Contemporary Research ICC1-IR User manual

Contemporary Research 1 ICC1-IR
Product Manual
ICC1-IR
IR TV Controller, 1-way RF Coax Control
Ver. 7.0 March 3, 2014

Contemporary Research 2 ICC1-IR
Table of Contents
Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 3
New Features (Rev 6.2) ............................................................................................................................ 3
Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 4
Physical ................................................................................................................................................... 4
iCC-Net .................................................................................................................................................... 4
CC-HSD Scan Sensor................................................................................................................................. 4
Includes................................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 5
AC Power Test.......................................................................................................................................... 5
RF Coax and iCC-Net Operation................................................................................................................. 5
TV Power Sensing..................................................................................................................................... 5
Setting IR Control Codes (IR Type Mode)................................................................................................... 6
IR Control Codes ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Setting Device Number and Parameters (Device Mode) ............................................................................... 9
Zone Switch Settings ................................................................................................................................ 9
Unit Address Settings...............................................................................................................................10
Installation Process and Documentation ....................................................................................................10
IR Control Wiring.....................................................................................................................................10
Writing Your Own Control Code ................................................................................................................11
Using Display Express or IC Send Software...................................................................................... 12
RS-232 Control Protocol ................................................................................................................... 14
Overview ................................................................................................................................................14
Command String Structure .......................................................................................................................14
RS-232 Commands............................................................................................................................ 15
iC-Net SmartZones............................................................................................................................ 18
System Map....................................................................................................................................... 19
Typical RF and ICC-Net Signal Flow.................................................................................................. 20
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................... 22
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer ..................................................................................................... 23

Contemporary Research 3 ICC1-IR
Overview
The ICC1-IR IR TV Controller delivers economical 1-way control for TV power, volume, and channels, receiving
iCC-Net network commands over the same broadband coax that carries the CATV channels. Compact in size and
price, the ICC1-IR features sensed power on/off control and intelligent tuning from a channel list stored in
onboard non-volatile memory.
Controls most brands of IR-controlled TVs
Manages channel access by changing the TV’s internal available channel list
Delivers absolute power control with included CC-HSD scan frequency sensor
Networks up to 4,000 TVs through the ICE-HE Ethernet Head-End
Receives 1-way individual and zone commands from a single RS-232 port on the HE
Operates over same RF coax cable as CATV channels
Exclusive SmartZone architecture controls hundreds of controllers with a single command
Low-loss internal RF tap saves amplification and installation costs
Provides LED feedback for network, IR control, and power status
Restores all power and channel status after loss of power from data stored in non-volatile memory
Mounts on the back of the TV for simplified control and RF installation
Operates with Contemporary Research ABC Media System and iCE Director software, as well as from
RS-232 protocol from a custom-programmed PC or control system
Senses TV power from included sensor or logic level input
Includes CC-HSD Scan Sensor, CC-IRE IR Emitter, RF loop cable, mounting Velcro, and 12VDC power
supply (U.S. only)
Firmware updateable via modem or PC software (available soon)
New Features
The S2 set of switches can be used to test IR control of display On and OFF (Page 5)
Visio with discrete on and off (5.3), Panasonic discrete on/off (5.4)
Input select for LG, Type 21 (5.6) Sharp LCD discrete IR 46 (5.7)
Second minor channel (up to- 99), VT volume mute toggle, Sylvania SRT902A (5.8-6.0)
LQ commands for volume, type 37 added for NEC TVS (6.1-6.2)
Toshiba LCD discrete codes, dash operation (6.5)
Philips RC6 codes, Scientific Atlanta 8300D, Insignia discrete power (6.6 –6.8)
One-part digital channels (6.9)
Adds dash for Sanyo IR codes (7.0)

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Specifications
Physical
Size: 5.5" [140mm] wide x 1.1" [28mm] height x 3.4" [86mm] deep
Weight: 8 oz [226g]
Enclosure: All aluminum with durable black powder coat paint
Mounting: Mounts rear of TV
Rear Panel
RF In ‘F’, female, 75 ohm impedance, RF from CATV system, iCC-Net control
RF Out: ‘F’, female, 75 ohm impedance, RF to TV, less than -1.5 dbmV loss
Net LED: Green LED for iC-Net bus and DC power, flashes once per second if active
IR Out: 3.5mm jack for CC-IRE IR Emitter cable or compatible CC-IRS serial cable
Supports carrier frequencies up to 62 KHz
Shipped with CC-IRE cable, 10 foot with stick-on IR emitter
IR Out LED: Red LED lights when sending IR commands
Power Sensor: 3.5mm jack for included CC-HSD scan sensor
Also acts as logic level input, switch to GND to signal power on
Power Sensor LED: Red LED lights when sensor indicates power on
Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive), 75 Ma maximum
11.5 to 16.5 VDC, 12 VDC typical (may be unregulated)
North American version includes UL/CSA listed wall power supply
DIP Switches: S1 and S2, located on bottom of unit, sets IR code operation and device number
iCC-Net
Operation: 1-way control, carried over the same RF coax connection as TV channels
Data Receive: Mid-band VHF, 74.7MHz, sent from ICC-HE
-25 to +35 dBmV signal level
CC-HSD Scan Sensor
Range: Senses presence of TV scanning, from 15-35 KHz, magnetic pick-up
Includes: 3.5mm plug, 4ft. cable, stick-on TV sensor
Includes
CC-HSD Scan Sensor
CC-IRE IR Emitter
RF Loop cable, 18”
12 VDC power supply, 500 mA
Mounting Velcro for unit and CC-HSD

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Installation
AC Power Test
1. Insert DC power supply plug into 12 VDC jack.
2. Plug power adaptor into AC wall outlet.
3. The Net LED should turn on and stay lit.
RF Coax and iCC-Net Operation
1. Connect the TV to CATV and observe quality of RF broadcasting. A low-quality CATV system can also
affect performance of the iCC-Net commands. If needed, fix CATV problems before installing the system.
2. Connect the CATV RF Coax cable into the RF In input on the iCC1-IR.
3. If the iCC-Net signal is operating, the Net LED will blink once per second.
4. Connect the RF loop cable from the RF Out jack to the TV’s RF connector (remember, you lose less than
1.5 dbmV by going through the ICC1-IR’S internal RF tap).
TV Power Sensing
1. Insert the CC-HSD Scan Sensor plug into the Power Sensor jack.
2. Turn on the TV using the TV’s power button.
3. Move the CC-HSD sensor block around the rear of the TV to pick up scanning signal from the TV’s
horizontal transformer.
4. Watch the Power Sensor LED as you move the sensor, stop moving when the LED lights steady.
5. Turn the TV on and off from its own power button, testing if the unit is reliably sensing power.
6. Mount the sensor to the TV, using the enclosed Velcro tape.
Tip: The best location for the sensor is usually on the lower left rear corner side corner (looking from the
front), and it may help to rotate the sensor to search for best performance.
Tip: IR control test: When you install the IR cable, flip S2 Switch 6 ON. Then flip S2 Switch 1 ON to send an
IR power command. Turn Switch 1 OFF, then turn Switch 2 on to send and Off IR command. After
testing, turn S2 Switch 6 OFF.

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Installation
Setting IR Control Codes (IR Type Mode)
Turn enclosure so the DIP switches are on the bottom
In most cases, it’s easier to use our Display Express software, IC Send app, or your control system to change the IR
code set you want to use. See the section on page 11 on using our software to set the IR code set.
The DIP switches S1 and S1 at the bottom of the ICC1-IR serve in two modes, IR Type, Channel Entry and Device
Number, determined by S2 Switch 6 and S2 Switch 5. In this section, you’ll set up the manufacturer’s IR codes sent
from the IR Out port. These may have been set at the factory, or you’ll need to set them yourself.
1. Apply DC power to the ICC1-IR.
2. If the unit’s device number has already been set, note the current settings for S1 switches 1-8 and S2 switches
1-4. (if this is already sounding tedious, go to page 11)
3. Set S2 Switch 6 to ON.
4. Look at the IR Control Code chart on next page and select the desired value.
5. Set S1 Switches 1 –6 to match the value. For example to select the Sony codes,
turn on S1 switches 1 and 3, adding up to 5 to match the value in the Manufacturer IR chart below.
6. Set S1 Switch 7 to On if you want the unit to ignore the power sensor input
7. Set S1 Switch 8 to OFF for toggling Power On/Off command typical for most TVs. (There are a few international
TVs that use Key 1 for Power On)
8. Set S1 Switch 8 and S2 Switch 6 to OFF. (See Channel Entry option below)
9. If unit’s device number had been set before, return S1 switches 1-8 and S2 switches 1-4 to previous positions.
S1
Off Value
On Value
1
0
1
2
0
2
3
0
4
4
0
8
5
0
16
6
0
32
7
0 - Use Power Sensor
64 - Ignore Pwr Sensor
8
0 - Toggle power
128 - Key 1 = Power On
S2
1
2
3
4
5
Channel Entry Off
Modify Channel Entry
6
Device Number Mode
IR Type Mode
7
Low IR power
High IR power
8

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Installation
IR Control Codes
Code
MFG
Display
Power
Notes
Ver
1
Zenith
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.2
2
Panasonic
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.0
3
Toshiba
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.5
4
Hitachi
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.5
5
Sony/Westinghouse LCD
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.5
6
Grundig
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.6
7
Magnavox/Philips
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.7
8
RCA
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.7
9
Sony 2
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.8
10
Panasonic 2
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.9
11
Mitsubishi
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
1.9
12
Finlux
TV
Sensor
Not in V 2.2-2.3
3.0
14
Panasonic 3
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
2.0
15
Sharp
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
2.0
19
JVC
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
2.1
20
ViewSonic Tuner
Tuner
N/A
2.2
21
LG/Zenith_2
PDP/LCD
Discrete
Input Selects
5.6
22
Philips_
PDP/LCD/TV
Discrete
No dash
3.1
23
JVC_2
PDP/LCD/TV
Discrete
3.2
24
Sampo .NetTV, Gateway
ViewSonic
PDP/LCD/TV
Discrete
3.2
25
Samsung
PDP/HD
Discrete
14-second delay
4.4
26
Gateway
LCD
PC Sensor
3.3
27
Viewsonic LCD
LCD
PC Sensor
3.4
28
JVC_3
TV
Discrete
1-Digit tuning, 1-9
3.5
29
LG/Zenith/Dell_3
PDP/LCD
PC Sensor
3.5
30
Sharp_2
PDP/LCD
Discrete
3.7
31
Daewoo
TV
PC Sensor
3.7
32
Viewsonic LCD 2
LCD
3.8
33
H&B
PDP/LCD
Discrete
B Series
4.0
34
H&B
PDP/LCD
Discrete
V Series
4.0
35
Sony
PDP/LCD
Discrete
4.0
36
Dell W4201C (RC6)
LCD
PC Sensor
4.1
37
NEC LCD
LCD
Toggle
6.2
38
Olevia
LCD
PC Sensor
26-sec power on delay
4.2
39
Akai
LCD
PC Sensor
8-second delay
4.7
40
Sanyo
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
4.3
41
ILO/Insignia/Dynex/Zenith
TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
4.3
42
Viewsonic LCD
LCD
Discrete*
Input selects
5.0
43
Sony
LCD
Discrete
FWD-50PX2
5.2
44
Vizio
LCD
Discrete
Input selects
5.3
45
Panasonic
LCD
Discrete
Input selects
5.4
46
Sharp_3
LCD
Discrete
Fixes dash tuning
5.7
47
Sylvania
LCD
Toggle
SRT902A
6.0
48
Toshiba 3
LCD
Discrete
6.5
49
Philips RC6
LCD
Discrete
6.6
51
Scientific Atlanta
Cable Box
Toggle
8300HD
6.7
52
Insignia, Dynex
LCD
Discrete
6.8

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PC Sensor Setup: LCD marked PC Sensor (Power Current Sensor) do not have discrete IR power commands.
Instead, the ICC1-IR will wait for an “OFF” signal from a power sensor before it sends an ON IR command. Go
to our Support blog page Power Current Sensing for info on sensed absolute power control.
If you want to set the control for unsensed toggling power, turn DIP S1, Switch 7 ON when you set the IR code
with the DIP switches. If you are using IC-Send or Display Express Special Command feature, send the
command T1, with the IR code value + 64. For example, to set Olevia controllers to toggling power, send the
command T1, 102 (38+64).

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Installation
Setting Device Number and Parameters (Device Mode)
Turn enclosure so the DIP switches are on the bottom
In the next step, you’ll need to set up the device number and operation parameters for the ICC1-IR. Notice that
the functions of the S1 and S2 switches change when you set the unit in Device mode.
1. Make sure S2 Switch 6 is OFF (unit in Device mode).
2. Set the Device number by turning on the switches that add up to the desired device number. For
example, for Device #259, turn on S1 switches 1 and 2 (3), S2 switch 1 (256)
Zone Switch Settings (S2 –right side)
To define the controller’s Zone, use the following pattern of switches ON for the S2 DIP.
Zone
Value
1
2
3
4
256
512
1024
2048
1
256
X
2
512
X
3
768
X
X
4
1024
X
5
1280
X
X
6
1536
X
X
7
1792
X
X
X
8
2048
X
9
2304
X
X
10
2560
X
X
11
2816
X
X
X
12
3072
X
X
13
3328
X
X
X
14
3584
X
X
X
15
3840
X
X
X
X

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Unit Address Settings
The unique address of the controller is the combination of the values of the Zone (S2) and Unit (S1) switches. For
example, the first controller in Zone 1 would be set to Zone 1 (256) in S2 and 1 (1) on S2, or 257. To control all
the displays in Zone one, Display Express sends a command to device 256. To control just the first unit, create a
Preset addressed to 257.
Installation Process and Documentation
Most dealers will pre-configure the controller’s address before hanging displays. After setting the address, use a
label that states the unit’s address and location. Some use this method:
Room 305 - 515 - 12/2
The first identifies the location/name of the display. The second shows the specific address. The last set shows the
switches in S1/S2 that are set to ON.
It’s a good idea to define all this first in a spreadsheet, with the columns defining the name, address, S1 and S2
ON settings. Then, one person can set up all the controllers and label them.
Once the controller is configured and labeled, it’s easier for less-trained installers to Velcro the controller on the
back of the display, provide power, and hang the displays.
It’s much easier to pre-configure ahead of time than perform the task once the displays are installed.
IR Control Wiring
1. Connect the CC-IRE IR Emitter plug into the IR Out jack.
2. Mount the emitter cube to the TV case where the TV receives IR commands.
3. Mount the ICC1-IR to the TV using included Velcro tape.
4. Connect DC power to unit.