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AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander A x c e s s C e n t ra l C o n t r o l l e r s a n d C a r d s...
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Installing the AXB-MPE+, AXB-SPE, and External Equipment ... 11 AXCESS Programming ... 11 Programming the AXB-MPE+ (One AXC-EM Card) ... 11 Programming the AXB-MPE+ Dual Master Port Expander (Two AXC-EM Cards) ... 12 AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander Table of Contents...
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Table of Contents AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander...
AXC-EM cards, housed in the AXB-MPE+, to control the devices. The AXB-MPE+ Dual Master Port Expander comes with two AXC-EM cards: the first card is the main processor and the second is the stand-by processor. If a problem occurs with the first card, the AXB-MPE+ automatically switches to the second card without disrupting service.
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PROGRAM port to download the AXCESS programs to the AXC-EM card. On the Dual Master Port Expander Plus, this port is designated as PROGRAM MC1 (Master Card #1). ity, and stop bits. The default settings are 1 stop bit, 8 data bits, no parity, and 38.4K baud.
AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander The AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander (FIG. 2) contains 12 AXlink ports that you can control with the AXB-MPE+. You can connect the AXB-SPE to the AXB-MPE+, and then control 12 additional AXlink bus lines. The AXB-SPE is an add-on device that connects to the AXB-MPE+ via RJ-11 modular connectors.
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Product Information AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander...
AXC-EM Master Cards, repeat this step on the second card. FIG. 2 AXC-EM DIP switch settings 4. Close the top panel, insert the Phillips-head screws, and tighten. AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander Lithium batteries and sockets Installation and Configuration...
To reset the DIP switch to its default settings, place all switches in the ON position. Parity 7 bits Unused 8 bits Unused Unused Unused Mark Even None AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander Baud Rates 1,200 2,400 4,800 9,600 19,200 38,400...
FIG. 3 MPE+ internal locations for AXC-EM cards and respective jumpers 4. To set the Port Expander to use one master, place the jumper from JP1A on pins 1 and 2 (SINGLE) and verify that the jumper from JP1B is also on pins 1 and 2. This setting allows the user to program the single AXC-EM card using either the front or rear Program ports.
You must connect a 12 VDC power supply to the AXB-MPE+ and AXB-SPE to control external equipment. If you connect external AMX equipment, refer to the associated AMX manuals for wiring and power supply information. This section describes how to wire a control system.
Before you replace the lithium batteries, verify that your AMX dealer has a current copy of control commands stored in your AXB-MPE+. This will avoid any inadvertent loss of data or a service outage.
5. Close the top panel, insert the Phillips-head screws, and tighten. 6. Return the AXB-EM+ to the equipment rack and reconnect all the connectors removed in step 2. Pin 1 Pin socket 3 AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander...
Install the AXB-MPE+ into a standard 19-inch rack using the supplied rack kit: 1. Mount the AXB-MPE+ and AXB-SPE in the equipment rack. Connect the power supply. 2. Mount the external AMX equipment where it will be used. AXCESS Programming You can program the AXC-EM Master Cards in the AXB-MPE+ with an AXCESS software program to control a wide variety of audiovisual, lighting, and audio equipment.
Programming the AXB-MPE+ Dual Master Port Expander (Two AXC-EM Cards) To program both AXC-EM Master Cards in the AXB-MPE+ Dual Master Port Expander: 1. Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a grounded object.
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Installation and Configuration AXB-MPE+ Master Port Expander and AXB-SPE Slave Port Expander...
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