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AMX DAS-M-0404 Operation/Reference Manual

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DAS-M(I)0404/6/8 4 Source, 4/6/8 Zone Controller
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  • Page 1 Operation/Reference Guide Mi Series Distributed Audio Controllers DAS-M(I)0404/6/8 4 Source, 4/6/8 Zone Controller DAS-M(I)0604/6/8 6 Source, 4/6/8 Zone Controller DAS-M(I)0804/6/8 8 Source, 4/6/8 Zone Controller D i s t r i b u t e d A u d i o L a s t R e v i s e d : 6 / 0 2 / 2 0 0 8...
  • Page 2 AMX is not responsible for products returned without a valid RMA number. AMX is not liable for any damages caused by its products or for the failure of its products to perform. This includes any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential damages.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Mi Series Audio Controllers...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............a Mi Series Audio Controllers ................1 Overview ........................1 Product Specifications..................... 2 Mi Series Features......................3 Source Components....................3 IR Emitters........................4 Keypad Controls ......................4 DAS-IRRX-SWT Stealth IR Receiver ................. 5 IR Remote Controls....................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Using Four Conductor Speaker Wire ................14 Using a Zone Expander ....................14 Special Wiring Configurations................. 15 Auxiliary Amplifier Configuration .................. 15 Remote Amplifier Configuration ................... 16 2 Wire Configurations – Keypad for Control Only............16 Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 1) One Keypad........17 Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 2) Two Keypads ........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Selecting AM/FM ......................34 Selecting Stereo/Mono ....................34 Seeking ......................... 34 Setting Presets ......................35 System Setup - Clock Setup Mode screen .............. 35 Setting System Time ..................... 35 Setting System Date ..................... 36 Setting the Day of the week ..................36 Viewing Alarms ......................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Direct Numeric Access - CD Player/Changer ..............47 Direct Numeric Access - Satellite Radio/Video .............. 47 Direct Numeric Access – Digital Cable Music ..............47 Direct Tuning ......................48 Matrix On-Board TUNER – (STATION) + (ENTER)............48 Setting and Recalling Presets .................
  • Page 9 RS-232 Controller Command Messages ..............67 Tango Audio Controller Status Messages .............. 73 Source Command Codes..................79 Sirius Status Codes ....................80 AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications ............81 Port Mapping......................81 Channels ......................... 81 Levels........................83 Command Control ....................83 Command Feedback ....................
  • Page 10 Table of Contents LED Does Not light ....................... 90 Source Connections....................... 91 No Keypad Activity (At All) ..................91 Keypad Lights, No Sound ..................92 Programming ......................92 Mi Series Audio Controllers...

  • Page 11: Mi Series Audio Controllers

    Mi Series Audio Controllers Mi Series Audio Controllers Overview The Mi Series Audio Controller allows centralized control of common audio equipment for up to 8 independently controlled music zones per Controller. Each Mi Series Controller is capable of controlling the source via keypad, RS-232, IP address (Ethernet Module), SWT Speakers (equipped with IR receivers), or the DAS-IRRX-SWT Stealth IR receiver used with the (optional) DAS-MRC IR remote control.

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    Mi Series Audio Controllers Product Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for the Mi Series Controllers. Unless otherwise noted, these specifications apply to Mi Series 4, 6 and 8 Controllers. Mi Series Product Specifications Models Available: Mi Series 4 Audio Controllers •...

  • Page 13: Mi Series Features

    Mi Series Audio Controllers Mi Series Product Specifications (Cont.) • Zone Outputs Connections for up to 8 zone outputs that connect to the keypads. • Expansion Port RJ 11 Port connects main Controller with Zone Expanders. Available Colors: Black, Silver Dimensions (HWD): •...

  • Page 14: Ir Emitters

    Mi Series Audio Controllers The Mi Series Controller is capable of learning IR commands from the audio components remote control, allowing you to assign commands such as Channel Up or Down to keys on the system keypads. Just as a radio is incapable of playing two different stations at the same time, if multiple zones are listening to the same source, they will be listening to the same music.

  • Page 15: Das-Irrx-Swt Stealth Ir Receiver

    Mi Series Audio Controllers DAS-IRRX-SWT Stealth IR Receiver In addition to the Keypad selection, the system can be designed to include the DAS-IRRX-SWT Stealth IR Receiver (FIG. 4), which provides zone or room control in conjunction with or in lieu of the DAS- KP-4e-G, DAS-KP-6e-G or DAS-KP-LCD Keypad.

  • Page 16: Ir Remote Controls

    Mi Series Audio Controllers IR Remote Controls The IR remote controls that are supplied by the manufacturer of the audio source equipment are used for programming the Controller. However, the IR receiver on the DAS-KP-4e-G, DAS-KP-6e-G, DAS-KP- LCD, and the DAS-IRRX-SWT user interfaces will not pass through IR commands issued by the audio source remotes.

  • Page 17: Mi Series Audio Zone Expanders

    The reliability and simplicity of this system has been proven for years. AMX Matrix Audio is the only company that offers a “retrofit solution”, one which allows the replacement of volume controls with AMX Matrix Audio keypads and Controllers, giving full control over the sources.
  • Page 18 Mi Series Audio Controllers Mi Series Audio Controllers...

  • Page 19: Wiring And Connections

    See the Multiple Keypads in Zone section on page 18 for details. Note to Professional Installers AMX always recommends professional installation for our products. As with any entertainment product in a home or commercial application, a Matrix Distributed Audio system installation will go much faster and more smoothly if job plans are completed prior to the actual installation.

  • Page 20: Cable Type

    The Mi Series Controller is cabled using standard 4-conductor speaker cable originating at the MRC passing through the Keypad and terminating at the speaker location. AMX generally recommends using a bundled 4 conductor 16 gauge stranded copper wire in a single continuous run.

  • Page 21: Considerations For Existing Construction

    Wiring and Connections Considerations for Existing Construction For existing construction, successful implementation can be achieved by using retrofit electrical boxes that do not require stud mounting or metal electrical frames which are commonly used for telephone and cable installations. These “afterthought” low voltage electrical boxes can be placed in a standard opening in the wall.

  • Page 22: Outdoor Keypads

    Keypads installed outside must be inside a weatherproof box with a cover that seals out moisture. Keypads returned to AMX for repair that are found to be corroded will not be covered under the AMX Warranty.

  • Page 23: Rs-232 Cable

    Invalid commands are responded to with “ERROR” A complete listing of the RS-232 commands for the Mi Series Controller is available for download via the InConcert section of the www.amx.com website (search "Manufacturers" for "AMX Matrix"). Mi Series Audio Controllers...

  • Page 24: Using Four Conductor Speaker Wire

    Wiring and Connections Using Four Conductor Speaker Wire IR OUT LINE IN Mi Series Controller Shared 4-conductor keypad/speaker wire FIG. 2 System Integration Drawing Using Four Conductor Speaker Wire Using a Zone Expander IR OUT LINE IN Zones 1-8 Mi Series Controller LINE IN RJ11...

  • Page 25: Special Wiring Configurations

    Wiring and Connections Special Wiring Configurations Auxiliary Amplifier Configuration In some cases you may require more power for a given zone than the Mi Series Controller, or Carbon XA can provide. You may purchase a DAS-LLC to provide a line level output to incorporate a larger external amplifier, or you can make your own line level converter.

  • Page 26: Remote Amplifier Configuration

    Wiring and Connections Remote Amplifier Configuration In some cases, especially where the distance between the Mi Series Controller and the zone is unusually long, such as another building on the property i.e. cottage-to-boathouse for example, it is sometimes desirable to have a remote amplifier at the zone end. You may install a DAS-LLC to accomplish this task or you may build your own.

  • Page 27: Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 1) One Keypad

    Wiring and Connections Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 1) One Keypad In cases of split zones where more than one set of speakers are driven from the same Keypad (such as a Reading nook off of the master bedroom) it is sometimes desirable to place a volume control in the split zone.

  • Page 28: Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 2) Two Keypads

    Wiring and Connections Split Zone / Analog Volume Control (Option 2) Two Keypads In this case, two keypads are shown (FIG. 8). Please note this does not truly split the zone, but provides controls in two areas of the same zone. If one Keypad selects a different source or changes the volume, the change in source and volume will in both of the common zone changes.

  • Page 29: Connecting Matrix Keypads

    Wiring and Connections Connecting Matrix Keypads Wire Color Schemes It’s not particularly important to denote any one color as any one particular conductor. What is, however, of critical importance is consistency in your wiring scheme with respect to which color goes into which position.

  • Page 30: Connecting Matrix In-Ceiling Speakers

    Wiring and Connections FIG. 11 Installation into the Wall Cavity Connecting Matrix In-Ceiling Speakers Overview - Speaker Wire Technology (SWT) Speaker Wire Technology (SWT) allows both data and audio signals to travel over the same four conductor wire. This is the same four conductors that you would run (or is run) in your home wiring installation for a standard speaker and volume control installation.

  • Page 31: Wiring Method A

    Wiring and Connections FIG. 12 shows the three main types of Matrix speakers (C Series, C-DT Series and EL Series): C Series C-DT Series EL Series FIG. 12 Matrix In-Ceiling Speakers Wiring Method A In the configuration illustrated in FIG. 13, all four wires are run to the active speaker (shown Left) and then the second speaker (shown Right) connects to the first with 2 wires (+ and -).

  • Page 32: Method B (Retrofit)

    Wiring and Connections Method B (Retrofit) In the configuration illustrated in FIG. 14 (typical in retrofit applications where wiring is in place), each speaker has a 2 wire feed and a “4 wire bridge” connection must be installed between the two so that the active (4 terminal) speaker can receive a full 4 wire input (using 2 of the 4 wires) and then bring audio back to the second speaker through the remaining 2 wires.

  • Page 33: Programming

    Programming Programming Overview Programming and IR Capture take place on the front panel of the Mi Series Controller. Setting such as Favorites, Grouping, Bass, and Treble, Balance, SRS, Alarm, and Lockout functions are programmed from within any zone using the zones interface. (i.e. Keypad) We suggest you read this section carefully in its entirety before starting to program the Mi Series Controller.

  • Page 34: Programming The Mi Series Controller

    Programming observation. You may need to modify your programming technique on a remote-by-remote basis. Some remotes may need to be closer to or further away from the receiver. Some may program better with quick key presses and some with long key presses. Some may require a change in distance and angle between the remote and the Mi Series Controller.

  • Page 35: System Setup Mode Screen

    Programming Options on the Main Menu screen include: Setup - Accesses the System Setup Mode screen Backlight - Accesses the Backlight Options screen About - Accesses the About screen Exit - Exits the Main Menu System Setup Mode screen Select Setup from the Main Menu screen to access the System Setup Mode screen (FIG. 3): Exits this screen To the Clock screens To the Tuner screens...

  • Page 36: Mrc Setup Mode Options Screen

    Programming Exits this screen To the About screens To the Backlight screens To the MRC Setup Mode screens FIG. 4 MRC Setup Mode screen options About - Accesses the About screen, which displays the firmware version of the Controller, Zone Expanders and all connected keypads. Exit - returns to the previous screen.
  • Page 37 Programming FIG. 6 Program Mode (Select a Source) FIG. 7 MRC Setup Mode - Select Source # Type If the Source Type has not been previously selected, “Select Source Type” is displayed. [Quit] returns to the previous screen. Click “Next Type” to scroll through the following available Source Types: Select Source Type TUNER (Tuner) CD (CD)
  • Page 38 Programming Learn IR by Source Type Source Type Learn IR commands Nav. Button Functions & Result CD (CD) POWER ON Nav. UP = Next Track POWER OFF Nav. DOWN = Previous Track PLAY Nav LEFT = Previous DISC PAUSE Nav. RIGHT = Next DISC TRACK + (kp UP) TRACK –...
  • Page 39 Programming Learn IR by Source Type Source Type Learn IR commands Nav. Button Functions & Result AUDIO POWER ON Nav. UP = next (Audio Server) POWER OFF Nav. DOWN = previous PLAY Nav LEFT = previous Page PAUSE Nav. RIGHT = next Page NEXT (kp UP) PREV (kp DOWN)

  • Page 40: Learn Ir Commands

    Programming Learn IR Commands 1. Select Learn IR on the Select Source # Type screen (FIG. 7) to access the Learn IR screen (FIG. 8), with the first IR to be learned for the selected Source Type: Status of IR Returns to the Select Source # Type scree Clears the current IR code Next IR code...

  • Page 41: Setting Gain/Attenuation

    Programming IR not taught – Error Code # (command was not received, was incomplete or could not be learned) IR OK – 99 percent sure (More than 2 commands were received) IR OK – 75 percent sure (2 commands were received) IR OK –...

  • Page 42: Adjusting Output Gain

    Programming FIG. 12 Set Input Attenuation for Source # screen 4. Select Increase and Decrease to adjust the input attenuation for the selected device. Increasing attenuation will have the effect of dropping the sound level, while decreasing the attenuation will raise the sound level. Input Attenuation can be adjusted in increments of 3dB as follows: 0, -3, -6, -9, -12.

  • Page 43: Paging

    Programming Paging Select Paging from the MRC Setup Mode Options screen (FIG. 5) to access the MRC Paging Mode screen (FIG. 10). FIG. 16 MRC Paging Mode screen The options on the MRC Paging Mode screen (Page Volume, Room Control) allow you to set the page volume and specify which rooms/zones should be paged.

  • Page 44: System Setup - Tuner Setup Mode Screen

    Programming System Setup - Tuner Setup Mode screen When Tuner modules are installed (up to two tuner modules are available per Controller), they are dynamically detected and displayed on the System Setup Mode screen. “Tuner” will only be displayed if a tuner module(s) is detected on board the Controller. Select Tuner from the System Setup Mode screen (FIG.

  • Page 45: Setting Presets

    Programming Setting Presets Once a desired station is tuned, select Preset on the Tuner (#) Options screen (FIG. 20) to save the station as a preset. This selection invokes the Select Which Preset To Save screen (FIG. 21): FIG. 21 Select Which Preset To Set screen Select a Preset (1-10) to associate with the currently tuned station.

  • Page 46: Setting System Date

    Programming Setting System Date 1. In the Clock Setup screen (FIG. 23), select MM (month) by using the Navigation buttons (<< / >>) on the front of the Controller. An arrow is displayed in front of MM. 2. Using the UP/DOWN Navigation buttons, increase/ decrease the month. 3.

  • Page 47: Backlight Options Screen

    Programming Backlight Options screen Select Backlight from the Main Menu screen to access the Backlight Options screen (FIG. 26). Use the Backlight options to control when, and how bright the backlight will appear on the Controller’s LCD screen. Return to the Main Menu screen To the Backlight Modes screen To the Backlight Intensity screen FIG.

  • Page 48: About Options Screen

    Programming Return to the previous screen Select an mode setting FIG. 28 Backlight Mode options screen Always Off: backlight remains off at all times, even when accessing the Setup/Programming Menus. When you return to this screen, the option chosen will appear in brackets. To exit the screen, select Quit.

  • Page 49: Program Lcd Kp

    Programming FIG. 31 About - Make a Selection 3. Select MRC to view the software version of the Main Controller and keypads. The following screen is displayed (FIG. 32): FIG. 32 About MRC # Select Quit to return to the About screen, where another unit can be selected. Select Main Keypads to view the software version of the Main Keypads.
  • Page 50 Programming Mi Series Audio Controllers...

  • Page 51: Basic Keypad Functions

    Basic Keypad Functions Basic Keypad Functions Source Selection The Source Selection Key is different than the other function keys. It provides control of the Source On/ Off, System On/Off and Play/Pause. It also provides access to the “Favorite” source selection for the zone.

  • Page 52: Treble Mode

    Basic Keypad Functions Treble Mode Treble Mode is the second action in the setup sequence. The source indicator lights will now rotate in a clockwise direction indicating Treble Setup Mode. Treble Mode operates in the same manner as the bass mode.

  • Page 53: Source Keypads (Das-Kp-4E-G, Das-Kp-6E-G)

    Basic Keypad Functions Source Keypads (DAS-KP-4e-G, DAS-KP-6e-G) Volume Control Volume Control buttons DAS-KP-4e-G DAS-KP-6e-G FIG. 1 Source Keypads (DAS-KP-4e-G, DAS-KP-6e-G) - Volume Controls Stepped Volume UP - Press & release VOL UP button Stepped Volume DOWN - Press & release VOL DOWN button Rolling Volume UP - Press &...

  • Page 54: Tone Control Mode (Bass, Treble, Balance & Srs)

    Basic Keypad Functions DEVICE Navigation Buttons DOWN LEFT RIGHT CENTER press & hold CENTER AM/FM Tuner seek up seek down previous next preset am/fm stereo/mono (External) preset AUDIO next previous prev. page next page select user defined 1 SERVER CD PLAYER/ next previous previous disc...

  • Page 55: Treble Control Mode

    Basic Keypad Functions TREBLE control mode (Source LED’s will light in a clockwise motion) NAV button Action Increases TREBLE (1dB increment to max. +10dB) DOWN: Decreases TREBLE (1dB increment to max. -10dB) LEFT: Adjusts BALANCE, and distributes audio to LEFT RIGHT: Adjusts BALANCE, and distributes audio to RIGHT CENTER:...

  • Page 56: Privacy Feature

    Basic Keypad Functions Privacy Feature When the privacy feature is engaged, the room/zone cannot be paged, apart from this, the room/zone will function normally. To use the privacy feature in a specific zone, the Keypad must be OFF (no sources selected) NAV button Action DOWN: LEFT:...

  • Page 57: Advanced Keypad Controls

    Advanced Keypad Controls Advanced Keypad Controls Overview These functions are associated with the DAS-KP-NUM-G Numeric Keypad, and are labeled 0 through 9 plus the “Star or Dot” and “Enter” button. This Keypad allows for the use or programming of the Favorites Mode, Grouping Mode, Direct Access Tuning, Alarm Settings and Lockout Functions.

  • Page 58: Direct Tuning

    Advanced Keypad Controls Example: DCM+ ENTER 405 + ENTER = Channel 405. 328 + ENTER = Channel 328. Direct Tuning The Numeric Keypad is used in conjunction with the DAS-KP-4e-G, DAS-KP-6e-G, or DAS-KP-LCD Keypads to provide enhanced functionality, such as: Direct Numeric Access Setting and Recalling Presets Zone Grouping...

  • Page 59: To Create A Preset

    Advanced Keypad Controls To Create a Preset 1. Select the source 2. Direct Tune to the station of choice (enter station # + ENTER) 3. Select the “dot/asterisk” key 4. Key in the Preset Number (1 – 10) 5. Press & Hold ENTER Examples: 1.

  • Page 60: Zone Grouping (Buttons 1 & 2)

    Advanced Keypad Controls Zone Grouping (Buttons 1 & 2) This feature is specifically designed to accommodate a situation where it is desirable to link a combination of rooms (zones) to a common source. For example when hosting a party and you wish to have the common areas all linked to the same audio source.

  • Page 61: Un-Group All Zones

    Advanced Keypad Controls Un-group All Zones 1. Press buttons 1 & 2 simultaneously (source LED’s will turn ON). 2. Key in “00”. 3. Press ENTER (source LED’s turn OFF). Example: Press 1&2 + 00 + ENTER - NO group active. Group Volume Control To bring all zones to the same volume level (after individual zone adjustments have been made), enter Zone Grouping mode (Buttons 1&2) and decrease the volume to 0db, then increase the volume to...

  • Page 62: Creating A Favorite For A Specific Source

    Advanced Keypad Controls Favorites can only be set for Sources that utilize “Direct Access” functionality. Creating a Favorite for a Specific Source 1. Select Source. 2. Key in a direct entry string. 3. Press buttons 3&4 simultaneously (LED’s will turn ON). 4.

  • Page 63: Alarm Settings (Buttons 5 & 6)

    Advanced Keypad Controls Alarm Settings (Buttons 5 & 6) Alarm Clock - Overview In order to use the Alarm feature, a System Time must first be entered on the Main Controller, via the Front LCD (see below). Then, from each keypad for which alarm clock functionality is required, the user can select a Source, adjust the volume and set the alarm time (using the 24HR clock).

  • Page 64: Set Alarm Time (From Each Keypad)

    Advanced Keypad Controls Set Alarm Time (from each Keypad) 1. Select Source & adjust the Volume to desired level. 2. Press buttons 5 & 6 simultaneously (source LED is turn ON). Alarm Settings buttons FIG. 4 Alarm Settings Buttons (Buttons 5 & 6) 3.

  • Page 65: Keypad Lockout (Buttons 7 & 8)

    Advanced Keypad Controls Keypad Lockout (Buttons 7 & 8) If the user wants to lockout a Keypad’s ability to control the system, it can be setup from any Keypad in any zone that has a DAS-KP-NUM-G Keypad installed. Keypad Lockout buttons FIG.

  • Page 66: Unlock A Specific Keypad

    Advanced Keypad Controls Unlock a Specific Keypad Using the Keypad that originally locked out the Keypad: 1. Press buttons 7 & 8 simultaneously (source LED’s turn ON). 2. Enter the room/zone # to UNLOCK. 3. Press & hold ENTER (source LED’s turn OFF). Examples: Press 7&8 + 2 + ENTER - Keypad in zone #2 will be locked.

  • Page 67: Using Das-Kp Lcd-G/W Keypads

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Overview Matrix DAS-KP LCD keypads have a unique, touch-sensitive LCD panel that has 12 individual “grids” (also called “touch fields”) that become different command buttons depending on what source and previous command was selected (FIG. 1). It’s really the best of a DAS-KP-4e-G /-6e-G and DAS-KP-NUM-G keypad all in a single unit, yet with even more customizable features as well as visual user feedback.

  • Page 68: Customizing Lcd Keypad Labels

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads FIG. 2 Touch Panel Keypad - 12 Touch Fields Customizing LCD Keypad Labels Customization of labels displayed on the LCD keypad is done via the Setup menu on the front of the Controller. Both Source labels and Source Control labels can be customized (FIG. 3). Source Labels Source Control Labels...

  • Page 69: Customizing Source Command Labels

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads FIG. 4 Press the SELECT button on the front of the Matrix Controller 2. From the menu displayed, select SETUP / MRC / PROGRAM. 3. Select the source # of which you wish to customize the source name. The default Source name will be displayed.

  • Page 70: Basic Functionality

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Basic Functionality HOME Screen Source MAIN Screen Source MORE FIG. 5 Basic Functionality - Home, Source MAIN and Source MORE screens Turn On a Source (single room) Touch (select) the desired source. The LCD screen will switch to the Source MAIN screen and the source will begin playing.

  • Page 71: Kp-Lcd Advanced Functionality Screen

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads KP-LCD Advanced Functionality Screen FIG. 6 shows the Advanced Functionality screen for KP-LCD Keypads. Room Grouping options Alarm Clock options Keypad Lock options Tone Control settings Backlight settings FIG. 6 KP-LCD Advanced Functionality screen Paging/Privacy Mode To access Privacy mode: 1.

  • Page 72: Direct Entry (From The Source Main Screen)

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Privacy Mode - More screen Privacy Mode FIG. 8 Privacy Mode - More screen / Privacy Mode <<BACK will return you to the Setup-Main screen (FIG. 6). 3. Selecting OK on the Privacy Mode-More screen will set the room to Privacy Mode: no pages will be heard in this room 4.

  • Page 73: Presets (Setting & Recalling)

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Presets (Setting & Recalling) Source MORE Screen Set Preset Screen Recall Preset Screen FIG. 9 Basic Functionality - Setting and Recalling Presets Setting a Preset Presets can only be set from the Source MORE screen. 1. Access the Source MORE screen from the source MAIN screen by touching "MORE>>". 2.

  • Page 74: Backlight Options

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads SRS is supported only on Mi Series Audio Controllers. To adjust Bass touch BASS "+" or "-". To adjust Treble touch TREBLE "+" or "-". To adjust Speaker Balance touch BAL "<L>" or "<R>". To add/change an SRS option, touch SRS and select one of the following options: BASS BOOST FOCUS To remove or turn SRS off select "SRS OFF"...

  • Page 75: Setting/Clearing The Alarm Clock

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Advanced Screen Group Screen Create Group Screen FIG. 12 Advanced Functionality - Creating Groups 2. Select "Create a Group" to specify the rooms to be included in the Group. 3. Select "Group ALL" to group all rooms. When a group is created all rooms included in the group will behave as one room (same source &...

  • Page 76: Locking/Unlocking Keypads

    Using DAS-KP LCD-G/W Keypads Locking/Unlocking Keypads Lock/Unlock Screen FIG. 14 Advanced Functionality - Locking/Unlocking Keypads When a keypad is locked, touching the screen or buttons will have no effect until the keypad is unlocked. 1. To lock a keypad, select "LOCK KEYPADS" from the Advanced screen and select "LOCK/ UNLOCK".

  • Page 77: Rs-232 Commands / Messages

    - or - ‘x’ is the IIC device index, valid values range from 1 to the number of available IIC devices as reported in the ‘Num IIC Devices Status’ AMX Beacon Poll AMX Beacon Response - or - MGBD Get Baud Rate...
  • Page 78 RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MSTRr,t Set Treble, where: Treble Status - or - • ‘r’ is the desired room, (1-64) • ‘t’ is the desired treble level, valid values are: 0: level 1..10: -10..-1 dB 11..20: 1...10 dB MGTRr Get Treble, where:...
  • Page 79 RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MSSRr,s Select SRS, where: SRS Status - or - • ‘r’ is the desired room, (1-64) • ‘s’ is the SRS state, valid values are: 0: Off 1: Bass Boost 2: SRS 3D 3: Focus 4: WOW MGSRr...
  • Page 80 RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MSSTs,x Set Source State, where: Source State Status - or - • ‘s’ is the desired source, (1-8) • ‘x’ is the desired state, valid values are: 2: Pause 1: On 0: Off MCMDs,x Send Source Command, where:...
  • Page 81 RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MARGgg,r Add Room to Group, where: Room Grouping Status - or - • ‘g’ is any room already in the group, (1-64) • ‘r’ is the room, (1-64) MRRGr Remove Room from Group, where: Room Grouping Status - or - ‘r’...
  • Page 82 RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MGPSs,n Get the preset, where: Preset Status - or - • ‘s’ is the desired source, (1-8) • ‘n’ is the desired preset, (1-10) MSTPs Get the source type, where: Source Type Status - or - ‘s’...

  • Page 83: Tango Audio Controller Status Messages

    RS-232 Commands / Messages RS-232 Controller Command Messages (Cont.) MV++r Increment Volume, where: Volume Status - or - ‘rr’ is the desired room, (1-64) MV--r Decrement Volume, where: Volume Status - or - ‘r’ is the desired room, (1-64) SGSTx,y Get General Sirius Status, where: Sirius Radio Status - or -...
  • Page 84 • ’v’ is the version (4 digits) • ‘p’ is the product ID (4 digits) • ‘d’ is a descriptive string for the device, the string is of variable length AMXB AMX Beacon Response, where <-UUID=v> • ‘v’ = ‘MATRIX-CTRL’ <-SDKClass=w>...
  • Page 85 RS-232 Commands / Messages Controller Status Messages (Cont.) MSRr,s SRS Status, where: • ‘r’ denotes the room, (1-64) • ‘s’ denotes the SRS state, valid values are: 0: Off 1: Bass Boost 2: SRS 3D 3: Focus 4: WOW 5: SRS not Available MGLs,i,o Gain Status, where: •...
  • Page 86 RS-232 Commands / Messages Controller Status Messages (Cont.) MGSTr,v,bb,t,s, General Status, where: r,z,l,p • ‘r’ denotes the room, (1-64) • ‘v’ denotes the volume setting, valid values are: 101: Mute 100...0: -100...0 dB • ‘b’ denotes the bass level, valid values are: 0: level 1...10: -10...-1 dB 11...20: 1...10 dB...
  • Page 87 RS-232 Commands / Messages Controller Status Messages (Cont.) MLOTb8,b7,b6, Lock Out Status, where: b5,b4,b3,b2,b1 ‘b8’…’b1’ is a binary room selection bitmap where all rooms blocked out have a binary 1 in the room position. The most significant bit in ‘b8’ is for room 64 and the least significant bit in ‘b1’...
  • Page 88 RS-232 Commands / Messages Controller Status Messages (Cont.) CALMr,s,v,h,m Alarm Status, where: • ‘r’ is the room, valid values are from 1-64 • ‘s’ is the source, valid values are: 0: no alarm is set 1-8: alarm is set for the corresponding source •...

  • Page 89: Source Command Codes

    RS-232 Commands / Messages Source Command Codes Source Command Codes referenced by Source Type and Command Index: Source Command Codes Source Type Internal Tuner Seek Down Seek Up Stop Seek Seek/Tune Toggle Band Mono/Stereo Prev Next Toggle Preset Preset Internal Sirius Prev Next Prev...

  • Page 90: Sirius Status Codes

    RS-232 Commands / Messages Sirius Status Codes Sirius Status Codes referenced by Status Type: Sirius Status Codes Status Index Status Message Notes 0 = Tune Status • 0 = Tune Complete • 1 = Tune Executed • 2 = No Tune Executed 1 = Audio Status •...

  • Page 91: Amx Duet Module Interface Specifications

    AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Port Mapping This module uses multiple virtual devices in order distinguish events for one zone from another or to distinguish one input source from another. Input Sources use ports 1 - 8.
  • Page 92 AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Mi Series - Channels (Cont.) Channel Description PULSE: Move Menu Cursor Down PULSE: Move Menu Cursor Left PULSE: Move Menu Cursor Right PULSE: Select Menu Item PULSE: Back Button PULSE: Forward Button PULSE: Increment Balance...

  • Page 93: Levels

    AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Levels The UI module controls the Mi Series via level events (NetLinx command SEND_LEVEL) sent to the COMM module. The levels supported by the COMM module are listed below. These levels are associated with the virtual device(s) and are independent of the levels associated with the touch panel device.
  • Page 94 AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Mi Series - Command Control (Cont.) Command Description ?INPUT Get the currently selected input source. This query should be issued on the port matching the room number you want to query. Replies with INPUT-<source>,<number> Example: ?INPUT INPUT-<source>,<number>...
  • Page 95 AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Mi Series - Command Control (Cont.) Command Description REINIT Re-initializes the communication link and data. This command should be issued on port 1. Note: This command deletes any messages waiting to go out to the device.

  • Page 96: Command Feedback

    AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Command Feedback The COMM module provides feedback to the User Interface module for receiver changes via command events. Feedback is only provided when there is a state change. If no state change resulted from the command sent in, then no feedback will be returned.
  • Page 97 AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Mi Series - Command Feedback (Cont.) Command Description PROPERTY-<key>,<value> Feedback on the value of property <key>. This reply is received on port 1. Note: An empty string is returned if the property has no value.

  • Page 98: Input Source Types

    AMX Duet Module Interface Specifications Input Source Types Source Commands referenced by Source Type Other External CD Player DVD Player Satellite Audio Server Delphi XM Internal Tuner Receiver Tuner 225,226 45,46,47,48 45,46,47,48 45,46,47,48 45,46,47,48 225,226 21,49 21,49 22,23 22,23 22,23...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overview Symptom Possible Causes Section Everything is dead Power Power All keypads are dead Power-cabling between MRC and keypad incorrect. Power (No lights) Keypad connections reversed. Keypad cabling Some keypads ok, some dead. Cabling between MRC & keypad shorted. Keypad con- Keypad Cabling.

  • Page 100: Source Unit Connections

    Troubleshooting Source Unit Connections Problems in source cabling can often be traced to symptoms where the source cannot be heard in any zone and/or when the source doesn’t seem to respond to keypad commands. 1. Ensure that the source component’s LINE OUT connections are connected to the Controller’s LINE IN connections for the correct device.

  • Page 101: Source Connections

    Troubleshooting Source Connections Problems in source cabling display some of the following characteristics. The source cannot be heard in any zone. The source doesn’t seem to respond to keypad commands. Check the Following: Ensure that the sources LINE OUT connections are connected to the Mi Series Controllers LINE IN connections for the correct device.

  • Page 102: Keypad Lights, No Sound

    Troubleshooting 4. Connectors on keypad from Controller and speakers are reversed. 5. Keypad not recognized by system. Restart system. Keypad Lights, No Sound Power and command connectivity are getting to the zone. Check other zones and select each source to determine if this is specific to the source or the room in general.
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting Mi Series Audio Controllers...
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