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Paradigm 7" Touchscreen User Manual Part Number: 7184M1220 Rev: C Released: 2019-12...
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Table of Contents Introduction Specifications Document Conventions Help from ETC Technical Services Overview Power and Data Connections LinkConnect NetConnect Inputs, Outputs, and Indicators Ports Buttons and Indicator LEDs ControlDesigner Software Setup Menu Setup About Screen Sound Protected Pages and Features...
Introduction Welcome to the Paradigm P-TS7 touchscreen user manual. This document applies to all P-TS7 touchscreen models including wall-mount, rack-mount, and portable units (Ethernet or LON). This document is intended specifically for instruction using the P-TS7 software for setup. For hardware installation information, reference the installation or setup guide provided with your touchscreen.
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Overview Power and Data Connections P-TS7 touchscreens are designed to connect to the Paradigm control system using either LinkConnect or NetConnect for power and data. Note: The ground connection to the wall-mount and rack-mount P-TS7 is provided through the RJ11 connection, regardless of the data connection type, LinkConnect or NetConnect.
Inputs, Outputs, and Indicators Each model of the touchscreen has an input output (I/O) panel, providing access to the USB port, SD card slot, and a selection of indicators and service pins. Indicator and service pin selections vary depending on the model of touchscreen. The portable touchscreen (P-TS7-P/PE) I/O panel is located behind an access door on the bottom of the unit.
Buttons and Indicator LEDs Each of the buttons and indicators on the touchscreen I/O panel are labeled and grouped according to its relationship and function. Example: The section labeled with “Status” include all buttons and indicators that relate specifically to the touchscreens function and features including software reset, setup menu access, and power source.
On initial power-up, with no ControlDesigner configuration installed or when the touchscreen is not bound / connected to a P-ACP, the touchscreen displays the default splash page which includes the ETC logo and two buttons; {Setup} and {Service Pin}. Setup...
“Used” and the available memory that is “Free” for use. Boot Reason the last action that caused the touchscreen to boot. Reasons for reboot could • be due to a [Reset] button press on the touchscreen I/O panel, power loss, etc. Watchdogdisplays the status of the Watchdog service. •...
Screen The Screen page provides user level settings for the touchscreen including: Backlight Level a level bar is provided to set the relative brightness of the touchscreen • backlight. By default, the level is set to full Note: When the light sensor is “On”, the Backlight Level sets the maximum level of brightness.
If pressing on the screen causes unintended results (such as the press registering elsewhere on Help from ETC the screen), contact ETC Technical Support at an office near you. Reference Technical Services page 3...
Protected Pages and Features The P-TS7 menu features passcode protected pages and features that should be accessed only by trained personnel. Typically, these pages and features are accessed only during system commissioning. Mobile App Settings located on the Comms page (see page 12 •...
(bound to) over the Paradigm control network. This page also provides secured access to the touchscreen Mobile App Settings which allow connection and use of the ETC Paradigm Touchscreen Remote App. P-ACP Name: this is the name of the P-ACP the touchscreen is connected (bound) to •...
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To configure a P-TS7 (Ethernet connected) for use with the Paradigm Touchscreen Remote App, select the {Mobile App Settings} button located on the Comms page. The Mobile App Settings page provides access to enable the touchscreen for connection via the Touchscreen Remote App, as well as sets the passcode security and port address for the connection.
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the field blank to disable the passcode requirement. • Note: A passcode may be required when connecting to the P-TS7 using the Touchscreen Remote App. Port: UDP port. The port defaults to 49044. • • Tip: When the UDP port is not default (49044), you must specify the port number with the IP address in the Touchscreen Remote App.
Config The Config page displays the project information that was provided in ControlDesigner, or it displays "Automatic Touchscreen Configuration" if the configuration was generated in LightDesigner using a standard theme. Project information can only be modified in ControlDesigner. Timed Events Passcodes Access to ...
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Note: ControlDesigner provides a page navigation action to reach a Timed Event configuration directly. ETC recommends that you use this design feature to provide access for end users who wish to edit timed events directly on the touchscreen. Adding a new event and editing an event are very similar in process.
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Add Event 1. Press the {Add} button, the “New Timed Event” wizard displays. Specify the “Start Time”. Press the default {Time of Day} button to display a list of available start times including; “Time of Day”, “Sunrise”, and “Sunset”. Select the option.
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Note: For more information regarding overrides, reference the Paradigm LightDesigner online help system or contact ETC Technical Services. To synchronize this timed event when the P-TS7 boots and connects to the Paradigm system, set "Sync at boot" to True.
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Press {Next}. Recurrence settings display. To set the timed event recurrence according to a configured holiday, select the holiday from the drop-down. Set the recurrence type from the options available in the "Recur" drop-down menu. P-TS7 User Manual...
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Example: Additional settings are provided depending on the selected recurrence type. For example, if “Weekly” is selected, the following options display: Define the recurrence completely according to the type specified. Press {Next}, and then set the Recurrence Range options. Press {Next} to set a Start Action. Setup Menu...
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Click to select actions from the available options in the drop-down menu. Notice the ability to scroll to more options using the scroll bar on the right. Depending • on the selection, more options may display for setting on the “Start Action” page. Complete the options as required.
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Passcodes Passcodes are codes that are required to access the passcode protected screens found in the P- TS7 Setup menu. By default, the Setup passcode is 3031. Passcodes are created and assigned in the ControlDesigner configuration. This page in the P-TS7 menu displays all Setup Passcodes that have been created and associated to the configuration.
If the P-TS7 is already associated with a Paradigm ACP, it will automatically begin retrieving its configuration file when powered. Some standard ETC themes are loaded for you and will display beneath the “Themes” directory. Themes can be loaded to the touchscreen using removable media.
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Saving and Loading Files To begin, you must have a compatible USB drive or SD media card (your choice) inserted into the port receptacle of the touchscreen. Select either {Config} or {Theme} (whichever file type you want to transfer). Select an action: If saving a file to removable media select the file from the list and press {Save To}.
Note: When multiple touchscreens are installed into your system, they must each have a unique IP address. For example, 10.101.15.101, 10.101.15.102, etc. Duplicate IP addresses will cause system communication problems. In Automatic Mode the touchscreen is configured to obtain an IP address and other •...
System The System page provides read only information regarding the P-TS7 hardware. This page is most helpful when troubleshooting touchscreen issues with ETC Technical Services. Note: The System page is passcode protected. You must enter the setup passcode to display the System page on this touchscreen.
Note: If a message displays advising the firmware file is not recognized on the selected removable media, check that the firmware file was saved to the root directory of the selected media, and then try the reload process again. Select the correct version of the *tfw file from the media directory. When the firmware file is finished loading, the touchscreen will reboot.