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Installation and Operation Manual
GPI 16 + G2
Sixteen Input General Purpose Interface with USB/RS-232 Serial
Manual Revised 10/2/2023
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Summary of Contents for Broadcast Tools GPI 16 + G2
- Page 1 NOTE: We recommend the use of Chrome, Firefox or Safari as your browser. Due to the dynamic nature of product design, the information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Broadcast Tools, Inc., assumes no responsibility for errors and/or omissions contained in this document. Revisions of this information or new editions may be issued to incorporate such changes.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Table of Contents Section Title ........Page # Introduction . -
Page 3: Introduction
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual INTRODUCTION CAUTION! Thank you for your purchase of a Broadcast Tools® GPI-16 + G2, sixteen input gen- eral purpose interface (referred to as the GPI-16 + G2 throughout this manual). Broadcast Tools®... -
Page 4: Product Overview
The GPI-16 + G2 interfaces 16 general purpose logic inputs to users PC COM or USB port. The user may select from two pre-programmed serial formats; the “PIP” GPI trigger format which is used on most Broadcast Tools audio switchers, or the legacy AT-1616 format. Additional features include; Plug-in euroblock screw termi- nals;... -
Page 5: Installation
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Installation CAUTION! Power Broadcast Tools RFI Connect the 2.1mm barrel type center positive power connector into the unit and the and surge suppression 9 VDC power supply with IEC inlet into a 120 Vac 50-60 Hz power source. -
Page 6: Rs-232 Serial Connector (Rj-11)
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual RS-232 Serial Connector: This RJ-11 port is used to connect the GPI-16 + G2 to a computer’s COM port for RS-232 serial operation using the included reverse modular cable with 9-pin “S9”... -
Page 7: Configuration
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Configuration The GPI-16 + G2 can be connected to your computer by one of two interfaces; USB, or RS-232 serial. Below are connection and configuration instructions for each interface. NOTE: Step by step “COM” port HyperTerminal setup instructions are avail- able on-line at www.broadcasttools.com under “Downloads”. -
Page 8: Configuration Commands
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Configuration Commands If you plan on using the default settings disregard this page of the manual. If you require changes to the default settings, follow the steps below to configure the GPI- 16 + G2 from your computer. -
Page 9: Operation
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Operation Command Formats The GPI-16 + G2 may be configured to use either the PIP or AT1616 (input only) serial format. The PIP serial format (default) is listed below and requires the use of the unit ID to request input status (polling) or with a unit ID of zero (non-polling) the GPI-16 + G2 will send a serial status string each time an input changes state. -
Page 10: At1616 Information Retrieval Commands
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual AT1616 Information Retrieval Commands In AT1616 format mode the GPI-16 + G2 sends a response string in AT1616 format each time an input changes state. In AT1616 format mode the unit ID is setting is ignored and the baud rate is fixed at 9600. -
Page 11: Specifications
GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual Specifications: GPI Inputs The sixteen general purpose inputs activated either by pulling the input to ground or releasing the input to a high state. A valid input must be greater than 15ms in duration. -
Page 12: Warranty
If Broadcast Tools is notified, in writing, of a failure of any item manufactured by Broadcast Tools to conform to the foregoing Limited Warranty within one (1) year following the date of the Buyer’s acquisition of the item, and if the item is returned to Broadcast Tools in accordance with Broadcast Tools’... -
Page 13: Appendix
GPI-16 + G2 Product_Name Installation and Operation Manual Sixteen-input status/logic input module Functional Diagram Input Latches, LED Drivers, RFI Filters & Pull-ups PWR/HB Control The 16 status / logic inputs may Processor be activated either by pulling the input to ground or releasing the input to a high state. - Page 14 Product_Name Installation and Operation Manual GPI-16 + + G2 Component Layo RS-232 Power/ Configuration Serial Port Heartbeat Input Select LEDs DIP Switches 13-16 9-12 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 The 16 status/logic inputs may be activated either by putting the input to ground or releasing the input to a higher state.
- Page 15 GPI 16 + G2 Installation and Operation Manual GPI 16 + G2 Options RS-232 INPUTS 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 GND GND Chs Gnd PWR 9-12VDC APPENDIX e-mail: voice: fax: support@broadcasttools.com 360.854.9559 866.783.1742...
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