AMX AutoPatch Quick Start Manual

Overview
Single Bus Controllers (SBCs) are control devices programmed to route any
input (source) to one assigned output (destination). SBCs are available in 3-Key and
12-Key models and are compatible with any AMX AutoPatch Distribution Matrix with
an XNNet compatible interface.
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3-Key SBCs with bezel
FIG. 1
Single Bus Controllers (SBCs) front view
General Specifications
Specifications
Cable for Two-conductor, 20 AWG, 7/28 strand cable with drain wire or
XNNet Communications shield (such as Alpha 2412C)
Distance 1000 ft. (304.8 m) total, including linked SBCs
Power +9 VDC @ 120 mA
Optional modular +9 VDC power supplies for up to three SBCs
in close proximity
Operational Temperature 32° - 110° F (0° - 43° C)
Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
Dimensions 2.25 in. x 4 in. (5.72 cm x 10.16 cm)
Bezel dimensions: 3 in. x 4.75 in. (7.62 cm x 12.07 cm)
Display Two-digit or three-digit, seven-segment LED displays current
input selected for routing to designated output
Installation
ESD Warning: Avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive
components; be sure you and the equipment are properly grounded before
touching any internal materials.
This guide provides instructions for a typical installation using a single-gang box
(customer supplied). For other installations, see Steps 9 through 11 before mounting
the SBC.
Important: If installing multiple SBCs, see the section on linking (on reverse) before
mounting SBCs in boxes.
Mounting & Wiring the SBC
Power Requirements
• +9 VDC @ 120 mA per SBC
• Always use a UL approved power source. Check the power source's
documentation for information specific to that power source
Link Cable Requirements
• Two-conductor, 20 AWG, 7/28 strand cable with a drain wire or shield, such as
Alpha 2412C (customer supplied)
• Maximum length of cable: 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) total, including linked SBCs
To mount in a single-gang box:
1. Install a single-gang box in the desired location.
2. Attach link cable to enclosure's XNNet connector (on enclosure's CPU). For
exact CPU location and instructions for attaching a link cable, see router
documentation.
3. Route the link cable from the enclosure through the holes in the single-gang box.
4. Attach power cable wires to the power source.
5. Route power wires from power source through the holes in the single-gang box.
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FIG. 2 Route wires through single-gang box & attach to SBC
AutoPatch Single Bus Controllers
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12-Key SBCs with bezel
6. Snap the bezel on the SBC.
7. Carefully pierce the two gray circles near the top and bottom of the SBC
faceplate that indicate the mounting holes (if not ordered pierced).
8. Align faceplate with the single-gang box. (The unit may need to be tilted slightly
to move the circuit board past the tabs.)
9. Wire the SBC power connector P3.
For the 2-digit SBC, use Steps 9a and 9b.
For the 3-digit SBC, use Steps 9c through 9e.
Wiring the Power Connector (P3)
2-digit SBC
9a. Loosen the left and center screws
of the power connector P3 on the
circuit board on the back of the
SBC
(see right).
9b. Insert power cables wires; positive
lead on the left and ground in
center.
Tighten screws.
3-digit SBC
9c. Loosen the top and center screws
of the power connector P3 on the
circuit board on the back of the SBC
(see right).
9d. Attach a chassis ground wire with a
female quick disconnect to the
.250 x .032 tab. Connect the other
end of the ground wire to a ground
point.
9e. Insert power cable wire; positive
lead on top and ground in the
center.
Tighten screws.
Wiring the Link Connector (P4 or P5)
Wire the SBC Link connector, either P4 or P5. Steps 10 and 11 apply to both the 2-digit
and 3-digit SBC.
Power cable
Link cable
P4 P5
2-digit SBC
FIG. 3 Attach XNNet link cable to P4 or P5
10. Loosen the two outer screws of the link connector (P4 or P5) on the circuit board
on the rear of the SBC (FIG. 3 left for 2-digit SBC; FIG. 3 right for 3-digit SBC).
11. Insert XNNet link cable wires into link connector. Either wire goes into either
outside slot.
Tighten screws.
12. Insert screws through mounting holes on SBC faceplate and holes on
single-gang box (FIG. 2) and tighten.
Quick Start Guide
Power
cable
P3
POS (+)
P3
GND
P4
P5
3-digit SBC
GND
Chassis
ground
wire
POS (+)
Power
cable
Chassis
ground
wire
Link cable
Power cable