CUE irCUE 99 User manual

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User Manual
Wireless IR Control Panels
Version 02

User Manual Wireless IR Control Panels
UM004_02, 27.08.2003
Copyright © CUE, spol. s r.o. Praha, Czech Republic 1990 - 2003.
All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1. Overview................................................................................................................................ 4
1.2. Models ................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3. Features................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4. Programming ......................................................................................................................... 4
2. Using ............................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Charging ......................................................................................................................................... 6
4. Front Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 7
5. Button Labels ................................................................................................................................. 8
5.1. irCUE 99 ................................................................................................................................ 8
5.2. irCUE ..................................................................................................................................... 8
6. Addressing ..................................................................................................................................... 9
7. Receivers ...................................................................................................................................... 11
7.1. irCUE Receiver.................................................................................................................... 11
7.1.1. Mounting.................................................................................................................... 11
7.1.2. Connecting ................................................................................................................ 12
7.2. irCUE Receiver 485............................................................................................................. 13
7.2.1. Mounting.................................................................................................................... 13
7.2.2. Connecting ................................................................................................................ 14
7.2.3. Addressing ................................................................................................................ 15
8. Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 17
9. Specifications and Mechanical Drawings ................................................................................. 18
9.1. irCUE 99 .............................................................................................................................. 18
9.2. irCUE ................................................................................................................................... 19
9.3. irCUE Receiver.................................................................................................................... 20
9.4. irCUE Receiver 485............................................................................................................. 21
10. Software and Firmware License................................................................................................. 22
11. Warranty Conditions ................................................................................................................... 23
12. CE Declaration of Conformity..................................................................................................... 24
13. FCC................................................................................................................................................ 25

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1. Introduction
1.1. Overview....................................................................
The irCUE 99 and irCUE wireless handheld remote control panels are compact infrared transmitter s
with a distinctive wooden and stainless / metal steel enclosure. The irCUE 99 is supplied in four
versions of wood – mahogany, birch, white birch and oak. The irCUE 99 is designed to blend with the
most critical environments. Providing 32 backlight buttons, the irCUE 99 remote control is designed to
fit perfectly in your hand. The irCUE remote control is designed to fit perfectly in your hand and
provides 25 buttons supported with backlight and programmable functions. It is the ideal solution for
control of audio, video and lightning in boardrooms, conference rooms and homes.
The irCUE Receiver is an infrared receiving unit designed for ceiling mounting (similar to halogen
lamps mounting). Using multiple IR receivers within the unit, the irCUE Receiver provides signal
receiving in a horizontal level from all directions. With direct connectivity to the Assistant or Assistant-
S control units, it is possible to connect up to 10 receivers to a single control unit.
The irCUE Receiver 485 links IR wireless control panels to the CUEwire (RS-485). It is an infrared
receiving unit designed for ceiling mounting (similar to halogen lamps mounting). Using multiple IR
receivers within the unit, the irCUE Receiver 485 provides signal receiving in a horizontal level from all
directions.
1.2. Models .......................................................................
Model Product code Description
irCUE 99 CS0149 Wireless IR remote hand-held control panel, 32 buttons
irCUE CS0133 Wireless IR remote hand-held control panel, 25 buttons
irCUE Receiver CS0080 IR receiver for Assistant or Assistant-S
irCUE Receiver 485 CS0169 IR receiver with connection to CUEwire
1.3. Features.....................................................................
•(32) or (25) freely programmable buttons
•IR one way communication
•Max. transmitting range 25 m / 82 ft
•Rechargeable battery pack
1.4. Programming .............................................................
All panels are programmed using Cue Director programming tool. Control commands are described
in the Programming Manual CPL References, chapter Keyboards.

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2. Using
The irCUE 99 and irCUE are connected to the rest of control system via IR communication with the
unit irCUE Receiver or irCUE Receiver 485. The receivers then provide a connection via IR input or
via CUEwire to the control units Assistant or Assistant-S.
The example of irCUE 99 and irCUE Receiver 485 configuration is described on the picture below.
CUEwire
irCUE 99 or irCUE
irCUE Receiver 485

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3. Charging
The irCUE 99 and irCUE wireless remote control panels are powered from internal accumulators
1 100 mAh.
To charge the accumulators, use the delivered power supply adapter. The connector for connecting
the charger is on the bottom side. Charging time for fully charged accumulator is 15 hours. Longer
charging time is not dangerous because the protection against overcharging is built-in.
It is recommended to connect the panel to the charger at the end of every working day. Connect the
charger to the panel also in case you find the lower range of the transmission or when the
backlight brightness is reduced.

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4. Front Panel
The front panels are equipped with
•Functional buttons
•Backlight button
•Transmit indicator
The Functional buttons send IR codes to irCUE Receiver.
The Backlight button activates the backlight of all buttons. The backlight lights a few seconds and
after that it switches off automatically.
The Transmit indicator lights during IR transmitting.
(32) buttons
Backlight button
Transmit indicator
(18) single buttons
Backlight button
Transmit indicator
(7) double buttons

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5. Button Labels
5.1. irCUE 99 .....................................................................
The panel uses one big label foil for all buttons.
Steps
1. Use AutoCAD file named CS0149.0001.3-Foil.dwg for preparation of a layout. This file is
available on www.cuesystem.com. The foil shape is described on the picture below.
2. Print the foil on a standard printer.
3. Cut the foil into a shape according the picture (see above).
4. Put the panel upside down.
5. Unscrew two screws from the rear side of the panel.
6. Remove the front panel with buttons and foil still holding it upside down.
7. Replace the foil.
8. Put the front panel back.
9. Fasten the screws.
5.2. irCUE ..........................................................................
The separate labels for each button can be printed on a standard printer. Dimension of the label are
•6.5 mm x 12 mm for normal button
•6.5 mm x 29 mm for double button.
It is necessary to disassembly the control panel to change a label.
Steps are
1. Put the control panel on a table face down.
2. Unscrew the screws.
3. Dismount the bottom of the control panel with electronic board.
4. Install new labels to all buttons.
5. Assembly the control panel.

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6. Addressing
The BUTTON_ID transmitted by a panel is number used in the programming for button identification.
The value depends on a button position and it depends on a panel ADDRESS too. Both values are
calculated according formula
BUTTON_ID = Offset + Button Code
Offset = 32 * ADDRESS
For addressing with irCUE Receiver 485 see chapter Receivers / irCUE Receiver 485 / Addressing.
The lowest BUTTON_ID is generated by a button in the upper right corner the highest BUTTON_ID
is generated by a button in the lower left corner - see example for ADDRESS = 0.
1056
1055
1054
1053
1052
1051
1050
1049
1048
1047
1046
1045
1044
1042
1041 1033
1034
1036
1037
1038
1039
1040 1032
1031
1030
1029
1028
1027
1026
1025
1035
1043
1025
1026
1027
1028
1029
1030
1031
1032
1033
1034
1035
1036
1037
1038
1039
1040
1041
1042
1043
1044
1045
1046
1047
1048
1049
1050
1051
1052
1053
1054
1055
1056

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The ADDRESS of the panel can be set in the range 0 to 9 by the firmware. Standard panel has
address 0, addresses 1 to 9 are delivered on a special order.
In the table below there are BUTTON_ID ranges for all addresses.
ADDRESS BUTTON_ID range
0 1025 1056
1 1057 1088
2 1089 1120
3 1121 1152
4 1153 1184
5 1185 1216
6 1217 1248
7 1249 1280
8 1281 1312
9 1313 1344

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7. Receivers
7.1. irCUE Receiver ...........................................................
7.1.1. Mounting
The ceiling near the center of the room is the best place to install it. The receiver can be mounted to
the double ceiling as described on the picture below. The whole diameter is 60 mm. The minimum
vertical space for the receiver is 30 mm.
All dimensions are in mm.
60 mm

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7.1.2. Connecting
The irCUE Receiver can be connected to
•Assistant or Assistant-S using input marked IR-REC
•irCUE Receiver 485 - see connection example in the following chapter.
Up to (10) receivers can be connected in parallel. Connection example is described on the pictures
below.
Assistant or Assistant-S
INEIR-REC S9 / CUEring
OUT RS-485 GCONSOLLE
1 32
Pin 3: IR +12 V
Pin 2: Input (data)
Pin 1: Ground
The terminal location and pin connection of the irCUE Receiver is described below. Both terminals on
irCUE Receiver are connected in parallel.
Signal
Name
irCUE Receiver
Terminals
Assistant
IR-REC
Assistant
IR-REC
Ground G 4b 8
Data D 5b 9
+12 V + 6b 10
+12 V
Data
Ground
+12 V
Data
Ground

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7.2. irCUE Receiver 485.....................................................
7.2.1. Mounting
The ceiling near the center of the room is the best place to install it. The receiver can be mounted to
the double ceiling as described on the picture below. The whole diameter is 60 mm. The minimum
vertical space for the receiver is 64 mm.
All dimensions are in mm.

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7.2.2. Connecting
Using terminals, irCUE Receiver 485 can be connected to CUEwire.
+12 V
Data
Ground
+24 V
Ground
A+
B-
+24 V
Ground
A+
B-
CUEwire
irCUE Receiver
ON
17654328
Address Switch
To extend the coverage, it is possible to connect up to (4) irCUE Receivers (CS0080-C) - see picture
below.
CUEwire

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7.2.3. Addressing
It is possible to add an offset to a BUTTON_ID sent by the panel using irCUE Receiver 485. It can be
very helpful in multi room installation - the same panel can be identified in each room. That means one
panel can start different actions in different rooms - see example on the picture below.
1234
5678
9 101112
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28
29 30 31 32
ADDRESS = 0
ADDRESS = 1
ADDRESS = 2
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
CUEwire
connected to a control unit
The receiver sends codes
from 1 to 32
The receiver sends codes
from 33 to 64
The receiver sends codes
from 65 to 96
The panel sends codes
from 1 to 32

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The address of the receiver can be set up by the Address Switch - see picture above. BUTTON_ID
sent by irCUE Receiver 485 to the control unit is a BUTTON_ID sent by IR wireless control panel with
an added OFFSET value. Button ID and OFFSET value are calculated according formulas below.
BUTTON_ID (irCUE Receiver 485) = Offset + BUTTON_ID (IR wireless control panel)
Offset = 32 * ADDRESS
ADDRESS is binary coded by DIP switch in the range 0 to 255.
ON
17654328
SW1 – ADDRESS bit 0
SW2 – ADDRESS bit 1
SW3 – ADDRESS bit 2
SW 4 – ADDRESS bit 3
SW 5 – ADDRESS bit 4
SW 6 – ADDRESS bit 5
SW 7 – ADDRESS bit 6
SW 8 – ADDRESS bit 7
ADDRESS of irCUE Receiver 485 OFFSET SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8
0 0 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
1 32 ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
2 64 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
3 96 ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
...
255 8 160 ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

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8. Troubleshooting
1. The Brightness of LEDs is Visibly Decreasing.
•Charge the accumulator immediately.
2. When pressing the button the LEDs are going on and off immediately and then back-light
button flashes several times.
•The accumulator is totally discharged.
•When waking up from the sleep mode it tries to light on the LEDs.
•The increased consumption causes a drop of voltage, which then resets the
microprocessor.
•Charge the accumulator immediately.
3. The IR operating range is short.
•Check the accumulators in the panel and recharge them.
•Change position of the panel or receiver.

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9. Specifications and Mechanical Drawings
9.1. irCUE 99 .....................................................................
Buttons layout......................................(32) buttons
Indicator ...............................................Flashing during transmition
Communication....................................IR
Max. transmitting range.......................25 m / 82 ft
Power supply .......................................NiMH rechargeable battery pack
Enclosure.............................................Wood - stainless steel panel
Dimensions (WxHxD) ..........................215 mm (8.5”) x 70 mm (2.8”) x 33 mm (1.3”)
Weight..................................................0.38 kg / 1 lb
Supplied accessories...........................Charger, 110 - 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
All dimensions are in mm.

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9.2. irCUE ..........................................................................
Buttons.................................................(18) single, (7) double
Indicator ...............................................Flashing transmitting
Communication....................................IR
Max. transmitting range.......................25 m / 82 ft
Power supply .......................................NiMH rechargeable battery pack
Enclosure.............................................Wood - black metal panel
Dimensions (WxHxD) ..........................210 mm (8.3”) x 83 mm (3.3”) x 22 mm (0.9”)
Weight..................................................0.32 kg / 0.9 lb
Supplied accessories...........................Charger, 100 - 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
All dimensions are in mm.

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9.3. irCUE Receiver ...........................................................
Receiving.............................................Horizontal level 0 - 360 degrees
Vertical level ........................................60 degrees
Connection ..........................................Assistant or Assistant-S IR input, screw terminals
Power supply .......................................12 VDC, 1 W
Enclosure.............................................Metal, plastic cover
Dimensions..........................................Diameter 75 mm (3.0”), height 80 mm (3.2”)
Weight..................................................0.1 kg / 0.3 lb
All dimensions are in mm.