AMX AXB-TCTCR TELEVISION CONTROLLERRECEIVER User manual

instruction manual
AXlink Bus Controllers
AXB-TC and AXB-TCR
Television Controllers

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Product Information .................................................................................................1
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 2
Applications ....................................................................................................................... 3
Installation and Wiring .............................................................................................5
Setting the Device DIP Switch........................................................................................... 5
Internal Jumper Settings ................................................................................................... 5
JI jumper settings: TV power sensing/TV power current sensing mode .................................. 6
J2 jumper settings: IR output mode (IR or serial communication) ........................................... 6
J3 jumper settings: IR attenuation mode (bypass or adjustment) ............................................ 6
Wiring ................................................................................................................................ 7
Wiring guidelines...................................................................................................................... 7
Preparing/connecting captive wires ......................................................................................... 7
TV Sensor connections ............................................................................................................ 7
IR Emitter connections ............................................................................................................. 8
Axlink data and power connections.......................................................................................... 8
Axlink data and 12 VDC power supply connections................................................................. 8
PCS and Axlink data and power connections .......................................................................... 9
PCS and 12 VDC power supply connections........................................................................... 9
Installation ....................................................................................................................... 10
Television Power Sensor Adjustment.............................................................................. 11
IR Signal Attenuation Adjustment.................................................................................... 11
Replacing the Lithium Battery ......................................................................................... 12
Programming Information .....................................................................................15
Channel Setting Commands ........................................................................................... 15
IR Functions (Standard Order) ........................................................................................ 16
Send_Commands............................................................................................................ 17
Firmware Upgrades......................................................................................................... 21
Using SOFTROM ................................................................................................................... 21
Using NetLinx Studio.............................................................................................................. 22

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Product Information
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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Product Information
The AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers are intelligent, microprocessor-controlled
systems equipped with a lithium battery to protect stored memory. The television controllers can
control a variety of Infrared-controlled devices such as televisions, audio receivers, and
videocassette recorders.
FIG. 1 shows the front and rear panels of the AXB-TCR. With the exception of the IR Input
Window (on the AXB-TCR only), the TC and TCR share the same front and rear panel
components.
FIG. 1 AXB-TCR front and rear panel components
AXlink PWR
IR OUT
TV SENSOR
AXlink DEVICE ON
IR Input Window
IR Out LED
TV Sensor LED
AXlink LED
Device DIP switch
PWR connector
AXlink connector
IR Emitter connector
TV Sensor connector
Front
Rear
TV Power Sensing POT

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Specifications
The following table list the product specifications for the television controllers. Other than the IR
Input Window (on the AXB-TCR only), the specifications for the TC and TCR are identical.
AXB-TC/TCR Specifications
Dimensions (HWD):
(with connectors) • 1.29" x 3.33" x 5.54" (32.8 mm x 84.6 mm x 140.6 mm)
Power consumption: 200 mA @ 12 VDC
Front Panel Components:
LED indicators • AXlink LED (green and blinks to indicate AXlink communication activity
and power:
• Full-Off indicates no power is being received or the controller is not
functioning properly.
• One blink per second indicates power is active and AXlink
communication is functioning.
• Full-On indicates there is no AXlink control or activity, but power is On.
IR Out: Red LED blinks when the television controller transmits IR or
serial (outgoing) signals.
One blink every 2 seconds: The AXB-TC/TCR program is not loaded.
TV Sensor: Red LED that lights when the television controller receives,
via the CC-IR TV Sensor, the correct horizontal scan frequency signal
indicating television or monitor power is on.
This LED also lights when the television controller receives a power on
status from an AMX PCS Power Control Sensor.
One blink every 2 seconds: The AXB-TC/TCR program is not loaded
DEVICE DIP switch 8-position DIP switch that sets the AXlink device number on the AXB-TC
and AXB-TCR.
IR Input Window (AXB-TCR only) Receives 38 kHz IR-control signals from AMX transmitters.
The IR input window contains a red LED that lights when receiving IR-
control data.
IR Compatibility (AXB-TCR only) AMX wireless IR control panels and hand-held transmitters (38 kHz only)
Rear Panel components:
TV Sensor connector 2-pin (male) connector that supports horizontal scan frequency sensing
up to 65 kHz with a CC-IR TV Sensor. The connector can also be used
with a PCS (Power Current Sensor) to detect television power status (on
or off).
TV Sensor POT Sets the sensitivity to the PCS. You may need to adjust this POT to allow
the PCS to detect the television's power status (on or off).
IR Emitter connector 2-pin (male) connector that transmits IR control signals to a television
using the CC-IRC IR Emitter cables. The connector also supports trans-
mitting serial control data to an external device.
AXlink connector 4-pin (male) connector that supports AXlink control data communication.
PWR connector 2-pin (male) connector that connects to an external 12 VDC power sup-
ply. Refer to the Wiring section on page 7 for external power supply
requirements.
Enclosure: Plastic with black matte finish
Weight: 6 oz. (170 grams)

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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Applications
FIG. 2 shows a sample system configuration.
AXB-TC/TCR Specifications (Cont.)
Mounting options: Flat surface
Included accessories: • CC-IR TV Sensor (CC-XPS sensor)
• CC-IRC IR Emitter
Optional accessories: • SE-TC Security Enclosure
• PCS Power Current Sensor
• VSS2 Video Sync Sensor
• 12 VDC Power supply
FIG. 2 Sample system application
Power Supply
Te l e v i s i o n
P
CS
CC-IR CC-IRC
AXB-TC AXB-TCR
Axcess Cardframe (rear view)
TXC-16
Te l e v i s i o n
transmitter
Power Control Sensor
TV Sensor/cable
AXlink AXlink
Power Supply
IR Emitter/cable
IR signal

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Installation and Wiring
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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Installation and Wiring
Setting the Device DIP Switch
The eight-position Device DIP switch sets the identification number for the television controller.
Make sure the device number matches the number assigned in the AXCESS software program. The
quick reference table below shows the switch positions and their numeric value. In the example
below, the numeric value of the Device DIP switch is 97 (1+32+64=97).
Internal Jumper Settings
The internal jumpers, located on the circuit card inside the television controller enclosure, set the
input, output, and IR attenuation modes. Internal jumper modes include:
! Jumper JP1 sets the input mode for power sensing or power current sensing.
! Jumper JP2 sets the IR output mode for IR or serial communication.
! Jumper JP3 sets the IR attenuation mode for bypass or adjustment.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to open the enclosure and non-conducting pliers to set the jumpers.
1. Unplug all connectors from the rear panel of the television controller.
2. Remove the two Phillips-head screws on the bottom of the enclosure.
3. Pull the two enclosure halves apart and set the bottom portion of the enclosure on a flat surface.
FIG. 3 shows the location of the internal jumpers.
DIP Switch Settings
Switch1234 5 6 7 8
Value 1248163264128
Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Before removing the enclosure,
discharge any accumulated static electricity from your body by touching a grounded
metal object.
FIG. 3 Internal jumper locations
JP1 jumper
JP3 jumper
JP2 jumper
front
12345678 ON
DEVICE

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4. Replace the top portion of the enclosure on the bottom portion. Then, refasten the two Phillips-
head screws.
JI jumper settings: TV power sensing/TV power current sensing mode
J2 jumper settings: IR output mode (IR or serial communication)
J3 jumper settings: IR attenuation mode (bypass or adjustment)
JI Jumper Settings: TV Power Sensing/TV Power Current Sensing
Television Power (on or off) Sensing mode To use this mode, connect a CC-IRC to the
television to detect horizontal scan frequen-
cies up to 65 kHz. Place the 2-pin jumper on
the JP1 connector pin's 1 and 2.
Television Power Current Sensing mode To use this mode, connect a PCS Power
Current Sensor to the television to detect on
and off power status. Place the 2-pin jumper
on the JP1 connector pin's 2 and 3. Refer to
the PCS Power Current Sensor instruction
manual for additional control information.
J2 Jumper Settings: IR Output Mode (IR or Serial Communication)
IR Output mode To use this mode, connect a CC-IRC IR
Emitter to the television to transmit IR sig-
nals. Place the 2-pin jumper on the JP2 con-
nector pin's 2 and 3.
Serial (wired connection) Output mode Place the 2-pin jumper on the JP2 connector
pin's 1 and 2.
J3 Jumper Settings: IR Attenuation Mode (Bypass or Adjustment)
IR Signal Attenuation Bypass mode (normal) Place the 2-pin jumper on the JP3 connector
pin's 1 and 2.
IR Signal Attenuation Adjustment mode Place the 2-pin jumper on the JP3 connector
pin's 2 and 3.
Also, set the JP2 internal jumper for IR emit-
ter mode.

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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Wiring
The TV sensor, IR emitter, AXlink, and 12 VDC power supply connectors are located on the rear
panel of the television controller as shown in FIG. 1 on page 1.
Wiring guidelines
The television controller requires 12 VDC power to operate properly. The power can be supplied
via AXlink cable, or with an optional 12 VDC power supply. The maximum wiring distance
between the Central Controller and television controller is determined by power consumption,
supplied voltage, and the wire gauge used for the cable.
The following table lists wire sizes and the maximum lengths allowable between the television
controller and Central Controller. The maximum wiring lengths are based on a minimum of
13.5 volts available at the Central Controller's power supply. If a television controller is installed
farther away from the Central Controller than recommended in the table, connect a 12 VDC power
supply to the 2-pin 12 VDC PWR connector on the rear panel.
Preparing/connecting 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.
Do not tighten the screws excessively; doing so may strip the threads and damage the
connector.
TV Sensor connections
Connect the CC-IR to the TV Sensor connector, on the rear panel of the television controller, as
shown in FIG. 4 to detect horizontal scan frequencies up to 65 kHz.
Do not connect power directly to the television controller. If you are using power from
AXlink, disconnect the wiring from the Central Controller before connecting the wiring
to the television controller. If you are using an optional 12 VDC power supply, apply
power to the television controller only when installation is complete.
Wiring Guidelines - TC - 175 mA Wiring Guidelines - TCR - 200 mA
Wire size Maximum wiring length Wire size Maximum wiring length
18 AWG 670.69 feet (204.43 meters) 18 AWG 586.55 feet (178.78 meters)
20 AWG 424.33 feet (129.34 meters) 20 AWG 371.29 feet (113.17 meters)
22 AWG 264.55 feet (80.63 meters) 22 AWG 231.48 feet (70.56 meters)
24 AWG 166.76 feet (50.83 meters) 24 AWG 145.91 feet (44.47 meters)
FIG. 4 CC-IR TV Sensor connector wiring diagram
TV SENSOR
connector
GND
SEN CC-IR
Television

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IR Emitter connections
Connect the CC-IRC IR Emitter to the IR Emitter connector, on the rear panel of the television
controller (FIG. 5) to transmit IR control signals to the television.
Axlink data and power connections
Connect the Central Controllers's AXlink connector to the AXlink connector on the rear panel of
the television controller for data and 12 VDC power, as shown in FIG. 6.
Axlink data and 12 VDC power supply connections
Connect the Central Controller’s AXlink connector to the AXlink connector on the rear panel of the
television controller, and the optional 12 VDC power supply, as shown in FIG. 7.
FIG. 5 CC-IRC IR Emitter connector wiring diagram
FIG. 6 AXlink data and power wiring diagram
FIG. 7 AXlink Data and 12 VDC Power Supply Connections
IR EMITTER
connector
GND
SG
CC-IRC
Television
12 VDC
no connection
Axcess Control SystemAXlink connector
PWR
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR connector
12 VDC
12 VDC power supply
Axcess Control SystemAXlink connector
PWR
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR connector

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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Use the 12 VDC power supply when the distance between the AMX system and television
controller exceeds the limits described in the Wiring Guidelines table on page 7.
PCS and Axlink data and power connections
Connect the PCS Power Current Sensor to the TV Sensor connector, on the rear panel of the
television controller (FIG. 8) to detect and control the television power status (on or off).
PCS and 12 VDC power supply connections
Connect the PCS to the TV Sensor connector, on the rear panel of the television controller, and the
optional 12 VDC power supply, as shown in FIG. 9, to detect and control the television power
status (on or off).
Make sure to connect only the GND wire on the AXlink connector when using a 12
VDC power supply. Do not connect the PWR wire to the AXlink connector's PWR
opening.
FIG. 8 PCS and AXlink data and power wiring diagram
FIG. 9 PCS and optional 12 VDC power supply wiring diagram
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
GND
PWR
SEN
GND
no connection
PCS
Power Supply Sensor
12 VDC
AXlink
TV SENSOR
Tel ev is io n
Controller
connector
connector
connector
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
GND
PWR
SEN
GND
PCS
Power Supply Sensor
12 VDC
AXlink
TV SENSOR
Television
Controller
connector
connector
connector
GND
PWR 12 VDC
power supply

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Installation
Install the television controller on any flat surface or inside the optional SE-TC Security Enclosure,
as described below:
1. Mount the Axcess Central Controller where it will be used. Then, connect the power supply.
2. Route the Axlink power and data cable, CC-IR TV Sensor cable, CC-IRC IR Emitter cable,
and 12 VDC power supply from the television to the television controller's location.
3. Drill four #6-32 holes into the SE-TC mounting surface in the locations shown in FIG. 10.
4. Mount the SE-TC.
FIG. 10 SE-TC mounting dimensions

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Television Power Sensor Adjustment
After connecting the CC-IR to the television, the power sensing POT, on the rear of the television
controller (see FIG. 1 on page 1), may require adjustment to detect the television's power status:
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver and flat-blade tool (non-conducting) to adjust the POT screw.
1. Turn the television off.
2. Locate the POT screw on the circuit card and turn it clockwise 20 full turns or until it clicks.
The red TV Sensor indicator, located on the front panel, should be dark.
3. Turn the television on.
4. Turn the POT screw counterclockwise until the TV Sensor indicator lights. Then, turn the POT
screw counterclockwise one full turn.
5. Turn television power off. If the TV Sensor indicator is lit, turn the POT screw clockwise until
the indicator goes dark.
6. Reattach the enclosure and refasten the two screws.
IR Signal Attenuation Adjustment
If you experience television control problems after connecting a CC-IRC IR Emitter to the
television, the television may be too sensitive to interpret the IR signals generated by the television
controller. You can use the IR signal attenuation POT, located inside the television controller
(FIG. 11), to decrease the strength of the IR signal.
Refer to Internal Jumper Settings section on page 5 to put the AXB-TC or AXB-TCR in IR
attenuation mode.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver and flat-blade tool (non-conducting) to adjust the POT screw.
FIG. 11 IR signal attenuation POT location
front
IR signal attenuation POT
Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Discharge any static electricity from
your body by touching a grounded metal object before adjusting the POT.

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1. Remove the two Phillips-head screws on the bottom of the television controller enclosure.
2. Pull the two enclosure halves apart and set the bottom portion of the enclosure on a flat surface.
3. Locate the POT screw on the circuit card and turn it counterclockwise with a flat-blade tool
until it stops.
4. Turn the POT screw clockwise one-eighth turn to increase signal saturation. Then, send an IR
control signal to the television. If the television performs correctly, go to step 5. If not, repeat
this step until the television performs the correct operation.
5. Send an IR control signal to the television for all programmed operations. If an operation fails,
go back to step 4.
6. Reattach the enclosure and refasten the two screws.
Replacing the Lithium Battery
There is a lithium battery (FIG. 12), with a life of approximately five years, in the television
controller that protects stored presets if there is a power loss. The battery is not used when DC
power is supplied to the television controller. You should write down the replacement date on a
sticker or label by adding 5 years to the date of installation, and attach it to the bottom of the
television controller.
Contact your AMX dealer before you replace the lithium battery to verify that they have a current
copy of the IRLIB program file for your television controller. This will prevent any inadvertent loss
of data or service outage.
Use a flat-blade tool (non-conducting) that can be slipped under the lithium battery to pry it up and
out of the socket.
1. Discharge the static electricity from your body.
2. Unplug all cables from the television controller.
3. Remove the two Phillips-head screws on the bottom of the television controller enclosure.
4. Pull the two enclosure halves apart and set the bottom portion of the enclosure on a flat surface.
5. Locate the battery on the circuit card.
FIG. 12 Lithium battery and socket
Battery (CR2025 type)
socket
All control commands in television controller memory are lost when the lithium battery
is replaced.
Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Before removing the battery from
the enclosure, discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded
metal object.

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6. Carefully pry the battery out of its socket and insert the new battery. Write down the next
replacement date on a label by adding 5 years to the replacement date; attach it to the bottom of
the television controller.
7. Reattach the enclosure and refasten the two screws.
8. Plug all cables back into the television controllers.
There is a danger of explosion if you replace the battery incorrectly. Replace the
battery with the same or equivalent type, recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of the used battery according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never
recharge, disassemble, or heat the battery above 212 °F (100 °C). Never solder
directly to the battery or expose the contents of the battery to water.

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Programming Information
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AXB-TC and AXB-TCR Television Controllers
Programming Information
The television controllers are controlled with channel settings, IR functions, and Axcess
Send_Commands. You create software programs with the AMX Axcess programming software.
Use the programming information in this section with the Axcess Programming Guide to program
television controllers. After you create the IRLIB program, download it to the non-volatile (battery
protected) memory in the television controller. Refer to the IRLIB Infrared Library Management
Program instruction manual to create and store IR control files.
Channel Setting Commands
Use the channel setting commands listed in the following table to generate IR code, PUSH and
RELEASE operations, and to detect power failure errors.
Channel Setting Commands
Channel Description
1-127 Channels that generate IR code for the corresponding functions.
128-247 PUSH and RELEASE channels for received IR code.
248 A PUSH on this channel generates a power failure error.
249 Red IR sensor (AXB-TCR only) LED blinks when channel 249 and 250 are on.
250 Red IR sensor (AXB-TCR only) LED lights when channel is on.
255 Channel is on, when the television power sensor (CC-IR) detects a horizontal scan frequency. The
channel is disabled after the television controller receives a 'POF' (power off) or 'PON' (power on)
command. The channel is enabled after the television controller receives a 'POD' (disable 'PON' or
'POF') command.
If one of these channels is turned on while another is already on, the initial channel
stops transmitting and the second channel begins.

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IR Functions (Standard Order)
The following table lists the IR function, in their standard order.
IR Functions (Standard Order)
Function Description Function Description
1 play > 22 channel up or +
2 stop [] 23 channel down or -
3 pause | | or still 24 volume up or +
4 ffwd >> 25 volume down or -
5 rewind << 26 mute
6 search fwd >>| (AMS music search fwd for CD) 27 on (power typically)
7 search rev |<< (AMS music search rev for CD) 28 off (power typically)
8 record 29 TV/Video, TV/VCR, or TV/LDP (one
button source selection)
9 power or on/off 30 TV
10 '0 ' or '10 ' 31 Video1, Line A, VCR1, VDP, or input +
11 '1 ' (channel digits or tracks for CD) 32 Video2, Line B, VCR2, or input -
12 '2 ' 33 Video3
13 '3 ' 34 RGB1 or Tape1
14 '4 ' 35 RGB2 or Tape2
15 '5 ' 36 CD
16 '6 ' 37 tuner
17 '7 ' 38 phono
18 '8 ' 39 aux
19 '9 ' 40 AM/FM
20 '+10 ' (for CD players typically) 41 play < (play reverse)
21 enter (typically used in conjunction with num-
bers)
42 A/B