AMX SP-16-TR Installation Manual

Overview
NOVARA KeyPads can be daisy-chained to provide up to 32 buttons in any
configuration, as well as connectivity to a NetLinx controller.
• NOVARA KeyPads feature one bi-directional RS-232 port, with accompanying
loop-through port.
• 8 and 16 button layouts are available. Each button has LED feedback.
SP-08-US
SP-08-UK
SP-08-EU
FIG. 1

NOVARA KeyPads

NOVARA KeyPads include:
NOVARA KeyPads
Name Description
SP-08-US Fits 1-gang US conduit
boxes.
8-Button
KeyPad See Mounting
Specifications for details.
SP-08-UK Fits standard 2-gang UK
conduit box sizes.
8-Button
KeyPad
SP-08-EU Fits standard 2-gang
European conduit box
8-Button
sizes.
KeyPad
SP-16-TR-US Fits 3-gang US conduit
boxes.
16-Button
KeyPad See Mounting
Specifications for details.
SP-16-TR-UK Fits standard 3-gang UK
conduit box sizes.
16-Button
KeyPad

Product Specifications

NOVARA KeyPads
Power Requirements: • SP-08: Min: 80mA / Max: 130mA @ 12 VDC
• SP-16: Min: 100mA / Max: 210mA @ 12 VDC
Button Layout: • 8 and 16 button
• Blue, backlit buttons with controllable feedback
Rear Panel Connectors: • RS-232 port, with accompanying loop-through port.
• Power connectors
RS232 Protocol: • Baud Rate: 9600
• Data Bits: 8
• Stop Bits: 1
• Parity: No Parity
Dimensions: • SP-08-US: 4.685" x 2.913" x 1.034"
(11.899 cm x 7.399 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-08-UK: 3.386" x 5.787" x 1.034"
(8.600 cm x 14.698 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-08-EU: 3.150" x 5.984" x 1.034"
(8.001 cm x 15.199 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-16-TR-US: 4.724" x 6.693" x 1.037"
(11.998 cm x 17.000 cm x 2.633 cm)
• SP-16-TR-UK: 4.331" x 9.055" x 1.037"
(11.000 cm x 22.999 cm x 2.633 cm)
Weight: • SP-08-US: 0.30 lbs (136.08 g)
• SP-08-UK/EU: 0.35 lbs (158.76 g)
• SP-16-TR-US: 0.55 lbs (249.48 g)
• SP-16-TR-UK: 0.65 lbs (294.84 g)
SP-16-TR-US
SP-16-TR-UK
Colors/FG#s
• White: FG1310-08-SW
• Black: FG1310-08-SB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-SA
• White: FG1310-08-KW
• Black: FG1310-08-KB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-KA
• White: FG1310-08-EW
• Black: FG1310-08-EB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-EA
• White: FG1310-16-SW
• Black: FG1310-16-SB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-16-SA
• White: FG1310-16-KW
• Black: FG1310-16-KB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-16-KA
NOVARA KeyPads (Cont.)
Included Accessories: • Button Kit - includes acetate sheet with 50 pre-cut
button label inserts and clear plastic Key Caps
w/ 8 Key Caps: MA1301-01
w/ 16 Key Caps: MA1301-02
• Installation Kit - includes 6-pin captive wire
connector and mounting screws (KA1310-01).
• External 12V Power Supply (57-1301-SA)
Other AMX Equipment: • 8 Button Kit (MA1301-01)
• 16 Button Kit (MA1301-02)
Certifications: • UL/IEC 60950
• FCC/CE
• RoHS compliant
Mounting Specifications
Refer to the Product Specifications table above for dimensions. Dimensional drawings
are available in the NOVARA ControlPads Operation/Reference Guide.
Minimum Internal Clearance for US Conduit Boxes
To ensure a proper fit with sufficient clearance, US-style NOVARA KeyPads require
the following minimum internal dimensions within the conduit box:
• US 1-Gang (HWD): 2.9" x 2.1" x 1.6" (7.36 cm x 5.33 cm x 4.06 cm)
• US 3-Gang (HWD): 2.9" x 5.6" x 1.6" (14.22 cm x 5.33 cm x 4.06 cm)
These minimum interior dimensions will maintain a minimum .050" (1.27 cm)
clearance around the NOVARA unit.

Wiring and Connections

KeyPads - Rear Panel Connectors
FIG. 2 shows the rear panel connectors of the NOVARA KeyPads, and indicates a
typical installation:
Power
Supply
NetLinx Master
(RS232 port)
FIG. 2
NOVARA KeyPads - Rear Panel Connectors
Note: The rear panel connector layout is identical for all NOVARA KeyPads.
RS-232 Connections
RX
TX
From KeyPad
Gnd
FIG. 3
RS232 Control - Connections

Power Supply Connector

FIG. 2 illustrates connecting the KeyPad to the included power supply.
Note: The Power Supply polarities on NOVARA KeyPad are opposite to that of other
AMX equipment.
• Connect the White strip lead to the +VE terminal on the ControlPad
• Connect the Black strip lead to the –VE terminal
Installation Guide
NOVARA
KeyPads
TX
RX
Feedback
External Controller
Gnd
To other
KeyPad