Operation/Reference Guide
Modero NXD-1000Vi
®
G4 Touch Panels
10” Modero Widescreen Video Touch Panels
with Full Duplex Intercom
Last Revised: 1/07/2009
Touch Panels
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC rules. 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:
•
•
•
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.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................1
NXD-1000Vi Specifications....................................................................................... 3
Product Specifications ............................................................................................. 8
Installing the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET.......................................................................... 8
Installing the Internal Components......................................................................... 25
Pre-Wall Installation of the Conduit Box................................................................. 28
Installing the NXD panel within a Conduit Box ............................................................. 29
Installing the NXD into drywall using Expansion Clips.................................................. 31
Installing the NXD into a Flat Surface using #4 screws ................................................. 33
Preparing captive wires................................................................................................. 37
Wiring a power connection ........................................................................................... 37
Audio/Video Port: Connections and Wiring............................................................ 38
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring........................................................ 38
USB Port: Connecting and Using Input Devices...................................................... 39
Panel Calibration ..............................................................................................41
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Testing your Calibration................................................................................................ 42
Accessing the Setup and Protected Setup Pages.......................................................... 43
Setting the Panel’s Device Number............................................................................... 44
Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview ............................................... 44
Hot Swapping................................................................................................................ 44
Step 1: Configure the Panel’s Wireless IP Settings................................................. 45
Wireless communication using a DHCP Address ........................................................... 45
Wireless communication using a Static IP Address........................................................ 46
Using the Site Survey tool............................................................................................. 46
Automatically set SSID .................................................................................................. 51
Manually set SSID.......................................................................................................... 52
Prepare your PC for USB communication with the panel .............................................. 56
Configure the panel for USB communication ................................................................ 56
Configure a Virtual NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio............................................. 57
Ethernet ........................................................................................................................ 59
Master Connection to a Virtual Master via Ethernet ..................................................... 59
Using G4 Web Control to Interact with a G4 Panel ................................................ 62
Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel ............................................... 64
Step 1: Configure the panel for a USB Connection Type .............................................. 67
Step 1: Prepare the Master for communication via an IP .............................................. 71
Step 2: Prepare the panel for communication via an IP................................................. 72
Step 3: Verify and Upgrade the panel firmware via an IP ............................................. 73
Firmware Pages and Descriptions ....................................................................75
Setup Navigation Buttons....................................................................................... 75
Protected Setup Page ................................................................................................... 75
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Information ............................................................................................................. 77
Project Information Page .............................................................................................. 78
Panel Information Page................................................................................................. 79
Time & Date Setup Page............................................................................................... 81
Volume Page................................................................................................................. 82
Supported sampling rates for WAV .............................................................................. 84
Video Adjustment Page ................................................................................................ 84
Protected Setup Navigation Buttons...................................................................... 86
System Settings Page.................................................................................................... 89
Wireless Settings Page.................................................................................................. 91
Secondary Connection Page ......................................................................................... 94
Wireless Security Page.................................................................................................. 94
Open (Clear Text) Settings............................................................................................ 95
Static WEP Settings....................................................................................................... 96
WPA-PSK Settings......................................................................................................... 98
EAP-LEAP Settings...................................................................................................... 100
EAP-FAST Settings...................................................................................................... 102
EAP-PEAP Settings...................................................................................................... 104
EAP-TTLS Settings....................................................................................................... 106
EAP-TLS Settings......................................................................................................... 108
Client certificate configuration.................................................................................... 109
Calibration Page.......................................................................................................... 111
G4 Web Control Page................................................................................................. 112
Sensor Setup............................................................................................................... 114
Image Caching Page.................................................................................................... 118
Setting the image cache.............................................................................................. 120
Clearing the image cache............................................................................................ 120
Checking image cache status ...................................................................................... 120
Password Setup Page.................................................................................................. 120
SIP Settings Page........................................................................................................ 121
Tools..................................................................................................................... 123
Panel Logs Page.......................................................................................................... 123
Checking the Panel Connection Logs.......................................................................... 124
Refreshing the Panel Connections Log........................................................................ 124
Clearing the Panel Connections Log ........................................................................... 124
Panel Statistics Page ................................................................................................... 124
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Refreshing the Panel Statistics .................................................................................... 126
Clearing the Panel Statistics........................................................................................ 126
Connection Utility Page............................................................................................... 126
Using the Connection Utility........................................................................................ 128
EAP Security & Server Certificates .................................................................129
Full Duplex Intercom ......................................................................................131
Incorporating an intercom capable panel into your NetLinx
Setting the Intercom Session Timeout......................................................................... 132
Setting Intercom Auto Answer.................................................................................... 132
Advanced Setup.......................................................................................................... 133
Allowing a panel to be monitored............................................................................... 133
Allowing a panel to monitor........................................................................................ 134
Naming a panel ........................................................................................................... 134
Sample Intercom Page.......................................................................................... 135
Answering an incoming call......................................................................................... 137
Page Commands................................................................................................... 139
Font styles and ID numbers......................................................................................... 147
Border styles and Programming numbers ................................................................... 148
Text Effects Names............................................................................................... 169
Embedded codes.................................................................................................. 186
Panel Setup Commands........................................................................................ 187
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SIP Commands...................................................................................................... 193
Appendix A ....................................................................................................199
Text Formatting Codes for Bargraphs/Joysticks................................................... 199
Input mask character types ......................................................................................... 200
Input mask ranges....................................................................................................... 201
Input mask next field characters ................................................................................. 201
Input mask operations................................................................................................. 201
Input mask literals....................................................................................................... 201
Input mask output examples....................................................................................... 202
Special escape sequences ........................................................................................... 203
Appendix B - Wireless Technology .................................................................205
EAP characteristics...................................................................................................... 209
EAP communication overview..................................................................................... 210
Step 1: Setup the Panel and PC for USB Communication ........................................... 211
Step 2: Confirm the Installation of the USB Driver on the PC ..................................... 212
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................217
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Introduction
Introduction
industry’s first widescreen mini-touch panels and are available only through AMX.
FIG. 1 Sample 10" Video Touch Panel
These Color Video (CV) panels display NTSC/PAL/SECAM video formats within variable sized
windows. They include a built-in microphone, speaker, audio/headphone connector, and two NetLinx
programmable pushbuttons (available on NXD models only when mounted with included Button Trim
Ring).
Each panel is sold only as part of a kit which includes both a panel and an NXA-AVB/ETHERNET
Audio/Video Breakout Box (FG2254-10). This box facilitates the installation and distribution of video
(either Composite or S-Video), data (via Ethernet), and audio to Modero touch panels located up to 200
feet (60.96 m) from the breakout box. NXD-1000Vi panels are ideally suited for displaying full motion
video and audio with overlay graphics for applications with demanding visual requirements.
NXD-1000Vi 10" Widescreen Video Touch Panel Kits
NXD-1000Vi
10" Widescreen Color Video Wall Mount Touch Panel Kit (with buttons)
(FG2259-04)
(includes both an NXD panel and an NXA-AVB/ETHERNET A/V Breakout Box).
The NXD-1000Vi panel (FG2259-04) is shipped, by default with a Trim Ring
containing buttons, but the end user can later install the included Trim Ring without
button openings.
Key features include:
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NXD-1000Vi panels are based on the latest display technology and support AMX's 4th
generation (G4) graphics which provide higher brightness, richer colors, and deeper contrast.
The new G4 graphics technology is supported by the latest AMX TPDesign4 Touch Panel
Design program.
ꢀ NXD-1000Vi panels display eye-catching images and full-motion video on a large 16:9 image
format, while providing a wide 95-degree top-to-bottom viewing angle.
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NXD-1000Vi panels feature a front panel light sensor, motion sensor, IR receiver and a Sleep/
Setup Access combo button.
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NXD-1000Vi panels are field upgradeable to 802.11g communication via the installation of
the new NXA-WC8011GCF Wi-Fi Card Kit (FG2255-07).
NXD-1000Vi panels support AMX Computer Control, which enables remote viewing and
control of any networked computer directly from the panel. This gives the user the ability to
launch digital music from a PC, cruise the Internet, check and respond to E-mail, open
software files, and launch applications. Anything you can do on your PC can be accomplished
through these panels.
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The optional wireless solution includes an NXA-WC80211GCF internal Wi-Fi card that
allows the NXD-1000Vi to communicate with a NetLinx Master via a standard 802.11g
Wireless Access Point, and an NXA-BASE/1 battery base kit that allows the NXT to function
off the charge from the included single NXT-BP battery.
NXD-1000Vi panels feature programmable firmware that can be upgraded via either the
Ethernet port, wireless interface card, or the mini-USB port.
Trim ring - 60-2259-05
Microphone
Programmable
Speaker
Programmable
pushbutton/LED
pushbutton/LED
Sleep button
FIG. 2 NXD-1000Vi (front views)
The Button Trim Ring is factory installed only on the FG2259-04.
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NXD-1000Vi Specifications
The following table outlines the specifications for the 10" Widescreen Modero panels.
Specifications for 10" Widescreen Video Touch Panels
Dimensions (HWD):
• NXA-RK10(optional): metal rack-mount with black matte finish:
(5 RU - rack units high)
8.72" x 19.0" x 0.50" (22.15 cm x 48.26 cm x 1.27 cm)
• NXD-1000Vi (with faceplate): 7.96" x 11.16" x 3.32"
(20.22 cm x 28.34 cm x 8.43 cm)
• CB-TP10 Conduit/Wallbox (optional): 9.23" x 10.90" x 3.40"
(23.44 cm x 27.69 cm x 8.64 cm)
Power Requirements
(stand-alone NXD-1000Vi):
• Constant current draw: 1.1 A @ 12 VDC
• Startup current draw: 1.6 A @ 12 VDC
• 64 MB SDRAM
Memory (factory default):
• 128 MB Compact Flash (upgradeable to 1 GB - factory programmed)
Weight (stand-alone):
Certifications:
2.65 lbs (1.20 kg)
• FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
• IEC60950
Panel LCD Parameters:
• Aspect ratio: 16 x 9
2
• Brightness (luminance): 350 cd/m
• Channel transparency: 8-bit Alpha blending
• Contrast ratio: 250:1
• Display colors: 256 thousand colors (18-bit color depth)
• Dot/pixel pitch: 0.28 mm
• Panel type: TFT Color Active-Matrix
• Screen resolution: 800 x 480 pixels (HV) @ 60 Hz frame frequency
• Video format: NTSC, PAL, and SECAM
• Viewing angle (95° total viewing angle):
Vertical: + 45° (up from center) and - 65° (down from center)
Active Viewing Area:
IR Reception Angle:
• 8.74” x 5.24” (22.20cm x 13.32cm)
• Horizontal: + 50° (left and right from center)
• Vertical: + 30° (up and down from center)
Supported Audio Sample
Rates:
• 48000Hz, 44100Hz, 32000Hz, 24000Hz, 22050Hz, 16000Hz, 12000Hz,
11025Hz, and 8000Hz.
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Specifications for 10" Widescreen Video Touch Panels (Cont.)
Front Panel Components:
Light sensor:
• Photosensitive light detector for automatic adjustment of the panel brightness
(a dim room results in a dimmer LCD display, and a bright room results in a
brighter LCD display).
Motion sensor (PIR):
• Proximity Infrared Detector to wake the panel when the panel is approached.
• Activation range: + 45° (left and right from center) and + 20° (up and down
from center).
IR Receiver:
• IR reception 38 KHz and 455 KHz IR frequencies.
• The IR receiver is located beneath the translucent Front Setup button. When
an IR code is detected it is sent to the NetLinx Master as a push on the
appropriate AMX IR channel.
• IR receivers and transmitters on G4 panels share the device address number
of the panel.
Front setup access button: • Provides both access to the Setup and Calibration page and toggles the
panel between a "sleep" or "wake" state.
- When wired, "sleep" status means the backlight is Off.
- When battery operated, wireless "sleep" status means the touch panel
base is either Off or "suspended".
Microphone:
• Used for intercom applications
(requires the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box for analog
communication)
Speaker:
LEDs:
• Single 2 watt speaker
• 2 blue LEDs (support On and Off)
- Both the LEDs and pushbuttons are only available when using the default
Button Trim Ring on the NXD panel.
Buttons:
• 2 programmable pushbuttons
Side Panel Components:
Mini-USB connector:
• 5-pin Mini-USB connector used for programming, firmware update, 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. Refer to the Configure the
information.
Stereo Output connector:
Ethernet 10/100 port:
• Stereo output through a 3.5mm mini-jack (for use with external speakers or
headphones).
• RJ-45 port for 10/100 Mbps communication. The Ethernet port automatically
negotiates the connection speed (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps), and whether to use
half duplex or full duplex mode.
• NXD-1000Vi panels communicate with the NetLinx Master using the ICSP
protocol over Ethernet.
Ethernet 10/100 LEDs:
USB connector:
• LEDs show communication activity and connection information:
A-activity - Yellow LED lights when receiving or transmitting Ethernet data
packets.
L-link - Green LED lights when the Ethernet cables are connected and
terminated correctly.
• Type-A USB port can connect an external keyboard or mouse device for use
with Virtual PC applications.
Note: External USB input devices (keyboard or mouse) must be plugged into
the rear/side USB connector before the unit is powered-up. The panel will not
detect these USB input devices until the unit cycles power.
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Specifications for 10" Widescreen Video Touch Panels (Cont.)
Side Panel Components
(Cont.):
Audio/Video connector:
• RJ-45 connector for communication of differential audio/video signals
to/from the touch panel (panel type dependant). This connector receives
Composite video, Stereo (left/right) audio, and microphone audio.
• Video is received via the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box. Configuring
video windows for playback is done using TPDesign4.
• In-bound audio (from the breakout box) gets directed to the speakers.
• Out-bound audio is sent from the on-board microphone (on the
front-panel). Selecting audio files for playback is configured through
TPDesign4.
PWR connector:
• 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector.
Button Assignments
(NXD-1000Vi only):
Button assignments can only be adjusted in TPD4 and not on the panels.
• Button channel range: 1 - 4000 button push and feedback (per address port)
• Button variable text range: 1 - 4000 (per address port)
• Button states range: 1 - 256 (General Button; 1 = Off State, 2 = On State)
• Level range: 1 - 600 (default level value 0-255, can be set up to 1 - 65535)
• Address port range: 1 - 100
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:
• Installation Kit for 10" NXD panels (KA2259-02):
- 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector (41-5025)
- Four Phillips-head screws (#4-40 x 0.250 Black)
- Three Drywall clips (62-5924-05) and #6 - sheet metal screws
• NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box (FG2254-10): Provides video/audio
distribution to the A/V panel over CAT5 cable (up to 200’/60.96m) and
accepts either Composite or S-Video.
- Although the NXD-1000Vi is only sold as part of a KIT configuration, the
breakout box can be purchased as a separate accessory.
• Trim Ring with button openings (60-2259-05)
• Trim Ring without button openings (60-2259-04)
Other AMX Equipment:
• CB-TP10 (FG036-10)
- 10" metallic conduit box for Wall Mount installations.
• CC-USB (Type A) to Mini-B 5-Wire programming cable (FG10-5965)
• NXA-RK10 (FG2904-54)
- RackMount kit for 10" Wall Mount touch panels.
Kit includes four #10-32 screws and washers.
• NXA-WC80211GCF Wireless Upgrade Kit (FG2255-07)
- AMX 802.11G Compact Flash provides wireless Ethernet support
• Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware):
NXA-1000CF256M, 256 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-76)
NXA-1000CF512M, 512 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-77)
NXA-1000CF1G, 1 G COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-78)
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It is recommended that firmware KIT files only be transferred over a direct USB or
Ethernet connection 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.
NXD-1000Vi Panels - Connector Layout
FIG. 3 shows the layout of the connectors (located on the rear of the base on the NXT and on the left side
panel of the NXD panels).
Ethernet (CAT5)
Keyboard/Mouse
(USB)
Audio-Video from
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET (CAT5)
Stereo Output
A
L
12VDC
Mini-USB
(Program)
Power
ETHERNET
10/100
PROGRAM
KEYBOARD /
MOUSE
PWR
AUDIO / VIDEO
NXD-1000Vi - connectors located
on left side panel
FIG. 3 Connector layout on the NXD-1000Vi touch panels
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NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box
configuration (panel and box) but can be purchased as a separate accessory. This box facilitates the
installation and distribution of video, data, and audio to Modero touch panels located up to 200 feet
(60.96 m) from the AVB box. This unit accepts either Composite or S-Video from standard video
devices.
This breakout box can be mounted on either a horizontal flat surface or within an equipment rack
(by using an optional AC-RK Rack Kit).
Composite/
S-Video
Luma
Ethernet (to panel)
S-Video Chroma
Power In
(rear)
(front)
Audio
In
Audio/Video
(to panel)
Ethernet In
Mic Out
Power (to panel)
FIG. 4 NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box (front and rear views)
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NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box
Product Specifications
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Specifications (FG2254-10)
Dimensions (HWD):
• 1.50" x 5.55" x 4.88" (3.81 cm x 14.10 cm x 12.40 cm)
• Width when attached to mounting ears: 6.65" (16.89 cm)
• 50mA (with audio/video input)
Power Consumption:
• 23mA (with no audio/video)
• Routed through NXA-AVB/Ethernet using a 12 VDC-compliant power supply
• FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and EN60950
Certifications:
Features:
• Accepts either Composite or S-Video (video-capable panels only)
• Provides audio distribution to the non-video touch panels over a CAT5 cable
(up to 200 ft.)
• Provides video/audio distribution to the video-capable touch panels over
CAT5 cable up to 200 ft.(60.9 m)
Availability:
• This unit is included with CV5, CV7, CV10, NXD-700Vi, NXD-1000V,i and
1200V-Series Kit configurations
Front Components:
• 2-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix connector for power to the touch panel
• Green LED provides an indication of power status
• RJ-45 connector provides Ethernet signals to the touch panel
• RJ-45 connector provides differential audio and video signals to the touch
panel (panel type dependant)
Rear Components:
• 6-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix connector for in-bound (left/right channel) audio
• 4-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix connector for out-bound (from microphone) audio
• BNC connector (female) for Composite or Chroma (for video-capable
panels only)
• BNC connector (female) for luminance (for video-capable panels only)
• RJ-45 connector for Ethernet input from the control system
• 2-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix connector for in-bound power
• Two 2-pin Phoenix connectors (41-5025)
Included Accessories:
Other AMX Equipment:
• 4-pin Phoenix connector (41-5047)
• 6-pin Phoenix connector (41-5063)
• Rack Mount Kit (KA2250-40) with mounting bracket (62-2254-02)
• AC-RK Accessory RackMount Kit (FG515)
• Modero Table Top Cable (CA2250-50)
Installing the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET
A 12 VDC-compliant power supply can indirectly provide power to a Modero panel by routing power
both an indirect or direct power connection for a video-capable Modero panel.
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NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box
Indirect
Connect
Line Level out
(to amplifier
or VOL card)
Mic Out
Ethernet In
(RJ-45)
(4-pin captive-wire)
12 VDC power
supply
Video In
(BNC)
Audio In
(6-pin captive-wire)
(rear)
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET
Breakout Box
Power
supplied via
(front)
NXA-AVB box
Ethernet
(CAT5)
Audio/Video
(CAT5)
12 VDC power
supply
or
Direct
Connect
NXD/T Video-capable
Touch Panels
FIG. 5 Sample wiring configuration on video-capable panels using this breakout box
A 12 VDC-compliant power supply can also directly provide power through the unit to a target Modero
Direct
connect
Ethernet
(CAT5)
Audio (CAT5)
between the
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET
Breakout Box
12 VDC power
supply
NXD/T Non-video capable
Touch Panels
FIG. 6 Sample wiring configuration using non-video capable Modero panels
The breakout box unit can be mounted on either a horizontal flat surface or into an
equipment rack (by removing the front screws and attaching it to an optional AC-RK).
The power supply being used on the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET is dependant on the
power requirements of the target touch panel.
Use a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to provide both communication and 10/100 network connectivity
between the panel, NXA-AVB/ETHERNET, NetLinx Master, and the network.
Wiring the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET connectors and cables
The inputs and outputs on the breakout box are separated into front and rear connectors. The rear
connectors are used to input external signals. The front connectors are used to communicate signals
connection both into and from the breakout box.
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GND
In (-)
F
R
O
N
T
Audio In - Left Channel
(6-pin captive wire)
In (+)
GND
In (-)
Audio In - Right Channel
(6-pin captive wire)
In (+)
GND(-)
Out (-)
Microphone Out
Out (+)
(4-pin captive wire)
Comp/Y (BNC)
C (BNC)
Audio/Video
(CAT5)
Ethernet
(RJ-45)
Ethernet Out
(CAT5)
R
E
A
R
Power to
touch panel
12 VDC power
supply
FIG. 7 NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box connector wiring diagram
The rear-panel wiring connections are described below (from left to right):
• AUDIO IN:
6-pin mini-Phoenix connector, divided into left and right audio channels. Each
channel is divided into GND, IN+, and IN- terminal cable connectors
(2 sets of 3 for each channel).
An example of this cable is to strip the ends of 2 RCA audio cables and insert
them into their respective locations on the Audio In port.
Either a balanced (+, -, and GND) or unbalanced (+ and GND) audio
signal can be connected to this input.
• MIC OUT:
4-pin mini-Phoenix connector, divided into GND, OUT-, and OUT+ terminal
connectors.
An example of this cable is to strip the terminal ends of a 3.5mm mini-jack and
insert them into their respective locations on the Mic Out port. This signal can
be fed as a Line Level In to either an amplifier or an AMX VOL card.
Either a balanced (+, -, and GND) or unbalanced (+ and GND) audio signal
can be connected to this output.
• Video In BNCs: Feeds either Composite/S-Video Luma or S-Video Chroma signals into the
NXA-AVB/ETHERNET. This feed is then redirected out to a Modero panel
through the front Audio/Video CAT5 port.
• ETHERNET:
RJ-45 connector routes data to the G4 touch panel through the front Ethernet
port. These connections use a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to provide
communication between the target touch panel, breakout box, and NetLinx
Master.
• PWR:
2-pin mini-Phoenix connector that connects to a 12 VDC-compliant power
supply. This port can be used to provide power to a Modero panel by sending it
through the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET (rear power connector through to the front
power connector).
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NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box
Wiring the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET for Unbalanced Audio
Most domestic audio equipment has unbalanced audio inputs and outputs. This means that the audio
output (left, right, or mono) appears on a single wire, and is referenced to "0 V" or "Ground". Typical
connectors used are RCA "phono" connectors, DIN plugs/sockets, and 0.25" (6.3mm) or 3.5mm jack
plugs/sockets.
Unbalanced audio is adequate for most domestic environments and for line-level signals in a typical
broadcast studio. Problems may occur if the signals are carried over long distances, especially if the
configure an unbalanced audio connection.
GND
Unbalanced IN
(Jumper IN- to GND)
Left Channel
IN-
IN+
GND
Unbalanced IN
(Jumper IN- to GND)
Right Channel
Microphone
IN-
IN+
AUDIO IN
MIC OUT
GND
Unbalanced OUT
OUT-
OUT+
FIG. 8 Wiring the rear AUDIO IN and MIC OUT for use with Unbalanced Audio
should be connected together and then connected to the GND of the unbalance audio signal. When
connecting to an unbalanced audio input from the MIC OUT connector (FIG. 8), wire the "+" terminal to
the signal input, and the "GND" terminal to the signal ground.
Wiring the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET for Balanced Audio
Professional audio equipment will often use balanced audio inputs and outputs, usually on 3-pin "XLR"
connectors. A balanced audio signal consists of a pair of wires carrying the audio signal in anti-phase
with each other (if one wire carries a positive voltage, the other carries an equal and opposite negative
voltage).
The advantage of balanced audio over unbalanced audio is its ability to reject external interference added
as the signal is carried over the wire. The receiving equipment takes the voltage difference between the
two wires as the input signal. Interference will usually get added to both wires equally, and so gets
cancelled by the receiving equipment.
The 3 wires used in a typical XLR lead are often referred to as Ground, Live (Hot) and Return (Cold).
"Live" and "Return" carry the "in-phase" and "out-of-phase" versions of the audio respectively. The pins
of the XLR plug/socket are as follows:
• X = Ground
• L = Live (Hot)
• R = Return (Cold)
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terminals (+, -, and GND), then connect the "+" terminal to the "live" signal, the "-" terminal to the
"return" signal, and the "GND" terminal to the ground signal.
Ground signal
GND
Return signal
Balanced OUT
OUT-
Line signal
OUT+
FIG. 9 Wiring the rear MIC OUT connector for use with Balanced Audio
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The following section outlines and describes the other AMX equipment available for these touch panels.
NXA-WC80211B/CF 802.11b Wireless Card (FG2255-03)
These touch panels can connect to a wireless network using an optional AMX 802.11b Wireless
Interface Card shown in FIG. 10. This internal card is field-upgradeable within both models of panels.
FIG. 10 NXA-WC80211B/CF Wireless Interface Card (WIC)
This unit is certified and available for use in the United States (FCC), Canada (IC),
Europe (CE) and Japan (TELEC).
The NXA-WC80211B/CF Wireless Interface Card works with compatible 802.11b Wireless Access
Points such as the NXA-WAP200G. Please follow your particular Wireless Access Point’s instruction
manual for the correct procedures to setup either a secured or unsecured connection.
802.11b Wireless Interface Card Specifications
Dimensions (HWD):
Weight:
• 2.07" x 1.68" x 0.21" (52.56 mm x 42.80 mm x 5.57 mm)
• 13.61 grams (0.030 lbs)
Description:
• 2.4 GHz Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) 802.11b 11M wireless PC
card with detachable Antenna.
Features:
• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64-bit and 128-bit data encryption
• Diversity Antenna Connectors automatically select the best available signal
• Supports infrastructure (communications to wired networks via Access Points),
and roaming (standard IEEE 802.11b compliant)
Antenna:
• 2, Ceramic (Diversity Supported)
• FCC (United States)
• IC (Canada)
Certifications:
• CE (Europe)
• TELEC (Japan)
Host Interface:
• Compact Flash Type I
• Interoperable with Wi-Fi (WECA) certified products
• Power / Link activity
• DSSS, DBSK, DQSK, CCK
• IEEE 802.11b
Interoperability:
LED Indicators:
Modulation:
Network Standard:
Number of Channels:
Operating Voltage:
• 14
• 5 / 3.3 V
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802.11b Wireless Interface Card Specifications (Cont.)
Operating Channels:
• 11 Channels (USA, Canada)
• 13 Channels (Europe)
• 14 Channels (Japan)
• 4 Channels (France)
Operating Environment: • Temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C (non-operating) and -15 ~ 80°C (storage)
• Humidity (non-condensing): 5% ~ 95% RH
Power Consumption:
• TX power consumption: < 265 mA
• RX power consumption: < 165 mA
• Sleep Mode: 2 mA - 15 mA
Radio Data Rate:
• 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps, Auto Rate
Receive Sensitivity:
• @PER < 8%
11 Mbps: -83 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -89 dBm (max)
1 Mbps: -92 dBm (max)
RF Output Power:
• 15 dBm +/- 1 dBm
• Channels 1 - 11 (North America)
• WEP 64,128 bit, WPA/TKIP
Security:
Wireless Restrictions:
• In R&TTE countries, such as France, the 802.11g frequency band is restricted to
2454 - 2483.5 MHz (2.4 - 2.4835 GHz) and a max power output of
100 mW EIRP outdoor.
It is recommended that any upgrade of internal equipment be done simultaneously in
order to reduce the risk of damage to internal components.
NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Card (FG2255-07)
These panels can also connect to a wireless network using the (optional) 802.11g Wi-Fi CF card. This
internal WIC (FIG. 11) can be purchased separately as a Wi-Fi upgrade kit from AMX.
PIFA antenna
with metal plate
FIG. 11 NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g wireless card
This interface card (FG2255-07) is a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi LAN CF Card which upgrades a Modero panel’s
wireless RF capabilities from 802.11b to 802.11g. This card also provides the end-user with several new
methods of wireless encryption and data security such as WPA and WPA2. In addition to being
backwards compatible with 802.11b networks, this card is installable within all current MVP, 700Vi,
1000Vi, CV7, and CV10 panels. To fully utilize these newer wireless security features, this card must be
used in tandem with the latest Modero firmware upgrade available at www.amx.com.
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This card works with compatible 802.11b/g Wireless Access Points such as the NXA-WAP200G (which
uses a default SSID of AMX). Please follow your particular Wireless Access Point’s instruction manual
for the correct procedures to setup either a secured or unsecured connection. The following table lists the
specifications for the NXA-WC80211GCF.
This upgrade kit requires that pre-existing panels first be removed from their current location (surface,
wall or docking station) before an installer can access the internal circuit boards and upgrade a
pre-existing 802.11b wireless CF card.
Only MVP panels require the use of a cardboard cutout (Mounting Template) to properly position the
metal antenna plate onto the inner surface of the unit’s rear plastic housing
700Vi, 1000Vi, CV7, and CV10 panels only require locating the Compact Flash’s metal cover plate on
the main circuit board and then adhering the terminal antenna connector to that location using the
included double-sided adhesive tape.
If the CF metal cover plate is not present over the wireless card slot on a 700Vi,
1000Vi, CV7, or CV10 panel, you can use the adhesive tape to secure the terminal
antenna to the surface of the new card (atop the product label).
The procedures for upgrading a CF card on an MVP is identical for both MVP-7500 and MVP-8400
panels. The procedures for upgrading/installing the new CF card are also similar across all referenced
NXT panels and NXD panels as a group (differences arise from their housing).
NXA-WC80211GCF Specifications
Dimensions (HWD):
Weight:
• 0.22" x 1.68" x 2.40" (5.6 mm x 42.80 mm x 61.0 mm)
• 19.50 grams (0.043 lbs)
Description:
• Wireless LAN Compact Flash Card with external PIFA antenna.
• Features enterprise-class security such as WPA and WPA2 security.
• Compact Flash Type I form factor
Features:
• Enhanced range and throughput
• Features wireless security such as: WPA, WPA2 and WEP
• Field-installable
• Incorporates DSSS and OFDM radio technology
• Operates at ISM frequency bands of 2.4 GHz, while providing data transfer
speeds of up to 54Mbps.
• Support for IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g
• Supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 64-bit and 128-bit data
encryption, along with an Re4 encryption cipher (64/128-bit)
• Supports authentication methods such as: EAP-FAST, EAP-LEAP, EAP-PEAP,
EAP-TLS, and EAP-TTLS
• Supports Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64-bit and 128-bit data encryption
(known to the on-board firmware as Static WEP)
Antenna Type:
Bus Interface:
Certifications:
• External PIFA antenna (factory-installed)
• Compact Flash Type I
• FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, IC, TELEC, and Wi-Fi
Media Access Control
Techniques:
• Using 802.11b DSSS communication:
DBPSK @ 1 Mbps
DQPSK @ 2 Mbps
CCK @ 5.5 Mbps
• Using 802.11g OFDM communication:
BPSK @ 6 and 9 Mbps
QPSK @ 12 and 18 Mbps
16-QAM @ 24 and 36 Mbps
64-QAM @ 48 and 54 Mbps
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NXA-WC80211GCF Specifications (Cont.)
Network Architecture:
Operating Channels:
• Infrastructure mode (Client-to-Access Point)
• Using 802.11b & g communication:
- 04: (Ch 10 - 13) - France
- 11: (Ch 1 - 11) - North America
- 13: (Ch 1 - 13) - Europe ETSI
- 13: (Ch 1 - 13) - Japan (802.11g)
- 14: (Ch 1 - 14) - Japan (802.11b)
Note: To alter the card’s default country code (North America), please
contact an AMX Technical Support representative for detailed procedures
and information.
Operating Environment: • Temperature: 0°C ~ 45°C (32°F to 113°F) (operating) and
-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) (storage)
• Humidity: (non-condensing) 5% ~ 90% RH (operating) and
(non-condensing) 5% ~ 95% RH (storage)
Operating Voltage:
• 3.3V + 5% I/O supply voltage
Power Consumption:
• @ 802.11b communication:
- RX: 270 mA
- TX: 435 mA
- Standby: 240 mA
• @ 802.11g communication:
- RX: 270 mA
- TX: 460 mA
- Standby: 240 mA
Radio Data Rate:
• 802.11g compliant: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 (DSSS/CCK); 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54
(OFDM) Mbps data rates
Radio Technology:
• Using 802.11b communication: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)/CCK
(Complementary Code Keying)
• Using 802.11g communication: DSSS/CCK, OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency
Division Multiplexing
Receiver Sensitivity:
• Using 802.11b communication @ FER<8%:
1 Mbps: -94 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -93 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -92 dBm (max)
11 Mbps: -90 dBm (max)
• Using 802.11g communication @ PER <10%:
6 Mbps: -87 dBm (max)
9 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
12 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
18 Mbps: -84 dBm (max)
24 Mbps: -82 dBm (max)
36 Mbps: -78 dBm (max)
48 Mbps: -74 dBm (max)
54 Mbps: -72 dBm (max)
RF Frequency Ranges:
• Using 802.11b & g communication:
Europe ETSI: 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz
France: 2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz
Japan (802.11b): 2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz
Japan (802.11g): 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz
North America: 2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz
Standard Conformance: • IEEE 802.11b
• IEEE 802.11g
• IEEE 802.11e
• IEEE 802.11i
• Wi-Fi (WPA and WPA2)
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NXA-WC80211GCF Specifications (Cont.)
Transmit Output Power: • 802.11b communication: 12 +-1 dBm (1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps)
• 802.11g communication: 12 +-1 dBm (6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps)
Wireless LAN Security:
• EAP-FAST
• EAP-LEAP
• EAP-PEAP
• EAP-TLS
• EAP-TTLS
• WEP 64 & 128
• WPA-PSK
Touch Panel
Compatibility:
• MVP-7500 (FG5965-01)
• MVP-8400 (FG5965-02)
• NXD-1000Vi (FG2259-04)
• NXT-CV10 (FG2259-01/03)
• NXD-CV7 (FG2258-02)
• NXT-CV7 (FG2258-01)
• Double-sided adhesive tape
• Mounting Template cutout (62-2255-04)
• NXA-WC80211GCF Installation Guide
• Two Alcohol cleaning pads
• Wireless CF card with wireless antenna
• NXA-WAP250G Modero Wireless Access Point (FG2255-50)
Included Accessories:
Other AMX Equipment:
• Upgrade Compact Flash memory (factory programmed with firmware):
NXA-CFSP128M - 128 MB compact flash card (FG2116-36)
NXA-CFSP256M - 256 MB compact flash card (FG2116-37)
NXA-CFSP512M - 512 MB compact flash card (FG2116-38)
NXA-CFSP1GB - 1 GB compact flash card (FG2116-39)
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NXA-CFSP Compact Flash (FG2116-7x)
NXA-CFSP Compact Flash (FG2116-7x)
Every NXD-1000Vi Modero panel is shipped with a 128 MB Compact Flash card (NXA-CFSP).
If possible, upgrade the panel’s internal components (Compact Flash or wireless
interface cards) prior to installing or using the panel.
The NXA-CFSP Compact Flash card is factory programmed with specific panel firmware and can be
upgraded to several sizes, up to 1GB:
Optional Compact Flash Upgrades
• NXA-1000CF256M, 256 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-76)
• NXA-1000CF512M, 512 MB COMPACT FLASH CARD (FG2116-77)
• NXA-1000CF1G, 1 G COMPACT FLASH CARD
(FG2116-78)
Upgrading the Compact Flash card in both panel types involves opening the panel enclosure/outer
housing to access the internal circuit board, removing the existing card, replacing it with the 802.11g
upgrade, and then resecuring the panel enclosure, as described in the following sections.
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Installation and Upgrade of the Internal NXD Components
Installation and Upgrade of the Internal NXD
Components
Upgrading the cards within the WallMount panel involves removing the rear plastic outer housing (back
box), removing the existing card, replacing it, and then placing the back box back onto the NXD panel,
as described in the following sections.
Step 1: Remove the existing NXD Outer Housing
1. Carefully detach all connectors from the side of the touch panel and remove the Faceplate from the
front of the panel.
2. Place the LCD facedown on a soft cloth to expose the under-side of the unit (FIG. 12). This step
helps prevent scratching of the LCD.
Two (2) connector
overlay release latches
Unscrew these
four pan-head
housing screws
to remove the
back box
(2 per side)
FIG. 12 Location of the attachment screws and connector overlay release latches on an NXD back box
3. Firmly press down on both connector overlay release latches (located in front of the connectors).
Pressing down releases the connector overlay from atop the connectors.
The overlay connector must first be released before the rear back box can be
removed from the NXD-1000Vi panel.
4. Gently slide the connector overlay away from the back box housing.
5. Unscrew the outer housing (back box) by using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the
two sets of pan-head Housing Screws, located on both sides of the housing (FIG. 12).
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Connector Overlay must first be
removed from the side of the NXD
Wireless CF card
(Slot #2 is located
on the top slot)
FIG. 13 Location of the wireless CF card connector on main board
6. Carefully lift-off the back box housing and angle it over to the side of the unit where the wires are
connected to the circuit board.
7. Gently lay the back box to one side of the unit. This exposes the internal circuit board (FIG. 13).
Take care not to place undue strain on the speaker cables.
Step 2: Install the new Compact Flash Memory card
1. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object and then locate
the existing 128 MB Compact Flash card on the main board (FIG. 14).
Compact Flash
Memory Card (Slot 1)
Wireless CF Card
(Slot 2)
Card Removal Grooves
Card removal grooves
FIG. 14 Location and orientation of the card slots
2. Insert the tip of a grounded flat-head screwdriver into one of the card removal grooves (located on
either side of the existing card), and gently pry the card out of the slot (FIG. 15). Repeat this process
on the opposite card removal groove. This alternating action causes the card to "wiggle" away from
the on-board connector pins.
3. Grip the old card by its sides and then carefully pull it out of the slot.
4. Remove the new CF memory card from it’s anti-static bag.
5. Grip the sides of the new CF memory card and firmly insert it into slot opening (with the arrow
facing towards the pins) until the contact pins are completely inside the flash card and it is then
securely attached to the pin sockets.
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6. To complete the upgrade process, either upgrade the remaining wireless card (Step 3) or close and
re-secure the enclosure using the procedures in Step 3: Close and Resecure the NXD Panel
Card removal
grooves
On-board Compact
Flash connector (with pins)
Insert with arrow
facing towards the pins
Connector opening
FIG. 15 Removing/installing a Compact Flash Memory card
Any new internal card upgrade is detected by the panel only after power is cycled.
Step 3: Close and Resecure the NXD Panel Enclosure
1. Gently place the outer housing back onto the panel and align the four pan-head Housing Screws
holes along the edges of the outer housing.
2. Insert and secure the four pan-head Housing Screws back into their pre-drilled holes by using a
grounded Phillips-head screwdriver.
3. Slip the connector overlay back into the connector opening by inserting the top of the overlay into
the connector opening in an upwards direction.
4. Align the connectors to their respective locations and secure the overlay by pushing it towards the
connectors until the overlay securely snaps back into the overlay release latches.
5. Re-install the faceplate back onto the panel. Refer to the Installing the Button Trim Ring section on
page 27 for more detailed faceplate installation information.
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Installation
NXD panels are installed into either a pre-wall surface (using a CB-TP10 conduit/wallbox) or a solid
surface (using either solid surface or drywall screws).
It is recommended that if you are planning on upgrading your panel components
(flash and wireless), you do so before beginning any panel installations.
Installing the Internal Components
Installation of the internal components such as the upgraded Compact Flash and the
NXA-WC80211B/CF Wireless card are described in detail within the following sections:
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NXA-WC80211GCF 802.11g Wireless Card (FG2255-07) section on page 17.
NXA-CFSP Compact Flash (FG2116-3x) section on page 20.
Installing the No-Button Trim Ring
The NXD-1000Vi panel is shipped from AMX with a default Button Trim Ring already installed. The
unit is also shipped with an included Trim Ring containing no button openings (a No-Button Trim Ring)
that allows you, if desired, to change the default configuration of the NXD panel Faceplate to that with
no-button openings. In order to install this included No-Button Trim Ring, you must first remove the
factory-installed default Button Trim Ring, the two small buttons, and associated two clear light pipes.
1. The Faceplate is secured to the panel with plastic latches. To remove the Faceplate, simply pull it
away from the panel by gently tugging it outwards until the entire Faceplate comes away from the
panel.
3. In a single motion, press down and then outwards on the three Trim Ring latches located along the
top of the internal surface of the Faceplate to begin removing the Button Trim Ring. Removing the
Internal Faceplate from the panel exposes the pushbuttons and light pipes along the inside of the
Internal Faceplate.
4. Gently tug along the edges of the Button Trim Ring and work your way around the edges to remove
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Button latch
Trim
Ring
Latches
Light Pipe latch
(black)
Button and Light Pipe removal
(showing the inside surface of Faceplate)
Default Button Trim Ring
(with button openings)
Faceplate
(outside surface shown)
FIG. 16 Removing the default Button Trim Ring
5. From along the internal surface of the Faceplate, remove the two buttons by gently bending each
Button latch up and pulling the button outwards.
6. Remove the pair of clear light pipe strips by bending the two black light pipe latches inwards and
pulling out the strip.
7. Grasp the No-Button Trim Ring on both sides and fit it into the groove along the outside surface of
the Faceplate (made available by the removal of the previous Trim Ring).
8. Gently insert the Trim Ring latches into their corresponding openings on the outer surface of the
No-Button Trim Ring
Hollow button openings
Faceplate
(outer surface shown)
FIG. 17 Inserting the new No-Button Trim Ring
9. Firmly press down around the No-Button Trim Ring until all of the latches are securely inserted into
their openings on the Faceplate, and the No-Button Trim Ring is securely fastened. Verify the
No-Button Trim Ring is firmly inserted onto the Faceplate and that there are no gaps between this
Trim Ring and the outer surface of the Faceplate.
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10. Place the Faceplate back onto the main NXD-1000Vi unit. Make sure to align the Microphone,
Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations on the main unit to their respective openings on the
Faceplate assembly.
Installing the Button Trim Ring
The outer No-Button Trim Ring is secured to the Faceplate with plastic latches. In order to re-install the
Button Trim Ring back onto an NXD panel which has had the default Button Trim Ring features
removed; you must first remove the No-Button Trim Ring:
1. To remove the Faceplate, simply pull it away from the panel by gently tugging it outwards until the
entire Faceplate comes away from the panel.
2. Turn the Faceplate over to expose the inside surface and view the Trim Ring latches.
3. In a single motion, press down and then outwards on the three Trim Ring latches located along the
top of the internal surface of the Faceplate to begin removing the Trim Ring. Removing the Internal
Faceplate from the panel exposes the pushbuttons openings left from an earlier removal of the
pushbuttons and light pipes.
4. Gently tug along the edges of the No-Button Trim Ring and work your way around the edges to
NXD-1000Vi Panel/enclosure
Button latch
Trim
Ring
Latches
Light Pipe latch
(black)
Button and Light Pipe removal
(showing the inside surface of Faceplate)
Button Trim Ring
(with button openings)
Faceplate
(outside surface shown)
FIG. 18 Removing the No-Button Trim Ring
5. From along the internal surface of the Faceplate, install the two buttons by firmly inserting them
6. Install the pair of clear light pipe strips by pushing light pipes over the two black light pipe latches.
7. Grasp the Button Trim Ring on both sides and fit it into the groove along the outside surface of the
Faceplate (made available by the removal of the previous Trim Ring).
8. Gently insert the Button Trim Ring latches into their corresponding openings on the outer surface of
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Button Trim Ring
Faceplate (outer surface shown)
Button openings
FIG. 19 Inserting the Button Trim RIng
9. Firmly press down around the Button Trim Ring until all of the latches are securely inserted into
their openings on the Faceplate, and the Button Trim Ring is securely fastened. Verify the Button
Trim Ring is firmly inserted onto the Faceplate and that there are no gaps between this Trim Ring
and the outer surface of the Faceplate.
10. Place the Faceplate back onto the main NXD-1000Vi unit. Make sure to align the Microphone,
Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations on the main unit to their respective openings on the
Faceplate assembly.
Pre-Wall Installation of the Conduit Box
Wall Mount panels (NXDs) are contained within an outer housing (back box). This back box is not
removed when installing the NXD into a Conduit Box (CB-TP10). The back box is only removed to gain
access for the replacement of the internal components.
INSTALLER: LEAVE A GAP BETWEEN THE STUD AND CONDUIT BOX
MOUNTING TABS TO ACCOMMODATE THE DRYWALL or SHEETROCK.
This gap allows the installation of the drywall or sheetrock after the CB-TP10 Conduit
Box has been installed.
The CB-TP10 is an optional metallic box that is secured onto a stud/beam in a pre-wall setting (where
no walls are present). Installation procedures and configurations can vary depending on the installation
environment. This section describes the installation procedures for the most common installation
scenario. The most important thing to remember when mounting this conduit box is that the NXD-
1000Vi Mounting Tabs must lie flush against the outside of the sheetrock (FIG. 20).
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Refer to SP-2259-02 for detailed installation dimensions.
It is recommended that you cut out the surface slightly smaller than what is outlined in the
installation drawings so that you can make any necessary cutout adjustments.
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The wiring knockouts on the left side will be used for the NXD-1000Vi Wall Mount panel
connectors, so always secure the conduit box to the stud using the Stud Mounting Holes on
the right side of the box.
1. Rest the right Stud Mounting tabs onto the stud (keeping the knockouts on the left). Be sure to
leave enough of a gap between the stud and NXD Mounting tabs to accommodate the
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installation of the drywall or sheetrock after the conduit box has been mounted. Ultimately,
the Mounting Tabs should lie flush against the outside of the sheetrock.
2. Fasten the CB-TP10 conduit box to the stud through the holes on the right Stud Mounting tabs
(FIG. 20), using either nails or screws.
Stud Mounting tabs
Stud
Wiring
knockouts
(must be
located on
NXD Mounting tabs
(should lie flush against
the outside of the wall)
left side)
Drywall or sheetrock
FIG. 20 CB-TP10 conduit box components
3. Remove the wiring knockouts from the left side of the conduit box (CB-TP10) (FIG. 20) to
accommodate the cables being threaded through to the NXD touch panel.
Remember that when mounting this conduit box, the NXD mounting tabs must lie
flush against the outside of the sheetrock.
4. Thread the incoming power, RJ-45 audio/video, Ethernet, and USB wiring through the knockouts
(use of the left wiring knockouts are recommended with this installation).
Leave enough slack in the wiring to accommodate any re-positioning of the panel.
5. Install the drywall/sheetrock before inserting the main NXD unit into the CB-TP10.
Installation of an NXD Touch Panel
The NXD-1000Vi can be installed either directly into the (optional) CB-TP10 or other solid surface
environment using the two different mounting options: drywall clips or solid surface screws. The
following sections describe mounting the touch panel directly into a pre-wall conduit box, a solid surface
or drywall, and optional NXA-RK10 Rack Mount Kit for installation.
Installing the NXD panel within a Conduit Box
The conduit box must be mounted prior to continuing this section. Refer to the procedures in the
instructions. Verify that all necessary cables have been threaded through the knockouts on the left of the
conduit box and the connections have been tested prior to installation of the NXD-1000Vi.
1. Remove the Faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 21) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 21) by gripping the
faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force.
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C - Optional CB-TP10
conduit/wallbox
#4-40 Mounting Screws
(four - included)
secure the NXD to
the Conduit Box
Stud
Mounting Tab
B - Main NXD unit consists of
the touch panel and back box housing
A - Faceplate/Trim Ring
default Faceplate assembly comes with buttons
FIG. 21 NXD-1000Vi panel installation into a CB-TP10 (pre-wall construction)
2. Verify the incoming power, RJ-45 audio/video, Ethernet, and USB cables have been properly
threaded through the wiring knockouts on the left of the conduit box. Leave enough slack in the
wiring to accommodate any re-positioning of the panel.
3. Connect all data and power wiring connectors to their corresponding locations along the side of the
(un-powered) NXD touch panel.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to a power source before
plugging in the 2-pin power connector.
The USB connectors can be from either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF
transmitter.
4. Test the incoming wiring by connecting the panel connections to their terminal locations and
applying power. Verify that the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent
repetition of the installation.
5. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the connected power supply.
Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with
the attached connectors before being inserted into the conduit box.
6. Carefully slide the main NXD-1000Vi unit (B in FIG. 21) into the conduit box, so that all Mounting
Tabs lie flush against the conduit box (C in FIG. 21).
7. Insert and secure four #4-40 Mounting Screws (included) into their corresponding holes located
along the sides of the NXD.
8. Place the Faceplate/Trim Ring assembly (A in FIG. 21) back onto the main NXD unit
(B in FIG. 21). Make sure to align the Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their
respective openings on the front faceplate/bezel.
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9. Reconnect the terminal RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any optional audio/video wiring to their
respective locations (outside the conduit box) on either the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box,
Ethernet port, or NetLinx Master.
10. Reconnect the terminal power connector on the 12 VDC-compliant power supply and apply power.
Installing the NXD into drywall using Expansion Clips
Expansion clips are mounted through the three oval holes located along the rim of the NXD-1000Vi. As
the screw is tightened, the clip bends toward the insertion hole and into the wall. This bending creates a
"grip" on the wall by either pressing onto the wall or by securing the drywall between the housing and
the drywall clip.
The most important thing to remember when mounting the NXD is that the outer frame (Mounting Tabs)
must be installed flush against the mounting surface.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Refer to SP-2259-03 for detailed installation dimensions (reproduced in FIG. 22).
It is recommended that you cutout the surface slightly smaller than what is outlined in the
installation drawings so that you can make any necessary cutout adjustments.
1. Prepare the area by removing any screws or nails from the drywall before beginning the cutout
process.g.
2. Cut out the drywall surface for the NXD Wall Mount unit using the dimensions shown in FIG. 22.
Be sure to cut out the three notches along the sides to accommodate the three corresponding drywall
expansion clips (included).
FIG. 22 NXD-1000Vi Wall Mount panel dimensions using expansion clips
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3. Remove the Faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 23) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 23) by gripping the
faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force.
4. Thread the incoming power, RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any optional audio/video wiring (from their
terminal locations) through the surface opening. Leave enough slack in the wiring to accommodate
any re-positioning of the panel.
5. Connect all data and power wiring connectors to their corresponding locations along the left side of
the (un-powered) NXD touch panel.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to a power source before
plugging in the 2-pin power connector.
The USB connectors can be from a either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF
transmitter.
3 notches are
required to
accommodate the
three expansion
clips (included)
Install the 3 included
drywall clip sets
into these locations
Expansion
Clips (3)
Mounting Tab
A - Faceplate
B - Main NXD unit consists of
/Trim Ring
the touch panel and back box
FIG. 23 Wall Mount panel (NXD) installation configuration for drywall surfaces
6. Test the incoming wiring by attaching the panel connections to their terminal locations and applying
power. Verify the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent repetition of the
installation.
7. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the connected power supply.
Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with
the attached connectors before being inserted into the drywall.
8. Install the three sets of drywall screws and expansion clips into the three oval notch locations along
both sides of the main unit (B in FIG. 23).
9. Carefully insert the main unit (with expansion clips) into the cutout until the Mounting Tabs on the
NXD unit lie flush against the wall.
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The drywall clip set must be re-ordered from AMX if the drywall clip is bent
accidentally during an installation or removed during a re-installation.
10. Tighten all three drywall clip sets (screws and clips) until the entire Mounting Tab is securely
fastened and flush against the wall.
11. Place the Faceplate/Trim Ring assembly (A in FIG. 23) back onto the main NXD unit
(B in FIG. 23). Make sure to align the Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their
respective openings on the front faceplate/bezel.
12. Reconnect the terminal RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any optional audio/video wiring to their
respective locations on either the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box, Ethernet port, or NetLinx
Master.
13. Reconnect the terminal power connector on the 12 VDC-compliant power supply and apply power.
Installing the NXD into a Flat Surface using #4 screws
Mounting screws (#4-40, included) are secured through two sets of circular holes located at the left and
right sides of the NXD-1000Vi. The most important thing to remember when mounting the NXD
Wall Mount is that the outer frame (Mounting Tabs) must be installed flush against the mounting
surface.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Refer to SP-2259-03 for detailed installation dimensions (reproduced in FIG. 24).
It is recommended that you cutout the surface slightly smaller than what is outlined in the
installation drawings so that you can make any necessary cutout adjustments.
1. Prepare the area by removing any screws or nails from the surface before beginning the cutout
process.
2. Cut out the surface for the NXD Wall Mount unit using the dimensions shown in FIG. 24.
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FIG. 24 NXD-1000Vi Wall Mount panel dimensions using #4-40 mounting screws
3. Remove the Faceplate/bezel (A in FIG. 25) from the main NXD unit (B in FIG. 25) by gripping the
faceplate and pulling with gentle outward force.
4. Thread the incoming power, RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any optional audio/video wiring (from their
terminal sources) through the surface opening. Leave enough slack in the wiring to accommodate
any re-positioning of the panel.
5. Connect all data and power wiring connectors to their corresponding locations along the left side of
the (un-powered) NXD touch panel.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to a power source before
plugging in the 2-pin power connector.
The USB connectors can be from a either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF
transmitter.
6. Test the incoming wiring by connecting the panel connections to their terminal locations and
applying power. Verify that the panel is receiving power and functioning properly before finalizing
the installation.
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Attachment is done
along the edges
of the cutout
Flat installation surface
Install the four #4-40 Mounting Screws
(included) into these four holes
Mounting Tab
B
- Main NXD-1000Vi unit
A
- Faceplate/Trim Ring
FIG. 25 Wall Mount panel installation configuration for flat surfaces
7. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the power supply.
Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with
the necessary connectors before being inserted into the solid surface.
8. Carefully slide the main unit into the cutout until the Mounting Tabs of the NXD-1000Vi unit lie
flush against the wall.
9. Insert and secure four #4-40 Mounting Screws (included) into their corresponding holes located
along the sides of the NXD-1000Vi (using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver) until the unit is
secure and flush against the wall (FIG. 25).
10. Place the Faceplate/Trim Ring assembly (A in FIG. 25) back onto the main NXD unit
(B in FIG. 25). Make sure to align the Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their
respective openings on the front bezel/faceplate.
11. Reconnect the terminal RJ-45, Ethernet, USB, and any optional audio/video wiring to their
respective locations on either the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box, Ethernet port, or NetLinx
Master.
12. Reconnect the terminal power connector on the 12 VDC-compliant power supply and apply power.
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Installing an NXD-1000Vi into an (optional) Rack Mount Kit (NXA-RK10)
The NXA-RK10 is a 8.72" (22.15 cm) wide high metal rack-mount (with black matte finish) measuring
5 RUs (rack units) high.
1. Remove the Faceplate/Trim Ring assembly from the main NXD-1000Vi unit.
2. Thread the incoming power, RJ-45 audio/video, Ethernet, and USB wiring (from their terminal
sources) through the surface opening, leaving enough slack in the wiring to accommodate any re-
positioning of the panel.
3. Connect all data and power wiring connectors to their corresponding locations along the left side of
the (un-powered) NXD touch panel.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to the a power supply before
plugging in the 2-pin power connector.
The USB connectors can be from a either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF
transmitter.
4. Test the incoming wiring by connecting the panel connections to their terminal locations and
applying power. Verify that the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent
repetition of the installation.
5. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the connected power supply.
Don’t disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed with
the necessary connectors before being inserted into the equipment rack.
6. Carefully insert the NXD-1000Vi panel into the NXA-RK10.
7. Secure the panel to the NXA-RK10 mount by first inserting and then tightening the four #4-40
screws (included).
8. Insert the NXA-RK10 (with connected NXD unit) into the equipment rack, making sure to align the
screw holes along the sides on the NXA-RK10 with the holes in the equipment rack.
9. Use a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to secure the NXA-RK10 to the equipment rack using
#10-32 screws (included).
10. Place the Faceplate/Trim Ring assembly back onto the main NXD unit. Make sure to align the
Microphone, Light, and PIR Motion sensor locations to their respective openings on the front
faceplate/bezel.
11. Reconnect the terminal RJ-45 audio/video, Ethernet, and USB wiring to their respective terminal
locations on either the NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box, Ethernet port, or NetLinx Master.
12. Reconnect the terminal power connector on the 12 VDC-compliant power supply and apply power.
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Wiring Guidelines for the NXD-1000Vi Panels
NXD-1000Vi panels use a 12 VDC-compliant power supply to provide power to the panel via the 2-pin
the power draw.
The incoming PWR and GND wires from the power supply must be connected to the corresponding
locations within the PWR connector.
These units should only have one source of incoming power. Using more than one
source of power to the touch panel can result in damage to the internal components
and a possible burn out.
Apply power to the panels only after installation is complete.
Preparing captive wires
You will need a wire stripper and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and connect the captive wires.
Never pre-tin wires for compression-type connections.
1. Strip 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) of insulation off all wires.
2. Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector (according to the wiring diagrams
and connector types described in this section).
3. Tighten the screws to secure the wire in the connector. Do not tighten the screws excessively; doing
so may strip the threads and damage the connector.
Wiring a power connection
To use the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector for use with a 12 VDC-compliant power supply, the
incoming PWR and GND wires from the external source must be connected to their corresponding
locations on the connector (FIG. 26).
PWR +
Power Supply
GND -
To the Touch Panel
FIG. 26 NetLinx power connector wiring diagram
1. Insert the PWR and GND wires on the terminal end of the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix cable. Match
the wiring locations of the +/- on both the power supply and the terminal connector.
2. Tighten the clamp to secure the two wires. Do not tighten the screws excessively; doing so may strip
the threads and damage the connector.
3. Verify the connection of the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix to the external 12 VDC-compliant power
supply.
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Audio/Video Port: Connections and Wiring
The following table shows the signal and pinout/pairing information used on the RJ-45 Audio and Video
connections.
Audio/Video RJ-45 Pinout Information
Pin
1
Wire Color
Orange/White
Orange
Function
Right Audio In
Right Audio In
Video In
Polarity
+
-
2
3
Green/White
Blue
-
4
Mic Out
-
5
White/Blue
Green
Mic Out
+
+
+
-
6
Video In
7
White/Brown
Brown
Left Audio In
Left Audio In
TIA 568B
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
(female)
(male)
RJ-45 connector - pin configurations
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring
FIG. 27 describes the blink activity for the Ethernet 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 connector and cable. The
Ethernet cable is connected to the rear of Table Top and side of the Wall Mount panels.
A - Activity LED (yellow)
lights when receiving or
transmitting Ethernet
data packets
L - Link LED (green) lights when
the Ethernet cables are connected
and terminated correctly.
A
L
ETHERNET
10/100
FIG. 27 Ethernet connector (showing communication and connection LEDs)
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The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing associated with the Ethernet connector.
Ethernet RJ-45 Pinouts and Signals
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pin
1
Signals
TX +
Connections Pairing
Color
1 --------- 1
2 --------- 2
3 --------- 3
4 --------- 4
5 --------- 5
6 --------- 6
7 --------- 7
8 --------- 8
1 --------- 2
3 --------- 6
4 --------- 5
7 --------- 8
Orange-White
Orange
2
TX -
3
RX +
Green-White
Blue
4
no connection
no connection
RX -
5
Blue-White
Green
6
7
no connection
no connection
Brown-White
Brown
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
8
FIG. 28 diagrams the RJ-45 pinouts and signals for the Ethernet RJ-45
connector and cable.
FIG. 28 RJ-45 wiring diagram
USB Port: Connecting and Using Input Devices
The NXD-1000Vi panel can have up to two USB-capable input devices connected for use on its different
firmware and TPD4 panel pages. These input devices can consist of a keyboard or mouse.
USB-connected input devices are not detected and recognized by the panel until
power is cycled to the unit.
A mini-USB connection is only detected after it is installed onto an active
panel. Connection to a previously powered panel, allows the PC to detect the
panel and assign an appropriate USB driver.
1. Insert the input device USB connectors into the appropriate USB connector on the panel.
2. Press the on-screen Reboot button from the Protected Setup page to save any changes and restart
the panel.
3. After the panel splash-screen disappears:
ꢀ
If a USB mouse has been connected, a mouse cursor appears on the panel screen and its
location corresponds to the mouse cursor position sent by the external USB mouse.
ꢀ If a USB keyboard has been connected, only on-screen keyboards and keypads will reflect any
external keystrokes sent from the external USB keyboard.
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Panel Calibration
This section outlines the steps for calibrating the touch panel. It is recommended that you calibrate the
panel before its initial use and after completing a firmware download.
Modero panels are factory setup with specific demo touch panel pages. The first splash screen that
appears indicates the panel is receiving power, beginning to load firmware, and preparing to display the
default touch panel pages. When the panel is ready, the AMX Splash Screen is replaced by the Initial
AMX Splash Screen
(appears during power-up)
Initial Panel Page
(AMX Logo Page)
FIG. 29 AMX splash screen and initial Panel Page
Calibrating the Modero Panel
page and access the Calibration setup page (FIG. 31).
Front Setup
Access button (grey)
3 second press/hold:
Opens the Setup page
6 second press/hold:
Opens the Calibration page
Single press puts
the panel to sleep
FIG. 30 Location of Front Setup Access button
2. Press the crosshairs (on the Calibration page) to set the calibration points on the LCD (FIG. 31).
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The request to touch the crosshairs
is the first on-screen message
Calibration successful is the second
on-screen message that appears
after the calibration process is
completed
On-screen crosshairs used for
calibration of the touch device
FIG. 31 Touch Panel Calibration Screens
3. After the "Calibration Successful.." message appears, press anywhere on the screen to continue and
return to the Setup page.
If the calibration was improperly set and you cannot return to the Calibration
page (through the panel’s firmware); you can then access this firmware page via
G4 WebControl where you can navigate to the Protected Setup page and press the
Calibrate button through your VNC window.
This action causes the panel to go to the Calibration page seen above, where you
can physically recalibrate the actual touch panel again using the above procedures.
Testing your Calibration
1. Press and hold down the on-screen Calibration button for 6 seconds to enter the Calibration Test
page (FIG. 32).
On-screen crosshairs is used to
verify a proper calibration of the
panel
FIG. 32 Calibration Test page
2. Press anywhere on this page to confirm the on-screen crosshairs match your touch points.
3. If the crosshairs do not appear directly below your LCD touch points, press the Back button and
recalibrate the panel using the above steps.
4. Exit this Calibration Test page by pressing the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page.
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Configuring Communication
Communication between the Modero panel and the Master is done using either USB or ETHERNET
(DHCP or Static IP). Ethernet communication can be achieved through either a direct connection
(Ethernet) or through the use of the optional NXA-WC802.11GCF wireless CF card.
Before commencing, verify you are using the latest NetLinx Master and Modero panel
firmware. Verify you are using the latest versions of AMX’s NetLinx Studio and
TPDesign4 programs.
USB input devices must be plugged into the rear or side USB connectors before the
G4 panel is powered-up. The panel will not detect a USB connection of this type until
after the unit cycles power.
Modero Setup and System Settings
AMX Modero panels 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. Press the grey Front Setup Access button for 3 seconds to open the Setup page (FIG. 33).
Connection Status
Red Connection Status icon -
indicates no connection
to a Master
Green Connection Status icon -
indicates communication
to a Master
Battery Base button doesn’t appear
until NXT is connected to a BASE/1
FIG. 33 Setup page
2. Press the Protected Setup button. This invokes a keypad for entry of the password to allow access to
the Protected Setup page. Enter 1988 (the default password), and press Done to proceed.
Clearing Password #5, from the initial Password Setup page, removes the need for
you to enter the default password before accessing the Protected Setup page.
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Setting the Panel’s Device Number
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Device Number field to open the Device Number keypad (FIG. 34).
FIG. 34 Protected Setup page
Enter a unique Device Number assignment for the panel, and press Done to return to the Protected
Setup page. The Device Number range is 1 - 32000, the default is 10001.
2. Press Reboot to reboot the panel, and apply the new Device Number.
Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview
Hot Swapping
Hot swapping is not an issue on these panels as the card is installed within the unit and cannot be
removed without first removing the housing.
In the case of DHCP, there must be a DHCP server 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.
Before selecting Ethernet as the Master Connection Type you must setup the parameters of the wireless
card. The Wireless Access Point communication parameters must match those of the pre-installed
wireless CF card inside the panel.
The panels allow users to connect to a wireless network through their use of the pre-installed AMX
802.11g wireless interface card to communicate with a Wireless Access Point (WAP) such as the
NXA-WAP200G). The WAP communication parameters must match those of the pre-installed wireless
interface card installed within the panel. This internal card transmits data wirelessly using the 802.11x
signals at 2.4 GHz. For a more detailed explanation of the new security and encryption technology, refer
For more information on utilizing the AMX Certificate Upload Utility in conjunction with the EAP
security, refer to the section of the document entitled: Appendix B - Wireless Technology section on
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Configuring a Wireless Network Access
When working with a wireless card, the first step is to configure wireless communication parameters
within the Wireless Settings page. This page only configures the card to communicate to a target WAP
(such as the NXA-WAP200G), it is still necessary to tell the panel which Master it should be
communicating with. This "pointing to a Master" is done via the System Settings page where you
configure the IP Address, System Number and Username/Password information assigned to the target
Master.
Step 1: Configure the Panel’s Wireless IP Settings
The first step to successfully setting up your internal wireless card is to configure the IP Settings section
on the Wireless Settings page. The section configures the communication parameters from the 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. 35).
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.
Do not alter any of these remaining greyed-out fields in the IP Settings section. Once the panel is
rebooted, these values are obtained by the unit and displayed in the DNS fields after power-up.
DHCP will register the unique MAC Address (factory assigned) 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 a Keyboard and enter the Host Name information.
Modero
connection
IP info.
Wireless Access Point
Site Survey Button
FIG. 35 Wireless Settings page (IP Settings section)
4. Press Done after you are finished assigning the alpha-numeric string of the host name.
5. Do not alter any of these remaining greyed-out fields in the IP Settings section. 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 your code (that defines the properties for your panel), or in the
Device Addressing/Network Addresses section of the Tools > NetLinx Diagnostics
dialog.
6. Setup the security and communication parameters between the wireless card and the target WAP by
configuring the Wireless Settings section on this page. Refer to Step 2: Configure the Card’s
unsecure connection.
Wireless communication using a Static IP Address
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Wireless Settings button (located on the lower-left) to open the Wireless Settings page.
Wireless communication is set within the IP Settings section of this page (FIG. 35).
Check with your System Administrator for a pre-reserved Static IP Address assigned
to the panel. This address must be obtained before Static assignment of the panel
continues.
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 become user-editable (red).
3. Press the IP Address field to open a Keyboard and enter the Static IP Address (provided by your
System Administrator).
4. Press Done after you are finished entering the IP information.
5. Repeat the same process for the Subnet Mask and Gateway fields.
6. Press the optional Host Name field to open the Keyboard and enter the Host Name information.
7. Press Done after you are finished assigning the alpha-numeric string of the host name.
8. Press the Primary DNS field to open a Keyboard, enter the Primary DNS Address (provided by your
System Administrator) and press Done when compete. Repeat this process for the Secondary DNS
field.
9. Press the Domain field to open a Keyboard, enter the resolvable domain Address (this is provided
by your System Administrator and equates to a unique Internet name for the panel), and press Done
when complete.
10. Setup 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 setup either a secure or unsecure connection.
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 NXA-WC80211GCF. Once pressed, the panel displays the Site Survey page which
contains categories such as:
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
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
ꢀ
ꢀ
Signal Strength - None, Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, and Excellent
MAC Address - Unique identification of the transmitting Access Point
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Indicates the currently
active column and the order
in which the data is being sorted -
(Descending order shown)
Indicates a selected AP
FIG. 36 Site Survey page
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Wireless Settings button (located on the lower-left) to open the Wireless Settings page.
2. Navigate to the Access Point MAC Address section of this page and press the on-screen
Site Survey button. This action launches the Site Survey page which displays a listing of all
detected WAPs in the communication range of the internal card.
ꢀ
The card scans its environment every four seconds and adds any new WAPs found to the list.
Every scan cycle updates the signal strength field.
ꢀ
Access points are tracked by MAC Address.
ꢀ
If the WAP’s SSID is set as a blank, then N/A is displayed within the SSID field.
ꢀ
If the WAP’s SSID is hidden (not broadcast) it will not show up on the site survey
screen but it can still be configured via the SSID field on the specified security mode
screen.
ꢀ
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 see
access points come and go as they move in and out of range.
3. Sort the information provided on this page by pressing on a column name and toggling the direction
of the adjacent arrow.
ꢀ
Up arrow - indicates that the information is being sorted in a Ascending order.
ꢀ
SSID (A to Z), Channel (1 to 14), Security (Unknown to WEP), Signal (None to
Excellent). The firmware considers the following to be the security order from least
secure to most secure: Open, WEP, WPA, WPA2, and Unknown.
ꢀ
Down arrow - indicates that the information is being sorted in a Descending order.
ꢀ
SSID (Z to A), Channel (11 to 6), Security (WEP to Unknown), Signal (Excellent
to None)
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.
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4. Select a desired Access Point by touching the corresponding row. The up arrow and down arrow
will be grayed out if there are ten or less access points detected. If there are more, 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. You can then either Cancel the
operation or fill in any necessary information fields and then click Save.
If you select an Open, WEP, and WPA-PSK Access Point and then click Connect, you will be flipped
to the corresponding Settings page. For any other security mode, if you click Connect you will only
return to the previous page without any information being pre-filled out for you.
ꢀ
In an Open security mode, when a target WAP is selected and the connect to, the SSID name
of the selected WAP is saved for the open security mode.
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In a Static WEP security mode, when a WEP Access Point is selected and then connected to,
the user is then redirected back to the Static WEP security screen where the SSID field is
already filled out and the user is only required to enter in the remaining WEP key settings.
ꢀ
A similar process occurs for WPA-PSK access points. For any other case, the firmware
switches back to the previous page and security and connection parameters must be entered in
as normal.
Step 2: Configure the Card’s Wireless Security Settings
The second step to successfully setting up your wireless card is to configure the Wireless Settings section
of the Wireless Settings page. This section configures both the communication and security parameters
from the internal wireless card to the WAP. The procedures outlined within the following sections use
an 802.11g card to configure a common security configuration to a target WAP.
Refer to either the Wireless Settings Page - Wireless Access Overview section on page 44 or the Appendix
Once you have set up the wireless card parameters, you must configure the communication parameters
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Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for unsecured access to a WAP200G
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Press the Wireless Settings button (located on the lower-left) to open the Wireless Settings page.
Panel
connection
Wireless
card security settings
IP info.
FIG. 37 Wireless Settings page (showing a sample unsecured configuration)
2. Enter the SSID information by either:
ꢀ
Automatically having it filled in by pressing the Site Survey button and from the Site Survey
page, choosing an Open WAP from within the Site Survey page and then pressing the
Connect button.
Select an OPEN
(unsecured) WAP
Connecting to the
WAP begins the
communication
FIG. 38 Site Survey of available WAPS (Unsecured WAP shown selected)
ꢀ
Manually entering the SSID information into their appropriate fields by following steps 7
thru 9.
3. From within the Wireless Security section, press the Open (Clear Text) button to open the Open
(Clear Text) Settings dialog (FIG. 39). An Open security method does not utilize any encryption
methodology but does require that an SSID (alpha-numeric) be entered. Using this method causes
network packets to be sent out as unencrypted text.
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Required Information:
- SSID (Network Name used by the Target WAP)
By default, this field displays the
SSID - AMX
FIG. 39 Wireless Settings page - Open (Clear Text) security method
4. Press the red SSID field (FIG. 39) to display an on-screen Network Name (SSID) keyboard.
5. In this keyboard, enter the SSID name used on your 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 arise because the
SSID was not entered properly. You must maintain the same case when entering the SSID
information. ABC is not the same as Abc.
6. Click Done when you’ve completed typing in the information.
7. From the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 39), press the Save button to incorporate your new
information into the panel and begin the communication process.
8. Verify the fields in the IP Settings section have been properly configured. Refer to Step 1: Configure
9. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page and press the on-screen Reboot button
to both 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.
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. 37).
The signal strength field should provide some descriptive text regarding the strength
of the connection to a Wireless Access Point. If there is no signal or no IP Address
displayed; configuration of your network could be required.
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Configuring the Modero’s wireless card for secured access to a WAP200G
After logging into the WAP200G, the default Status page appears within the web browser. These
read-only values are "pulled" from some of the other user-configurable Configuration Utility pages. By
default, wireless Modero panels are configured for unsecured communication to a Wireless Access
Point. To properly setup both the WAP200G and panel for secure communication, you must first prepare
the Modero panel and then use the information given to fill out the fields within the WAP’s
browser-based Basic Wireless Configuration page.
Since the code key generator on Modero panels use the same key generation formula, all panels will
generate identical keys for the same Passphrase. The generators used on WAPs will not produce the same
key as the Modero generator even if you use the same Passphrase. For this reason, we recommend
FIRST creating the Current Key on the Modero and then entering that information into the
appropriate NXA-WAP200G fields.
Automatically set SSID
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Select Wireless Settings.
2. Press the Site Survey button.
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. 40 Site Survey of available WAPs (Secured WAP shown selected)
4. Write down the SSID name, Current Key string value, and panel MAC Address information so you
can later enter it into the appropriate WAP dialog fields in order to "sync-up" the secure connection.
These values must be identically reproduced on the target WAP.
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Manually set SSID
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Select Wireless Settings.
2. Locate the Wireless Security section (FIG. 41).
802.11g wireless card
FIG. 41 Wireless Settings page
You must first take down the SSID name, Current Key string value, and panel MAC
Address information so you can later enter it into the appropriate WAP dialog fields in
order to "sync-up" the secure connection. These values must be identically
reproduced on the target WAP.
3. Press the Static WEP button to open the Static WEP Settings dialog (FIG. 42).
Required Information:
- SSID (Network Name used by the Target WAP)
- Encryption Method
- Passphrase
- WEP Key assignment
- Authentication Method
FIG. 42 Wireless Settings page - Static WEP security method
4. Press the SSID field and from the Network Name (SSID) keyboard, enter the SSID name you are
using on your 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 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 arise because the
SSID was not entered properly. You must maintain the same case when entering this
information. ABC is not the same as Abc.
The alpha-numeric string is by default AMX but can later be changed to any 32-character
entry. This string must be duplicated within the Network Name (SSID) field on the WAP.
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ꢀ
As an example, if you use TECHPUBS as your SSID, you must match this word and the
case within 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. 42) 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 you have your Wireless Access Point set to default key 4 (which
was 01:02:03:04:05), you must set the panel’s key 4 to 01:02:03:04:05.
6. Toggle the Default Key field until the you’ve chosen a WEP Key value (from 1- 4) that matches
what you’ll be using on your target WAP200G. 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 you are wanting to have your target WAP (other than an NXA-WAP200G) generate the
Current Key - Do not press the Generate button and continue with Step 13.
ꢀ
This keyboard allows you to enter a Passphrase (such as AMXPanel) and then
AUTOMATICALLY generate a WEP key which is compatible only among all Modero panels.
The code key generator on Modero panels use the same key generation formula.
Therefore, this same Passphrase generates identical keys when done on any
Modero because they all use the same Modero-specific generator. The Passphrase
generator is case sensitive.
8. Within this on-screen WEP Passphrase keyboard (FIG. 43), enter a character string or word (such as
AMXPanel) and press Done when you have finished.
FIG. 43 WEP Passphrase Keyboard
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ꢀ
As an 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. 44).
FIG. 44 WEP Key # Keyboard
9. Write down this Current Key string value for later entry into your WAP’s WEP Key field (typically
entered without colons) and into other communicating panel’s Current Key field (FIG. 44).
10. If you are entering a Current Key generated either by your target WAP or another Modero
panel, within the WEP Keys section, touch the Key # button to launch the WEP Key # keyboard
(FIG. 44), 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 described in the previous step.
If your target Wireless Access Point does not support passphrase key generation and
has previously been setup with a manually entered WEP KEY, you must manually
enter that same WEP key on your panel.
11. The remaining Current Key and Authentication fields are greyed-out and cannot be altered by the
user.
12. Verify 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 both 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. If there is no signal or no IP Address
displayed; configuration of your network could be required.
Refer to the NXA-WAP200G Instruction Manual for more detailed setup and configuration procedures.
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Configuring multiple wireless Moderos to communicate to a target WAP200G
1. For each communicating touch panel, complete all of the steps outlined within the previous
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.
Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode
The panel requires you establish the type of connection you want made between it and your master.
In the Protected Setup page:
1. Select System Settings.
2. Select Type to toggle between the Master Connection Types USB and Ethernet.
ꢀ
ꢀ
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.
It is recommended that firmware KIT files only be transferred over a direct connection
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.
FIG. 45 System Settings page
USB
NetLinx Studio can be setup to run a Virtual Master where the PC acts as the Master by supplying its
own IP Address for communication to the panel. For a PC to establish a USB connection with a Modero
panel, it must have the AMX USBLAN driver installed.
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The AMX USBLAN driver is included with both NetLinx Studio2 and TPDesign4, and
can also be downloaded as a stand-alone application from www.amx.com.
Prepare your PC for USB communication with the panel
If you haven’t already done so, download and install the latest versions of NetLinx Studio2 and
TPDesign4 (from www.amx.com), and restart your PC.
Configure the panel for USB communication
The first time the panel is connected to the PC it is detected as a new USB hardware device, and the
correct (panel-specific) USBLAN driver must be associated to it manually. Each time thereafter, the
panel is recognized as a unique USBLAN device, and the association to the driver is handled
automatically.
1. Connect the PS4.4 power connector to the panel (or docking station if the panel is already installed)
to supply power.
2. Press and hold the two lower external pushbuttons on either side of the panel simultaneously for 3
seconds to access the Setup page.
3. In the Protected Settings page, select System Settings to open the System Settings page (FIG. 46).
4. Toggle the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to USB.
FIG. 46 System Settings page - USB Connection
5. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page.
6. Press Reboot to save changes and restart the panel.
7. When the panel powers up and displays the first panel page, insert the mini-USB connector into the
Program Port on the panel.
It may take a minute for the panel to detect the new connection and send a signal to the PC
(indicated by a green System Connection icon).
The first time the panel is recognized by the PC as a new USB device, a USB driver installation
popup window (FIG. 47) is displayed. This window notifies you that the panel has been detected as
a USB device, and the appropriate USB driver is benig installed to establish communication with
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the panel. It also indicates that the AMX USBLAN driver does not contain a Microsoft® digital
signature.
FIG. 47 USB driver installation popup window
8. Click Yes to proceed with the driver installation.
Once the installation is complete, the panel and PC are ready to communicate via USB.
9. Navigate back to the System Settings page.
Configure a Virtual NetLinx Master using NetLinx Studio
A Virtual NetLinx Master (VNM) is used when the target panel is not 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. Verify the panel has been configured to communicate via USB within the System Settings page and
that the USB driver has been properly configured. Refer to the previous section for more
information.
2. In NetLinx Studio, select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu to
open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 48).
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IP Address of computer
(not needed as this is a direct
USB connection)
FIG. 48 Assigning Communication Settings for a Virtual Master
3. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog.
4. Click the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section).
5. Click the Virtual Master radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section).
6. Click the Edit Settings button to open the Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog (FIG. 48).
7. Enter the System number (default is 1).
8. Click OK to close all open dialogs and 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 Connection status turns green after a few seconds to indicate an active USB connection to
the PC (Virtual Master).
ꢀ
If the System Connection icon does not turn green, check the USP connection and
communication settings and refresh the system.
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Ethernet
1. When using Ethernet, press the listed Mode to toggle through the available connection modes:
Connection Modes
Mode Description
Procedures
Auto
URL
The device connects to the first master that
responds. This setting requires you set the
System Number.
Setting the System Number:
1. Select the System Number to open the keypad.
2. Set your System Number select Done.
Setting the Master IP:
The device connects to the specific IP of a
master via a TCP connection. This setting
requires you set the Master’s IP.
1. Select the Master IP number to the keyboard.
2. Set your Master IP and select Done.
Listen The device "listens" for the master to initiate
contact. This setting requires you provide the
master with the device’s IP.
Confirm device IP is on the Master URL list. You
can 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 your Master Port and select Done.
If you have enabled password security on your master you need to set the username and password within
the device.
4. Select the blank field Username to open the keyboard.
5. Set your Username and select Done.
6. Select the blank field Password to open the keyboard.
7. Set your Password and select Done.
8. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page.
9. Press the Reboot button to reboot device and confirm changes.
Master Connection to a Virtual Master via Ethernet
When configuring your 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 and make sure to use the Virtual System value assigned to the
Virtual Master within NetLinx Studio.
Before beginning:
1. Verify the panel has been configured to communicate with the Wireless Access Point and verify the
signal strength quality bargraph is On.
2. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x (default location is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx
Studio 2 > NetLinx Studio 2).
3. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu to open the Master
Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 49).
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Enter this IP
into the
Master IP/URL
field on the
System Settings
page
IP Addresses of computer
(also obtained by using the
Start > Run > cmd command)
FIG. 49 Assigning Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings for a Virtual Master
4. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog.
5. Click on the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate that you
are working as a NetLinx Master.
6. Click on the Virtual Master radio box (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate
you are wanting to configure the PC to communicate with a panel. Everything else such as the
Authentication is greyed-out because you are not going through the Master’s UI.
7. Click the Edit Settings button (on the Communications Settings dialog) to open the Virtual NetLinx
Master Settings dialog (FIG. 49).
8. 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 your 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.
9. Click OK three times to close the open dialogs, save your settings, and return to the main NetLinx
Studio application.
10. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System. The
default System value is one.
11. Right-click on the Empty Device Tree/System entry and select Refresh System to re-populate the
list.
12. Connect the terminal end of the PS4.4 power cable to the 12 VDC power connector on the side of
the stand-alone touch panel.
13. After the panel powers-up, press and hold the two lower buttons on both sides of the display (for 3
seconds) to continue with the setup process and proceed to the Setup page.
14. Select Protected Setup > System Settings (located on the lower-left) to open the System Settings
page (FIG. 50).
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The System Number is
assigned to the Master
within the AMX
software application
(these must match)
Enter the 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. 50 Sample System Settings page (for Virtual Master communication)
15. Press the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to the word
Ethernet.
16. 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.
17. Press the Master IP/URL field to open a Keyboard and enter the IP Address of the PC used as the
Virtual Master.
18. Click Done to accept the new value and return to the System Settings page.
19. Do not alter the Master Port Number value (this is the default value used by NetLinx).
20. Press the Back button to open the Protected Setup page.
21. Press the on-screen Reboot button to both 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 your 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 1988 into the Keypad’s password field (1988 is the default password).
Clearing Password #5, from the initial Password Setup page, removes the need for
you to enter the default password before accessing the Protected Setup page.
4. Press Done when finished.
5. Press the G4 WebControl button to open the G4 Web Control page (FIG. 51).
FIG. 51 G4 Web Control page
6. Press the Enable/Enabled button until it toggles to Enabled (light blue color).
7. 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
there is no Ethernet cable connection).
8. Press the Web Control Name field to open the Web Name keyboard.
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9. From the Web Name keyboard, enter a unique alpha-numeric string to identify this panel. This
information is used by the NetLinx Security Web Server to display on-screen links to the panel. The
on-screen links use the IP Address of the panel and not the name for communication (FIG. 52).
FIG. 52 Sample relationship between G4 Web Control and Mange WebControl Connections window
10. Press Done after you are finished assigning the alpha-numeric string for the Web Control name.
11. Press the Web Control Password field to open the Web Password keyboard.
12. 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.
13. Press Done after you are finished assigning the alpha-numeric string for the Web Control password.
14. Press the Web Control Port field to open the Web Port Number keypad.
15. Within the keypad, enter a unique numeric value to be assigned to the port the VNC Web Server is
running on. The default value is 5900.
16. Press Done when you are finished entering the value. The remaining fields within the G4 Web
Control Settings section of this page are read-only and cannot be altered.
17. Press the Up/Down arrows on either sides of the G4 Web Control Timeout field to increase or
decrease the amount of time the panel can remain idle (no cursor movements) before the session is
closed and the user is disconnected.
18. Press the Back button to open the Protected Setup page.
19. Press the on-screen Reboot button to save any changes and restart the panel.
Verify your 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 your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel
Refer to your particular NetLinx Master’s instruction manual for detailed information on how to
download the latest firmware from www.amx.com. This firmware build enables SSL certificate
identification and encryption, HTTPS communication, ICSP data encryption, and disables the ability to
alter the Master security properties via a TELNET session.
In order to fully utilize the SSL encryption, your web browser should incorporate the 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 (ex: 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.
5. This Manage WebControl Connections page (FIG. 53) 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 (previously setup and
activated on the panel).
Compatible
devices field
(showing G4
WebControl links)
G4 panels
Compression
Options
FIG. 53 Manage WebControl Connections page (populated with compatible panels)
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6. Click on the G4 panel name link associated with the target panel. A secondary web browser window
appears on the screen (FIG. 54).
FIG. 54 Web Control VNC installation and Password entry screens
7. Click Yes from the Security Alert popup window to agree to the installation of the G4 WebControl
application on your computer. This application contains the necessary Active X and VNC client
applications necessary to properly view and control the panel pages from your computer.
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.
8. In some cases, you might get a Connection Details dialog (FIG. 55) requesting a VNC Server IP
Address. This is the IP Address not the IP of the Master but of the target touch panel. Depending on
which method of communication you are using, it can be found in either the:
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
Wired Ethernet - System Settings > IP Settings section within the IP Address field.
Wireless - Wireless Settings > IP Settings section within the IP Address field.
If you do not get this field continue to step 9.
IP Address of touch panel
- obtained from IP Settings section of
the Wireless Settings page
FIG. 55 Connection Details dialog
9. If a WebControl password was setup 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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10. Enter the Web Control session password into the Session Password field (FIG. 55). This password
was previously entered into the Web Control Password field within the G4 Web Control page on the
panel.
11. Click OK to send the password to the panel and begin the session. A confirmation message appears
stating "Please wait, Initial screen loading..".
The secondary window then becomes populated with the same G4 page being displayed on the target G4
panel. 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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Upgrading Modero Firmware
Before beginning the Upgrade process:
ꢀ
ꢀ
Setup and configure your NetLinx Master. Refer to the your particular NetLinx Master
Instruction Manual for detailed setup procedures.
Calibrate and prepare the communication pages on the Modero panel for use. Refer to the
The latest NXD-1000Vi firmware kit file is now panel-specific.
Only NXD-1000Vi firmware should be loaded onto ithis specific panel type.
This new firmware also provides both backwards compatibility with the previous
802.11b cards and new security protocols for the new 802.11g wireless CF card.
ꢀ
Refer to the NetLinx Studio version 2.x Help file for more information on uploading files via
Ethernet.
ꢀ
Configure your panel for either direct connect or wireless communication. Refer to the
It is recommended that firmware Kit files only be transferred over a direct Ethernet
connection 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.
The process of updating firmware involves the use of a communicating NetLinx Master. The required
steps for updating firmware to a Modero panel are virtually identical to those necessary for updating Kit
files to a NetLinx Master (except the target device is a panel instead of a Master). Refer to either your
Master’s literature or Studio 2.x Help file for those procedures.
A touch panel which is not using a valid username and password will not be able to
communicate with a secured Master. If you are updating the firmware on or through a
panel which is not using a username or password field, you must first remove the
Master Security feature to establish an unsecured connection.
Upgrading the Modero Firmware via the USB port
Before beginning with this section, verify your panel is both powered and the Type-A USB connector is
securely inserted into the PC’s USB port. The panel must be powered-on before connecting the
mini-USB connector to the panel.
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.
Step 1: Configure the panel for a USB Connection Type
1. After the installation of the USB driver has been completed; confirm the proper installation of the
large Type-A USB connector to the PC's USB port, and restart your machine.
2. After the panel powers-up, press and hold the grey Front Setup Access button (for 3 seconds) to
continue with the setup process and proceed to the Setup page.
3. Select Protected Setup > System Settings (located on the lower-left) to open the System Settings
page.
4. Toggle the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to USB.
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ALL fields are then greyed-out and read-only, but still display any previous network
information.
5. Press the Back button on the touch panel to return to the Protected Setup page.
6. Press the on-screen Reboot button to both save any changes and restart the panel. Remember that
the panel’s connection type must be set to USB prior to rebooting the panel and prior to inserting
the USB connector.
7. ONLY AFTER the unit displays the first panel page, THEN insert the mini-USB connector into
the Program Port on the panel. It may take a minute for the panel to detect the new connection and
send a signal to the PC (indicated by a green System Connection icon).
ꢀ
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 setup 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. Navigate back to the System Settings page.
Step 2: Prepare NetLinx Studio for communication via the USB port
1. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x (default location is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx
Studio 2 > NetLinx Studio 2).
2. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu to open the Master
Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 56).
IP Address of computer
(not needed as this is a direct
USB connection)
FIG. 56 Assigning Communication Settings for a Virtual Master
3. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog.
4. Click on the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate that you
are working as a NetLinx Master.
5. Click on the Virtual Master radio box (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate
you are wanting to configure the PC to communicate directly with a panel. Everything else such as
the Authentication is greyed-out because you are not going through the Master’s UI.
6. Click the Edit Settings button (on the Communications Settings dialog) to open the Virtual NetLinx
Master Settings dialog (FIG. 56).
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7. From within this dialog enter the System number (default is 1).
8. Click OK three times to close the open dialogs, save your settings, and return to the main NetLinx
Studio application.
9. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the Virtual System. The
default System value is one.
10. Right-click on the Empty Device Tree/System entry and select Refresh System to re-populate the
list.
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 7 for the Virtual NetLinx Master (VNM) is entered into
the Master Connection section of the System Settings page and the panel is restarted.
more information.
Step 3: Confirm and Upgrade the firmware via the USB port
Use the CC-USB Type-A to Mini-B 5-wire programming cable (FG10-5965) to provide communication
between the mini-USB Program port on the touch panel and the PC. This method of communication is
used to transfer firmware Kit files and TPD4 touch panel files.
A mini-USB connection is only detected after it is installed onto an active panel.
Connection to a previously powered panel which then reboots, allows the PC to
detect the panel and assign an appropriate USB driver.
1. Verify this 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, its now time to verify the panel is ready to receive files.
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. 57) to
view the devices on the Virtual System. The default System value is one.
4. Right-click on the System entry (FIG. 57) and select Refresh System to re-populate the list.
Verify the panel appears in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window.
The default Modero panel value is 10001.
Showing the Virtual Master
firmware version and
device number
Shows NetLinx Studio
version number
Showing the current Modero
panel firmware version and
device number
FIG. 57 NetLinx Workspace window (showing the panel connection via a Virtual NetLinx Master)
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The latest NXD-1000Vi firmware kit file is now panel-specific.
Only NXD-1000Vi firmware should be loaded onto ithis specific panel type.
This new firmware also provides both backwards compatibility with the previous
802.11b cards and new security protocols for the new 802.11g wireless CF card.
5. If the panel firmware being used is not current, download the latest Kit file by first logging in to
www.amx.com and then navigate to Tech Center > Firmware Files and from within the Modero
section of the web page locate your Modero panel.
6. Click on the desired Kit file link and after you’ve accepted the Licensing Agreement, verify you
have downloaded the Modero Kit file to a known location.
7. From within Studio, select Tools > Firmware Transfers > Send to NetLinx Device from the Main
menu to open the Send to NetLinx Device dialog (B in FIG. 58). Verify 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 (A in FIG. 58).
B
A
FIG. 58 Using USB for a Virtual Master transfer
8. Select the panel’s Kit file from the Files section.
9. 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.
10. Click the Reboot Device checkbox. This causes the touch panel to reboot after the firmware update
process is complete. The reboot of the panel can take up 30 seconds after the firmware process has
finished.
11. Click Send to begin the transfer. The file transfer progress is indicated on the bottom-right of the
dialog (B in FIG. 58).
12. As the panel is rebooting, temporarily unplug the USB connector on the panel until the panel has
completely restarted.
13. Once the first panel page has been displayed, reconnect the USB connector to the panel.
14. 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.
15. Confirm the panel has been properly updated to the correct firmware version.
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Upgrading the Modero Firmware via Ethernet (IP Address)
Before beginning with this section, verify that your panel is powered and connected to the NetLinx
Master through an Ethernet connection (direct or wireless).
Step 1: Prepare the Master for communication via an IP
1. Obtain the IP Address of the NetLinx Master from your System Administrator. If you do not have
an IP Address for the Master, refer to your particular Master’s instruction manual for more
information on obtaining this IP Address using NetLinx Studio 2.x.
ꢀ
ꢀ
From the Online Tree tab of the Workspace window, select the NetLinx Master.
Follow steps outlined in either the Obtaining or Assigning the Master’s IP Address sections
from your particular NetLinx Master instruction manual to use an address.
ꢀ
Note the IP Address and Gateway information.
2. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x (default location is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx
Studio 2 > NetLinx Studio 2).
3. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings from the Main menu to open the Master
Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 59).
FIG. 59 Assigning Master Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings
4. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog.
5. Click on the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate you are
working with a NetLinx Master (such as the NXC-ME260/64 or NI-Series of Integrated
Controllers).
6. Click on the TCP/IP radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate you
are connecting to the Master through an IP Address.
7. Click the Edit Settings button (on the Communications Settings dialog) to open the TCP/IP
Settings dialog (FIG. 59). This dialog contains a series of previously entered IP Address/URLs and
their associated names, all of which are stored within Studio and are user-editable.
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8. Click the New button to open the New TCP/IP Settings dialog where you can enter both a
previously obtained DHCP or Static IP Address and an associated description for the connection
into their respective fields.
9. Place a checkmark within the Automatically Ping the Master Controller to ensure availability radio
box to make sure the Master is initially responding online before establishing full communication.
10. Click OK to close the current New TCP/IP Settings dialog and return to the previous TCP/IP
Settings dialog where you must locate your new entry within the List of Addresses section.
11. Click the Select button to make that the currently used IP Address communication parameter.
12. Click OK to return to the Communications Settings dialog and place a checkmark within the
Authentication Required radio box if your Master has been previously secured with a username/
password.
13. Click on the Authentication Required radio box (if the Master is secured) and then press the User
Name and Password button to open the Master Controller User Name and Password dialog.
14. Within this dialog, you must enter a previously configured username and password (with sufficient
rights) before being able to successfully connect to the Master.
15. Click OK to save your newly entered information and return to the previous Communication
Settings dialog where you must click OK again to begin the communication process to your Master.
If you are currently connected to the assigned Master, a popup asks whether you
would want to temporarily stop communication to the Master and apply the new
settings.
16. Click Yes to interrupt the current communication from the Master and apply the new settings.
17. Click Reboot (from the Tools > Reboot the Master Controller dialog) and wait for the System
Master to reboot. The STATUS and OUTPUT LEDs should begin to alternately blink during the
incorporation. Wait until the STATUS LED is the only LED to blink.
18. Press Done once until the Master Reboot Status field reads *Reboot of System Complete*.
19. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the System.
The default System value is one (1).
20. Right-click the associated System number and select Refresh System. This establishes a new
connection to the specified System and populates the list with devices on that system. The
communication method is then highlighted in green on the bottom of the NetLinx Studio window.
Step 2: Prepare the panel for communication via an IP
1. Press the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to the word
Ethernet.
2. Press the blue 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.
3. Press the red Master IP/URL field to open a Keyboard and enter the NetLinx Master’s IP Address
(obtained from the Diagnostics - Networking Address dialog of the NetLinx Studio
application).
4. Click Done to accept the new value and return to the System Configuration page.
5. Do not alter the Master Port Number value (this is the default value used by NetLinx).
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6. Press the Back button to return to the Protected Setup page and press the on-screen Reboot button
to restart the panel and save any changes.
Step 3: Verify and Upgrade the panel firmware via an IP
1. Click the OnLine Tree tab in the Workspace window to view the devices on the System.
The default System value is one.
2. Right-click the associated System number (from the Workspace window) and select Refresh
System to detect of all devices on the current system, establish a new connection to the Master, and
refresh the System list with devices on that system.
3. After the Communication Verification dialog window verifies active communication between the
PC and the Master, verify the panel appears in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window
(FIG. 60). The default Modero panel value is 10001.
Showing the NetLinx Master
firmware version and
device number
Showing the current Modero
panel firmware version and
device number
Shows NetLinx Studio
version number
FIG. 60 NetLinx Workspace window (showing connected Modero panel)
The panel firmware is shown on the right of the listed panel.
4. If the panel firmware being used is not current, download the latest Kit file by first logging in to
www.amx.com and then navigate to Tech Center > Firmware Files and from within the Modero
section of the web page locate your Modero panel.
The latest NXD-1000Vi firmware kit file is now panel-specific.
Only NXD-1000Vi firmware should be loaded onto ithis specific panel type.
This new firmware also provides both backwards compatibility with the previous
802.11b cards and new security protocols for the new 802.11g wireless CF card.
5. Click on the desired Kit file link and after you’ve accepted the Licensing Agreement, verify you
have downloaded the Modero Kit file to a known location.
6. From within Studio, select Tools > Firmware Transfers > Send to NetLinx Device from the Main
menu to open the Send to NetLinx Device dialog (FIG. 61). Verify 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.
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Selected Firmware file
Description field for selected Kit file
Firmware download
status
Device and System values
listed in the Workspace window
must match the System and Device values
FIG. 61 Send to NetLinx Device dialog (showing Modero firmware update via IP)
7. Select the panel’s Kit file from the Files section (FIG. 61).
8. 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.
9. Click the Reboot Device checkbox. This causes the touch panel to reboot after the firmware update
process is complete. The reboot of the panel can take up 30 seconds after the firmware process has
finished.
10. Click Send to begin the transfer. The file transfer progress is indicated on the bottom-right of the
dialog (FIG. 61).
11. Click Close (after the panel reboots) to return to the main program.
12. 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.
13. Confirm the panel has been properly updated to the correct firmware version.
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Firmware Pages and Descriptions
This section describes each firmware page and their specific functional elements.
Setup Navigation Buttons
These Setup Navigation Buttons (FIG. 62) appear on the left of the panel screen when the Setup page is
currently active.
Closes the Setup page
Press to access the Protected Setup page for panel calibration and to access
security release passwords and connection settings.
Press to access the Information menu and select either Project Information or
Panel Information.
Press to access the Time Adjustment page where you can alter the time and
date settings on the Master.
Press the Audio Adjustments button to access the Audio Settings page where you can
alter the audio parameters on the Modero panel.
Press the Video Adjustment button to access the Video Adjustment page where
you can set the video properties for incoming video.
This button only appears on Color Video (CV) capable touch panels.
FIG. 62 Setup Navigation Buttons
Protected Setup Page
This button opens the Protected Setup page which centers around the properties used by the panel to
properly communicate with the NetLinx Master. Refer to both the Protected Setup Navigation
information.
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Setup Page
This page (FIG. 63) centers around basic Modero panel properties such as: Connection Status of the
panel, Display Timeout, Inactivity Page Flip Time, Inactivity page file, and the Panel Brightness.
Connection Status
Red Connection Status icon -
indicates no connection
to a Master
Green Connection Status icon -
indicates communication
to a Master
FIG. 63 Setup page
The elements of the Setup page are described in the table below:
Setup Page Elements
Exit:
Returns you to the Main touch panel page. In this case, the previous page is the
default Main page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
Connection Status:
Displays whether the panel is communicating externally, the encryption status
of the communicating Master, what connection type is being used (Ethernet or
USB), and what System the panel is a part of.
This visual display of the connection status is also reflected at the upper-right of
each firmware page. This allows the user to have a current visual update of the
panel’s connection status regardless of what page is currently active.
• When a connection is established, the message displayed is either:
"Connected via Ethernet " or "Connected via USB ".
• If no connection can be established by the Modero panel, it will continue to try
and establish a connection while displaying: "Attempting via ...".
• The word "Encrypted" appears only when an encrypted connection is
established with a target Master.
• The panel must be rebooted before incorporating any panel communication
changes and detecting any active Ethernet connections.
The Ethernet connection is not detected until after a reboot.
Display/Panel Timeout:
Sets the length of time the panel can remain idle before activating the sleep
mode. When the device goes into sleep mode, the LCD is powered-down.
• Press the UP/DN buttons to increase/decrease the time until the panel
times out. Range = 0 - 240 minutes.
• Use this button to set the timeout value to zero and disable the sleep mode.
• Note: Display timeout values affect battery performance. Small timeout values
increase the life of the battery charge. Greater timeout values may require
more frequent battery charging.
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Setup Page Elements (Cont.)
Inactivity Page Flip
Timeout:
Sets the number of minutes of inactivity before the panel automatically flips to a
pre-selected touch panel page. When the device goes into this inactivity mode,
the LCD does not power-down.
• Press the UP/DN buttons to increase/decrease the time the panel can remain
inactive before it flips to the preset page. Range = 0 - 240 minutes.
• Use this button to set the timeout value to zero and disable the inactivity page
flip mode.
• The touch panel page used for the Inactivity page flip is shown within a small
Inactivity Page field.
Panel Brightness:
Sets the display brightness level of the panel.
• Press the UP/DN buttons to adjust the brightness level. Range = 0 - 100.
• The on-screen bargraph can be dragged to adjust the Brightness level which
is then reflected as a corresponding numeric value within the Panel
Brightness field.
Information
FIG. 64 Information menu
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Project Information Page
The Project Information page displays the TPDesign4 (TPD4) project file properties currently loaded on
the selected Modero panel (FIG. 65). Refer to the TPDesign4 Touch Panel Program instruction manual
for more detailed program information.
FIG. 65 Project Information page (showing the TPD4 project properties tabs)
The elements of the Project Information page are described in the table below:
Project Information Page Elements
Back:
Returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
File Name:
Displays the name of the TPDesign4 project file downloaded to the panel.
Displays the designer information.
Designer ID:
File Revision:
Dealer ID:
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:
Sales Order:
Purchase Order:
Displays the sales order information.
Displays the purchase order information.
AMX IR 38k Assigned Port: Displays the AMX 38 kHz IR channel port used by the IR receiver on the panel.
• This information is pulled by the panel from AMX IR Receivers section of the
TPD4 Project Properties > IR Emitters & Receivers tab.
• For IR reception, this is the port that reports a push on for the corresponding
IR code.
• IR receivers and transmitters on G4 panels share the device address number
of the panel.
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Project Information Page Elements (Cont.)
AMX IR 455k
Assigned Port:
Displays the AMX 455 kHz IR channel port used by the IR receiver on the
panel.
This information is pulled by the panel from AMX IR Receivers section of the
TPD4 Project Properties > IR Emitters & Receivers tab.
• For IR reception, this is the port that reports a push on for the corresponding
IR code.
• IR receivers and transmitters on G4 panels share the device address number
of the panel.
Build Number:
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 (10th of second).
Job Comments:
Displays any comments associated to the job. These comments are taken from
the TPD4 project file.
Panel Information Page
The Panel Information page (FIG. 66) centers around Modero panel properties such as: resolution used,
on-board memory, firmware, address/channel information, and string information.
FIG. 66 Panel Information page (takes its’ information from the touch panel)
The elements of the Panel Information page are described in the table below:
Panel Information Page Elements
Back:
Returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
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Panel Information Page Elements (Cont.)
Panel Type:
Displays the model of the Modero panel being used.
Firmware Version:
Displays the G4 firmware version being used by the panel.
• Verify you have the latest version from www.amx.com.
Displays the setup port information/value being used by the panel.
Displays the high port (port count) value for the panel.
Setup Port:
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.
Serial Number:
Setup Pages Version:
Screen Width:
Displays the pixel width being used to display the incoming video signal on the
Modero panel.
• Maximum available screen width on a NXD-700Vi Modero panel is 800 pixels.
Screen Height:
Displays the pixel height being used to display the incoming video signal on the
Modero panel.
• Maximum available screen height on a NXD-700Vi Modero panel is 480
pixels.
Screen Refresh Rate:
Displays the video refresh rate applied to the incoming video signal from the
panel. Default rate is 60.
Screen Rotation:
Power Up Pages:
Displays the degree of rotation applied to the on-screen image.
Displays the first touch panel page assigned for display after the device is
powered-up.
• This information is taken from the TPD4 project file.
• Most projects begin with a Main page.
Start Up String:
Wake Up String:
Sleep String:
File System:
RAM:
Displays the start-up 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 Modero panel.
Displays the available RAM (or Extended Memory module) on the Modero
panel.
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Time & Date Setup Page
The options on the Time & Date Setup page (FIG. 67) allow you to set and adjust 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. 67 Time and Date Setup page
Touch panels do not have an on-board clock; 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: This section provides two options:
• The Get Time/Date button retrieves Time and Date information from the Master.
• The Set Time/Date button sets the Master to retain and save any time/date
modifications made on the panel.
Time Display fields:
Date Display fields:
• These fields display the time in three formats: STANDARD, STANDARD AM/PM,
and 24 HOUR.
• These fields display the calendar date information in several different formats.
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Time & Date Setup Page (Cont.)
Set Date/Time:
Use the UP/DN arrow buttons to adjust the Master’s calendar date and time. The
blue icon indicates which field is currently selected (see FIG. 67).
• Year range = 2000 - 2037
• Month range = 1 - 12
• Day range = 1 - 31
• Hour = 24-hour military
• Minute range = 0 - 59
• Second range = 0 - 59
Volume Page
The Volume page (FIG. 68) (accessed by pressing the Audio Adjustments button on the Setup page)
allows you to adjust the master volume parameters and default panel sounds on the panel.
FIG. 68 Volume configuration page
The elements of the Volume page are described in the table below:
Volume Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
Master Volume:
This section allows you to alter the current master volume level:
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the volume level (range = 0 - 100).
• The Master Volume bargraph indicates the current volume level.
• The Mute button toggles the Mute feature.
Default = 50
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Volume Page Elements (Cont.)
Default Panel Sounds:
Sets the Modero panel to play various sounds.
• 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.
Digital Audio Level:
This section allows you to adjust the current sound level on the internal panel
speaker:
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the volume output on the internal speakers
(range = 0 - 100).
• The Internal Sound Level bargraph indicates the current sound level.
• The Mute button mutes the volume.
Default = 50
Analog:
Line In Level:
Allows you to adjust the current Line-In volume level (being received from the
communicating breakout box).
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the Line-In volume level (range = 0 - 100).
• The Line-In Level bargraph indicates the current Line-In level.
• The Mute button mutes the Line-In volume.
Mic Out Level:
Allows you to adjust the current Microphone volume level (being received from
the communicating breakout box).
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the Microphone volume level
(range = 0 - 100).
• The Mic Out Level bargraph indicates the current Mic Out level.
Intercom:
Mic Level:
Adjusts the volume level on the panel’s microphone
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the microphone level (range = 0 - 100)
• The Mic Out Level bargraph indicates the current Mic Out level
Default = 40
Intercom Volume:
Sets the volume level for intercom calls
• Use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the Line-In volume level (range = 0 - 100)
• The Line-In Level bargraph indicates the current Line-In level
• The Mute button mutes the Line-In volume
Default = 40
Environmental acoustics, personal voice level and ambient noise are all deciding factors when setting
your mic, intercom and panel sound levels. Consider your environment when adjusting intercom and
sound levels and use caution so as not to damage the speaker.
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Supported sampling rates for WAV
The following is a listing of supported sampling rates associated for WAV files played on NXD-700Vi
panels. Some WAV files currently played on Modero's may not work on these panels. The supported
sampling rates for WAV files are:
Supported WAV Sampling Rates
• 48000 Hz
• 44100 Hz
• 32000 Hz
• 24000 Hz
• 22050 Hz
• 16000 Hz
• 12000 Hz
• 11025 Hz
• 8000 Hz
Video Adjustment Page
The Video Setup page (FIG. 69) (accessed by pressing the Video Adjustment button on the Setup page)
sets the Video properties of the incoming video signal from an NXA-AVB/ETHERNET Breakout Box.
Incoming Video signal
Once done making your screen
adjustments, SAVE SETTINGS.
FIG. 69 Video Setup page (showing default values)
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The elements of the Video Setup page are described in the table below:
Video Setup Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
Settings:
• The Default Settings button sets the video settings to their default values
(indicated in this table).
• The Undo Changes button disregards any changes made on the page since
the last settings were saved.
• The Save Settings button saves any changes made to this page.
Video Settings:
• The Black & White button toggles the Black & White display mode.
Default = Off.
• The Sharpness button toggles the Interpolate (Sharpness) feature.
Default = Off.
• The Interlace button toggles the Interlacing feature.
Default = On.
Status:
Displays whether or not a video-sync signal is detected.
Format:
Allows you to press this blue field and cycle through a choice of available video
formats (NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or Auto detect).
• Default = Auto.
Brightness:
Contrast:
Saturation:
Hue:
Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the brightness level of the incoming signal.
• Range = 0 - 255, default = 128.
Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the contrast level of the incoming signal.
• Range = 0 - 255, default = 128.
Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the color saturation level of the incoming signal.
• Range = 0 - 255, default = 128.
Use the UP/DN buttons to alter the hue level of the incoming signal.
• Range = 0 - 255, default = 128.
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Protected Setup Navigation Buttons
The Protected Setup Navigation Buttons (FIG. 70) appear on the left of the panel screen when the
Protected Setup page is currently active.
Press to access the System Settings page where you can configure
communication settings for the NetLinx Master and the panel.
Press to access the Wireless Settings page where
you can setup the wireless connection parameters used by the internal
NXA-WC80211GCF wireless interface card.
Press to access the Calibration page where you can calibrate the panel.
Press to access the G4 Web Control page where you can enable or disable remote
display and control of the panel via a web-enabled PC running a VNC client.
Press the Sensors button to access the Sensors Setup page where you can
modify/monitor both the light and motion sensor settings.
Press to access the Other Settings menu and select Cache, Passwords, or
SIP.
Press to access the Tools menu and select Panel Logs, Panel Statistics, or
Connection Utility.
FIG. 70 Protected Setup Navigation Buttons
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Protected Setup Page
The Protected Setup page (FIG. 71) centers around the properties used by the panel to properly
communicate with the NetLinx Master. Enter the factory default password (1988) into the password
keypad to access this page.
FIG. 71 Protected Setup page-showing default values
The elements of the Protected Setup page are described in the table below:
Protected Setup Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
Device Number:
Options:
Opens a keypad that is used to set and display the current device number.
Allows you to select various touch panel features:
• The Function Show button enables the display of the channel port and
channel code in the top left corner of the button, the level port and level code
in the bottom left corner, and the address port and address code in the
bottom right corner (see FIG. 73 for an example of the function locations).
• Use the Page Tracking button to toggle page tracking. When enabled, the
touch panel sends page data back to the NetLinx Master, or vice versa
depending on the touch panel settings.
• Use the Telnet button to enable or disable the telnet server on the panel. This
feature focuses on direct telnet communication to the panel.
• Use the Front Button Setup Access button to activate the grey Front Setup
Access button (located below the LCD) to access the firmware pages.
- Default condition is On.
- Press and hold this grey button for 3 seconds to access the Setup page.
- Press and hold this grey button for 6 seconds to access the Calibration
page.
Reboot Panel:
Pressing this button causes the panel to restart after saving any changes.
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Protected Setup Page Elements (Cont.)
System Recovery:
Allows you to either reset the touch panel to factory default settings and/or wipe
out all existing touch panel pages:
• The Reset System Settings button allows a user to wipe out all current
configuration parameters on the touch panel (such as IP Addresses, Device
Number assignments, Passwords, and other presets).
- Pressing this button launches a Confirmation dialog (FIG. 72) which asks
you to confirm your selection.
- This dialog is configured with a delay timer that does not enable the YES
button for 5 seconds. This delay provides an additional amount of time for
the user to confirm their decision.
• The Remove User Pages button allows you remove all current TPD4 touch
panel pages currently on the panel (including the pre-installed AMX Demo
pages).
- Pressing this button launches a Confirmation dialog (FIG. 72) which asks
you to confirm your selection.
- This dialog is configured with a delay timer that does not enable the YES
button for 5 seconds. This delay provides an additional amount of time for
the user to confirm their decision.
You have a wait time of 5 seconds
before the YES option is enabled.
FIG. 72 Protected Setup page-System Recovery confirmation dialog
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Channel Code
Channel Port
3,132
BUTTON
2,8
3,50
Level Port
Channel Code
Address Port
Address Code
FIG. 73 Button/slider Function Show example
System Settings Page
The System Settings page (FIG. 74) sets the Secondary DNS Address information with its corresponding
IP communication parameters, NetLinx Master communication settings, and reads the device number
assigned to the Modero panel.
IP Settings section
Master Connection section
(NetLinx Master properties)
Master Connection features do not take
effect until the panel is rebooted
Red fields are user-editable
Blue fields cycle through choices
Grey fields are read-only
FIG. 74 System Settings page showing default values (reads and assigns values to the panel and Master)
The elements of the System Settings page are described in the table below:
System Settings Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
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System Settings Page Elements (Cont.)
IP Settings:
Sets the IP communication values for the panel and contains:
Sets the panel to either DHCP or Static communication modes.
DHCP/Static
• DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) assigns IP Addresses from
client stations logging onto a TCP/IP network via a DHCP server.
• Static IP is a permanent IP Address that is assigned to a node in a TCP/IP
network.
IP Address
Sets the secondary IP Address assigned to the panel.
Sets a subnetwork address to the panel.
Subnet Mask
• Subnetwork mask is the technique used by the IP protocol to filter messages
into a particular network segment (Subnet).
Gateway
Sets a gateway value to the panel.
• Gateway is a computer that either performs protocol conversion between
different types of networks/applications or acts as a go-between two or more
networks that use the same protocols.
Host Name
Sets the host name of the panel.
Primary DNS
Sets the address of the primary DNS server used for host name lookups.
• DNS (Domain Name System) is software that lets users locate computers on
a local network or the Internet (TCP/IP network) by host and domain. The
DNS server maintains a database of host names for its’ domain and their
corresponding IP Addresses.
Secondary DNS
Domain
Sets a secondary DNS value to the panel.
Sets the unique name on the Internet to the panel for DNS look-up.
• The panel belongs to the DNS domain.
Ethernet Mode
MAC Address
Sets the speed of the Ethernet connection to the panel.
• Choices are: Auto, 10 Half Duplex, 10 Full Duplex, 100 Half Duplex, or
100 Full Duplex.
Displays a read-only field that is factory set by AMX for the built-in Ethernet
interface.
Master Connection:
Sets the NetLinx Master communication values:
Type
Sets the NetLinx Master to communicate with the panel via either USB or
Ethernet. This is based on the cable connection from the rear.
ICSNet is not a supported option on this panel.
• 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.
• USB option cannot be used on Modero panels which are not equipped with a
rear USB port.
Mode
Cycles between the different connection modes (URL, Listen, 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 because the panel obtains this
information from the communicating Master.
• Listen - In this mode, add the Modero 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 red-only.
• Auto - In this mode, enter the System Number and a username/password
(if applicable). This mode is used when both the panel and the NetLinx
Master are on the same Subnet and the Master has its UDP feature enabled.
- Master IP/URL field is read-only.
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System Settings Page Elements (Cont.)
Master Connection (Cont.):
System Number
Allows you to enter a system number. Default value is 0 (zero).
(ETHERNET Only - disabled when USB is selected)
Master IP/URL
Sets the Master IP or URL of the NetLinx Master.
(ETHERNET Only - disabled when USB is selected)
Master Port Number
Allows you to enter the port number used with the NetLinx Master.
• Default value is 1319. (ETHERNET Only - disabled when USB is selected)
Username/Password
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.
Refer to the Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode section on page 55 for more detailed information
on using the System Settings page.
Wireless Settings Page
Use the options on the Wireless Settings page (FIG. 75) to configure communication settings for the
wireless CF card (802.11g), and read the device number assigned to the panel.
FIG. 75 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 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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Wireless Settings Page (Cont.)
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.
• Static IP is a permanent IP Address assigned to the panel. If Static IP is
selected, the other IP Settings fields are enabled (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).
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 Site Survey page. The options on this page
allow you to detect (“sniff-out”) all WAPs transmitting within range of the
panel’s NXA-WC80211GCF 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 net-
work. Selecting any of the connection method buttons invokes the relevant con-
figuration page, with options that allow you to define parameters specific to the
selected method of connection.
details on these security options.
Open (Clear Text)
This button opens the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 76 on page 95).
“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 communi-
cate with the network.
details on these security options.
Static WEP
This button opens the Static WEP Settings page (FIG. 77 on page 96).
“Static WEP” security requires that both a target WAP be identified and an
encryption method be implemented prior to establishing communication.
these security options.
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Wireless Settings Page (Cont.)
Wireless Security (Cont.):
WPA-PSK
This button opens the WPA-PSK Settings page (FIG. 78 on page 98).
“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. 82 on page 104).
“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. 83 on page 106).
“EAP-TTLS” security is designed for wireless environments where it is
necessary to first have a Radius server directly validate the identity of the client
(panel) before allowing it access to the network.
• For information on uploading a certificate file, refer to the AMX Certificate
EAP-TLS
This button opens the EAP-TLS Settings page (FIG. 84 on page 108).
“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.
• For information on uploading a certificate file, refer to the AMX Certificate
EAP-LEAP
This button opens the EAP-LEAP Settings page (FIG. 79 on page 100).
“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.
EAP-FAST
This button opens the EAP-FAST Settings page (FIG. 81 on page 102).
“EAP-FAST” security is designed for wireless environments where security and
ease of setup are equally desirable.
Site Survey:
The Site Survey tool allows you to detect and view detailed information on all
WAPs within the panel’s communication area. Using this tool, you can select a
WAP to connect to.
using this tool.
RF Link Info:
SSID
These options set communication values for the wireless interface card:
Displays the currently used SSID of the target WAP.
Channel
The RF channel being used for connection to the WAP (read -only).
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Wireless Settings Page (Cont.)
RF Link Info (Cont.):
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.
Data Rate
The data rate (in Mbps) at which the panel is currently communicating with the
target WAP.
Note: Data rates for 802.11b communication are: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps.
Secondary Connection Page
The Secondary Connection page sets the communication information for an installed wireless interface
card. The NXD-CV5 Touch panel is not enabled for wireless communication and therefore, this page is
not user-editable.
Wireless Security Page
The options on the Wireless Security page allow you to select from 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).
Some encryption and security features may/may not be supported depending on the type of wireless card
being used:
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.
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802.11g wireless card
Wireless Security pages (each Wi Fi card supports different security features)
Open (Clear Text) Settings
Press the Open (Clear Text) button to open the Open (Clear Text) Settings page (FIG. 76).
FIG. 76 Wireless Settings page - Open (Clear Text) Settings
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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 permit-
ted 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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these security options.
Static WEP Settings
Press the Static WEP button to open the Static WEP Settings page (FIG. 77).
FIG. 77 Wireless Settings page - Static WEP Settings
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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 permit-
ted 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.
Generate (Passphrase):
This button displays an on-screen keyboard which allows you to enter a pass-
phrase. The panel then automatically generates four WEP keys (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 pan-
els.
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 sup-
ported by the internal wireless card.
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Static WEP Settings (Cont.)
Current Key:
Displays the current WEP key in use.
• When working with a single panel and a single WAP, it is recommended that
you manually enter the Current Key from the WAP into the selected WEP
Key.
• When working with a single WAP and multiple panels, it is recommended
that you generate a Current Key using the same passphrase on all panels
and then enter the panel-produced WEP key manually into the Wireless
Access Point.
• 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 + WEP (broadcast
publicly) or Shared + WEP (encrypted).
• An Open + WEP network allows connections from any client without
authentication.
• A Shared + WEP 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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feature.
WPA-PSK Settings
Press the Static WEP button to opens the Static WEP Settings dialog (FIG. 78).
FIG. 78 Wireless Settings page - WPA-PSK Settings
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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).
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 permit-
ted 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:
Save/Cancel:
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.
• 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-LEAP Settings
Press the EAP-LEAP button to open the EAP-LEAP Settings page (FIG. 79).
FIG. 79 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 but can be utilized successfully by
implementing sufficiently complex passwords.
EAP-LEAP security is designed for wireless environments where it is not required to have a client or
server certificate validation scheme in place, yet necessary to transmit data securely over a wireless
network.
EAP-LEAP 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 permit-
ted 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.
• 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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EAP-LEAP Settings (Cont.)
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. Typ-
ically, 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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FIG. 80 EAP-LEAP sample Cisco System Security page
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Refer to FIG. 80 for an example of what a typical EAP-LEAP system configuration page
would like.
EAP-FAST Settings
Press the EAP-FAST button to open the EAP-FAST Settings dialog (FIG. 81).
FIG. 81 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
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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 permit-
ted 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.
• 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. Typ-
ically, 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 repre-
sent 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: anony-
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.
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EAP-FAST Settings (Cont.)
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. 82).
FIG. 82 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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PEAPv0
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 permit-
ted 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.
• 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. Typ-
ically, 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.
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.
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)
• TLS
• GTC (used with PEAPv1)
• OTP
• MD5-Challenge
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. 83).
FIG. 83 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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An anonymous identity must be specified until the secure tunnel between the panel and the
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 it is necessary to have the Radius
server directly validate 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 your 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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EAP-TTLS Settings (Cont.)
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 repre-
sent 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:
• MSCHAPv2 (default because its the most common)
• MSCHAP
• PAP
• CHAP
• EAP-MSCHAPv2
• EAP-GTC
• EAP-OTP
• EAP-MD5-Challenge
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. 84).
FIG. 84 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 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 permit-
ted 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.
• 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. Typ-
ically, this is in the form of a username such as: [email protected].
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EAP-TLS Settings (Cont.)
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.
Client Certificate:
Private Key:
Opens an on-screen keyboard. Enter the name of the file containing the client
(panel) certificate for use in certifying the identity of the client (panel).
Client Certificates and their parameters.
When pressed, the panel displays an on-screen Client Private Key File Loca-
tion keyboard which allows you to enter 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 there is no password protection 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
There are several ways in which a client certificate can be configured by an IT department. 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
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AMX supports the following security certificates
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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
It is important to 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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Calibration Page
This page (FIG. 85) allows you to calibrate the touch panel using a pre-selected touch driver.
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Press and hold the grey Front Setup Access button (below the Modero LCD) for 6 seconds to
access the Calibration page.
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Press the crosshairs to calibrate the panel and return to the last active firmware page.
The request to touch the crosshairs
is the first on-screen message
Calibration successful is the second
on-screen message that appears
after the calibration process is
completed
On-screen crosshairs used for
calibration of the touch device
FIG. 85 Calibration page (actually 3 separate screens)
If the calibration was improperly set and you cannot return to the Calibration
page (through the panel’s firmware); you can access this firmware page via
G4 WebControl where you can navigate to the Protected Setup page and press the
Calibrate button through your VNC window.
This action causes the panel to go to the Calibration page seen above, where you
can physically recalibrate the actual touch panel again using the above procedures.
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G4 Web Control 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. 86).
FIG. 86 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 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 allows you to toggle 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
Displays “Wireless” when the panel is communicating via a Wireless Access
Point (WAP).
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.
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.
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G4 Web Control Page (Cont.)
G4 Web Control Timeout:
Sets the length of time (in minutes) that the panel can remain idle (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)
FIG. 87 Sample relationship between G4 Web Control and Mange WebControl Connections window
instructions on how to use the G4 Web Control page with the new web-based NetLinx Security
application.
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Sensor Setup
The Sensor Setup page (FIG. 88) allows you to adjust the Light and Motion Sensor parameters on a
Modero touch panel.
FIG. 88 Sensor Setup page
A light level value between the Minimum and Maximum DIM Mode values delivers an
average light level. The DIM mode Min Level can never exceed the DIM Mode Max
Level.
The elements of the Sensor Setup page are described in the table below:
Sensor Setup Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
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Sensor Setup Page Elements (Cont.)
Light Sensor:
Allows you to monitor and alter the sensitivity of the Modero panel light sensor:
• The Light Sensor Level field indicates the level used to report the light
sensor level back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
• The Light Sensor Level Port field indicates the port used to report the light
sensor level back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
• The Light Sensor Channel field indicates the level used to report the sensor
channel back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4). It is On when you are
below the Maximum dim mode level (read-only).
• The Light Sensor Channel Port field indicates the port used to report the
sensor channel back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
• The Light Level field provides a numeric value representing the current value
of the light level detected by the on-board photo-sensor.
• The Light Level bargraph displays a horizontal bargraph indicating the current
value of the light level detected by the on-board photo-sensor. This bargraph
provides a visual representation of the numeric value displayed within the
Light Level field.
• Use the Dim Mode Max Level bargraph to alter the Maximum DIM level
value used to activate the DIM Mode Brightness Level (range = 0 - 100).
• Use the Dim Mode Min Level bargraph to alter the Minimum DIM level value
used to activate the DIM Mode Brightness Level (range = 0 - 100).
- The position of this bargraph can never exceed that of the Dim Mode
Max Level.
Dim Mode Minimum
Brightness:
Allows you to alter the sensitivity of the Modero panel light sensor:
• Toggle the Enable/Enabled button to either active/inactive the DIM Mode
feature:
- Enable - activates this feature. Once active (by receiving a value below the
Dim Mode Min Level value), the current light level ramps to the DIM Mode
value within a few seconds.
- Enabled - (illuminated when selected) deactivates this feature.
• Use the DIM Mode Brightness UP/DN buttons to alter the DIM level.
- Range = 0 - 100.
- The lower the value, the darker a room must be before the LCD Brightness
value changes to conform to a DIM room (and vice versa with a higher
value).
• The DIM Mode Minimum Brightness bargraph indicates the current DIM
Mode Brightness level.
- This level corresponds to the brightness level of the LCD used when
the DIM Mode is active.
- The Brightness value of the panel in a DIM room (low-light) is much
less than that of a Non-DIM (well to brightly-lit) where the LCD Brightness
must be higher to display the screen content clearly.
Motion Sensor:
Provides the following fields:
• The Motion Detection field displays a reactive button that changes color
(illuminates) and displays the words "Motion Detected" when motion is
detected by the Modero panel’s front motion sensor.
• The Motion Sensor Port field indicates the port used to report the motion
sensor channel back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
• The Motion Sensor Channel field indicates the channel used to report the
motion sensor channel back to the NetLinx Master (set in TPD4) (read-only).
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Sensor Setup Page Elements (Cont.)
Wake Panel On Motion
Sense:
The Wake Panel Sensitivity relates to the sensitivity of the motion sensor to
detect motion and wake the panel accordingly.
• Toggle the Enable/Enabled button to either active/inactive this feature:
- Enable - activates this feature. Activating this feature reactivates the
panel from a panel timeout (sleep) mode.
- Enabled - (illuminated when selected) deactivates this feature and
makes the panel use the specified Display Timeout value set on the
Setup Page.
• Use the Wake Panel UP/DN buttons to alter the sensitivity value.
- Range = 0 - 100.
• The horizontal WAKE PANEL SENSITIVITY bargraph indicates the current
motion sensitivity value associated with waking the panel from a timeout.
There is a relationship between the motion sensor and the panel sleep feature. If a
panel is set to Sleep Mode, there is a time delay before the motion sensor is activated
to detect motion. By creating a time delay to the detection, this allows a user to set
the sleep mode and leave the panels’ detection range. In this way, the panel doesn’t
awake immediately after the sleep is active and you move away.
Making the most of the Automated Brightness Control feature (DIM Mode)
Please follow the steps below to set up Automated Brightness Control:
1. Set the lighting conditions in the room to maximum (turn On all the lights).
2. Set the Maximum Panel Brightness, from the Setup page, to a comfortable level.
Sitting in front of the panel, you should be able to comfortably see someone sitting
behind the panel without being “blinded” by the panel.
3. Open the Sensors Setup page (FIG. 88) from the Protected Setup menu section.
4. Move around the panel and block the direct or indirect light from the room fixtures with your body.
Take note of the drop in the lighting level being detected by the panel in response to your
movements.
5. Set the Maximum brightness of the Dimmer (Dim Mode Max Level) below the detected drop. This
will make sure that the panel does not react to variations in the lighting conditions of a normal
working environment.
The maximum (upper level) of the dimmer should be at least 15% lower than the
maximum detected level.
6. Set the minimum lighting conditions in the room (not complete darkness but the minimal lighting
setup, unless complete darkness is an “operational option” for the room).
7. Set the Minimum Dimmer Brightness (Dim Mode Min Level) to a comfortable level by sitting in
front of the panel. You should be able to comfortably see someone sitting behind the panel without
being “blinded” by the panel.
8. Move around the panel and block the direct or indirect light from the room fixtures with your body.
Take note of the drop in the lighting level being detected by the panel in response to your
movements.
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9. Set the Minimum brightness of the Dimmer (Dim Mode Max Level) below the detected drop. This
will make sure that the panel does not react to variations in the lighting conditions of a normal
working environment.
The minimum (lower level) of the dimmer should be at least 10% lower than the
minimum detected level (ex: lower dimmer level at 30% if the detected lighting of the
room is at 40%).
Other Settings
The Other Settings button provides a menu to select the Image Caching page, Password Setup page, or
SIP Settings page. Select any option to access its page.
FIG. 89 Other Settings menu
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Image Caching Page
The Image Caching page (FIG. 90) configures the allocation of memory for image caching. The G4
graphics engine caches images to decrease load time of previously viewed images. RAM caching is
always enabled, and images (both static and dynamic) are stored in the RAM cache as they are viewed.
The size of RAM cache is automatically configured to take into account available memory versus
memory that may be needed by the panel later. As the RAM cache approaches its maximum size, the
oldest items in the cache may be discarded to make room for newer items. If Flash caching is enabled,
dynamic images that would have been discarded will actually be moved to Flash, since it is typically
faster to retrieve images on Flash than across a network (although it is slower than RAM cache). Note
that since static images are already stored on Flash, they are never moved to the Flash cache, so Flash
caching applies only to dynamic images. Images in Flash cache are moved back to RAM cache the next
time they are viewed. As the Flash cache approaches its maximum size, the least recently used items may
be discarded to make room for new items.
FIG. 90 Image Caching Page
The elements of this page include:
Image Caching Page Elements
Back:
Saves all changes and returns to the previous page.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of each Setup page 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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Image Caching Page Elements
Image Cache Settings:
Allocates Flash memory for image caching.
Flash Cache Size
Press the Up and Down arrows to add and remove memory. Flash memory
allocation cannot exceed the amount of Flash memory on the panel.
Flash/RAM Cache Expires Press the Up and Down arrows to change the amount of time the images stay
in cache memory. The options are:
• Never
• 2 Hours
• 8 Hours
• 1 Day
• 2 Days
• 5 Days
Enable:
Press this button to toggle the image Flash cache option On and Off.
Press this button to clear both the Flash and RAM cache of all stored images.
The status of the memory available versus in use.
Clear Cache:
Image Cache Status:
RAM Max Size
RAM Current Size
RAM Hit Rate
The maximum amount of memory available for all image caching.
The memory that is currently in use for caching static and dynamic images.
The percentage of image requests (static and dynamic) satisfied by accessing
the cache.
100 * (# of cache hits) / (# of cache hits + # of cache misses)
# of cache hits - the number of times an image was requested that the image
was found in the cache
# of cache misses - the number of times an image was requested that the
image could not be found in the cache, and the image had to either be loaded
from flash or obtained via the network (for dynamic images). It is considered a
RAM Cache Miss even if the image is subsequently found in flash cache.
Items in Cache (RAM)
Flash Current Size
The number of images that are currently stored in the RAM cache.
The maximum flash space allocated for image caching. Flash space is used for
caching only when there is not enough available memory in the RAM cache for
a newly requested image (it is used only for dynamic images).
Flash Hit Rate
The percentage of image requests (dynamic only) that are satisfied by
accessing the flash cache.
100 * (# of flash cache hits) / (# of flash cache hits + # of flash cache misses)
# of flash cache hits - # of times a dynamic image could not be found in RAM
cache but was found in flash cache
# of flash cache misses - # of times a dynamic image could not be found in
either RAM or flash cache. RAM cache hits are not relevant in this calculation.
Items in Cache (Flash)
The number of images that are currently stored in the Flash cache.
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Setting the image cache
In the Protected Setup page:
Cache page.
2. Set the cache expiration in the field Flash/RAM Cache Expires. The Up and Down arrows increment
through the available time frames.
3. Press the Enable button to turn on image caching. The button appears illuminated when enabled.
You can allocate Flash memory for image caching, but RAM cache is always enabled.
Select the Up and Down arrows for the field Flash Cache Size to increase or reduce the amount of Flash
memory used; the maximum amount of flash that can be allocated for caching is 75% of available flash.
Clearing the image cache
In the Protected Setup page:
Cache page.
2. Press Clear Cache. This clears all image cache currently stored on the panel (both Flash and
RAM).
Checking image cache status
In the Protected Setup page:
Press the Cache button in the Protected Setup Navigation Buttons section. This opens the Image Cache
page. All status information is located in the Image Cache Status section of the page.
Password Setup Page
The Password Setup page (FIG. 91) centers around the properties used to assign passwords for the
Modero panel pages.
FIG. 91 Password Setup page
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The elements of the Password Setup page are described in the table below:
Password Setup Page Elements
Back:
Saves the changes and returns you to the previously active touch panel page.
Connection Status icon:
This visual display of the connection status allows the user to have a current
visual update of the panel’s connection status regardless of what page is
currently active.
• A Lock only appears on the icon if the panel has established a connection
with a currently secured target Master (requiring a username and password).
In Panel Password
Change:
Accesses the alphanumeric values associated to particular password sets.
• PASSWORD 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (protected) buttons open a keyboard where you can
enter alphanumeric values associated to a selected password group.
• Clearing Password #5 removes the need to enter a password before
accessing the Protected Setup page.
SIP Settings Page
The options on the SIP Settings page (FIG. 92) enable you to establish network settings for using your
touch panel as an IP phone. With a CSG SIP Communications Gateway (FG2182-01, -02, -03), you can
use your touch panel to make and receive local, long distance, and international phone calls, and have
access to phone features like call waiting, caller ID, call forwarding, call queuing, and voice mail.
Setting up your touch panel as a telephone requires that you set it up as one in the CSG SIP
Communications Gateway. Refer to the CSG SIP Communications Gateway Operation/Reference Guide
for information on setting up your touch panel to work as a telephone.
FIG. 92 SIP Settings page
You may need to load a Duet module to enable the touch panel to receive SIP calls. The Duet module
translates between the standard interface and the device protocol. It parses the buffer for responses from
the device, sends strings to control the device, and receives commands from the UI module or telnet
sessions. Refer to the documentation supplied with the Duet Module for more details.
A sample UI module is provided in the module package. It is not intended to cover
every possible application, but can be expanded as needed by a dealer to meet the
requirements of a particular installation.
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Features on this page include:
SIP 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 shows online/offline state
of the panel to the master.
• Bright red - disconnected
• Bright green - connected. Blinks when a blink message is received to dark
green every 5 seconds for half a second then go back to bright green.
• Bright yellow - panel missed a blink message from the master. It will remain
yellow for 3 missed blink messages and then turn red. It will return to green
when a blink message is received.
Note: A lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Status:
This option enables the SIP Stack on startup. If you disable this option, the
panel will not attempt to read the rest of the configuration and will not register
with a proxy server. However, point-to-point SIP will still be enabled allowing for
existing intercom functionality.
Connection State:
Proxy Address:
This option displays whether you are connected to the proxy server.
This option enables you to enter the IP address or DNS name of the proxy
server that you want to use to register.
Port Number:
The option displays the port you use to connect to the proxy server. The
standard SIP port is 5060, but some providers use different ports.
STUN Address:
This option enables you to enter the IP address or DNS name of the Simple
Traversal of UDP through NATs (STUN) server. This field is optional.
Local Domain:
User Name:
This is the realm used for authentication. This field is optional.
This option enables you to enter the user name used for authentication to the
proxy server. Normally, the user name is the same as the phone number
assigned to the extension you are using. This field is optional.
Password:
This option enables you to enter the password for the user at the proxy server.
This field is optional.
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Tools
The Tools button provides a menu to select either the Panel Logs Page section on page 123, the Panel
Statistics Page section on page 124, or the Connection Utility Page section on page 126. Select any of
the options to access that page.
FIG. 93 Tools menu
Panel Logs Page
The options on the Panel Logs page allow you to view and track the connection history of the panel
(FIG. 94).
FIG. 94 Panel Logs page
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Features on this page include:
Panel Logs 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 shows online/offline state
of the panel to the master.
• Bright red - disconnected
• Bright green - connected. Blinks when a blink message is received to dark
green every 5 seconds for half a second then go back to bright green.
• Bright yellow - panel missed a blink message from the master. It will remain
yellow for 3 missed blink messages and then turn red. It will return to green
when a blink message is received.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
Connection Logs
Clear
A history of all connections, attempts, and failures for the panel.
Clears the Connection Logs history.
Refresh
Refreshes the Connection Logs history.
Page
Indicates the current page of the Connection Logs.
Use the Up and Down arrows to move from one page to the next.
Checking the Panel Connection Logs
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Logs button. All connection data is contained in the section
Connection Logs.
Refreshing the Panel Connections Log
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Logs button.
3. Push the Refresh button.
Clearing the Panel Connections Log
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Logs button.
3. Push the Clear button.
4. Confirm your selection.
Panel Statistics Page
The options on the Panel Statistics page allow you to track the connection status for the panel. The Panel
Statistics page tracks ICSP messages, Blink messages, Ethernet connection statistics, and Wireless
connection statistics (FIG. 91).
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FIG. 95 Panel Statistics page
Features on this page include:
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 Setup page shows online/offline state of
the panel to the master.
• Bright red - disconnected
• Bright green - connected. Blinks when a blink message is received to dark green
every 5 seconds for half a second then go back to bright green.
• Bright yellow - panel missed a blink message from the master. It will remain
yellow for 3 missed blink messages and then turn red. It will return to green
when a blink message is received.
Note: a Lock appears on the icon if the panel is connected to a secured NetLinx
Master.
ICSP Messages
Total
Messages sent between the master and the touch panel; it is the protocol they use
to communicate to each other.
• Received - The total ICSP messages received by the panel.
• Processed - The total ICSP messages processed by the panel.
• Dropped - The total ICSP messages dropped by the panel.
Last 15 Minutes
• Received - The total ICSP messages received by the panel in the last 15
minutes.
• Processed - The total ICSP messages processed by the panel in the last 15
minutes.
• Dropped - The total ICSP messages dropped by the panel in the last 15 minutes.
The master sends this message once every 5 seconds to all connected devices.
• Received - The total Blink messages received by the panel.
Blink Messages
Total
• Missed - The total Blink messages missed by the panel.
Last 15 Minutes
• Received - The total Blink messages received by the panel in the last 15 minutes.
• Missed - The total Blink messages missed by the panel in the last 15 minutes.
The Ethernet connection statistics for the panel.
Ethernet Statistics
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Panel Statistics Page (Cont.)
Wireless Statistics
Clear
The Wireless connection statistics for the panel.
Clears all panel connection statistics.
Refresh
Refreshes all panel connection statistics.
Checking the Panel Statistics
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Statistics button. All connection statistics are contained on
this page, e.g., Received, Processed, and Dropped ICSP Messages.
Refreshing the Panel Statistics
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Statistics button.
3. Push the Refresh button.
Clearing the Panel Statistics
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Panel Statistics button.
3. Push the Clear button.
4. Confirm your selection.
Connection Utility Page
The options on the Connection Utility page allow you to utilize your panel as a site survey tool. While in
this page, move around your wireless network coverage area and see if there are any weak points within
the spaces between your WAPs (FIG. 91).
FIG. 96 Connection Utility page
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Features on this page include:
Connection Utility Page
Close:
Closes the Connection Utility popup.
Connection Status icon:
The icon in the upper-right corner of the utility provides a constant visual i
indication of current connection status.
A message is sent to the master once per second and expects a response.
• If it is received the button stays green.
• If it is missed the button goes yellow.
• After three misses (3 seconds) it will go red until a response from the master
is received, and then it will be green again.
Once per second, a user can know whether they are standing in a good
wireless area (all green), an area of limited coverage (lots of yellow, some
green, some red), or an area with no coverage (all red).
Connection Information
Master IP
The IP Address for the connected master.
The IP Address for the panel.
Panel IP
Wireless Information
WAP MAC
The MAC Address for the WAP currently in use.
If the MAC Address changes, it means the panel has switched/roamed to a
different access point. This can be used to determine coverage for each access
point and help isolate "brown" areas where coverage is minimal or non-existent,
and thus require another access installed.
SSID
Displays the currently used SSID of the target WAP.
Channel
Data Rate
The RF channel being used for connection to the WAP (read -only).
The data rate (in Mbps) at which the panel is currently communicating with the
target WAP.
Note: Data rates for 802.11b communication are: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps.
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.
Connection Statistics
Query Messages Sent
Responses Received
Responses Missed
The number of messages sent from the panel to the master.
The number of responses the panel has received from the master.
The number of expected responses from the master to the panel missed.
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Using the Connection Utility
menu.
2. Within the Tools menu, press the Connection Utility button. This launches the Connection Utility
popup.
3. Move the panel throughout your wireless network, and changes within the utility. The Connection
Information notes the IP of the connected master and the IP of your panel. The Wireless Information
indicates the current wireless connection method for the panel, e.g., the MAC Address for the WAP
currently in use. The Connection Statistics show the current quality of the panel connection.
4. Push Close when you are done using the site survey tool.
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EAP Security & Server Certificates
Overview
The following EAP types all support a server certificate:
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
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 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. 97). Below is a description of this process. It is important to note that there is no user intervention
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
(supplicant)
Authenticator
(Wireless Access Point)
(RADIUS Server)
FIG. 97 EAP security method in process
A server certificate file uses a certificate that is 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 then, 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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Full Duplex Intercom
Full Duplex Intercom
Overview
VoIP technology gives users the ability to instantly create a high-quality, digital home/office intercom
network with no additional equipment required. By utilizing VoIP intercom, system integration is simple
and calls sound incredibly clear.
Incorporating an intercom capable panel into your NetLinx
system
Download the module for the intercom panel from www.amx.com, and include it in your NetLinx
project file. For searching purposes, the module manufacturer is AMX and the model is Intercom.
The intercom module will only work with AMX intercom capable panels.
Panel Intercom Configuration
Setup
The setup page allows you to set the session timeout for intercom calls, toggle intercom auto-answer on
and off, and provides access to the Advanced Setup page.
FIG. 98 Intercom Setup Page
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Setting the Intercom Session Timeout
1. Select the Setup button on your intercom page.
2. Press the up or down arrows to increment the timeout up by 1 second in each direction. If your call
FIG. 99 Extend Call Popup
3. Press Exit when you are finished.
Setting Intercom Auto Answer
1. Select the Setup button on your intercom page.
2. Press the button beneath Auto-Answer to toggle the option. The button indicates its current state.
3. Press Exit when you are finished.
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Advanced Setup
The intercom’s advanced setup pages are accessed through the intercom setup pages. The advanced
pages allow you to set the panel intercom to be monitored, to monitor other intercom panels, and to name
the panel. It is important to name the intercom panel; the name is displayed in other panels’ intercom call
directory pages.
FIG. 100 Intercom Advanced Setup Page
Allowing a panel to be monitored
1. Select the Setup button on your intercom page.
2. On the intercom setup page, press Advanced Setup. This launches the password numeric keypad.
3. Enter the password and press Done. The default password is Password 4 of the panel’s firmware
Password Setup.
4. Press the button beneath Allow This Panel to be Monitored to toggle the option. The button indicates
FIG. 101 Room Monitored
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5. Press Back to return to the intercom setup pages.
6. Press Exit when you are finished.
Allowing a panel to monitor
1. Select the Setup button on your intercom page.
2. On the intercom setup page, press Advanced Setup. This launches the password numeric keypad.
3. Enter the password and press Done. The default password is Password 4 of the panel’s firmware
Password Setup.
4. Press the button beneath Allow This Panel to Monitor to toggle the option. The button indicates its
current state. If you attempt to monitor a panel that has not given permission to be monitored, your
panel provides the popup in FIG. 102.
FIG. 102 Privacy Enabled
5. Press Back to return to the intercom setup pages.
6. Press Exit when you are finished.
Naming a panel
1. Select the Setup button on your intercom page.
2. On the intercom setup page, press Advanced Setup. This launches the password numeric keypad.
3. Enter the password and press Done. The default password is Password 4 of the panel’s firmware
Password Setup.
4. Press in the area under Panel Name. This launches a on screen keyboard.
5. Type the name of the panel and press Done. This is the name that is displayed in other panels’
intercom call directory pages.
6. Press Back to return to the intercom setup pages.
7. Press Exit when you are finished.
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Sample Intercom Page
The module for duplex intercom capable panels includes user pages. While you can create your own
intercom directory page (see Creating Intercom Pages section on page 138), it is possible to use the
panel with the page below.
1
29
30
7
12
17
22
8
9
13
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
23
24
25
26
2
3
4
5
6
10
11
31
32
27
28
FIG. 103 Sample Intercom Page
Sample Intercom Page
No. Name
Description
Channel
Address
Level
Port:Code Port:Code Port:Code
1
Room Name
The name of the panel as it
appears in other intercom
directories. See Naming a
0:265
2
3
4
5
Page All
Pages all connected intercom 1:6
panels.
Place Call
End Call
Initiates an intercom call to a
panel.
1:7
1:8
1:9
Ends an intercom call to a
panel.
Privacy Off
Toggles the privacy option of
the intercom. When enabled,
other panels cannot contact the
panel.
6
Monitor Room
Enables the panel to monitor
another room’s intercom panel.
1:19
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Sample Intercom Page (Cont.)
No. Name
Description
Channel
Address
Level
Port:Code Port:Code Port:Code
7
Panel Directory Room Name The name of a panel in the
1:1
1:2
1:3
1:4
1:5
1:1
1:2
1:3
1:4
1:5
intercom directory. You can call
the panel, enact privacy
against the panel and monitor
the panel.
8
Panel Directory Room Name The name of a panel in the
intercom directory. You can call
the panel, enact privacy
against the panel and monitor
the panel.
9
Panel Directory Room Name The name of a panel in the
intercom directory. You can call
the panel, enact privacy
against the panel and monitor
the panel.
10
11
Panel Directory Room Name The name of a panel in the
intercom directory. You can call
the panel, enact privacy
against the panel and monitor
the panel.
Panel Directory Room Name The name of a panel in the
intercom directory. You can call
the panel, enact privacy
against the panel and monitor
the panel.
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
Call Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is currently in a call.
1:21
1:24
1:27
1:30
1:33
1:22
1:25
1:28
1:31
1:34
1:23
Call Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is currently in a call.
Call Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is currently in a call.
Call Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is currently in a call.
Call Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is currently in a call.
Panel Privacy
Panel Privacy
Panel Privacy
Panel Privacy
Panel Privacy
Monitor Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel has privacy enabled.
Display only; indicates the
panel has privacy enabled.
Display only; indicates the
panel has privacy enabled.
Display only; indicates the
panel has privacy enabled.
Display only; indicates the
panel has privacy enabled.
Display only; indicates the
panel is being monitored by
another panel.
23
Monitor Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is being monitored by
another panel.
1:26
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Sample Intercom Page (Cont.)
No. Name
Description
Channel
Address
Level
Port:Code Port:Code Port:Code
24
25
26
27
28
29
Monitor Panel
Monitor Panel
Monitor Panel
Display only; indicates the
panel is being monitored by
another panel.
1:29
Display only; indicates the
panel is being monitored by
another panel.
1:32
1:35
0:10
0:9
Display only; indicates the
panel is being monitored by
another panel.
Intercom Microphone Level A Bargraph in TPDesign4 that
sets the volume of the intercom
microphone.
Intercom Sound Level
Call Status Button
A Bargraph in TPDesign4 that
sets the volume of the intercom
speaker.
Displays status of calls, e.g.,
incoming caller id,
1:10
connected, rejected.
30
31
32
Navigate Up
Increments the intercom
directory up.
1:13
1:14
Navigate Down
Intercom Setup Page
Increments the intercom
directory down.
Navigates the intercom panel
to the intercom Setup page.
This requires a standard page
flip to Setup.
Answering an incoming call
The provided intercom pages include an answering popup window. The popup page indicates the name
of the panel calling and two options:
ꢀ
ꢀ
Answer - Pressing this button opens the intercom session with the other panel.
Ignore - Pressing this button denies the intercom session with the other panel.
FIG. 104 Answer Call
To answer a call:
In the popup window, press the Answer button.
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Full Duplex Intercom
Creating Intercom Pages
The easiest method of creating your own intercom pages is to start with the pages provided by AMX in
the module download .ZIP file. You can change the aesthetics of the pages as long as the channel,
address, level and links remain untouched.
For the more ambitious panel designers, the necessary intercom directory buttons and their information
are contained in the Sample Intercom Page table on page 135.
Additionally, the Setup page, Advanced Setup page, and the popups can be edited. See below:
Setup
Name
Description
Channel
Address
Port:Code Port:Code
Auto-Answer OFF Toggle the panel’s auto-answer feature off and on.
Session Timeout A display of the current session timeout.
1:12
1:9
Increment Up
Increments the intercom session time up.
1:15
1:16
0:265
Increment Down Increments the intercom session time down.
Room Name
The name of the panel as it appears in other intercom
Advanced Setup Navigates the intercom panel to the intercom Advanced Setup
page. This requires a standard page flip to Advanced Setup.
Exit Setup
Navigates the intercom panel to the intercom directory page.
This requires a standard page flip to the intercom directory.
Advanced Setup
Name
Description
Channel
Address
Port:Code Port:Code
Allow Panel to be Toggle the panel’s ability to be monitored off and on.
Monitored
1:11
Allow Panel to
Monitor
Toggle the panel’s ability to monitor off and on.
1:10
Room Name
Name Panel
Back
The name of the panel as it appears in other intercom
0:265
Set the name of the panel as it appears in other intercom
directories. (G4 Web Control: Server Name)
0:334
0:265
Navigates the intercom panel to the intercom Setup page. This
requires a standard page flip to Setup.
More Time Popup
Name
Description
Channel
Address
Port:Code Port:Code
Confirm More Time
Select to extend intercom session beyond timeout.
1:20
Answer Intercom Call Popup
Name
Description
Channel
Address
Port:Code Port:Code
Answer
Ignore
Opens the intercom session with the other panel.
Denies the intercom session with the other panel.
1:17
1:18
1:7
Room Name The name of the panel as it appears in other intercom directories.
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Programming
Overview
You can program the touch panel, using the commands in this section, to perform a wide variety of
operations using Send_Commands and variable text commands.
A device must first be defined in the NetLinx programming language with values for the Device:
Port: System (in all programming examples - Panel is used in place of these values and represents all
Modero panels).
Verify you are using the latest NetLinx Master and Modero firmware.
Verify you are using the latest version of NetLinx Studio and TPD4.
Button Assignments
• Button Channel Range: 1 - 4000 Button push and Feedback (per address port)
• Button Variable Text range: 1 - 4000 (per address port)
• Button States Range: 1 - 256
(0 = All states, for General buttons 1 = Off state and 2 = On state).
• Level Range: 1 - 600 (Default level value 0 - 255, can be set up to 1 - 65535)
• Address port Range: 1 - 100
These button assignments can only be adjusted in TPD4 and not on the panels
themselves.
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’.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@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.
Syntax:
@PHE
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.
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Page Commands (Cont.)
@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 popups on Page1.
@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).
Page Commands (Cont.)
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@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.
@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.
Page Commands (Cont.)
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@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.
@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 at.
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.
Page Commands (Cont.)
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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.
You must import fonts 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.
You cannot use the following number values for programming purposes when changing border styles.
TPD4 border styles can ONLY be changed by using the name.
TPD4 Border Styles by Name
No.
1
Border styles
None
No.
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
Border styles
Circle 155
2
AMX Elite -L
AMX Elite -M
AMX Elite -S
Bevel -L
Circle 165
3
Circle 175
4
Circle 185
5
Circle 195
6
Bevel -M
Cursor Bottom
Cursor Bottom with Hole
Cursor Top
7
Bevel -S
8
Circle 15
9
Circle 25
Cursor Top with Hole
Cursor Left
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Circle 35
Circle 45
Cursor Left with Hole
Cursor Right
Cursor Right with Hole
Custom Frame
Diamond 15
Circle 55
Circle 65
Circle 75
Circle 85
Circle 95
Diamond 25
Circle 105
Circle 115
Circle 125
Circle 135
Circle 145
Diamond 35
Diamond 45
Diamond 55
Diamond 65
Diamond 75
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TPD4 Border Styles by Name (Cont.)
No.
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
80
81
82
83
84
Border styles
Diamond 85
No.
85
Border styles
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
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
Diamond 95
86
Diamond 105
87
Diamond 115
88
Diamond 125
89
Diamond 135
90
Diamond 145
91
Diamond 155
92
Diamond 165
93
Diamond 175
94
Diamond 185
95
Diamond 195
96
Double Bevel -L
Double Bevel -M
Double Bevel -S
Double Line
97
98
99
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
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
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TPD4 Border Styles by Name (Cont.)
No.
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
Border styles
No.
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
Border styles
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
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
"^" 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.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^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.
^BAU
Same format as ^UNI.
Append
Syntax:
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.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BCB
Only if the specified border color is not the same as the current color.
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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145 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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145.
^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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145 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).
^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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145 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).
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^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'.
Syntax:
^BIM
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).
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^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.
^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
port>,<source address>,<source state>,<codes>'"
to all the
destination
buttons.
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.
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"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
^BMC (Cont.)
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.
^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 theBorder Styles and Programming
Numbers table on page 148.
’%B’,<border 0-27,40,41> = Set the borer style number. See theBorder Styles and
Programming Numbers table on page 148.
’%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 153 for more information.
’%F’,<font 1-8,10,11,20-29,32-xx> = Set the font. See theDefault Font Styles and ID
Numbers table on page 147.
’%F<font 01-08,10,11,20-29,32-xx>’ = Set the font. See theDefault Font Styles and ID
Numbers table on page 147.
’%MI<mask image>’ = Set the mask image. Refer to the ^BMI command on page 157 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
3
6
9
2
5
8
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>’
"^" Button Commands (Cont.)
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^BMF
(Cont.)
For some of these commands and values, refer to theRGB Values for all 88 Basic
Colors table on page 145.
’%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 163 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 163 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 169 for the
text format.
’%LN<0-240>’ = Set the lines of video being removed. See the ^BLN section on
page 154 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) there is no max length. The maximum length available 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
those buttons with
a defined address
range.
"'^BMP-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<name of bitmap/
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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^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:
^BNP
Set the TakeNote
network
password for the
specified
"'^BNP-<vt addr range>,<network password>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
network password = Password for the network.
Example:
Addresses.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BNN-973,12345'"
Sets the TakeNote button network password to 12345.
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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^BOR
Refer to theBorder Styles and Programming Numbers table on page 148 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 theBorder Styles and Programming Numbers table on
page 148.
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 148 for more information.
^BOS
Syntax:
Set the button to
display either a
Video or
Non-Video
window.
"'^BOS-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<video state>'"
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).
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 toBorder Styles and Programming Numbers table on page 148.
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 148.
^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.
Set the button size and its position on the page.
Syntax:
^BSP
Set the button
size and position.
"'^BSP-<vt addr range>,<left>,<top>,<right>,<bottom>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
left = left side of page.
top = top of page.
right = right side of page.
bottom = bottom of page.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BSP-530,left,top'"
Sets the button with variable text 530 in the left side top of page.
^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.
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^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.
Syntax:
^BVL
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 network
name for the
specified address.
"'^BVN-<vt addr range>,<network name>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
network name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^BVN-500,191.191.191.191'"
Sets the network name to ’191.191.191.191’ for the specific 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.
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^BWW
By default, word-wrap is Off.
Set the button
word wrap
Syntax:
"'^BWW-<vt addr range>,<button states range>,<word wrap>'"
feature to 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).
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.
Syntax:
^CPF
Clear all page flips
from a button.
"'^CPF-<vt addr range>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^CPF-500'"
Clears all page flips from the button.
Syntax:
^DPF
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
range.
"'^ENA-<vt addr range>,<command value>'"
Variable:
variable text address range = 1 - 4000.
command value = (0= disable, 1= enable)
Example:
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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^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 theDefault Font Styles and ID Numbers table on
page 147.
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.
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^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 = Normal
0
2
1
3
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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^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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GSC-500,12'"
Changes the bargraph or joystick slider color to Yellow.
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^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
Circle -L
Ball
Precision
Circle -S
Circle -M
Rectangle -L
Windows
Rectangle -S
Rectangle -M
Windows Active
Joystick Cursor Names:
None
Circle
Hand
Target
Ball
Arrow
Crosshairs
Metal
Gunsight
Spiral
View Finder
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^GSN-500,Ball'"
Changes the bargraph slider name or the Joystick cursor name to ’Ball’.
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^ICO
Syntax:
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.
^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
3
6
9
2
5
8
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
3
6
9
2
5
8
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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^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:
0
1
4
7
3
6
9
2
5
8
Zero can be used for an absolute position
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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^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 theRGB Values for all 88 Basic Colors table on page 145.
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 theText Effects table on page 169 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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^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.
Text Effects Names
The following is a listing of text effects names (associated with the ^TEF command on page 168).
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
• 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
• 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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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))"
}
All custom events have the following 6 fields:
Custom Event Fields
Field
Description
Uint Flag
0 means text is a standard string, 1 means Unicode encoded string
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
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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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?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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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.
Syntax:
@SSL
Change Sleep
string.
"'@SSL-<string>'"
Variables:
string = name of sleep string.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@SWK-SLEEPNOW'"
Changes the sleep string to SLEEPNOW.
Syntax:
@SST
Change Startup
string.
"'@SST-<string>'"
Variables:
string = name of startup string.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@SWK-STARTUPNOW'"
Changes the startup string to STARTUPNOW.
Syntax:
@SWK
Change Wakeup
string.
"'@SWK-<string>'"
Variables:
string = name of wakeup string.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@SWK-WAKEUPNOW'"
Changes the wakeup string to WAKEUPNOW.
@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'.
^TNC
Syntax:
Clears task note.
"'^TNC'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^TNC'"
Clears task note.
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Panel Runtime Operation Commands (Cont.)
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.
^MBT
Syntax:
Set the mouse
button mode for
the virtual PC.
"'^MBT-<0-3>'"
Variable:
0 = None.
1 = Left.
2 = Middle.
3 = Right.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^MBT-1'"
Sets the mouse button mode for the virtual PC to LEFT.
^MDC
Syntax:
Set the mouse
double click ON
for the virtual PC.
"'^MDC'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^MDC'"
Enables the double click for the virtual PC.
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Input Commands (Cont.)
^MPS
Syntax:
Set mouse pass
through. Allows
mouse input to
multiple
"'^MPS-<0-6>,<0-6>,...'"
Variable:
0 = Pass mouse input to G4 application.
1-4 = Pass mouse input data to a VGA card with USP output for redirection to a
computer.
destinations
simultaneously.
Destinations are
comma delimited.
5 = Pass mouse buttons to the NetLinx master in the form of a custom event.
6 = Pass mouse buttons and movement to the NetLinx master in the form of custom
events.
Note: This
command causes
all mice
connected to the
G4 product and
any mice on a
computer
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^MPS-0'"
Passes the mouse input to a connected G4 application.
connected via a
VGA card with
USB output to
reset to position
0,0.
^TPS
Syntax:
TPI only.
"'^TPS-<0-1>'"
Variable:
Set touch pass
through.
1 = Creates a transparent connection between the touch input serial port and the
program port. This is useful for connecting a PC to the program port and controlling
touch input on that PC from the touch panel connected to the touch input port. This will
cause the command terminal on the program port to shutdown.
0 = Undoes the changes.
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'^TPS-1'"
Enables the touch pass through.
^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 186 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
CLOCK
Syntax:
Sets the time and
date on the panel.
“’CLOCK mm-dd-yy hh:mm:ss’”
Variables:
mm = Month
dd = Day
yy = Year
hh = Hour
mm = Minute
ss = Second
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’CLOCK 04-19-76 19:16:00’”
Sets the time and date on the panel to April 19, 1976, 7:16 PM.
^CFE
Syntax:
Enable or disable
the image Flash
backup cache
“’^CFE-<0/1>’”
Variables:
0 - for disable
1 - for enable
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^CFE-1’”
Tells the cache manager to enable the Flash backup image cache.
^CPR
Syntax:
Purge the cache
when needed in
the context of the
running program.
“’^CPR-<cache mask>’”
Variables:
cache mask:
• 0x0001 - Purge non-volatile (Flash) image cache
• 0x0002 - Purge RAM image cache
• 0x0003 - Purge both non-volatile and RAM image caches
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^CPR-3’”
Purges all images from both primary RAM cache and backup Flash cache.
Syntax:
^CFS
Modifies the size
of the backup
image Flash
cache.
“’^CFS-<size in MB>’”
Variable:
size in MB - MB of allocated Flash memory
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^CFS-12’”
Modifies the Flash cache size to 12MB.
The space is not immediately allocated to the backup cache, it is consumed as needed for
new entries in the Flash cache. If the size is reduced to something less than the size of the
items currently stored in Flash cache, the least recently used items are deleted one by
one until the used disk space is less than the maximum provided in the ^CFS command. If
the size is larger than the maximum size allowed for the Flash cache (determined by tak-
ing 75% of free Flash space), the size reverts to the maximum size allowed.
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Panel Setup Commands
^CFSM
Syntax:
Sets the Flash
cache to the
maximum
available size
allowed for
backup Flash
cache.
“’^CFSM’”
Variable:
There is no parameter for this command.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^CFSM’”
Modifies the Flash cache size to the maximum available size for the device.
(determined by
taking 75% of free
Flash space)
^CEX
Syntax:
Changes the
default expiration
time for entries in
the image cache
(applies to both
primary RAM
cache and backup
Flash cache).
The default
“’^CEX-<time index>’”
Variable:
time index:
• 1 = 2 Hours
• 2 = 8 Hours
• 3 = 1 Day
• 4 = 2 Days
expiration time
applies to
dynamic images
only.
• 5 = 5 Days
• 0 = NEVER
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^CEX-4’”
Changes the default expiration time to 2 Days.
Syntax:
^DLD
Set the disable
cradle LED flag.
“’^DLD-<0/1>’”
Variables:
0 - LEDs operate normally
1 - Cradle LEDs operate dim setting only
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^DLD-1’”
Sets the cradle LEDs to the dim setting.
Syntax:
^MUT
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'.
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Panel Setup Commands
^PWD
Password level is required and must be 1 - 4.
Set the page flip
password.
Syntax:
"'^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'.
@RPP resets the protected password to its default (1988).
Syntax:
@RPP
Reset the
protected
password.
"'@RPP'"
Example:
SEND COMMAND Panel,"'@RPP'"
Resets the protected Setup page password to ‘1988’.
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 191.
Syntax:
Force a refresh for
an image only if it
is in the current
view.
"'^RFR-<resource name>'"
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^RFR-Sports_Image'"
Forces a refresh on ’Sports_Image’.
Syntax:
^RFRP
Force a refresh for
a given resource
regardless of
“’^RFRP-<resource name>’”
Variable:
resource name = 1 - 50 ASCII characters.
Example:
current view.
This command
can be used by
programmers to
prefetch images
that will be
SEND_COMMAND Panel, “’^RFRP-DoplerRadarDFW’”
Performs an update or prefetch on the resource named “DoplerRadarDFW”, even if the
image is not in the current view.
needed soon.
^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.
Embedded Codes:
Parameter
Description
Embedded Code
’%P<0-1>’
Set protocol. HTTP (0) or FTP (1).
Set Username for authentication.
protocol
user
’%U<user>’
password
host
Set Password for authentication.
’%S<password>’
’%H<host>’
Set Host Name (fully qualified
DNS or IP Address).
file
Full path to the location of the file or
program that will return the resource.
The path must be a valid HTTP URL
minus the protocol and host. The
only exception to this is the 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
FTP protocol, regular expressions.
refresh
The number of seconds between
refreshes in which the resource is
downloaded again. Refreshing a
resource causes the button
’%R<refresh 1-65535>’
displaying that resource to refresh
also. The default value is 0 (only
download the resource once).
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>’
Set the value of the preserve flag.
Default is 0. Currently preserve has
no function.
preserve
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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Panel Intercom Commands
The following is a listing and descriptions of panel intercom commands.
Panel Intercom Commands
^ICE
Syntax:
Ends an
"'^ICE'"
intercom call.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^ICE'"
Ends a call.
^ICM
For backwards compatibility, both ^ICM-TALK and ^ICM-LISTEN are supported. 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.
Modifies an
intercom call.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"`^ICM-TALK`"
Variables:
None.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"`^ICM-TALK`"
^ICS
Syntax:
Starts an
"'^ICS-<ip>,<tx UDP port>,<rx UDP port>,<initial mode>'"
intercom call to
the specified IP
address and
ports.
Variable:
ip = IP address.
tx UDP port = Initial panel port.
rx UDP port = Receiving panel port.
initial mode = 0 - listen; 1 - talk; 2 - both
Example:
SEND_COMMAND TP1,"'^ICS-192.168.0.3,9000,9002,2'"
SEND_COMMAND TP2,"'^ICS-192.168.0.4,9002,9000,2'"
Starts a call from TP1 to TP2 where each panel is set to both talk and listen.
^MODEL?
Syntax:
Gets the panel
model name.
"'^MODEL?'"
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^MODEL?'"
The panel (an MVP-8400i) responds with, ^MODEL-MVP-8400i
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SIP Commands
The following table lists and describes SIP commands that are generated from the touch panel.
SIP Commands
^PHN-
Syntax:
AUTOANSWER
"'^PHN-AUTOANSWER, <state>'"
Provides the state
of the
auto-answer
feature.
Variable:
state = 0 or 1 (off or on)
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-AUTOANSWER, 1'"
Syntax:
^PHN-CALL
Provides call
progress
notification for a
call.
"'^PHN-CALL, <status>, <connection id>'"
Variable:
status = CONNECTED, DISCONNECTED, TRYING, RINGING, or HOLD.
connection id = The identifying number of the connection.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel"'^PHN-CALL, CONNECTED, 1'"
Notifies that the call is connected.
^PHN-INCOMING Syntax:
Providesincoming "'^PHN-INCOMING, <caller number>, <caller name>, <timestamp>,
call notification.
<connection id>'"
Variable:
caller number = The phone number of the incoming call.
caller name = The name associated with the caller number.
timestamp = The current time in MM/DD/YY HH:MM:SS format.
connection id = The identifying number of the connection.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-INCOMING, 2125551000, AMX, 07/22/08
12:00:00, 1'"
^PHN-
Syntax:
LINESTATE
"'^PHN-LINESTATE, <connection id>, <state>, <connection id>,
<state>,...'"
Indicates the
current state of
each of the
available
connections used
to manage calls.
Variable:
connection id = The identifying number of the connection.
state = IDLE, HOLD, or CONNECTED
extn = The local extension of this panel (see Example)
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-LINESTATE, 1, IDLE, 2, CONNECTED, SIP,
<extn>'"
^PHN-
Syntax:
MSGWAITING
"'^PHN-MSGWAITING, <messages>, <new message count>, <old message
count>, <new urgent message count>, <old urgent message count>'"
Indicates the
number of
messages waiting
the user’s voice
mail box.
Variable:
messages = 0 or 1 (1 indicates new messages)
new message count = The number of new messages.
old message count = The number of old messages.
new urgent message count = The number of new messages marked urgent.
old urgent message count = The number of old messages marked urgent.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-MSGWAITING, 1, 1, 2, 1, 0’"
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SIP Commands (Cont.)
^PHN-PRIVACY
Syntax:
Indicates the state
of the privacy
feature.
"'^PHN-PRIVACY, <state>'"
Variable:
state = 0 (Disable) or 1 (Enable)
new message count = The number of new messages.
old message count = The number of old messages.
new urgent message count = The number of new messages marked urgent.
old urgent message count = The number of old messages marked urgent.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-PRIVACY, 0’"
^PHN-REDIAL
Syntax:
Indicates the
panel is redialing
the number.
"'^PHN-REDIAL, <number>'"
Variable:
number = The phone number to dial.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-REDIAL, 2125551000’"
^PHN-
Syntax:
TRANSFERRED
"'^PHN-TRANSFERRED'"
Example:
Indicates a call
has been
transferred.
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-TRANSFERRED’"
The following table lists and describes SIP commands that are sent to the touch panel to manage calls.
SIP Commands
^PHN-ANSWER Syntax:
Answers the call.
"'^PHN-ANSWER, <connection id>'"
Variable:
connection id = The identifying number of the connection
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-ANSWER, 1'"
^PHN-
Enables (1) or disables (0) the auto-answer feature on the phone.
AUTOANSWER
Syntax:
Enables or
disables the
auto-answer
feature of the
phone.
"’^PHN-AUTOANSWER, <state>’"
Variable:
state = 0 (Disable) or 1 (Enable)
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-AUTOANSWER, 1'"
Enables the auto-answer feature.
The panel responds with the ^PHN-AUTOANSWER, <state> message.
Syntax:
?PHN-
AUTOANSWER
Queries the state
of the
auto-answer
feature.
"’?PHN-AUTOANSWER’"
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'?PHN-AUTOANSWER'"
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SIP Commands (Cont.)
^PHN-CALL
Syntax:
Calls the provided
number.
"’^PHN-CALL, <number>’"
Variable:
number = The provided phone number
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-CALL, 2125551000'"
^PHN-DTMF
Syntax:
Sends DTMF
codes.
"’^PHN-DTMF, <DTMF code>’"
Variable:
DTMF code = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, POUND, or ASTERISK.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-DTMF, 1234567879ASTERISK'"
^PHN-HANGUP
Syntax:
Hangs up the call. "’^PHN-HANGUP, <connection id>’"
Variable:
connection id = The identifying number of the connection
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-HANGUP, 1'"
^PHN-HOLD
Syntax:
Places the call on
hold.
"’^PHN-HOLD, <connection id>’"
Variable:
connection id = The identifying number of the connection
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-HOLD, 1'"
?PHN-
The panel responds with the ^PHN-LINESTATE message.
LINESTATE
Syntax:
Queries the state
of each of the
connections used
"’?PHN-LINESTATE’"
Example:
by the SIP device. SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'?PHN-LINESTATE'"
^PHN-PRIVACY
Enables or disables the privacy feature on the phone (do not disturb).
Enables or
Syntax:
disables the
privacy feature of
the phone.
"’^PHN-PRIVACY, <state>’"
Variable:
state = 0 (Disable) or 1 (Enable)
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-PRIVACY, 1'"
Enables the privacy feature.
?PHN-PRIVACY
The panel responds with the ^PHN-PRIVACY, <state> message.
Queries the state Syntax:
of the privacy
"’?PHN-PRIVACY’"
feature.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'?PHN-PRIVACY'"
^PHN-REDIAL
Syntax:
Redials the last
number.
"’^PHN-REDIAL’"
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-REDIAL'"
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SIP Commands (Cont.)
^PHN-
Syntax:
TRANSFER
"’^PHN-TRANSFER, <connection id>, <number>’"
Transfers the call
to the provided
number.
Variable:
connection id = The identifying number of the connection
number = The number to which you want to transfer the call.
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"'^PHN-TRANSFER, 1, 2125551000'"
The following table lists and describes SIP setup commands. Using any of these commands causes the
current user to go offline.
SIP Setup Commands
^PHN-SETUP-
DOMAIN
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-DOMAIN, <domain>’"
Sets the realm for
authentication.
Variable:
domain = The realm used for authentication
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-DOMAIN, asterisk’"
^PHN-SETUP-
ENABLE
Once the configuration has been updated, the ENABLE command should be run to
re-register the new user.
Registers a new
user
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-ENABLE’"
^PHN-SETUP-
PASSWORD
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-PASSWORD, <password>’"
Sets the user
password for the
proxy server.
Variable:
password = The password for the user name
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-PASSWORD, 6003’"
^PHN-SETUP-
PORT
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-PORT, <port>’"
Sets the port
number for the
proxy server.
Variable:
port = The port for the proxy server
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-PORT, 5060’"
^PHN-SETUP-
PROXYADDR
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-PROXYADDR, <IP>’"
Sets the IP
address for the
proxy server.
Variable:
IP = The IP address for the proxy server
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-PROXYADDR, 192.168.223.111’"
^PHN-SETUP-
STUNADDR
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-STUNADDR, <IP>’"
Sets the IP
address for the
STUN server.
Variable:
IP = The IP address for the STUN server
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-STUNADDR, 192.168.223.111’"
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SIP Setup Commands (Cont.)
^PHN-SETUP-
USERNAME
Syntax:
"’^PHN-SETUP-USERNAME, <username>’"
Variable:
Sets the user
name for
authentication
with the proxy
server.
username = The user name (usually the phone extension)
Example:
SEND_COMMAND Panel,"’^PHN-SETUP-USERNAME, 6003’"
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Appendix A
Appendix A
Text Formatting Codes for Bargraphs/Joysticks
Text formatting codes for bargraphs provide a mechanism to allow a portion of a bargraphs text to be
dynamically provided information about the current status of the level (multistate and traditional). These
codes would be entered into the text field along with any other text.
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
Buy 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 can be used to limit the allowed/correct characters that are entered into a text
area. For example, in working with a zip code, a user could limit the entry to a max length of only 5
characters but, with input masking, you could limit them to 5 mandatory numerical digits and 4 optional
numerical digits. A possible use for this feature is to enter information into form fields. The purpose of
this feature is to:
• Force you to use 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 you to a choice of selections
• Handle complex input tasks such as names, days of the weeks or months 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 {.:} Tells the system that after a user hits any of these keys, proceed to the
next text area input box.
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 keys, backspace, and delete.
When operating with a mask, the mask should be displayed with placeholders. The "-" character should
display where you should enter a character. 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
replace 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 max, the maximum number
of right-most characters is used to create a new, acceptable value.
ꢀ
Example 1: If you type "125" into a field accepting 0-100, then the values displayed will be
"1", "12", "25".
ꢀ
Example2: If the max for the filed 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 filed 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 filed with no overflow value is set or there are no more fields left (i.e. reached first field).
If a character is typed and that characters appear 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 hit
"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: 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 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 in that 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
ꢀ
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 you can expect to obtain 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 shorter in 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.
ꢀ
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.
ꢀ
As an example: Imagine a panel connected to 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 determining which network interface (wired or wireless) that will
be used is dependent on the gateway.
ꢀ
Wireless Access Points are the cornerstone of any wireless network. A Wireless Access Point
acts as a bridge between a wired and wireless network. It aggregates the traffic from all the
wireless clients and forwards it down the network to the switch or router.
One Wireless Access Point may be all you need. However, you could need more Wireless
Access Points depending on either how large your installation is, how it is laid out, and how it
is constructed.
ꢀ 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 you use, it's crucial to use identical settings (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 doesn't,
they won't be able to talk to each other.
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Although the calculations required to encrypt data with WEP can impact the performance of
your wireless network, it's generally seen only when running benchmarks, and not large
enough to be noticeable in the course of normal network usage.
Terminology
ꢀ
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, 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.
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TKIP
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Short for Temporal Key Integration, is part of the IEEE 802.11i encryption standard
for wireless LANs. TKIP provides per-packet key mixing, message integrity check
and re-keying mechanism, thus ensuring 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
Short for Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), is a scheme used to secure wireless
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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.
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. 105 WPA Overview
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WPA2
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Also know as IEEE 802.11i, 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. 106 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 there are currently over 40 different EAP methods
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) 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. 107). Below is a description of this process. It is important to note that there is no user intervention
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
(supplicant)
Authenticator
(Wireless Access Point)
(RADIUS Server)
FIG. 107 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
firewall rules.
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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
- Compatible panels include: MVP-8400, MVP-7500, NXD-1000Vi, NXT-CV10,
NXD-CV7, NXT-CV7, NXD-1000Vi, and NXD-1000Vi.
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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)
Configuring your G4 Touch Panel for USB Communication
For a personal computer to establish a connection to a Modero panel via USB, the target computer must
have the appropriate AMX USB driver installed. This installation is bundled into the latest TPDesign4
and NetLinx Studio2 software setup process or can be downloaded independently from the main
Application Files page on www.amx.com.
Close the Certificate Upload Utility before configuring the touch panel's USB driver.
Only after the panel has been successfully setup to communicate via USB can you
then re-launch the utility.
Step 1: Setup the Panel and PC for USB Communication
1. If you do not currently have the latest version of TPDesign4, navigate to www.amx.com > Tech
Center > Downloadable Files > Application Files > NetLinx Design Tools section of the website
and locate the AMX USB Driver executable (AMX USBLAN Setup exe).
2. Download this executable file to a known location on your computer.
3. Launch the Setup.exe and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
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Step 2: Confirm the Installation of the USB Driver on the PC
The first time each AMX touch panel is connected to the PC it is detected as a new hardware device and
the USBLAN driver becomes associated with it (panel specific). Each time thereafter the panel is
"recognized" as a unique USBLAN device and the association to the driver is done in the background.
When the panel is detected for the first time some user intervention is required during the association
between panel and driver.
1. After the installation of the USB driver has been completed, confirm the proper installation of the
large Type-A USB connector to the PC's USB port, and restart your machine.
If the panel is already powered, continue with steps 3. The panel MUST be powered
and configured for USB communication before connecting the mini-USB connector to
the panel’s Program Port.
2. Connect the terminal end of the power cable to the 12 VDC power connector on the side/rear of the
pane, and supply power. If using an MVP that is installed onto a docking station, feed power to the
docked panel by connecting the appropriate power supply to the docking station.
After the panel powers-up, access the firmware setup pages by either:
- MVP - Pressing and holding the two lower buttons on both sides of the display for 3 seconds.
- CV7/CV10 - Pressing the grey Front Setup Access button for 3 seconds.
- 700Vi/1000Vi - Pressing the grey Front Setup Access button for 3 seconds.
3. Select Protected Setup > System Settings (located on the lower-left) to open the System Settings
page.
4. Toggle the blue Type field (from the Master Connection section) until the choice cycles to USB.
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The connection remains RED after changing the communication from Ethernet to USB until
the panel is rebooted.
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Once the panel restarts, the connection turns a dark green until connected to an active USB
cable.
5. Press the Back button on the touch panel to return to the Protected Setup page.
6. Press the on-screen Reboot button to both save any changes and restart the panel. Remember that
the panel’s connection type must be set to USB prior to rebooting the panel and prior to inserting the
USB connector.
7. ONLY AFTER the unit displays the first panel page, THEN insert the mini-USB connector
into the Program Port on the panel.
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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). If this is your first time installing the USB
driver, a USB driver installation popup window appears on the PC.
8. Complete the USB driver installation process by clicking Yes and then installing the new AMX
USB LAN LINK when told that a new USB device was found. This action accepts the installation
of the new AMX USB driver.
9. Reboot the panel. Once restarted, the panel is now configured to communicate directly with the PC.
The mini-USB connector MUST be then plugged into an already active panel before
the PC can recognize the connection and assign an appropriate USB driver. This
driver is part of both the NetLinx Studio and TPDesign4 software application
installations.
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10. Launch the Certificate Upload Utility and confirm the utility has detected the new USB connection
to the panel:
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Click on the Local Address field's drop-down arrow.
Confirm the new USB entry shows up in the list as: 10.XX.XX.1.
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 to properly
communicate with a directly connected G4 touch panel (MVP/CV7/CV10/700Vi/1000Vi).
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Refer to Step 1 from within the previous Step 1: Setup the Panel and PC for USB
2. Access the target panel's Protected Setup firmware page and configure the USB communication
parameters.
3. With the panel successfully communicating with target computer, launch the Certificate Upload
Utility.
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Familiarize yourself with the User Interface options (Certificate Utility User Interface).
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 communication through either the
computer's Ethernet port (Internet communication) or via the USB port (direct connection). If using
an Ethernet connection skip to step 8.
6. For a USB connection, select the 10.XX.XX.1 IP Address which corresponds to the virtual IP
Address assigned to the USB connection port on the computer.
7. For a USB connection, navigate to the Add IP Address field (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 you would 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).
You can send a certificate to ONLY ONE directly connected panel (via USB). If using the
Ethernet port's IP Address, you can send a server certificate to multiple target panels.
8. For an Ethernet IP Address connection, 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 your list is complete, click on the File drop-down menu and select the Save option to launch a
Save dialog where you can 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.
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12. Select the target devices which be uploaded with the selected certificate. These can either 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 you are 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, your upload was successfully completed.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This section describes the solutions to possible hardware/firmware issues that could arise during the
common operation of a Modero touch panel.
Troubleshooting Information
Symptom
Solution
My USB drivers has a yellow
exclamation point and doesn’t
appear to be working.
The USB driver was incorrectly installed and should be re-installed:
• Power up the panel without the USB cable connected to the panel.
• Plug in the USB cable into the G4 panel. You should see a USB icon
show up in the System Tray.
• Double click on the icon to bring up the list of USB devices (you
should see the "AMX USB LAN LINK" device in the list).
• If the "Install Driver" dialog doesn't appear automatically, select the
"Properties" button and then the "Update Driver" button.
• When the Install Driver dialog does appear, click Next to accept all
the default prompts.
• The OS will notify you that the driver you are installing/updating does
not have a digital signature. This is acceptable, agree to continue the
installation.
• After installation is complete, the exclamation point should disappear.
When using G4 WebControl to
communicate with a target panel, a
VNC Server dialog appears on my
screen.
• During a WebControl connection to a target panel you are prompted
with a G4 Authentication dialog which asks you to enter the assigned
password for the panel (before gaining access).
• If you are ever prompted with a VNC Server dialog, you must enter
the IP Address of the target panel. This can be found within the
Setup > Protected Setup > System Settings page.
- This IP Address of the panel appears within the IP Settings
section of this page
• Enter the IP Address and click OK. You will then be prompted with
the G4 Authentication popup where you must enter the panel’s
WebControl password.
While attempting to communicate • A Green communication icon indicates that a connection has been
directly with the Virtual Master (on
the PC) via a USB connection, I
can’t get my communication icon
to turn Green.
established to the target Master or target Virtual Master.
• Launch NetLinx Studio and configure the Master Connection
communication settings for a Virtual Master.
• Navigate to the System Settings page and toggle the Type field to
USB.
• Make sure the Type-A USB connector is securely connected to the
PC.
• Make sure the panel DOESN’T have the mini-USB connected and
TURN OFF the panel.
• Once the panel has turned ON THEN connect the mini-USB to the
Program Port. The USB icon should appear in your system tray. If it
doesn’t, refer to the Configure the panel for USB
• The panel can take a few minutes to detect the connection to the PC.
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Troubleshooting Information (Cont.)
Symptom
Solution
My Modero panel isn’t appearing
in my Workspace window.
• Verify that the System number is the same on both the NetLinx
Workspace window and the System Settings page on the Modero
panel.
• Verify you have entered the proper NetLinx Master IP and connection
methods into the Master Connection section of the System Settings
page.
My Modero panel 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.
• Verify there is an active Ethernet connection attached to the rear of
the Modero before beginning these procedures.
• Select Diagnostics > Network Address, from the Main menu and
verify the System number.
• If the IP Address field is still empty, give the Modero a few minutes to
negotiate a DHCP Address and try again.
My panel is not showing up in the If you a Virtual Master has already connected to the target panel, the
Virtual Master’s System list of
connected devices.
G4 device retains the information of the previous Virtual Master System
number.
• Reboot the panel without the USB cable plugged into the panel.
• Configure NetLinx Studio for a Virtual Master connection. Note the
System Number used in the Edit Settings window.
• Stop communication on the Virtual Master by going to Settings >
Stop Communications.
• Click Yes to stop communication.
• Select the System Number (from the Online Tree tab) and use a right
mouse click to select Refresh System. This re-establishes
communication with the Virtual Master.
• Plug-in the mini-USB cable into the corresponding port on the panel.
• Wait a few seconds and refresh the system. This re-establishes
communication with the Virtual Master. The panel should now appear
in the list of available devices.
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Troubleshooting Information (Cont.)
Symptom
Solution
My Connection Status button isn’t "USB Connecting" is displayed when the panel is trying to establish
blinking and it says the USB is
connecting.
USB communication with the PC (either within the NetLinx Studio or
TPDesign4 applications).
• Remove the USB connector from the panel and close any AMX
applications.
• Reboot the panel.
• Launch the AMX application and attempt reconnect to the panel.
• If using Studio for Virtual Master communication, establish a Virtual
Master connection, verify the correct System number, stop
communication with the Virtual Master, and then re-establish
communication by refreshing the system.
• After the panel powers-up, reconnect the USB connector to the
panel.
• Verify that you have a valid USB connection from within your System
Tray.
My on-screen mouse cursor
doesn’t appear.
• The USB connections are not detected until after the particular USB
connection plugged into the corresponding port on the panel and
power is cycled to the panel.
Calibration is not working.
• After the Modero touch panel has been updated with a new firmware
kit (downloaded to the panel through NetLinx Studio), the calibration
could need to be reset.
• Cycling power to the panel should provide a baseline calibration for
the particular touch panel. Proceed to the Calibration page and reset
the on-screen calibration.
Panel doesn’t respond to my
touches
• The protective cover acts to press on the entire LCD and makes
calibration difficult because the user can’t calibrate on specific
crosshairs when the sheet is pressing on the whole LCD.
• Verify that the protective laminate coating on the LCD is removed
before beginning any calibration process.
There is a crawling, dashed line on • On some units at some resolutions, there are wavy lines across the
the left border of the graphics.
entire screen. This has been seen on middle resolutions and is
referred to as the "Mid Range Fallout" problem.
• This is due to the graphics controller settings in the firmware.
• Update to the latest v2.XX.XX firmware.
• Visit the www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files >
Firmware Files > Modero panels. Then Download the KIT file to
your computer.
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Troubleshooting Information (Cont.)
Symptom
Solution
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 Access Point.
• For example: if you had your access point set to default key 4 (which
was 01:02:03:04:05) you must also set the Modero’s panel key 4 to
01:02:03:04:05.
NetLinx Studio only detects one of Each Master is give a Device Address of 00000.
my connected Masters.
• 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 ME260/64 can be assigned System #1 and
the NI-4000 can then be assigned System #2 using two open
sessions of NetLinx Studio 2.
I can’t seem to connect to a
NetLinx Master using my NetLinx
Studio 2.x application.
• From the Settings > Master Comm Settings > Communication
Settings > Settings (for TCP/IP), 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, you will still attempt to make a connection, but a failure will
take longer to be recognized. Some firewalls and networks do not
allow pinging, though, and the ping will then always result in a failure.
• 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.
Note: 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.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Information (Cont.)
Symptom
Solution
I have more that one Modero panel Multiple NetLinx Compatible devices (such as Modero panels) can be
connected to my System Master
and only one shows up.
associated for use with a single Master. Each Modero panel comes
with a defaulted Device Number value of 10001. When using multiple
panels, it can become very easy to overlook the need to assign
different Device Number values to each panel.
• Press and hold the grey Front Setup Access button for 3 seconds to
open the Setup page.
• 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.
• Enter a Device Number value for the panel into the Device Number
Keypad. The default is 10001 and the range is from 1 - 32000.
After downloading a panel file or
firmware to a G4 device, the panel
behaves strangely.
Symptoms include:
• Having to repeat the download.
• Inability to make further downloads to the panel. May get "directory"
errors, "graphics hierarchy" errors, etc.… indicating problems with
the Compact Flash.
• Panel will not boot, or gets stuck on "AMX" splash screen.
• 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.
Cause:
• If the G4 device 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.
Solution:
• DO NOT download TPD4 files (of large size) over the demo pages, or
any other large TPD4 file.
• First download a small blank one page file to the G4 panel using the
Normal Transfer option to send/download the page. Reboot the
device, then do your regular file or firmware download.
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