Harman AMX VARIA-150 User manual

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VARIA-150 15.6” Touch Panel
VARIA-150N 15.6” Touch Panel (No-Comm)
Overview
AMX VARIA-150 (AMX-UTP1511) & VARIA-150N (AMX-UTP1511N) are 15.6”
professional-grade touch panels designed to adapt to the unique needs of your
environment by offering a selection of personas. Varia personas are pre-loaded
apps that define the entire panel experience.
Microphones (except No-Comm)
Settings Button
Function Button
Side LED LAN/POE
USB
Speakers
FIG. 1 AMX VARIA-150 Touch Panel
Product Specifications
VARIA-150 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (HWD)
TBD
Weight
TBD
Power Consumption
PoE, 802.3at, 30 watt
External Power
Supply Required
Optimal performance requires use of the following
AMX PoE power supply (not included):
•PS-POE-AT-TC, PoE Injector, 802.3at
Compliant (FG423-84)
Certifications &
Compliance
•UL
•CE
•CB
•FCC Class B (-5dB)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
•0°C - 40° C (32°F – 104°F)
•5% - 85% Humidity
Storage Temperature
•-20°C – 60° C (4°F – 140°F)
•
5% - 90% Humidity
Included Accessories
•Mounting Plate
•Adhesive Pad
•Set Screw
•Installation Template
VARIA-150 Installation
Varia can be surface-mounted onto a wall, glass or other smooth surface, or
connect to any number of popular VESA mounts with the included mounting
bracket & hardware.
The VARIA-150 converts to a tabletop touch panel when used in conjunction with
a tabletop stand accessory (sold separately).
TABLETOP STAND ACCESSORIES
VARIA-ACS-150A
(AMX-UMT-1511)
AMX Varia Angle-Select Tabletop Stand
for VARIA-150 & VARIA-150N
Power Over Ethernet
Power is supplied via Power Over Ethernet (PoE), utilizing an AMX certified PoE
injector such as the PS-POE-AF-TC PoE Injector (FG423-83) or compatible
network switch which is classified as ES1 and PS2 output in accordance with
IEC/EN/UL 62368-1. Connect the incoming Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port on
the VARIA-150.
Mounting Plate
The included mounting plate contains a 100x100 VESA hole pattern, set screw,
and dedicated area for the included adhesive pad.
Set Screw
Adhesive Pad 100x100 VESA
FIG. 2 Mounting Plate
STEP 1: Installation Prerequisites
Prior to touch panel installation, identify a proper installation surface in
accordance with local laws and building codes. Ensure that your category cable
(networking cable) has access to the location.
STEP 2: Install the Mounting Plate
If installing on wall, mark your surface using the included installation template
for the four (4) VESA holes and one (1) desired cable pass-thru location. Drill
holes as required and screw the mounting bracket onto the surface, using
appropriate hardware for the surface (ie. drywall, concrete, brick, etc.).
If installing on glass or other smooth surface using the adhesive pad, first apply
the adhesive pad to the mounting bracket, only exposing one side of the pad.
Then adhere the mounting bracket to the surface with the set screw hole facing
UP and the two tabs on the BOTTOM. Make sure it is a secure fit, but do not
apply too much pressure as glass may break.
STEP 3: Route Category Cable
Remove the touch panel’s lower rear cover by removing two (2) screws and then
sliding the cover off. Press the rectangular holes to push the cover away from
you.
FIG. 3Lower Cover Holes
Plug in the networking cable and route it out one (1) of the three (3) available
openings in the lower cover: left, right, or bottom. Once fully seated, reattach
the lower rear cover.
Screw Location
Screw Location

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STEP 4: Mount the Panel to Plate
Using the top tab & slot, insert the panel to the mounting bracket. Make sure
the tabs are fully engaged.
STEP 5: Set Screw
Insert & tighten the set screw to secure the panel to the mounting bracket.
Caution:This product is only suitable for installations less than or equal to 2m
(6.56ft) high for CE/UL safety.
Removing
To remove the panel, follow the installation directions in reverse.
Powering On & Panel Setup Wizard
Powering on for the first time (or after a factory reset) will launch a setup
wizard where device settings and the panel’s persona are selected. After being
selected, the panel will boot to that persona on each subsequent power cycle
or reboot.
1. Select your language
2. Select your time zone, date, & time
3. Set up your network
4. Select your panel’s persona:
•AMX G5 Control: AMX NetLinx control panel, utilizing a TP5 file
created using TPDesign5 software.
•AMX Book: Intuitive room scheduling, connecting to Microsoft
Exchange, O365, or Google Calendar.
•Zoom Rooms Controller: Zoom’s native ZRC app UI to control a
Zoom Rooms space
•Web Kiosk: a full-screen borderless HTML5 interface to display web
content via URL.
FIG. 4Select App page in the Setup Wizard
The persona can be changed at any time in the Advanced Settings menu.
Each selection requires its own setup. After confirming your app selection, the
panel will continue to step through setup for the selected persona. Full step-
by-step walkthroughs can be found in the AMX Varia Programming &
Configuration Guide available on AMX.com.
AMX Varia Programming & Configuration Guide:
https://www.amx.com/en-
US/site_elements/configuration-programming-
manual-varia-touch-panels
Function Button
The touch panel has a flush button on the top of the bezel, on the right side.
Function Button
Settings Button
Microphone
FIG. 5Panel Button Locations
The Function Button serves multiple purposes:
1. A quick press & release will turn the panel’s display on & off (ie.
sleep & wake).
2. A press & hold for 4 seconds will return to the primary persona.
This is useful if another app had been loaded on top of the panel’s
primary persona app.
3. If the panel is shut down, pressing the Function button will boot up
the panel.
4. If the Function button is pressed & held during the boot process, the
panel will launch into Safe Mode.
Settings Button
The touch panel has a pin-hole button which serves two purposes:
1. A quick press & release will open Panel Settings
2. A press & hold for 4 seconds will reboot the panel
The default protected password to access Panel Settings is 1988.
NOTE:Do not confuse the Settings button (pin-hole button) with any of the
microphone or sensor holes. The Settings button is the larger hole located
closest to the Function Button.Irreparable damage may occur if a foreign
object is pushed down the microphone hole or into one of the sensors.
Light Sensor & Proximity Sensor
FIG. 6Panel Camera & Sensor Locations
The ambient light sensor can automatically adjust panel brightness based on
the environment. See Display Settings to enable automatic brightness.
The laser proximity sensor will detect nearby motion
to wake the panel up without requiring a touch.
NFC
When using NFC, use the included decal to indicate the location of the sensor.
Note: No-Comm panels do not have NFC.
FIG. 7NFC Sensor Location & Decal Placement
Sensors
Camera (except No-Comm)