Harman AMX CE Series User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CE-Series Universal Control Extenders
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CE-Series Universal Control Extenders
CE-IRS4, CE-IO4, CE-COM2, CE-REL8

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point wherethey exit
from the apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. 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.
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on
the apparatus.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
17. Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
18. DO NOT overload wall outlets or extension cords beyond their rated capacity as this can cause electric shock or fire.
19. Please use the HDMI cable with magnetic ring.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
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 electrical shock topersons.
ESD Warning: The icon to the left indicates text regarding potential danger associated with the discharge of static electricity from
an
outside source (such as human hands) into an integrated circuit, often resulting in damage to the circuit.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARNING: No naked flame sources - such as candles - should be placed on the product.
WARNING: Equipment shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, grounding of the center pin of this plug must be maintained.
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LIABILITY NOTICE
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this publication, AMX assumes no responsibility for error or omissions. No liability is assumed for damages resulting from
the use of the information
contained herein. Further, this publication and features described herein are subject to change without
notice.
AMX WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY
The AMX Warranty and Return Policy and related documents can be viewed/downloaded at www.amx.com.

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ESD WARNING
WARNING:
This product is intended to be operated ONLY from the voltages listed on the back panel or the recommended, or included, power supply of the product.
Operation from other voltages other than those indicated may cause irreversible damage to the product and void the products warranty. The use of AC Plug
Adapters is cautioned because it
can allow the product to be plugged into voltages in which the product was not designed to operate. If the product is equipped with a detachable
power cord, use only the type provided with your product or by your local distributor and/orretailer. If you are unsure of the correct operational voltage,
please contact your local distributor and/or retailer.
FCC AND CANADA EMC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Approved under the verification provision of FCC Part 15 as a Class A Digital Device.
Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:
Eligible to bear the CE mark; Conforms to European Union Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC; European Union EMC
Directive2004/108/EC; European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances Recast (RoHS2) Directive 2011/65/EU;
European Union WEEE (recast) Directive 2012/19/EU; European Union Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment (R&TTE) Directive1999/5/EC
WEEE NOTICE:
To avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive components, make sure you are properly grounded before
When working with any equipment manufactured with electronic devices, proper ESD grounding procedures must be followed to
make sure people, products, and tools are as free of static charges as possible. Grounding straps, conductive smocks, and conductive
work mats are specifically designed for this purpose. These items should not be manufactured locally, since they are generally
composed of highly resistive conductive materials to safely drain static discharges, with- out increasing an electrocution risk in the
event of an accident.
Anyone performing field maintenance on AMX equipment should use an appropriate ESD field service kit complete with at
WARNING: Do Not Open! Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this equipmentare hazardous
to life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
Place the equipment near a main power supply outlet and make sure that you
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
C A U T I O N

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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................2
COPYRIGHT NOTICE....................................................................................................2
LIABILITY NOTICE .......................................................................................................2
AMX WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY..................................................................2
FCC AND CANADA EMC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION: ......................................3
EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:.............................................................................3
WEEE NOTICE: ..............................................................................................................3
CE-Series Universal Control Extenders.............................................................................................................................. 5
Overview .........................................................................................................................5
Common Features............................................................................................................................................................ 5
LAN/PoE Port................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Detailed LED Behavior...................................................................................................................................................... 6
LED PATTERNS................................................................................................................................................................... 6
ID Button ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Installation....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Mounting Options (Rack Trays and Mounting Brackets)........................................7
VSTYLE DIN Rail Clip (AMX-CAC0001) ....................................................................7
AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT (FG1010-722)..........................................................7
AVB-VSTYLE-RMK (FG1010-720) .............................................................................7
AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U (FG1010-721).............................................................8
AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT (FG1010-723) .................................................................8
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Preparing/Connecting Captive Wires................................................................................................................................ 9
LAN/PoE Port ................................................................................................................9
Network Configuration ...................................................................................................................................................10
Defaults ........................................................................................................................10
Network Discovery ......................................................................................................10
CloudworX Manager ...................................................................................................10
Web Server Controls ...................................................................................................12
Network ..................................................................................................................................................................12
Device .....................................................................................................................................................................13
Security...................................................................................................................................................................22
Administrator .........................................................................................................................................................23
Firmware.................................................................................................................................................................24

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CE-Series Universal Control Extenders
Overview
The CE-Series of Universal Control Extenders provide port expansion over Ethernet for any control system. The HControl
protocol provides a simple path and value approach to actuating the device functions. The use of the CE-Series Control
Extender with other HControl-aware Harman products makes a seamless extension of those systems. The Ethernet
connectivity helps break distance limitations and provide flexibility of installation.
CE-Series Control Extender boxes
Name
SKU
Description
Page Reference
CE-IRS4
AMX-CEB001
Control Extender – 4 IR
CE-REL8
AMX-CEB002
Control Extender – 8 Relay
CE-COM2
AMX-CEB003
Control Extender – 2 COM
CE-IO4
AMX-CEB004
Control Extender – 4 IO
Common Features
CE-Series Common Features
D
IMENSIONS
1" x 4 1/16" x 4 3/32"
2.5 cm x 10.3 cm x 10.4 cm
(1/4 RU Width x <1 RU Height)
W
EIGHT
1lb
454 g
P
OWER
REQUIREMENTS
PoE – 802.3af Class 0 Maximum
15.4W
CE-IRS4
2.6W
CE-REL8
4.1W
CE-COM2
5.6W
CE-IO4
14.7W
Enclosure
Powder-coated steel w/ grey matt finish
Certifications
FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and IEC 60950
Environmental
Requirements
Operating Temperature:
0° C (32° F) to 40° C (104° F)
Storage Temperature:
-10° C (14° F) to 60° C (140° F)
Operating Humidity:
5% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
Heat Dissipation (Typical): 36.9 BTU/hr
Designed for indoor use only.
FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS
ID Pushbutton
Status LED
A multi-colored LED indicating the device status (see fig ???)
L/A LED
A network link/activity light
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Ethernet
RJ-45 connector provides IP communication and PoE
Phoenix
Connector
Module-specific captive wire connectors (See below)

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LAN/PoE Port
The LAN/PoE (RJ45) port on all CE Modules provides 10/100 Base-T network connectivity. Use standard Cat5/6/6E ethernet cable to
connect the CE Module to the network.
The Ethernet Port LEDs show communication activity, connection status, speeds, and mode information:
•SPD (speed) - Yellow LED lights On when the connection speed is 100 Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10 Mbps.
•L/A (link/activity) - Green LED lights On when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly, and blinks when
receiving Ethernet data packets.
Detailed LED Behavior
The table below provides detailed descriptions of all blink patterns for the Status and A/L LEDs on the front panels of all CE modules.
LED PATTERNS
The CE-series features one tri-color LED for status.
Color
Frequency
Status
Green
Solid
Power, no connection
Green
1 Hz
HControl connection
Yellow
Solid
Booting
Cyan
3 Hz
Updating*
White
Solid
Locate mode
Red
1 Hz
Error, not running
* - Please do not disconnect from power when updating
ID Button
The ID button located on the front panel of the CE-Series module has two main functions: Reset and Locate.
Time
Function
Description
<10 seconds
Locate
An HControl Locate message is broadcast
10 – 20 seconds
Reset Configuration
The username, password, and relevant device
settings are set back to defaults
>20 seconds
Revert to Factory Firmware
The CE module is restored to the factory
firmware image with all default settings.
Default Credentials

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Installation
Mounting Options (Rack Trays and Mounting Brackets)
Refer to the documentation provided with each of the mounting kits for installation instructions (also available online at
www.amx.com).
VSTYLE DIN Rail Clip (AMX-CAC0001)
Small VSTYLE compatible modules can be mounted on a DIN rail with the VSTYLE DIN Rail Clip
AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT (FG1010-722)
V Style Single Module Surface Mount Brackets - Mount a single module to the wall, under a desk, etc. (FIG. 2).
AVB-VSTYLE-RMK (FG1010-720)
V Style Module Tray Rack - Mount up to four modules side by side in a 1 RU space (FIG. 3).

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AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U (FG1010-721)
V Style Module Tray Rack - Mount up to four modules side by side in a 1 RU space, with Fill Plates for instances when the entire tray
is not full (FIG. 3).
Note that the tray illustrated in FIG. 3 is shown upside down for ease of installation. However, the tray can be rack-mounted in a
rack either way.
Also note that the Fill Plate included in this illustration is included only in the AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U (FG1010-721).
NOTE: The AVB-VSTYLE-RMK and AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U mounting kits are appropriate for the CE-COM2, -IRS4, -IO8 and -REL8
AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT (FG1010-723)
V Style Single Module Pole Mounting Kit - Suspend a single module to a pole (FIG. 4).
Fig xxx – AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•For UL compliance, the CE family of ICSLan Device Control Boxes should be powered directly via any listed external IEC/UL
60950-1 2nd edition certified LPS PoE switch or injector, such as the AMX NXA-ENET8POE or PS-POE-AF.
•The CE-series family of ICSLan Device Control Boxes are intended for Network Environment 0 per IEC TR62101, and are to
be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside plant.
Preparing/Connecting Captive Wires
1. Strip 0.25 inch of wire insulation off all wires.
2. Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector according to the wiring diagrams and connector types
described in this section.
Note: Do not tighten the screws excessively; doing so may strip the threads and damage the connector.
LAN/PoE Port
The LAN/PoE (RJ45) port on all CE Modules provides 10/100 BaseT network connectivity. Use standard Cat5/6/6E ethernet cable to
connect the CE Module to the LAN. The Ethernet Port LEDs show communication activity, connection status, speeds, and mode
information:
•SPD (speed) - Yellow LED lights On when the connection speed is 100 Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10 Mbps.
•L/A (link/activity) - Green LED lights On when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly, and blinks when
receiving Ethernet data packets.

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Network Configuration
Defaults
The CE- family of Control Extenders defaults to using DHCP to obtain a network address. If a DHCP server is unavailable, the CE will
use a link-local address.
Network Discovery
The CE family of Control Extenders use the Harman HControl Protocol for communication and network discovery.
HControl aware software and devices are able to detect other HControl devices on their subnet. Software such as
CloudworX Desktop Manager can be used to discover the IP address that has been assigned via DHCP.
CloudworX Manager
Additionally, each CE-Series module has an ID button that, when tapped, causes the module to send a broadcast
message to facilitate discovery. The discovery beacon is sent as a UDP packet on port 4197 to 255.255.255.255, which
is the universal broadcast address. If use a laptop on the same switch as the CE device and use packet capture software
like Wireshark, you can see the broadcast message as well as any other HControl devices that reply:

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In this example, the CE module sent the discovery broadcast from 192.168.160.174 when the ID button was tapped.

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Web Server Controls
Once you know the IP address that has been assigned to the CE box, all configuration settings are available through the
built in web server. Navigate to the target address, use the default credentials of:
Default Credentials
Username
admin
Password
password
Note: You will be forced to choose a new username and password upon login. Follow the prompts to set a new
username and password for the device.
Note: On the first login, your browser will likely ask you to trust the CE module’s self-signed certificate. This is required
to access the module’s web pages. You are able to provide a new certificate later if desired.
Network
The Network tab displays the current network settings and allow the user to set new network settings.
The MAC address field is read only and displays the preprogrammed MAC address of the CE box.
The IP address settings allow the choice of DHCP addressing or static addressing.
If DHCP is chosen, the IP Address and subnet mask setting are read-only as they will be determined by interaction with
the DHCP server. If a DHCP server is not present, a fallback link local address will be assigned.
If Static is chosen, all fields related to the IP address are editable. Choose the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS
server that is appropriate for the network the CE box is installed on.

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Device
This is the device-specific web page content for each type of CE-series box. Different content is displayed for each.
CE-REL8 – 8 Relay Module
The status of each relay is displayed in the CE-REL8’s Device page. Clicking on the label or slider for a particular relay will
toggle the status of the relay. As pictured, Relay 7 is engaged.

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CE-IO4 (configured as Output)
First, select from the list of I/O ports to see the status. Those labels act as radio buttons. When one is selected, all the
settings shown are for that particular I/O. Each I/O is individually configurable.
If the I/0 is set as an output, there is only one further setting available. Similar to the Relay, the Output can be driven
high or low by the toggle switch represented on this page. The current status is displayed this way.
•IO Output: Output Control (sets output status)
The current setting for the digital output state: low or high

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CE-IO4 (Configured as Input)
If the I/O is configured as an Input, there are many more settings available:
•I/O input mode: Analog, Digital, or Both
Depending on the choice made from this pulldown, the following additional settings will appear:
•Digital Settings: Input State (feedback for the input)
The current reading for the digital input state: low or high
•Digital Settings: Debounce Time in ms
This is the polling interval for the input state. This prevents flooding of updates from unstable sources.
•Digital Settings: High Threshold in volts
This sets the boundary for what is considered ‘high’ for an input.
•Digital Settings: Low Threshold in volts
This sets the boundary for what is considered ‘low’ for and input
Note: If the volage is between the high and low threshold, the previous input state will be unchanged.
•Analog Settings: Input Voltage
This is the current voltage detected on the Analog input pin
•Analog Settings: Trigger Delta in Volts
This is the magnitude of change that must occur before a new value is reported.

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CE-COM2
The CE-COM2 has two configurable COM ports. First, select the COM port you wish to view or set the parameters for
(COM-1 or COM2)
The Serial Config settings contain the standard COM port settings. Match these settings for those specified on the
target serial-controlled device. Once set, press the Config button to commit these changes.
The Serial Setting dialog contains two controls: Enable Receive and Flow Control. Enable Receive determines if any
messages received by that COM port should trigger an event for any clients that have subscribed. If receiving a response
is not desired, turning Enable Receive off can reduce traffic and control system overhead for handling these events. The
Flow Control switch enables or disables the use of the hardware handshaking pins.
The Serial Data dialog shows the last received message in both ASCII encoding and hexadecimal representation. The
Text input field allows you to send a serial message through the selected COM port. This allows for testing of the COM
port and wiring without using a control system.

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In the example below, the string hello followed by a carriage return and line feed are ready to be sent from COM-1
Clicking Send will transmit the message in the Text Input window out of the COM port selected using the present RS-232
protocol settings for that port.
For demonstration purposes, I wired COM-1 to COM-2 to show the Receive function. To see the last message received
by the CE-COM2’s COM port, click the Receivebutton.
The last message received will be represented as mixed ASCII & hexadecimal in the Received Data (String) window, and
as strictly hexadecimal for the Received Data (Hex) window.

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CE-IRS4
The CE-IRS4 has 4 individually configurable outputs.
First, select the output you want to configure. The labels IR/S-1, IR/S-2, IR/S-3, and IR/S-4 act as radio buttons allowing
you to select one particular IR/Serial port to configure. In the above example, IR/S-1 is selected.
Next select the desired mode using the pulldown labelled IR/Serial-nMode The modes are: IR, Serial, and Data
•The IR mode expects to drive an IR emitter (CC-NIRC).This emitter should be placed on the IR receptive area of
the controlled device.
•The Serial mode expect to be wired directly to a controlled device, but still uses the IR waveform as control
•The Data mode works as a 1-way RS-232 port. The effective distance and available baud rates are reduced from
a dedicated RS-232 port.

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IR Mode
If the port selected is in IR modes, the following dialog boxes will appear: IR Files, IR Code, and IR Setting
In IR Files, you may upload multiple AMX .irl files. These .irl files contain the IR data for each button that has been
captured.
The IR File List allows you to browse all of the loaded .irl files present on this module. You may also back up the .irl file
by selecting the file and pressing the Download button.
The IR Code window has several setting and controls:
•The IR File Load allows you to select the actual .irl file that will be in use from all the .irl files that have been
loaded. This will load all the captured buttons that will be available to this web page and the connected control
system. Only one IR file is active at a time.
•IR Pulse allows you to select from a list of loaded captured IR buttons and send the button for testing that
function. The pulses are queued, so pressing the button repeated will send a pulse for each press. The timing
for the pulse is in the IR Setting window.
•IR Continuous allows you to send an IR code for an arbitrarily long time. The IR code is emitted when Start is
pressed and ceases when Stop is pressed.
•Keypad Mode defines the pattern of IR codes that are queued for the purpose of sending a multidigit number
with an IR Remote.
•Keypad Target is the series of numbers that will be sent when Send is pressed
•Send Keypad Macro will send the sequence of numbers in the pattern specified by Keypad Mode

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The Keypad Mode values are based on the NetLinx NX implementation of an IR Port. The available Keypad
modes are:
Mode 0: No leading zeros, use Enter key, up to 3 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 3-enter.
“34” transmits the IR code as 3-4-enter.
“343” transmits the IR code as 3-4-3-enter.
Mode 1: Use leading zeros, use Enter key, always 3 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-0-3-enter.
“34” transmits the IR code as 0-3-4-enter.
“343” transmits the IR code as 3-4-3-enter.
Mode 2: No leading zeros, no Enter key, up to 3 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-0-3.
“34” transmits the IR code as 0-3-4.
“343” transmits the IR code as 3-4-3.
Mode 3: Use leading zeros or Hundred key, No Enter key, up to 3 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-3.
“34” transmits the IR code as 3-4.
“343” transmits the IR code as 100-100-100-4-3
Mode 4: Legacy Keypad mode, values 0-199 only, use Enter if present
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-0-3-enter.
“34” transmits the IR code as 0-3-4-enter.
“343” returns an error message
Mode 5: Use leading zeros, use Enter key, always 4 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-0-0-3-enter.
“34” transmits the IR code as 0-0-3-4-enter.
“343” transmits the IR code as 0-3-4-3-enter.
“3434” transmits the IR code as 3-4-3-4-enter.
Mode 6: Use leading zeros, no Enter key, always 4 digits
“3” transmits the IR code as 0-0-0-3.
“34” transmits the IR code as 0-0-3-4.
“343” transmits the IR code as 0-3-4-3.
“3434” transmits the IR code as 3-4-3-4.