Operation/Reference Guide
MVP-5200i
Modero® Viewpoint
Widescreen Touch Panel
Last Updated: 12/2/2008
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FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada RSS 210, 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed an operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................1
Connector Locations................................................................................................. 5
Navigation Wheel ..................................................................................................... 5
Basic Operation ........................................................................................................ 6
Stylus ........................................................................................................................ 6
"Find Me" Capability ................................................................................................ 6
Audio/Video Capabilities.......................................................................................... 6
Power Management.................................................................................................. 6
Accessories .........................................................................................................9
Wall Charging Station............................................................................................. 10
Recharging.............................................................................................................. 11
Security Release...................................................................................................... 11
Installing the MVP-5200i Touch Panel ..............................................................13
Installing the panel on a NetLinx system ................................................................ 13
Establishing a wireless connection with AMX WAP ................................................ 13
Configuring the device ........................................................................................... 13
Locating the device in NetLinx Studio .................................................................... 13
Verifying and upgrading the firmware.................................................................... 13
Downloading custom touch panel pages................................................................ 13
Power Management................................................................................................ 14
Wireless Interface Cards ...................................................................................15
802.11b Wireless Interface Card............................................................................. 15
Specifications ............................................................................................................... 15
NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Interface Card............................................. 16
Specifications ............................................................................................................. 17
Installing the 802.11g Card and Antenna ............................................................... 19
Firmware Requirements ................................................................................................ 19
Preparing the MVP’s Rear Housing ............................................................................... 19
Installing the NXA-WC80211GCF ................................................................................. 20
Closing and Securing the MVP Enclosure...................................................................... 21
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IR Communication................................................................................................... 25
"Find Me" Function ................................................................................................ 25
Accessing the Setup and Protected Setup Pages.......................................................... 26
Setting the Panel’s Device Number............................................................................... 26
Hot Swapping................................................................................................................ 27
Step 1: Configure the Panel’s Wireless IP Settings................................................. 28
Wireless communication using a DHCP Address ........................................................... 28
Wireless communication using a Static IP Address........................................................ 29
Using the Site Survey tool............................................................................................. 29
Automatically set SSID .................................................................................................. 34
Manually set SSID.......................................................................................................... 34
Configuring multiple wireless Moderos to communicate to a target WAP200G........... 37
Touch panel setup......................................................................................................... 39
Setting up a device IP address ...................................................................................... 41
Configure a Virtual NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio............................................. 42
Ethernet ........................................................................................................................ 44
Master Connection to a Virtual Master via Ethernet ..................................................... 45
Using G4 Web Control to Interact with a G4 Panel ................................................ 47
Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel ............................................... 48
Step 1: Configure the panel for a USB Connection Type .............................................. 53
Step 2: Prepare Studio for communication via the USB port ........................................ 54
Setup Pages............................................................................................................ 59
Navigation Buttons........................................................................................................ 61
Project Information Page........................................................................................ 61
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Time & Date Setup Page ........................................................................................ 64
Audio Adjustments/Volume Page........................................................................... 65
WAV files - Supported sample rates ............................................................................. 66
Protected Setup Navigation Buttons ............................................................................ 69
G4 Web Control Page............................................................................................. 70
Password Setup Page ............................................................................................. 71
Calibration Page ..................................................................................................... 72
Wireless Settings Page ........................................................................................... 73
Wireless Security Page.................................................................................................. 76
Open (Clear Text) Settings............................................................................................ 77
Static WEP Settings....................................................................................................... 78
WPA-PSK Settings......................................................................................................... 80
EAP-LEAP Settings........................................................................................................ 81
EAP-FAST Settings........................................................................................................ 84
EAP-PEAP Settings........................................................................................................ 86
EAP-TTLS Settings......................................................................................................... 88
EAP-TLS Settings........................................................................................................... 90
Client certificate configuration...................................................................................... 91
System Settings Page ............................................................................................. 93
EAP Security & Server Certificates - Overview ....................................................... 95
Programming ....................................................................................................97
Page Commands..................................................................................................... 97
RGB triplets and names for basic 88 colors ................................................................ 104
Font styles and ID numbers......................................................................................... 106
Border styles and Programming numbers................................................................... 107
Miscellaneous MVP Strings back to the Master .......................................................... 129
MVP Panel Lock Passcode commands......................................................................... 129
Text Effects Names............................................................................................... 130
Embedded codes.................................................................................................. 145
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Panel Setup Commands........................................................................................ 146
Browser-Based User Pages .............................................................................151
Battery Life and Replacement ........................................................................153
Battery Replacement ............................................................................................ 153
Text Formatting Codes for Bargraphs/Joysticks................................................... 155
Input mask character types ......................................................................................... 156
Input mask ranges ....................................................................................................... 157
Input mask next field characters.................................................................................. 157
Input mask operations................................................................................................. 157
Input mask literals ....................................................................................................... 157
Input mask output examples....................................................................................... 158
Special escape sequences ........................................................................................... 159
Appendix B: Wireless Technology ..................................................................160
EAP characteristics ...................................................................................................... 164
EAP communication overview ..................................................................................... 165
Configuring your MVP-5200i for USB Communication.......................................... 166
Step 1: Setup the Panel and PC for USB Communication............................................ 166
Step 2: Confirm the Installation of the USB Driver on the PC ..................................... 167
Panel Doesn’t Respond To Touches ............................................................................ 169
Battery Will Not Hold Or Take A Charge .................................................................... 169
MVP-5200i Isn’t Appearing In The Online Tree Tab .................................................... 170
MVP Can’t Obtain a DHCP Address ............................................................................ 170
My WEP Doesn’t Seem To Be Working....................................................................... 170
Can’t Connect To a NetLinx Master ............................................................................ 170
Only One Modero Panel In My System Shows Up....................................................... 171
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Introduction
The MVP-5200i Modero® Viewpoint® Widescreen Touch Panel is AMX’s smallest and most powerful
5200i is a wireless-only ergonomic device capable of Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
communication, with all control established through a NetLinx Master. Besides offering the same
functionality as the rest of AMX’s line of G4 touch panels, the MVP-5200i touch panel offers full duplex
VoIP communication, quick wakeup and connection time, and an extended battery life for longer
operation between charges. The MVP-5200i device utilizes a 5.2" Color Active LCD to display a 800 x
480 pixel image with 262,144 colors.
Microphone
Navigation wheel
Touch screen
Speaker grille
FIG. 1 MVP-5200i-GB touch panel
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The MVP-5200i comes with an integrated rear "kickstand", allowing it to be used and displayed away
SDIO wireless card.
Kickstand
DC power jack
Mini-USB port
FIG. 2 MVP-5200i side view (with kickstand)
MVP-5200i Specifications (FG5966-01, FG5966-02)
Dimensions:
Weight:
4 3/4" x 7 9/16" x 13/16" (120.7 mm x 191.8 mm x 20.3 mm)
• Panel: 1.4 lbs (0.64 kg)
Enclosure:
MVP-5200i-GB: High-gloss black plastic with brushed metal retaining ring.
MVP-5200i-GW: High-gloss white plastic with brushed metal retaining ring.
Panel with battery fully charged:
Power Requirements
(Without Charging):
• Constant current draw: 0.3 A @ 12 VDC
• Startup current draw: 0.4 A @ 12 VDC
Power Requirements
(While Charging):
Panel while charging battery:
• Constant current draw: 1.1 A @ 12 VDC
• Startup current draw: 1.3 A @ 12 VDC
Minimum Power Supply
Required:
• PS3.0 Power Supply (FG423-30) - both 120 VAC and 240 VAC models are
shipped with this power supply
Power Modes:
• AWAKE: All necessary modules are powered up and device remains online
with the Netlinx Master.
• ASLEEP: Only the backlight will be turned off after the user selectable time of
inactivity has elapsed. Panel resumes the ON mode in ~ 1 second.
• STANDBY: Power to all components other than the touch screen is turned off
after the user selectable time of inactivity has elapsed. Device will turn back
on by touching the screen.
• SHUTDOWN: Power to all peripherals and components is turned off. The
system remains in this mode until it is rebooted.
Certifications:
• FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
• CE
• IEC60950
• RoHS
• Japan Approved
• Lithium polymer microbattery: UN/IATA
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MVP-5200i Specifications (FG5966-01, FG5966-02) (Cont.)
Battery Duration:
• Four days of normal use, in a combination of Awake, Standby, and
Shutdown.
• Eight hours of continuous use (continuous Awake state).
• 128 MB Mobile DDRAM (upgrade not available)
• 256 MB NAND Flash (upgrade not available)
• Size: 5.2" (13.21 cm)
Memory:
Panel LCD Parameters:
• Type: WVGA
• Aspect ratio: 16 x 9
• Brightness (luminance): 300 cd/m2
• Channel transparency: 8-bit Alpha blending
• Contrast ratio: 20:1
• Display colors: 262,144 colors (18-bit color depth)
• Dot/pixel pitch: 0.23 mm
• Panel type: TFT Color Active-Matrix
• Screen resolution: 800 x 480 pixels (HV) @ 60 Hz frame frequency
• Viewing angles:
Vertical: + 40° (up from center) and - 80° (down from center)
Horizontal: + 60° (left from center) and - 60° (right from center)
External Components
Connector:
5-pin Mini-USB connector used for audio output to USB headphones,
programming, firmware updates, and touch panel file transfer between the PC
and the target panel.
Note: When connecting the panel to PC using a CC-USB (or compatible)
cable, be sure to power the panel On before attempting to connect the USB
cable from the PC to the mini-USB port on the panel.
DC power port:
Stylus Slot:
2.5 mm port to power the panel away from a Charging Station.
Slot where the included stylus is stored, located on the right side of the device.
For use with the intercom feature.
Microphone:
• Frequency: 20 to 160,000 Hz
• S/N Ratio: More than 58 dB
Speaker:
• 4Ohm
• 2 Watts 300Hz cutoff frequency
Audio Standards:
IR Emitters:
• G.711 sound standard
• 75dB SPL@1m
Transmit IR over 20 feet (6.10 m) from the panel.
• IR emitters on G4 panels share the device address number of the panel.
• Transmits AMX fixed frequencies at 38KHz and 455KHz and user
programmable frequencies from 20KHz to 1.5MHz
Operating/Storage
Environment
• Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH
• Storage Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to 60° C (140° F)
• Storage Humidity: 5% - 85% RH
Included Accessories:
• MVP-5200i Installation Guide (93-5966-01)
• PS3.0 Power Supply (FG423-30)
• MVP-STYLUS-52 (pre-installed onto the right side of the unit)
(FG5966-06XX)
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MVP-5200i Specifications (FG5966-01, FG5966-02) (Cont.)
Other AMX Equipment:
• MVP-TCS-52: Table Charging Station (FG5966-1X)
• MVP-WCS-52: Wall Charging Station (FG5966-1X)
• MVP-BP-52: Battery Replacement Kit (FG5966-20)
• MVP-STYLUS-52-GB: Black Replacement Stylus, Pack of 3 (FG5966-21)
• MVP-STYLUS-52-GW: White Replacement Stylus, Pack of 3 (FG5966-22)
• CC-USB: USB Programming Cable (FG10-5965)
• MVP-HP USB 1/8" Adapter (FG5966-23)
This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 subject to the
following conditions:
1. This device must not cause harmful interference and
2. This device must accept all interference, including interference that interferes with
the operation of this device.
Memory
The MVP-5200i comes with 128MB of Mobile DDRAM memory and 256 MB NAND Flash memory.
Neither may be upgraded.
Table Charging Station Connector Locations
With the unit facing you, the mini-USB port (for programming and downloading firmware as well as
connecting USB headphones using the AMX-provided adaptor cable) and the DC power port are located
on the lower left side of the device (FIG. 3). The connector for the Table Charging Station (please refer
DC power port
Mini-USB port
Front
Table Charging
Station Connector
FIG. 3 MVP-5200i side view with programming port
Although firmware upgrades can be conducted over a wireless Ethernet connection,
transferring firmware KIT files over a direct USB connection is recommended, and
only when the panel is connected to a power supply. If battery power or wireless
connection fails during a firmware upgrade, the panel flash file system may become
corrupted.
In addition to its speaker, the MVP-5200i also utilizes its mini-USB port as a connector for standard
headphones or headsets. These headphones must use a mini-USB plug or adaptor in order to utilize this
feature.
While standard input/output headsets may be used in lieu of headphones, the
headset may only be used for output. While you may receive sound from the headset,
its microphone will not function. Always use the MVP-5200i’s microphone for
receiving sound.
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Basic Operation
The MVP-5200i is operated using both its integral touchscreen and the navigation wheel on the right side
of the device. If the device has gone into its Standby Mode, a touch of the touchscreen or of the button
wheel will reactivate it.
The MVP-5200i device’s power use allows up to 96 hours of use between rechargings of its internal
battery, but its battery charge lasts up to 120 hours if the device goes into Shutdown Mode during that
time. The device may be placed in its charging cradle at any time and operated within its cradle.
The device will automatically go into Sleep Mode after fifteen minutes of inactivity, and this limit may
be changed at any time. Any wireless Internet connection intended for the device will be reconnected
within approximately twenty seconds after the device is placed in its charging cradle. Depending upon
preselected settings, the device may be set to go into Active Mode as soon as it is placed in the cradle.
Navigation Wheel
The MVP-5200i device uses a unique button wheel for all commands not directly involving the
touchscreen. This wheel, known as a navigation wheel, is located in the upper right corner of the device
(FIG. 4). Used with the touchscreen, the navigation wheel allows scrolling and adjusting by turning the
wheel with a thumb or finger and then pressing down on one of the wheel’s compass points for up, down,
left, and right. The wheel is sensitive enough to adjust levels with one-third of a rotation. The center of
the navigation wheel also acts as a button in its own right: for example, pressing down directly upon the
wheel center may be used for the equivalent of an "Enter" keystroke
Compass points
The navigation wheel may be turned
clockwise or counterclockwise
Wheel center
FIG. 4 Navigation wheel detail
Press and hold the wheel center for three seconds to access the Setup pages (for more information, please
see the Setup Pages section on page 51). Continue to hold the wheel center for another three seconds to
If the MVP-5200i needs to be shut down or reset for any reason, press and hold down the wheel center
button until the popup stating “panel shutting down” appears or the screen goes dark. Continuously
holding down the center button down will cycle the MVP-5200i through the following steps:
1. Setup Pages
2. Calibration
3. Firmware shutdown
4. Hardware shutdown (automatically invoked if the device’s firmware is unable to shut down the
device.
Shut down the panel by holding the wheel center button only if the Setup pages are
otherwise inaccessible. Regularly shutting down the device by this method can
corrupt the Flash memory.
To turn it back on, press any of the wheel’s compass points and hold until the AMX splash screen
appears on the touchscreen. When in its Standby Power Mode, the MVP-5200i may only be returned to
its Awake state by touching the screen.
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The light at the center of the navigation wheel brightens and dims based on its source of power. It lights
at full intensity when attached to a power source, such as the Table Charging Station (see the Table
Charging Station section on page 9) or the Wall Charging Station (see the Wall Charging Station section
on page 11), but lights at only half intensity when running on its internal battery. This allows the user to
ascertain whether the device was properly installed in a charging station, as the brightness will visibly
increase with a correct docking and will flash while charging. (The flashing during recharging may be
disabled via the device’s on-board Setup page, as explained in the Setup Pages section on page 51.) The
behavior of the navigation wheel LED is dependent upon its status, and whether the blink function for
the LED while in sleep mode is enabled:
Navigation Wheel behavior in each Power Mode
Power Mode
Power Enters Mode By - Exits Mode By -
Status
LED Behavior
(Sleep Blink
Setting)
Notes
Enabled Disabled
Awake (Full On) Battery
Power
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
ON
ON
Awake (Full On) External N/A
Power
ON
ON
Awake (Full On) Charging N/A
BLINK
OFF
BLINK
OFF
Sleep (Display
Off)
Battery
Power
1. Display TimeOut 1.Touch display
setting reached
External
Power will
transition
device to
Display On
Mode.
2. Press
2. Sleep Send
Command
Navigation Wheel
3. Press
Navigation Wheel
center
4. Apply External
Power
5. WakeUp Send
Command
Sleep (Display
Off)
External 1. Display TimeOut 1. Touch display
OFF
OFF
Power
setting reached
2. Press
2. Sleep Send
Command
Navigation Wheel
3. Press
Navigation Wheel
center
4. Apply External
Power
5. WakeUp Send
Command
Sleep (Display
Off)
Charging 1. Display TimeOut 1. Touch Display
BLINK
OFF
setting reached
2. Press
2. Sleep Send
Command
Navigation Wheel
3. Press
Navigation Wheel
center
4. Apply External
Power
5. WakeUp Send
Command
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Navigation Wheel behavior in each Power Mode (Cont.)
Power Mode
Power Enters Mode By - Exits Mode By -
Status
LED Behavior
(Sleep Blink
Setting)
Notes
Enabled Disabled
Stand By
(Display Off,
Electronics
halted)
Battery
Power
Enabled Advanced
Power Management Power
1. Apply External
Off
OFF
External
Power will
transition
unit to
Sleep Mode
in < 10
1. Display TimeOut 2. Touch Display
setting reached
3. WakeUp Send
Command
2. Sleep Send
Command
seconds.
Stand By
(Display Off,
Electronics
halted)
External N/A
Power
Same as Sleep
Mode
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Stand By
(Display Off,
Electronics
halted)
Charging N/A
Same as Sleep
Mode
Shut Down (Off) Battery
Power
1. Panel Shutdown
setting reached
1. Apply External
Power
External
Power will
transition
unit to
Awake
Mode after
boot up
2. Panel Shutdown
button pressed
2. Press and hold
Navigation Wheel
button
3. Navigation Wheel
button held
Shut Down (Off) External N/A
Power
Same as Sleep
Mode
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Shut Down (Off) Charging N/A
Same as Sleep
Mode
The navigation wheel may also be programmed to initiate specific commands. For more information,
Intercom Microphone
The MVP-5200i contains a built-in microphone above the upper lefthand corner of the touch screen for
video and audio conferencing capabilities. This microphone is concealed by the casing.
Stylus
The MVP-5200i comes with a unique touchscreen stylus that slides into a storage groove on the right
side of the device when not in use. Replacement styluses may be ordered in a 3-pack (FG5966-30-xx)
from www.amx.com.
Kick Stand
Since the MVP-5200i device is designed to be a unit used away from its charging station, it has an
extendable "kickstand" on the back of the unit (FIG. 2). This may be opened by physically lifting the free
end of the kick stand away from the device. The device may then be propped up on a flat surface and
accessed in a normal fashion.
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Audio/Video Capabilities
The MVP-5200i has the capability of displaying multiple JPEG and PNG files at one time. The device
also supports streaming motion JPEG video (of the sort used by many IP and Web cameras), as well as
MP3 and WAV audio files.
Power Management
The MVP-5200i utilizes a dual voltage external power supply. It may be recharged through the supplied
PS3.0 Power Supply (FG423-30), as well as through the MVP-TCS-52 Table Charging Station
(FG5966-1X) or the MVP-WCS-52 Wall Charging Station (FG5966-1X). For more information, see the
Although the MVP-5200i unit is equipped with a mini-USB port, the device cannot be
powered through the USB port. The port is only used for uploading firmware.
When not in active use, the MVP-5200i conserves battery life between chargings. In its Sleep Mode, the
device’s entire system is shut down, with only wakeup systems powered to detect incoming commands
or touch panel contact. Pressing any of the compass points on the navigation wheel will return the device
to its Active Mode,
Cleaning the Touch Overlay, Case, and Navigation Wheel
Always use a clean cotton cloth and a spray bottle containing water or a vinegar-based cleaner to clean
the MVP-5200i, as alcohol-based cleaners can damage the device’s touch screen overlay. Do not
directly spray the device: instead, spray the cloth to clean the touch screen overlay and navigation
wheel. Do NOT use an abrasive of any type to clean the MVP-5200i, as this may permanently damage or
remove the device’s finish.
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Accessories
Accessories
Table Charging Station
which acts both as a charging station and a direct power connection. The charging station is available in
either white (FG5966-10) or black (FG5966-11).
FIG. 5 MVP-TCS-52-GB Table Charging Station - Front
MVP-TCS-52 Specifications
Dimensions (HWD):
Weight:
• 8.0” x 4.75” x 3.5” (20.32cm x 12.07cm x 8.89cm)
• .65 lbs (.29 kg)
Rear Connector:
• 5-pin charging connector on bottom of charging cradle.
• Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH
Operating/
Storage
Environments:
• Storage Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to 60° C (140° F)
• Storage Humidity: 5% - 85% RH
Included
• MVP-TCS-52 Table Charging Station Quick Start Guide
Accessories
(93-5966-02)
• PS3.0 Power Supply (FG423-44)
Other AMX
Equipment:
• MVP-5200i Modero Viewpoint Widescreen Touch Panel -Gloss Black
(FG5966-01)
• MVP-5200i Modero Viewpoint Widescreen Touch Panel - Gloss White
(FG5966-02)
• MVP-WCS-52: Wall Charging Station (FG5966-1X)
Powering the MVP-TCS-52
The MVP-TCS-52 uses a PS3.0 power supply (included with the MVP-5200i touch panel or available
separately from www.amx.com) to provide direct power for the MVP panel both for standard functions
and for charging its internal battery.
1. Connect the terminal end of the PS3.0 power supply to the PWR connector on the bottom of the
MVP-TCS-52.
2. To prevent wear on the power supply cord and assure that the device’s base is in full contact with the
table surface, press the cord into the locking groove running across the bottom of the device.
3. Provide power to the MVP-TCS by connecting the PS3.0 cord to an external power source.
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4. Place the touch panel in the Charging Station cradle (FIG. 6), guiding it into place with the locking
connector should be in contact with the Charging Station’s charger pins.
MVP-5200i device
Table Charging
Station
Charging station
rear support
FIG. 6 MVP-5200i in MVP-TCS-52-GB Table Charging Station
Connections and Wiring
The PS3.0 is used to supply power to the MVP-5200i by routing incoming power through the connector
pins and charge the device’s internal battery
Recharging
To recharge the MVP-5200i, slide the device into the Table Charging Station cradle bottom-first and
make sure the device is fully seated in the Charging Station. The charger pins in the bottom of the cradle
(FIG. 7) must be in contact with the connector on the bottom of the MVP-5200i for it to start recharging.
The MVP panel will stop recharging automatically once the battery has achieved its maximum charge.
Charging Station cradle
Charger pins
FIG. 7 MVP-TCS-52-GW Table Charging Station - Rear
Cleaning the MVP-TCS-52
You should clean the Table Charging Station after each day’s use to maintain the device’s appearance.
Always use a clean cotton cloth and a spray bottle containing water or a vinegar-based cleaner, as
alcohol-based cleaners can damage the device. Do not directly spray the device: instead, spray the cloth
to prevent moisture from collecting on the charger pins. Do NOT use an abrasive of any type to clean the
Table Charging Station, as this may permanently damage or remove the device’s finish.
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Wall Charging Station
The optional MVP-WCS-52 Wall Charging Station (FG5966-1X) offers the same recharging and
connection features as the Table Charging Station, with the advantage of being placed within accessible
locations where the table station is either inconvenient or impractical (FIG. 8). The Wall Charging
Station is available in either white (FG5966-13) or black (FG5966-12).
MVP-WCS-52
MVP-5200i-GB
Security Release button
FIG. 8 MVP-WCS-52-GB Wall Charging Station - Front
The features of the MVP-WCS-52 include:
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Full charging of a docked MVP-5200i in approximately 4.5 hours
Touch panel code lock for security
Integrated docking alignment guides for easy docking
Panel eject design with mechanical or electronically controlled capabilities.
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MVP-WCS-52 Specifications
Dimensions (HWD):
• 8.375" x 6.09" x 2.19" (21.27 cm x 15.46 cm x 5.56 cm)
Note: Always use the cutout/installation dimensions for the MVP-WCS-52 when
installing this unit into various surfaces. This SP engineering drawing is available
online at www.amx.com.
Power Requirements:
• 3 A @ 12 VDC (Class II listed power supplemented)
• Total: 1.7A
Startup Power
Requirements
• Charging: 1.1A
• Ejection: 0.6A
Weight:
• Without box: 0.85 lbs (0.39 kg)
• With box: 1.30 lbs (0.59 kg)
Available Colors:
• MVP-WCS-52-GW (White) - FG5966-13
• MVP-WCS-52-GB (Black) - FG5966-12
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Front Panel
• Securing Magnets: Prevent MVP touch panel from falling free during ejection.
Components:
• Security Latch: Adds the primary layer of security when mounting an MVP touch
panel. When the device is inserted, this latch grabs onto the rear of the touch
panel and secures it to prevent it from being removed.
• Interface Connector Pins: A set of retractable pins (male) that connect to the
underside MVP connector strip. This connection provides both communication
and power between the touch panel and the MVP-WCS-52.
• Support Cradle: This retractable mechanism supports a resting MVP panel and
allows a user to either insert or remove a connected MVP panel.
• Security Release pushbutton: Located on the front of the unit, this pushbutton
toggles an on-screen security keypad (if security is enabled).
- Entering the correct release code allows the MVP-WCS-52 to release the
touch panel from the security latch.
Operating/Storage
Environments:
• Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH
• Storage Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to 60° C (140° F)
• Storage Humidity: 5% - 85% RH
Included Accessories
Other AMX Equipment:
• MVP-WCS-52 Wall Charging Station Quick Start Guide (93-5966-12)
• Wallmount plastic back box (62-5966-12)
• MVP-WCS-52 Installation Kit - Black (KA 5966-01bl)
• MVP-WCS-52 Installation Kit - White (KA 5966-01wh)
• MVP-TCS-52: Table Charging Station (FG5966-1X)
• Wallmount Metal Rough-In Box (FG037-11)
• MVP-5200i Modero Viewpoint Widescreen Touch Panel -Gloss Black
(FG5966-01)
• MVP-5200i Modero Viewpoint Widescreen Touch Panel - Gloss White
(FG5966-02)
• PS3.0 Power Supply (FG423-30)
The MVP-5200i touch panel remains locked in the MVP-WCS-52 until unlocked by the user. This may
page 90 for more information), or by pressing the Security Release button on the front of the device in
emergencies. The station ejects the device top first (FIG. 9). The device uses two neodymium rare-earth
magnets to keep the MVP-5200i from falling out of its cradle when the touch panel is angled forward.
Wall Charging Station
MVP-5200i
Security Release button
FIG. 9 MVP-WCS-52-GW Wall Charging Station - Side view
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Unlocking the touch panel
Once placed within the Wall Charging Station, the MVP-5200i remains secured until the user unlocks it.
A ten-second lag betwen the touch panel being placed in the Wall Charging Station and thesecurity
feature enabling allows the user to remove the touch panel if it is accidentally put into the device. To
release the touch panel from the Wall Charging Station:
1. Press the Security Release button.
2. A password keypad will pop up on the MVP-5200i screen. Enter a password in the password keypad
and press Enter.
3. Wait for the Wall Charging Station to pivot the touch panel away from the wall.
4. The device will remain in the ejected position until the MVP-5200i is removed. Wait until the
device’s ejection door has completely withdrawn before re-installing the MVP-5200i.
Unique passwords may be entered for up to four unique users as well as the
administrator. For more information on setting passwords, please refer to the
Recharging
To recharge the MVP-5200i:
1. Slide the device into the Wall Charging Station cradle bottom-first and make sure the device is fully
seated in the Charging Station.
2. Press the top of the MVP-5200i back until it clicks. The touch panel is now locked into the Charging
Station, and the station will automatically charge the device’s battery. (Please refer to the Battery
3. To release the touch panel, unlock the touch panel and wait for the Wall Charging Station to pivot
the touch panel away from the wall.
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Installing the MVP-WCS-52
Since the Wall Charging Station is intended to be affixed to a wall or other permanent structure, care
must be taken to ensure its proper installation to prevent potential damage to the MVP-5200i placed
within.
Other than wall installation tools, the only tool required for this installation is a #1
Phillips screwdriver.
Installing the plastic Back Box
The plastic back box has two knockouts at the top of the box and four (4) lockdown wings attached to the
box with Phillips-head screws. For ease of installation, the interior of the box contains an "UP" arrow
pointing to the knockouts. The Metal Rough-In Box does not have to be installed beforehand, but it
offers an extra level of support.
To install the Plastic Back Box:
1. Cut a hole into the wall or surface intended to hold the box. The outer lip of the box is sized 8.69
inches (220.66mm) long and 6.0 inches (152.4mm) high, so the hole should be at least 1/4" (6.4mm)
8.25"
(209.55mm)
5.56"
(141.29mm)
5.56"
(141.29mm)
8.25"
(209.55mm)
FIG. 10 Recommended cutout for plastic back box
Make sure to measure the size of the intended hole before starting to cut it.
2. Select the knockout to be removed from the top of the box. The box has two knockouts, at the top
left and the top right.
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To assist with wiring, and to avoid mechanical stresses on the wire and the
mechanism of the Wall-Mounted Charging Station, the top right knockout is preferred
for use.
3. Run the power cable through the knockout into the box. Pull out about six inches (15.25cm) of cable
into the box to facilitate installation of the MVP-WCS-52.
4. Slide the plastic back box into the hole, being careful not to twist or pinch the cable, and set it flush
with the wall (FIG. 11). Make sure that all of the lockdown wings are folded into their slots before
attempting to insert the box. For ease of installation, the inside of the box has the direction "UP"
labeled for reference.
All lockdown wings folded flat during installation
Note Orientation Designator
FIG. 11 Installation of plastic back box
5. Extend the wings on the sides of the box by tightening the screws inside the box. Not all of the
wings must be extended to lock the box in place, but extending a minimum of the top and bottom
wings is highly recommended. Apply enough pressure to the screw head to keep the box flush with
the wall: this ensures that the wing will tighten up against the inside of the wall.
Make absolutely certain that the box is in its intended position. Once the box
lockdown wings are extended within the box’s hole within the wall, removing the box
will be extremely difficult without damaging the wall in the process.
The maximum recommended torque to screw in the wings on the plastic back box is
105 IN-OZ [74 N-CM]. Applying excessive torque while tightening the wing screws,
such as with powered screwdrivers, can strip out the wings or damage the plastic
back box.
6. Prepare the captive wires for the 2-pin 3.55 mm mini-captive wire connector used for the MVP-
WCS-52’s power supply:
Preparing and connecting the captive wires requires the use of a wire stripper and
flat-blade screwdriver.
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Strip 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) of wire insulation off all wires.
Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector.
ꢀ Turn the screws clockwise to secure the wires in the connector. Do not over-torque the screws;
doing so can bend the seating pins and damage the connector.
7. Secure the power cable to the device, using either of the two tie-wrap anchors included in the
Installation Kit at the top rear of the device (FIG. 12). Point the head of each tie wrap toward the
center of the device.
Tie-Wrap Anchors
Mini-Captive Wire
Connector Plug
(female)
FIG. 12 MVP- WCS-52 - Rear
8. Firmly seat the mini-captive wire connector to the power connector on the device.
9. Firmly seat the device against the box. Make sure that the tab connector at the top of the device is
locked into the box.
10. Insert the two installation screws from the MVP-WCS-52 Installation Kit into the screw holes in the
interior compartment of the device and tighten them to anchor the device to the box (FIG. 13).
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Screw holes
Plastic back box
Neodymium magnets
MVP-WCS-52
Rubber feet
FIG. 13 Installation of MVP-WCS-52
For ease of installation, put each screw on a neodymium magnet in the device’s
interior compartment to keep them on hand until they are needed.
11. After fully seating the screws, wipe down the area around the screw holes with the alcohol prep pad
from the Installation Kit. Take a rubber foot and remove its adhesive backing. Put the foot, adhesive-
side down, in the slot surrounding the screw hole in the Wall Charging Station. Press down firmly to
remove any air bubbles from underneath the foot.
12. Install an MVP-5200i device by placing it into the interior compartment bottom-first. Press the top
of the touch panel until it is flush with the Wall Charging Station. The neodymium magnets will
hold it in place.
page 13 for more information) and wait for the touch panel to pull away from the Wall Charging
Station. Once it has been released, grip it by the top of the device, and pull it free from the Charging
Station.
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Installing the Optional Metal Rough-In Box
The optional metal rough-in box (FG037-11) is 10 inches (25.40cm) wide at its widest dimension (wider
than the bezel of the Wall Charging Station), and is only intended for pre construction installations
(FIG. 14). The Metal Rough-In Box is used in conjunction with the Wall Charging Station’s plastic back
box. The Metal Rough-In Box must be located behind 3/8" (0.95cm) to 3/4" (1.91cm) of wall/mounting
surface material.
Install front surface of box
flush with surface of wall stud
FIG. 14 Typical metal Rough-In Box Installation
The metal rough-in box bears a wing on each corner which is intended to bridge gaps between studs and/
or spacers. These wings may be bent carefully in order to fit a particular gap, but may not be so bent as to
allow the box to hang in a vertical position. Once placed in the desired position, put at least one screw
through each wing into the adjoining stud or spacer to secure it.
The interior of the box contains a set of holes on either side, as well as top and bottom, for standard 1/4-
inch screws. Use these holes to anchor the box to its adjoining studs or spacers.
Ensure that the metal rough-in box is flush with the 2x4 studs. Any overhang will
affect the installation of the covering sheetrock, as well as affect the placement of the
Plastic Back Box.
The box has two sets of knockouts in the top and bottom, one of the set for US wiring and one for
international wiring.
Make sure that the power cable has been pulled through the metal rough-in box by
the resident electrician before continuing the installation.
After completing the installation of the metal rough-in box, install sheet rock or other wall material over
the box, cut a hole matching the size of the inside diameter in the sheet rock, and clean out all dust before
proceeding with the installation of the plastic back box.
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Other MVP-WCS-52 installations
The Wall-Mounted Charging Station is designed to be installed in various different locations, such as
into the face of a wooden podium or the top of a table. Depending upon the ability to wire it to a power
source, Wall-Mounted Charging Stations may be installed on vertical or horizontal surfaces composed of
such materials as wood, brick, and glass.
Installing a Wall-Mounted Charging Station into a solid wall thicker than a standard thickness of
sheetrock is possible, but requires special preparation. If installing into a solid wall of concrete or rock, a
recess must be chiselled or cut out to match the size of the device. The box is sized 8.375 inches
(21.27cm) long and 5.75 inches (14.60cm) high, so the hole should be at least 1/4" (0.64cm) smaller in
these dimensions. To facilitate the full range of movement of the device’s components, the recess must
be at least 2.69 inches (6.83cm) deep.
Ensure that the power cable has been installed in the wall and is accessible by the
installer before chiseling out the recess.
Instead of using the lockdown wings to secure the Plastic Back Box, standard
concrete screws may be inserted through the screw holes after removing the
lockdown wings. However, drill the concrete screw holes into the wall before setting
the screws into the box, as excessive torque applied to the screws will damage the
box. To avoid this, the box may be installed with adhesive. Test an unobtrusive spot
on the back of the box with a sample of the adhesive to check for any adverse
reactions before installing the device.
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Configuring Communication
All control for a MVP-5200i touch panel is established through a NetLinx Master. Communication
between the MVP and the Master consists of using either Wireless Ethernet (DHCP, Static IP) or USB.
References to Ethernet in this manual focus on the use of Wireless Ethernet via the MVP’s WiFi Card.
Before commencing, verify you are using the latest NetLinx Master and
Modero panel-specific firmware. Verify you are using the latest versions of AMX’s
NetLinx Studio and TPDesign4 programs.
In the example below (FIG. 15), three MVP-5200i devices are shown at varying distances from the two
WAP gateways. As with any other WAP network, the gateways are spaced so as to allow a maximum
wireless coverage for the three devices.
802.11g WAP
Panel 1
IP
Network
Network Master
Panel 2
Panel 3
802.11g WAP
FIG. 15 System Deployment Diagram
When initially installing the MVP-5200i, some basic configuration items, including network settings and
NetLinx settings, will need to be set. For more information, refer to the Protected Setup Pages section on
The MVP-5200i defaults to Ethernet and Auto mode for its Master connection.
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IR Communication
In certain situations, the MVP-5200i may be used as an infrared remote device for other AMX
controllers. The device can transmit IR over 20 feet (6.10 m) from the panel at frequencies of 38KHz,
455KHz, and 1.2MHz. IR receivers and transmitters on G4 panels share the device address number of
the panel.
The MVP-5200i includes an IR transmitter for communication between the device and the NetLinx
Master and between separate devices. The transmitter is located behind the IR Emitter Panel on the rear
of the device (FIG. 16).
IR Emitter Panel
FIG. 16 IR transmitter window on the MVP-5200i-GW
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Modero Setup and System Settings
All AMX Modero panels, including the MVP-5200i, feature on-board Setup pages. Use the options in
the Setup pages to access panel information and make various configuration changes.
Accessing the Setup and Protected Setup Pages
1. At any time, press down and hold the center button of the navigation wheel for 3-5 seconds. This
FIG. 17 Setup page
2. Press the Protected Setup button. This opens a keypad for entry of the password to allow access to
the Protected Setup page (FIG. 18). Enter the device’s password and press Done to proceed.
FIG. 18 Protected Setup page
The default password for the Protected Setup page is 1988, but this may be changed
at any time.
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Setting the Panel’s Device Number
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Device Number field in the Device ID section to open the Device Number keypad.
2. Enter a unique Device Number assignment for the device, and press Done to return to the Protected
Setup page. The Device Number range is 1 - 32000, and the default is 10001.
3. Press Reboot to reboot the device and apply the new Device Number.
Wireless Settings - Wireless Access Overview
DHCP
When choosing DHCP, a DHCP server must be accessible before the fields are populated.
If the SSID (Network Name) and WEP fields have not previously been configured, the
Wireless Settings page will not work until the panel is rebooted.
The parameters of the wireless card must be set before selecting Ethernet as the Master Connection
Type. The Wireless Access Point communication parameters must match those of the pre-installed
wireless CF card inside the device.
MVP touch panels connect to a wireless network through their use of the pre-installed AMX 802.11g
wireless interface card. This allows users to communicate with a Wireless Access Point (WAP). The
WAP communication parameters must match those of the pre-installed wireless interface card installed
within the panel. This internal card transmits data using 802.11x signals at 2.4 GHz. For a more detailed
explanation of the new security and encryption technology, refer to the Appendix B: Wireless
For more information on utilizing the AMX Certificate Upload Utility in conjunction with the EAP
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Configuring Wireless Network Access
The first step in connecting the MVP-5200i to a wireless network is to configure the wireless
communication parameters within the device’s Wireless Settings page. This page only configures the
card to communicate to a target WAP: the device must still be directed to communicate with the
correct Master. This "pointing to a Master" is done via the System Settings page, which allows
configuration of the IP Address, System Number and Username/Password information assigned to the
target Master.
Step 1: Configure the Device’s Wireless IP Settings
The first step to a successful setup of the internal wireless card is to configure the IP Settings section on
the Wireless Settings page. This section configures the communication parameters from the MVP panel
to the web.
Wireless communication using a DHCP Address
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Select Wireless Settings. Wireless communication is set within the IP Settings section of this page
(FIG. 19).
Wireless Access Point
Site Survey Button
FIG. 19 Wireless Settings page (IP Settings section)
2. Toggle the DHCP/Static field from the IP Settings section until the choice cycles to DHCP. This
action causes all fields in the IP Settings section, other than Host Name, to be greyed-out.
DHCP will register the unique factory-assigned MAC Address on the panel, and once
the communication setup process is complete, assign IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway values from the DHCP Server.
3. Press the optional Host Name field to open the Host Name keyboard and enter the host name
information.
4. Press Done after assigning the alpha-numeric string of the host name.
5. The remaining greyed-out fields in the IP Settings section cannot be altered. Once the panel is
rebooted, these values are obtained by the unit and displayed in the DNS fields after power-up.
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This information can be found in either the Workspace - System name > Define
Device section of the code that defines the properties for the panel, or in the Device
Addressing/Network Addresses section of the Tools > NetLinx Diagnostics dialog.
6. Set up the security and communication parameters between the wireless card and the target WAP by
insecure connection.
Wireless communication using a Static IP Address
1. From the Protected Setup page, press the Wireless Settings button to open the Wireless Settings
page. Wireless communication is set within the IP Settings section of this page (FIG. 19).
Check with your System Administrator for a pre-reserved Static IP Address to be
assigned to the panel. This address must be obtained before continuing with the
Static assignment of the panel.
2. Toggle the DHCP/Static field from the IP Settings section until the choice cycles to Static.
The IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway fields then turn red, noting that they are now user-
editable.
3. Press the IP Address field to open a keyboard and enter the Static IP Address provided by the
System Administrator. Press Done after entering the IP address information and repeat the same
process for the Subnet Mask and Gateway fields.
4. Press the optional Host Name field to open the keyboard and enter the Host Name information.
Press Done after assigning the alpha-numeric string of the host name.
5. Press the Primary DNS field to open a Keyboard, enter the Primary DNS Address (provided by the
System Administrator) and press Done when compete. Repeat this process for the Secondary DNS
field.
6. Press the Domain field to open a Keyboard, enter the resolvable domain Address (this is provided
by the System Administrator and equates to a unique Internet name for the panel), and press Done
when complete.
7. Set up the security and communication parameters between the wireless card and the target WAP by
configuring the Wireless Settings section on this page. Refer to the following section for detailed
procedures to set up either a secure or unsecure connection.
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Using the Site Survey tool
This tool allows a user to "sniff out" all transmitting Wireless Access Points within the detection range of
the internal wireless card (FIG. 20). Once the Site Survey button is pressed, the device displays the Site
Survey page, which contains the following categories:
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Network Name (SSID) - Wireless Access Point names
Channel (RF) - Channel currently being used by the WAP (Wireless Access Point)
Security Type (if detectable - such as WEP, OPEN and UNKNOWN) - security protocol
enabled on the WAP
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Signal Strength - displaying None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent
MAC Address - Unique identification of the transmitting Access Point
FIG. 20 Site Survey page
To access the Site Survey Tool:
1. From the Protected Setup page, press the Wireless Settings button to open the Wireless Settings
page.
2. Press the Site Survey button. This action launches the Wireless Site Survey page, which displays a
listing of all detected WAPs in the communication range of the internal card.
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The card scans its environment every four seconds and adds any new WAPs found to the list.
Every scan cycle updates the signal strength fields.
Access points are tracked by MAC Address.
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If the WAP’s SSID is set as a blank, then N/A is displayed within the SSID field.
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If the WAP’s SSID is not broadcast, it will not show up on the Wireless Networks
screen.
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If a WAP is displayed in the list is not detected for 10 scans in a row, it is then
removed from the screen. In this way, a user can walk around a building and track
access points as they move in and out of range.
3. Sort the information provided on this page by pressing on a column name. This moves the sorting
arrow to that column, where it may be toggled up or down.
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Up arrow - indicates that the information is being sorted in an ascending order.
Down arrow - indicates that the information is being sorted in a descending order.
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If the panel detects more than 10 WAPs, the Up/Down arrows at the far right side of
the page become active (blue) and allow the user to scroll through the list of entries.
4. Select a desired Access Point by touching the corresponding row. The up arrow and down arrow
will be grayed out if ten or fewer access points are detected. If more are detected, then they will be
enabled as appropriate so that the user can scroll through the list.
5. With the desired WAP selected and highlighted, click the Connect button to be directed to the
selected security mode’s Settings page with the SSID field filled in. From there, either Cancel the
operation or fill in any necessary information fields and then click Save.
Selecting an Open, WEP, and WPA-PSK Access Point and then clicking Connect will open the
corresponding Settings page. For any other security mode, clicking Connect will only return to the
previous page without any information being entered.
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In an Open security mode, after selection and connection to a target WAP, the SSID name of
the selected WAP is saved for the open security mode.
ꢀ In a Static WEP security mode, after selection and connection to a WEP Access Point, the user
is then redirected back to the Static WEP security screen, where the SSID field is already filled
out. The user is only required to enter in the remaining WEP key settings.
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A similar process occurs for WPA-PSK access points. For any other situation, the security
mode switches back to the previous page and security and connection parameters must be
entered in as usual.
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Step 2: Configure the Card’s Wireless Security Settings
The second step in setting up the wireless card is to configure the Wireless Settings section of the
Wireless Settings page. This section configures both the communication and security parameters from
the internal wireless card to the WAP. The procedures outlined within the following sections for an
802.11g card facilitate a common security configuration to a target WAP.
security methods.
After setting up the wireless card parameters, configure the communication parameters for the target
Configuring the device’s wireless card for unsecured access to a WEP
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Wireless Settings button (located on the lower-left) to open the Wireless Settings page
(FIG. 21).
Wireless card
security settings
MVP connection
IP info
FIG. 21 Wireless Settings page (showing a sample unsecured configuration)
2. Enter the SSID information by:
ꢀ
Automatically filling it by pressing the Site Survey button. From the Site Survey page,
choosing an Open WAP from within the Site Survey page and then pressing the Connect
button at the bottom of the page (FIG. 22).
Select an OPEN
(unsecured) WAP
Connecting to the
WAP begins the
communication.
FIG. 22 Site Survey of available WAPS (Unsecured WAP shown selected)
ꢀ
Manually entering the SSID information into the appropriate fields by following steps 7
through 9.
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3. From within the Wireless Security section, press the Open (Clear Text) button to open the Open
(Clear Text) Settings dialog (FIG. 23). An Open security method does not utilize any encryption
methodology, but does require that an alpha-numeric SSID be entered. This method sends out
network packets as unencrypted text.
Required information:
- SSID (Network Name used by the Target WAP)
By default, this field displays the
SSID - AMX
FIG. 23 Wireless Settings page - Open (Clear Text) security method
4. Press the red SSID field to display an on-screen Network Name (SSID) keyboard.
5. In this keyboard, enter the SSID name used on the target Wireless Access Point (case sensitive).
ꢀ
The card should be given the SSID used by the target WAP. If this field is left blank, the unit
will attempt to connect to the first available WAP. By default, all WAP200Gs use AMX as
their assigned SSID value.
ꢀ One of the most common problems associated with connection to a WAP involves an incorrect
SSID. Make sure to maintain the same case when entering the SSID information. ABC is not
the same as Abc.
6. Click Done when complete.
7. From the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 23), press the Save button to incorporate the new
information into the device and begin the communication process.
8. Verify the proper configuration in the fields in the IP Settings section. Refer to Step 1: Configure the
9. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page and press the on-screen Reboot button
to save any changes and restart the device. Remember that the connection must be configured to a
target Master from the System Settings page.
10. After the panel restarts, return to the Wireless Settings page’s RF Link Info section and verify the
link quality and signal strength:
ꢀ
The descriptions are None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent (FIG. 21).
The signal strength field should provide some descriptive text regarding the strength
of the connection to a Wireless Access Point. If no signal or no IP Address is
displayed, configuration of the network could be required.
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Automatically setting SSID
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Select Wireless Settings.
2. Press the Site Survey button at the bottom of the page.
3. Select a WEP secured WAP from within the Site Survey page, and press the Connect button
Select a target
WAP with the desired
level of security
Connecting to the WAP
begins the communication
FIG. 24 Site Survey of available WAPs (Secured WAP shown selected)
4. If the security is not handled automatically, the information must be entered manually from the
Wireless Security menu.
Manually setting SSID
From the Protected Setup page:
1. Select Wireless Settings.
2. Locate the Wireless Security menu (FIG. 25).
FIG. 25 Wireless Security page
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3. Press the Static WEP button to open the Static WEP Settings dialog (FIG. 26).
Requ ired In formation:
- SSID (Network Name used by the Target WAP)
- Encryption Method
- Passphrase
- WEP Key assignment
- Authentication Method
FIG. 26 Wireless Settings page - Static WEP security method
4. Press the SSID field. From the Network Name (SSID) keyboard, enter the SSID name used by the
target Wireless Access Point (case sensitive), and press Done when finished.
ꢀ The card should be given the SSID used by the target WAP. If this field is left blank, the device
will attempt to connect to the first available WAP.
ꢀ
ꢀ
One of the most common problems associated with connection to a WAP arises because of an
improperly entered SSID. The same case must be maintained when entering this information.
ABC is not the same as Abc.
The alpha-numeric string is AMX by default, but can later be changed to any 32-character
entry. This string must be duplicated within the Network Name (SSID) field on the WAP. As an
example, if the SSID is TECHPUBS, this word and the case within must match both the
Network Name (SSID) field on the touch panel’s Network Name SSID field and on the WAP’s
Basic Wireless Configuration page.
5. Toggle the Encryption field (FIG. 26) until it reads either 64 Bit Key Size or 128 Bit Key Size.
The 64/128 selection reflects the bit-level of encryption security. This WEP encryption level must
match the encryption level being used on the WAP.
WEP will not work unless the same Default Key is set on both the panel and the
Wireless Access Point. For example: if the Wireless Access Point has been set to
default key 4 (which was 01:02:03:04:05), the panel’s key 4 must be set to
01:02:03:04:05.
6. Toggle the Default Key field to choose a WEP Key value (from 1- 4) that matches what will be used
on the target. This value MUST MATCH on both devices.
ꢀ
These WEP Key identifier values must match for both devices.
7. With the proper WEP Key value displayed, press the Generate button to launch the WEP
Passphrase keyboard.
If the target WAP is to generate the Current Key, do not press the Generate button. Instead,
continue with Step 13.
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8. Within the WEP Passphrase keyboard (FIG. 27), enter a character string or word (such as
AMXPanel) and press Done when finished.
FIG. 27 WEP Passphrase Keyboard
ꢀ
For example, enter the word AMXPanel using a 128-bit hex digit encryption. After pressing
Done, the on-screen Current Key field displays a long string of characters, separated by
colons, which represents the encryption key equivalent to the word AMXPanel.
ꢀ
This series of hex digits (26 hex digits for a 128-bit encryption key) should be entered as the
Current Key into both the WAP and onto other communicating Modero panels by using the
WEP Key dialog (FIG. 28).
FIG. 28 WEP Key # Keyboard
9. Write down this Current Key string value for later entry into the WAP’s WEP Key field (typically
entered without colons) and into other communicating panel’s Current Key field.
10. If entering a Current Key generated either by the target WAP or another Modero panel,
within the WEP Keys section, touch the Key # button to launch the WEP Key # keyboard, enter the
characters and press Done when finished.
ꢀ
This Key value corresponds to the Default WEP Key number used on the Wireless Access
Point and selected in the Default Key field.
If the target Wireless Access Point does not support passphrase key generation and
has previously been setup with a manually entered WEP KEY, that same WEP key
must be manually entered on the panel.
11. The remaining Current Key and Authentication fields are greyed-out and cannot be altered by the
user.
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12. Verify that the fields within the IP Settings section have been properly configured. Refer to Step 1:
13. Press the Back button to navigate to the Protected Setup page and press the on-screen Reboot
button to save any changes and restart the panel. Remember that you will need to navigate to the
System Settings page and configure the connection to a target Master.
14. After the panel restarts, return to the Wireless Settings page to verify the Link Quality and Signal
Strength:
ꢀ
The descriptions are None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent.
The signal strength field provides some descriptive text regarding the strength of the
connection to a Wireless Access Point. Configuration of the network could be
required if there is no signal or no IP Address is displayed.
Configuring multiple wireless touch panels to communicate to a target WEP
1. For each communicating touch panel, complete all of the steps outlined within the previous section
2. Navigate back to the Wireless Settings page on each panel.
3. Verify that all communicating Modero panels are using the same SSID, encryption level, Default
Key #, and an identical Current Key value.
ꢀ
As an example, all panels should be set to Default Key #1 and be using aa:bb:cc.as the
Current Key string value. This same Key value and Current Key string should be used on the
target WAP.
4. Repeat steps 1 - 3 on each panel. Using the same passphrase generates the same key for all
communicating Modero panels.
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Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode
The MVP-5200i requires a decision on the type of connection to be made between it and the Master.
To establish a Master connection:
1. From the Protected Setup page, select System Settings.
2. Select Type to toggle between the Master Connection Types USB and Ethernet (FIG. 29).
ꢀ
ꢀ
A USB connection is a direct connection from the panel’s mini-USB port to a corresponding
USB port on the PC (acting as a Virtual Master).
A wireless Ethernet connection involves indirect communication from the panel to a Master
via a wireless connection to the network.
Although firmware upgrades can be conducted over wireless Ethernet, transferring
firmware KIT files over a USB connection is recommended, and only when the panel
is connected to a power supply. If battery power or the wireless connection fails
during a firmware upgrade, the panel flash file system may become corrupted.
FIG. 29 System Settings page
Ethernet over USB
The MVP-5200i device is the first G4 device to support a new Ethernet over USB driver for panel
downloads and firmware updates. This means that the device can connect to a host computer for updates
through its Mini USB port instead of through a standard Ethernet port (FIG. 30).
Mini-USB Port
FIG. 30 USB Port on the MVP-5200i
Because of its Ethernet over USB capabilities, the MVP-5200i also follows a different procedure for
downloading firmware than with other G4 devices. Firmware downloads require use of the USB
Programming Cable (FG10-5965) and a computer running Windows XP.
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Touch panel setup
To prepare the MVP-5200i for Ethernet for USB communication:
1. Turn on the MVP-5200i and wait for the device to finish booting up.
2. Insert the mini-USB end of the USB Programming Cable into the mini-USB port on the device.
Insert the other end into the appropriate USB port on the computer containing the files to be
downloaded.
3. If the connection goes well, the Windows XP machine will detect the device as an unsupported USB
device. It then presents a dialogue box that prompts the user for a suitable driver (FIG. 31):
FIG. 31 Found New Hardware Wizard dialogue box
4. Select Yes, this time only and click on Next.
5. In the new window:
ꢀ
ꢀ
- Select Use the following IP Address.
Under IP address, provide an IP address. Ensure that it is in the same subnet as the IP address
given to the usb0 interface on the MVP-5200i, but make sure that it has a different node
number. The IP address cannot be the same as the panel`s USB IP address.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Under Subnet mask, set the suitable subnet mask.
Click OK.
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6. In the next box (FIG. 32), make sure to:
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
Select Search for the best driver in these locations
Select Include this location in the search
Click on Browse
Select the folder that contains the 'linux.inf' file
FIG. 32 Found New Hardware Wizard Installation Options dialogue box
7. Click on Next.
8. The Windows XP machine now searches for the suitable driver (FIG. 33).
FIG. 33 Found New Hardware Wizard while searching for the driver
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9. Once the system finds the driver, it displays its choice (FIG. 34). Click Finish to complete the driver
installation.
FIG. 34 Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard
When an IP address is assigned to the usb0 interface on the device, Windows XP will make an attempt to
assign an IP address to the corresponding interface on the Windows side. Usually, this IP address is a
random value and in a totally different subnet. The user may set the Windows network properties for the
Ethernet over USB interface to have a specific address whenever the Windows XP system detects an
MVP-5200i with an assigned IP address.
In Windows XP:
1. From the Windows XP desktop, click on Start > Settings > Network Connections. This opens a
window listing the currently active network connections.
2. Select the connection that is specific to AMX USB Device Link.
3. Right click and select Properties.
4. In the Local Area Connection 3 Properties window (FIG. 35) under the General tab, select Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on Properties.
FIG. 35 Local Area Connection 3 Properties
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5. In the new window:
ꢀ
ꢀ
Select Use the following IP Address.
Under IP address, provide an IP address (ensure that it is in the same subnet as the IP address
given to the usb0 interface on the MVP-5200i).
ꢀ
ꢀ
Under Subnet mask, set the suitable subnet mask.
Click on OK'
6. In the Local Area Connection 3 Properties window, click on OK.
The user should now be able to run any TCP/IP application between the two systems.
Configure a Virtual NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio
A Virtual NetLinx Master (VNM) is used when the target panel is not actually connected to a physical
NetLinx Master. In this situation, the PC takes on the functions of a Master via a Virtual NetLinx Master.
This connection is made by either using the PC’s Ethernet Address (via TCP/IP using a known PC’s IP
Address as the Master) or using a direct mini-USB connection to communicate directly to the panel.
Before beginning:
1. If using the mini-USB connection, verify the panel has been configured to communicate via USB
within the System Settings page and that the USB driver has been properly configured. Changing the
Master Connection type requires a reboot before the change takes effect.
2. In NetLinx Studio, select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu to
open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 36).
FIG. 36 Master Communications Settings dialog box
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FIG. 37 Communications Settings dialog box
4. Click the NetLinx Master radio button in the Platform Selection section.
5. Click the Virtual NetLinx Master radio button in the Transport Connection Option section.
FIG. 38 Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog box
7. Enter the System number; the default is 1.
8. Click OK on all open dialogs to save your settings.
9. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System.
10. Right-click on Empty Device Tree/System and select Refresh System to re-populate the list.
The panel will not appear as a device below the virtual system number (in the Online Tree tab)
until both the system number (default = 1) is entered into the Master Connection section of the
System Settings page and the panel is restarted.
ꢀ
The System Connection status button turns green after a few seconds to indicate an active
USB connection to the PC via the Virtual Master.
ꢀ
If the System Connection icon does not turn green, check the USB connection and
communication settings and refresh the system.
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Ethernet
1. When using Wireless Ethernet, press the listed Mode to toggle through the available connection
modes:
Connection Modes
Mode Description
Procedures
None No connection
None
Auto
URL
The device connects to the first master that
responds. This setting requires setting the
System Number.
Setting the System Number:
1. Select the System Number to open the keypad.
2. Set your System Number and select Done.
Setting the Master IP:
The device connects to the specific IP of a
Master via a TCP connection. This setting
requires setting the Master’s IP.
1. Select the Master IP number to the keyboard.
2. Set the Master IP and select Done.
Listen The device "listens" for the Master to initiate
contact. This setting requires providing the
Master with the device’s IP.
Confirm that the device IP is on the Master URL
list. Set the Host Name on the device and use it to
locate the device on the Master. Host Name is
particularly useful in the DHCP scenario, where
the IP address can change.
2. Select the Master Port Number to open the keypad and change this value. The default setting for the
port is 1319.
3. Set the Master Port and select Done.
4. If you enabled password security on your Master, set the username and password within the device.
5. Select the blank field Username to open the keyboard.
6. Set the Username and select Done.
7. Select the blank field Password to open the keyboard.
8. Set the Password and select Done.
9. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page.
10. Press the Reboot button to reboot the device and confirm changes.
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Master Connection to a Virtual Master via Ethernet
When configuring the panel to communicate with a Virtual Master on your PC via
wireless Ethernet, the Master IP/URL field must be configured to match the IP
Address of the PC. Make sure to use the Virtual System value assigned to the Virtual
Master within NetLinx Studio.
Before beginning:
1. Verify that the panel has been configured to communicate with the Wireless Access Point and
confirm that the signal strength quality bargraph is On.
2. In NetLinx Studio, select Settings > Master Communication Settings from the Main menu to
open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 39).
FIG. 39 Master Communications Settings dialog box
FIG. 40 Communications Settings dialog box
4. Click on the Virtual NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate
that you are working as a NetLinx Master.
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5. Click on the Virtual NetLinx Master radio box from the Transport Connection Option section to
indicate wanting to configure the PC to communicate with a panel. Everything else, such as the
Authentication, is greyed out because the procedure is not being made through the Master’s UI.
6. Click the Edit Settings button in the Communications Settings dialog to open the Virtual NetLinx
IP Addresses of computer
(also obtained by using the
Start Run cmd
>
>
command)
FIG. 41 Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog box
7. From within this dialog, enter the System number (default is 1) and note the IP Address of the
target PC being used as the Virtual Master. This IP Address can also be obtained by following these
procedures:
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
On the PC, click Start > Run to open the Run dialog.
Enter cmd into the Open field and click OK to open the command DOS prompt.
From the C:\> command line, enter ipconfig to display the IP Address of the PC. This
information is entered into the Master IP/URL field on the panel.
8. Click OK to close the open dialogs, save the 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.
11. Place the panel in the Table Charging Station or in the Wall Charging Station and turn the panel On.
12. After the panel powers up, press and hold down the navigation wheel center button for 3 seconds to
continue with the setup process and proceed to the Setup page.
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13. Select Protected Setup > System Settings (located on the lower-left) to open the System Settings
page (FIG. 42).
The System Number is
assigned to the Master
within the AMX
software application
(these must match)
Enterthe IP Address
information of the PC
used as a Virtual
Master
When using a Virtual Master,
there is no need to enter a
username and/or password
FIG. 42 Sample System Settings page (for Virtual Master communication)
14. Press the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to the word
Ethernet.
15. Press the Mode field until the choice cycles to the word URL.
ꢀ
By selecting URL, the System Number field becomes read-only (grey) because the panel pulls
this value directly from the communicating target Master, virtual or not. A Virtual Master
system value can be set within the active AMX software applications such as NetLinx Studio,
TPD4, or IREdit.
16. Press the Master IP/URL field to open a Keyboard and enter the IP Address of the PC used as the
Virtual Master.
17. Click Done to accept the new value and return to the System Settings page.
18. Do not alter the Master Port Number value, as this is the default value used by NetLinx.
19. Press the Back button to open the Protected Setup page.
20. Press the on-screen Reboot button to save any changes and restart the panel.
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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.
Verify your NetLinx Master (ME260/64 or NI-Series) has been installed with the latest
firmware KIT file from www.amx.com. Refer to the NetLinx Master instruction
manual for more detailed information on the use of the new Web-based NetLinx
Security.
1. Press and hold the two lower buttons on both sides of the display for 3 seconds to open the Setup
page.
2. Press the Protected Setup button (located on the lower-left of the panel page) to open the Protected
Setup page and display an on-screen keypad.
3. Enter the appropriate password into the Keypad’s password field (1988 is the default password with
a new unit) and press Done.
4. Press the G4 WebControl button to open the G4 Web Control page (FIG. 43).
FIG. 43 G4 Web Control page
5. Press the Enable/Enabled button until it toggles to Enabled and turns light blue.
6. The Network Interface Select field is read-only and displays the method of communication to the
web.
ꢀ
Wireless is used when a wireless card is detected within the internal card slot. This method
provides an indirect communication to the web via a pre-configured Wireless Access Point.
The Network Interface Select field is read-only and defaulted to Wireless, since the
device has no Ethernet cable connection.
7. Press the Web Control Name field to open the Web Name keyboard.
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8. 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. 44).
FIG. 44 Sample relationship between G4 Web Control and Mange WebControl Connections window
9. Assign the alpha-numeric string for the Web Control name and then press Done.
10. Press the Web Control Password field to open the Web Password keyboard.
11. From the Web Password keyboard, enter a unique alpha-numeric string to be assigned as the G4
Authentication session password associated with VNC web access of this panel.
12. Press Done after assigning the alpha-numeric string for the Web Control password.
13. Press the Web Control Port field to open the Web Port Number keypad.
14. Within the keypad, enter a unique numeric value to be assigned to the port on which the VNC Web
Server is running. The default value is 5900. Press Done after entering the value. The remaining
fields within the G4 Web Control Settings section of this page are read-only and cannot be altered.
15. Press the Up/Down arrows on either sides of the G4 Web Control Timeout field to increase or
decrease the amount of time the device can remain idle with no cursor movements before the session
is closed and the user is disconnected.
16. Press the Back button to open the Protected Setup page.
17. Press the on-screen Reboot button to save any changes and restart the device.
Verify that the NetLinx Master’s IP Address and System Number have been properly
entered into the Master Connection section of the System Settings page.
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Using the NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel
Refer to the 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.
In order to make full use of the SSL encryption, the web browser used should incorporate an
encryption feature. This encryption level is displayed as a Cipher strength.
Once the Master’s IP Address has been set through NetLinx Studio version 2.x or higher:
1. Launch your web browser.
2. Enter the IP Address of the target Master (example: http://198.198.99.99) into the web browser’s
Address field.
3. Press the Enter key on your keyboard to begin the communication process between the target
Master and your computer.
ꢀ
Initially, the Master Security option is disabled from within the System Security page, and no
username and password is required for access or configuration.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Both HTTP and HTTPS Ports are enabled by default via the Manage System > Server page.
If the Master has been previously configured for secured communication, click OK to accept
the AMX SSL certificate, if SSL is enabled, and then enter a valid username and password
into the fields within the Login dialog.
4. Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the Master’s Manage WebControl Connections
window. This page (FIG. 45) is accessed by clicking on the Manage connections link (within the
Web Control section within the Navigation frame). Once activated, this page displays links to G4
panels running the latest G4 Web Control feature that were previously set up and activated on the
device.
Co mpat ib le
devices field
(showing G4
WebControl links)
G4 panels
Compression
Options
FIG. 45 Manage WebControl Connections page (populated with compatible panels)
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5. Click on the G4 panel name link associated with the target panel. A secondary web browser window
appears on the screen (FIG. 46).
FIG. 46 Web Control VNC installation and Password entry screens
6. 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.
The G4 Web Control application is sent by the panel to the computer that is used for
communication. Once the application is installed, this popup will no longer appear.
This popup will only appear if you are connecting to the target panel using a different
computer.
7. Some situations might display a Connection Details dialog (FIG. 47) requesting a VNC Server IP
Address. This is the IP Address not of the Master but of the target touch panel. Depending on which
method of communication is being used, it can be found in either:
ꢀ
ꢀ
Wired Ethernet - System Settings > IP Settings section within the IP Address field.
Wireless - Wireless Settings > IP Settings section within the IP Address field.
If this field does not appear, continue to step 9.
IP Address of touch panel
-obtained fromIP Settings section of
the Wireless Settings page (MVP)
FIG. 47 Connection Details dialog
8. If a WebControl password was set up on the G4 WebControl page, a G4 Authentication Session
password dialog box appears on the screen within the secondary browser window.
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9. Enter the Web Control session password into the Session Password field (FIG. 47). This password
was previously entered into the Web Control Password field within the G4 Web Control page on the
panel.
10. 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 is then populated with the same G4 page being displayed on the target G4 panel.
A small circle appears within the on-screen G4 panel page and corresponds to the location of the mouse
cursor. A left-mouse click on the computer-displayed panel page equates to an actual touch on the target
G4 panel page.
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Setup Pages
The MVP-5200i features on-board Setup pages. Use the options in the Setup pages to access panel
information and make various configuration changes.
To access the Setup pages, press the center button of the navigation wheel and hold for 3 to 5 seconds
Setup Page Access button:
Press and hold for 3 to 5 seconds
to access the Setup pages.
FIG. 48 Setup Page Access buttons
Setup Pages
FIG. 49 MVP-5200i main Setup page
Features on this page include:
Setup Page
Navigation Buttons:
The buttons along on the left side of the page provide access to secondary Setup
pages (see following sections).
Connection Status icon: The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant visual
indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
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Setup Page (Cont.)
Connection Status:
Displays whether the panel is has external communication, as well as the
encryption status of the Master, the connection type (Ethernet or USB), and to
which System the panel is connected.
• Until a connection is established, the message displayed is: “Attempting via
Ethernet” or "Attempting via USB".
• When a connection is established, the message displayed is either: “Connected
via Ethernet “or “Connected via USB “.
• The word “Encrypted” appears when an encrypted connection is established with
a NetLinx Master.
Note: The panel must be rebooted before incorporating any panel communication
changes and to detect Ethernet connections.
Display Timeout:
Indicates the length of time that the panel can remain idle before activating Sleep
mode, causing the device to power down.
• Press the Up/Down buttons to increase/decrease the Display Timeout setting.
Range = NONE, 10 sec., 15 sec., 20 sec., 25 sec., 30 sec., 5 mins., 15 mins., 30
mins., 60 mins., 2 hrs.
• Set the timeout value to NONE to disable Sleep mode.
Note: Small timeout values maximize the life of the battery charge.
Advanced Power Settings button: Enabling this button disables various peripherals
that would otherwise remain powered while the device is in Sleep mode, including
the navigation wheel. When this button is enabled, pressing the
navigation wheel center will NOT wake up the panel, and only touching the touch
screen will awaken it. This feature is only active when the device is running on
battery power, and is not active when the device is on external power. When
enabled, Advanced Power Savings allows additional battery life of panel availabil-
ity without recharging.
Disable Timeout On External Power button: When enabled, the display will not go
into Timeout when external power is applied. The display always will go into the
preselected Display Timeout setting when on battery power.
Inactivity Page Flip
Timeout:
Indicates the length of time that the panel can remain idle before automatically
flipping to a pre-selected page.
• Press the Up/Down buttons to increase/decrease the Inactivity Page Flip
Timeout setting. Range = 0 - 240 (minutes).
• Set the timeout value to 0 to disable Inactivity Page Flip mode.
Note: The touch panel page used for the Inactivity page flip is named within a
small Inactivity Page field below the buttons.
Panel Brightness:
Sleep Blink LED:
Sets the display brightness and contrast levels of the panel.
• Press the Brightness Up/Down buttons to adjust the brightness level.
Range = 0 - 100.
NOTE: Be careful not to turn down the brightness too low to be able to see the
Setup page.
Enables and disables the blinking of the navigation wheel LED when the device is
in Sleep mode. When enabled, the LED blinks while the device is charging. The
Sleep Blink LED button is enabled by default.
NOTE: This feature will only apply when the device is in Sleep mode. When the
device is active, the state of the LED will match that of the display.
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Navigation Buttons
The following Navigation buttons (FIG. 50) appear on the left side of the Setup page:
Press to access the Protected Setup pages.
Press to access the Project Information page in order to view information on
the TPDesign file being used, and Panel Information page in order to view
panel specific information such as resolution and memory.
Press to access the Time page in order to alter the time and date settings on
the Master.
Press to access the Audio page in order to adjust audio parameters
on the panel.
Press to access the Battery page in order to monitor battery status in
the panel.
FIG. 50 Setup Page Navigation Buttons
Protected Setup Pages
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Information Button
The Information button allows access of both the Project Information page, which contains data on the
TPDesign4 file being used with the MVP-5200i, and the Panel Information page, which contains
detailed information on the panel itself. To access these pages:
1. Press and hold the Information button until the Project Information button and the Panel
Information button slide from the left.
The Project Information and the Panel Information buttons will be displayed for
three seconds before they slide back behind the Information button, whether or not
the Information button is still being pressed.
2. Press the appropriate button for the information required.
3. To return to the Setup page, press the Back button.
Project Information Page
The Project Information page displays the project properties of the TPDesign4 project file currently
loaded on the panel (FIG. 51).
FIG. 51 Project Information page
Features on this page include:
Project Information Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon: The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant visual
indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
File Name:
Designer ID:
File Revision:
Dealer ID:
Displays the name of the TPDesign4 project file downloaded to the panel.
Displays the designer information.
Displays the revision number of the file.
Displays the dealer ID number (unique to every dealer and entered in TPD4).
Displays the job name.
Job Name:
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Project Information Page (Cont.)
Sales Order:
Displays the sales order information.
Displays the purchase order information.
Purchase Order:
AMX IR 38K Assigned
Port:
Displays the AMX 38 kHz IR channel port used by the IR Emitter on the panel.
• This information is specified in TPD4 (Project Properties > IR Emitters &
Receivers tab).
• For example, if you set the AMX IR 38K Port to 7 and then put a button on the
panel with a channel code of 5 and a port of 7, it will trigger the IR code in slot 5
of the AMX IR 38K Port.
AMX IR 455K Assigned Displays the AMX 455 kHz IR channel port used by the IR Emitter on the panel.
Port:
IR User Def1 Port:
IR User Def2 Port:
Build Number:
Displays the primary channel port used by the IR receiver on the panel.
Displays the secondary channel port used by the IR receiver on the panel
Displays the build number information of the TPD4 software used to create the
project file.
Creation Date:
Revision Date:
Last Save Date:
Blink Rate:
Displays the project creation date.
Displays the last revision date for the project.
Displays the last date the project was saved.
Displays the feedback blink rate, in 10-second increments.
Displays any comments associated to the job (from the TPD4 project file).
Displays the port used by the charging cradle sensor.
Job Comments:
Cradle Sensor Port:
Cradle Sensor Channel: Displays the channel used to broadcast the charging cradle sensor status.
IR receivers and transmitters on G4 panels share the device address number of the
panel.
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Panel Information Page
The Panel Information page provides detailed panel information (FIG. 52).
FIG. 52 Panel Information page
Features on this page include:
Panel Information Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant
visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Panel Type:
Displays the model of the panel being used.
Firmware Version:
Setup Port:
Displays the version number of the G4 firmware loaded on the panel.
Displays the setup port information (value) being used by the panel.
Displays the high port (port count) value for the panel.
High Port:
High Address:
High Channel:
High Level:
Displays the high address (address count) value for the panel.
Displays the high channel (channel count) value for the panel.
Displays the high level (level count) value being used by the panel.
Displays the specific serial number value assigned to the panel.
Displays the type and version of the Setup pages being used by the panel.
Displays the screen width (in pixels). MVP-5200i = 640 pixels.
Displays the screen height (in pixels). MVP-5200i = 480 pixels.
Displays the video refresh rate applied to the incoming video signal.
Displays the degree of rotation applied to the on-screen image.
Displays the page assigned to display after the panel is powered-up.
Displays the start-up string.
Serial Number:
Setup Pages Version:
Screen Width:
Screen Height:
Screen Refresh Rate:
Screen Rotation:
Power Up Page:
Start Up String:
Wake Up String:
Sleep String:
Displays the wake up string used after an activation from a timeout.
Displays the sleep string used during a panel’s sleep mode.
Displays the amount of Compact Flash memory available on the panel.
Displays the available RAM (or Extended Memory module) on the panel.
Displays the time taken by the panel to wake up from sleep mode.
Displays the number of hours elapsed with the display on full power.
File System:
RAM:
Panel Start Time:
Bulb Hours:
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Time & Date Settings Page
The options on the Time & Date Settings page (FIG. 53) allows setting and adjusting of time and date
information on the NetLinx Master. If the time and/or date on the Master is modified, all connected
devices will be updated to reflect the new information.
FIG. 53 Time and Date Setup page
The MVP-5200i does not have an on-board clock, so the only way to modify a panel’s
time without altering the Master is via NetLinx Code.
Features on this page include:
Time & Date Setup Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon: The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant visual
indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Time Date Refresh/Set: • The Get Time button retrieves Time and Date information from the Master.
• The Set Time button retains and saves any time/date modifications made on the
panel.
Time Display fields:
• These fields display the time in three formats: STANDARD, STANDARD AM/PM,
and 24 HOUR.
Date Display fields:
Set Date/Time:
• These fields display the calendar date information in several different formats.
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to adjust the Master’s calendar date and time. The
blue icon indicates which field is currently selected.
• Year range = 2000 - 2199
• Month range = 1 - 12
• Day range = 1 - 31
• Hour = 24-hour military
• Minute range = 0 - 59
• Second range = 0 - 59
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Audio Settings Page
FIG. 54 Audio Settings pages
Features on these pages include:
Audio Settings Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant
visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Master Volume:
This section allows you to alter the current master volume level:
• Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the volume level in 25-percent increments
(range = 0 - 100).
• The Master Volume bargraph indicates the current volume level. Press the
bargraph to the left or right of the graph marker to adjust the volume level in
one-percent increments (range = 0 - 100), or press the bargraph and hold to
move the graph marker to the desired level.
• The Mute button toggles the Mute feature.
Default Panel Sounds:
Internal Sound Level:
• Activating the Button Hit button plays a default sound when you touch an
active button.
• Activating the Button Miss button plays a default sound when you touch a
non-active button or any area outside of the active button
• The Play Test Sound button plays a test WAV/MP3 file over the panel’s
internal speakers.
Adjusts the volume level on the panel’s internal speaker:
• Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the volume (range = 0 - 100)
• The Internal Sound Level bargraph indicates the current sound level. Press
the bargraph to the left or right of the graph marker to adjust the volume level
in one-percent increments (range = 0 - 100), or press the bargraph and hold
to move the graph marker to the desired level.
• The Mute button mutes the internal speaker volume
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Audio Settings Page (Cont.)
Analog
Line In Level:
Adjusts the volume level of any analog signal coming into the device:
• Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the input level (range = 0 - 100)
• The Line In Level bargraph indicates the current input level. Press the
bargraph to the left or right of the graph marker to adjust the volume level in
one-percent increments (range 0 - 100), or press the bargraph and hold to
move the graph marker to the desired level.
• The Mute button mutes the line input.
Intercom
Mic Level:
Adjusts the volume level on the intercom’s microphone:
• Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the microphone level (range = 0 - 100).
Press the bargraph to the left or right of the graph marker to adjust the
volume level in one-percent increments (range 0 - 100), or press the
bargraph and hold to move the graph marker to the desired level.
Intercom Volume:
Sets the volume level for intercom calls from another MVP-5200i:
• Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the Line-In volume level (range = 0 - 100).
• The Line-In Level bargraph indicates the current Line-In level. Press the
bargraph to the left or right of the graph marker to adjust the volume level in
one-percent increments (range 0 - 100), or press the bargraph and hold to
move the graph marker to the desired level.
• The Mute button mutes the Line-In volume.
Audio Output
Audio Output:
Enables USB headphone output.
WAV files - Supported sample rates
The following sample rates for WAV files are supported by MVP-5200i panels:
Supported WAV Sample Rates
• 48000 Hz
• 44100 Hz
• 32000 Hz
• 24000 Hz
• 22050 Hz
• 16000 Hz
• 12000 Hz
• 11025 Hz
• 8000 Hz
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Battery Settings Page
The options on the Battery Settings page allow setting of power warning preferences and battery status
information, and adjustment of the display times for battery warnings (FIG. 55).
FIG. 55 Battery page
Features on this page include:
Battery Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page provides a constant
visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Low Battery Warning:
Panel Shutdown:
The Up/Down buttons adjust the time value (in minutes) available on the battery
(for use) before the panel displays a low battery warning. Range - 10 - 45,
default = 15 min.
This value determines the number of minutes that would need to pass before
the panel automatically shuts down. Once shut down, the device would have to
be restarted. The Up/Down buttons alter the timeout value (in minutes). A value
of 0 disables this feature.
Range = 0 - 240, default = 0.
Battery Charge Status:
Battery Level Port:
Battery Level:
The Battery Charge Status field indicates the power charge currently available
on the battery.
The Battery Level Port field indicates the port being used to report charge
status levels back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPDesign4).
The Battery Level field indicates the level being used to report status levels
back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPDesign4).
Battery Power Brightness The DISABLE/DISABLED button acts as a power save feature with two options:
Limit:
• Disable - Clicking on this button deactivates this power save feature. The
panel will use the Panel Brightness level.
• Disabled - Clicking on this button activates the brightness limit set on the
panel, conserving battery power. Activating this feature causes the panel to
function at 80% of full brightness and overrides the Panel Brightness value
set on the Setup page.
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Protected Setup Pages
The Protected Setup page (FIG. 56) provides secured access to advanced panel configuration options,
including communication and security settings. The Protected Setup page is accessed through the Setup
To access the Protected Setup pages:
1. Press the center button of the navigation wheel and hold for 3 to 5 seconds to access the Setup
pages.
2. Select the Protected Setup button on the left side of the screen.
3. Enter the factory default password (1988) into the password keypad to access the page.
FIG. 56 Protected Setup page showing default values
Features on the Protected Setup page include:
Protected Setup Page
Navigation Buttons:
The buttons along on the left side of the page provide access to secondary
Protected Setup pages (see following sections).
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Device Number:
Options:
Opens a keypad used to view or change the device number of the panel.
• Function Show - toggles the display of the channel port, channel code, level
port and level code on all touch panel buttons (see FIG. 57).
• Telnet - enables or disables the panel’s telnet server, allowing or preventing
direct telnet communication to the panel.
• Page Tracking - toggles the page tracking function. When enabled, the panel
reports page data to the NetLinx Master.
• Front Button Setup Access - activates the navigation wheel for accessing
the Setup and Calibration pages (see FIG. 56 on page 61). The default
setting is On.
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Protected Setup Page (Cont.)
System Recovery:
• Reset System Settings - Deletes all of the current configuration parameters
on the panel (including IP Addresses, Device Number assignments,
Passwords, and other presets). This option invokes a Confirmation dialog,
prompting you to confirm your selection before resetting the panel.
• Remove User Pages - Removes all TPD4 touch panel pages currently on the
panel, including the pre-installed AMX Demo pages. This option invokes a
Confirmation dialog, prompting you to confirm your selection before removing
the panel pages.
Note that the YES button on the Confirmation dialog is disabled for 5 seconds
as additional protection against accidentally resetting the panel or removing
the panel pages.
Reboot/Shutdown Panel:
Docking Station
• Pressing the Reboot button causes the panel to reboot after saving any
changes.
• Pressing the Shutdown button causes the panel to shut down after saving
any changes.
• Dock Status - Illuminates when the panel is docked and communicating with
the Charging Station.
• Undock Panel - Releases panel from Wall Mounted Charging Station.
Channel Code
Channel Port
0.20
BUTTON
0,8
0,50
Level Port
Channel Code
Address Port
Address Code
FIG. 57 Function Show example
When the Function Show feature is displayed, the Channel Port and Code will appear
in yellow, the Address Port and Code in green, and the Level Port and Channel Code
in purple.
To reboot the panel:
1. Access the Protected Setup page.
2. Press the Reboot button.
3. Wait until the panel completes its reboot.
4. Log back into the Protected Setup page, if necessary.
To shut down the panel:
1. Access the Protected Setup page.
2. Press the Shutdown button.
3. Disconnect any power source plugs or USB connections, if necessary.
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Protected Setup Navigation Buttons
The Protected Setup Navigation Buttons (FIG. 58) appear on the left edge of the Protected Setup page.
Press to access the System Settings page, which contains IP Settings and Master
Connection information.
Press to access the Wireless Settings page, which allows configuration of wireless
connection settings.
Press to access the Calibration page, which allows proper calibration of the panel.
Press to access the G4 Web Control page, which enables and disables remote
display and control of the panel via a web-enabled PC running a VNC client.
Press to access the Passwords Setup page, to specify firmware
and user access passwords.
Press to access the Tools page, for panel connection logs, panel statistics,
and the Connection Utility.
FIG. 58 Protected Setup Navigation Buttons
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System Settings Page
The System Settings page (FIG. 59) displays sets the NetLinx Master’s communication settings.
FIG. 59 System Settings page
The elements of this page include:
System 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 Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
IP Settings:
Switches the IP settings between DHCP and Static. DHCP means that the IP
address and the subnet mask fields are greyed out; in Static, press either of the
fields to open the IP Address and Subnet Mask keypads.
Master Connection:
Sets the NetLinx Master communication values:
Type
Sets the NetLinx Master to communicate with the panel via Ethernet, USB,
Mesh, or ICSNet. This is based on the cable connection from the rear.
• Ethernet is a CAT-5 cable (10/100Base T terminated in an RJ-45 connector)
used to network computers together and is used in most LAN (local area
networks). This description is also used to refer to both wired and wireless
communication. A Wireless Ethernet connection involves indirect
communication from the panel to a Master via a wireless connection to the
network.
• A USB connection is a direct connection from the panel’s mini-USB port to a
corresponding USB port on the PC (acting as a Virtual Master).
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System Setting Page Elements (Cont.)
Mode
Cycles between the connection modes: URL, Listen, NDP(UDP,) URL(UDP),
and Auto.
(Ethernet Only - disabled when USB is selected)
• URL - In this mode, enter the IP/URL, Master Port Number, and username/
password (if used) on the Master. The System Number field is read-only - the
panel obtains this information from the Master.
• Listen - In this mode, add the panel address into the URL List in NetLinx
Studio and set the connection mode to Listen. This mode allows the Modero
touch panel to “listen” for the Master’s communication signals. The System
Number and Master IP/URL fields are read-only.
• NDP(UDP) - In this mode, The System Number and Master IP/URL fields are
read-only.
• URL(UDP) - In this mode, The System Number and Master IP/URL fields are
read-only.
• Auto - In this mode, enter the System Number and a username/password (if
applicable). Use this mode when both the panel and the NetLinx Master are
on the same Subnet and the Master has its UDP feature enabled. The Master
IP/URL field is read-only.
System Number
Master IP/URL
Allows entry of a system number. Default value is 0 (zero).
(ETHERNET in Auto Mode Only - disabled when USB is selected)
Sets the Master IP or URL of the NetLinx Master.
(ETHERNET in URL and URL(UDP) Modes Only - disabled when USB is
selected)
Master Port Number
Username/Password
Allows entry of the port number used with the NetLinx Master. Default = 1319
(ETHERNET Only - disabled when USB is selected)
If the target Master has been previously secured, enter the alpha-numeric string
(into each field) assigned to a pre-configured user profile on the Master. This
profile should have the pre-defined level of access/configuration rights.
NDP Name
Displays the name of the device connecting to the Master.
Refer to the Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode section on page 35 for more detailed information
on using the System Settings page.
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Wireless Settings Page
Use the options on the Wireless Settings page (FIG. 60) to configure communication settings for the
wireless CF card (802.11b/g), and read the device number assigned to the panel.
FIG. 60 Wireless Settings page (reads from and assigns values to the WAP)
Features on this page include:
Wireless Settings Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
IP Settings:
Sets the IP communication values for the panel:
DHCP/STATIC
Sets the panel to either DHCP or Static communication modes.
• DHCP - a temporary IP Addresses is assigned to the panel by a DHCP
server. If DHCP is selected, the other IP Settings fields are disabled (see
below).
• Static IP is a permanent IP Address assigned to the panel. If Static IP is
selected, the other IP Settings fields are enabled (see below).
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Gateway
Enter the secondary IP address for this panel.
Enter the subnetwork address for this panel.
Enter the gateway address for this panel.
Enter the host name for this panel.
Host Name
Primary DNS
Enter the address of the primary DNS server used by this panel for host name
lookups.
Secondary DNS
Domain
Enter the secondary DNS address for this panel.
Enter a unique name to the panel for DNS look-up.
MAC Address
This unique address identifies the wireless Ethernet card in the panel (read-
only).
Active Roaming on
Channels 1&11
When enabled, connection allows active roaming between WAPs by switching
between channels 1 and 11 if the other channel is unavailable.
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Wireless Settings Page (Cont.)
Access Point MAC
Address:
This unique address identifies the Wireless Access Point (WAP) used by this
panel for wireless communication (read-only).
• Site Survey button: Launches the Wireless Site Survey page. The options on
this page allow you to detect (“sniff-out”) all WAPs transmitting within range of
the panel’s Wi-Fi card.
Data displayed on the Site Survey page is categorized by:
- Network Name (SSID) - WAP names
- Channel (RF) - channels currently being used by the WAP
- Security Type - security protocol enabled on the WAP, if detectable
- Signal Strength - None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent
- MAC Address - Unique identification of the transmitting Access Point
information on the SIte Survey page.
• When communicating with a NXA- WAP200G, enter the MAC Address
(BSSID) of the target WAP as the Access Point MAC Address. Refer to the
WAP200G Instruction Manual for more information.
Wireless Security:
Sets the wireless security method to be used by the panel to connect to the
network. Selecting any of the connection method buttons invokes the relevant
configuration page, with options that allow you to define parameters specific to
the selected method of connection.
Open (Clear Text)
This button opens the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 62 on page 70).
“Open” security does not utilize any encryption methodology, but requires an
SSID (alpha-numeric) entry. This entry must match the Network Name (SSID)
entry of the target WAP so the panel knows what device it is using to
communicate with the network.
Static WEP
WPA-PSK
This button opens the Static WEP Settings page (FIG. 63 on page 71).
“Static WEP” security requires that both a target WAP be identified and an
encryption method be implemented prior to establishing communication.
This button opens the WPA-PSK Settings page (FIG. 64 on page 73).
“WPA-PSK” security is designed for environments where is it desirable to use
WPA or WPA2, but an 802.1x authentication server is not available.
PSK connections are more secure than WEP and are simpler to configure,
since they implement dynamic keys but share a key between the WAP and the
panel (client).
EAP-PEAP
EAP-TTLS
This button opens the EAP-PEAP Settings page (FIG. 69 on page 79).
“EAP-PEAP” security is designed for wireless environments where it is neces-
sary to securely transmit data over a wireless network.
• For information on uploading a certificate file, refer to the AMX Certificate
This button opens the EAP-TTLS Settings page (FIG. 70 on page 81).
“EAP-TTLS” security is designed for wireless environments where having a
Radius server directly validate the identity of the client (panel) is necessary
before allowing it access to the network.
• For information on uploading a certificate file, refer to the AMX Certificate
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Wireless Security (Cont.):
EAP-TLS
This button opens the EAP-TLS Settings page (FIG. 71 on page 83).
“EAP-TLS” security is designed for wireless environments where securely
transmitting data over a wireless network by adding an additional level of
security protocol is necessary via the use of a private key.
• For information on uploading a certificate file, refer to the AMX Certificate
EAP-LEAP
EAP-FAST
This button opens the EAP-LEAP Settings page (FIG. 66 on page 75).
“EAP-LEAP” security is designed for wireless environments where it is not
required to have both a client or server certificate validation scheme in place,
yet necessary to securely transmit data over a wireless network.
This button opens the EAP-FAST Settings page (FIG. 68 on page 77).
“EAP-FAST” security is designed for wireless environments where security and
ease of setup are equally desirable.
These options set communication values for the wireless interface card:
Displays the currently used SSID of the target WAP.
RF Link Info:
SSID
Channel
The RF channel being used for connection to the WAP (read -only).
Link Quality
Displays the quality of the link from the wireless NIC to the Wireless Access
Point (direct sequence spread spectrum) in real time (None, Poor, Fair, Good,
Very Good, and Excellent).
• Even when link quality is at its lowest you still have a connection, and the
ability to transmit and receive data, even if at lower speeds.
Note: “Link Quality” and “Signal Strength” are applicable to RF connections
only. It is possible to have an RF signal to a WAP, but be unable to communi-
cate with it because of either incorrect IP or encryption settings.
Signal Strength
This indicator displays a description of the signal strength from the Wireless
Access Point connection in real time (None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and
Excellent).
SNR (Signal Noise Ratio) is a measure of the relative strength of a wireless RF
connection. Given this value and the link quality above, you can determine the
noise level component of the SNR. For example, if signal strength is high but
the link quality is low, then the cause of the link degradation is noise. However,
if signal strength is low and link quality is low the cause would simply be signal
strength.
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Wireless Security
The options on the Wireless Security section (FIG. 61) include the wireless security methods supported
by the NXA-WC80211GCF Wi-Fi card. These security methods incorporate WPA, WPA2, and EAP
technology, some of which require the upload of unique certificate files to a target panel. Refer to the
Some encryption and security features may or may not be supported:
Wireless Security Support
802.11g Wi-Fi CF card: • Open (Clear Text)
• Static WEP (64-bit and 128-bit key lengths)
• WPA-PSK
• EAP security (with and without certificates)
• WAP SIte Survey
configuring the panel for wireless network access using the various security options.
FIG. 61 Wireless Security section
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Open (Clear Text) Settings
Press the Open (Clear Text) button to open the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 62).
FIG. 62 Wireless Settings page - Open (Clear Text) Settings
Open security does not utilize any encryption methodology, but requires an SSID (alpha-numeric) entry.
This entry must match the Network Name (SSID) entry of the target WAP so the panel knows what
device it is using to communicate with the network.
Open (Clear Text) Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP. The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all
panels on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in your wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• If this field is left blank, the panel will attempt to connect to the first available
WAP.
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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Static WEP Settings
Press the Static WEP button to open the Static WEP Settings page (FIG. 63).
FIG. 63 Wireless Settings page - Static WEP Settings
Static WEP security requires that both a target WAP be identified and an encryption method be
implemented prior to establishing communication. In addition to providing both Open and Shared
Authentication capabilities, this page also supports Hexadecimal and ASCII keys.
Static WEP Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP. The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all
panels on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in your wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• If this field is left blank, the panel will attempt to connect to the first available
WAP.
WEP 64 / WEP 128:
Cycles through the available encryption options: 64 or 128 Bit Key Size.
“WEP” (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is an 802.11 security protocol designed to
provide wireless security equivalent to wired networks.
• WEP64 enables WEP encryption using a 64 Bit Key Size. All packets are
transmitted with their contents encrypted using the Default WEP Key.
• WEP128 enables WEP encryption using a 128 Bit Key Size. All packets are
transmitted with their contents encrypted using the Default WEP Key.
• If the key is not the correct size, the system will resize it to match the
number of bits required for the WEP encryption mode selected.
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Generate (Passphrase):
This button displays an on-screen keyboard which allows you to enter a
passphrase. The panel then automatically generates four WEP keys that are
compatible only with Modero panels. Enter these WEP keys into the target
WAP.
When working with multiple panels, WEP Keys must be entered into the WAP
for each panel.
• All Modero panels use the same code key generator. Therefore, this
Passphrase generates identical keys on any Modero panel.
• The Passphrase generator is case sensitive.
Note: This Key generator is unique to Modero panels and does not generate
the same keys as non-AMX wireless devices. For example, a Current Key
string generated anywhere else will not match those created on Modero
panels.
Default Key:
WEP Keys:
Cycles through the four available WEP key identifiers to select a WEP key to
use. As the Default Key value is altered (through selection) the corresponding
“Current Key” is displayed. Each Current Key corresponds to a WEP key.
This feature is useful for accessing different networks without having to
re-enter that networks’ WEP key. It is also sometimes used to set up a
rotating key schedule to provide an extra layer of security.
This feature provides another level of security by selecting up to four WEP
Keys.
Push any of the four buttons to open an on-screen keyboard. Both ASCII and
HEX keys are supported. Up to four keys can be configured for both.
• An ASCII key utilizes either 5 or 13 ASCII characters
• A HEX key utilizes either 10 or 26 Hexidecimal characters
Press Done to accept any changes and save the new value.
Note: A 64-bit key will be 10 characters in length while a 128-bit key will be
26 characters in length. The length of the key entered determines the level of
WEP encryption employed (64 or 128-bit). 128-bit keys may be used if
supported by the internal wireless card.
Current Key:
Displays the current WEP key in use.
• When working with a single panel and a single WAP, manually entering the
Current Key from the WAP into the selected WEP Key is recommended.
• When working with a single WAP and multiple panels, generating a Current
Key using the same passphrase on all panels and then entering the
panel-produced WEP key manually into the Wireless Access Point is
recommended.
• Keys may also be examined by touching the key buttons and noting the
keyboard initialization text.
• Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to erase stored key information.
Authentication:
Toggles between the two authentication modes: Open (broadcast publicly) or
Shared (encrypted).
• An Open network allows connections from any client without authentication.
• A Shared network requires the client to submit a key which is shared by the
network WAP before it is given permission to associate with the network. In
this case the key is the same as the WEP encryption key.
In either case, if WEP encryption has been enabled, the client will still require
the WEP key to encrypt and decrypt packets in order to communicate with the
network.
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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WPA-PSK Settings
Press the WPA-PSK button to opens the WPA-PSK dialog (FIG. 64).
FIG. 64 Wireless Settings page - WPA-PSK Settings
WPA-PSK security is designed for environments where using WPA or WPA2 is desirable, but an 802.1x
authentication server is not available. PSK connections are more secure than WEP and are simpler to
configure, since they implement dynamic keys but share a key between the WAP and the panel (client).
Using WPA-PSK, the encryption on the WAP could either be WPA or WPA2. The firmware in the panel
will automatically connect to the WAP using the correct encryption. The WPA encryption type is
configured on the WAP, not in the firmware.
WAPs do not display “WPA” or “WPA2” on their configuration screens:
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WPA is normally displayed as TKIP.
WPA2 is normally displayed as AES CCMP.
The following fields are required: SSID and Password/Pass Phrase.
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Enter the SSID of the WAP.
Enter a pass phrase with a minimum of 8 characters and a maximum of 63.
The exact same pass phrase (including capitalization) must be entered in the access point.
WPA-PSK Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP. The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all
panels on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in your wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• If this field is left blank, the panel will attempt to connect to the first available
WAP.
Password/Pass Phrase:
Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter a passphrase (password).
• This alpha-numeric string must use a minimum of 8 characters and a
maximum of 63.
• The exact pass phrase string (including capitalization) must be entered on
the target WAP.
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Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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security options.
tool.
EAP Security & Server Certificates - Overview
The following EAP types all support a server certificate:
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EAP-PEAP
EAP-TTLS
EAP-TLS
All three of these certificate-using security methods are documented in the following sections. EAP
Authentication goes a step beyond simply encrypting data transfers, but also requires that a set of
credentials be validated before the client (panel) is allowed to connect to the rest of the network
(FIG. 65). Please note that no user intervention is necessary during this process, as it proceeds
automatically based on the configuration parameters entered into the panel.
LAN
802.1x
(EAP over Wireless)
Authentication Server
Client - Panel
(supplicant)
Authenticator
(Wireless Access Point)
(RADIUS Server)
FIG. 65 EAP security method in process
A server certificate file uses a certificate installed in a panel so that the RADIUS server can be validated
before the panel tries to connect to it. The field name associated with this file is Certificate Authority.
If a server certificate is used, it should first be downloaded into the panel and the Certificate Authority
field should then be set to the name of that certificate file. No file path should be used for this setting, as
all certificates are stored in a specific directory that the user cannot control or change. The most secure
connection method uses a server certificate.
If no server certificate will be used, this field should be left blank. If the field contains a file name, then a
valid certificate file with the same file name must be previously installed on the panel. Otherwise the
authentication process will fail.
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EAP-LEAP Settings
Press the EAP-LEAP button to open the EAP-LEAP Settings page (FIG. 66).
FIG. 66 Wireless Settings page - EAP-LEAP Settings
EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is an Enterprise authentication protocol that can be used in
both wired and wireless network environments. EAP requires the use of an 802.1x Authentication
Server, also known as a Radius server. The configuration fields described below take variable length
strings as inputs. An on-screen keyboard is opened when these fields are selected.
LEAP (Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol) was developed to transmit authentication
information securely in a wireless network environment.
LEAP does not use client (panel) or server (RADIUS) certificates, and is therefore
one of the least secure EAP security methods. However, it can be utilized
successfully by implementing sufficiently complex passwords.
EAP-LEAP security is designed for wireless environments where having a client or server certificate
validation scheme in place is not required, yet necessary to transmit data securely over a wireless
network.
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SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP.
The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all panels
on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in the wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• With EAP security, the SSID of the WAP must be entered. If it is left blank,
the panel will try to connect to the first access point detected that supports
EAP. However, a successful connection is not guaranteed because the
detected WAP may be connected to a RADIUS server, which may not
support this EAP type and/or have the proper user identities configured.
Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter an EAP Identity string (used by the
panel to identify itself to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server).
Note: This information is similar to a username used to login to a secured
server or workstation. This works in tandem with the Password string which is
similar to the password entered to gain access to a secured workstation.
Typically, this is in the form of a username such as [email protected].
Password:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter the network password string specified
for the user entered within the Identity field (used by the panel to identify itself
to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server)
Note: This information is similar to the password entered to gain access to a
secured workstation.
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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Refer to FIG. 67 for an example of how a typical EAP-LEAP system configuration page
should appear.
FIG. 67 EAP-LEAP sample Cisco System Security page
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EAP-FAST Settings
Press the EAP-FAST button to open the EAP-FAST Settings dialog (FIG. 68).
FIG. 68 Wireless Settings page - EAP-FAST Settings
EAP-FAST (Flexible Authentication via Secure Tunneling) security was designed for wireless
environments where security and ease of setup are equally desirable. EAP-FAST uses a certificate file,
however it can be configured to download the certificate automatically the first time the panel attempts to
authenticate itself. Automatic certificate downloading is convenient but slightly less secure, since its the
certificate is transferred wirelessly and could theoretically be “sniffed-out”.
EAP-FAST Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP.
The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all panels
on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in the wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• With EAP security, the SSID of the WAP must be entered. If it is left blank,
the panel will try to connect to the first access point detected that supports
EAP. However, a successful connection is not guaranteed because the
detected WAP may be connected to a RADIUS server, which may not
support this EAP type and/or have the proper user identities configured.
Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter an EAP Identity string (used by the
panel to identify itself to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server).
Note: This information is similar to a username used to login to a secured
server or workstation. This works in tandem with the Password string which is
similar to the password entered to gain access to a secured workstation.
Typically, this is in the form of a username such as: [email protected].
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Anonymous Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter an IT provided alphanumeric string
which (similar to the username) is used as the identity, but that does not
represent a real user.
This information is used as a fictitious name which might be seen by sniffer
programs during the initial connection and setup process between the panel
and the Radius server. In this way the real identity (username) is protected.
Typically, this is in the form of a fictitious username, such as
Password:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter the network password string specified
for the user entered within the Identity field (used by the panel to identify itself
to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server)
Note: This information is similar to the password entered to gain access to a
secured workstation.
Automatic PAC
Provisioning:
This selection toggles PAC (Protected Access Credential) Provisioning -
Enabled (automatic) or Disabled (manual).
• If Enabled is selected, the following PAC File Location field is disabled,
because the search for the PAC file is done automatically.
• If Disabled is selected, the user is required to manually locate a file
containing the PAC shared secret credentials for use in authentication. In
this case, the IT department must create a PAC file and then transfer it into
the panel using the AMX Certificate Upload application.
Note: Even when automatic provisioning is enabled, the PAC certificate is
only downloaded the first time that the panel connects to the RADIUS server.
This file is then saved into the panel's file system and is then reused from
then on. It is possible for the user to change a setting, such as a new Identity,
that would invalidate this certificate. In that case, the panel must be forced to
download a new PAC file. To do this, set Automatic PAC Provisioning to
Disabled and then back to Enabled. This forces the firmware to delete the old
file and request a new one.
PAC File Location:
This field is used when the previous Automatic PAC Provisioning option has
been Disabled.
• When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen PAC File Location
keyboard which allows you to enter the name of the file containing the PAC
shared secret credentials for use in authentication.
• This field is only valid when the automatic PAC provisioning feature has
been enabled via the previous field.
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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EAP-PEAP Settings
Press the EAP-PEAP button to open the EAP-PEAP Settings page (FIG. 69).
FIG. 69 Wireless Settings page - EAP-PEAP Settings
PEAP (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol) was developed as a way to securely transmit
authentication information, such as passwords, over a wireless network environment. PEAP uses only
server-side public key certificates and therefore does not need a client (panel) certificate which makes
the configuration and setup easier.
There are two main versions of the PEAP protocol supported by panel’s DeviceScape Wireless Client:
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PEAPv1
PEAP uses inner authentication mechanisms supported by the DeviceScape Wireless Client, the most
common of which are:
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GTC with PEAPv1
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EAP-PEAP security is designed for wireless environments where it is necessary to transmit data securely
over a wireless network.
EAP-PEAP Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP. The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all
panels on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in the wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• With EAP security, the SSID of the WAP must be entered. If it is left blank,
the panel will try to connect to the first access point detected that supports
EAP. However, a successful connection is not guaranteed because the
detected WAP may be connected to a RADIUS server, which may not
support this EAP type and/or have the proper user identities configured.
Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter an EAP Identity string (used by the
panel to identify itself to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server).
Note: This information is similar to a username used to login to a secured
server or workstation. This works in tandem with the Password string, which
is similar to the password entered to gain access to a secured workstation.
Typically, this is in the form of a username such as [email protected].
Password:
Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the network password string specified
for the user entered within the Identity field (used by the panel to identify itself
to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server)
Note: This information is similar to the password entered to gain access to a
secured workstation.
Certificate Authority:
When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Certificate Authority (CA)
File Location keyboard, which allows you to enter the name of the certificate
authority file which is used to validate the server certificate.This field is
optional.
If a server certificate is used, it should first be downloaded into the panel and
the Certificate Authority field should then be set to the name of that certificate
file. No file path should be used for this setting as all certificates are stored in
a specific directory that the user cannot control or change.
Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to erase completely any
previously stored network path information.
PEAP Version:
When pressed, this field cycles through the choices of available PEAP:
PEAPv0, PEAPv1, or PEAPv1 w/peaplabel=1.
Inner Authentication Type:
When pressed, this field cycles through the choices of available Inner
Authentication mechanisms supported by the Devicescape Secure Wireless
Client. The most commonly used are: MSCHAPv2 and GTC.
• MSCHAPv2 (used with PEAPv0)
• GTC (used with PEAPv1)
• OTP
• MD5
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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EAP-TTLS Settings
Press the EAP-TTLS button to opens the EAP-TTLS Settings page (FIG. 70).
FIG. 70 Wireless Settings page - EAP-TTLS Settings
TTLS (EAP Tunneled Transport Layer Security) is an authentication method that does not use a client
certificate to authenticate the panel. However. this method is more secure than PEAP because it does not
broadcast the identity of the user. Setup is similar to PEAP, but differs in the following areas:
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Radius server is setup to transfer the real identity of the user.
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There is no end-user ability to select from the different types of PEAP.
Additional Inner Authentication choices are available to the end-user.
EAP-TTLS security is designed for wireless environments where the Radius server needs to validate
directly the identity of the client (panel) before allowing it access to the network. This validation is done
by tunneling a connection through the WAP and directly between the panel and the Radius server. Once
the client is identified and then validated, the Radius server disconnects the tunnel and allows the panel
to access the network directly via the target WAP.
EAP-TTLS Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard to enter the SSID name used on the target
WAP.
The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all panels
on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in the wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• With EAP security, the SSID of the WAP must be entered. If it is left blank,
the panel will try to connect to the first access point detected that supports
EAP. However, a successful connection is not guaranteed because the
detected WAP may be connected to a RADIUS server, which may not
support this EAP type and/or have the proper user identities configured.
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Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter an EAP Identity string (used by the
panel to identify itself to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server).
Note: This information is similar to a username used to login to a secured
server or workstation. This works in tandem with the Password string which is
similar to the password entered to gain access to a secured workstation.
Typically, this is in the form of a username such as: [email protected].
Anonymous Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter an IT provided alpha-numeric string
which (similar to the username) used as the identity, but that does not
represent a real user.
This information is used as a fictitious name which might be seen by sniffer
programs during the initial connection and setup process between the panel
and the Radius server. In this way the real identity (username) is protected.
Typically, this is in the form of a fictitious username such as:
Password:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter the network password string specified
for the user entered within the Identity field (used by the panel to identify itself
to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server)
Note: This information is similar to the password entered to gain access to a
secured workstation.
Certificate Authority:
When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Certificate Authority (CA)
File Location keyboard which allows you to enter the name of the certificate
authority file which is used to validate the server certificate. This field is
optional.
If a server certificate is used, it should first be downloaded into the panel and
the Certificate Authority field should then be set to the name of that certificate
file. No file path should be used for this setting as all certificates are stored in
a specific directory that the user cannot control or change.
Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to completely erase any
previously stored network path information.
Inner Authentication Type:
When pressed, this field cycles through the choices of available Inner
Authentication mechanism supported by the Devicescape Secure Wireless
Client:
• EAP-MSCHAPv2
• EAP-GTC
• EAP-OTP
• EAP-MD5
• MSCHAPv2
• MSCHAP
• PAP
• CHAP
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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EAP-TLS Settings
Press the EAP-TLS button to open the EAP-TLS Settings page (FIG. 71).
FIG. 71 Wireless Settings page - EAP-TLS Settings
TLS (Transport Layer Security) was the original standard wireless LAN EAP authentication protocol.
TLS requires additional work during the deployment phase, but provides additional security since even a
compromised password is not enough to break into an EAP-TLS protected wireless network
environment.
EAP-TLS security is designed for wireless environments where it is necessary to securely transmit data
over a wireless network by adding an additional level of security protocol via the use of a private key.
EAP-TLS Settings
SSID (Service Set Identifier): Opens an on-screen keyboard for entering the SSID name used on the target
WAP. The SSID is a unique name used by the WAP, and is assigned to all
panels on that network. An SSID is required by the WAP before the panel is
permitted to join the network.
• The SSID is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters.
• Make sure this setting is the same for all points in the wireless network.
• NXA-WAP200Gs use AMX as their default SSID.
• With EAP security, the SSID of the WAP must be entered. If it is left blank,
the panel will try to connect to the first access point detected that supports
EAP. However, a successful connection is not guaranteed because the
detected WAP may be connected to a RADIUS server, which may not
support this EAP type and/or have the proper user identities configured.
Identity:
Opens an on-screen keyboard for entering an EAP Identity string (used by
the panel to identify itself to an Authentication (RADIUS) Server).
Note: This information is similar to a username used to login to a secured
server or workstation. This works in tandem with the Password string, which
is similar to the password entered to gain access to a secured workstation.
Typically, this is in the form of a username such as: [email protected].
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Certificate Authority:
When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Certificate Authority (CA)
File Location keyboard, for entering the name of the certificate authority file
which is used to validate the server certificate.
This field is optional.
If a server certificate is used, it should first be downloaded into the panel and
the Certificate Authority field should then be set to the name of that certificate
file. No file path should be used for this setting, as all certificates are stored in
a specific directory that the user cannot control or change.
• Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to completely erase any
previously stored network path information.
Client Certificate:
Private Key:
Opens an on-screen keyboard for entering the name of the file containing the
client (panel) certificate for use in certifying the identity of the client (panel).
information regarding Client Certificates and their parameters.
When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Client Private Key File
Location keyboard for entering the name of the file containing the private key.
• Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to completely erase any
previously stored network path information.
Private Key password:
This field should only be used if the Private Key is protected with a password.
If no password protection is associated with the Private Key, then this field
should be left blank.
• When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Private Key Password
keyboard which allows you to enter an alpha-numeric password string.
• Use the on-screen keyboard’s Clear button to completely erase any
previously stored network path information.
Save/Cancel:
• Save - store the new security information, apply changes, and return to the
previous page.
• Cancel - discard changes and return to the previous page.
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Client certificate configuration
A client certificate can be configured by an IT department in several ways. The client certificate and
private key can both be incorporated into one file or split into two separate files. In addition, the file
format used by these files could be PEM, DER, or PKCS12. These formats are described later in this
section. The following table describes how to fill in the fields for each possible case.
Client Certificate Configuration
Certificate Configuration
Client Certificate Field Private Key Field
Single file contains both the client certificate and
the private key. Format is: PEM or DER.
Enter the file name
Enter the first file name
Leave this field blank
Not supported
Enter the same file name
Enter the second file name
Enter the file name
First file contains the client certificate, second file
contains the private key. Format is: PEM or DER.
Single file contains both the client certificate and
the private key. Format is: PKCS12
First file contains the client certificate, second file
Not supported
contains the private key. Format is: PKCS12
AMX supports the following security certificates
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
PEM (Privacy Enhanced Mail)
DER (Distinguished Encoding Rules)
PKCS12 (Public Key Cryptography Standard #12)
PKCS12 files are frequently generated by Microsoft certificate applications.
Otherwise, PEM is more common.
Certificate files frequently use 5 file extensions. It can be confusing because there is not a one to one
correspondence. The following table shows the possible file extension used for each certificate type:
Certificates and their Extensions
Certificate Type
Possible File Extensions
PEM
.cer
.pem
.pvk
.cer
.der
.pfx
DER
PKCS12
Please note which certificate types are supported by the different certificate fields used on the
configuration screens (PEAP, TTLS, and TLS). The following table outlines the firmware fields and their
supported certificate types.
Certificate Types Supported by the Modero Firmware
Configuration Field Name Certificate File Type Supported
Certificate Authority field
Client Certificate field
Private Key field
PEM and DER
PEM and DER
.PEM, DER, and PKCS12
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Protected Setup Pages
Calibration Page
The Calibration page (FIG. 72) allows you to calibrate the touch panel for accurate button selection.
FIG. 72 Calibration page
1. Press and hold the center button on the navigation wheel for 6 seconds to access the Calibration
page (see FIG. 56).
2. Press the crosshairs in turn. If the crosshairs are not touched within ten seconds, the MVP-5200i
will return to the Protected Setup page.
3. The page will read "Calibration Successful. Touch to continue." Touch anywhere on the screen to
return to the Protected Setup page.
If the screen is not touched at that point, the device will automatically return to the
Protected Setup page within 10 seconds.
Always calibrate the panel before its initial use, and after downloading new firmware.
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G4 Web Control Settings Page
An on-board VNC (Virtual Network Computing) server allows the panel to connect to any remote PC
running a VNC client. Once connected, the client can view and control the panel remotely. The options
on this page allow you to enable/disable G4 Web Control functionality(FIG. 73).
FIG. 73 G4 Web Control page
Features on this page include:
G4 Web Control Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
G4 Web Control Settings: Sets the IP communication values for the touch panel:
Enable/Enabled
The Enable/Enabled button toggles between the two G4 activation settings:
• Enable - deactivates G4 Web Control on the panel.
• Enabled - activates G4 Web Control on the panel.
Network Interface Select
Web Control Name
Toggles between the two network interface options:
• Wireless - the panel is communicating via a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
• Wired - the panel is communicating via its mini-USB port.
Use this field to enter a unique alpha-numeric string to be used as the panel’s
display name within the Manage WebControl Connections window of the
NetLinx Security browser window.
Web Control Password
Web Control Port
Use this field to enter the G4 Authentication session password required for
VNC access to the panel.
Use this field to enter the number of the port used by the VNC Web Server.
Default = 5900.
Maximum Number of
Connections
Displays the maximum number of users that can be simultaneously connected
to this panel via VNC. Default = 1.
Current Connection Count Displays the number of users currently connected to this panel via VNC.
G4 Web Control Timeout:
Sets the length of time (in minutes) that the panel can remain idle, detecting no
cursor movements, before the G4 Web Control session is terminated.
• Minimum value = 0 minutes (panel never times out)
• Maximum value = 240 minutes (panel times out after 240 minutes)
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instructions on using the G4 Web Control page with the web-based NetLinx Security
application.
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Other Settings
Press the Other Settings button to display the two settings options for Cache and Password. Press one
of the options within three seconds, or the two options buttons will slide back behind the Other Settings
button.
Cache Settings Page
The options on the Cache Settings page (FIG. 74) allow setting and clearing of the flash memory cache,
as well as viewing the status of the current cache settings. Since image files take up a significant amount
of the MVP-5200i’s flash memory, being able to examine the current limits and contents is useful in
deciding whether to increase or decrease the total flash cache size.
FIG. 74 Cache Settings Page
Cache Settings Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Image Cache Settings
Flash Cache Size:
Use the Up/Down buttons to increase or decrease the total size of the flash
memory cache, up to a maximum of 171MB.
Cache Expires:
Use the Up/Down buttons to control the amount of time elapsed before the
panel automatically deletes its cache, with increments of 2 hours, 8 hours, 1
day, 2 days, 5 days, and "NEVER".
Enable:
Saves any changes made to the Flash Cache Size or Cache Expires fields.
Clear Cache:
Clears all files previously stored in the flash memory cache.
Image Cache Status
RAM Max Size:
RAM Current Size:
RAM Hit Rate:
The maximum size allocated to the RAM cache.
The size of the current RAM cache contents.
The number of times the RAM cache was referenced since the last cache
clearing.
Items In Cache (RAM):
Flash Current Size:
Flash Hit Rate:
The total number of cached images in the RAM cache.
The maximum size allocated to the flash cache.
The number of times the flash cache was referenced since the last cache
clearing.
Items in Cache (Flash):
The total number of cached images in the flash cache.
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Password Settings Page
The options on the Password Settings page (FIG. 75) allow assignment of passwords required for users
to access the Protected Setup page, and to release the device from a MVP-WCS-52 Charging Station.
FIG. 75 Password Setup page
Features on this page include:
Password Setup Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
In Panel Password
Change:
Accesses the alphanumeric values associated to particular password sets.
• The PASSWORD 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (protected) buttons open a keyboard to
enter alphanumeric values associated to the selected password group.
Note: Clearing Password #5 removes the need to enter a password before
accessing the Protected Setup page.
User Access:
Enable/Enabled:
Report:
Lists all previous password users, in the order in which they accessed the
device.
When enabled, this button notes that all password entry attempts will be
recorded.
When enabled, this button sends a report to the Master on any attempts or
successes at entering a password.
To change a previously established password:
1. In the Password Settings page, press the button in the In Panel Password Change section for the
particular password to be changed.
Password 5 is protected, and can only be changed by the Administrator.
2. In the Password keyboard, enter the new alphanumeric password.
3. Press Done when complete.
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The User Access section allows the Administrator to control access of all individuals using or attempting
to use the MVP-5200i. From this section, new users may be given access rights to the device; however,
they will NOT be given access to the Protected Settings page.
Only one of the main passwords may be used to access the Protected Settings page.
An individual user password may not be used to access the Protected Settings page
unless it matches one of the main passwords.
To list a new user within the User Access section:
1. Press a blank button in the User Access section.
2. In the Name keyboard, enter the user’s name or nickname and press Done when finished.
3. In the Password keyboard, enter the selected alphanumeric password and press Done when finished.
4. The new user’s name will appear in the left column of User Access section. The password will also
appear in the right column, but its characters will be replaced with asterisks.
No matter how many characters are in an actual password, the Password column in
the User Access section will always show five asterisks.
To change a User Access password:
1. Press the button corresponding to the user’s name in the User Access section.
2. In the Password keyboard, enter the user’s password and press Done.
3. Press the password button in the right column of the User Access section.
4. Enter the new password into the Password keyboard and press Done.
To view all previous instances of users accessing the device:
1. From the Password Settings page, press the Enable button to highlight it. The MVP-5200i will
record all successful and unsuccessful attempts to access the touch panel.
2. Press the Record button to send a record to the network Master of all recorded attempts to access
the device. This record may be retrieved from the Master at any time.
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Tools
Press and hold the Tools button to access the MVP-5200i’s Panel Logs, Panel Statistics, and
Connection Utility buttons (FIG. 76). Each of these buttons opens a separate page, covered in detail
below.
FIG. 76 Tools button menu
The Tools button menu will remain visible for three seconds, regardless of whether
or not the button continues to be held.
Panel Connection Logs Page
the network.
FIG. 77 Panel Connection Logs Page
Panel Connection Logs Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Clear:
Clears all connection logs.
Refresh:
Page:
Refreshes displayed log information.
Displays the current log page number. Use the Up/Down arrows to select log
pages.
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Panel Statistics Page
The Panel Statistics page (FIG. 78) displays activity between the device and the network in proportions
of ICSP messages, blink messages, and Ethernet versus wireless use.
FIG. 78 Panel Statistics Page
Panel Statistics Page
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
ICSP Messages:
Blink Messages:
Lists the number of ICSP messages received, processed, and dropped, both in
total and within the last 15 minutes.
Lists the number of blink messages received and missed, both in total and
within the last 15 minutes.
Ethernet Statistics:
Wireless Statistics:
Clear:
Displays the percentage of connection time via Ethernet.
Displays the percentage of connection time via wireless connections.
Clears all fields on the Panel Statistics page.
Refresh:
Refreshes all data on the Panel Statistics page.
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Connection Utility Page
The Connection Utility page (FIG. 79) displays the current wired and wireless connection information,
including the latest link quality and signal strength information.
FIG. 79 Connection Utility Page
Connection Utility Page
Connection Information:
Master IP:
The IP address for the network’s Master.
Wired Panel IP:
Wireless Panel IP:
Wireless Information:
WAP MAC:
The IP address used by the device for wired connections.
The IP address used by the device for wireless connections.
The WAP’s MAC address.
SSID:
Displays the currently used SSID of the target WAP.
The channel being used for the current connection.
Displays the current quality of the target WAP link.
Displays the current strength of the target WAP signal.
Channel:
Link Quality:
Signal Strength:
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Protected Setup page provides a
constant visual indication of current connection status.
Connection Statistics:
Query Messages Sent:
Responses Received:
Responses Missed:
Close:
Lists the number of queries sent to the WAP.
Lists the number of responses received from the WAP.
Lists the number of responses missed by the WAP.
Closes the Connection Utility page and returns to the Protected Setup page.
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Upgrading Firmware
Upgrading Firmware
For the purpose of panel downloads, the MVP-5200i’s download procedure is not compatible with other
AMX panel devices. This is due to the unique configuration of the device.
The first major change from other AMX devices is that the MVP-5200i uses dynamic Setup Pages for its
displays. Instead of requiring a separate Setup Page project built within TPDesign 4, the MVP-5200i
uses only a single set of Setup Pages for all of its supported resolutions.
To enable a single Setup Page project to support all resolutions, this requires including images for the
largest supported resolution with the Setup Page project and scaling the images to fit for lower
resolutions. This modification would apply to state-level bitmaps and chameleon images; previously,
image scaling has only applied to dynamic images.
These features require a separate G4SupportFiles installation to be posted for download independently
of the TPDesign4, NetLinx Studio, and Visual Architect applications.
Scale Images For Setup Pages
To provide the Setup Page designer with the ability to design pages at the target device’s lowest
supported resolution, TPDesign4 performs image scaling for both standard and chameleon images for
button and page states. This functionality is not extended to icon images.
The MVP-5200i comes already loaded with on-board firmware, which is upgradeable through the use of
the latest version of NetLinx Studio. Refer to the NetLinx Studio version 2.x or higher Instruction
Manual for more information on how to download firmware to a touch panel.
Programming the MVP-5200i requires the use of the latest versions of NetLinx Studio
and TPDesign 4, both available from www.amx.com.
The MVP-5200i uses a native RNDIS USB driver for USB-over-Ethernet communication. When the
device is connected to the downloading computer (see instructions below for more details), it creates a
new LAN connection, and the user will need to supply a static IP address for this to be enabled. To enter
a static IP address, the user must edit the properties of the TCP/IP interface of the connection itself. This
driver is included in the installation of the latest version of NetLinx Studio, available from
www.amx.com.
Upgrading the Modero Firmware via the USB port
The MVP-5200i uses a 5-pin CC-USB (Type A) to Mini-B 5-Wire programming cable (FG10-5965) for
programming, firmware updates, and touch panel file transfer between the PC and the target device. If a
programming cable is not available, it may be purchased from www.amx.com. The Mini-USB port for
the connector is located on the left side of the device as viewed from the front.
Before beginning with this section, verify that the device is powered and the Type-A end of the USB
connector is inserted and secure in the PC’s USB port. The panel must be powered On before
connecting the mini-USB connector to the panel. To guarantee that the upgrade is not interrupted by
power loss, connecting the device to a power source, such as inserting it into a Table Charging Station,
before beginning the upgrade is highly recommended.
Establishing a USB connection between the PC and the panel, prior to installing the
USB Driver, will cause a failure in the USB driver installation.
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1. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x and select Settings > Master Communication Settings from the Main
FIG. 80 Master Communications Settings dialog box
2. Click the Communications Settings... button to open the Communications Settings dialog box
FIG. 81 Communications Settings dialog box
3. Click on the NetLinx Master radio button from the Platform Selection section.
4. Click on the Virtual Master radio box from the Transport Connection Option section to configure
the PC to communicate directly with a panel. Everything else, such as the Authentication, is greyed-
out because this connection is not going through the Master’s UI.
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5. Click the Edit Settings button on the Communications Settings dialog to open the Virtual NetLinx
FIG. 82 Virtual NetLinx Master Settings
6. Within this dialog, enter the Master System number. The default is 1.
7. In the Available Connections section, click on the IP address for the touch panel to select it.
8. In the Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog box, click OK to close the box.
9. In the Communications Settings dialog box, click OK to close the box.
10. In the Master Communications Settings dialog box, click OK to save your settings and return to the
main NetLinx Studio application.
11. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System. The
default System value is 1.
12. Right-click on the Empty Device Tree/System entry and select Refresh System to re-populate the
list.
The panel will not appear as a device below the virtual system number, in the Online
Tree tab, until both the system number used in step 14 for the Virtual NetLinx Master
is entered into the Master Connection section of the System Settings page and the
panel is restarted.
13. The OnLine Tree should now display the connection to the device. The Connection Status Icon on
the device may take up to five seconds to register the connection.
Step 3: Confirm and Upgrade the firmware via the USB port
Use the CC-USB Type-A to Mini-B 5-wire programming cable 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.
1. Verify that the direct USB connection (Type-A on the panel to mini-USB on the panel) is configured
properly, using the steps outlined in the previous two sections.
2. With the panel already configured for USB communication and the Virtual Master setup within
NetLinx Studio, refresh the Online Tree pane.
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3. After the Communication Verification dialog window verifies active communication between the
Virtual Master and the panel, click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window (FIG. 83) to
view the devices on the Virtual System. The default System value is 1.
4. Right-click on the System entry (FIG. 83) and select Refresh System to re-populate the list. Verify
the panel appears in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window.
Showing the Virtual Master
firmware version and
device number
Shows Netlinx Studio
version number
Shows the current MVP
panel firmware version
and device number
FIG. 83 NetLinx Workspace window (showing panel connection via a Virtual NetLinx Master)
The panel-specific firmware is shown on the right of the listed panel.
Download the latest firmware file from www.amx.com and then save the Kit file to
your computer. Note that each Kit file is intended for download to its corresponding
panel. In some cases, several Kit files may be included in a .zip file; extract the .zip
file to access the required Kit file.
5. If the panel firmware version is not the latest available; locate the latest firmware file from the
www.amx.com > Tech Center > Firmware Files > Modero Panels section of the website.
6. Click on the desired Kit file link and after accepting the Licensing Agreement, verify download of
the Modero Kit file to a known location.
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7. Select Tools > Firmware Transfers > Send to NetLinx Device from the main menu to open the
Send to NetLinx Device dialog (FIG. 84). Verify that the panel’s System and Device number values
match those values listed within the System folder in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace
window.
FIG. 84 Send to NetLinx Device dialog window
FIG. 85 Browse for Folder window
9. Select the panel’s Kit file from the Files section.
10. Enter the Device value associated with the panel and the System number associated with the Master
(listed in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window). The Port field is greyed-out.
11. Click the Reboot Device checkbox if it is not already checked. This causes the touch panel to reboot
after the firmware update process is complete.
12. Click Send to begin the transfer. The file transfer progress is indicated on the bottom-right of the
dialog.
13. After the file transfer is complete, the panel will automatically reboot. As the panel is rebooting,
temporarily unplug the USB connector on the panel until the panel has completely restarted.
14. Once the first panel page has been displayed, reconnect the USB connector to the panel.
15. Right-click the associated System number and select Refresh System. This causes a refresh of all
project systems, establishes a new connection to the Master, and populates the System list with
devices on your particular system.
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16. Confirm that the panel has been properly updated to the correct firmware version.
Verify you have downloaded the latest firmware file from www.amx.com and then
save the Kit file to your computer.
A Special Note for Network Interface Connections
Due to any USB connection to your PC being made through a Network Interface Connection (NIC),
Windows will automatically make any new NIC connection the Primary connection. If this happens, the
USB address of 12.0.0.x will show up across the PC’s network switches as the PC’s source address. In
some cases, network administrators will notice the NIC connection and reconfigure any PC that has
connected to the MVP-5200i. Business, college, and government installations are the type of
installations that would be most affected, and most home installations would not be affected.
To prevent the NIC connection from becoming the primary connection:
1. From the Windows Start menu, select Settings > Control Panel to open the Control Panel window.
2. In the Control Panel window, click on the Network Connections icon to open the Network
Connections window (FIG. 86)
FIG. 86 Network Connections window
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3. From the Advanced menu, select Advanced Settings... to open the Advanced Settings window
FIG. 87 Advanced Settings window
4. Under the Adapters And Bindings tab, the user needs to make sure the Local Area Connection is not
at the top of the Connections list. If it is at the top of the list (FIG. 87), select it and use the down
arrow to the right of the list to move it to the bottom of the list (FIG. 88).
FIG. 88 Moving the Local Area Connection
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5. In the lower Bindings for Local Area Connection field, unselect ALL bindings by clicking on the
checkboxes by each binding to remove the checks from each box (FIG. 89).
FIG. 89 Bindings for Local area list detail
6. When finished, click OK to close the Advanced Settings window and save all changes.
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Programming
Programming
Overview
You can program the MVP-5200i, 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 firmware, as well as the
latest version of NetLinx Studio and TPD4.
Navigation Wheel Programming
The navigation wheel on the front of the MVP-5200i has multiple programming functions. The device
has four buttons mounted underneath the wheel, assigned as, select, left, right, top, and bottom. These
buttons are fully programmable.
The wheel itself is also fully programmable. The wheel generated two pulses as it rotates. The phase
difference between these pulses determines the direction of the rotation, and these periods can be a
measure of its speed. A one-third rotation of this wheel causes a level change.
Navigation Wheel-Specific Commands
This command is used in NetLinx Studio and is case insensitive.
Navigation Wheel-Specific Commands
^WLD-<LED
<LED NUM> indicates the channel code or ID number associated with an external LED to
NUM>,<ACTION> be controlled. In Systems with one external LED, this field should be ignored.
<Brightness>
<ACTION> indicates the expected behavior of the LED. For more information, please
Set the Sleep
Blink LED
behavior.
0 – LED OFF
1 – LED ON
Turns LED Off
Turns LED On
2 – LED Resume
Restores operation of LED.
3 – LOW BRIGHTNESS Sets the low brightness value for LED when operating on
battery.
4 – HIGH BRIGHTNESS Sets the high brightness value for LED when operating on
external power or docked.
<Brightness> Value ranges from 0 to 100. This field is ignored when action is 0,1,or2.
Examples:
^WLD-0,1,0
Turns the Led On
^WLD-0,2,0
Resumes the operation of the LED.
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Programming
Page Commands
These Page Commands are used in NetLinx Programming Language and are case insensitive.
Page Commands
@APG
Add the popup page to a group if it does not already exist. If the new popup is added to a
group which has a popup displayed on the current page along with the new pop-up, the
displayed popup will be hidden and the new popup will be displayed.
Add a specific
popup page to a
specified popup
group.
Syntax:
"'@APG-<popup page name>;<popup group name>'"
Variable:
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,"'@APG-Popup1;Group1'"
Adds the popup page ’Popup1’ to the popup group ’Group1’.
@CPG
Syntax:
Clear all popup
pages from
specified popup
group.
"'@CPG-<popup group name>'"
Variable:
popup group name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup group.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@CPG-Group1'"
Clears all popup pages from the popup group ’Group1’.
Syntax:
@DPG
Delete a specific
popup page from
specified popup
group if it exists.
"'@DPG-<popup page name>;<popup group name>'"
Variable:
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’.
@PDR
If the flag is set, the popup will return to its default location on show instead of its last drag
location.
Set the popup
location reset flag. Syntax:
"'@PDR-<popup page name>;<reset flag>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
reset flag = 1 = Enable reset flag
0 = Disable reset flag
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PDR-Popup1;1'"
Popup1 will return to its default location when turned On.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@PHE
Syntax:
Set the hide effect
for the specified
popup page to the
named hide effect.
"'@PHE-<popup page name>;<hide effect name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
hide effect name = Refers to the popup effect names being used.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PHE-Popup1;Slide to Left'"
Sets the Popup1 hide effect name to ’Slide to Left’.
@PHP
Only 1 coordinate is ever needed for an effect; however, the command will specify both.
This command sets the location at which the effect will end at.
Set the hide effect
position.
Syntax:
"'@PHP-<popup page name>;<x coordinate>,<y coordinate>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PHP-Popup1;75,0'"
Sets the Popup1 hide effect x-coordinate value to 75 and the y-coordinate value to 0.
@PHT
Syntax:
Set the hide effect
time for the
specified popup
page.
"'@PHT-<popup page name>;<hide effect time>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
hide effect time = Given in 1/10ths of a second.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PHT-Popup1;50'"
Sets the Popup1 hide effect time to 5 seconds.
@PPA
If the page name is empty, the current page is used. Same as the ’Clear Page’ command
in TPDesign4.
Close all popups
on a specified
page.
Syntax:
"'@PPA-<page name>'"
Variable:
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPA-Page1'"
Close all pop-ups on Page1.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@PPF
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.
Deactivate a
specific popup
page on either a
specified page or
the current page.
Syntax:
"'@PPF-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPF-Popup1;Main'"
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPF-Popup1'"
Deactivates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page.
@PPG
If the page name is empty, the current page is used (see example 2). Toggling refers to the
activating/deactivating (On/Off) of a popup page. This command works in the same way
as the ’Toggle Popup’ command in TPDesign4.
Toggle a
specific popup
page on either a
specified page or
the current page.
Syntax:
"'@PPG-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPG-Popup1;Main'"
Toggles the popup page ’Popup1’ on the ’Main’ page from one state to another (On/Off).
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPG-Popup1'"
Toggles the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page from one state to another (On/Off).
@PPK
Kill refers to the deactivating (Off) of a popup window from all pages. If the pop-up page is
part of a group, the whole group is deactivated. This command works in the same way as
the 'Clear Group' command in TPDesign 4.
Kill a specific
popup page from
all pages.
Syntax:
"'@PPK-<popup page name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPK-Popup1'"
Kills the popup page ’Popup1’ on all pages.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@PPM
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.
Set the modality
of a specific
popup page to
Modal or
Syntax:
"'@PPM-<popup page name>;<mode>'"
Variable:
NonModal.
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.
modal = 1 and non-modal = 0
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPM-Popup1;Modal'"
Sets the popup page ’Popup1’ to Modal.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPM-Popup1;1'"
Sets the popup page ’Popup1’ to Modal.
@PPN
If the page name is empty, the current page is used (see example 2). If the popup page is
already on, do not re-draw it. This command works in the same way as the ’Show Popup’
command in TPDesign4.
Activate a
specific popup
page to launch on Syntax:
either a specified
"'@PPN-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
page or the
current page.
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPN-Popup1;Main'"
Activates ’Popup1’ on the ’Main’ page.
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPN-Popup1'"
Activates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page.
If timeout is empty, popup page will clear the timeout.
Syntax:
@PPT
Set a specific
popup page to
timeout within a
specified time.
"'@PPT-<popup page name>;<timeout>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
timeout = Timeout duration in 1/10ths of a second.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPT-Popup1;30'"
Sets the popup page ’Popup1’ to timeout within 3 seconds.
@PPX
This command works in the same way as the 'Clear All' command in TPDesign 4.
Close all
Syntax:
popups on all
pages.
"'@PPX'"
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PPX'"
Close all popups on all pages.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@PSE
Syntax:
Set the show
effect for the
specified popup
page to the
named show
effect.
"'@PSE-<popup page name>;<show effect name>'"
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
Only 1 coordinate is ever needed for an effect; however, the command will specify both.
This command sets the location at which the effect will begin.
Set the show
effect position.
Syntax:
"'@PSP-<popup page name>;<x coordinate>,<y coordinate>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PSP-Popup1;100,0'"
Sets the Popup1 show effect x-coordinate value to 100 and the y-coordinate value to 0.
@PST
Syntax:
Set the show
effect time for the
specified popup
page.
"'@PST-<popup page name>;<show effect time>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed
On.
show effect time = Given in 1/10ths of a second.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'@PST-Popup1;50'"
Sets the Popup1 show effect time to 5 seconds.
PAGE
Flips to a page with a specified page name. If the page is currently active, it will not redraw
the page.
Flip to a specified
page.
Syntax:
"'PAGE-<page name>'"
Variable:
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PAGE-Page1'"
Flips to page1.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
PPOF
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.
Deactivate a
specific popup
page on either a
specified page or
the current page.
Syntax:
"'PPOF-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPOF-Popup1;Main'"
Deactivates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the Main page.
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPOF-Popup1'"
Deactivates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page.
PPOG
If the page name is empty, the current page is used (see example 2). Toggling refers to the
activating/deactivating (On/Off) of a popup page. This command works in the same way
as the ’Toggle Popup’ command in TPDesign4.
Toggle a
specific popup
page on either a
specified page or
the current page.
Syntax:
"'PPOG-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPOG-Popup1;Main'"
Toggles the popup page ’Popup1’ on the Main page from one state to another (On/Off).
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPOG-Popup1'"
Toggles the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page from one state to another (On/Off).
PPON
If the page name is empty, the current page is used (see example 2). If the popup page is
already On, do not re-draw it. This command works in the same way as the ’Show Popup’
command in TPDesign4.
Activate a
specific popup
page to launch on Syntax:
either a specified
"'PPON-<popup page name>;<page name>'"
page or the
current page.
Variable:
popup page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the popup page.
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Name of the page the popup is displayed On.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPON-Popup1; Main'"
Activates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the Main page.
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'PPON-Popup1'"
Activates the popup page ’Popup1’ on the current page.
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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. Name
Very Light Red
Red
255
223
191
159
127
95
255
223
191
159
127
95
255
223
191
159
127
95
128
112
96
80
64
48
0
Green
0
Blue
0
00
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
Light Red
0
0
Red
0
0
Medium Red
Dark Red
0
0
0
0
Very Dark Red
Very Light Orange
Light Orange
Orange
0
0
128
112
96
0
0
0
Medium Orange
Dark Orange
Very Dark Orange
Very Light Yellow
Light Yellow
Yellow
80
0
64
0
48
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
0
Medium Yellow
Dark Yellow
Very Dark Yellow
Very Light Lime
Light Lime
0
0
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
Lime
0
Medium Lime
Dark Lime
0
0
Very Dark Lime
Very Light Green
Light Green
Green
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
0
0
0
Medium Green
Dark Green
Very Dark Green
Very Light Mint
Light Mint
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
128
112
96
80
64
48
0
Mint
0
Medium Mint
Dark Mint
0
0
Very Dark Mint
0
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RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors (Cont.)
Index No. Name
Very Light Cyan
Red
Green
255
223
191
159
127
95
128
112
96
80
64
48
0
Blue
255
223
191
159
127
95
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
0
Light Cyan
Cyan
0
0
Medium Cyan
Dark Cyan
Very Dark Cyan
Very Light Aqua
Light Aqua
Aqua
0
0
0
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
Medium Aqua
Dark Aqua
Very Dark Aqua
Very Light Blue
Light Blue
0
0
0
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
Blue
0
0
Medium Blue
Dark Blue
0
0
0
0
Very Dark Blue
Very Light Purple
Light Purple
Purple
0
0
128
112
96
80
64
48
255
223
191
159
127
95
255
223
191
159
127
95
255
238
204
170
136
102
187
153
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
Medium Purple
Dark Purple
Very Dark Purple
Very Light Magenta
Light Magenta
Magenta
0
0
0
0
255
223
191
159
127
95
0
0
Medium Magenta
Dark Magenta
Very Dark Magenta
Very Light Pink
Light Pink
0
0
0
0
128
112
96
0
Pink
0
Medium Pink
Dark Pink
0
80
0
64
Very Dark Pink
White
0
48
255
238
204
170
136
102
187
153
255
238
204
170
136
102
187
153
Grey1
Grey3
Grey5
Grey7
Grey9
Grey4
Grey6
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RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors (Cont.)
Index No. Name
Red
Green
119
85
Blue
119
85
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
255
Grey8
119
85
51
34
221
68
17
0
Grey10
Grey12
Grey13
Grey2
51
51
34
34
221
68
221
68
Grey11
Grey14
Black
17
17
0
0
TRANSPARENT
99
53
99
Font styles and ID numbers
Font styles can be used to program the text fonts on buttons, sliders, and pages. The following chart
shows the default font type and their respective ID numbers generated by TPDesign4.
Default Font Styles and ID Numbers
Font ID Font type
#
Size
Font ID Font type
#
Size
1
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
Courier New
AMX Bold
9
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
Arial
9
2
12
18
26
32
18
26
34
14
20
36
Arial
10
12
14
16
18
20
24
36
10
8
3
Arial
4
Arial
5
Arial
6
Arial
7
Arial
8
Arial
9
Arial
10
11
AMX Bold
Arial Bold
Arial Bold
AMX Bold
32 - Variable Fonts start at 32.
Fonts must be imported into a TPDesign4 project file. The font ID numbers are
assigned by TPDesign4. These values are also listed in the Generate
Programmer’s Report.
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Border styles and Programming numbers
Border styles can be used to program borders on buttons, sliders, and popup pages.
Border Styles and Programming Numbers
No.
0-1
2
Border styles
No border
Single line
Double line
Quad line
No.
Border styles
10-11 Picture frame
12
20
21
Double line
Bevel-S
3
4
Bevel-M
5-6
7
Circle 15
22-23 Circle 15
Single line
Double line
Quad line
24-27 Neon inactive-S
40-41 Diamond 55
8
9
The TPDesign4 Touch Panel Design program has pre-set border styles that are user-selectable.
The following number values cannot be used for programming purposes when changing border styles.
TPD4 border styles may ONLY be changed by using the name.
TPD4 Border Styles by Name
No.
1
Border styles
None
No.
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
Border styles
Cursor Bottom
Cursor Bottom with Hole
Cursor Top
2
AMX Elite -L
AMX Elite -M
AMX Elite -S
Bevel -L
3
4
Cursor Top with Hole
Cursor Left
5
6
Bevel -M
Cursor Left with Hole
Cursor Right
7
Bevel -S
8
Circle 15
Cursor Right with Hole
Custom Frame
Diamond 15
9
Circle 25
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Circle 35
Circle 45
Diamond 25
Circle 55
Diamond 35
Circle 65
Diamond 45
Circle 75
Diamond 55
Circle 85
Diamond 65
Circle 95
Diamond 75
Circle 105
Circle 115
Circle 125
Circle 135
Circle 145
Circle 155
Circle 165
Circle 175
Circle 185
Circle 195
Diamond 85
Diamond 95
Diamond 105
Diamond 115
Diamond 125
Diamond 135
Diamond 145
Diamond 155
Diamond 165
Diamond 175
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TPD4 Border Styles by Name (Cont.)
No.
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
Border styles
No.
97
Border styles
Diamond 185
Menu Bottom Rounded 185
Menu Bottom Rounded 195
Menu Top Rounded 15
Menu Top Rounded 25
Menu Top Rounded 35
Menu Top Rounded 45
Menu Top Rounded 55
Menu Top Rounded 65
Menu Top Rounded 75
Menu Top Rounded 85
Menu Top Rounded 95
Menu Top Rounded 105
Menu Top Rounded 115
Menu Top Rounded 125
Menu Top Rounded 135
Menu Top Rounded 145
Menu Top Rounded 155
Menu Top Rounded 165
Menu Top Rounded 175
Menu Top Rounded 185
Menu Top Rounded 195
Menu Right Rounded 15
Menu Right Rounded 25
Menu Right Rounded 35
Menu Right Rounded 45
Menu Right Rounded 55
Menu Right Rounded 65
Menu Right Rounded 75
Menu Right Rounded 85
Menu Right Rounded 95
Menu Right Rounded 105
Menu Right Rounded 115
Menu Right Rounded 125
Menu Right Rounded 135
Menu Right Rounded 145
Menu Right Rounded 155
Menu Right Rounded 165
Menu Right Rounded 175
Menu Right Rounded 185
Menu Right Rounded 195
Menu Left Rounded 15
Menu Left Rounded 25
Menu Left Rounded 35
Menu Left Rounded 45
Diamond 195
98
Double Bevel -L
99
Double Bevel -M
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
Double Bevel -S
Double Line
Fuzzy
Glow-L
Glow-S
Help Down
Neon Active -L
Neon Active -S
Neon Inactive -L
Neon Inactive -S
Oval H 60x30
Oval H 100x50
Oval H 150x75
Oval H 200x100
Oval V 30x60
Oval V 50x100
Oval V 75x150
Oval V 100x200
Picture Frame
Quad Line
Single Line
Windows Style Popup
Windows Style Popup (Status Bar)
Menu Bottom Rounded 15
Menu Bottom Rounded 25
Menu Bottom Rounded 35
Menu Bottom Rounded 45
Menu Bottom Rounded 55
Menu Bottom Rounded 65
Menu Bottom Rounded 75
Menu Bottom Rounded 85
Menu Bottom Rounded 95
Menu Bottom Rounded 105
Menu Bottom Rounded 115
Menu Bottom Rounded 125
Menu Bottom Rounded 135
Menu Bottom Rounded 145
Menu Bottom Rounded 155
Menu Bottom Rounded 165
Menu Bottom Rounded 175
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TPD4 Border Styles by Name (Cont.)
No.
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
Border styles
No.
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
Border styles
Menu Left Rounded 55
Menu Left Rounded 65
Menu Left Rounded 75
Menu Left Rounded 85
Menu Left Rounded 95
Menu Left Rounded 105
Menu Left Rounded 115
Menu Left Rounded 125
Menu Left Rounded 135
Menu Left Rounded 145
Menu Left Rounded 155
Menu Left Rounded 165
Menu Left Rounded 175
Menu Left Rounded 185
Menu Left Rounded 195
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"^" 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.
ꢀ Button State ranges allow you to target 1 or more states of a variable text button with a single
command.
ꢀ
"." Character is used for the 'through' notation, also the "&" character is used for the 'And'
notation.
"^" Button Commands
^ANI
Syntax:
Run a button
animation
(in 1/10 second).
"'^ANI-<vt addr range>,<start state>,<end state>,<time>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
start state = Beginning of button state (0= current state).
end state = End of button state.
time = In 1/10 second intervals.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^ANI-500,1,25,100'"
Runs a button animation at text range 500 from state 1 to state 25 for 10 second.
^APF
Syntax:
Add page flip
action to a button
if it does not
"'^APF-<vt addr range>,<page flip action>,<page name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
already exist.
page flip action =
Stan[dardPage] - Flip to standard page
Prev[iousPage] - Flip to previous page
Show[Popup] - Show Popup page
Hide[Popup] - Hide Popup page
Togg[lePopup] - Toggle popup state
ClearG[roup] - Clear popup page group from all pages
ClearP[age] - Clear all popup pages from a page with the
specified page name
ClearA[ll] - Clear all popup pages from all pages
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^APF-400,Stan,Main Page'"
Assigns a button to a standard page flip with page name 'Main Page'.
Syntax:
^BAT
Append
non-unicode text.
"'^BAT-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<new text>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
new text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BAT-520,1,Enter City'"
Appends the text 'Enter City' to the button’s OFF state.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BAU
Same format as ^UNI.
Syntax:
Append
unicode text.
"'^BAU-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<unicode text>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
unicode text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters. Unicode characters must be entered in Hex
format.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BAU-520,1,00770062'"
Appends Unicode text '00770062' to the button’s OFF state.
Only if the specified border color is not the same as the current color.
^BCB
Set the border
color to the
Note: Color can be assigned by color name (without spaces), number or R,G,B value
(RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA).
specified color.
Syntax:
"'^BCB-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<color value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
color value = Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110 for more
information.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCB-500.504&510,1,12'"
Sets the Off state border color to 12 (Yellow). Colors can be set by Color Numbers, Color
name, R,G,B,alpha colors (RRGGBBAA) and R, G & B colors values (RRGGBB).
Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110.
^BCF
Only if the specified fill color is not the same as the current color.
Set the fill color to Note: Color can be assigned by color name (without spaces), number or R,G,B value
the specified
color.
(RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA).
Syntax:
"'^BCF-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<color value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
color value = Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110 for more
information.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCF-500.504&510.515,1,12'"
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCF-500.504&510.515,1,Yellow'"
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCF-500.504&510.515,1,#F4EC0A63''"
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCF-500.504&510.515,1,#F4EC0A'"
Sets the Off state fill color by color number. Colors can be set by Color Numbers, Color
name, R,G,B,alpha colors (RRGGBBAA) and R, G & B colors values (RRGGBB).
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BCT
Only if the specified text color is not the same as the current color.
Set the text color Note: Color can be assigned by color name (without spaces), number or R,G,B value
to the specified
color.
(RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA).
Syntax:
"'^BCT-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<color value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
color value = Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110 for more
information.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BCT-500.504&510,1,12'"
Sets the Off state border color to 12 (Yellow). Colors can be set by Color Numbers, Color
name, R,G,B,alpha colors (RRGGBBAA) and R, G & B colors values (RRGGBB).
^BDO
Determines what order each layer of the button is drawn.
Syntax:
Set the button
draw order.
"'^BDO-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<1-5><1-5><1-5><1-
5><1-5>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
layer assignments = Fill Layer
= 1
Image Layer = 2
Icon Layer = 3
Text Layer = 4
Border Layer = 5
Note: The layer assignments are from bottom to top. The default draw order is 12345.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BDO-530,1&2,51432'"
Sets the button’s variable text 530 ON/OFF state draw order (from bottom to top) to
Border, Fill, Text, Icon, and Image.
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BDO-1,0,12345'"
Sets all states of a button back to its default drawing order.
ONLY works on General-type buttons.
^BFB
Set the feedback Syntax:
type of the button.
"'^BFB-<vt addr range>,<feedback type>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
feedback type = (None, Channel, Invert, On (Always on), Momentary, and Blink).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BFB-500,Momentary'"
Sets the Feedback type of the button to 'Momentary'.
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^BIM
Syntax:
Set the input
mask for the
specified address.
"'^BIM-<vt addr range>,<input mask>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
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).
^BLN
The maximum number of lines to remove is 240. A value of 0 will display the incoming
video signal unaffected. This command is used to scale non 4x3 video images into non
4x3 video buttons.
Set the number of
lines removed
equally from the
top and bottom of
a composite video
signal.
Syntax:
"'^BLN-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<number of lines>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
number of lines = 0 - 240.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BLN-500,55'"
Equally removes 55 lines from the top and 55 lines from the bottom of the video button.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BMC
Note that the source is a single button state. Each state must be copied as a separate
command. The <codes> 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.
Button copy
command.
Copy attributes of Syntax:
the source button
"'^BMC-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<source
to all the
destination
buttons.
port>,<source address>,<source state>,<codes>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
• source port = 1 - 100.
• source address = 1 - 4000.
• source state = 1 - 256.
codes:
BM - Picture/Bitmap
BR - Border
CB - Border Color
CF - Fill Color
CT - Text Color
EC - Text effect color
EF - Text effect
FT - Font
IC - Icon
JB - Bitmap alignment
JI - Icon alignment
JT - Text alignment
LN - Lines of video removed
OP - Opacity
SO - Button Sound
TX - Text
VI - Video slot ID
WW - Word wrap on/off
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMC-425,1,1,500,1,BR'"
or
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMC-425,1,1,500,1,%BR'"
Copies the OFF state border of button with a variable text address of 500 onto the OFF
state border of button with a variable text address of 425.
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMC-150,1,1,315,1,%BR%FT%TX%BM%IC%CF%CT'"
Copies the OFF state border, font, Text, bitmap, icon, fill color and text color of the button
with a variable text address of 315 onto the OFF state border, font, Text, bitmap, icon, fill
color and text color of the button with a variable text address of 150.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BMF
Syntax:
Set any/all button
parameters by
sending
embedded codes
and data.
"'^BMF-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<data>'"
Variables:
variable text address char array = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
level range = 1 - 600 (level value is 1 - 65535).
data:
’%B<border style>’ = Set the border style name. See the Border Styles and
Programming Numbers table on page 113.
’%B’,<border 0-27,40,41> = Set the borer style number. See the Border Styles and
Programming Numbers table on page 113.
’%DO<1-5><1-5><1-5><1-5><1-5> = Set the draw order. Listed from bottom to top.
Refer to the ^BDO command on page 118 for more information.
’%F’,<font 1-8,10,11,20-29,32-xx> = Set the font. See the Default Font Styles and ID
Numbers table on page 112.
’%F<font 01-08,10,11,20-29,32-xx>’ = Set the font. See the Default Font Styles and ID
Numbers table on page 112.
’%MI<mask image>’ = Set the mask image. Refer to the ^BMI command on page 123 for
more information.
’%T<text >’ = Set the text using ASCII characters (empty is clear).
’%P<bitmap>’ = Set the picture/bitmap filename (empty is clear).
’%I’,<icon 01-9900, 0-clear>’ = Set the icon using values of 01 - 9900 (icon numbers are
assigned in the TPDesign4 Resource Manager tab - Slots section).
’%I<icon 01-9900, 0-clear>’ = Set the icon using values of 01 - 9900 (icon numbers are
assigned in the TPDesign4 Resource Manager tab - Slots section).
’%J’,<alignment of text 1-9> = As shown the following telephone keypad alignment
chart:
0
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Zero can be used for an absolute position
’%JT<alignment of text 0-9>’ = As shown the above telephone keypad alignment chart,
BUT the 0 (zero) is absolute and followed by ’,<left>,<top>’
’%JB<alignment of bitmap/picture 0-9>’ = As shown the above telephone keypad
alignment chart BUT the 0 (zero) is absolute and followed by ’,<left>,<top>’
’%JI<alignment of icon 0-9>’ = As shown the above telephone keypad alignment chart,
BUT the 0 (zero) is absolute and followed by ’,<left>,<top>’
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^BMF
For some of these commands and values, refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic
(Cont.)
Colors table on page 110.
’%CF<on fill color>’ = Set Fill Color.
’%CB<on border color>’ = Set Border Color.
’%CT<on text color>’ = Set Text Color.
’%SW<1 or 0>’ = Show/hide a button.
’%SO<sound>’ = Set the button sound.
’%EN<1 or 0>’ = Enable/disable a button.
’%WW<1 or 0>’ = Word wrap ON/OFF.
’%GH<bargraph hi>’ = Set the bargraph upper limit.
’%GL<bargraph low>’ = Set the bargraph lower limit.
’%GN<bargraph slider name>’ = Set the bargraph slider name/Joystick cursor name.
’%GC<bargraph slider color>’ = Set the bargraph slider color/Joystick cursor color.
’%GI<bargraph invert>’ = Set the bargraph invert/noninvert or joystick coordinate
(0,1,2,3). ^GIV section on page 129 more information.
’%GU<bargraph ramp up>’ = Set the bargraph ramp up time in intervals of 1/10 second.
’%GD<bargraph ramp down>’ = Set the bargraph ramp down time in 1/10 second.
’%GG<bargraph drag increment> = Set the bargraph drag increment. Refer to the ^GDI
command on page 129 for more information.
’%VI<video ON/OFF>’ = Set the Video either ON (value=1) or OFF (value=0).
’%OT<feedback type>’ = Set the Feedback (Output) Type to one of the following:
None, Channel,Invert, ON (Always ON), Momentary, or Blink.
’%SM’ = Submit a text for text area button.
’%SF<1 or 0>’ = Set the focus for text area button.
’%OP<0-255>’ = Set the button opacity to either Invisible (value=0) or Opaque
(value=255).
’%OP#<00-FF>’ = Set the button opacity to either Invisible (value=00) or Opaque
(value=FF).
’%UN<Unicode text>’ = Set the Unicode text. See the ^UNI section on page 135 for the
text format.
’%LN<0-240>’ = Set the lines of video being removed. ^BLN section on page 119 for
more information.
’%EF<text effect name>’ = Set the text effect.
’%EC<text effect color>’ = Set the text effect color.
’%ML<max length>’ = Set the maximum length of a text area.
’%MK<input mask>’ = Set the input mask of a text area.
’%VL<0-1>’ = Log-On/Log-Off the computer control connection
’%VN<network name>’ = Set network connection name.
’%VP<password>’ = Set the network connection password.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMF-500,1,%B10%CFRed%CB Blue
%CTBlack%Ptest.png'"
Sets the button OFF state as well as the Border, Fill Color, Border Color, Text Color, and
Bitmap.
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^BMI
Mask image is used to crop a borderless button to a non-square shape. This is typically
used with a bitmap.
Set the button
mask image.
Syntax:
"'^BMI-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<mask image>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
mask image = Graphic file used.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMI-530,1&2,newMac.png'"
Sets the button with variable text 530 ON/OFF state mask image to 'newmac.png'.
^BML
If this value is set to zero (0), the text area has no max length. The maximum length avail-
able is 2000. This is only for a Text area input button and not for a Text area input masking
button.
Set the maximum
length of the text
area button.
Syntax:
"'^BML-<vt addr range>,<max length>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
max length = 2000 (0=no max length).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BML-500,20'"
Sets the maximum length of the text area input button to 20 characters.
Syntax:
^BMP
Assign a picture to "'^BMP-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<name of bitmap/
those buttons with
a defined address
range.
picture>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
name of bitmap/picture = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BMP-500.504&510.515,1,bitmap.png'"
Sets the OFF state picture for the buttons with variable text ranges of 500-504 & 510-515.
Syntax:
^BNC
Clear current
TakeNote
annotations.
"'^BNC-<vt addr range>,<command value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
command value = (0= clear, 1= clear all).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BNC-973,0'"
Clears the annotation of the TakeNote button with variable text 973.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BNN
Syntax:
Set the TakeNote
network name for
the specified
"'^BNN-<vt addr range>,<network name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
network name = Use a valid IP Address.
Example:
Addresses.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BNN-973,192.168.169.99'"
Sets the TakeNote button network name to 192.168.169.99.
Syntax:
^BNT
Set the TakeNote
network port for
the specified
"'^BNT-<vt addr range>,<network port>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
network port = 1 - 65535.
Example:
Addresses.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BNT-973,5000'"
Sets the TakeNote button network port to 5000.
^BOP
The button opacity can be specified as a decimal between 0 - 255, where zero (0) is
invisible and 255 is opaque, or as a HEX code, as used in the color commands by
preceding the HEX code with the # sign. In this case, #00 becomes invisible and #FF
becomes opaque. If the opacity is set to zero (0), this does not make the button inactive,
only invisible.
Set the button
opacity.
Syntax:
"'^BOP-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<button opacity>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
button opacity = 0 (invisible) - 255 (opaque).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BOP-500.504&510.515,1,200'"
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BOP-500.504&510.515,1,#C8'"
Both examples set the opacity of the buttons with the variable text range of 500-504 and
510-515 to 200.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BOR
Refer to the Border Styles and Programming Numbers table on page 113 for more
information.
Set a border to a
specific border
style associated
with a border
value for those
buttons with a
defined address
range.
Syntax:
"'^BOR-<vt addr range>,<border style name or border value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
border style name = Refer to the Border Styles and Programming Numbers table on
page 113.
border value = 0 - 41.
Examples:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BOR-500.504&510.515,10'"
Sets the border by number (#10) to those buttons with the variable text range of 500-504
& 510-515.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BOR-500.504&510,AMX Elite -M'"
Sets the border by name (AMX Elite) to those buttons with the variable text range of
500-504 & 510-515.
The border style is available through the TPDesign4 border-style drop-down list. Refer to
theTPD4 Border Styles by Name table on page 113 for more information.
^BOS
Syntax:
Set the button to
display either a
Video or
"'^BOS-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<video state>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Non-Video
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
window.
video state = Video Off = 0 and Video On = 1.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BOS-500,1,1'"
Sets the button to display video.
^BPP
Zero clears the flag.
Set or clear the
protected page flip
flag of a
Syntax:
"'^BPP-<vt addr range>,<protected page flip flag value>'"
Variable:
button.
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
protected page flip flag value range = 0 - 4 (0 clears the flag).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BPP-500,1'"
Sets the button to protected page flip flag 1 (sets it to password 1).
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^BRD
Only if the specified border is not the same as the current border. The border names are
available through the TPDesign4 border-name drop-down list.
Set the border of
a button state/
states.
Syntax:
"'^BRD-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<border name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
border name = Refer to the Border Styles and Programming Numbers table on
page 113.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BRD-500.504&510.515,1&2,Quad Line'"
Sets the border by name (Quad Line) to those buttons with the variable text range of
500-504 & 510-515.
Refer to theTPD4 Border Styles by Name table on page 113.
^BSF
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.
Set the focus to
the text area.
Syntax:
"'^BSF-<vt addr range>,<selection value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
selection value = Unselect = 0 and select = 1.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BSF-500,1'"
Sets the focus to the text area of the button.
^BSM
This command causes the text areas to send their text as strings to the NetLinx Master.
Submit text for
Syntax:
text area buttons.
"'^BSM-<vt addr range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BSM-500'"
Submits the text of the text area button.
^BSO
If the sound name is blank the sound is then cleared. If the sound name is not matched,
the button sound is not changed.
Set the sound
played when a
button is pressed.
Syntax:
"'^BSO-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<sound name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
sound name = (blank - sound cleared, not matched - button sound not changed).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BSO-500,1&2,music.wav'"
Assigns the sound 'music.wav' to the button Off/On states.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BVL
Syntax:
Log-On/Log-Off
the computer
control
"'^BVL-<vt addr range>,<connection>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
connection = 0 (Log-Off connection) and 1 (Log-On connection).
Example:
connection.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BVL-500,0'"
Logs-off the computer control connection of the button.
Syntax:
^BVN
Set the computer
control remote
host for the
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'^BVN-<vt addr range>,<remote host>'"
Variables:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
remote host = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
specified address.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BVN-500,191.191.191.191'"
Sets the remote host to '191.191.191.191' for the specific computer control button.
Syntax:
^BVP
Set the network
password for the
specified address.
"'^BVP-<vt addr range>,<network password>'"
Variable:
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.
Syntax:
^BVT
Set the computer
control network
port for the
"'^BVT-<vt addr range>,<network port>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
network port = 1 - 65535.
Example:
specified address.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BVT-500,5000'"
Sets the network port to 5000.
^BWW
By default, word-wrap is Off.
Set the button
word wrap feature
to those buttons
with a defined
Syntax:
"'^BWW-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<word wrap>'"
Variable:
address range.
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
word wrap = (0=Off and 1=On). Default is Off.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BWW-500,1,1'"
Sets the word wrap on for the button’s Off state.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^CPF
Syntax:
Clear all page flips "'^CPF-<vt addr range>'"
from a button.
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^CPF-500'"
Clears all page flips from the button.
^DLD
Syntax:
Set the disable
cradle LED flag.
"'^DLD-<status>'"
Variable:
status = (0= cradle operates normally, 1= forces the cradle LEDs to always be dim).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^DLD-1'"
Disables the cradle LEDs.
^DPF
Syntax:
Delete page flips
from button if it
already exists.
"'^DFP-<vt addr range>,<actions>,<page name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
actions =
Stan[dardPage] - Flip to standard page
Prev[iousPage] - Flip to previous page
Show[Popup] - Show Popup page
Hide[Popup] - Hide Popup page
Togg[lePopup] - Toggle popup state
ClearG[roup] - Clear popup page group from all pages
ClearP[age] - Clear all popup pages from a page with the
specified page name
ClearA[ll] - Clear all popup pages from all pages
page name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^DPF-409,Prev'"
Deletes the assignment of a button from flipping to a previous page.
Syntax:
^ENA
Enable or disable
buttons with a set
variable text
"'^ENA-<vt addr range>,<command value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
command value = (0= disable, 1= enable)
Example:
range.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^ENA-500.504&510.515,0'"
Disables button pushes on buttons with variable text range 500-504 & 510-515.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^FON
Font ID numbers are generated by the TPDesign4 programmers report.
Syntax:
Set a font to a
specific Font ID
value for those
buttons with a
defined address
range.
"'^FON-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<font value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
font value = range = 1 - XXX. Refer to the Default Font Styles and ID Numbers section
on page 112.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^FON-500.504&510.515,1&2,4'"
Sets the font size to font ID #4 for the On and Off states of buttons with the variable text
range of 500-504 & 510-515.
The Font ID is generated by TPD4 and is located in TPD4 through the Main menu.
Panel > Generate Programmer's Report >Text Only Format >Readme.txt.
"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^GDI
Syntax:
Change the
bargraph drag
increment.
"'^GDI-<vt addr range>,<bargraph drag increment>'"
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
Parameters 1,2, and 3 will cause a bargraph or slider to be inverted regardless of
orientation. Their effect will be as described for joysticks.
Invert the joystick
axis to move the
origin to another
corner.
Syntax:
"'^GIV-<vt addr range>,<joystick axis to invert>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
joystick axis to invert = 0 - 3.
0
2
1
3
0 = Normal
1 = Invert horizontal axis
2 = Invert vertical axis
3 = Invert both axis locations
For a bargraph 1 = Invert, 0 = Non Invert
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GIV-500,3'"
Inverts the joystick axis origin to the bottom right corner.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^GLH
Syntax:
Change the
bargraph upper
limit.
"'^GLH-<vt addr range>,<bargraph hi>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
bargraph limit range = 1 - 65535 (bargraph upper limit range).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GLH-500,1000'"
Changes the bargraph upper limit to 1000.
Syntax:
^GLL
Change the
bargraph lower
limit.
"'^GLL-<vt addr range>,<bargraph low>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
bargraph limit range = 1 - 65535 (bargraph lower limit range).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GLL-500,150'"
Changes the bargraph lower limit to 150.
Syntax:
^GRD
Change the
bargraph
ramp-down time
in 1/10th of a
second.
"'^GRD-<vt addr range>,<bargraph ramp down time>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
bargraph ramp down time = In 1/10th of a second intervals.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GRD-500,200'"
Changes the bargraph ramp down time to 20 seconds.
Syntax:
^GRU
Change the
bargraph
ramp-up time in
1/10th of a
second.
"'^GRU-<vt addr range>,<bargraph ramp up time>'"
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.
A user can also assign the color by Name and R,G,B value (RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA).
Syntax:
^GSC
Change the
bargraph slider
color or joystick
cursor color.
"'^GSC-<vt addr range>,<color value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
color value = Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GSC-500,12'"
Changes the bargraph or joystick slider color to Yellow.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^GSN
Slider names and cursor names can be found in the TPDesign4 slider name and cursor
drop-down list.
Change the
bargraph slider
name or joystick
cursor name.
Syntax:
"'^GSN-<vt addr range>,<bargraph slider name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
bargraph slider name = See table below.
Bargraph Slider Names:
None
Ball
Circle -L
Circle -S
Precision
Rectangle -S
Circle -M
Rectangle -L
Rectangle -M
Windows Active
Windows
Joystick Cursor Names:
No ne
Circle
Ha nd
Target
Arrow
Ball
Crosshairs
Meta l
Gunsight
Spira l
View Finder
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GSN-500,Ball'"
Changes the bargraph slider name or the Joystick cursor name to ’Ball’.
Syntax:
^ICO
Set the icon to a
button.
"'^ICO-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<icon index>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
icon index range = 0 - 9900 (a value of 0 is clear).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^ICO-500.504&510.515,1&2,1'"
Sets the icon for On and Off states for buttons with variable text ranges of 500-504 &
510-515.
^IRM
Pulse the given IR channel for onTime in tenths of seconds. Delay offTime in tenths of a
second before the next IR pulse is allowed. ^IRM allows the command itself to specify the
port number. ^IRM is needed because commands programmed on the panel itself can
only be sent to a single port number. (currently this is defined as 1 only).
Set the IR
channel.
Note: The port number of the IR will be the port number assigned in TPD4.
Syntax:
"'^IRM-<port>,<channel>,<onTime>,<offTime>'"
Variable:
port = User-defined port on the device (panel).
channel = 1 - 255 (channel to pulse).
onTime = 1/10th of a second.
offTime = 1/10th of a second.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^IRM-10,5, 20, 10'"
Sets the port 10 IR channel 5 on time to 1 second and off time to 2 seconds.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^JSB
The alignment of 0 is followed by ',<left>,<top>'. The left and top coordinates are relative
to the upper left corner of the button.
Set bitmap/
picture alignment Syntax:
using a numeric
"'^JSB-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<new text
alignment>'"
keypad layout for
those buttons with
a defined address
range.
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
new text alignment = Value of 1- 9 corresponds to the following locations:
0
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Zero can be used for an absolute position
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^JSB-500.504&510.515,1&2,1'"
Sets the off/on state picture alignment to upper left corner for those buttons with variable
text ranges of 500-504 & 510-515.
^JSI
The alignment of 0 is followed by ',<left>,<top>'. The left and top coordinates are relative
to the upper left corner of the button.
Set icon
alignment using a Syntax:
numeric keypad
"'^JSI-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<new icon
alignment>'"
layout for those
buttons with a
defined address
range.
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
new icon alignment = Value of 1 - 9 corresponds to the following locations:
0
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Zero can be used for an absolute position
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^JSI-500.504&510.515,1&2,1'"
Sets the Off/On state icon alignment to upper left corner for those buttons with variable
text range of 500-504 & 510-515.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^JST
The alignment of 0 is followed by ',<left>,<top>'. The left and top coordinates are relative
to the upper left corner of the button.
Set text
alignment using a Syntax:
numeric keypad
"'^JST-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<new text
alignment>'"
layout for those
buttons with a
defined address
range.
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
new text alignment = Value of 1 - 9 corresponds to the following locations:
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^JST-500.504&510.515,1&2,1'"
Sets the text alignment to the upper left corner for those buttons with variable text ranges
of 500-504 & 510-515.
^MBT
Syntax:
Set the Mouse
"'^MBT-<pass data>'"
Button mode On
for the virtual PC.
Variable:
pass data:
0 = None
1 = Left
2 = Right
3 = Middle
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^MBT-1'"
Sets the mouse button mode to ’Left Mouse Click’.
^MDC
Syntax:
Turn On the
’Mouse
double-click’
feature for the
virtual PC.
"'^MDC'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^MDC'"
Sets the mouse double-click for use with the virtual PC.
Syntax:
^SHO
Show or hide a
button with a set
variable text
range.
"'^SHO-<vt addr range>,<command value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
command value = (0= hide, 1= show).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^SHO-500.504&510.515,0'"
Hides buttons with variable text address range 500-504 & 510-515.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^TEC
The Text Effect is specified by name and can be found in TPD4. You can also assign the
color by name or RGB value (RRGGBB or RRGGBBAA).
Set the text effect
color for the
specified
Syntax:
"'^TEC-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<color value>'"
addresses/states
to the specified
color.
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
color value = Refer to the RGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 110.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^TEC-500.504&510.515,1&2,12'"
Sets the text effect color to Very Light Yellow on buttons with variable text 500-504
and 510-515.
^TEF
The Text Effect is specified by name and can be found in TPD4.
Set the text effect. Syntax:
"'^TEF-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<text effect name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
text effect name = Refer to the Text Effects table on page 136 for a listing of text
effect names.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^TEF-500.504&510.515,1&2,Soft Drop Shadow
3'"
Sets the text effect to Soft Drop Shadow 3 for the button with variable text range 500-504
and 510-515.
^TXT
Sets Non-Unicode text.
Assign a text
string to those
buttons with a
defined address
range.
Syntax:
"'^TXT-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<new text>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
new text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^TXT-500.504&510.515,1&2,Test Only'"
Sets the On and Off state text for buttons with the variable text ranges of
500-504 & 510-515.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^UNI
For the ^UNI command (%UN and ^BMF command), the Unicode text is sent as
ASCII-HEX nibbles.
Set Unicode text.
Syntax:
"'^UNI-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<unicode text>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
unicode text = Unicode HEX value.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^UNI-500,1,0041'"
Sets the button’s unicode character to ’A’.
Note: To send the variable text ’A’ in unicode to all states of the variable text
button 1, (for which the character code is 0041 Hex), send the following command:
SEND_COMMAND TP,"'^UNI-1,0,0041'"
Note: Unicode is always represented in a HEX value. TPD4 generates (through the Text
Enter Box dialog) unicode HEX values. Refer to the TPDesign4 Instruction Manual for
more information.
Miscellaneous MVP Strings back to the Master
The following two strings are sent by the MVP panel back to the communicating Master:
MVP Strings to Master
undock <master> This is sent to the target Master when the MVP is undocked.
• If the panel has no information within the User Access Passwords list, ’none’ is sent as
a user.
• If the undock button on the Protected Setup page is used, ’setup’ is sent as a user.
• This string can be disabled from within the firmware setup pages.
dock
This is sent to the target Master when the MVP is docked.
• This string can be disabled from within the firmware setup pages.
MVP Panel Lock Passcode commands
These commands are used to maintain a passcode list. With the MVOP-5200i, a password must be
entered to remove the panel from the Wall Charging Station. Only the passcode is entered. The user entry
is just for identifying the passcodes.
MVP Panel Lock Passcode Commands
^LPC
Syntax:
Clear all
"'^LPC'"
users from the
User Access
Passwords list on
the Password
Setup page.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^LPC'"
Clear all users from the User Access Password list on the Password Setup page.
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MVP Panel Lock Passcode Commands (Cont.)
^LPR
Syntax:
Remove a given
user from the User
Access
Passwords list on
the Password
Setup page.
"'^LPR-<user>'"
Variable:
user = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^LPR-Robert'"
Remove user named ’Robert’ from the User Access Password list on the Password
information.
^LPS
This command allows you to:
Set the user name
and password.
1. Add a new user name and password OR
2. Set the password for a given user.
The user name and password combo is added to the User Access and/or Password list
in the Password Setup page. The user name must be alphanumeric.
Syntax:
"'^LPS-<user>,<passcode>'"
Variable:
user = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
passcode = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^LPS-Manager,undock'"
Sets a new user name as "Manager" and the password to "undock".
Example 2:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^LPS-Manager,test'"
Changes the given user name password to "test".
Text Effects Names
The following is a listing of text effects names associated with the ^TEF command on page 134.
Text Effects
• Glow -S
• Medium Drop Shadow 1
• Medium Drop Shadow 2
• Medium Drop Shadow 3
• Medium Drop Shadow 4
• Medium Drop Shadow 5
• Medium Drop Shadow 6
• Medium Drop Shadow 7
• Medium Drop Shadow 8
• Hard Drop Shadow 1
• Hard Drop Shadow 2
• Hard Drop Shadow 3
• Hard Drop Shadow 4
• Hard Drop Shadow 5
• Hard Drop Shadow 6
• Hard Drop Shadow 7
• Hard Drop Shadow 8
• Glow -M
• Glow -L
• Glow -X
• Outline -S
• Outline -M
• Outline -L
• Outline -X
• Soft Drop Shadow 1
• Soft Drop Shadow 2
• Soft Drop Shadow 3
• Soft Drop Shadow 4
• Soft Drop Shadow 5
• Soft Drop Shadow 6
• Soft Drop Shadow 7
• Soft Drop Shadow 8
• Medium Drop Shadow 1 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 1 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 2 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 2 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 3 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 3 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 4 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 4 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 5 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 5 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 6 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 6 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 7 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 7 with outline
• Medium Drop Shadow 8 with outline • Hard Drop Shadow 8 with outline
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Text Effects (Cont.)
• Soft Drop Shadow 1 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 2 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 3 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 4 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 5 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 6 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 7 with outline
• Soft Drop Shadow 8 with outline
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. The following example is
for debug purposes only:
NetLinx Example: CUSTOM_EVENT[device, Address, Custom event type]
DEFINE_EVENT
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1001]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1002]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1003]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1004]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1005]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1006]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1007]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1008]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1009]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1010]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1011]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1012]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1013]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1014]
CUSTOM_EVENT[TP,529,1015]
// Text
// Bitmap
// Icon
// Text Justification
// Bitmap Justification
// Icon Justification
// Font
// Text Effect Name
// Text Effect Color
// Word Wrap
// ON state Border Color
// ON state Fill Color
// ON state Text Color
// Border Name
// Opacity
{
Send_String 0,"'ButtonGet Id=',ITOA(CUSTOM.ID),' Type=',ITOA(CUSTOM.TYPE)"
Send_String 0,"'Flag =',ITOA(CUSTOM.FLAG)"
Send_String 0,"'VALUE1 =',ITOA(CUSTOM.VALUE1)"
Send_String 0,"'VALUE2 =',ITOA(CUSTOM.VALUE2)"
Send_String 0,"'VALUE3 =',ITOA(CUSTOM.VALUE3)"
Send_String 0,"'TEXT
=',CUSTOM.TEXT"
Send_String 0,"'TEXT LENGTH =',ITOA(LENGTH_STRING(CUSTOM.TEXT))"
}
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All custom events have the following 7 fields:
Custom Event Fields
Field
Description
Uint Flag
0 means text is a standard string, 1 means Unicode encoded string
button state number
slong value1
slong value2
slong value3
string text
actual length of string (this is not encoded size)
index of first character (usually 1 or same as optional index
the text from the button
text length (string encode)
button text length
These fields are populated differently for each query command. The text length (String Encode) field is
not used in any command.
Button Query Commands
?BCB
Syntax:
Get the current
border color.
"'?BCB-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1011:
Flag - zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string (should be 9)
Value3 - Zero
Text - Hex encoded color value (ex: #000000FF)
Text length - Color name length (should be 9)
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BCB-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' border color. information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1011
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 9
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = #222222FF
TEXT LENGTH = 9
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?BCF
Syntax:
Get the current fill
color.
"'?BCF-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1012:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string (should be 9)
Value3 - Zero
Text - Hex encoded color value (ex: #000000FF)
Text length - Color name length (should be 9)
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BCF-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' fill color information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1012
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 9
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = #FF8000FF
TEXT LENGTH = 9
?BCT
Syntax:
Get the current
text color.
"'?BCT-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1013:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string (should be 9)
Value3 - Zero
Text - Hex encoded color value (ex: #000000FF)
Text length - Color name length (should be 9)
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BCT-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' text color information.
The result sent to Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1013
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 9
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = #FFFFFEFF
TEXT LENGTH = 9
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?BMP
Syntax:
Get the current
bitmap name.
"'?BMP-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1002:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string
Value3 - Zero
Text - String that represents the bitmap name
Text length - Bitmap name text length (should be 9)
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BMP-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' bitmap information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1002
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 9
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = Buggs.png
TEXT LENGTH = 9
?BOP
Syntax:
Get the overall
button opacity.
"'?BOP-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1015:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Opacity
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BOP-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' opacity information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1015
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 200
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
=
TEXT LENGTH = 0
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?BRD
Syntax:
Get the current
border name.
"'?BRD-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1014:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string
Value3 - Zero
Text - String that represents border name
Text length - Border name length
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BRD-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' border information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1014
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 22
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = Double Bevel Raised -L
TEXT LENGTH = 22
?BWW
Syntax:
Get the current
word wrap flag
status.
"'?BWW-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1010:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - 0 = no word wrap, 1 = word wrap
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?BWW-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' word wrap flag status information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1010
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 1
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
=
TEXT LENGTH = 0
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?FON
Syntax:
Get the current
font index.
"'?FON-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1007:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Font index
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?FON-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' font type index information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1007
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 72
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
TEXT LENGTH = 0
Syntax:
=
?ICO
Get the current
icon index.
"'?ICO-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1003:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Icon Index
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?ICO-529,1&2'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' icon index information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1003
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 2
VALUE2 = 12
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
=
TEXT LENGTH = 0
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?JSB
Syntax:
Get the current
bitmap
justification.
"'?JSB-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1005:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - 1 - 9 justify
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?JSB-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' bitmap justification information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1005
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 5
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
TEXT LENGTH = 0
Syntax:
=
?JSI
Get the current
icon
justification.
"'?JSI-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1006:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - 1 - 9 justify
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?JSI-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' icon justification information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1006
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 6
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
=
TEXT LENGTH = 0
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?JST
Syntax:
Get the current
text justification.
"'?JST-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1004:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - 1 - 9 justify
Value3 - Zero
Text - Blank
Text length - Zero
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?JST-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' text justification information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1004
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 1
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT
TEXT LENGTH = 0
Syntax:
=
?TEC
Get the current
text effect color.
"'?TEC-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1009:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string (should be 9)
Value3 - Zero
Text - Hex encoded color value (ex: #000000FF)
Text length - Color name length (should be 9)
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?TEC-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' text effect color information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1009
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 9
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = #5088F2AE
TEXT LENGTH = 9
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MVP-5200i Modero Viewpoint Widescreen Touch Panel
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Button Query Commands (Cont.)
?TEF
Syntax:
Get the current
text effect name.
"'?TEF-<vt addr range>,<button states range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
custom event type 1008:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string
Value3 - Zero
Text - String that represents the text effect name
Text length - Text effect name length
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?TEF-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' text effect name information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1008
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 18
VALUE3 = 0
TEXT = Hard Drop Shadow 3
TEXT LENGTH = 18
?TXT
Syntax:
Get the current
text information.
"'?TXT-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<optional index>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
optional index = This is used if a string was too long to get back in one command.
The reply will start at this index.
custom event type 1001:
Flag - Zero
Value1 - Button state number
Value2 - Actual length of string
Value3 - Index
Text - Text from the button
Text length - Button text length
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'?TXT-529,1'"
Gets the button 'OFF state' text information.
The result sent to the Master would be:
ButtonGet Id = 529 Type = 1001
Flag = 0
VALUE1 = 1
VALUE2 = 14
VALUE3 = 1
TEXT = This is a test
TEXT LENGTH = 14
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Panel Runtime Operations
Serial Commands are used in the AxcessX Terminal Emulator mode. These commands are case
insensitive.
Panel Runtime Operation Commands
ABEEP
Syntax:
Output a single
beep even if beep
is Off.
"'ABEEP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'ABEEP'"
Outputs a beep of duration 1 beep even if beep is Off.
Syntax:
ADBEEP
Output a double
beep even if beep
is Off.
"'ADBEEP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'ADBEEP'"
Outputs a double beep even if beep is Off.
@AKB
Keyboard string is set to null on power up and is stored until power is lost. The Prompt
Text is optional.
Pop up the
keyboard icon and Syntax:
initialize the text
"'@AKB-<initial text>;<prompt text>'"
string to that
specified.
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@AKB-Texas;Enter State'"
Pops up the Keyboard and initializes the text string 'Texas' with prompt text 'Enter State'.
Keyboard string is set to null on power up and is stored until power is lost.
Syntax:
AKEYB
Pop up the
keyboard icon and
initialize the text
string to that
specified.
"'AKEYB-<initial text>'"
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'AKEYB-This is a Test'"
Pops up the Keyboard and initializes the text string 'This is a Test'.
The keypad string is set to null on power up and is stored until power is lost.
Syntax:
AKEYP
Pop up the
keypad icon and
initialize the text
string to that
specified.
"'AKEYP-<number string>'"
Variables:
number string = 0 - 9999.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'AKEP-12345'"
Pops up the Keypad and initializes the text string '12345'.
AKEYR
Remove keyboard or keypad that was displayed using 'AKEYB', 'AKEYP', 'PKEYP',
@AKB, @AKP, @PKP, @EKP, or @TKP commands.
Remove the
Keyboard/
Keypad.
Syntax:
"'AKEYR'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'AKEYR'"
Removes the Keyboard/Keypad.
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Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.)
@AKP
Keypad string is set to null on power up and is stored until power is lost. The Prompt Text
is optional.
Pop up the
keypad icon and
initialize the text
string to that
specified.
Syntax:
"'@AKP-<initial text>;<prompt text>'"
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@AKP-12345678;ENTER PASSWORD'"
Pops up the Keypad and initializes the text string '12345678' with prompt text ’ENTER
PASSWORD’.
@AKR
Remove keyboard or keypad that was displayed using 'AKEYB', 'AKEYP', 'PKEYP',
@AKB, @AKP, @PKP, @EKP, or @TKP commands.
Remove the
Keyboard/
Keypad.
Syntax:
"'@AKR'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@AKR'"
Removes the Keyboard/Keypad.
Syntax:
BEEP
Output a beep.
"'BEEP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'BEEP'"
Outputs a beep.
BRIT
Syntax:
Set the panel
brightness.
"'BRIT-<brightness level>'"
Variable:
brightness level = 0 - 100.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'BRIT-50'"
Sets the brightness level to 50.
Syntax:
@BRT
Set the panel
brightness.
"'@BRT-<brightness level>'"
Variable:
brightness level = 0 - 100.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@BRT-70'"
Sets the brightness level to 70.
Syntax:
DBEEP
Output a
"'DBEEP'"
double beep.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'DBEEP'"
Outputs a double beep.
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Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.)
@EKP
Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. The Prompt Text is
optional.
Extend the
Keypad.
Syntax:
"'@EKP-<initial text>;<prompt text>'"
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
Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. Keypad displays a
'*' instead of the numbers typed. The Prompt Text is optional.
Present a private
keypad.
Syntax:
"'PKEYP-<initial text>'"
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'PKEYP-123456789'"
Pops up the Keypad and initializes the text string '123456789' in '*'.
@PKP
Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. Keypad displays a
'*' instead of the numbers typed. The Prompt Text is optional.
Present a private
keypad.
Syntax:
"'@PKP-<initial text>;<prompt text>'"
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@PKP-1234567;ENTER PASSWORD'"
Pops up the Keypad and initializes the text string 'ENTER PASSWORD' in '*'.
SETUP
Syntax:
Send panel to
SETUP page.
"'SETUP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'SETUP'"
Sends the panel to the Setup Page.
Syntax:
SHUTDOWN
Shut down the
batteriesproviding
power to the
panel.
"'SHUTDOWN'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'SHUTDOWN'"
Shuts-down the batteries feeding power to the panel. This function saves the battery from
discharging.
SLEEP
Syntax:
Force the panel
into screen saver
mode.
"'SLEEP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'SLEEP'"
Forces the panel into screen saver mode.
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Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.)
@SOU
Syntax:
Play a sound file.
"'@SOU-<sound name>'"
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
Pops up the keypad icon and initializes the text string to that specified. The Prompt Text is
optional.
Present a
telephone
keypad.
Syntax:
"'@TKP-<initial text>;<prompt text>'"
Variables:
initial text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
prompt text = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@TKP-999.222.1211;Enter Phone Number'"
Pops-up the Keypad and initializes the text string '999.222.1211' with prompt text 'Enter
Phone Number'.
TPAGEON
This command turns On page tracking, whereby when the page or popups change, a
string is sent to the Master. This string may be captured with a CREATE_BUFFER
command for one panel and sent directly to another panel.
Turn On page
tracking.
Syntax:
"'TPAGEON'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'TPAGEON'"
Turns On page tracking.
Syntax:
TPAGEOFF
Turn Off page
tracking.
"'TPAGEOFF'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'TPAGEOFF'"
Turns Off page tracking.
Syntax:
@VKB
Popup the
virtual
keyboard.
"'@VKB'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@VKB'"
Pops-up the virtual keyboard.
Syntax:
WAKE
Force the panel
out of screen
saver mode.
"'WAKE'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'WAKE'"
Forces the panel out of the screen saver mode.
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Input Commands
These Send Commands are case insensitive.
Input Commands
^CAL
Syntax:
Put panel in
"'^CAL'"
calibration mode.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^CAL'"
Puts the panel in calibration mode.
Syntax:
^KPS
Set the
"'^KPS-<pass data>'"
keyboard
passthru.
Variable:
pass data:
<blank/empty> = Disables the keyboard.
0 = Pass data to G4 application (default). This can be used with VPC or text areas.
1 - 4 = Not used.
5 = Sends out data to the Master.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^KPS-5'"
Sets the keyboard passthru to the Master. Option 5 sends keystrokes directly to the
Master via the Send Output String mechanism. This process sends a virtual keystroke
command (^VKS) to the Master.
Example 2:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^KPS-0'"
Disables the keyboard passthru to the Master.
The following point defines how the parameters within this command work:
• Accepts keystrokes from any of these sources: attached USB keyboard or Virtual
keyboard.
^VKS
Key presses and key releases are not distinguished except in the case of CTRL, ALT, and
SHIFT.
Send one or more
virtual key strokes Refer to theEmbedded Codes table on page 151 that define special characters which
to the G4
can be included with the string but may not be represented by the ASCII character set.
application.
Syntax:
"'^VKS-<string>'"
Variable:
string = Only 1 string per command/only one stroke per command.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^VKS-'8"
Sends out the keystroke 'backspace' to the G4 application.
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Embedded codes
The following is a list of G4 compatible embedded codes:
Embedded Codes
Decimal numbers Hexidecimal values
Virtual keystroke
8
($08)
($0D)
($1B)
($80)
($81)
($82)
($83)
($84)
($85)
($86)
($87)
($88)
($89)
($8A)
($8B)
($8C)
($8D)
($8E)
($8F)
($90)
($91)
($92)
($93)
($94)
($95)
($96)
($97)
($98)
($99)
($9A)
($9B)
($9C)
($9D)
($9E)
($9F)
($A0)
($A1)
($A2)
($C0)
($C1)
($C2)
Backspace
Enter
13
27
ESC
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
192
193
194
CTRL key down
ALT key down
Shift key down
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
Num Lock
Caps Lock
Insert
Delete
Home
End
Page Up
Page Down
Scroll Lock
Pause
Break
Print Screen
SYSRQ
Tab
Windows
Menu
Up Arrow
Down Arrow
Left Arrow
Right Arrow
CTRL key up
ALT key up
Shift key up
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Panel Setup Commands
These commands are case insensitive.
Panel Setup Commands
^MUT
Syntax:
Set the panel
mute state.
"'^MUT-<mute state>'"
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 sets the level 1 password only.
Syntax:
@PWD
Set the page flip
password.
"'@PWD-<page flip password>'"
Variables:
page flip password = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@PWD-Main'"
Sets the page flip password to 'Main'.
Password level is required and must be 1 - 4.
Syntax:
^PWD
Set the page flip
password.
"'^PWD-<password level>,<page flip password>'"
Variables:
password level = 1 - 4.
page flip password = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^PWD-1,Main'"
Sets the page flip password on Password Level 1 to 'Main'.
Syntax:
^VOL
Set the panel
volume.
"'^VOL-<volume level>'"
Variable:
volume level = 0 - 100. 100 is maximum volume setting.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^VOL-50'"
Set the panel volume to 50.
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Dynamic Image Commands
The following is a listing and descriptions of Dynamic Image Commands.
Dynamic Image Commands
^BBR
Syntax:
Set the bitmap of
a button to use a
particular
"'^BBR-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<resource name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
resource.
button states range = 1 - 256 for multi-state buttons (0 = All states, for General buttons
1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BBR-700,1,Sports_Image'"
Sets the resource name of the button to ’Sports_Image’.
^RAF
^RFR
See page 154.
Syntax:
Force a refresh for "'^RFR-<resource name>'"
a given resource.
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^RFR-Sports_Image'"
Forces a refresh on ’Sports_Image’.
^RMF
Syntax:
Modify an
"'^RMF-<resource name>,<data>'"
existing resource.
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters
data = Refer to the table in the RAF command for more information.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^RMF-Sports_Image,%ALab_Test/
Images%Ftest.jpg'"
Changes the resource ’Sports_Image’ file name to ’test.jpg’ and the path to ’Lab_Test/
Images’.
^RSR
Syntax:
Change the
"'^RSR-<resource name>,<refresh rate>'"
refresh rate for a
given resource.
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
refresh rate = Measured in seconds.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^RSR-Sports_Image,5'"
Sets the refresh rate to 5 seconds for the given resource (’Sports_Image’).
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Dynamic Image Commands (Cont.)
^RAF
Adds any and all resource parameters by sending embedded codes and data.
Add new
Syntax:
resources.
"'^RAF-<resource name>,<data>'"
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
data = Refers to the embedded codes, see table below.
EmbeddedCodes:
Parameter
protocol
user
Description
Embedded Code
’%P<0-1>’
Set protocol. HTTP(0) or FTP (1).
Set Username for authentication.
Set Password for authentication.
’%U<user>’
password
host
’%S<password>’
’%H<host>’
Set Host Name (fully qualified
DNSor IP Address).
file
Full path to the location of the file or
program that will return the resource.
Thepath must bea valid HTTP URL
minus the protocol and host. The
only except ion t o this is t he inclusion
of special escape sequences and in
the case of the FTP protocol, regular
expressions.
’%F<file>’
path
Set Directory path. The path must
be a valid HTTP URL minus the
protocol, host, and filename. The
only exception to this is the
’%A<path>’
inclusion of special escape
sequences and in the case of the
FTPprotocol, regular expressions.
refresh
The numberof seconds between
refreshes in which the resource is
downloadedagain. Refreshinga
resource causes the button
’%R<refresh1-65535>’
displaying that resource to refresh
also. Thedefault value is 0(only
download the resourceonce).
Set the newest file. A value of 1
means that only the most recent file
matching the pattern is downloaded.
newest
’%N<0-1>’
’%V<0-1>’
preserve
Set the value of the preserve flag.
Default is 0. Currently preserve has
no function.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^RAF-New Image,%P0%HAMX.COM%ALab/
Test_file%Ftest.jpg'"
Adds a new resource. The resource name is ’New Image’, %P (protocol) is an HTTP, %H
(host name) is AMX.COM, %A (file path) is Lab/Test file, and %F (file name) is test.jpg.
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Intercom Commands
The following is a list of Intercom Commands:
Intercom Commands
^MODEL?
Panel model name. If the panel supports intercom hardware it will respond with its model
name as shown in the response below. Older hardware or newer hardware that has inter-
com support disabled with not respond to this command.
Sets model name.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'^MODEL?'"
Variables:
None.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^MODEL?'"
Panel response string if intercom enabled:
^MODEL-MVP-8400i
^ICS-
^ICS-<IP>,<TX UDP port>,<RX UDP port>,<initial mode>'"
Intercom start.
Intercom start. Starts a call to the specified IP address and ports. The initial mode is either
1 (talk) or 0 (listen) or 2 (both). Please note, however, that no data packets will actually
flow until the intercom modify command is sent to the panel.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'^ICS-<IP>,<TX UDP port>,<RX UDP
port>,<initial mode>'"
Variables:
IP = IP Address of panel to connect with on an Intercom call.
TX UDP port = UDP port to transmit to.
RX UDP port = UDP port to receive from.
initial mode = 0 (listen) or 1 (talk) or 2 (handsfree). 0 is the default.
Examples:
Example of setting up a handsfree Unicast call between two panels:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^ICS-192.168.0.3,9000,9002,2'"
SEND_COMMAND TP2,"'^ICS-192.168.0.4,9002,9000,2'"
Example of setting up a multicast call where the first panel is paging two other panels:
SEND_COMMAND TP1, "^ICS-239.252.1.1,9000,0,1"
SEND_COMMAND TP2, "^ICS-239.252.1.1,9000,0,0"
SEND_COMMAND TP3, "^ICS-239.252.1.1,9000,0,0"
Example of setting up a baby monitor call where the first panel is listening to the
microphone audio coming from the second panel:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^ICS-192.168.0.3,9000,9002,0'"
SEND_COMMAND TP2,"'^ICS-192.168.0.4,9002,9000,1'"
^ICE'
Intercom end. This terminates an intercom call/connection.
Intercom end.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'^ICE'"
Variables:
None.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^ICE'"
SEND_COMMAND TP2,"'^ICE'"
Terminates an intercom call between two panels.
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Intercom Commands (Cont.)
^ICM-TALK
Intercom modify command. For backwards compatibility both versions are supported.
^ICM-LISTEN
In this release, however, the TALK and LISTEN subcommands are ignored. The
microphone and/or speaker are activated based on the initial mode value of the intercom
start command and the audio data packet flow is started upon receipt of this command by
the panel.
Intercom modify
command.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'^ICM-TALK'"
Variables:
None.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^ICM-TALK'"
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Battery Life and Replacement
Battery Life and Replacement
Overview
The battery powering the MVP-5200i is designed for upwards of 300 deep discharge rechargings.
Regular shallow rechargings will extensively increase expected battery life, and the device should be
stored in either the Table Charging Station or the Wall Charging Station when not in use to keep it at an
optimum charge. The battery has reached its effective end of life after it can no longer hold more than a
70 percent charge.
Unlike traditional Lithium Ion batteries, the Lithium Polymer battery in the MVP-5200i
has a very small charge retention decline as it is discharged and recharged.
This device has a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Be
sure to dispose of used batteries in a correct manner.
Power Management
Since the MVP-5200i is a battery-powered handheld device, power management is a necessary concern.
Under active use, the charge on the integral Lithium Polymer battery can last for as long as five days.
However, to maximize usability and minimize the chances of the device becoming completely
discharged at a critical moment, the MVP-5200i should be kept in its charging cradle or wall station
when not in use.
The MVP-5200i operates on three distinct power modes:
ꢀ
Awake - This is the normal power mode of the panel during operation. In this mode, all
necessary modules are powered up and their respective clocks are being driven appropriately.
The device remains online with the Netlinx Master and continues to appear in the online tree
of Netlinx Studio.
ꢀ
Sleep - This mode of operation can be selected through the Setup Pages and only controls the
backlight. In this case, the unit remains on all the time, and only the backlight will be turned
off after the user-selectable time of inactivity has elapsed. The device remains online with the
Netlinx Master and continues to be shown in the online tree of Netlinx Studio. The unit shall
transfer to the Awake mode after it detects a touch on the touchscreen or navigation wheel.
This mode uses 80 percent of the power required for the Awake mode.
ꢀ
Shutdown - The system enters this mode after a user selectable amount of inactivity time has
elapsed or if the battery level falls below10 percent of its full charge. This is the absolute
lowest mode of operation, during which power to all peripherals and components is turned off.
It is not online with the NetLinx Master and will not appear in NetLinx Studio. The system
remains in this mode until it is rebooted. In the latter case, the panel has to be placed in a Table
Charging Station in order for it to be operational.
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Battery Replacement
The touch panel's battery is intended to last the life of the device, but in cases where the battery has
reached its effective end of life, it may be replaced with the MVP-BP-52 Battery Pack Kit (FG5966-20).
To replace the battery:
1. Shut down the device.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Two of the screws are at each of the upper corners of the device, underneath screw covers.
Remove the screw covers to access the screws.
Lift up the kickstand to reach the remaining three screws.
IR emitter panel
Upper screw covers
Lower screws
Kickstand
FIG. 90 Screw placement at the back of the MVP-5200i- GW
3. Carefully remove the back of the device, making sure not to dislodge the IR emitter panel.
5. Connect the new battery, making sure to seat fully the battery’s female connector to the male
connector in the device. Use a clean, nonconductive stick or probe to seat the connectors.
6. Install the new battery, making sure that the label faces outward and the battery connector wiring
runs to the left (FIG. 91). Make sure that the excess battery wiring fits in the space to the bottom left
of the battery.
Excess battery wiring
Battery
Female connector
FIG. 91 Battery installation and connection diagram
7. Reattach the back of the device.
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8. Insert the five screws and replace the screw covers atop the two upper screws, using the replacement
upper screw covers included in the Battery Pack Kit.
9. Restart the device to confirm that the new battery is functioning correctly.
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Appendix A: Text Formatting
Appendix A: Text Formatting
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 are entered into the text field along with any other text.
The following is a code list used for bargraphs:
Bargraph Text Code Inputs
Code
Bargraph
Multi-State Bargraph
$P
Display the current percentage of the
bargraph (derived from the Adjusted
Level Value as it falls between the
Range Values)
Display the current percentage of the
bargraph (derived from the Adjusted
Level Value as it falls between the
Range Values)
$V
$L
$H
$S
$A
Raw Level Value
Range Low Value
Range High Value
N/A
Raw Level Value
Range Low Value
Range High Value
Current State
Adjusted Level Value (Range Low Value Adjusted Level Value (Range Low Value
subtracted from the Raw Level Value)
subtracted from the Raw Level Value)
$R
$$
Low Range subtracted from the High
Range
Low Range subtracted from the High
Range
Dollar sign
Dollar sign
By changing the text on a button (via a VT command), you can modify the codes on a button. When one
of the Text Formatting Codes is encountered by the firmware, it is replaced with the correct value. These
values are derived from the following operations:
Formatting Code Operations
Code
$P
Operation
(Current Value - Range Low Value / Range High Value - Range Low Value) x 100
Current Level Value
$V
$L
Range Low Value
$H
Range High Value
$S
Current State (if regular bargraph then resolves to nothing)
Current Value - Range Low Value
Range High Value - Range Low Value
$A
$R
Given a current raw level value of 532, a range low value of 500, and a high range value of 600, the
following text formatting codes would yield the following strings as shown in the table below:
Example
Format
Display
$P%
32%
$A out of $R
$A of 0 - $R
$V of $L - $H
32 out of 100
32 of 0 - 100
532 of 500 - 600
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Text Area Input Masking
Text Area Input Masking may 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; with input masking, this limit could be changed to 5 mandatory numerical digits and 4
optional numerical digits. A possible use for this feature is to enter information into form fields. The
purpose of this feature is to:
• Force the use of correct type of characters (i.e. numbers vs. characters)
• Limit the number of characters in a text area
• Suggest proper format with fixed characters
• Right to Left
• Required or Optional
• Change/Force a Case
• Create multiple logical fields
• Specify range of characters/number for each field
With this feature, it is not necessary to:
• Limit the user to a choice of selections
• Handle complex input tasks such as names, days of the week, or month by name
• Perform complex validation such as Subnet Mask validation
Input mask character types
These character types define what information is allowed to be entered in any specific instance. The
following table lists what characters in an input mask will define what characters are allowed in any
given position.
Character Types
Character Masking Rule
0
9
#
L
?
A
a
&
C
Digit (0 to 9, entry required, plus [+] and minus [-] signs not allowed)
Digit or space (entry not required, plus and minus signs not allowed)
Digit or space (entry not required; plus and minus signs allowed)
Letter (A to Z, entry required)
Letter (A to Z, entry optional)
Letter or digit (entry required)
Letter or digit (entry optional)
Any character or a space (entry required)
Any character or a space (entry optional)
The number of the above characters used determines the length of the input masking
box. Example: 0000 requires an entry, requires digits to be used, and allows only 4
characters to be entered/used.
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Refer to the following Send_Commands for more detailed information:
• ^BMFsubcommand %MK - sets the input mask of a text area (see the
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.
Input Mask Ranges
Character Meaning
[
]
|
Start range
End range
Range Separator
An example from the above table:
[0|255] This allows a user to enter a value from 0 to 255.
Input mask next field characters
These characters allow you to specify a list of characters that cause the keyboard to move the focus to the
next field when pressed, instead of inserting the text into the text area.
Input Mask Next Field Char
Character Meaning
{
}
Start Next Field List
End Next Field List
An example from the above table:
{.} or {:} or {.:} Proceed to the next text area input box after a user hits any of these keys.
Input mask operations
Input Mask Operators change the behavior of the field in the following way:
Input Mask Operators
Character Meaning
<
>
^
Forces all characters to be converted to lowercase
Forces all characters to be converted to uppercase
Sets the overflow flag for this field
Input mask literals
To define a literal character, enter any character, other than those shown in the above table (including
spaces, and symbols). A back-slash ('\') causes the character that follows it to be displayed as the literal
character. For example, \A is displayed just as the letter A. To define one of the following characters as a
literal character, precede that character with a back-slash. Text entry operation using Input Masks.
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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, backspace, and delete keys.
When operating with a mask, the mask should be displayed with placeholders. The "-" character should
display where you should enter a character. The arrow keys will move between the "-" characters and
allow you to replace them. The text entry code operates as if it is in the overwrite mode. If the cursor is
positioned on a character already entered and you type in a new (and valid) character, the new character
replaces the old character. There is no shifting of characters.
When working with ranges specified by the [] mask, the keyboard allows you to enter a number between
the values listed in the ranges. If a user enters a value that is larger than the maximum, the maximum
number of right-most characters is used to create a new, acceptable value.
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Example 1: If you type "125" into a field accepting 0-100, then the values displayed will be
"1", "12", "25".
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Example 2: If the max for the field was 20, then the values displayed will
be "1", "12", "5".
When data overflows from a numerical field, the overflow value is added to the previous field on the
chain if the overflow character was specified. In the above example, if the overflow flag was set, the first
example will place the "1" into the previous logical field and the second example will place "12" in the
previous logical field. If the overflow field already contains a value, the new value will be inserted to the
right of the current characters and the overflow field will be evaluated. Overflow continues to work until
a field with no overflow value is set or no more fields remain (i.e. reached first field).
If a character is typed and that character appears in the Next Field list, the keyboard should move the
focus to the next field. For example, when entering time, a ":" is used as a next field character. If you
enter "1:2", the 1 is entered in the current field (hours) and then the focus is moved to the next field and 2
is entered in that field.
When entering time in a 12-hour format, entry of AM and PM is required. Instead of adding AM/PM to
the input mask specification, the AM/PM should be handled within the NetLinx code. This allows a
programmer to show/hide and provide discrete feedback for AM and PM.
Input mask output examples
The following are some common input masking examples:
Output Examples
Common Name
IP Address Quad
Hour
Input Mask
[0|255]{.}
Input
Any value from 0 to 255
Any value from 1 to 12
Any value from 0 to 59
Any value from 0 to 29
(555) 555-5555
[1|12]{:}
Minute/Second
Frames
[0|59]{:}
[0|29]{:}
Phone Numbers
Zip Code
(999) 000-0000
00000-9999
75082-4567
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URL Resources
A URL can be broken into several parts. For example, with the URL http://www.amx.com/company-info-
home.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. The
information normally resides in a file, but it could be generated dynamically. This component of the
URL is called the file component, even though the information is not necessarily in a file.
A URL can optionally specify a port, which is the port number to which the TCP/IP connection is made
on the remote host machine. If the port is not specified, the default port for the protocol is used instead.
For example, the default port for http is 80. An alternative port could be specified as: http://
www.amx.com:8080/company-info-home.asp.
Any legal HTTP syntax can be used.
Special escape sequences
The system has only a limited knowledge of URL formats, as it transparently passes the URL
information onto the server for translation. A user can then pass any parameters to the server side
programs such as CGI scripts or active server pages. However; the system will parse the URL looking
for special escape codes. When it finds an escape code, it replaces that code with a particular piece of
panel, button, or state information. For example, "http://www.amx.com/img.asp?device=$DV" would
become http://www.amx.com/img.asp?device=10001. Other used escape sequences include:
Escape Sequences
Sequence
$DV
$SY
$IP
Panel Information
Device Number
System Number
IP Address
$HN
$MC
$ID
Host Name
Mac Address
Neuron ID
$PX
$PY
$BX
$BY
$BN
$ST
X Resolution of current panel mode/file
Y Resolution of current panel mode/file
X Resolution of current button
Y Resolution of current button
Name of button
Current state
$AC
$AP
$CC
$CP
$LC
Address Code
Address Port
Channel Code
Channel Port
Level Code
$LP
Level Port
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Appendix B: Wireless Technology
Appendix B: Wireless Technology
Overview of Wireless Technology
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802.11b/2.4 GHz and 802.11a/5 GHz are the two major WLAN standards and both operate
using radio frequency (RF) technology. Together the two standards are together called Wi-Fi
and operate in frequency bands of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz respectively.
The 802.11b specification was the first to be finalized and reach the marketplace. The actual
throughput obtained from an 802.11b network will typically be between 4 and 5 Mbps.
Because of the higher frequency (and thus shorter wavelength) that they use, 802.11a signals
have a much tougher time penetrating solid objects like walls, floors, and ceilings. As a result,
the price for 802.11a's higher speed is not only a shorter range but also a weaker and less
consistent signal.
802.11g provides increased bandwidth at 54 Mbps. As part of the IEEE 802.11g specification,
when throughput cannot be maintained, this card will automatically switch algorithms in
order to maintain the highest spread possible at a given distance. In addition, 802.11g can also
step down to utilize 802.11b algorithms and also maintain a connection at longer distances.
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IP Routing is a 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. In the event that the
wired network was not configured, then the default route for all network traffic will be via the
wireless network. The wired network connection always takes priority.
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Example: Imagine a panel connected to the two networks A & B. A is the wired network
and B is the wireless network. If the Master controller is on either of these networks, then
it will be reached. However if the Master controller is on a different network, C, then the
gateway determines which network interface (wired or wireless) will be used.
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Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are the cornerstone of any wireless network. A WAP acts as
a bridge between a wired and wireless network. It aggregates the traffic from all wireless
clients and forwards it down the network to the switch or router. One WAP may be all that is
necessary for a standard installation. However, more WAPs may be needed, depending on the
size of the installation, its layout, and its construction.
ꢀ Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) Security is a method by which WLANs protect wireless
data streams. A data stream encrypted with WEP can still be intercepted or eavesdropped
upon, but the encryption makes the data unintelligible to the interloper. The strength of WEP
is measured by the length of the key used to encrypt the data. The longer the key, the harder it
is to crack.
802.11b implementations provided 64-bit and 128-bit WEP keys. This is known respectively
as 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption. 64-bit is generally not regarded as adequate security
protection. Both key lengths are supported by the Modero product line.
Whichever level of WEP used, using identical settings is crucial (CASE SENSITIVE)--the
key length, and the key itself-- on all devices. Only devices with common WEP settings will
be able to communicate. Similarly, if one device has WEP enabled and another does no, they
will not be able to talk to each other.
Although the calculations required to encrypt data with WEP can impact the performance of
your wireless network, this impact is generally only seen when running benchmarks, and is
not large enough to be noticeable in the course of normal network usage.
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Terminology
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802.1x
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IEEE 802.1x is an IEEE standard that is built on the Internet standard EAP
(Extensible Authentication Protocol). 802.1x is a standard for passing EAP
messages over either a wired or wireless LAN. Additionally, 802.1x is also
responsible for communicating the method with which WAPs and wireless users can
share and change encryption keys. This continuous key change helps resolve any
major security vulnerabilities native to WEP.
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AES
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Short for Advanced Encryption Standard, is a cipher currently approved by the NSA
to protect US Government documents classified as Top Secret. The AES cipher is
the first cipher protecting Top Secret information available to the general public.
CERTIFICATES (CA)
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A certificate can have many forms, but at the most basic level, a certificate is an
identity combined with a public key, and then signed by a certification authority. The
certificate authority (CA) is a trusted external third party which "signs" or validates
the certificate. When a certificate has been signed, it gains some cryptographic
properties. AMX supports the following security certificates within three different
formats:
- PEM (Privacy Enhanced Mail)
- DER (Distinguished Encoding Rules)
- PKCS12 (Public Key Cryptography Standard #12)
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Typical certificate information can include the following items:
- Certificate Issue Date
- Extensions
- Issuer
- Public Key
- Serial Number
- Signature Algorithm
- User
- Version
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MIC
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Short for Message Integrity Check, this prevents forged packets from being sent.
Through WEP, it was possible to alter a packet whose content was known even if it
had not been decrypted.
TKIP
Short for Temporal Key Integration, this is part of the IEEE 802.11i encryption
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standard for wireless LANs. TKIP provides a per-packet key mixing, message
integrity check and re-keying mechanism, thus ensuring that every data packet is
sent with its own unique encryption key. Key mixing increases the complexity of
decoding the keys by giving the hacker much less data that has been encrypted using
any one key.
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WEP
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Short for Wired Equivalent Privacy, WEP is a scheme used to secure wireless
networks (Wi-Fi). A wireless network broadcasts messages using radio which are
particularly susceptible to hacker attacks. WEP was intended to provide the
confidentiality and security comparable to that of a traditional wired network. As a
result of identified weaknesses in this scheme, WEP was superseded by Wi-Fi
Protected Access (WPA), and then by the full IEEE 802.11i standard (also known as
WPA2).
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WPA
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Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2) is a class of system used to secure
wireless (Wi-Fi) computer networks. It was created in response to several serious
weaknesses researchers had found in the previous WEP system. WPA implements
the majority of the IEEE 802.11i standard, and was intended as an intermediate
measure to take the place of WEP while 802.11i was prepared (WPA2).
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WPA is designed to work with all wireless network interface cards, but not
necessarily with first generation wireless access points.
To resolve problems with WEP, the Wi-Fi Alliance released WPA (FIG. 92), which
integrated 802.1x, TKIP and MIC. Within the WPA specifications, the RC4 cipher
engine was maintained from WEP. RC4 is widely used in SSL (Secure Socket
Layer) to protect internet traffic.
FIG. 92 WPA Overview
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WPA2
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Also know as IEEE 802.11i, this is an amendment to the 802.11 standard specifying
security mechanisms for wireless networks. The 802.11i scheme makes use of the
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) block cipher; WEP and WPA use the RC4
stream cipher.
The 802.11i architecture contains the following components: 802.1X for
authentication (entailing the use of EAP and an authentication server), RSN for
keeping track of associations, and AES-based CCMP to provide confidentiality,
integrity and origin authentication.
WPA2 implements the full standard, but will not work with some older network
cards. Both provide good security, with two significant issues:
- either WPA or WPA2 must be enabled and chosen in preference to WEP.
WEP is usually presented as the first security choice in most
installation instructions.
- in the "Personal" mode, the most likely choice for homes and small offices,
a passphrase is required that, for full security, must be longer than the
typical 6 to 8 character passwords users are taught to employ.
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With the RC4 released to the general public, the IEEE implemented the Advanced
Encryption Standard (AES) as the cipher engine for 802.11i, which the Wi-Fi
Alliance has branded as WPA2 (FIG. 93).
FIG. 93 WPA2 Overview
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EAP Authentication
EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is an Enterprise authentication protocol that can be used in
both a wired and wireless network environment. EAP requires the use of an 802.1x Authentication
Server, also known as a RADIUS server. Although over 40 different EAP methods are currently defined,
the current internal Modero 802.11g wireless card and accompanying firmware only support the
following EAP methods (listed from simplest to most complex):
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EAP-LEAP (Cisco Light EAP)
EAP-FAST (Cisco Flexible Authentication via Secure Tunneling, a.k.a. LEAPv2)
The following use certificates:
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EAP-PEAP (Protected EAP)
EAP-TTLS (Tunneled Transport Layer Security)
EAP-TLS (Transport Layer Security)
EAP requires the use of an 802.1x authentication server (also known as a RADIUS server). Sophisticated
Access Points (such as Cisco) can use a built-in RADIUS server. The most common RADIUS servers
used in wireless networks today are:
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Microsoft Sever 2003
Juniper Odyssey (once called Funk Odyssey)
Meetinghouse AEGIS Server
DeviceScape RADIUS Server
Cisco Secure ACS
EAP characteristics
The following table outlines the differences among the various EAP Methods from most secure (at the
top of the list) to the least secure (at the bottom of the list):
EAP Method Characteristics
Method:
Credential Type:
Authentication:
Pros:
Cons:
EAP-TLS
• Certificates
• Certificate is based on a
two-way authentication
• Highest
Security
• Difficult to
deploy
EAP-TTLS
EAP-PEAP
• Certificates
• Client authentication is
done via password and
certificates
• High Security
• Moderately
difficult to
deploy
• Fixed Passwords
• One-time passwords
(tokens)
• Server authentication is
done via certificates
• Certificates
• Client authentication is
done via password and
certificates
• High Security
• Moderately
difficult to
deploy
• Fixed Passwords
• One-time passwords
(tokens)
• Server authentication is
done via certificates
EAP-LEAP
EAP-FAST
• Certificates
• Authentication is based on • Easy
• Susceptible to
dictionary
attacks
MS-CHAP and
deployment
• Fixed Passwords
MS-CHAPv2
authentication protocols
• One-time passwords
(tokens)
• Certificates
• N/A
• N/A
• N/A
• Fixed Passwords
• One-time passwords
(tokens)
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EAP communication overview
EAP Authentication goes a step beyond just encrypting data transfers, but also requires that a set of
credentials be validated before the client (panel) is allowed to connect to the rest of the network
(FIG. 94). Below is a description of this process. It is important to note that no user intervention is
necessary during this process. It proceeds automatically based on the configuration parameters entered
into the panel.
LAN
802.1x
(EAP Over Wireless)
Authentication Server
Client - Panel
Authenticator
(Wireless Access Point)
(RADIUS Server)
(Supplicant)
FIG. 94 EAP security method in process
1. The client (panel) establishes a wireless connection with the WAP specified by the SSID.
2. The WAP opens up a tunnel between itself and the RADIUS server configured via the access point.
This tunnel means that packets can flow between the panel and the RADIUS server but nowhere
else. The network is protected until authentication of the client (panel) is complete and the ID of
the client is verified.
3. The WAP (Authenticator) sends an "EAP-Request/Identity" message to the panel as soon as the
wireless connection becomes active.
4. The panel then sends a "EAP-Response/Identity" message through the WAP to the RADIUS server
providing its identity and specifying which EAP type it wants to use. If the server does not support
the EAP type, then it sends a failure message back to the WAP which will then disconnect the panel.
As an example, EAP-FAST is only supported by the Cisco server.
5. If the EAP type is supported, the server then sends a message back to the client (panel) indicating
what information it needs. This can be as simple as a username (Identity) and password or as
complex as multiple CA certificates.
6. The panel then responds with the requested information. If everything matches, and the panel
provides the proper credentials, the RADIUS server then sends a success message to the access
point instructing it to allow the panel to communicate with other devices on the network. At this
point, the WAP completes the process for allowing LAN Access to the panel (possibly a restricted
access based on attributes that came back from the RADIUS server).
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As an example, the WAP might switch the panel to a particular VLAN or install a set of
farewell rules.
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Appendix B: Wireless Technology
Configuring Modero Firmware via the USB Port
The MVP-5200i needs to be configured to connect with a PC to transfer firmware via the mini-USB port.
To configure the touch panel:
Step 1: Configure the panel for a USB Connection Type
1. After completing the installation of the USB driver (for more information, refer to the Upgrading
large Type-A USB connector to the PC's USB port, and restart your computer.
2. After the panel powers up, hold the reset button to display the Setup Page (for more information,
Protected Setup page.
3. Press System Settings to open the System Settings page.
4. Toggle the blue Type field in the Master Connection section until the choice cycles to USB.
ALL fields are then greyed out and read-only. However, they 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 Reboot button both to save any changes and to 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. ONLY AFTER the unit displays the first panel page should you THEN insert the mini-USB
connector into the Mini-USB 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.
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If a few minutes have gone by and the System Connection icon still does not turn green,
complete the procedures in the following section to set up the Virtual Master and refresh the
System from the Online Tree. This action sends out a request to the panel to respond and
completes the communication, turning the System Connection icon green.
8. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to return to the System Settings page
Step 2: Prepare Studio for communication via the USB port
1. From the Start menu in Windows XP, open the Network Connections dialog (Start > Settings >
Network Connections > Local Area Connection).
2. Look for the Local Area Connection reading Local Area Connection, AMX USB Device Link and
double-click on it to open the Local Status.
3. Press the Properties tab to open the Local Area Connection Properties section.
4. Press the Properties button to open the TCP/IP Properties dialog box.
5. Set the IP address to an address within the same subnet as the panel IP address specified within the
USB IP settings of the panel. For instance, if the default IP address on the device is 12.0.0.2, set the
IP address to 12.0.0.1.
6. Set the Subnet Mask to 255.255.255.0.
7. In the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click OK.
8. In the Local Area Connection Properties, section, click Close.
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AMX Certificate Upload Utility
The Certificate Upload utility gives you the ability to compile a list of target touch panels, select a pre-
obtained certificate (uniquely identifying the panel), and then upload that file to the selected panel.
This application must be run from a local machine and should not be used from a
remote network location.
This application ensures that a unique certificate is securely uploaded to a specific touch panel.
Currently, the target panels must be capable of supporting the WPA-PSK and EAP-XXX wireless
security formats.
The Certificate Upload utility supports the following capabilities:
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Ability to browse both a local and network drive to find a desired certificate file.
Ability to create a list of target AMX G4 touch panels based on IP Addresses.
Ability to display the IP Address of the local computer hosting the application.
Ability to load a previously created list of target touch panels.
Ability to save the current list of target Modero panel as a file.
Ability to track the progress of the certificate upload by noting the current data size being
transmitted and any associated error messages (if any).
The Certificate Upload Utility recognizes the following certificate file types:
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CER (Certificate File)
DER (Distinguished Encoding Rules)
PEM (Privacy Enhanced Mail)
PFX (Normal Windows generated certificate)
PVK (Private Key file)
How to Upload a Certificate File
1. Install the latest AMX USB LAN LINK driver onto your computer by installing the latest versions
of either TPDesign4 or NetLinx Studio2. This USB driver prepares your computer for proper
communication with the MVP-5200i.
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Refer to Step 1 from within the Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x and select Settings > Master
Communication Settings from the Main menu to open the Master Communication Settings
dialog (FIG. 80). If this is the first time the device needs to be configured, refer to the
2. Access the target panel's Protected Setup firmware page and configure the USB communication
parameters.
3. With the panel successfully communicating with the target computer, launch the Certificate Upload
Utility.
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Familiarize yourself with the Certificate Utility User Interface options.
4. Locate your certificate file by using the Browse button and navigating to the desired file type.
5. Use the drop-down arrow in the Local Address field to select direct communication through the
USB port.
6. Select the 10.XX.XX.1 IP Address that corresponds to the virtual IP Address assigned to the USB
connection port on the computer.
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7. Navigate to the Add IP Address field at the bottom-right of the interface and enter a value of 1
greater than the virtual USB IP Address.
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For example: If the virtual USB IP Address is 10.0.0.1, then add an address for the directly
connected panel of 10.0.0.2. This is one greater than the USB address value detected by the
utility.
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A certificate may be sent to ONLY ONE directly connected panel via USB. Use the
Ethernet port’s IP Address to send a server certificate to multiple panel targets.
8. Select the IP Address which corresponds to the local computer's Ethernet address.
9. Navigate to the Add IP Address field (bottom-right of the interface) and enter the IP Addresses of
the various target touch panels.
10. Click the Add button to complete the entry and add the new IP Address to the listing of available
device IP Addresses. Repeat this process for all subsequent device IP Addresses.
11. Once the list is complete, click on the File drop-down menu and select the Save option. This
launches a Save dialog to assign a name to the current list of addresses and then save the
information as a TXT (text) file to a known location.
This application must be run from a local machine and should not be used from a
remote network location.
12. Select the target devices to be uploaded with the selected certificate. These may be:
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individually selected by toggling the box next to the Send entry (with the Type column).
selected as a group by clicking on the Check All radio box located at the top of the device IP
Address listing.
13. When ready to send the certificate file to the selected panels, click the Send button to initiate the
upload.
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Once the Status field for each entry reads Done, the upload was successfully completed.
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Appendix C: Troubleshooting
Appendix C: Troubleshooting
This section describes the solutions to possible hardware/firmware issues that could arise during the
common operation of a Modero touch panel.
Panel Doesn’t Respond To Touches
Symptom: The device either does not respond to touches on the touch screen or does not register the
touch as being in the correct area of the screen.
If the screen is off:
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The device may be in Standby Mode. Press and hold the navigation wheel to wake up the
panel.
The device may be in Shutdown Mode. Press and hold the center button on the navigation
wheel until the device turns on.
The device battery may be drained. Place the device into a Table Charging Station or a Wall
Charging Station, or connect it to its included power source to recharge the battery.
If the screen is on:
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The protective laminate coating may still be on the LCD. Verify that the coating on the LCD
is removed before beginning any calibration process. The protective cover makes calibration
difficult because the device cannot calibrate on specific crosshairs when the sheet is pressing
on the whole LCD.
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The previous calibration may be off. Reset the device calibration, as explained in the
Battery Will Not Hold Or Take A Charge
Symptom: The battery will not hold or take a charge and shows no indication of charging, either on the
bargraphs or in the Battery Setup page.
To keep the battery from being damaged from operating at too low a level, the firmware places it into a
protected state.
The panel must have the latest firmware. If it doesn’t, the firmware can be found at www.amx.com
Dealers/Tech Center > Firmware Files.> Modero.
1. Load the firmware into the panel, using NetLinx Studio.
2. After loading the firmware, power cycle the MVP (this is a complete power cycle, not a Reboot).
The panel will now show the current firmware version within the Setup > Panel Information page.
3. Connect the power supply to the panel. You will see 2 warning messages on the display.
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The first one warns that the battery is low and must be charged.
The second warning tells you that the battery is in a protected mode.
4. Wait a few minutes and then check the Battery Settings page on the device to see any charging
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The "Sensor" device in the Online Tree tab below the MVP panel should show v1.24 or higher after
the upgrade, as shown in FIG. 95:
FIG. 95 "Sensor" device in the Online Tree tab
MVP-5200i Isn’t Appearing In The Online Tree Tab
1. Verify that the System number is the same on both the NetLinx Project Navigator window and the
System Settings page on the device.
2. Verify the proper NetLinx Master IP and connection methods entered into the Master Connection
section of the System Settings page.
MVP Can’t Obtain a DHCP Address
In requesting a DHCP Address, the DHCP Server can take up to a few minutes to provide the address.
1. Verify that the WAP is configured to match the MVP panel Network Name (SSID) field,
Encryption, Default Key, and Current Key string.
Remember that the Passphrase generator on the panel does not produce the same
Current Key if using the same passphrase on the WAP.
2. In NetLinx Studio, select Diagnostics > Network Address and verify the System number.
3. If the IP Address field is still empty, give the device a few minutes to negotiate a DHCP Address and
try again.
My WEP Doesn’t Seem To Be Working
WEP will not work unless the same default key is set on both the panel and the Wireless Access Point
(WAP).
For example, if the access point was set to default WEP key 4 (which was 01:02:03:04:05), the Modero’s
Default WEP key 4 must be set to 01:02:03:04:05.
NetLinx Studio Only Detects One Of My Connected Masters
Each Master is given a Device Address of 00000.
Only one Master can be assigned to a particular System number. If you want to work with multiple
Masters, open different instances of NetLinx Studio and assign each Master its own System value.
Example: A site has an NXC-ME260/64 and an NI-4000. In order to work with both units. The ME260
can be assigned System #1 and the NI-4000 can then be assigned System #2 using two open sessions of
NetLinx Studio v 2.x.
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Can’t Connect To a NetLinx Master
Symptom: I can’t seem to connect to a NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio 2.
Select Settings > Master Comm Settings > Communication Settings > Settings (for TCP/IP), and
uncheck the "Automatically Ping the Master Controller to ensure availability".
The pinging is to determine if the Master is available and to reply with a connection failure instantly if it
is not. Without using the ping feature, a connection may still be attempted, but a failure will take longer
to be recognized.
If you are trying to connect to a Master controller that is behind a firewall, you may
have to uncheck this option. Most firewalls will not allow ping requests to pass
through for security reasons.
When connecting to a NetLinx Master controller via TCP/IP, the program will first try to ping the
controller before attempting a connection. Pinging a device is relatively fast and will determine if the
device is off-line, or if the TCP/IP address that was entered was incorrect.
If you decide not to ping for availability and the controller is off-line, or you have an incorrect TCP/IP
address, the program will try for 30-45 seconds to establish a connection.
Only One Modero Panel In My System Shows Up
Symptom: I have more than one Modero panel connected to my System Master and only one shows up.
Multiple NetLinx Compatible devices, such as MVP panels, can be associated for use with a single
Master. Each panel comes with a defaulted Device Number value of 10001. When using multiple panels,
different Device Number values have to be assigned to each panel.
1. Press and hold the two lower buttons on both sides of the display for 3 seconds to open the Setup
page.
2. Press the Protected Setup button (located on the lower-left of the panel page), enter 1988 into the
on-screen Keypad’s password field, and press Done when finished.
3. Enter a Device Number value for the panel into the Device Number Keypad. The default is 10001
and the range is from 1 - 32000.
Panel Behaves Strangely After Downloading A Panel File Or Firmware
Symptom: After downloading a panel file or firmware to a G4 device, the panel behaves strangely.
If the panel already contains a large enough file, subsequent downloads will take up more space than is
available and could often corrupt the Compact Flash. The demo file that typically ships with G4 panels is
one such file.
Symptoms include:
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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.
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Panel will not boot, or gets stuck on "AMX" splash screen.
Other problems also started after downloading to a new panel or a panel with a TPD4 file that takes up a
considerable amount of the available Compact Flash.
1. DO NOT download TPD4 files (of large size) over the demo pages, or any other large TPD4 file.
2. First download a small blank one page file to the G4 panel using the Normal Transfer option to
send/download the page.
3. Reboot the device.
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4. Do your regular file or firmware download.
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