Contemporary Research IR-232 User manual

Contemporary Research AV Tools offer simple solutions to specic systems
needs. The IR-232 IR to RS-232 Interface is an intelligent control tool
that translates IR remote codes into RS-232 control commands. Able to
automatically identify CR, JVC, Mitsubishi, NEC, Philips RC5, Samsung,
Sharp, Sony and Tivo IR control codes, the IR-232 serves a wide variety of
IR control applications.
For the rst time, integrators can easily combine off-the-shelf IR remotes
with custom system applications. The process begins by linking the remote’s
IR codes to native or user-dened RS-232 commands using the included IR
ToolKit software. Once a complete list of functions is created, the database
can be downloaded to the IR-232, printed, and saved for later use.
To further simplify integration, the IR-232 structures continuous IR remote
commands into discrete button push and release codes. When someone
holds down the Volume Up button, the IR-232 doesn’t send a stream of
RS-232 commands, just a single push, then a release code.
The IR-232 can also act as a direct control interface for special control
applications. Instead of sending the native commands, the IR-232 can be
programmed to send user-dened RS-232 strings to a video projector,
plasma display or other RS-232 controlled equipment.
Components
IR-232 IR to RS-232 Interface
• Automatically identies CR, JVC, Mitsubishi, NEC, Philips RC5,
Samsung, Sharp, Sony and Tivo IR control codes
• Structures continuous IR commands into button press and release
• Translates into custom RS-232 control strings with IR ToolKit
• Custom versions available for OEM applications
• 12-24 VDC power input compatible with most control systems
IR ToolKit Software
• Captures commands from IR remotes
• Creates native or custom RS-232 control codes
• Saves translation le for future re-use
• Included with IR-232
Related Products
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Applications
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Directly control RS-232 units
Integrate IR remotes with systems
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requirements, and resolve
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IR-232 IR to RS-232 Interface
AV Tools

Feature Description
Physical 2.35” [60mm] W x 1.125” [29mm] H x 4.95” [126mm] D (w/bracket)
8 oz [226g]
All aluminum enclosure with durable black powder coat paint
Swivel-mount receiver, attached to any at surface
Front Panel IR Sensors: Internal sensors receive 38 KHz and 57 KHz commands
Automatically detects CR, JVC, Mitsubishi, NEC, Philips RC5, Samsung, Sony, and Tivo
IR codes
IR Receive LED: Red LED ashes when receiving IR commands
Back Panel DIP Switch: Sets RS-232 operation parameters
1 On = Send native RS-232 code, ignore custom commands
2 On = Force 9600 baud rate,8,N,1
Control: 5-pin captive screw terminal
1 DC Power In (same as Power In)
2 IR Signal In (remote IR sensors)
3 RS-232 TX
4 RS-232 RX
5 GND
RS-232: 1,200 to 115,200 baud (9600 default), 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (center conductor positive), 50 mA maximum
11.5 to 24 VDC, 12 VDC typical, 50 mA max (may be unregulated)
Includes 12 VDC power supply, 100 mA (North American shipments only)
IR-232 Software CD includes IR ToolKit software
Options CC-IRCOM IR-232 Adapter Cable, DB9 male to screw terminal
CC-232 COM cable for programming IR-232
IC-RC IR Remote
IR-RXC External IR Sensor
Compatible with ChannelPlus, Audioplex, and Xantech remote IR sensors
Specifications
Contemporary Research • 17630 Davenport Rd., Suite 113 • Dallas, TX 75252
Phone: [phone] • Toll Free: 888-972-2728 • Fax: [phone]
System Tools IR-232 NDS 0906 © 2006, specications subject to change without notice
IR-232
IR ToolKit Software
Warranty
All CR products feature a full
two-year warranty.
IR-232 IR to RS-232 Interface
AV Tools
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