Elan XP84 User manual

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 1
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN!
WARNING
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
CAUTION
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO
THE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read Information—All the safety and operating information should be read before the appliance is oper-
ated.
Follow Information—All operating and use information should be followed.
Retain Information—The safety and operating information should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings—All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be heeded.
Wall Mounting—Mounting of this appliance should be done only by an authorized installer.
Ventilation—The appliances should be situated so that their location or position does not interfere with their
proper ventilation. These appliances should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. These
appliances should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Non-Use Periods—Appliances that are left unattended and unused for long periods of time should be
de-energized.
Power Sources—The appliances should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on each appliance. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your authorized ELAN dealer or local power company.
Grounding or Polarization—Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one blade wider than the other blade. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The polarized wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 2 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Water and Moisture—To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, these appliances should not be used
near water––for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
Power Cord Protection—Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Telephones—Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a
remote risk of electrical shock from lightning. Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak if the leak is in the
vicinity of the ELAN electronic equipment because of risk of fire or explosion.
Cleaning—Unplug the apparatus from the power outlet before cleaning. Use only a dry cloth to clean the
apparatus.
Power Lines—An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines or circuits, as contact with them
may be fatal.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to these audio products, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charg-
es. Section 810 of the U.S. National Electrical Code, and Section 54 of the
Canadian Electrical Code, provide information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
See the grounding diagram (right).
Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this could
result in fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry—Never insert objects of any kind through the
openings of these appliances, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the appliance through openings in the enclosure.
Servicing—Do not attempt to service these appliances yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service—These appliances should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
• A power supply connection or a plug has been damaged or
• If liquid has been spilled into the appliance or objects have fallen into the appliance or
• The appliance has been exposed to water or moisture or
• The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or
• The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 3
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. The Master Control Unit battery
should be replaced only after turning the power off and only by an authorized installer.
Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or repairs to this audio product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the audio product is in proper operating condition.
Lightning Storms—Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Attachments and Accessories—Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Cart, Stand, Tripod, Bracket or Table—Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip over.
Disconnect Device—Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain operable.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMEN T
GROUND
CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(CEC SECTION 10-700)
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(CEC SECTION 54-200)
ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE
(CEC SECTION 54-200)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
(NEC AR TICLE 250, PA RT H)
CEC - CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE
Grounding
Diagram
US
C

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 4 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
Care and Maintenance
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.
The following suggestions will help you protect your warranty coverage.
• Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or moisture can contain
minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. If your device does get wet, remove the battery,
and allow the device to dry completely before replacing it.
• Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts and electronic components
can be damaged.
• Do not store the device in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic
devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.
• Do not store the device in cold areas. When the device returns to its normal temperature,
moisture can form inside the device and damage electronic circuit boards.
• Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this guide.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards and
fine mechanics.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device.
• Do not paint the device. Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper operation.
• Use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean any lenses, such as camera, proximity sensor, and light
sensor lenses.
• Use chargers indoors.
• To reset the device from time to time for optimum performance, power off the device and
remove the battery.
These suggestions apply equally to your device, battery, charger, or any enhancement. If any
device is not working properly, take it to the nearest authorized service facility for service.
Cleaning
To clean the XP8.4’s screen, turn the unit OFF using the Power button. First use a soft dry cloth to
remove contamination. If dirt is still present, use a damp cloth that has been squeezed of excess
water. Use of strong chemicals and/or some cleaning agents may discolor the polyester film that
makes up the touch screen.
Package Includes:
• XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Screen
• External Battery
• Docking Station
• Quick Reference Tip Sheet
• Installation Manual

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 5
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
Contents
Safety........................................................................................................2
Care and Maintenance ...................................................................4
1. Introduction.....................................................................................6
Features ..............................................................................................6
Quick Reference................................................................................7
Callouts ...............................................................................................8
2. System Design & Applications .............................................11
Pre-Wire ..............................................................................................12
Applications .......................................................................................13
3. Connections ....................................................................................18
System/Interface Connections ......................................................19
4. Operation/Setup ...........................................................................22
Device Control...................................................................................23
System Setup ....................................................................................25
Web Browser .....................................................................................45
Battery Information...........................................................................49
5. Troubleshooting ............................................................................51
Appendix A: Specifications .........................................................52
Appendix B: Programming ..........................................................53
Appendix C: Wireless Networks ..............................................54
Warranty ................................................................................... Back Page

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 6 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
1. Introduction
The XP8.4 8.4” Wireless Color Touch Panel provides an intelligent solution
for controlling audio, video, and automation equipment in a multi-room
environment or as a stand-alone controller (in a Home Theater, for example).
The XP8.4 8.4” Wireless Color Touch Panel provides the freedom to control
home theater lighting, blinds, drapes, security, HVAC and much more from
anywhere in the home using a standard 802.11a/b/g WiFi wireless network.
An ELAN SS1 System Station is required for two-way RS-232 feedback and
control.
Touch Screen Technology
The XP8.4 utilizes a polyester plastic film suspended over a glass panel
which is then adhered to the front of a color LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
screen. The color LCD display is an active matrix TFT Liquid Crystal Display.
Depressing the polyester film with the included stylus allows the film to touch
the glass panel underneath, generating a location signal that is read by the
electronics. To help keep the screen clean, please use the included stylus
only when operating this unit. Do not use pens, pencils, etc. as these may
damage the polyester film.
Features
Portable Handheld Control of ELAN Systems•
2-Way Feedback From Most ELAN Entertainment Sources•
Easy, Powerful VIA!• ®TOOLS Programming
2-Way Feedback From Supported ELAN Integration Partners•
High-Resolution Display•
Web Browser With Flash Support and Java•
Windows XP Operating System•
Easy Internet Connection over Wi-Fi• ®
Outdoor-Viewable Display Option•
Matching VIA!• ®and Olé™ Skins
Built-In Speaker•
IR and RS-232 Control Options With SS1 System Station•
Includes Rechargeable Extended Battery for up to 6 Hours of Mobile Viewing•
Includes Advanced Docking/Charging Station w/USB and Ethernet Ports•

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 7
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
XP8.4 Quick Reference Card
The XP8.4 is packaged with a Quick reference Card to allow users to quickly
access all of the features of the unit.
Figure 1-1: Quick Reference Card

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 8 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
XP84 Controls
1 2 3 4 5
Figure 1.2: XP8.4 Callout
Item # Item Description
1
Button 1 Programmable hard button for macro sequences
or for activating applications
2
Keyboard Activates the touch screen keyboard
3
Settings Activates the Settings screen
4
Button 2 Programmable hard button for macro sequences
or for activating applications
5
Speakers Provides sound for web browsing and feedback
response to screen presses
Hardware Key-Front Right
Item # Button Description
1
Scroll Key Arrow Up, Volume Up
2
Scroll Key Arrow Right, Channel Up
3
Scroll Key Arrow Down, Volume Down
4
Scroll Key Arrow Left, Channel Down
Figure 1-3: Hardware Key - Front Right
1
2
3
4

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 9
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
LED’s-Top Left
12
Figure 1-4: LED’s - Top Left
Item# LED Description
1
Signal Indicates wireless panel signal connectivity
2
Battery/
Power
Indicates Power/Battery charging Status
Blinking = Charging / Steady = Fully Charged
Orange = Low Battery
Side Panel-Right
The right side of the XP8.4 features ports for connection of Power supply,
Microphone, and Headphones. There is also storage for the Stylus and a
MUTE control button.
12V
*
12 3 45
Top
Bottom
Figure 1-5: Side Panel Right
Item # Port/Item Description
1
Power Connector 12VDC wall transformer direct connection
2
Microphone
Connector
3.5mm Mono mini connection
3
Headphone
Connector
3.5mm Stereo mini connection
4
MUTE Button Mutes panel audio
5
Stylus Removable stylus for tapping touch screen

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 10 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
Side Panel-Left
The left side of the XP8.4 features a Power button. The USB port is not appli-
cable.
1
2
Bottom
Top
Figure 1-6: Side Panel Left
Item # Port/Item Description
1
Power Button Push/release enters and exits Standby Mode
Push and hold over 5 seconds invokes hardware
shutdown
2
USB Connector Not Applicable

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 11
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
2. System Design & Applications
TM
S8.6AV / S8.6AVP
S6 / S12
External Amplifier
COM2
A/V Sources
SPP
(
side view
)
Sensors
External IR
Receivers
SS1
Keypads
AUDIO SENSOR
SPK SPK SPK SPK
Olé
Touchpads
FrontRear
Triggered
Devices
WAP Router
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
Figure 2-1: System Overview
When planning a system the first step to a good design is to map the sys-
tem. It is advisable to obtain and mark up a copy of the house floor plan with
keypad, touch panel, touchpad, speaker, volume control, and equipment
locations, etc. Ensure that all locations are decided upon before pre-wiring
commences so that all necessary wiring and installation hardware is in place.
This unit will be interfacing with other components such as relay-controlled
devices, source components, sensors, serial controllers, and user interfaces,
so it is essential that ALL system components are accounted for prior to the
pre-wire stage.
Secondly, make detailed list of all components being used in the system
design. Include source equipment, touch panels, touchpads, keypads,
RS-232 controlled devices, relay controlled devices, power supplies, sensors,
and the SS1 System Station itself. Be sure to include necessary electri-
cal boxes, structured wiring enclosures, telephone lines, rough-in brackets,
patch cables, ELAN Precision Panels, such as the SPP etc.

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 12 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
Pre-Wire
Pre-wiring for the SS1 System Station requires careful system planning. Pay
close attention to where each component will be located and ensure that
the appropriate wires are run to the correct locations! Make sure to plan for
the future. It is often advantageous to pre-wire for components that may be
installed later. When interfacing with ELAN System Controllers it is advised
to use the SPP Precision Panel to save time and make sense out of complex
wiring jobs.
Wireless Access Points
Wireless Access Points (WAPs) take information originating from a wireless
XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel and send it to the system’s router. A WAP
may be stand-alone or integrated into a Wireless Router. Keep in mind that
local conditions and different WAP ranges will make each installtion different.
Test the range before finalizing the installation locations of WAPs.
Note: ELAN strongly recommends a WAP in each zone that contains
a wireless touch panel.
Router
A Router is the heart of the XP8.4’s communication system. Location of a
wired router is not critical, as long as access is provided for connections and
service. A wireless router or stand-alone WAP must be located where it’s
signal can reach the wireless devices on the network. A router will typically
share duties between the Wireless Color Touch Panels, ELAN VIA!dj Digital
Music Servers, VIA!dvdj DVD Controllers, and any computers in the custom-
er’s home. Use Cat-5 cable to connect the Router to the SS1 System Station.
SS1 System Station
The SS1 System Station is an RS-232, IR, Sense and Relay controller. It also
translates the XP8.4’s 8.02.11b/g WiFi commands into actions that can con-
trol system functions including Home Theater or a zone control of an ELAN
multi-room system. Future software/feature-set enhancements to the SS1
are field-upgradeable through VIA!TOOLS setup software.

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 13
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
Applications
Stand-Alone/Home Theater
The XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel can be used for any Stand-Alone
(non-ELAN) system application or as a Home Theater controller. Figure 2-2
shows a basic application
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
Router
Relay
Screen
Lift Drapes
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
SS1
Wireless
Access
Point
VIA!dj
ELAN SENSE
Sensors
®
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
Home Theater
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
Local One-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
ETHERNET
RS-232
HOST RS-232
ELAN RS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM 1
COM 3
COM 2
COM 4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK SENSE INPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALL IR OUTPUT
EXT IR INPUT
IR OUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12 VIA-NET
IR
PWR
VIA!2SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5 AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON, KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL: VIA2SS1
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DC RELAY PWR RELAY 1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 RELAY 6 RELAY 7 RELAY 8
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
Figure 2-2: Stand-Alone/Home Theater Application

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 14 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
S12 Multi-Room A/V Controller
Use either ELAN's PS12 Precision Panel or SPP. Figure 2-3 shows the XP8.4
Wireless Color Touch Panel and a PS12 or SPP connected to an ELAN S12.
+
--
VIA!NET
16VDC/ 10A
16VDC/ 4A
16VDC/1.5A
1
ZONE
2
ZONE
3
ZONE
4
ZONE
SS/SC4
5
ZONE
6
ZONE
7
ZONE
8
ZONE
TO SENSE INPUTSEXTIR
123
USESTEREO 3.5mm PLUGS ONLY
456
1
TRIGGERS
234
5678
POWER
®
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
SYSTEM SS1
ELAN SENSE
Sensors
®
IR Controlled
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
1 & 2-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4) RS-232
HOST RS-232
ELAN RS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM 1
COM 3
COM 2
COM 4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSE INPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALL IR OUTPUT
EXT IR INPUT
IR OUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12 VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5 AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON, KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL: SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DONOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE.
REFER SERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DC RELAYPWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY3 RELAY4 RELAY 5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY8
S-12
VIA!Net
Olé
Relay
Gate
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
Garage Door
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
Router
Screen
Lift Drapes
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
ZONE SS1
Wireless
Access
Point
VIA!dvdj
ELAN SENSE
Sensors
®
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
Home Theater
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
Local One-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
ETHERNET
VIA!NET
RS-232
HOST RS-232
ELAN RS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM 1
COM 3
COM 2
COM 4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK SENSE INPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALL IR OUTPUT
EXT IR INPUT
IR OUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12 VIA-NET
IR
PWR
VIA!2SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5 AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON, KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL: VIA2SS1
WARNING: DONOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE.
REFER SERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DC RELAYPWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY3 RELAY4 RELAY 5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY8
Relay
Playstation
X-10
Lighting
TM
SPP
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
Figure 2-3: S12 Multi-Room A/V Controller Application
Note: ELAN has discontinued production of the PS12 Precision
Panel, however existing installations with PS12 Precision Panels
are compatiblewith the XP8.4.

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 15
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
S8.6 Multi-Room A/V Controller
ELAN's SPP (System Precision Panel) is designed to work with any S Series
Multi-Room controller. Figure 2-4 shows the XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch
Panel connected to a System8.6 (S8.6AV or S8.6AVP) Multi-Room A/V
Controller using an SPP.
+
--
VIA!NET
16VDC / 10A
16VDC / 4A
16VDC/1.5A
1
ZONE
2
ZONE
3
ZONE
4
ZONE
SS/SC4
5
ZONE
6
ZONE
7
ZONE
8
ZONE
TO SENSE INPUTSEXTIR
123
USE STEREO 3.5mm PLUGS ONLY
456
1
TRIGGERS
234
5678
POWER
®
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
SYSTEM SS1
ELANSENSE
Sensors
IR Controlled
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
1 & 2-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY3 RELAY 4 RELAY5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
VIA!NET
Olé
Relay
Gate
Relay Controlled
Devices (x8)
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
Router
Screen
Lift Drapes
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
ZONE SS1
Wireless
Access
Point
VIA!dvdj
ELAN SENSE
Sensors
®
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
Home Theater
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
Local One-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
ETHERNET
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY3 RELAY 4 RELAY5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
Relay
Satellite
CD
S8.6
VIA!NET
Zone 1
Zone 2 Zone 3
Zone 4
Cat-5
SPP
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitt
e
r
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
Figure 2-4: S8 Multi-Room A/V Controller Application
Note: The SPP can be used with ANY ELAN S Series Multi-Room
Controller. Connections are identical for ELAN S6, S8.6 or S12 appli-
cations.

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 16 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
S6 Integrated Multi-Room Controller
Figure 2-4 shows the XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel and an ELAN S6
controlling A/V sources, relay-controlled sources and RS-232-controlled
sources.
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
SYSTEM SS1
ELANSENSE
Sensors
IR Controlled
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
1 & 2-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY 3 RELAY4 RELAY5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
VIA!NET
Olé
Relay
Gate
Relay Controlled
Devices (x8)
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
Router
Screen
Lift Drapes
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
ZONE SS1
Wireless
Access
Point
VIA!dvdj
ELAN SENSE
Sensors
®
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
Home Theater
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
Local One-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
ETHERNET
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY 1 RELAY2 RELAY 3 RELAY4 RELAY5 RELAY6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
Relay
Satellite
CD
S6
VIA!NET
Zone 1
Zone 2 Zone 3
Zone 4
Cat-5
SPP
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitt
e
r
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
+
--
VIA!NET
16VDC / 10A
16VDC / 4A
16VDC/1.5A
1
ZONE
2
ZONE
3
ZONE
4
ZONE
SS/SC4
5
ZONE
6
ZONE
7
ZONE
8
ZONE
TO SENSE INPUTSEXTIR
123
USE STEREO 3.5mm PLUGS ONLY
456
1
TRIGGERS
234
5678
POWER
®
Figure 2-5: S6 Integrated Multi-Room Controller Application
Note: The SPP can be used with ANY ELAN S Series Multi-Room
Controller. Connections are identical for ELAN S6, S8 or S12 applica-
tions. See Figure for details

© ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved. Page 17
ELAN HOME SYSTEMS XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel
Z•System
Advanced features like Audio Detect and Spatial Enhancement can be
accessed using the XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel in a ELAN Z•System.
Figure 2-5 shows how to configure the XP8.4 using a PVIA10 and ZONE SS1
for a Z•System application.
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
SYSTEM SS1
ELANSENSE
Sensors
IR Controlled
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
1 & 2-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 RELAY 6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
VIA!NET
Olé
Relay
Gate
Relay Controlled Devices (x8)
AUDIO SENSOR
CONTACT SENSOR
LED/LIGHT SENSOR
Router
Screen
Lift Drapes
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
ZONE SS1
Wireless
Access
Point
VIA!dvdj
ELANSENSE
Sensors
Relay
C
ontrolled Devices
(
x8
)
Home Theater
Components
IR Outputs (x12)
Sense Inputs (x6)
Local One-Way
RS-232 Controlled
Devices (x4)
ETHERNET
RS-232
HOSTRS-232
ELANRS-232
HOST
ELAN
COM1
COM3
COM2
COM4
COM1
COM2
COM3
COM4
ETHERNET
LINK
RX/TX
IR-LINK
SENSEINPUTS
1 2 3
4 5 6
ALLIR OUTPUT
EXTIR INPUT
IROUTPUTS
1
7
2
8
3
9
4
10
5
11
6
12
VIA-NET
IR
PWR
SS1
POWER
12VDC
0.5AMPS
- +
LEXINGTON,KY • MADE IN CHINA
MODEL:SS1 SYSTEM STATION
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICE TO ELAN-APPROVED
SERVICETECHNICIAN.
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND NC COM NO
PWR GND
DCRELAY PWR RELAY1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 RELAY 6 RELAY7 RELAY 8
Relay
VIA!NET
Z•630
POWER 16 VDC 10A
+
-
RELAY 1/2 RELAY 3/4 RELAY 5/6 SPARE
RELAY CONTROLOUTPUTS
COM
PORTS
COM1
COM4
COM3
COM2
IR OUTPUTS
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
ALL
A
B
VIA!NET
SMART SENSE INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
VIDEO IN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
PVIA-10
SYS SNS
SYS IR
POWER 16 VDC 10A
+
-
RELAY 1/2 RELAY 3/4 RELAY 5/6 SPARE
RELAY CONTROLOUTPUTS
COM
PORTS
COM1
COM4
COM3
COM2
IR OUTPUTS
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
ALL
A
B
VIA!NET
SMART SENSE INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
VIDEO IN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
PVIA-10
SYS SNS
SYS IR
PVIA-10
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3 Zone 4
IR Emitter
IR Emitter
IR Emitt
e
r
Wireless
Touch Panel
XP84
Figure 2-6: Z•System Multi-Room Controller Application
Note: ELAN has discontinued production of the Z•System, however
existing installations with the Z•System are compatible with the
XP8.4.

XP8.4 Wireless Color Touch Panel ELAN HOME SYSTEMS
Page 18 © ELAN Home Systems 2008 • All rights reserved.
3.Connections
Power Connection
The battery recharges when the XP84 is cradled in its docking station. The
included 12VDC wall transformer plugs into the rear of the Docking Station.
The XP8.4 will operate for approximately 1.5-2 hours of continuous use on
a charge of the internal battery, and it can be extended for to up to 6 hours
with the hot-pluggable external clip-on battery pack. The transformer can be
connected directly to the panel instead of the cradle if so desired. The char-
ger port is located on the right side of the panel as shown in Figure 1-5.
Note: The USB ports on the rear of the docking station are used for
mouse and keyboard connectivity when using the browser.
+12V
Figure 3-1: Power Connection-Docking Station Rear
Headphone/Microphone Connection
A 3.5mm stereo connection on the side of the touch panel is provided for
connecting stereo headphones when privacy is needed. When headphones
are plugged in, the built-in speaker is disengaged. A 3.5mm mono connec-
tion is provided for connecting a microphone to the panel.
Figure 3-2: Headphone/Microphone Connection