Contemporary Research ICC2-IRC User manual

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Product Manual
ICC2-IRC
IR TV Controller
Ver. 7.8 August 30, 2009

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Table of Contents
Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 4
Physical ................................................................................................................................................... 4
Front Panel .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Internal Closures ...................................................................................................................................... 4
RF Tuner.................................................................................................................................................. 5
iCC-Net .................................................................................................................................................... 5
CC-HSD Scan Sensor................................................................................................................................. 5
Status Indication ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Includes................................................................................................................................................... 5
Options.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Power ................................................................................................................................................. 6
RF Coax and iCC-Net Operation ................................................................................................................. 6
TV Power Sensing..................................................................................................................................... 6
A/V Setup ................................................................................................................................................ 7
IR Control Wiring...................................................................................................................................... 7
IR Mode and Power Sensing...................................................................................................................... 7
Programming the IC-RC Remote................................................................................................................ 7
On-Screen Setup Menus............................................................................................................................ 8
IR Control Chart ....................................................................................................................................... 9
RS-232 Control Protocol ................................................................................................................... 10
Overview ................................................................................................................................................10
Command String Structure .......................................................................................................................10
RS-232 Commands............................................................................................................................ 11
RS-232 Responses ............................................................................................................................ 15
Response String Structure........................................................................................................................15
iC-Net SmartZones............................................................................................................................ 17
System Map....................................................................................................................................... 18
Typical RF and ICC-Net Signal Flow.................................................................................................. 19
Mounting the IRC.............................................................................................................................. 20
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................... 21
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer ..................................................................................................... 22

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Overview
The ICC2-IRC delivers intelligent, interactive distributed media management. Communicating bi-directionally
over the same RF coax that carries the CATV channels, the ICC2-IRC dramatically simplifies system installation.
The ICC2-IRC features an internal TV tuner for absolute channel access management and a character generator
that outputs on-screen text for channel names, control functions, and interactive menus. Intelligent tuning,
volume and power control is provided by IR control port and included scan sensor. Front-panel control and LEDs
keep users in touch with their system. A full range of control choices is available with the optional
IC-RC IR Wireless Remote, designed for simplified control of distributed media channels and sources.
Compatible with the Contemporary Research ABC-Net Media Retrieval System and other CR software solutions,
the ICC2-IRC TV Controllers can be networked seamlessly with other TV and Video Display controllers. For
custom systems applications, all IRC units and other iC-Net devices can be accessed from a single RS-232 port
on ICC-HE and ICE-HE Head-End Network Controllers.
Controls most brands of TVs from IR control port
oCreates on-screen channel labels, messages, text menus, and feedback using onboard character
generator
oSupports closed-captioning text
oReceives wireless commands from included IC-RC IR remote from internal IR sensors, external
sensor optional
oDelivers absolute volume control for level and mute
oManages channel access using programmable available channel list
oDelivers absolute power control with included power sensor
Networks with up to 4,000 TVs through an ICC-HE Head-End Network Controller
o2-way operation over the same RF cable as CATV channels
oTransmits key commands from IC-RC remote for 2-way control applications
oExclusive SmartZone architecture controls hundreds of controllers with a single command
Provides front-panel control for power, volume, and channel, and LED feedback for power, IR control,
and network
Includes A/V inputs to display video from PCs, overheads, cameras and other local video sources
Restores all operation status after loss of power from data stored in non-volatile memory
Enables and disables front-panel control via iC-Net protocol
Mounts above, below, or near TV, optional RK2 mounting brackets available
Updates over RF cable
Optional Aux output to control 232-Amp, IR input (all factory options)
New Features (V 7.6)
Firmware updatable via RF
Aux data output to optional 232-Amp

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Specifications
Shown with optional Aux and IR In connections
Physical
Size: 8.5" [216mm] wide x 1.75" [38mm] height (1RU) x 6.0" [153mm] deep
Weight: 1.5 lbs [0.68kg]
Enclosure: All aluminum with durable black powder coat paint
Mounting: Mounts above or below TV, optional RK2 brackets available
Front Panel
Push Buttons: Channel up and down, Volume up and down, and Power
Power LED: Red LED lights when TV is on
Net LED: Green LED for iC-Net bus, flashes once per second if active
IR In LED: Red LED lights when receiving IR commands from remote
IR Out LED: Red LED lights when sending IR commands
Volume Up/Down: Buttons adjust volume of IRC audio output
Channel Up/Down: Buttons select list of channels stored in IRC Tune Ring
Rear Panel
Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive), 350 Ma maximum
11.5 to 16.5 VDC, 12 VDC typical (may be unregulated)
North American version includes UL/CSA listed wall power supply
Power Sensor: 3.5mm jack for optional CC-HSD scan sensor or 5V logic-level input
Aux: Factory Option - 3.5mm jack sends volume control data to optional 232-Amp
IR Out: 3.5mm stereo jack for CC-IRE IR Emitter cable or compatible serial cable
Supports carrier frequencies up to 62 KHz
Shipped with CC-IRE cable, 10 foot with stick-on IR emitter
Antenna/Cable: ‗F‘, female, 75 ohm impedance
A/V Inputs: Video - RCA female, NTSC composite
Audio –2 RCA female, mono 20K ohms unbalanced
A/V Outputs: Video - RCA female, NTSC composite
Audio –2 RCA female, mono 1K ohms, 20Hz to 20KHz
0.5% maximum, 0.1% typical THD, 500mV RMS typical at max volume
Volume control 0 to -62 dB and mute in 64 steps
IR In: Factory Option - 3.5mm stereo jack for optional IR-RXC IR Receiver
Sleeve= DC power+ from power jack input, limited to less than 100mA
Ring=DC power–(GND)
Tip= IR data signal
Internal Closures
Type: 2 Solid-State output switch closures, max 50 mA, 24 VDC
Closure 1 normally used for optional buzzer
Closure 2 normally used for an external camera power relay (by others)
Available as factory-installed option only

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RF Tuner
Frequency Range: NTSC television 55.25 to 801.25 MHz, 62.5KHZ fine tune resolution
Maximum Input: +20dBmV
Video Gain: ±5% maximum, 2% typical
Video Phase: ±3 degrees maximum, 2 degrees typical
iCC-Net
Operation: Carried over the same RF coax connection as TV channels
Data Receive: Mid-band VHF, 74.7MHz, sent from IC Head-End Network Controller
-25 to +35 dBmV signal level
Data Transmit: Sub-band, 5.6MHz sent to Head-End Network Controller
± 80 KHz max carrier deviation
+49dBmV nominal
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
Status Indication
The Net and Power LEDs have special modes that help system setup and troubleshooting.
Power LED Uses a blink mode when the IRC logic and Sensor feedback do not agree
For example, if the TV Controller knows the TV should be on, but the sensor
input does not see scanning activity, the Power LED blinks rapidly.
Net LED Blinks when it is receiving network data
LED Response
Off –DC power to IRC missing or other internal power problem
Solid On –no network communication
Blinks once per second - communicating over network
The Head-End Network Controller sends out a ―heartbeat‖ command once every
second that will flash the Net LED.
Includes
CC-IRE IR emitter and CC-HSD Scan Sensor
12 VDC Power Supply, 400 mA (included for North American shipments only)
Options
IC-RC IR Remote
IR-RXC External IR Receiver, extends IR range or positions sensors for best reception
IR In connection for wired IR or IR-RXC (Factory option)
Aux data output to control 232-Amp volume
Closures: Two solid-state switch closures available, max 50 mA, 24 VDC, factory installed only
Buzzer, attached to enclosure, used for system-activated alerts
PC1 External AC power relay, used for paging camera power on/off and other applications
RK2 Mounting Brackets
Logic
Sensor
LED Response
ON
ON
Solid On
ON
OFF
Blinks –states do not agree
OFF
OFF
Solid Off
OFF
ON
Blinks –states do not agree

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Installation
AC Power
1. Insert DC power supply plug into 12 VDC jack on the IRC.
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 RF Coax cable into the Antenna/Cable input on the IRC.
2. If the iCC-Net signal is operating, the Net LED will blink once per second (ICC2-IRC only).
TV Power Sensing
1. Press the Power button on the IRC.
2. The Power LED should blink, indicating that the IRC knows the TV should be on, but is not sensing the
presence of TV scanning operation.
3. Insert the CC-HSD Scan Sensor plug into the IRC Power Sensor jack.
4. Turn on the TV using the TV‘s power button.
5. Move the CC-HSD sensor block around the rear of the TV to pick up scanning signal from the TV‘s
horizontal transformer
6. Watch the IRC Power LED as you move the sensor, stop moving when the LED stops blinking.
7. Turn the TV on and off from its own power button, testing if the IRC is reliably sensing power.
8. 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.

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A/V Setup
1. Connect audio and video outputs of the IRC into the audio and video inputs of the TV.
2. You may use the left or right IRC audio output for a TV with mono audio, both for a TV with stereo audio
(IRC sound is mono).
3. Select the External Video/Aux inputs on the TV to view on-screen setup commands and A/V from the IRC
(Most TVs don‘t have a discrete Video input command).
IR Control Wiring
1. Connect the CC-IRE IR Emitter plug into the IRC IR Out jack.
2. Mount the emitter cube to the TV case where the TV receives IR commands.
3. Place the IRC near the TV within line-of-sight control from the IC-RC wireless IR remote. At this point, you
could fix the IRC into the final mounting position above or below the TV, or simply place the IRC so you
can complete the IR setup procedure.
Tip: At this point, you’ve set up the control wiring, the manufacturer’s codes sent will be
programmed or changed with the On-Screen Setup Menu 45700. Press the Power button on the
IRC. If the TV turns on and off, the settings are already correct.
IR Mode and Power Sensing
Newer IRC models set the IR and Sensing options via the On-Screen Setup Menu 45702. Some ICW-IRC units
include a DIP switch (S6), located inside the IRC, to set IR options and TV Power sensing. Note this affects the
front-panel sensing, not an external IR sensor. Turning off both sensors would limit sensing to the external IR
sensor only. If you have two adjacent TVs (or one on each side of a wall), you may want to lower TV power
sensing. Some TVs prefer a lower IR output, most work fine with the standard level.
Switch #
Function
Options
1
38 KHz IR Receive
ON= 38 KHz IR
OFF= 38 KHz IR off (default)
2
57 KHz IR Receive
ON= 57 KHz IR (default)
OFF= 57 KHz IR off
3
TV Power Sensing
ON= High sensitivity (default)
OFF= Low sensitivity
4
IR Control Output
ON= High IR output (default)
OFF= Low IR output
Programming the IC-RC Remote
In order to complete the setup of the IRC, you‘ll need the IC-RC IR Remote to use the On-Screen Menus.
Typically, the remote is shipped ready to communicate to the IRC (Code 9). Just in case, here‘s how to set the
format of IR codes in the remote:
1. Press and hold the Select button and a numeric key for the code # below.
2. Release the two keys at the same time.
3. The remote will now send the selected codes.
4. Remote will keep the codes, even if battery power is lost.
IR Code Format
Code
Zenith Smart TV
1
Philips Smart TV
2
RCA Smart TV
3
Contemporary Research 38 KHz
4
Contemporary Research 57 KHz (default)
9
Tip: Normally, the 57 KHz frequency works the best, avoiding most sources of IR interference. The
IRC has 38 KHz and 57 KHz sensors, so it can receive either frequency.

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On-Screen Setup Menus
The remaining installation steps use the IR remote and the built-in character generator of the IRC.
1. Touch Menu, then 999, then Enter.
2. The text CR MENU> should appear on the screen.
3. Key in one of the commands shown below, then press Enter to activate.
4. Note that, in Menu mode, the Channel Down key acts as a backspace/delete key.
Command
Function
All
The following commands are used for all IRCs
45678
Display IRC firmware version
45679
Display the unit‘s Device #. At this point, you can use the Channel Down key as a
Delete key, enter a new device # with the remote‘s numeric keypad, then hit Enter to
save the new number.
45700
Display or edit IR device type. Sets the IR control format to match your TV. In many
cases, CR can pre-set this command to the format specified by the dealer.
45702
Set IR receive, IR output and power sensing levels.
1 = Enable 38KHz IR receive in, 0=disable
2 = Enable 57KHz IR receive in, 0=disable
4 = Enable IR output carrier, 0=no carrier
8 = Set power sensor for high sensitivity, 0=low sensitivity
16 = Set IR output for high current, 0=low current
Add up the values and enter the result. For example, the default setting is 30 (57 KHz
on, IR carrier, high power sensitivity, and high IR output).
65478
Reset IRC, similar to disconnecting power then restarting.
65487
Initialize IRC to factory default settings: Power on, unlocked, display channel 11,
channel ring set to 4, 5, and 11, Group 0. Note that this command works even if TV
power is off or control is locked out.
65482
Shows Net RX if receiving the iC-HE‘s ―heartbeat‖ pulse once per second, !NET RX if
not. Also displays receive signal strength in the ICC2-IRC.
ICC2-IRC
The following commands are used for the ICC2-IRC only
65480
Enable constant Net transmit to the Head-End. This is used for measuring the signal
strength of the ICC2-IRC‘s RF output. Press Enter to stop transmitting, or the unit will
automatically stop after 50 seconds.
65481
Display ICC2 transmitter frequency control voltage –should be 2000 - 3150.
65483
Display DF transmitter frequency deviation –should be 245 - 300.

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IR Control Chart
Code
MFG
Display
Power
Notes
Ver
1
Zenith
TV
Sensor
2.0
2
Panasonic
TV
Sensor
1.7
3
Toshiba
TV
Sensor
2.0
4
Hitachi
TV
Sensor
2.0
5
Sony
TV
Sensor
2.0
6
Grundig
TV
Sensor
2.0
7
Magnavox/Philips
TV
Sensor
1.7
8
RCA
TV
Sensor
2.0
9
Sony 2
TV
Sensor
2.0
10
Panasonic 2
TV
Sensor
1.9
11
Mitsubishi
TV
Sensor
2.0
12
Monivision
TV
Sensor
1.6
13
Monivision New
TV
Sensor
1.8
14
Panasonic 3
TV
Sensor
1.9
15
Sharp
TV
Sensor
2.1
16
Pioneer
PDP
No sensed power
2.3
17
NEC
PDP
Discrete
18
Steatite
PDP
Sensor
AM-133PV
3.0
19
JVC
TV
Sensor
3.3
21
Zenith/LG Discrete
PDP/LCD
Discrete
Added DVI input
4.2
22
Philips Discrete
PDP/LCD
TV
Discrete
3.3
23
JVC Discrete
PDP/LCD
TV
Discrete
3.3
24
Sampo Discrete
NetTV
Gateway
ViewSonic
PDP/LCD
TV
Discrete
3.3
25
Samsung
PDP/HD
Discrete
3.3
26
Gateway
LCD
Sensor
3.9
27
ViewSonic LCD
LCD
Sensor
3.9
28
JVC_3
TV
Discrete
1-Digit tuning, 1-9
3.9
29
LG/Zenith/Dell_3
PDP/LCD
Sensor
3.9
30
Sharp
LCD
Discrete
3.9
31
Daewoo
TV
Sensor
4.0
32
X2GEN
LCD
Sensor
4.1
35
Sony
LCD
Discrete
4.3
37
Mitsubishi
LCD
Discrete
4.4
41
ILO/Insignia/Dynex
SD TV
Sensor
Use CC-HSD
5.0
42
Viewsonic
LCD
Discrete
7.6
43
Sony
LCD
Discrete
FWD-50PX2
7.6
44
RCA
TV
Discrete
7.6
For best performance Sensor or Toggling LCD/PDP displays should employ a Power Current Sensor for absolute
power on/off control

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RS-232 Control Protocol
Overview
RS-232 control for up to 4000 ICC2-IRC and ICW-IRC TV Controllers is provided through an iC-series Head-End
Network Controller. The ICC-HE Head-End manages iC-Net communication over RF Coax to ICC2-IRC TV
Controllers as well as ICW-IRC TV Controllers over twisted-pair Cat3/5 wiring. The ICW-HE Head-End operates
on the twisted-pair network only.
Each TV Controller is assigned a unique device number from 1 to 4000 to which control commands are
addressed. The devices are organized into 16 zones of 255 devices. All the devices in each zone will respond to
a single ―virtual device number‖ — one device number that represents all devices in each zone. There is also a
global device number, 4095, that will command all devices in the system. This feature dramatically speeds up
system operation and programming, because one command can affect an entire group of devices—or all. To
take advantages of this feature, review the section iC-Net Zones in this manual.
In ABC Media Retrieval Systems, we reserve the first group of devices, 1-255, for components operating on a
connected control system. Zones 1-16 are used for CR TV Controllers, Video Display Controllers and Tuners. As
it‘s unlikely any system will use all 4000 devices, this may be a good device standard for your system as well.
The Remote RS-232 port on the Head-End Network Controller can communicate from 1200 to 38.4K baud. The
factory default setting is 19.2K baud, 8 data bits, No parity, and 1 stop bit.
Command String Structure
Characters in command strings are expressed in a combination of hex and ASCII characters. For clarity, the
following protocol examples use the following conventions:
Single-byte hex numbers are preceded by the ‗$‘ symbol
ASCII characters or strings are enclosed in single quotes
Numbers not marked as hex or ASCII are a single decimal byte
Parameters shown in < > brackets are single byte
A series of multiple commands or parameters are set apart by [ ] brackets
Commas separate the bytes, but are not part of the protocol
Double quotes enclose the command string, but are not part of the protocol
Command format:
―$A5,<dh>,<dl>,<ncb>,<cmd1>,<para> [<cmdN>]"
$A5 Starts the command
<dh> The zone or high order byte of the device (n times 256)*
<dl> The unit or low order byte of the device (number past dh - 0 for global zone)*
<ncb> The number of command bytes to follow
<cmd1> The first command byte
<parameter> Command parameters (not used by all commands)
[<cmdN>] Multiple commands can be concatenated, with byte count added to <ncb>
*Device number example: $A5,2,4=Device 516 (256*2 + 4)