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RTC-Bridge User Manual
For an overview of
Bridges:
For programming a wireless
Contents:
1 Functions of the RTC-Bridge
1 Functions of the RTC-Bridge
RTC-Bridge will add the following features to a RAKO wireless system:
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Network interface : including remote control via mobile devices.
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Storing Project file information: Room, Channel and Scene information can be
stored.
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Timed Events : Automatic functions at fixed times including dawn & dusk times.
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Mapping : Commands can be redirected to perform other tasks.
" Bridge Application Sheet"
system:
" Rako App User Guide"

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    12 Performing a Firmware upgrade 1 Functions of the RTC-Bridge RTC-Bridge will add the following features to a RAKO wireless system: Network interface​ ​ : including remote control via mobile devices. Storing Project file information:​ ​ Room, Channel and Scene information can be stored.
  • Page 2: Installing The Rtc-Bridge

    Step 2: ​ ​ P lug the power supply provided into the RTC-Bridge and an available 13A socket. Step 3: ​ ​ P lug the Ethernet patch cable from the RTC-Bridge to a spare port in a router or network switch.
  • Page 3: Discovering The Bridge And Setting The House Number

    Project File. Failure to do so may result in interference with other systems. Step 1:​ ​ Right click on the Bridge in the communications window in the bottom right of the software. Select “Open in Browser” to open the Bridge webpages. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 4 “​ P roject File House Number​ ​ ” and “​ B ridge House Number​ ​ ” . Do not continue programming​ ​ . Return to Step 1 of this section and resolve the conflict before continuing. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 5: If You Cannot Connect To The Bridge

    By default the Bridge is connected via DHCP, this and other network settings can be edited via the Bridge webpages. It is possible to clear all network settings from a Bridge. Please call Rako technical support for information on how to do this.
  • Page 6: Uploading The Project File

    2) While the order of the rooms can be changed from this screen the order of the channels is always fixed. To get channels in a specific order they must be addressed or mapped in the desired order. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 7: Downloading The Project File

    Step 3: ​ ​ P ress “Import Data” to write the Room and Channel information in to the Project File. Step 4: ​ ​ P ress “Refresh Channel Levels” to write the Scene data in to the Project File. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 8: Events

    7 Events Events can be viewed, added and changed using either Rasoft Pro or the Rako App. The Bridge can generate automated Events that trigger commands at specific times. For example it is possible to automatically turn on the Garden lights on at Dusk and turn off the Garden lights at Dawn.
  • Page 9: Setting Events Using The Rako App

    7.2 Setting Events using the Rako App. Events can also be created via the Rako App. The method to create events in the App is essentially the same as detailed above. It is also possible to set Events from the Bridge webpages if required 8 Mappings When Mapping are used the Bridge can “listen”...
  • Page 10: Mapping Wireless Commands To Give Multi-Room Functionality

    WAVFR map etc.). Below Mapping 2 is an example of a map being used to trigger a macro: in this case “Start Macro 2”. It is also possible to “Enable” and “Disable” maps from other commands via the “Mapping Control” Action. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 11: Macros

    Scenes, Fades etc. remain there until it period of time. Useful in this or another Can also include hears a Continue. when programming Macro. “Macro Control”, PIR timeouts etc. “Mapping Control” for more complex programming. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 12: Triggering Macros

    Bridge map and by pressing buttons directly on the Bridge. For how to control Holiday mode via the App. see “ ​ A pp user Guide ​ ” . RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 13: Udp Feedback

    Bridge can be opened. In the toolbar select “Window” - ”Output” - ”Output” (as shown below). With a timeclock Bridge it is also possible to monitor UDP feedback using “monitor mode” on the Bridge itself. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...
  • Page 14: Performing A Firmware Upgrade

    To ensure continued access to all features of the Bridge it is advised that it is updated with the latest firmware if possible. This requires an active internet connection. Click “Refresh” to see if updates are available. Select “Update All” if updates are available to perform a firmware upgrade on the Bridge. RTC-Bridge Manual Version 2.1.2...

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