AMX AXT-CP4 User manual

instruction manual

To u c h Pa n e l s a n d A c c e s s o r i e s

4" Color Touch Panels

(Firmware version G3)

AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer

AMX Corporation warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three

(3) years from the date of purchase from AMX Corporation, with the following exceptions:

• Electroluminescent and LCD Control Panels are warranted for three (3) years, except for the display and touch

overlay components that are warranted for a period of one (1) year.

• Disk drive mechanisms, pan/tilt heads, power supplies, and MX Series products are warranted for a period of one

(1) year.

• AMX Lighting products are guaranteed to switch on and off any load that is properly connected to our lighting

products, as long as the AMX Lighting products are under warranty. AMX Corporation does guarantee the

control of dimmable loads that are properly connected to our lighting products. The dimming performance or

quality cannot be guaranteed due to the random combinations of dimmers, lamps and ballasts or transformers.

• Unless otherwise specified, OEM and custom products are warranted for a period of one (1) year.

• AMX Software is warranted for a period of ninety (90) days.

• Batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered under the warranty.

This warranty extends only to products purchased directly from AMX Corporation or an Authorized AMX Dealer.

All products returned to AMX require a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number is

obtained from the AMX RMA Department. The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of each box.

The RMA is valid for a 30-day period. After the 30-day period the RMA will be cancelled. Any shipments received

not consistent with the RMA, or after the RMA is cancelled, will be refused. AMX is not responsible for products

returned without a valid RMA number.

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This includes any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential damages. AMX Corporation is not

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LIMITED WARRANTY.

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Product Information .................................................................................................1

Specifications ................................................................................................................... 1

Cleaning the Touch Overlay.............................................................................................. 2

Installation .................................................................................................................3

Mounting Decor-style Panels ............................................................................................ 3

Mounting the Decor-style panel into a pre-walled conduit box (CB-CP4) ................................ 3

Mounting the Decor-style panel on a flat or solid surface ........................................................ 5

Mounting the Decor-style panel on plasterboard/drywall ......................................................... 7

Wiring the Touch Panel ..................................................................................................... 9

Preparing captive wires............................................................................................................ 9

Wiring guidelines...................................................................................................................... 9

Using AXlink for data and power............................................................................................ 10

Using AXlink for data with a +12 VDC power supply ............................................................. 10

Using the (DB-9) RS-232 connector for mouse control or data communication .................... 11

Designing Touch Panel Pages ..............................................................................13

Buttons ............................................................................................................................ 13

Activating Edit Mode........................................................................................................ 14

Setting the Device Base .................................................................................................. 16

Setting the Device Used.................................................................................................. 16

Adding a Page................................................................................................................. 16

Setting the page color ............................................................................................................ 16

Adding a Button............................................................................................................... 16

Resizing a button ................................................................................................................... 16

Defining On-Screen and External Button Properties....................................................... 17

Setting the channel code........................................................................................................ 17

Setting the variable text code................................................................................................. 18

Setting the page flip ............................................................................................................... 18

Setting the button colors for channel-off conditions ............................................................... 18

Adding text, icons, and bitmaps to a button ........................................................................... 18

Using TPDesign3 to Download Bitmaps, Icons, and Fonts............................................. 19

Creating a Bargraph and Joystick ................................................................................... 19

Adding a bargraph or joystick button...................................................................................... 20

Setting Bargraph and Joystick Properties ....................................................................... 20

Setting the level code............................................................................................................. 20

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Adjust Sensors Setup Page ............................................................................................ 20

External PushButtons...................................................................................................... 23

Setting the pushbutton illumination ........................................................................................ 23

Passive Infrared Sensor.................................................................................................. 24

Light Sensor .................................................................................................................... 24

Audio Tones .................................................................................................................... 24

Programming ..........................................................................................................25

Serial Commands............................................................................................................ 25

System Send_Commands .............................................................................................. 27

Programming Numbers ................................................................................................... 35

Shorthand Send Commands........................................................................................... 36

Color Send_Commands.................................................................................................. 41

Variable Text Send_Commands ..................................................................................... 43

Shorthand Variable Text Commands .............................................................................. 45

Button String Commands................................................................................................ 48

Upgrading the Firmware ........................................................................................51

Upgrading the Firmware Using NetLinx Studio ............................................................... 51

Upgrading Firmware through a COM port.............................................................................. 51

Upgrading the Firmware through an IP Address.................................................................... 53

Upgrading the Firmware Using SOFTROM .................................................................... 56

Configuration.......................................................................................................................... 56

Downloading the Firmware .................................................................................................... 56

Replacing the Battery ............................................................................................59

AXT-CP4 (/PB) Battery Replacement ............................................................................. 59

AXD-CP4 (/PB) Battery Replacement............................................................................. 60

Product Information

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Product Information

The Color Passive-Matrix Decor-style Mini-Touch Panels (AXD-CP4/PB and AXT-CP4/PB)

contain a 4" (10.16 cm visible area) 256-color passive-matrix liquid crystal display (LCD). These

panels are equipped with an infrared motion sensor, light sensor, and external illuminated buttons.

Using the TPDesign3 Touch Panel Design program, you can create custom pages with buttons,

icons, sliders, bargraphs, time displays, logos, and drawings. The AXD-CP4/PB is designed for

wall mounting with a Decor-style bezel and uses an optional CB-CP4 conduit/wall box for "pre-

wall" surfaces. The AXT-CP4/PB is designed to rest on or mounted to any level surface.

FIG. 1 shows the AXD-CP4/PB and AXT-CP4/PB panels.

Specifications

The AXD-CP4 panels come inserted within a plastic backbox (mountable into most

surfaces) that should not be confused with the optional metal CB-CP4 conduit box

(metallic optional component).

FIG. 1 AXD-CP4/PB and AXT-CP4/PB

Specifications

Dimensions (HWD):

AXD-CP4/PB • Plastic housing: 4.03" x 4.45" x 2.00" (10.24 cm x 11.30 cm x 5.08 cm)

• Decor faceplate: 5.13" x 5.25" x 0.40" (13.03 cm x 13.35 cm x 1.02 cm)

• CB-CP4 Conduit/wallbox: 4.18" x 4.60" x 3.40" (10.62 cm x 11.68 cm x

8.64 cm)

AXT-CP4/PB • Tabletop unit: 4.04" x 5.25" x 4.84" (10.26 cm x 13.34 mm x 12.30 mm)

• Decor faceplate: 5.13" x 5.25" x 0.40" (13.03 cm x 13.34 cm x 1.02 cm)

Weight:

AXD-CP4/PB 4.5 lbs. (2.04 kg)

AXT-CP4/PB 4.53 lbs. (2.05 kg)

Power Consumption 320 mA @ 12 VDC

Screen Resolution (HV) 240 x 320 pixels

Video Monitor 3.8 inches (9.65 cm)

AXD-CP4 (Front view) AXT-CP4 (Front view)

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Cleaning the Touch Overlay

You should clean the touch screen overlay often. Always use clean cotton cloths, and a spray bottle

of cleaning solution consisting of 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% water.

Specifications (Cont.)

External Buttons 6 fixed-external backlit illuminated pushbuttons (illumination is user enabled/

disbaled via the pushbuttons illumination feature). Pushbutton assignments can

include the typical Device/Channel numbers, Flip to Page option, and String/Macro.

Button Characters • Top row of four buttons - Seven characters using a 10pt Century Gothic font

• Bottom row of two buttons - Seven characters using a 7pt Century Gothic font

Light Detector Photosensitive light detector for adjustment of the panel brightness.

Motion Sensor (PIR) • Proximity Infrared Detector to wake the panel when the panel is approached.

• Activation range: +

20° vertically from center and + 45° horizontally from center.

Memory 512 KB of SRAM and 2 MB of Flash for a total memory of 2.5 MB

(only 2 MB is available for buttons, icons, bitmaps, and fonts).

Character Support Unicode

®

character support for far-eastern languages such as Chinese.

Characters for middle-eastern languages such as Arabic are not supported within

the Unicode fonts because they are bi-directional. Buttons with Unicode fonts can

only be created and edited using TPDesign3 and NetLinx Studio. Refer to the

respective manuals for additional information.

Viewing Angle • Horizontal viewing angle: +

50°

• Vertical viewing angle: +

50°

Rear Connectors:

AXlink 4-pin bus connector for connection to the AMX Central Controller.

RS-232 DB-9 male connector for data transmission or Microsoft

®

mouse control.

Compatibility Axcess, NetLinx, and Landmark systems (AXlink is the most common control

standard for this system)

Operating Environment • Indoor operation at temperatures between 10

º C (50º F) to 40º C (104º F) and a

humidity range of 5% to 90% RH (non-condensing)

Installation kit • 4-pin AXlink data/power connector

• Drywall clip set (2 -drywall clamps and 2- #8 (2" long) screws

• 4-#4-40 machine screws and threaded inserts

Enclosure • Metal sub-plate and bezel with black or white matte finish

• Detachable front panel bezel

Installation Cutout Cutout Template for the AXD/T-CP4 is available as an insert in the product

packaging and from AMX as drawing number 62-5921-02. This file provides 1:1 cut-

out dimensions for the CP4 conduit/wallbox. For a replacement cutout, please call

your AMX sales representative.

Optional Accessories • PSN2.8 Power supply (can be used on the CP4) (FG423-17)

• PSN6.5 Power supply (recommended for use on the CP4) (FG423-41)

• CB-CP4 Conduit/wallbox (includes flanges for installation to studs during the

construction phase). (FG028-10)

• Conduit/Wallbox should only be mounted to a beam before a drywall is

installed (pre-wall).

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Installation

Mounting Decor-style Panels

The following paragraphs describe mounting the Decor-style touch panels using the different types

of available methods and surfaces. The CP4 has an AXlink and DB-9 port on the rear of the unit.

Communication can be done through either the AXlink or DB-9 cables. These steps use AXlink for

both data and power.

Mounting the Decor-style panel into a pre-walled conduit box (CB-CP4)

The CP4 Conduit/wallbox is an optional metallic housing that is installed onto a beam in a pre-wall

setting. The CP4 is housed in a plastic backbox (CB-CP4) that comes shipped with the unit.

To install Decor-style touch panels:

1. Carefully remove the Decor faceplate (A in FIG. 2) and plastic pushbuttons from the main

AXD unit (B in FIG. 2) by gripping the faceplate from the notches (located along the underside

of the plate) and pulling with gentle force.

2. Remove any necessary wiring cutouts from the pre-installed (optional) conduit/wallbox

(C in FIG. 2) (CB-CP4) where the AXlink cable is threaded through for connection to the

touch panel (FIG. 2). The snaps located along the side of the conduit/wallbox can be snapped

off or used to mount the unit to a hard surface (like a wooden beam).

Do not remove the illumination board from the main unit. Damage to any pins

prevents proper operation of the unit.

FIG. 2 Decor-style panel installation configuration for pre-existing conduit/wall box

A

B - Main AXD unit consists of

C - Optional CB-CP4

touch panel, and plastic housing

- Decor

faceplate

Install the (2) #4-40

into the places

indicated by the

drawing

Removable

tabs

the illumination board,

Illumination board

conduit/wallbox

Cable

knockouts

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3. Thread the incoming AXlink cable through the knockout.

4. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller and thread the terminal end of

the 4-pin AXlink cable through the circular cable knockouts provided on the wallbox.

5. Attach the data and power wiring to the touch panel.

6. Test the connection by reconnecting the AXlink connector to the Central Controller and

communicating with the PC.

7. Verify that the panel is receiving power and functioning properly. This should be done to

prevent repetition of the installation.

8. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller until the installation of the panel

is complete.

9. Connect the data and power wiring to the rear of the touch panel.

10. Fasten the CB-CP4 to the stud through the tabs shown in FIG. 3. The wallbox can be secured to

the stud by using either nails or screws. This installation must be done prior to any wall

installation.

11. Slide the main unit (B in FIG. 2) into the conduit/wallbox (C in FIG. 2) until it slides in

completely and flush against the wallbox.

12. Use the securing screws (two #4-40 screws provided) to attach the main AXD unit to the wall

box. Refer to B in FIG. 2 for more information.

13. Place the Faceplate on a level surface with the internal side up. Take the plastic pushbuttons

and insert them (engraved side down) into the six holes on the faceplate (FIG. 4). Make sure

that they are secured firmly into place before attaching the faceplate.

FIG. 3 Screw location for attachment of the CB-CP4 in a typical drywall installation

FIG. 4 Pushbutton location and installation

Sheet

rock

Stud

Tabs may be removed if not used for the installation

CB-CP4 Conduit Wallbox

TYPICAL DRYWALL INSTALLATION

Plastic

Pushbuttons

Rear of the

Decor Faceplate

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14. Carefully snap-on the faceplate (A in FIG. 2 on page 3) to the main touch panel unit. Make

sure the plastic buttons are flush against the faceplate and secure.

15. Reconnect the AXlink wiring to the Central Controller. The touch panel beeps when power is

applied.

Mounting the Decor-style panel on a flat or solid surface

1. Carefully remove the Decor faceplate (A in FIG. 5) from the main AXD unit (B in FIG. 5) by

gripping the faceplate from the notches (located along the underside of the plate) and pulling

with gentle force.

2. Cut out the surface using the dimensions shown in FIG. 6. Be sure not to cut out notches for the

expansion clips (only used when mounting the panel in plasterboard). FIG. 7 shows a sample

of the CP4 (62-5921-02) cutout template used for an accurate visual reference of the cutout

dimensions.

3. Thread the incoming AXlink wiring through the cutout on the flat surface.

4. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller and thread the terminal end of

the 4-pin AXlink cable through the circular cable knockouts provided on the wallbox.

5. Attach the data and power wiring to the touch panel.

6. Test the connection by reconnecting the AXlink connector to the Central Controller. Verify that

the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent repetition of the installation.

7. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller until installation is complete.

8. Connect the data and power wiring to the rear of the touch panel.

Do not remove the illumination board from the main unit. Damage to any pins

prevents proper operation of the unit.

FIG. 5 Decor-style panel installation configuration for flat /solid surfaces

A

B - Main AXD unit consists of

- Decor

faceplate

Install the #4-40

Solid surface

(can include a

the touch panel, illumination board,

wall, podium, or

other level

surface)

machine screw

four #4 screws)

into the

holes shown below.

inserts (using

Screw length

depends on the

installation surface.

and housing

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9. Insert the main unit into the flat surface mounting until firmly positioned and flush with the

surface.

FIG. 6 Decor-style panel installation configuration for flat surface mounting

FIG. 7 Sample router cutout dimension template for the CP4

IN THESE 4 CORNERS

.250 MAX RADIUS ALLOWED

IN CORNERS OF NOTCHES

.125 MAX RADIUS ALLOWED

DRYWALL EXPANSIONS CLIPS

IF UNIT IS INSTALLED USING

THESE NOTCHES ARE ONLY NEEDED

(2 PROVIDED)

CUTOUT

FRONT BEZEL

Drywall clip set (clip and

screw) for installation

to plasterboard/drywall

surfaces

These four holes are only

required when mounting

to a solid surface. Secure

the unit with #4 screws using

#4-40 threaded inserts

at these four locations

#4-40 machine screw insert

(#4 screws) for mounting to

flat surfaces (provided by

installer)

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P

62-5921-02

THREADED INSERTS AT THESE 4

THESE 4 HOLES ARE REQUIRED

SECURE UNIT WITH #4 SCREWS.

SOLID SURFACE (PODIUM, DESK, ETC.).

ONLY WHEN MOUNTING UNIT TO A

SUGGEST INSTALLATION OF #4-40

LOCATIONS.

FRONT BEZEL

ONLY IF UNIT IS INSTALLED USING

THESE 2 NOTCHES ARE REQUIRED

(2 PROVIDED)

DRYWALL EXPANSIONS CLIPS

AXD-CP4

(NOT FOR USE WITH BB-CP4 CONDUIT BOX)

CUT-OUT TEMPLATE

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P

If something happens

to the template, contact

your sales representative

for another copy.

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10. Fasten the main AXD unit to the surface using the surface-screws (#4 wood screws) supplied

with the enclosure (FIG. 8). Refer to B in FIG. 5 on page 5 for more information.

11. Place the faceplate on a level surface with the internal side up. Take the plastic pushbuttons and

insert them (engraved side down) into the six holes on the faceplate (FIG. 4 on page 4). Make

sure that they are secured firmly into place before attaching the faceplate.

12. Carefully snap on the faceplate (A in FIG. 5) to the main touch panel unit. Make sure the

plastic buttons are flush against the faceplate and secure.

13. Reconnect the AXlink wiring to the Central Controller. The touch panel beeps when power is

applied.

Mounting the Decor-style panel on plasterboard/drywall

To install Decor-style touch panels on plasterboard/drywall:

1. Carefully remove the Decor faceplate (A in FIG. 9) from the main AXD unit (B in FIG. 9) by

gripping the faceplate from the notches (located along the underside of the plate) and pulling

with gentle force.

FIG. 8 Screw locations for plasterboard mounting of the main AXD unit

FIG. 9 Decor-style panel installation configuration for drywall surfaces

Main AXD unit consists of

illumination board, CP4, and

plastic housing

Surface mount screws (#4 wood)

are inserted through the

outer holes along the plastic housing

A

B - Main AXD unit consists of the touch

- Decor

faceplate

Install the 2 drywall

clips and screws

(included) into the

holes

Flat surface

(can include a

panel, illumination board, and housing

wall, podium, or

other level

surface)

2 notches are

required if the unit

is installed into a

drywall using the (2)

provided clips.

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2. Cut out the install surface using the dimensions shown in FIG. 10. Be sure to cut out the two

notches along-side the CP4 to accommodate the two provided drywall expansion clips.

FIG. 7 on page 6 shows a sample of the CP4 (62-5921-02) cutout template used for an accurate

visual reference of the cutout dimensions.

3. Thread the incoming AXlink wiring through the cutout opening in the wall.

4. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller and thread the terminal end of

the 4-pin AXlink cable through the circular cable knockouts provided on the wallbox.

5. Attach the data and power wiring to the touch panel.

6. Test the connection by reconnecting the AXlink connector to the Central Controller. Verify that

the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to prevent repetition of the installation.

7. Disconnect the AXlink connector from the Central Controller until installation is complete.

8. Connect the data and power wiring to the rear of the touch panel.

9. Insert the main unit into the wall cutout until it is firmly positioned and flush with the wall.

10. Fasten the main AXD unit to the surface using the two (2) drywall clip sets (consisting of

screws and clips) supplied with the enclosure (FIG. 9).

11. Place the faceplate on a level surface with the internal side up. Take the plastic pushbuttons and

insert them (engraved side down) into the six holes on the faceplate (FIG. 4 on page 4). Make

sure that they are secured firmly into place before attaching the faceplate.

12. Carefully snap the faceplate to main touch panel unit. Make sure the plastic buttons are secure

and flush against the faceplate.

13. Reconnect the AXlink wiring to the Central Controller. The touch panel beeps when power is

applied.

Do not remove the illumination board from the main unit. Damage to any pins

prevents proper operation of the unit.

The drywall clip set must be re-ordered from AMX if it is bent accidentally during an

installation or removed during a re-installation.

FIG. 10 Decor-style panel installation configuration for plasterboard

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Wiring the Touch Panel

The CP4/PB touch panels use a mini 4-pin (male) AXlink connector for both power and data; it is

located at the rear of the panel, as shown in FIG. 11. This same figure shows the DB-9

communication port.

Preparing captive wires

You will need a wire stripper and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and connect the captive wires.

1. Strip 0.25 inch of wire 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. Turn the flat-blade screws clockwise to secure the wire in the connector. Do not over-torque

the screws; doing so can bend the seating pin and damage the connector.

Wiring guidelines

The touch panels require 12 VDC power to operate properly. The touch panel can use either a

PS(N)2.8 (if the power is being supplied only to the touch panel) or a PS(N)6.5 power supply (if the

power is being routed through the touch panel to power another device). The Central Controller

supplies power via the AXlink cable or external 12 VDC power supply. The maximum wiring

distance between the Central Controller and touch panel is determined by power consumption,

supplied voltage, and the wire gauge used for the cable. The table below lists wire sizes and

maximum lengths allowable between the touch panel and Central Controller. The maximum wiring

lengths for using AXlink power are based on a minimum of 13.5 volts available at the Central

Controller’s power supply. Refer to the Specifications section on page 1 for more information.

FIG. 11 Rear views of the AXD and AXT touch panels

4-pin AXlink connector

DB-9 data connector

AXD-CP4/PB (Rear view)

AXT-CP4/PB (Rear view)

4-pin AXlink

DB-9 data

connector

Do not connect power to the touch panel until wiring is complete. If you are using a

12 VDC power supply, apply power to the touch panel only after installation is

complete.

Wiring Guidelines at 320 mA

Wire Size Maximum Wiring Length

18 AWG 366.78 feet (111.80 m)

20 AWG 232.05 feet (70.73 m)

22 AWG 144.68 feet (44.10 m)

24 AWG 91.20 feet (27.80 m)

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If you install the touch panel farther away from the Central Controller than recommended in the

Wiring Guidelines at 320 mA table, connect an external 12 VDC power supply to the panel, as

shown in FIG. 12 and FIG. 13.

Using AXlink for data and power

Connect the Central Controller’s AXlink connector to the AXlink connector on the touch panel for

data and12 VDC power, as shown in FIG. 12.

Using AXlink for data with a +

12 VDC power supply

To use the AXlink 4-pin connector for data communication (with the Central Controller) and power

transfer (from a power supply), the incoming PWR and GND cable from the power supply must be

connected to the AXlink cable connector going to the touch panel. FIG. 13 shows the external

power supply diagram.

1. Unscrew the PWR and GND wires on the terminal end of the power supply’s 2-pin cable.

2. Pair the GND wires from the power supply and Central Controller AXlink connectors together;

insert them into the clamp position for GND on the touch panel AXlink connector.

3. Tighten the clamp and secure the two GND wires.

4. Place the PWR wire from the power supply into the open clamp position for PWR on the touch

panel AXlink connector.

FIG. 12 AXlink wiring diagram

FIG. 13 AXlink and external 12 VDC power supply wiring diagram

PWR (+)

AXP

AXM

GND (-)

PWR (+)

AXP

AXM

GND (-)

Central Controller

Touch

Panel

PWR (+)

AXP

AXM

GND (-)

PWR (+)

AXP

AXM

GND (-)

12 VDC power supply

PWR (+)

GND (-)

Touch

Panel

Central Controller

Never connect both power wires from thepower supply and Central Controller to the

PWR terminal on the touch panel AXlink connector. Only the power supply’s PWR

wire should be connected to the touch panel AXlink connector. If both sources are

used to provide power to the touch panel, an electrical hazard is created and the

threat of both equipment damage and personal injury is likely.

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Using the (DB-9) RS-232 connector for mouse control or data communication

The dual-function (DB-9) RS-232 connector supports most standard serial mouse control devices

and RS-232 communication protocols for PC data transmission. Refer to the TPDesign or

TPDesign3 Touch Panel Program instruction manual for data transmission information.

The following table lists the (DB-9) RS-232 connector pinouts and FIG. 14 shows the (DB-9)

RS-232 connector and power supply wiring diagram.

Use connector pins 2, 3, and 5 for data and ground. For some applications, you may need to strap

pins 7 (request to send) and 8 (clear to send) together, depending on the PC.

(DB-9) RS-232 Connector Pinouts

Pin Signal Function

1 N/A Not used

2 RXD Receive data

3 TXD Transmit data

4 DTR Data terminal ready (not used)

5 GND Signal ground

6 DSR Data set ready (not used)

7 RTS Request to send (not used)

8 CTS Clear to send (not used)

9 N/A Not used

FIG. 14 DB-9 RS-232 connector and power supply wiring diagram

9

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

9

8

7

6

Female

Male

Power connector

Mouse or PC, DB-9 connector

Female

Male

Touch panel

DB-9 connector

Optional 7 to 8-pin

connector

2 (RXD)

3 (TXD)

5 (GND)

2 (RXD)

3 (TXD)

5 (GND)

+ (PWR)

- (GND)

12 VDC power supply

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Designing Touch Panel Pages

There are two ways to approach creating touch panel pages:

! TPDesign3 - Refer to the TPDesign3 Touch Panel Program (Version 3. 16) instruction

manual for more information.

! On-board editor

This section describes the basics of using the on-board editor to create pages and buttons. For more

information, refer to the G3 Firmware Design and Reference instruction manual.

Buttons

Standard button types include rectangles and other geometric shapes you can create with the touch

panel editor. Buttons are set with attributes, meaning there is a response from the Central Controller

when you touch the button.

General buttons are part of the default touch panel program and cannot be changed. General buttons

create or revise pages and specify panel communication parameters. The general button categories

are described in the table below.

General Button Categories

Selection buttons Selection buttons appear on touch panel pages and set

communication parameters.

Information buttons Information buttons contain serial numbers and firmware version

information. The properties of these buttons cannot be changed.

These buttons have a dark fill and light text.

Adjustment buttons You can use the UP and DN buttons to set adjustment buttons. The

adjustment button example sets the baud rate for the connection

from the touch panel to the computer.

Keypad buttons The keypad button opens a keypad so you can enter a password or

value assignment. All keypad buttons are interactive except for the

entry display.

Decision buttons Decision buttons appear when an operation has two options and

requires verification before an action is performed.

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Activating Edit Mode

Before designing touch panel pages and buttons, you must activate Edit mode. Once activated, use

the

EDIT button to enter Edit mode. This mode has options to add and configure touch panels and

buttons. When powering up the touch panel, the first page is the Main page (FIG. 15). Note that the

Edit button is not available initially. If you have a pre-programmed panel, you may not see the Main

page.

To activate Edit mode:

1. Press

SETUP in the Main page to open the Setup page (FIG. 16).

2. Press

PROTECTED SETUP to open the keypad.

3. Enter

1988 (default password) in the keypad and press ENTER to open the Protected Setup

page. If you press ENTER after typing an incorrect password, you are immediately returned to

the previous page.

General Button Categories (Cont.)

Status buttons Status buttons always have a dark fill with light letters and have no

functionality except to display information.

Operation bars Operation bars appear in the place of the Editor bar, after selecting a

button or page edit operation. The operation bar indicates which edit

function is currently active. When an edit operation is selected, it

remains active until you press EXIT.

Touch to Continue buttons "Touch to Continue" buttons appear when an operation requires user

acknowledgement.

Joystick buttons Joysticks are vertical and horizontal direction controllers for use with

pan and tilt camera controllers.

Bargraph buttons Bargraph buttons display a dynamic bargraph (vertical or horizontal).

An example is the Battery level indicator button.

FIG. 15 Main Page

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4. Press EDITOR to enable Edit mode. The EDITOR button is highlighted in the Protected Setup

page when enabled, as shown in FIG. 17.

5. Press

EXIT to close the Protected Setup page and return to the Setup page (now in Edit mode).

6. Press

EXIT again to return to the Main page. The EDIT button appears at the top of the page

indicating Edit mode is active.

7. Press

EDIT to open the Edit bar. The BUTTON and PAGE options, in the Edit bar (FIG. 18), are

used to design and modify button and page settings.

FIG. 16 Setup page

FIG. 17 Protected Setup page with the active EDITOR button

FIG. 18 Main page with Edit bar

Edit bar

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Setting the Device Base

Press the DEVICE BASE option, in the Protected Setup page (FIG. 17), to assign a base (starting)

device address to the touch panel.

1. Enter the base address for the touch panel. The base address range is from 1 - 255. Standard

device addresses begin at 128.

2. Press

ENTER to save.

Setting the Device Used

Use the DEVICE USED option in the Protected Setup page (FIG. 17) to assign a value for the

number of devices being controlled by the touch panel.

1. Press

DEVICE USED to open the keypad and enter the panel’s device number from 1 - 4. Each

device number supports up to 255 programmable channel codes. The multiple device settings

allow you to create up to four unique touch panel buttons and/or pages. This value is used to

determine the current device being used by the panel.

2. Enter the number of devices being used by the touch panel.

3. Press

ENTER to save the value.

Adding a Page

1. Press PAGE on the Edit bar to open the PAGE menu.

2. Press

ADD to open the keyboard and enter a name for the new page. Page names can be up to

20 characters.

3. Press

EXIT CHANGE to save, close the keyboard, and go to the new page.

Setting the page color

1. Press

EDIT to open the Edit bar on the newly created page.

2. Press

PAGE on the Edit bar to open the PAGE menu.

3. Press

PAGE CO LOR to open the color palette.

4. Select a color from the palette; the page automatically changes to the new color.

Adding a Button

To add a button to the current page:

1. Press

BUTTON on the Edit bar to open the BUTTON menu.

2. Press

ADD to open the ADD BUTTON operation bar. On the LCD screen, touch and drag to

create a button. The first touch point is the upper-left corner of the button.

Resizing a button

1. Press

BUTTON on the Edit bar to open the BUTTON menu.

2. Press

RESIZE. Then, touch any edge of the button and drag. Removing your finger from the

panel saves the button dimensions.

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