DemoPad DM-CENTRO-C User manual
DM-CENTRO-C
DemoPad IP Gateway
Operation Manual
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DISCLAIMERS
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to be accurate. DemoPad Software Ltd assumes no responsibility for any
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from its use.
DemoPad Software Ltd assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies
that may be contained in this document. DemoPad Software Ltd also
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contained in this document.
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document and/or product at any time and without notice.
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© Copyright 2014 by DemoPad Software Ltd.
All Rights Reserved.
Version 1.1 October 2014
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
All products or service names mentioned in this document may be
trademarks of the companies with which they are associated.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate
this equipment and before connecting the power supply. Please keep the
following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside
the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if
it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sucient space for air to circulate around the unit.
ACCEPTABLE USE
This product has been designed for use in general purpose automation
applications. It is not suitable for use in applications where any failure of
the equipment to operate correctly might lead to injury or death.
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction...........................................6
2. Package Contents ..................................6
3. Features..................................................7
4. Physical Connections.............................8
4.1 Rear Panel..................................................... 8
4.2 Conguration and Setup ........................ 8
5. Specications.........................................9
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1. INTRODUCTION
The CENTRO-C IP Gateway is a powerful unit enabling control of
equipment over IP via Infra-Red, RS232 & contact closure interfaces. The
CENTRO-C can be used by any control system which communicates over
TCP/IP.
DemoPad is the fastest and most cost eective solution for controlling
audio, video, lighting, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning), and
security systems (CCTV) directly from an iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
The GUI can be customized for a professional and bespoke control system
interface.
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS
1 x Multi-PSU
8 x IR Emitters
8 x Jack to Jack Cables
1 x Pair of Rack Ears
1 x USB rmware cable
1 x Installation and Operating Manual
12 x Relay output connector
2 x Input block connector
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3. FEATURES
Vast array of connectivity ports
With 50 individual ports, some of which are capable of controlling
several pieces of equipment, the CENTRO-C is suitable for any size of
installation.
Multiple TCP Clients
Allows connection of multiple simultaneous client devices (iOS/
Android etc)
Control System Independent
You can use the CENTRO-C gateway with either the DemoPad
control system, or any other 3rd party control system capable of
communicating via TCP/IP.
Expandable
For larger systems, multiple CENTRO-C units can exist on the same
network.
Firmware Updates via USB
The included USB cable can be used to upgrade the unit's rmware
once it has left the factory.
Auto Notication of Events
2-way feedback data from RS232 ports and inputs are automatically
sent to any connected client devices.
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4. PHYSICAL CONNECTIONS
4.1 Rear Panel
1 4 7
2 3 5 6
1Power On/O switch
212V DC Power connection
310/100 Ethernet network connection
46 x RS-232 COM ports
512 x low voltage (1A/30 V DC) relays
616 x volt free inputs (do not connect voltage)
716 x Infra-Red outputs
4.2 Conguration and Setup
Connect the Ethernet (3) & Power (2) cables to the unit, and power the
unit up using the power switch (1). When the unit has powered up, use the
DemoPad Centro-C conguration software to continue. All conguration
and testing is performed with the DemoPad Centro-C software from
your computer. Please refer to www.demopad.com/centroc.php for full
details.
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5. SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply : 12V DC
Weight (g) : 2209
Dimensions(mm): 430(W) x 180(D) x 50(H)
Operating Temperature : 0 ˚C ~ 30 ˚C / 32 ˚F ~ 86 ˚F
Storage Temperature: −20 ˚C ~ 60 ˚C / −4 ˚F ~ 140 ˚F
Relative Humidity: 20 ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)
Power Consumption: 1.5 W
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