AMX AutoPatch CP-15 User manual

Quick Start Guide
AutoPatch CP-15 Control Panel
Overview
Both front and remote panel versions of the CP-15 operate identically. Instructions for
installing a remote are on the reverse side. For complete documentation, see the AMX
AutoPatch Software & Documentation CD or visit www.amx.com.
Function Menu & Keys
•Function Key – accesses the Function Menu at anytime during operation
•Control Dial – scrolls through the menu (menu loops back to the first item after
scrolling past the last item)
•Select Key – enter selections
•Cancel Key – cancels an incomplete operation
•Take Key – must be pressed to complete an operation
The color of input and output keys indicate availability or selection:
• Blue key – available for selection
• White or flashing white key – is selected as part of the operation (when verifying
Status, the selected key and all keys connected to it are white)
• Non-illuminated key – is not available for the current operation
Executing / Disconnecting Switches
To execute a switch:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, press the Select Key to
choose Change (the available Input and Output
Keys turn blue).
3. Press the Input Key for the desired input.
4. Press the Output Key(s) for the desired output(s).
5. Press the Take Key to execute the switch.
To disconnect a switch:
Important: Disconnecting an input disconnects all outputs receiving that source
signal even if a specific output(s) is selected at the same time.
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu scroll to Disconnect.
3. Press the Select Key (all available Input and
Output Keys turn blue).
4. Press the desired Input and/or Output Key(s)
(selected keys turn white).
5. Press the Take Key to disconnect the switch
(applicable keys turn blue).
Verifying Signal Status
To verify signal status:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Status.
3. Press the Select Key (all available Input and
4. Output Keys turn blue).
5. Press the desired Input or Output Key. The selected
key and all keys connected to it turn white.
6. Select another signal to verify or press the
Function Key to return to the Main Menu.
Changing the Virtual Matrix
To change the virtual matrix:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Virtual Matrix.
3. Press the Select Key.
4. Scroll to the desired virtual matrix.
5. Press the Select Key.
6. Press the Function Key. The system is ready to
make changes on the selected Virtual Matrix.
Audio – Adjusting Digital Input Gain & Volume
To adjust digital input gain:
Important: We strongly recommend that only a qualified dealer make digital input
gain adjustments. Make input gain adjustments before outputs are fine-tuned.
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Adjust Audio.
3. Press the Select Key.
4. In the Adjust Audio Submenu, scroll to Input Gain.
5. Press the Select Key (available Input Keys turn
blue; no Output Keys are illuminated).
6. Press the Input Key for the desired input.
7. In the Adjust Input Gain screen, adjust the input
gain by turning the Control Dial.
8. Select another input to adjust or press the
Function Key.
Note: The total through-system gain (the amount of input gain plus the amount of
output gain) for any input to output routing path will not exceed +10 dB (automatically
limited by the router).
To adjust volume:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Adjust Audio.
3. Press the Select Key.
4. In the Adjust Audio Submenu, press the Select Key
again to select Output Volume.
5. Press the Output Key for the desired output.
6. In the Adjust Volume Screen, adjust the output
volume by turning the Control Dial. If the selected
output is muted, “muted” displays as the current
setting. Turning the Control Dial will un-mute a
muted output and adjust its volume.
7. Select another output to adjust or press the
Function Key.
Muting & Un-Muting Outputs
Note: The mute / un-mute option applies to output volume only and is notavailable for
input gain.
To mute an output:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Adjust Audio and
press the Select Key.
3. In the Adjust Audio Submenu, scroll to Mute/
Unmute.
4. Press the Select Key (no InputKeys are illuminated;
available Output Keys are blue; muted Output Keys are white).
5. Press the Output Key of the output to be muted (selected key turns white).
6. Select another output to mute or press the Function Key.
To un-mute an output:
1. Complete Steps 1 through 4 of the previous procedure.
2. Press the Output Key of the output to be un-muted (selected key turns blue).
The output volume is un-muted (restored to its previous level).
Defining / Executing Global Preset
To define a global preset:
1. Route the entire system to the desired state.
2. Press the Function Key.
3. In the Function Menu, scroll to Global Preset.
4. Press the Select Key.
5. In the Global Preset Submenu, press the Select
Key again to select Define Global.
6. In the Define Global list, scroll to desired number.
7. Press either the Select Key or the Take Key.
8. Wait approximately ten seconds for the system to store the global preset setting.
The system returns to the Global Preset Submenu.
9. Press the Function Key to return to the Function Menu.
Caution: If the system is reconfigured, global presets may be lost.
To execute a global preset:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Global Preset
3. Press the Select Key.
4. In the Global Preset Submenu, scroll to Execute Global. Press the Select Key.
5. In the Execute Global Preset list, scroll to the desired Global Preset.
6. Press either Select Key or Take Key to execute the pre-defined Global Preset.
7. Press the Function Key to return to the Function Menu.
Note: Status is not invalidated by global presets.
FIG. 1 CP-15 front view (on an Optima enclosure)
Input Keys
Output Keys
LCD
Function Key
Control Dial
Select Key
Cancel Key
Take Key
Power Indicator

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Checking the Software Version
To check the software version information:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. In the Function Menu, scroll to Setup Options. Press the Select Key.
3. In Setup Options Submenu, press Select Key again to choose Software Ver-
sion.
The Software Version Screen lists the following (scroll to see all information):
• Driver – control panel’s firmware version
• Built – date the control panel’s software was built
• Host – software version of the initial operating system (IOS) for the control
panel
• XNet ID – control panel’s XNNet device number
• FP Link baud 115200 – indicates a front control panel and the baud rate
Or
Bridge – indicates a remote control panel and the version of its communication
link to the enclosure’s CPU
System Error Codes / Troubleshooting
If an error code appears in the LCD (e.g., E01000A), a common troubleshooting
strategy is resending the command to see if the error was simply a timeout error.
Other things to check: link connections, power cables, and power source. If the
system still displays an error code, refer to the instruction manual on the AMX
AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com.
CP-15 Remote Panel
General Specifications
Rear View
Caution: Do not use the Service connector as a point of control.
Installing a CP-15 Remote Panel
ESD Warning: Avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive
components; be sure you and the control panel(s) are properly grounded
before touching any internal materials.
Rack Installation
CP-15 Remote Panels are designed to fit in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack.
Rack ears are built on to the case.
To install the CP-15 Remote in a rack:
1. Place the CP-15 in the rack. Optimum viewing angle is at eye level.
2. Attach panel with front mounting screws.
Linking Multiple Panels
CP-15 Remote Panels can be linked together in a daisy chain to create multiple
control points for a single system. XNNet link cables can be attached to either Comm
Link. The total distance of the cable runs cannot exceed 1,000 ft. (304.8 m).
On large control networks, termination may be required on the last linked control
panel (or device); for termination information, see the control panel instruction
manual (or device documentation).
Attaching Cables
Communication Cable Requirements
• Two-conductor, 20 AWG, 7/28 strand cable with a drain wire or shield, such as
Alpha 2412C (customer supplied)
• Maximum length of cable: 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) total, including linked panels
To Connect a CP-15 to a router:
1. Unplug one of the Comm Link connectors on the CP-15 (see FIG. 2).
2. Loosen the two outer screws on the connector.
3. Insert XNNet link cable wires according to FIG. 3 (either wire goes into either
outside slot).
4. Tighten screws and plug connector back into the Comm Link.
5. On the router’s CPU, unplug XNNet connector (for connector location, see
router documentation).
6. Loosen the two outer screws on the connector.
7. Insert the two wires from the CP-15 into the two outer slots of the CPU’s
connector, leaving center slot empty. Either wire goes into either outside slot.
8. Tighten the screws and plug the connector back into the CPU.
Applying Power
Important: Power requirements: +24 VDC @ 600 mA per panel. Always use a UL
approved power source. Check the power source’s documentation for information
specific to that power source.
If you use the (optional) AutoPatch wall transformer, the side of the wire with the
white stripe is positive and the other side is ground.
To apply power to the CP-15 Remote:
AutoPatch wall transformer – insert power jack from transformer into power
connector on the panel. Place CP-15 in a rack or other permanent location before
plugging the transformer into the power source.
Completing the Installation
We recommend completing the installation by executing a test switch routing Input 1
to Output 2.
To execute a test switch:
1. Press the Function Key.
2. Press the Select Key.
3. Press Input Key 1. Input Key 1 flashes white.
4. Press Output Key 2. Output Key 2 illuminates white.
5. Press the Take Key. Input Key 1 and Output Key 2 turn blue.
Important: If the CP-15 was not part of the original system, the current configuration
file may need to be uploaded from the system’s CPU to the control panel. See the
instruction manual on the CD or at www.amx.com for instructions on reloading a
configuration file to the panel.
Additional Information Covered in the CP-15
Instruction Manual
• Reloading configuration files
• Executing (pre-defined) local presets
• Locking/unlocking
• Setting a password
Specifications
Cable for
XNNet Communications Two-conductor, 20 AWG, 7/28 strand cable with drain wire or shield (such as Alpha 2412C)
Distance 1000 ft. (304.8 m) total, including linked panels
Power 24 VDC @ >600 mA
Operational Temperature 32° - 110° F (0° - 43° C)
Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
Dimensions 0.97 in. (2.46 cm) depth
19.0 in. (48.26 cm) width with rack ears
3.5 in. (8.89 cm) height, 2 RU
Weight Approximately 1 lb. 10 oz. (0.74 kg) per panel
FIG. 2 CP-15 Remote rear view
Comm Link connectors
Power connectors
Service connector
Do not use Service connector
unless directed to do so by Technical Support
FIG. 3 Insert wires into the comm connector
FIG. 4 Insert transformer power plug into power jack