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Key Digital KD-WP8 Setup And Programming Manual

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Rev 1.2 – March. 2021
8 Button Web UI Programmable IP Control Wall Plate
™
Keypad with PoE for KDPlug & Present
, Compass
®
Control
Pro, and Third-Party Systems via Open API
Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com
rd
521 East 3
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  • Page 1 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 8 Button Web UI Programmable IP Control Wall Plate ™ Keypad with PoE for KDPlug & Present , Compass ® Control Pro, and Third-Party Systems via Open API Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Table of Contents ABOUT KD-WP8 ................................3 APPLICATION DIAGRAMS ..............................4 QUICK SETUP GUIDE ............................... 6 • BUTTON CAPS ..............................6 • CONNECT ................................7 • CONFIGURE ................................. 8 • COMMON BUTTON & EVENT EXAMPLES ......................24 •...

  • Page 3: About Kd-Wp8

    ® Key Digital KD-WP8 is an eight-button IP control keypad that fits into a single-gang wall box and is PoE powered. KD-WP8 is easily programmed via web GUI to send commands over the network to IP controlled devices and may be used with Key Digital Master Controllers to control IR, RS-232 and voltage relay devices.

  • Page 4: Application Diagrams

    IP Device Control - For IP Control, KD-WP8 sends commands directly to the devices via the network. No Master Controller necessary. IP, IR, RS, Relay Control - For IP Control, KD-WP8 sends commands directly to the devices via the network. For IR, RS-232, and Relay control, KD-WP8 sends command string and burst info to KD Master Controller.
  • Page 5 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 No network switch Required - KD-WP8 is powered by PoE Injector with connectivity to Master Controller. For IR, RS-232, and Relay control, KD-WP8 sends command string and burst info to KD Master Controller. Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com...

  • Page 6: Quick Setup Guide

    IMPORTANT: Tab and slot must be oriented on Left and Right sides of button. 4. Place button onto desired space on KD-WP8 with light downward pressure until button clicks into place. a. Ensure the button placement corresponds with button numbering (1-8) as programmed.

  • Page 7: Connect

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Connect 1. Connect KD-WP8 to PoE providing network switch or PoE injector. 2. Connect USB cable from service port into programming PC. This will be used for initial setup of desired IP address. 3. If controlling IR, RS-232 or voltage relay devices, add KD-CX800, KD-MC1000, or KD AVoIP Encoders/Decoders with built-in Master Controller functionality to network.

  • Page 8: Configure

    USB cable. b. Select YES, when asked if your device is a Master Controller. c. (1) select the KD-WP8, (2) enter the desired IP settings, (3) press SAVE disc to update settings, and wait for unit to reboot. d. Repeat above steps to set IP address of master controller if you will be using one.
  • Page 9 Connect to KD-WP8 via LAN with web UI. a. Open web browser and type in the IP address of the KD-WP8 as set in step 1 or use default IP address 192.168.1.239 if you did not adjust the IP address.
  • Page 10 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 3. Set Device Info. a. Device Name is displayed on the virtual keypad and is useful if multiple KD-WP8s are on the network. b. Admin Password used for accessing web UI. c. User Password set for accessing Virtual Keypad. d.
  • Page 11 Note: Configuration Step 1 uses KDMS Pro software for applying desired IP settings for ease of connecting via USB. Once your computer is on the same network with KD-WP8 it is typically easiest to do all device settings and programming using web UI.
  • Page 12 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 5. (Optional) Import Project is used when loading a completed project file where multiple identical / similar systems are installed. Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...
  • Page 13 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 6. Apply Button Settings for each button. See figure 6 for Button Settings and options for each. a. Button Name: Displayed in the virtual keypad and helps the Programmer keep button events organized. i. Max 9 alpha-numeric characters supported (incl space). b.
  • Page 14 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 6: Button Settings If Toggle is selected: If Hold for Send is selected: If Hold for Repeat is selected: Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...
  • Page 15 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 7. Program Events (aka Commands) for each button. NOTE: Many device commands can be found in the IR, RS232 or IP Device Database manager software downloaded HERE. Please refer to the owner’s manual or API document of the controlled device for command info if not.
  • Page 16 5) IR KD-MC1000 sends IR command info to KD-MC1000 master controller at the specified IP address and port number and selected I/O port. The IR command can be pasted from any Pronto Hex document or from Key Digital’s IR Manager. See figure 7c5.
  • Page 17 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 d. (Optional) If needed, you may refresh the settings from the active project in keypad. e. (Optional) You may move the current selected event up or down within the programming sequence. You may insert a new event or delete the selected event. Note that 10 events are maximum per button action.
  • Page 18 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 7c1: LED Addition Event example and options. Figure 7c2: IP Command Event example and options. Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...
  • Page 19 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 7c3: Delay Addition Event example and options. Figure 7c4: IR KD-CX/922 Event example and options. IR Data is pasted from a Pronto Hex Sheet. See figure 7c4b Figure 7c4b: Example Pronto Hex IR sheet collected from mfr.
  • Page 20 IR Data is pasted from a Key Digital IR Device Database. See figure 7c5b. Figure 7c5b: Browsing Key Digital’s IR Database Manager for the command data used in above example. Identifying the device, IR frequency, and IR Command Burst Data.
  • Page 21 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 7c6: RS232 KD-CX/922 Event example and options. RS232 Data is pasted from a Key Digital RS Device Database. See figure 7c6b Figure 7c6b: Browsing Key Digital’s RS232 Database Manager for the command data used in the above example.
  • Page 22 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 7c7: RS232 KD-MC1000 Event example and options. Figure 7c7b: Example RS232 command info collected from Owner’s Manual of the controlled device. For HEX data type, KD- WP8 requires each byte to be separated by a comma, without any spaces between byte.
  • Page 23 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Figure 7c8: Relay KD-MC1000 Event example and options. Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...

  • Page 24: Common Button & Event Examples

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Common Button & Event Examples Example 1: Toggle Button. The Button must first be configured as a Toggle button type in the button configuration step. Unique events may be programmed on the First and Second Button Actions. Street Mt.
  • Page 25 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Example 2: Hold for Repeat. The Button must first be configured for the Hold for Repeat Event and the hold time must be specified in the button configuration step. With Same as Press applied, there is no need to program the repeated event. If unique repeated events are required, de-select Same as Press checkbox and program the Press and Hold for Repeat button actions individually.
  • Page 26 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Example 3: Hold for Send. The Button must first be configured for the Hold for Send Event and the hold time must be specified in the button configuration step. In this example, the user must hold the button for 3.0 seconds before the Hold for Send event is executed.
  • Page 27 Press Export Project to export a.kwp project file for backup on your computer so that it may be used for loading into another KD-WP8. b. Press Load to Keypad to load the programmed file into the KD-WP8. After successful project load and connectivity of your controlled device(s) and (optional) Key Digital Master Controllers, you may now use KD-WP8! Street Mt.
  • Page 28 9. Virtual Keypad (Pro) The Pro Virtual Keypad offers allows complete control as if you were physically pressing the KD-WP8 buttons. In addition to two-way buttons, the Pro Virtual Keypad also provides a log of executed events. All LED feedback in the Virtual Keypad is identical to the physical keypad.
  • Page 29 Consult with Key Digital Technical Support before updating. Hard-wired network connection is recommended. a. Download latest firmware file from the Key Digital website, press Browse File button to choose the saved file. A success message provides information about the new firmware version number and release date.

  • Page 30: Control

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Control IP Device Control - For IP Control, KD-WP8 sends commands directly to the devices via the network. No Master Controller necessary. • Ensure that the KD-WP8 is on the same network with the device you are controlling via IP.
  • Page 31 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 IR, RS, Relay Control - For IR, RS-232, and Relay control, KD-WP8 sends command string and burst info to KD Master Controller. • Ensure KD-WP8 is on the same network as the KD Master Controller and the devices have been configured with unique IP addresses.

  • Page 32: Installation In Gang Box

    2. Connect network cable from PoE network switch or PoE injector into KD-WP8 LAN (POE) port. 3. Insert KD-WP8 into the gang box, ensure it is right-side-up by confirming with the wording “TOP” printed on keypad. Then, fasten by using the long mounting screws.

  • Page 33: User Virtual Keypad

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 User Virtual Keypad The Virtual Keypad allows complete control as if you were physically pressing the KD-WP8 buttons. The virtual keypad buttons display keypad & button naming, and blinks according to the LED indicator table for a two-way feedback identical to the physical keypad.
  • Page 34 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 c. A simplified end-user GUI for the virtual keypad is shown after login. (1) Device name and (2) Button names are displayed. d. When the keypad is active (connected), the background color is light blue. e.

  • Page 35: Led Indicator Table

    Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 LED Indicator Table Status Description Image Bootup LEDs circle Blue 5 times. (Normal mode) After finishing bootup, all LEDs flash Blue twice quickly. Note: Bootup takes approx 10 seconds. Bootup LEDs circle 2 times. (Bootloader mode) After finishing bootup, All LEDs flash twice quickly.
  • Page 36 Event Execute Failure When a button is pressed on a Keypad with project loaded, that button LED will blink Red twice if KD-WP8 cannot reach the controlled device. The problem may be caused by an incorrect IP address or IP Port, or that the controlled device has disconnected from the network.

  • Page 37: Tcp/Ip Open Api

    Carriage Return required at end of each string. o Commands are case-sensitive. o After a new command is received, a return message should be sent from KD-WP8. o KDWPxPR\r is the most commonly used command, executing the Press & Release events from a single command.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    • Packaging Weight: 1.5 lbs / 0.68kg Warranty Information All Key Digital® products are built to high manufacturing standards and should provide years of trouble-free operation. They are backed by a Key Digital Limited 3 Year Product Warranty Policy. http://www.keydigital.com/warranty.htm Product Warnings &...
  • Page 39 Exposure to rain or moisture Power Supply Use: You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit or you VOID the Key Digital® Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment. Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com...
  • Page 40 Rev 1.2 – March. 2021 Street Mt. Vernon, NY 10553 • www.keydigital.com 521 East 3...

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