Extron electronics ACP VC1 EU/MK User manual

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IMPORTANT:
Go to www.extron.com for the
complete user guide, installation
instructions, and specifications.
ACP VC1 EU/MK • Setup Guide
The Extron ACP VC1 EU/MK Audio Control Panel is a fully congurable control interface for use with any Extron ACP-enabled
device.
Each ACP VC1 EU/MK includes two ACP ports, which support power and communication between the host device and the
ACP VC1 EU/MK. Up to eight ACP panels can be used per host device for more demanding control needs.
NOTE: The ACP VC1 EU front and rear panels are identical to those of the ACP VC1 MK. The only difference is the shape of
the plastic faceplate attached to the front of the device. The panels function identically.
Planning System Installation
When planning an ACP system installation, consider how many ACP panels to use, maximum cable distance, and mounting (see
the ACP VC1 EU and ACP VC1 MK product pages at www.extron.com for more information regarding the ACP VC1 EU/MK).
Front and Rear Panel Features
MUTE
VOLUME
M
U
T
E
V
O
L
U
ME
+V
ACP
PWR LOAD
= 1.5W
+S -S G +V+S -S G
R
STATUS
GREEN
AMBER
RED
LINK COM ERROR ID ERROR
AA
B
B
C
C
DD
EE
F
F
Figure 1. ACP VC1 EU/MK
AFront Panel Rotary Volume Knob DConnection Status LED
BFront Panel Button EReset Button
CACP Ports (2) FBus ID DIP Switches
Installation
Step 1: Get Ready
Use the following checklist to prepare for installation:
Download and install the latest software, rmware, and device drivers needed to congure the host device and the
connected ACP devices (see the host device user guide, available at www.extron.com, for details regarding software and
drivers).
Obtain cables, mounting hardware, and any other supplies required for the installation.

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ACP VC1 EU/MK • Setup Guide (Continued)
Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site
ATTENTION:
• Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
• L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués par le personnel autorisé uniquement.
• Extron recommends installing the ACP VC1 EU/MK into a grounded, UL Listed electrical junction box.
• Extron recommande d’installer le ACP VC1 EU/MK dans un boîtier d’encastrement électrique mis à la terre, listé UL.
• If the ACP VC1 EU/MK will be installed into ne furniture, it is best to hire a licensed, bonded craftsperson to cut the
access hole and perform the physical installation so the surface will not be damaged.
• S’il est prévu d’installer le ACP VC1 EU/MK dans du beau mobilier, il est préférable de faire appel à un artisan autorisé
et qualié pour couper le trou d’accès et réaliser l’installation de telle façon que la surface ne soit pas endommagée.
• Follow all national and local building and electrical codes that apply to the installation site.
• Respectez tous les codes électriques et du bâtiment, nationaux et locaux, qui s’appliquent au site de l’installation.
NOTE: For the installation to meet UL requirements and comply with National Electrical Code (NEC), the ACP VC1 EU/MK
must be installed in a UL Listed junction box. The end user or installer must furnish the junction box. It is not included with
the ACP VC1 EU/MK.
Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA) Compliance
When planning where to install these devices, consider factors affecting accessibility of the button panel such as height from
the oor, distance from obstructions, and how far a user must reach to press the buttons. For guidelines, see sections 307
(“Protruding Objects”) and 308 (“Reach Ranges”) of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design available at
http://www.ada.gov/regs2010/2010ADAStandards/2010ADAStandards.pdf.
Site Preparation
Extron offers an assortment of mud rings, optional ULListed in-wall junction boxes, external wall boxes (EWBs), and surface or
tabletop mounting boxes for use with the ACP button panels. The ACP VC1 EU and ACP VC1 MK are 1-gang EU and MK size
devices.
Step 3: Removing the Plastic Faceplate, Removing the Button Panel, and Changing the Button
The plastic faceplate and button can be replaced. Additional buttons ship with the device and others can be ordered from
www.extron.com.
To change the button:
1. Insert the Extron removal tool (pry tool) between one side of the plastic faceplate and
the button plate. Release the catch holding the wallplate to the metal mounting plate
(see 1in the figure to the right). If necessary, use the pry tool to release the second
catch on the opposite side.
2. Insert a small flat-bladed screw driver into a slot on the button plate to separate the
button plate from the control plate (2).
3. Press the blade of the screw driver in until there is an audible click.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to release all four tabs holding the button plate in place.
5. Tilt the top of the button plate forward as it is removed to prevent the button from
falling out (3).
6. To remove the button, press the button backward through its
MUTE
MUTE
Extron
Extron
Insert
to line.
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MUTE
VOLUME
VOLUME
PC VIDEO
OFF
ON
LAPTOP
22
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slot in the button plate until the membrane containing the button is free.
7. To replace the button, align the two pegs in the button membrane with the holes located
at opposite corners of the empty slot on the back of the button faceplate and push the
button forward so it fits in the desired slot (see the figure to the right). Ensure the button
text orientation is correct.
8. Align the back of the button plate with the control plate and press it into place. The four
tabs released in steps 2 through 4 snap back into place.
9. Ensure the plastic faceplate and metal mounting plate are in the correct orientation. To
reattach the plastic faceplate, press the faceplate back into the metal mounting plate,
using the two catches released in step 1 on the previous page.
Step 4: Set Bus ID Address
Set the bus identication (bus ID) DIP switches for the ACP VC1 EU/MK and any other ACP
panels being connected to the system. Each ACP device must have a unique bus ID. If multiple panels have the same bus ID,
address conicts may cause one or more of the panels to not be recognized in DSP Congurator or by the host device. Up to
eight ACP devices can be connected in the same system.
+V
ACP
+S -S G +V+S -S G
R
PWR LOAD
= 1.5W
STATUS
GREEN
AMBER
RED
LINK COM ERROR ID ERROR
+
V+
S G
–
S
010010
ON
123456
000001
1
ON
123456
18Unit address
DIP switches
Binary address
ACP port on a
DMP 128 Plus, or
on another ACP
endpoint
ACP Ports
• Connect up to four (4) ACP endpoint devices per
DMP 128 Plus.
• Wire the connectors the same at both ends.
• These ports are identical. You can connect devices
interchangeably to either port.
• Do not exceed a total of 1000 feet (305meters) of cable for
connections between the DMP 128 Plus and all of the ACP
panels.
• Power is provided by the DMP 128 Plus, a PS 1220EB
power inserter, or an Extron 12 VDC power supply.
Bus ID Address DIP Switches
• Use these DIP switches to set the six-bit, binary
bus address for the ACP VC1 EU/MK.
• Each ACP connected to the same DMP 128 Plus
must have a unique address.
• Switch 1 (on the left) is the highest value (32, the
the most signicant bit [labeled “MSB”]).
• Switch 6 (on the right) is the lowest (1, the least
signicant bit [labeled “LSB”]).
• Up = on = 1, Down = off = 0
Examples:

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ACP VC1 EU/MK • Setup Guide (Continued)
Setting the Bus ID Address
Each ACP device in a system must have a unique six-digit binary bus ID. ACP bus
IDs are set using the DIP switch assembly on the rear panel of the
ACP VC1 EU/MK (see Eon gure 1 at the beginning of the guide).
Switch 1 on the left sets the most signicant bit (highest number, 32) while switch
6 on the right sets the least signicant bit (the lowest number, 1). See the example
addresses to the right.
Step 5: Cable All Devices
1. Connect the ACP panel to the host device.
2. Connect ACP panels to each other if multiple panels are used in the system
(see the wiring diagram below for correct wiring).
NOTES:
• Wire both ends of each ACP cable the same. Connectors are
interchangeable between the host device and ACP devices.
• Do NOT power an ACP panel from more than one power source.
3. Apply power to the host device after correctly cabling all devices.
Cabling
Attach cables using the diagram below as a guide. Wiring is the same for all ACP
models. Connect a 4-pole captive screw connector to each end of the cable,
wiring both ends the same. In most cases, ACP devices are powered by the host
device. Power is carried on the V+ pin of the ACP VC1 EU/MK and other ACP
devices.
Extron STP20-2/1000 or STP20-2P/100 cable is recommended for ACP device
connections.
ACP devices that are relatively far from the host device can be connected to an
optional Extron PS 1220EB eBUS power inserter or an Extron 12 VDC desktop
power supply as shown in the diagrams below and on the next page (see the ACP
VC1 EU/MK Specications at www.extron.com to determine if additional power is recommended).
Example Addresses
Bus ID
(Decimal)
Binary
Address
DIP Switch
Setting
0 000000*
*Reserved
(for controller
address)
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
1 000001
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
2 000010
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
3 000011
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
4 000100
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
5 000101
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
6 000110
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
7 000111
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
8 001000
1 2 3456
ON
M
S
B
L
S
B
BUS ID
G
-
S
+S
+V
Ground
+Signal
- Signal
+12 VDC
Black
and
Drains
Green
White
Red
G
-
S+S
+V
Drain Wires
Basic ACP Connector Wiring

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ATTENTION:
• Always use a power supply supplied or specied by Extron. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory
compliance certication and may cause damage to the supply and the unit.
• Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation fournie par Extron. L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée
annule toute conformité réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que l’unité.
• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed power source marked
“Class2” or “LPS” and rated output 12VDC, minimum 1.0A.
• Si ce produit ne dispose pas de sa propre source d’alimentation électrique, il doit être alimenté par une source
d’alimentation certiée UL de classe 2 ou LPS et paramétré à 12VDC et 1,0A minimum.
• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air handling spaces or in wall cavities.
• Sauf mention contraire, les adaptateurs AC/DC ne sont pas appropriés pour une utilisation dans les espaces d’aération
ou dans les cavités murales.
• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70,
article725 and the Canadian Electrical Code part1, section16. The power supply shall not be permanently xed to
building structure or similar structure.
• Cette installation doit toujours être en accord avec les mesures qui s’applique au National Electrical Code ANSI/
NFPA70, article725, et au Canadian Electrical Code, partie1, section16. La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être
xée de façon permanente à une structure de bâtiment ou à une structure similaire.
eBUS 24 WATTS MAX
100-240V 50-60Hz
0.6A MAX
+
V+ S G
–
S
+
V+ S G
–
S+ V+ S G
–
S+ V+ S G
–
S
+
V+ S G
–
S+
V+ S G
–
S
ACP port on
another ACP
endpoint
device
+
V+
S G
–
S
LAN
DMP 128 Plus C
RxTx G
RS-232
+S+V -S G
5 6 7 8
1 2 34
OUTPUTS
DMP EXP
ACP
REMOTE
USB AUDIO RESET
DMP 128 Plus
X
G - S+S
G - S+S
Tie drain wires
to ground.
G - S+S
X
G
- S
+S
+V
Ground
+Signal
- Signal
+12 VDC
G - S+S
+V
Power Input
(100-240 VAC,
50-60 Hz)
PS 1220EB
ATTENTION: Do NOT connect the power
pin to any device that is already powered
by the DMP 128 Plus control processor
or by an additional power s upply.
3/16" (5 mm) Max.
ACP Connections
• Connect up to eight (8) ACP
endpoint devices to the PS 1220EB.
• Wire the connectors the same at
both ends.
• All ports are identical and
interchangeable.

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ACP VC1 EU/MK • Setup Guide (Continued)
ACP VC1 EU
Rear Panel
Tie drain wires to ground.
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3/16" (5 mm) Max.
ACP port
on a DMP 128
Plus
ACP port
on another
ACP endpoint
NOTE: Check the polarity of the power
supply before connecting it to the ACP.
+
V+
S G
–
S
+
V+
S G
–
S
Ground
+Signal
- Signal
Ground
+Signal
-
Signal
+12 VDC
– Return
+12 VDC input
Exter
nal Power Supply
(12 VDC, 2.0 A)
Ground
all Devices
AC
P V
C
1 EU
R
ear
P
ane
l
+V
ACP
+S -S G +V+S -S G
R
PWR LOAD
= 1.5W
STATUS
GREEN
AMBER
RED
LINK COM ERROR ID ERROR
Power Input, External Power Supply (optional)
• Connect to an Extron 12 VDC, 2.0 A, power supply.
Step 6: Configure the System
NOTE: For complete information on creating configuration files and operating DSP Configurator Software, see the
host device user guide or refer to the DSP Configurator Software product page at www.extron.com.
1. Create a new host device configuration file in DSP Configurator and create all groups, presets, and macros to be controlled
by the ACP device.
2. Select Tools>Configure ACPs in DSP Configurator and configure the ACP button actions and panel IDs.
3. Connect to the host device in Live mode with a TCP/IP connection and push the configuration file to the device.
Step 7: Test and Troubleshoot
1. Verify the ACP bus ID DIP switches are set to the desired address on each unit and that there are no bus ID address conflicts
in the system. As mentioned in the rear panel features diagram in step 4, the ACP LED lights green when power and
communication are present and there are no bus ID address conflicts. Refer to the legend on the rear panel for other LED
behavior indications.
2. Verify cables to and from the ACP devices are wired the same at each end.
3. Test the system:
a. Press the ACP device button and ensure the button lights as expected and that the appropriate control actions are
triggered. Commands can be verified using DSP Configurator. DataViewer can also be used for command verification if
responses are configured.
b. Ensure the audio levels respond correctly to the volume and mute button.
4. Make adjustments to wiring, bus ID addresses, and system configuration as needed. Remember that the rear panel ports and
DIP switches are not accessible after the ACP is mounted. If needed, push a revised configuration to the ACP device through
the host device using DSP Configurator.
If you have questions during installation and setup, call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline or the Extron S3
Control Systems Support Hotline [phone]).

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Step 8: Mounting the ACP VC1 EU/MK
Prior to mounting:
1. Feed all device cables through the wall or furniture.
NOTE: If the unit is not installed in a mud ring, the plastic spacer must be installed. The spacer positions the unit to allow
the plastic faceplate to attach properly and securely.
2. Ensure the cables are connected to the ACP VC1 EU/MK rear panel.
Mounting ACP VC1 EU or ACP VC1 MK Units to an Electrical Wall Box
NOTES:
• The electrical wall box is not provided and must be purchased separately.
• Install the electrical wall box by following the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Use the metal mounting bracket provided with the ACP unit. ACP VC1 EU and ACP VC1 MK metal mounting brackets
are not interchangeable.
To mount an ACP VC1 EU/MK:
1. Decide where the panel will be located. Take into
consideration the position of wall studs and windows that
could obstruct cable runs.
2. Install the electrical wall box by following the instructions
provided with the manufacturer (see 1in the figures to the
right).
NOTES:
• The metal mounting brackets provided with the
EU and MK models are different and are not
interchangeable.
• Ensure the bracket is in the correct orientation
with the side marked “Front” facing away from
the wall.
• The EU model is attached with screws at the
top and bottom.
• The MK model is attached with screws on both
sides.
3. Disconnect power from all devices at the source and run
cables through the hole in the wall. Pass them through the
metal mounting bracket and plastic faceplate to connect them
to the rear panel captive screw connectors.
4. Set the DIP switches to give the panel a unique ID number.
5. Insert the ACP VC1 EU/MK into the plastic faceplate (3) and
press the entire assembly into the metal mounting bracket
(2). The device is secured to the metal mounting bracket by
two catches (on each side) that hold the wallplate in place.
MUTE
VOLUME
Wall Box
Plastic
Faceplate
Metal Mounting
Bracket
ACP VC1 EU
11
3
3
2
2
11
22
33
MIC
PROGRAM
X
MUTE
VOLUME
MK Wall Box
Wall
Metal Mounting
Bracket
Plastic
Faceplate
ACP VC1 MK

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Mounting ACP VC1 EU or ACP VC1 MK Units in a Raceway
NOTES:
• If there is a gap between the metal mounting bracket and the wall frame, insert the provided spacer between the
mounting bracket and the rim of the junction box (see gure below).
The spacer looks very similar to the metal mounting bracket, but has a slightly larger center opening, has holes instead
of slots for the mounting screws, and is engraved with the words “Optional Spacer” and “Place behind bracket.”
• Do not use the spacer instead of the metal mounting bracket. The spacer has a larger opening and will not hold the ACP
VC1 EU/MK securely in the wall frame.
To mount the ACP VC1 EU/MK to a raceway using the spacer:
1. Mount a junction box in the raceway (see 1in the
figure to the right). Follow the instructions provided
by the manufacturer.
2. If required, align the screw holes of the provided
spacer with the holes in the electrical box (2).
3. Align the screw holes in the metal mounting bracket
with the holes in the spacer and electrical box (3).
NOTE: Ensure that the front surface of the
mounting bracket is facing out (away
from the wall).
4. Use the two provided screws to secure the metal
mounting bracket and spacer to the junction
box (4). Leave the screw heads protruding
approximately 1/8 inch (3.18 mm) from the surface of
the spacer.
5. Rotate the metal mounting bracket as necessary to
ensure that the device will be aligned correctly on
the mounting surface.
6. Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the spacer.
7. Disconnect power from all devices at the source and run cables through the raceway, junction box, spacer, bracket and
plastic faceplate. Connect them to the rear panel ACP ports on the device.
8. Set the bus ID DIP switches to give the panel a unique address.
9. Insert the device into the wallplate (see 5above) and press the entire assembly into the metal mounting bracket (6).
The ACPVC1EU/MK is secured to the metal mounting bracket by two catches (one on each side) and holds the wallplate in
place.
Cable Raceway
Junction Box
Metal Mounting Bracket
Spacer
11 2
2
3
3
44
55
6
6
M
etal Mountin
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Bracket
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
Plastic
Faceplate
ACP VC1 EU
MUTE
EU
A
C
P V
C
1
E
MUTE