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- Page 1 Product Manual FeatherTouch 6 Panel Ver. 4.3 September 1, 2004 17630 Davenport Rd, Suite113 Dallas, TX 75252 USA Tel: 972.931.2728 888.972.2728 Fax: 972.931-2765 Web: www.crwww.com www.contemporaryresearch.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Overview... 3 FT6 Specifications ... 4 Physical ...4 Connections ...4 User Interface...4 Panel Wiring ... 5 FT6 Panel Wiring ...5 RS-232 Device Control Protocol ... 6 Overview ...6 General protocol specifications ...6 Command String Structure ...6 RS-232 FT6 Commands... 7 Safety Instructions ... -
Page 3: Overview
LEDs • Shows source and information text on 8-character LED display • Integrates with custom control systems 2-way RS-232 communication • Accepts 12-24 VDC, can be remotely powered by most custom control system’s data/power networks Contemporary Research Corporation ICC-STA/FT6... -
Page 4: Ft6 Specifications
Pin 7 = COM Pin 8 = Right Pin 9 = Left User Interface Buttons: Six, backlit by two dual-color LEDs, color indicates status Options include amber/green or red/green LEDs Custom-engraved keycaps LED Display: 8-character alphanumeric amber LED display Contemporary Research Corporation ICC-STA/FT6... -
Page 5: Panel Wiring
The connection cable for the FT6 includes RS-232, DC power, and stereo headphone audio (optional). Pin 1 Chassis GND is connected to the metal bezel of the FT6 and should be tied to Earth or Airframe GND, or left unconnected. -
Page 6: Rs-232 Device Control Protocol
ICC-STA whenever a valid command for that group is received from the iC-Net bus, the RS-232 ports (Terminal or Control port), or the FT6 panel. In addition, both strings are sent when the units power up. Communications settings are fixed at 1200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. -
Page 7: Rs-232 Ft6 Commands
CMD Function Description Note that FT6 buttons are always backlit—the button state sets color of LED. Typically, a green LED indicates on, while yellow is used for off. Other colors are available, and the color “polarity” can be switched via programming. -
Page 8: Read Before Operating Equipment
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as possible. Contemporary Research Corporation ICC-STA/FT6... -
Page 9: Limited Warranty And Disclaimer
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Contemporary Research Corporation (CR) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two years from the date of purchase from CR. Should such a defect occur CR will repair or replace, at their option, the defective product at no cost for parts or labor.
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