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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND COMPLIANCE DECLARATIONS PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SURGE PROTECTION DEVICE RECOMMENDED This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lightning strikes, etc.
8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The LB-KP8E wall plate control system box is a useful design for system installers and smart home users. With 8 direct macro command buttons and extra 8 macro commands in WebGUI control, which allows up to 16 commands to be executed within one push and a total of 128 command capacity inside this box, that can bring out a set of scenes in seconds.
2.0 OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 2.1 Front Panel 1. 1-8 Macro Buttons: Each button has 2 colors of LEDs adjustable from dim 0~100% and can have up to 16 commands. Further detail settings can be found in Section 2.5. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.2 Rear Panel 1. Relay Out: Connect with device that supports DC 0~24V/5A power or signal that supports relay function. 2. Control: Connect from PC/Laptop with active internet service or Telnet or WebGUI control with RJ-45 terminated cable. This...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.4 Telnet Control Before attempting to use the Telnet control, please ensure that both the device under control and the PC/Laptop are connected to the same active networks. To access the Telnet control in Windows 7, click on the ‘Start’...
Password, please key in “admin” for both to enter. Note: The Default IP setting is DHCP. The browser will display the device’s Macro Setting, Extension Macro, Command Settings, Schedule, Network and System Settings pages for users to control. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.5.1 Macro Settings The Background Light Bar allows user to instantly change the LEDs lighting percentage based on the orignial illumination setting. There are 6 Macros pre-configured as default setting for testing the Wall-Plate Control System’s functionality.
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Telnet system/Internet area and Relay devices connected through the Relay outputs of Wall- Plate Control Box with delay time. It is suggested the delay time is >100ms once the setting is confirmed, double click on Save Change. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller Command set to control the device within the same telnet system or internet area require to set its IP and Port number and it is strongly recommand to set the delay time>500ms in order to secure a successful command sending.
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.5.2 Extension Macro Click on Extension Macro to execute/edit up to 8 more Macro actions, Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.5.3 Command Settings Click on Command Settings to insert new commands or delete commands. A maximum of 128 commands are supported (each command is less than 128 characters including spaces).
2.5.4 Device Settings Click on Device Settings to setup the IP Address of a device. Click on Edit to add a new device to be controlled. Enter the Device Name, IP Address and Connect Port. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.5.5 Key Settings Click on Key Settings to configure the repeat or toggle setting of a key. If Repeat is set to On, pressing and holding the key causes the programmed macro to be repeated. If Toggle is set to On, pressing the key the first time executes the macro for that key.
Click on Schedule to set the executing time schedule of the Macro(s). Note: The scheduling system supports up to 48hrs of memory under power blackout after that the system will reset the time automatically back to 2015/01/01 00:00:00. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller Click on Edit from Repeat column to set the macro command(s) to be activated repeatedly on a set time. Broadata Technical Support, Sales@Broadatacom.com...
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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller Click on Edit from Once column to set the macro command(s) to be activated on a set time only. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 2.5.7 Network Settings Click on Network Settings to reset the IP, Netmask or Gateway address. 2.5.8 System Settings Click on System Settings to reset the WebGUI login password and timeout setting and save or download the Macro settings.
Daylight Saving Time(DST) function. Simply click on the white column and a calendar will appear for your selection with current timing setting. Another simple few clicks to enable/ disable DST with its start and end. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
However, observe the following light indicators to make sure that the unit is working properly: 3.2 Troubleshooting If the LB-KP8E units do not operate properly after installation, check for possible cable breaks, loose connections, and incorrect cable connections. If problems persist that may be fiber related, contact BCI at 1-800-214-0222 for further assistance.
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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller c. Cable connections at both channels are securely fastened to each connector. Turn the power off, then back on to reset the link. Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 4.0 SPECIFICATIONS I/O CONNECTORS Keypad 8 buttons Ethernet (1), RJ-45 Relay (1), Terminal Block PHYSICAL Dimensions (W x H x D) 3.62” x 4.07” x 1.50” Operating Temperature C to +40...
U.S. Please call Customer Service at 800-214-0222 for information. 5.2 Return/Repair Service The LB-KP8E System contains no user serviceable components. If you have a problem with your unit, please contact the Customer Service Department. To facilitate our return/repair processing please contact Broadata Communications, Inc.
8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller 6.0 LIMITED WARRANTY Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) warrants, for a period of one year from date of shipment, each product sold shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. BCI will correct, either by repair, or at BCI’s...
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LB-KP8E User Manual Link Bridge 8-Button Wall Plate Ethernet Controller Broadata Technical Support, (800) 214-0222...
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Broadata Communications, Inc. 2545 West 237th Street, Suite K Torrance, CA 90505 1-800-214-0222 (310) 530-1416 (310) 530-5958 (Facsimile) e-mail: CustomerService@Broadatacom.com Website: www.broadatacom.com 60000-LB-KP8E...