within the G4 Web Control page on the panel. 11. Click OK to send the password to the panel and begin the session. A confirmation message appears stating "Please wait, Initial screen loading.". The secondary window then becomes populated with the same G4 page being displayed on the target G4 panel.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Upgrading Modero Firmware Overview Before beginning the Upgrade process: Setup and configure your NetLinx Master. Refer to your particular NetLinx Master instruction manual for detailed setup procedures. Calibrate and prepare the communication pages on the Modero panel for use. Refer to the Panel Calibration section on page 91. Refer to the NetLinx Studio version 2.x or higher Help file for more information on uploading files via Ethernet.
Upgrading Modero Firmware ALL fields are then greyed-out and read-only, but still display any previous network information. 5. Press the Back button on the touch panel to return to the Protected Setup page. 6. Press the on-screen Reboot button to both save any changes and restart the panel. Remember that the panel’s connection type must be set to USB prior to rebooting the panel and prior to inserting the USB connector. 7.
Upgrading Modero Firmware 7. From within this dialog enter the System number (default is 1). 8. Click OK three times to close the open dialogs, save your settings, and return to the main NetLinx Studio application. 9. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System. The default System value is one. 10. Right-click on the Empty Device Tree/System entry and select Refresh System to re-populate the list.
Upgrading Modero Firmware 5. If the panel firmware being used is not current, download the latest Kit file by first logging in to www.amx.com and then navigate to Tech Center > Firmware Files and from within the Modero section of the web page locate your Modero panel. 6. Click on the desired Kit file link and after you’ve accepted the Licensing Agreement, verify you have downloaded the Modero Kit file to a known location. 7.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Upgrading the Modero Firmware via an IP Address Before beginning with this section, verify that your panel is powered and connected to the NetLinx Master through an Ethernet connection (direct or wireless). Step 1: Prepare the Master for communication via an IP 1. Obtain the IP Address of the NetLinx Master from your System Administrator.
Upgrading Modero Firmware 8. Click the New button to open the New TCP/IP Settings dialog where you can enter both a previously obtained DHCP or Static IP Address and an associated description for the connection into their respective fields. 9. Place a checkmark within the Automatically Ping the Master Controller to ensure availability radio box to make sure the Master is initially responding online before establishing full communication. 10.
Upgrading Modero Firmware 6. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page and press the on-screen Reboot button to restart the panel and save any changes. Step 3: Verify and Upgrade the panel firmware via an IP 1. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the System. The default System value is one. 2.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Selected Firmware file Description field for selected KIT file Firmware download status Device value and System number must match the values listed in the Workspace window FIG. 97 Send to NetLinx Device dialog (showing Modero firmware update via IP) 11. Click Close (after the panel reboots) to return to the main program. 12. Right-click the associated System number and select Refresh System.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Target Panel Device # NXA-RGB firmware NXA-AVB/RGB (BOB version) NetLinx Studio Online Tree tab Accessory’s corresponding firmware page FIG. 98 Location of Firmware version information within NetLinx Studio Firmware can also be downloaded to accessory items via a direct USB connection using the PC as a Virtual Master (Upgrading the Modero Firmware via the USB port section on page 121).
Upgrading Modero Firmware FIG. 99 Battery Base page The battery base firmware is shown on the right of the Battery Base page. Verify you have downloaded the latest firmware file from www.amx.com and then save the KIT file to your computer. Step 2: Upgrade the NXA-BASE/B firmware via an IP 1. Click on the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the System. The default System value is one. 2.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Selected Battery Base Firmware file Description field for selected KIT file Firmware download status Device value and System number must match the values listed in the Workspace window FIG. 100 Send to NetLinx Device dialog (showing NXA-BASE/B firmware update via IP) The firmware for the battery base can not be downloaded directly. Download of the KIT file to the BASE/B is done through the panel.
Upgrading Modero Firmware Upgrading the NXA-RGB and NXA-AVB/RGB Firmware 1. Identify the Device number of the target panel being used for firmware routing to the accessories. 2. Complete the instructions for configuring the NetLinx Master for IP communication found in the Step 1: Prepare the Master for communication via an IP section on page 125. 3. Press the grey Front Setup Access button for 3 seconds to open the Setup page. 4.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Firmware Pages and Descriptions Overview This section describes each firmware page and their specific functional elements. Setup Navigation Buttons The Setup Navigation Buttons (FIG. 102) appear on-screen when the Setup page is active. Modero Setup Navigation Buttons FIG.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Setup Navigation Button Elements (Cont.) Audio: Press the Audio button to access the Audio Settings page, where you can alter the audio parameters on the Modero panel. • Refer to the Audio Settings Page section on page 140 for more detailed information. Video: Press the Video button to access the Video Settings page, where you can set the video properties for incoming video. • This button only appears on Color Video (CV) capable touch panels.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Setup Page Elements (Cont.) Connection Status: Displays whether the panel is communicating externally, the encryption status of the communicating Master, what connection type is being used (Ethernet or USB), and what System the panel is a part of. This visual display of the connection status is also reflected at the upper-right of each firmware page.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Panel Information Page The Panel Information page (FIG. 104) centers around Modero panel properties such as the resolution used, on-board memory, firmware, address/channel information, and string information. This information is retrieved from the Modero panel FIG.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Panel Information Page Elements (Cont.) Power Up Pages: Displays the first touch panel page assigned for display after the device is powered-up. • This information is taken from the TPD4 project file. • Most projects begin with a Main page. Start Up String: Displays the start-up string. Wake Up String: Displays the wake up string used after an activation from a timeout. Sleep String: Displays the sleep string used during a panel’s sleep mode.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Project Information Page Elements (Cont.) Creation Date: Displays the project creation date. Revision Date: Displays the last revision date for the project. Last Save Date: Displays the last date the project was saved. Blink Rate: Displays the feedback blink rate (10th of second). Job Comments: Displays any comments associated to the job. These comments are taken from the TPD4 project file. Time & Date Settings Page The Time & Date Settings page (FIG.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Time & Date Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Set Date/Time: This section provides a user with both UP/DN arrow buttons to alter the Master’s calendar date and time. The blue circle indicates which field is currently selected. • Select the Year field and use the UP/DN buttons to alter the year value (range = 2000 - 2037). • Select the Month field and use the UP/DN buttons to alter the month value (range = 1 - 12).
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Audio Settings Page The Audio Settings page (FIG. 107) allows you to adjust the master volume parameters and default panel sounds on the panel. FIG. 107 Audio Settings page The elements of the Audio Settings page are described in the table below: Audio Settings Page Elements Back: Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Audio Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Mic Out Level: Allows you to adjust the current Microphone volume level (being received from the communicating breakout box). • Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the Microphone volume level (range = 0 - 100). • The Mic Out Level bargraph indicates the current Mic Out level. Supported sampling rates for WAV The following is a listing of supported sampling rates associated for WAV files played on these panels.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Video Slide-Out Menu Pressing the on-screen Video button causes an option menu to slide outwards from the Navigation buttons (FIG. 109). This option menu provides you with three choices: Video Adjustment, RGB Adjustment, and Streaming Adjustment. Each of these options corresponds to an on-board slot position where the related components reside (as seen below).
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Video Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Video Settings: • The Black & White button toggles the Black & White display mode. Default = Off. • The Sharpness button toggles the Interpolate (Sharpness) feature. Default = On. • The Interlace button toggles the Interlacing feature. Default = On. Status: Displays whether or not a video-sync signal is detected.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions RGB Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Settings: • The Default Settings button sets the RGB settings to their default values (indicated in this table). • The Undo Changes button disregards any changes made on the page since the last settings were saved. • The Save Settings button saves any changes made to the RGB Adjustment page. • The Sync on Green button sets the NXA-RGB card to search for the sync signal on Green signal.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions RGB Settings Page Elements (Cont.) All Brightness: Provides an on-screen RGB Brightness popup dialog that allows you to select from several brightness level adjustment settings.The bargraph only serves to give the user a visual indication of the individual brightness levels and launch the RGB Brightness popup dialog. Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the overall RGB brightness levels of the NXA-RGB card.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions RGB Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Skew: (not an issue if using a VideoTwist 7987 cable) The process of skewing involves applying a convergence control to the Red, Green, and Blue signal delivery through the terminal end of a cable. The skew value conforms to a nanosecond signal delay of the individual RGB signals. Different CAT5/6 cables use different materials and come in different cable lengths.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions To adjust these properties: 1. Press the incoming signal area of the RGB Settings page to launch the Full Screen Edit mode, display the incoming image at full screen, and place a grey RGB Adjustments bar on the bottom of the screen. 2. Press this grey bar to maximize the RGB Adjustments popup menu (FIG. 112) which provides you with much more accurate adjustments of the incoming signal properties.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions 8. Use the UP/DN Contrast buttons (from the RGB Contrast popup dialog) to adjust the overall or individual Red, Green, and Blue contrast of the incoming image/video. Increasing the value can increase sharpness. This All Contrast bargraph gives a visual representation of the overall contrast level and cycles through an entire turn. 9.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Video - Streaming Settings Page The Streaming Settings page (FIG. 110) adjusts the Video properties of the incoming MPEG video streaming from the external content server. Refer to the Displaying Stream Content section on page 181 for the procedures used to configure the TPD4 touch panel pages and media stream source (using MAX-CSE for example purposes). Incoming Streaming Video signal FIG.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Streaming Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Resolution This relates to the display size/resolution used by the incoming video stream. • Available resolutions: D1 (default) or SIF: • D1 is a resolution standard. In the NTSC system, "Full D1" means 720x480 pixels @ 30 fps, and in PAL systems, full D1 is 720x576 @ 24 fps. • SIF (Source Interchange Format) is a resolution standard defined as 352x240 @ 30fps for NTSC and 352x288 @ 24 fps for PAL.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Streaming Video Adjustment Page Elements (Cont.) Audio Channels The number of audio channels encoded within the incoming audio stream. • Modero only supports 2CH (2 channel) audio. Brightness: Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the brightness level of the incoming signal. • Range = 0 - 255, default = 128. Contrast: Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the contrast level of the incoming signal. • Range = 0 - 255, default = 128.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Battery Base Page This page (FIG. 115) allows you to alter/set the power warning preferences, monitor battery status information, and alter the display times for the battery warnings. The fields on this page are populated with information after the panel is connected to an optional NXA-BASE/B Battery Base containing up to two NXT-BP batteries. FIG. 115 Battery Base page This page is ONLY available on Modero Table Top panels (NXT) using an NXA-BASE/B.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Battery Base Page Elements (Cont.) Very Low Battery Warning: The Very Low Battery Warning UP/DN buttons alter the time value (in minutes) available on the battery (for use) before the panel displays a very low battery warning. This indicates a near-term panel shutdown. Range = 3 - 15, default = 5 min. - This value can never exceed the Low Battery Warning value.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Protected Setup Navigation Buttons The Protected Setup Navigation Buttons (FIG. 116) appear on the left of the panel screen when the Protected Setup page is currently active. Modero Protected Setup Navigation Buttons FIG.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Protected Setup Navigation Button Elements (Cont.) Tools: Press the Tools button to access the slideout menu for the Panel Logs, Panel Statistics, and Connection Utility buttons: • Press the Panel Logs button to open the Panel Connection Logs page (page 171) • Press the Panel Statistics button to open the Panel Statistics page (page 173), • Press the Connection Utility button to open the Connection Utility popup window (page 175).
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Protected Setup Page Elements (Cont.) Keyboard Layout: Displays the listing of supported international keyboard settings.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Protected Setup Page Elements (Cont.) System Recovery: Allows you to either reset the touch panel to factory default settings and/or wipe out all existing touch panel pages: • The Reset System Settings button allows a user to wipe out all current configuration parameters on the touch panel (such as IP Addresses, Device Number assignments, Passwords, and other presets). - Pressing this button launches a Confirmation dialog that asks you to confirm your selection.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Security Profile Features (Cont.) DOD: • Must be configured from the program terminal. • HTTP, Telnet, and FTP are disabled. • SSH, HTTPS, and program terminal require authentication by an authorized user. • SSH, HTTPS, and prgogram terminal session timeouts are enabled. • ICSP communication protocol between devices: encryption and authentication are enabled.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions System Settings Page The System Settings page (FIG. 119) sets the Secondary DNS Address information with its corresponding IP communication parameters, NetLinx Master communication settings, and reads the device number assigned to the Modero panel.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions System Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Master Connection (Cont.): Ethernet Mode Sets the speed of the Ethernet connection to the panel. • Choices are: Auto, 10 Half Duplex, 10 Full Duplex, 100 Half Duplex, or 100 Full Duplex. MAC Address Displays a read-only field that is factory set by AMX for the built-in Ethernet interface. Type Sets the NetLinx Master to communicate with the panel via either USB or Ethernet. This is based on the cable connection from the rear.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Sensor Settings Page The Sensor Settings page (FIG. 120) allows you to adjust the Light and Motion Sensor parameters on a Modero touch panel. FIG. 120 Sensor Settings page A light level value between the Minimum and Maximum DIM Mode values delivers an average light level. The DIM mode Min Level can never exceed the DIM Mode Max Level.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Sensor Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Motion Sensor: Provides the following fields: • The Motion Detection field displays a reactive button that changes color (illuminates) and displays the words "Motion Detected" when motion is detected by the Modero panel’s front motion sensor. • The Motion Sensor Port field indicates the port used to report the motion sensor channel back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
Firmware Pages and Descriptions 3. Open the Sensor Settings page (FIG. 120 on page 161) from the Protected Setup menu sections. 4. Move around the panel and block the direct or indirect light from the room fixtures with your body. Take note of the drop in the lighting level being detected by the panel in response to your movements. 5. Set the Maximum brightness of the Dimmer (Dim Mode Max Level) below the detected drop.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Calibration Page This page (FIG. 121) allows you to calibrate the input touch device (touch panel) using the pre-selected touch driver. Press and hold the grey Front Setup Access button (below the Modero LCD) for 6 seconds to access the Calibration page. Press the crosshairs to calibrate the panel and return to the last active firmware page.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions G4 Web Control Settings The G4 Web Control Settings page (FIG. 122) centers around enabling and disabling both the display and control of your panel (via the web). An external PC running a VNC client (installed during the initial communication to the G4 panel) makes this possible. FIG. 122 G4 Web Control page Each panel supports the open standard Virtual Network Computing (VNC) interface.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions G4 Web Control Page Elements (Cont.) Web Control Port Allows you to enter the port value that the VNC Web Server runs on. • Default value is 5900. Maximum Number of Connections This read-only field displays the maximum number of users that can be simultaneously connected to the target panel via the web. • Default value is 1.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Other Settings Slide-Out Menu Pressing the Other Settings button causes an option men to slide outwards from the Protected Setup buttons (FIG. 124). This option menu contains buttons to access the Cache Settings and Password Settings pages. Select any button to open its page. FIG. 124 Other Settings slide-out menu Cache Settings Page The Cache Settings page (FIG. 125) configures the allocation of memory for image caching.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions The elements on this page include: Cache Settings Page Elements Back: Saves all changes and returns to the previous page. Connection Status icon: The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page shows online/offline state of the panel to the master. • Bright red - disconnected • Bright green - connected. Blinks when a blink message is received to dark green every 5 seconds for half a second then go back to bright green.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Setting the image cache In the Protected Setup page: 1. Press the Cache button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Cache Settings page. 2. Set the cache expiration in the field Flash/RAM Cache Expires. The Up and Down arrows increment through the available time frames. 3. Press the Enable button to turn on image caching. The button appears illuminated when enabled.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Password Settings Page The Password Settings page (FIG. 126) centers around the properties used to assign passwords for the Modero panel pages. FIG. 126 Password Settings page The elements of the Password Settings page are described in the table below: Password Settings Page Elements Back: Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Tools Slide-out Menu Pressing the Tools button causes an option men to slide outwards from the Protected Setup buttons (FIG. 124). This option menu contains buttons to access the Panel Logs and Panel Statistics pages, as well as the Connection Utility popup window. Select any button to open its page. FIG. 127 Tools slide-out menu Panel Connection Logs The options on the Panel Connection Logs page (FIG. 128) allow you to view and track the connection history of the panel.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Checking the Panel Connection Logs 1. Press the Tools button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Tools menu. 2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Logs button. All connection data is contained in the section Connection Logs. Refreshing the Panel Connections Log 1. Press the Tools button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Tools menu. 2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Logs button. 3.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Panel Statistics The options on the Panel Statistics page (FIG. 129 ) allow you to track the connection status for the panel. The Panel Statistics page tracks ICSP messages, Blink messages, Ethernet connection statistics, and Wireless connection statistics. FIG. 129 Panel Statistics page Features on this page include: Panel Statistics Page Elements Back: Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Panel Statistics Page Elements (Cont.) Clear Clears all panel connection statistics. Refresh Refreshes all panel connection statistics. Checking the Panel Statistics 1. Press the Tools button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Tools menu. 2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Statistics button. All connection statistics are contained on this page, e.g., Received, Processed, and Dropped ICSP Messages. Refreshing the Panel Statistics 1.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Connection Utility The options on the Connection Utility popup window (FIG. 130) allow you to utilize your panel as a site survey tool. While in this page, move around your wireless network coverage area and see if there are any weak points within the spaces between your WAPs. FIG. 130 Connection Utility popup window Features on this page include: Connection Utility Popup Window Elements Close: Closes the Connection Utility popup.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Using the Connection Utility 1. Press the Tools button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Tools menu. 2. Within the Tools menu, press the Connection Utility button. This launches the Connection Utility popup. 3. Move the panel throughout your wireless network, and changes within the utility. The Connection Information notes the IP of the connected master and the IP of your panel.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Wireless Settings Page The Wireless Settings page (FIG. 131) sets the communication information for the installed wireless interface card. This information includes its corresponding IP communication parameters, wireless communication settings, and read the device number assigned to the Modero panel. These panels can use the optional NXA-PCI80211G wireless card for wireless communication.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Wireless Settings Page Elements (Cont.) IP Settings (Cont.): Host Name Sets the host name of the panel. • PRIMARY DNS sets the address of the primary DNS server being used by the Modero panel for host name lookups. - DNS (Domain Name System) is software that lets users locate computers on a local network or the Internet (TCP/IP network) by host and domain. The DNS server maintains a database of host names for its’ domain and their corresponding IP Addresses.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Wireless Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Wireless Settings (Cont.): Generate (Passphrase) Pressing the Generate button displays an on-screen keyboard which allows you to enter a passphrase and then AUTOMATICALLY generate all four WEP keys which are compatible only among Modero panels. • Note: The code key generator on Modero panels use the same key generation formula.
Firmware Pages and Descriptions Wireless Settings Page Elements (Cont.) Wireless Settings (Cont.): Channel The RF channel being used for connection to the WAP (read -only). • This is determined through the WAP. Link Quality Displays the current quality of the link (as descriptive colored text) from the wireless NIC to the Wireless Access Point in real time. • The bargraph has been replaced with a descriptions: None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent.
Displaying Stream Content Displaying Stream Content Overview The current build of Modero firmware currently supports the display of both MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 media streams via the TPDesign touch panel pages. These incoming media signals can utilize either a UDP or RTP Transport protocol. For the purposes of these instructions, we will be setting up a Modero touch panel to display an incoming media stream sent from a MAX Video Encoder.
Displaying Stream Content IP Multicasting is a method of sending out large amounts of data. IP Multicast allows a server to broadcast a message to many recipients simultaneously. Unlike traditional Internet communication, that requires separate connections for each source-destination pair, IP Multicasting allows several recipients to share data from the same source. This means that just one set of packets is transmitted to all the destinations.
Displaying Stream Content Determine what is the available data rate for the network on which the encoder currently resides. This information will determine what encoder profile can be used on the outgoing media content. If the network can only handle a throughput of 4 Mbps from the encoder, it is recommended that you use something less than or equal to the High Quality encoder profile.
Displaying Stream Content Step 2: Configuring the MAX-CSE for communication 1. Complete the procedures outlined within the Configuring the MAX Communication Parameters section of the MAX-CSE Instruction Manual to establish an active connection to the source MAX-CSE. 2. Confirm the MAX-CSE is properly configured to use the newly established Static IP Address by launching your browser and entering the MAX’s new Static IP Address into the browser’s Address field. 3.
Displaying Stream Content 9. Click the Apply button to save the encoding profiles to the MAX (FIG. 135). 10. From the Stream section of the page, locate the Transport Protocol field and use the drop-down arrow to select a desired protocol. For the purposes of these procedures, we’ve chosen UDP as the protocol (FIG. 135).
Displaying Stream Content 14. Click the Apply button to save the encoding profiles to the MAX-CSE. If using RTP, both the Target Port and Target Audio Port must be different and should use even numbers. Step 3: Configuring the MAX-CSE audio/video inputs 1. Complete the MAX-CSE connection and wiring procedures outlined within the Wiring the MAX-CSE connectors and cables section of the MAX-CSE Instruction Manual. 2. Access the A/V Setup page (FIG.
Displaying Stream Content Step 4: Setup a streaming page within TPDesign4 1. Launch TPDesign4 (default location is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > TPDesign4 > TPDesign4). Refer to the TPDesign4 Instruction Manual for more detailed instructions of these procedures. 2. From the menu bar, select File > New (or click the New Project toolbar button). 3. From within the Step 1 dialog, enter a generic Job name and use the Panel Type drop-down arrow to choose a VG-Series panel (1200VG, 1500VG, or 1700GVG).
Displaying Stream Content Button Draw and Selection tools Currently active button Button Properties Control window (displays information for the currently active/selected button) FIG. 138 Button Properties tab 10. Click the States tab of the Button Properties Control window to show a list of all states associated with the selected button. Each state represented in the States tab is a collapsed folder containing the state properties for that particular state (On/Off/All). 11.
Displaying Stream Content FIG. 140 Example of the current display When using an RTP Transport Protocol, determine whether you are using an MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 stream and enter the following into the Streaming Source field: rtpmpeg#://IP Address of MAX-CSE:Target Video Port Although our example doesn’t use RTP, you could enter the following: for MPEG-2 rtpmpeg2://192.199.99.99:5000 for MPEG-4 rtpmpeg4://192.199.99.
Displaying Stream Content Incoming Video signal Once done making your screen adjustments, SAVE SETTINGS. FIG. 141 Video Settings page (showing default values) If this still doesn’t produce a displayed signal, cycle the Play/Stop buttons and verify that both the encoding Status says Streaming (verifying that the process of encoding is underway) and that the unit is detecting an incoming signal (shown by the word SYNC appearing in the Video Sync section of the UI).
Programming Programming You can program the touch panel, using the commands in this section, to perform a wide variety of operations using Send_Commands and variable text commands. A device must first be defined in the NetLinx programming language with values for the Device: Port: System (in all programming examples - Panel is used in place of these values and represents all Modero panels). Verify you are using the latest NetLinx Master and Modero touch panel firmware.
Programming Page Commands (Cont.) @DPG Syntax: Delete a specific popup page from specified popup group if it exists. Variable: "'@DPG-;'" popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page. popup group name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup group. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@DPG-Popup1;Group1'" Deletes the popup page ’Popup1’ from the popup group ’Group1’.
Programming Page Commands (Cont.) @PPA Close all popups on a specified page. If the page name is empty, the current page is used. Same as the ’Clear Page’ command in TPDesign4. Syntax: "'@PPA-'" Variable: page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPA-Page1'" Close all popups on Page1. @PPF Deactivate a specific popup page on either a specified page or the current page.
Programming Page Commands (Cont.) @PPM Set the modality of a specific popup page to Modal or NonModal. A Modal popup page, when active, only allows you to use the buttons and features on that popup page. All other buttons on the panel page are inactivated. Syntax: "'@PPM-;'" Variable: popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page. mode = NONMODAL converts a previously Modal popup page to a NonModal. MODAL converts a previously NonModal popup page to Modal.
Programming Page Commands (Cont.) @PSE Set the show effect for the specified popup page to the named show effect. Syntax: "'@PSE-;'" Variable: popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On. show effect name = Refers to the popup effect name being used. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PSE-Popup1;Slide from Left'" Sets the Popup1 show effect name to ’Slide from Left’. @PSP Set the show effect position.
Programming Page Commands (Cont.) PPOF Deactivate a specific popup page on either a specified page or the current page. If the page name is empty, the current page is used (see example 2). If the popup page is part of a group, the whole group is deactivated. This command works in the same way as the ’Hide Popup’ command in TPDesign4. Syntax: "'PPOF-;'" Variable: popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page. page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Programming Programming Numbers The following information provides the programming numbers for colors, fonts, and borders. Colors can be used to set the colors on buttons, sliders, and pages. The lowest color number represents the lightest color-specific display; the highest number represents the darkest display. For example, 0 represents light red, and 5 is dark red. RGB triplets and names for basic 88 colors RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors Index No.
Programming RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors (Cont.) 198 Index No.
Programming RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors (Cont.) Index No. Name Red Green Blue 80 Grey8 119 119 119 81 Grey10 85 85 85 82 Grey12 51 51 51 83 Grey13 34 34 34 84 Grey2 221 221 221 85 Grey11 68 68 68 86 Grey14 17 17 17 87 Black 0 0 0 255 TRANSPARENT 99 53 99 Font styles and ID numbers Font styles can be used to program the text fonts on buttons, sliders, and pages.
Programming Border styles The TPDesign4 Touch Panel Design program has pre-set border styles that are user selectable. TPD4 border styles can ONLY be changed by using the name.
Programming TPD4 Border Styles by Name (Cont.
Programming "^" Button Commands These Button Commands are used in NetLinx Studio and are case insensitive. All commands that begin with "^" have the capability of assigning a variable text address range and button state range. A device must first be defined in the NetLinx programming language with values for the Device: Port : System (in all programming examples - Panel is used in place of these values). Variable text ranges allow you to target 1 or more variable text channels in a single command.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BAT Append non-unicode text. Syntax: "'^BAT-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BCF Only if the specified fill color is not the same as the current color. Set the fill color to the specified color. Note: Color can be assigned by color name (without spaces), number or R,G,B value (RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA). Syntax: "'^BCF-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BDO Determines what order each layer of the button is drawn. Set the button draw order. Syntax: "'^BDO-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BIM Syntax: Set the input "'^BIM-,'" mask for the Variable: specified address. variable text address range = 1 - 4000. input mask = Refer to theText Area Input Masking section on page 250 for character types. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BIM-500,AAAAAAAAAA'" Sets the input mask to ten ’A’ characters, that are required, to either a letter or digit (entry is required).
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BMC Button copy command. Copy attributes of the source button to all the destination buttons. Note that the source is a single button state. Each state must be copied as a separate command. The section represents what attributes will be copied. All codes are 2 char pairs that can be separated by comma, space, percent or just ran together.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BMF Set any/all button parameters by sending embedded codes and data. Syntax: "'^BMF-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BMF (Cont.) For some of these commands and values, refer to theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 197. ’%CF’ = Set Fill Color. ’%CB’ = Set Border Color. ’%CT’ = Set Text Color. ’%SW<1 or 0>’ = Show/hide a button. ’%SO’ = Set the button sound. ’%EN<1 or 0>’ = Enable/disable a button. ’%WW<1 or 0>’ = Word wrap On/Off. ’%GH’ = Set the bargraph upper limit.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BMI Set the button mask image. Mask image is used to crop a borderless button to a non-square shape. This is typically used with a bitmap. Syntax: "'^BMI-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BNT Syntax: Set the TakeNote network port for the specified Addresses. Variable: "'^BNT-,'" variable text address range = 1 - 4000. network port = 1 - 65535. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BNT-973,5000'" Sets the TakeNote button network port to 5000. ^BOP Set the button opacity.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BOS Set the video window slot ID # to the new Slot ID #. The new Slot ID # is set only if the specified slot is not the same as the current slot selected. Pass-thru sets the pass-thru mode to On. This is an optional parameter and ONLY passes data to the PC. Syntax: "'^BOS-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BSF Set the focus to the text area. Note: Select one button at a time (single variable text address). Do not assign a variable text address range to set focus to multiple buttons. Only one variable text address can be in focus at a time. Syntax: "'^BSF-,'" Variable: variable text address range = 1 - 4000. selection value = Unselect = 0 and select = 1.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^BVP Syntax: Set the network "'^BVP-,'" password for the Variable: specified address. variable text address range = 1 - 4000. network password = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BVP-500,PCLOCK'" Sets the password to PCLOCK for the specific PC control button. ^BVT Syntax: "'^BVT-,'" Set the computer control network Variable: port for the variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^DPF Delete page flips from button if it already exists. Syntax: "'^DFP-,,'" Variable: variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^GDI Change the bargraph drag increment. Syntax: "'^GDI-,'" Variable: variable text address range = 1 - 4000. bargraph drag increment = The default drag increment is 256. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GDI-7,128'" Sets the bargraph with variable text 7 to a drag increment of 128. ^GIV Invert the joystick axis and move the origin to another corner.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^GRU Change the bargraph ramp-up time in 1/10th of a second. Syntax: "'^GRU-,'" Variable: variable text address range = 1 - 4000. bargraph ramp up time = In 1/10th of a second intervals. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GRU-500,100'" Changes the bargraph ramp up time to 10 seconds. ^GSC A user can also assign the color by Name and R,G,B value (RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA). Change the bargraph slider color or joystick cursor color.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^ICO Set the icon to a button. Syntax: "'^ICO-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^JST Set text alignment using a numeric keypad layout for those buttons with a defined address range. The alignment of 0 is followed by ',,'. The left and top coordinates are relative to the upper left corner of the button. Syntax: "'^JST-,
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^SKT Opens a listening TCP socket on specified port. Syntax: '^SKT-<0=disable socket, greater than 1023=enable socket on specified port> Opens up a listening TCP socket on port specified by send_command (must be > 1023). User can connect to socket and read touch values for the panel. Format of the output is: ,, Example: Press,34,203 Release,34,21 Move,30,20 ^STO Returned in Custom event. Set the shutdown timeout.
Programming "^" Button Commands (Cont.) ^TXT Sets Non-Unicode text. Assign a text string to those buttons with a defined address range. Syntax: "'^TXT-,
Programming Text Effect Names The following is a listing of text effects names. This list is associated with the ^TEF command on page 220.
Programming Button Query Commands Button Query commands reply back with a custom event. There will be one custom event for each button/state combination. Each query is assigned a unique custom event type.
Programming All custom events have the following 6 fields: Custom Event Fields Field Description Uint Flag 0 means text is a standard string, 1 means Unicode encoded string slong value1 button state number slong value2 actual length of string (this is not encoded size) slong value3 index of first character (usually 1 or same as optional index string text the text from the button text length (string encode) button text length These fields are populated differently for each query command.
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?BCF Get the current fill color. Syntax: "'?BCF-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?BMP Get the current bitmap name. Syntax: "'?BMP-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?BRD Get the current border name. Syntax: "'?BRD-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?BWW Get the current word wrap flag status. Syntax: "'?BWW-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?FON Get the current font index. Syntax: "'?FON-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?JSB Get the current bitmap justification. Syntax: "'?JSB-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?JST Get the current text justification. Syntax: "'?JST-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?STA Get the current XML panel stats. Returned in MULTIPLE Custom events (size of strings are limited per message). Values in Custom event will say for example, 1 of 5 messages and how many total bytes of xml data. Value 1 = 1 (which one of multiple events is this (1 based)) Value 2 = 5 (total number of events required to send this string) Value 3 = total size in bytes of string Text = XML output (1 of 5) total XML output looks like....
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?TEC Get the current text effect color. Syntax: "'?TEC-,
Programming Button Query Commands (Cont.) ?TXT Get the current text information. Syntax: "'?TXT-,
Programming Panel Runtime Operations Serial Commands are used in the AxcessX Terminal Emulator mode. These commands are case insensitive. Panel Runtime Operation Commands ABEEP Output a single beep even if beep is Off. Syntax: "'ABEEP'" Example: SEND COMMAND Panel,"'ABEEP'" Outputs a beep of duration 1 beep even if beep is Off. ADBEEP Output a double beep even if beep is Off. Syntax: "'ADBEEP'" Example: SEND COMMAND Panel,"'ADBEEP'" Outputs a double beep even if beep is Off.
Programming Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.) @AKP Pop up the keypad icon and initialize the text string to that specified. Keypad string is set to null on power up and is stored until power is lost. The Prompt Text is optional. Syntax: "'@AKP-;'" Variables: initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Programming Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.) @EKP Extend the Keypad. Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. The Prompt Text is optional. Syntax: "'@EKP-;'" Variables: initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Example: SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@EKP-33333333;Enter Password'" Pops up the Keypad and initializes the text string '33333333' with prompt text 'Enter Password'. PKEYP Present a private keypad.
Programming Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.) @SOU Play a sound file. Syntax: "'@SOU-'" Variables: sound name = Name of the sound file. Supported sound file formats are: WAV & MP3. Example: SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@SOU-Music.wav'" Plays the 'Music.wav' file. @TKP Present a telephone keypad. Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. The Prompt Text is optional. Syntax: "'@TKP-;'" Variables: initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Programming Input Commands These Send Commands are case insensitive. Input Commands ^CAL Put panel in calibration mode. Syntax: "'^CAL'" Example: SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^CAL'" Puts the panel in calibration mode. ^KPS Set keyboard pass-thru via the RGB card. Syntax: "'^KPS-'" Variables: pass data: = Disables the keyboard. 0 = Pass-thru disabled. 1 = Not used. 2 = Pass-thru enabled. 3 & 4 = Not used. 5 = Sends out data to the Master.
Programming Input Commands (Cont.) ^SLT Send a command to a given slot. These commands are directed at the video card subsystems. Slot commands contain a series of name/value pairs separated by commas. These commands are case insensitive. Syntax: "’^SLT-,’" Variables: slot number = 1 - 3 (each of these options corresponds to an on-board slot position where the related components reside.
Programming Embedded Codes The following is a list of G4 compatible embedded codes: Embedded Codes Decimal numbers Hexidecimal values Virtual keystroke 8 ($08) Backspace 13 ($0D) Enter 27 ($1B) ESC 128 ($80) CTRL key down 129 ($81) ALT key down 130 ($82) Shift key down 131 ($83) F1 132 ($84) F2 133 ($85) F3 134 ($86) F4 135 ($87) F5 136 ($88) F6 137 ($89) F7 138 ($8A) F8 139 ($8B) F9 140 ($8C) F10 141 ($8D) F11 142 ($8E) F12 143 ($8F) Num Lock 144
Programming Panel Setup Commands These commands are case insensitive. Panel Setup Commands ^MUT Set the panel mute state. Syntax: "'^MUT-'" Variable: mute state= 0 = Mute Off and 1 = Mute On. Example: SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^MUT-1''" Sets the panel’s master volume to mute. @PWD @PWD sets the level 1 password only. Set the page flip password. Syntax: "'@PWD-'" Variables: page flip password = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Programming Dynamic Image Commands The following is a listing and descriptions of Dynamic Image Commands. Dynamic Image Commands ^BBR Set the bitmap of a button to use a particular resource. Syntax: "'^BBR-,
Programming Dynamic Image Commands (Cont.) ^RAF Adds any and all resource parameters by sending embedded codes and data. Add new resources. Syntax: "'^RAF-,'" Variable: resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. data = Refers to the embedded codes, see table below. Embedded Codes: Parameter Embedded Code Description protocol ’%P<0-1>’ Set protocol. HTTP (0) or FTP (1) user ’%U’ Set Username for authentication. password ’%S’ Set Password for authentication.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes the solutions to possible hardware/firmware issues that could arise during the common operation of a Modero touch panel. Troubleshooting Information Symptom Solution Manifest.xma can not be found. An error occurs when sending a file to a G4 panel. • Manifest.xma is the file that contains the listing for all the files. If you see this error again, before attempting to send the file, uncheck the Smart Transfer box. It may be necessary do a Full Clean.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Information (Cont.) Symptom Solution I updated my panel firmware but my Battery Base page doesn’t seem to be working properly. • Cycle power manually to the panel and check the Battery Base page after startup. • If downloading the firmware to the panel via a COM port, try using an IP Address and retry the download of the firmware to the panel.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Information (Cont.) Symptom Solution I can’t seem to completely charge my batteries from within an NXA-BASE/B connected to a power supply. NXT-BP batteries can be charged from either an external NXT-CHG battery charger or from within the NXA-BASE/B located below an NXT panel. • The NXA-BASE/B Battery base should be updated with the latest firmware (part of the Modero firmware KIT file) from www.amx.com.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Information (Cont.) Symptom Solution After downloading a panel file or firmware to a G4 device, the panel behaves strangely. Symptoms include: • Having to repeat the download. • Inability to make further downloads to the panel. May get "directory" errors, "graphics hierarchy" errors, etc.… indicating problems with the Compact Flash. • Panel will not boot, or gets stuck on "AMX" splash screen.
Appendix Appendix Text Formatting Codes for Bargraphs/Joysticks Text formatting codes for bargraphs provide a mechanism to allow a portion of a bargraphs text to be dynamically provided information about the current status of the level (multistate and traditional). These codes would be entered into the text field along with any other text.
Appendix Text Area Input Masking Text Area Input Masking can be used to limit the allowed/correct characters that are entered into a text area. For example, in working with a zip code, a user could limit the entry to a max length of only 5 characters but, with input masking, you could limit them to 5 mandatory numerical digits and 4 optional numerical digits. A possible use for this feature is to enter information into form fields.
Appendix Refer to the following Send Commands for more detailed information: • ^BIM - Sets the input mask for the specified addresses. (see the ^BIM section on page 206). • ^BMF subcommand %MK - sets the input mask of a text area (see the ^BMF section on page 208). Input mask ranges These ranges allow a user to specify the minimum and maximum numeric value for a field. Only one range is allowed per field. Using a range implies a numeric entry ONLY.
Appendix A keyboard entry using normal text entry is straightforward. However, once an input mask is applied, the behavior of the keyboard needs to change to accommodate the input mask's requirement. When working with masks, any literal characters in the mask will be "skipped" by any cursor movement including cursor keys, backspace, and delete. When operating with a mask, the mask should be displayed with placeholders. The "-" character should display where you should enter a character.
Appendix URL Resources A URL can be broken into several parts. For example: the URL http://www.amx.com/company-infohome.asp. This URL indicates that the protocol in use is http (HyperText Transport Protocol) and that the information resides on a host machine named www.amx.com. The image on that host machine is given an assignment (by the program) name of company-info-home.asp (Active Server Page). The exact meaning of this name on the host machine is both protocol dependent and host dependent.
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