AMX MET-ECOM Installation Manual

Overview
The MET-ECOM Metreau Entry Communicator (FG2180-01-cc) can be placed at entry
points of homes, condos and hotels to provide audio communications with anyone at a
door or gate - all over IP. Any AMX Modero intercom-enabled touch panel can
interface with the Entry Communicator and allow residents to open doors, gates and
more.
Microphone
FIG. 1
MET-ECOM Metreau Entry Communicator
Refer to the Metreau Entry Communicators Operation/Reference Guide (available
online at www.amx.com) for additional installation details and instructions on using the
Configuration Manager, using the full-duplex intercom, and NetLinx Programming
information.
Note: The MET-ECOM is suitable for installation in exterior environments.

Product Specifications

MET-ECOM Specifications
Power: • PoE powered – no local Power Supply needed
• IEEE 802.3af Compliant
Front Panel Components: • Integrated Color Video Camera
• Speaker
• Dual Color LED Status Bar: (Yellow/ Red) can be used to
provide feedback, to attract attention for action, or as
general indicator.
• Pushbutton (Doorbell)
• Microphone
Integrated Color Video • QVGA 320 x 240
Camera: • Supports Motion JPEG (MJPEG) and H.263 codecs.
• Viewing Angle: 42°
Speaker: • 8 Ohm, 2W
• 80dB SPL (sound pressure level at 1 meter)
• Meets G.711 sound standard
Microphone: • -40 dB sensitivity, built-in echo cancellation
(telephone quality)
• Full duplex communication
• VoIP Telephony

Rear Panel Components:

• Camera Viewing Angle Adjustment
• Ethernet Port - 10/100 Ethernet with PoE. LEDs show
communication activity, connection status, speeds, and
mode information:
SPD (speed) - Green LED lights On when the connection
speed is 100 Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10
Mbps.
L/A (link/activity) - Orange LED lights On when the
Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly,
and blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets.
• ID/Reset pushbutton: Push to set the NetLinx ID (Device
only) assignment for the device. Push and hold for at least
10 seconds to reset to factory default settings.
• Status LED: Green LED provides an indication of both the
system status and communication status with the target
Master. 1 blink every 5 seconds indicates there is
currently active communication between the Metreau unit
and a target Master.
• 2 Multi-Purpose I/Os (5V): 2-channel binary I/O ports for
contact closure with each input being capable of voltage
sensing. Input format is software selectable with
interactive power sensing for IR ports.
Video Camera
Speaker
Dual Color LED Status Bar (Yellow / Red)
Pushbutton (Doorbell)
MET-ECOM
MET-ECOM Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Components
(Cont.):
Dimensions (HWD):
Weight:
Operating Environment:
Mounting:
Colors Available:
Included Accessories:
Other AMX Equipment:
Certifications:
Rear Panel Components
FIG. 2 shows the location of the rear panel components for the MET-ECOM.
Camera Viewing
Angle Adjustment
ID/Reset pushbutton
STATUS (green LED)
Ethernet Connection
2 Multi-Purpose I/Os (5V)
2 Low Voltage Relays (1A Contact)
FIG. 2
Metreau Entry Communicator (rear panel)

Wiring and Connections

Note: To avoid any damage to the electronic component, installation must be
performed in an ESD safe environment.
Note: Do not connect power to the MET-ECOM until the wiring is complete.After you
have completed the installation, consult the Using the Configuration Manager section
of the Metreau Entry Communicators Operation/Reference Guide.
Installation Guide
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Metreau Entry Communicator
• 2 Low Voltage Relays (1A contact): 2-channel single-pole
single throw relay ports with each relay being
independently controlled and supporting up to 2
independent external relay devices.
• 5.364" x 3.594" x 1.559"
(13.62 cm x 9.13 cm x 3.96 cm)
0.90 lbs (0.408 kg)
-22° to 140° F (-30° to 60° C)
• The MET-ECOM is installed in several ways:
• 4 screws for hard surface mounting
• 2 expansion clips for pressure mounting
• Using the optional Surface Mount Box
• Black MET-ECOM-BK (FG2180-01-BK)
• White MET-ECOM-WH (FG2180-01-WH)
• Polished Brass MET-ECOM-PB (FG2180-01-PB)
• Antique Brass MET-ECOM-AB (FG2180-01-AB)
• Stainless Steel MET-ECOM-SS (FG2180-01-SS)
• Brushed Pewter MET-ECOM-BP (FG2180-01-BP)
• Installation Kit (FG039-12) - includes front mount flange, 4
installation screws (#4-40 x 3.12), 2 Phoenix connectors
(female, 3.5mm) and a Ferrite clip.
• PS-POE-AF Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) power supply
(FG423-80)
• NXA-ENET24 Managed Ethernet Switch
(FG2178-60)
• NXA-ENET24PoE Managed Ethernet Switch, Power Over
Ethernet (FG2178-61)
• Conduit Box Assembly (FG039-12)
• CB-MET-ECOMS Surface Mount Box (FG039-14-S/B)
• FCC Class B
• CE
• IEC60950
• RoHS
Mounting Clip
Mounting Slots
(2 on each side)