AMX AutoPatch CP-20A User manual

Quick Start Guide
AutoPatch CP-20A Control Panel
Overview
Both front and remote panel versions of the CP-20A 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.
Keys & Functions
1) Function Key: press to
view additional Main Menu
options or to return to Main
Menu screen from any screen.
2) Dynamic Command Keys:
select different commands &
settings depending on which
screen is active.
3) Back Key: return to
previous screen (will not undo
a completed operation).
4) Navigation Keys: scroll
through lists or adjust sliders in
Main Menu. Top key lightens
LCD; lower key darkens LCD.
5) Select or Mute Key
6) Take Key: must be pressed
to execute an operation.
The menu displays different command options across the bottom of the LCD,
depending on which screen is active.
LCD backlight turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity. Press any key to reactivate light.
Important: To get to Main Menu screen from any other screen, press the
Function Key.
Executing / Disconnecting Switches
To execute a switch:
1. Press Function Key to view the Main Menu. In
Main Menu, choose the Change command.
2. In the Change Input screen, locate the desired
input using the arrow keys to scroll through list.
Press the Select Key. Selected input is
highlighted.
3. In the Change Outputscreen, locate the desired
output. Press the Select Key. Or, select multiple
outputs by scrolling through list and pressing
Select Key. The Select Key toggles between
selecting and unselecting each time it is
pressed. Selected output(s) are highlighted.
4. Press the Take Key to execute the switch.
To disconnect a switch:
Note: Disconnecting an input disconnects all outputs
receiving that signal.
1. Press Function Key to view the Main Menu. In Main Menu, choose the Disc
(Disconnect) command (bottom of screen).
2. To disconnect an input: in the Disconnect Input screen, locate the desired input
using the arrow keys to scroll through list. Press the Select Key.
To disconnect an output: In the Disconnect Input screen, choose the Output
command (bottom of screen). Locate the desired output using the arrow keys to
scroll through list. Press the Select Key (additional disconnects can be selected
at this time).
3. Press the Take Key to disconnect the switch(es).
Verifying Signal Status
To verify signal status:
1. Press Function Key to view the Main Menu. In
Main Menu, choose the Status command.
2. To verify an input: In the Status Input screen,
locate the desired input. Press the Select Key.
The Status Results screen appears listing out-
puts connected to input being verified.
To verify an output: In the Status Input screen,
choose the Output command (bottom of screen).
Locate the desired output. Press the Select Key.
The Status Results screen appears displaying the input routed to the output
being verified.
3. Press the Back Key to return to the Status Input screen, or press the Function
Key to return to the Main Menu.
Changing the Virtual Matrix
To change the virtual matrix:
1. Press Function Key to view the Main Menu. In
Main Menu, choose the Change command.
2. In the Change Input screen, press the VM
command (bottom of screen).
3. Locate desired VM (current VM is highlighted.)
4. Press the Select Key.
Audio – Adjusting Digital Input Gain &
Volume
Note: Adjustments of volume or digital input gain for a device on one virtual matrix will
be in effect for that device on all virtual matrices switching audio signals.
To adjust digital input gain:
Important: We strongly recommend that only a qualified dealer make digital input
gain adjustments.
1. Press Function Key to view the Main Menu. In Main Menu, choose the Audio
command.
2. In the Adjust Audio Output screen, choose the Input command.
3. In the Adjust Audio Input screen, locate the desired input.
4. Press the Select Key to enter the selection.
5. In the Input Gain screen, adjust the input gain to the desired level using the
arrow keys.
6. Press Back Key to return to the previous screen.
7. Repeat for all inputs that will be routed to the same output.
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 Function Key to view the Main Menu. In Main Menu, choose the Audio
command.
2. In the Adjust Audio Output screen, locate the desired output.
3. Press the Select Key.
4. In the Output Volume screen, adjust volume using arrow keys.
Note: To mute or unmute volume, press Mute or Unmute Key to the right.
5. Press Back Key to return to previous screen or press Function Key to return to
Main Menu.
Defining / Executing Global Presets
To define a global preset:
1. Route the system to the desired state.
2. Press Function Key until the Global command is visible (bottom of screen).
3. Choose the Global command.
4. In the Execute Global Preset screen, choose the Define command.
5. In the Define Global Preset screen, scroll to desired number using arrow keys.
6. Press the Select Key.
7. Press the Take Key to define the current system state as a Global Preset.
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Caution: If the system is reconfigured, global presets may be lost.
To execute a global preset:
1. Press Function Key until the Global command is visible (bottom of screen).
2. Choose the Global command.
3. In the Execute Global Preset screen, locate desired (predefined) Global
Preset.
4. Press the Select Key.
5. Press the Take Key to execute the global preset.
System Error Codes / Troubleshooting
If error codes appear 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 CD or at
www.amx.com.
Checking the Software Version
To check the software version:
1. At the Main Menu screen, press Function Key until Setup command is visible.
2. Choose the Setup command; in the Setup screen, choose the Version
command.
The Setup Version screen appears (see following):
• Host – software version of initial operating system (IOS) for control panel
• Driver – control panel’s firmware version
• XNet ID – control panel’s XNNet device number
• Bridge – version of communication link from control panel to enclosure’s CPU
CP-20A Remote
General Specifications
Rear View
Caution: Do not use the Service connector as a point of control.
Installing a CP-20A 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.
Communication Cable Requirements
• Two-conductor, 20 AWG, 7/28 strand cable with a drain wire or shield,
such as Alpha 2412C (customer supplied)
• Max. length of cable: 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) total, including linked panels.
Installing the Panel
To Install a CP-20A Remote Panel:
1. Unplug one of the Comm Link connectors (see FIG. 1)
2. Loosen the two outer screws on the connector.
3. Insert XNNet link cable wires; either wire goes in either outside slot (FIG. 2).
4. Tighten screws and plug the connector back into the Comm Link connector.
5. On 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-20A into two outer slots of the CPU’s
connector, leaving center slot empty. Either wire goes in either outside slot.
8. Tighten screws and plug connector back into CPU.
Multiple Panels
CP-20A Remote Panels can be linked together in a daisy chain to create multiple
control points for a single system. XNNet link cablescan be attached to eitherComm
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).
Rack Installation
CP-20A Remote Panels are designed to fit in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack.
Optimum viewing angle is at eye level.
To install the CP-20A Remote in a rack:
1. Wire the CP-20A to the enclosure and to a power source.
2. Insert the wired panel through the rear of the rack.
3. Attach panel with front mounting screws.
4. Apply power to the panel (see below).
5. After a brief wait, execute a test switch.
Applying Power
Important: Power requirements: +9 VDC @ 500mA. Always use a UL approved
power source. Check the power source’s documentation for information specific to
that power source.
On 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-20A Remote:
1. Unplug the power connector on the CP-20A Remote.
2. Loosen the two outer screws and insert the power cable wires (FIG. 3).
3. Tighten both screws and plug the connector back into the remote panel.
4. Place CP-20A Remote in rack or other permanent location before
applying power.
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 to view the Main Menu screen. In the Main Menu,
press the Change Key. (If Change Key is not visible, press Function Key until
Change Key appears).
2. At the Change Input screen, locate Input 1.
3. Press Select Key.
4. In Change Output screen locate Output 2. Press Select Key.
5. Press Take Key.
Important: If the CP-20A was not part of the original system, the current
configuration file must be uploaded to the remote. To upload the current file: in the
Main Menu, choose Setup, then Reload. For instructions on loading a new
configuration file, see the instruction manual on the CD or at www.amx.com.
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 +7 to + 9 VDC @ 500 mA
Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
Dimensions 0.93 in. (2.36 cm) depth
19.0 in. (48.26 cm) width with mounting ears
5.2 in. (13.21 cm) height, 3 RU
Weight Approximately 2 lb. (0.91 kg) per panel
FIG. 1 CP-20A rear view
Comm connectors Power connector
Service connector
Do not use Service connector
unless directed to do so by Technical Support
FIG. 2 Insert wires into Comm Link connector
FIG. 3 Power connector