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Universal Remote Control COMPLETE CONTROL MRX-1 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 MRX-1 Installation Manual Network Base Station ™ COMPLETE COMPLETE CONTROL Universal Remote Control ®...
  • Page 2 The information in this manual is copyright protected. No part of this man- ual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Universal Remote Control, Inc. UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OPER- ATIONAL, TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS/OMISSIONS MADE IN THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE ONTENTS Introduction Features and Benefits Parts Guide Front and Rear Panel Descriptions Network Installation Optimizing IR Flasher Levels Integrating Optional RFTX-1 to control URC LIghting Integrating Optional Video or Voltage Sensors Integrating RS-232 and Relays Network Discovery Overview of IR Routing Network or RF Setup in CCP IR over Narrow Band via Optional RFX-250 Connecting multiple MRX-1’s via RF Out...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    MRX-1 B TATION Introduction The MRX-1 Network Base Station receives IR and Serial commands from any URC Network Controls (like the KP-4000, MX-6000 or MX- 5000) over the network. Each MRX-1 has a unique MAC Address, which allows correct routing to multiple MRX-1 units throughout the home.

  • Page 5: Features And Benefits

    MRX-1 B TATION Features and Benefits The Bridge for Network Remotes and Keypads The MRX-1 enables IR and RS-232 devices to be controlled by URC Network Controls. 2-Way RS-232 Thermostats, Security Systems, Home Theater AVRS and Multi-Zone Matrixes Via the unique URC 2-Way database installers can drag and drop 2-Way pre-programmed modules into any URC Network Control powered by the MRX-1’s two RS-232 ports.

  • Page 6: Front And Rear Panel Descriptions

    MRX-1 B TATION Front and Rear Panel Descriptions Front The front panel consists of 4 indicator lights which will illuminate when in use. Reset: Bottom Power Ethernet Status Sensor Power: Illuminates when the power supply is connected to an outlet Status: Flashes in blue when an RF or Network signal is received.

  • Page 7: Network Installation

    MRX-1 B TATION IR Outputs: Connect emitters for IR control of connected devices. RFTX Port: Dual port #6 for the RFTX-1 connecting cable or includ- ed sleeved IR emitter. RF IN: Connects to a optional single RFX-250 (refer to manual) RF Out: Used for daisy chaining MRX-1s for RF Operation (Refer to RFX-250 manual) RF ID: 15 unique RF ID's provide RF control and routing to multiple...

  • Page 8: Optimizing Ir Flasher Levels

    MRX-1 B TATION Optimizing IR Flasher Levels Test a few commands for each device before fixing the flasher in place on the front panel of a device. Since TiVo, Replay TV, Satellite Receivers and Cable Boxes are all extremely sensitive to IR overload or saturation, you should test them thoroughly.

  • Page 9: Integrating Optional Rftx-1 To Control Urc Lighting

    MRX-1 B TATION Integrating Optional RFTX-1 to control URC Lighting RFTX-1 The RFTX-1 provides control of the URC Lighting 1. Simply plug the RFTX-1 with the 10’ pink connecting cable (included with the RFTX-1) into the MRX-1 pink fixed port #6. 2.

  • Page 10: Integrating Optional Video Or Voltage Sensors

    MRX-1 B TATION Integrating Optional Video or Voltage Sensors Voltage Power Sensor VS-1006 The VS-1006 Voltage Power Sensor allows voltage output of a sys- tem component to be used to monitor that component’s ON/OFF status for power management when the device does not have dis- crete commands or a composite video output is not available for video sensing.
  • Page 11 MRX-1 B TATION trol voltage out of the current sensor to the two-pin plug-in con- nector on the VS-1006. The VS-1006 can sense AC or DC so polarity is not critical. 3. Connect the 4-circuit mini plug from the VS-1006 to the sensor input on the MRX-1 rear panel.
  • Page 12 MRX-1 B TATION Composite Video Input (A/V Receiver DVD, VCR input, etc) using a shielded RCA to RCA video cable with gold ends. 5. To Test Video Sensing, once the system has been powered up, turn the sensed device on. The Sensor LED on the MRX-1 front panel, should illuminate in Blue.

  • Page 13: Integrating Rs-232 And Relays

    Custom cables can be made using the pin-out for the MRX-1 jacks. Please refer to the devices’ owner’s manual for the pin-out of RS232 Terminals that are not DB9 connectors. (Universal Remote Control Part #’s: RS232M-male DB9 and RS232F-female DB9). Polarity (RS232): Tip = no connection, Ring 1 =TX (red wire), ring 2 = RX (white wire), ring 3=GND (shield).
  • Page 14 MRX-1 B TATION 4. Click on the MRX-1 in the Model Designer window. 5. Click on the "Properties" tab at the lower right side of CCP 6. Click on RS-232 Port #1 on the actual MRX-1 image. 7. The Port 1 RS-232 Properties appear in the Properties tab. 8.
  • Page 15 NC (Normally Closed) 1. For a device that PROVIDES VOLTAGE for use with a switch clo- sure: a. Connect the +V Terminal on the controlled device to the Relay NC Terminal on the MRX-1 rear panel, using one of the includ- ed Three-pin plug-in connectors.

  • Page 16: Network Discovery

    MRX-1 B TATION Network Discovery Adding a MRX-1 in CCP, modifying it’s Settings and test- ing RS-232 and Relay Commands. 1. Inside the CCP editor, select Program then Configure Home. 2. Add a MRX-1 base station and the properties window opens. 3.
  • Page 17 MRX-1 B TATION 6. Now the MRX-1’s MAC address will populate the MAC address field. 7. Within the Port Information field, type in the devices designated to each IR and Serial port. 8. Press the Status button to open the Status and Firmware window. 9.
  • Page 18 MRX-1 B TATION 10. From the Status window, press the Settings button to open the Settings window. 11. The Settings window allows changes to be made to the descrip- tion name, a dynamic or static IP address, or the Date & Time. Press Save to return to the Status window.

  • Page 19: Overview Of Ir Routing

    MRX-1 B TATION Overview of IR Routing There are several considerations to take into account when you are installing an MRX-1 to control an array of identical components: 1. Each identical component must receive IR commands ONLY from a dedicated Flasher affixed to its front panel or a rear panel direct IR input.
  • Page 20 MRX-1 B TATION Select Network or RF (for optional RFX-250) from the three options shown for EACH of the identical TVs. You may leave the other components with no flashers set to IR. 3. Select a Receiver to Control Identical Devices Choose a Base station to send commands over the Network or via RF to control multiple components.

  • Page 21: Ir Over Narrow Band Via Optional Rfx-250

    MRX-1 B TATION IR Over Narrow Band via Optional RFX-250 Note: RF remotes via RFX-250 can only control IR components. RS232, Relay and Sensor control are not available to RF remotes. 1. Power on all AV components, lower all dimmers to 50% and power on anything that may create RF Interference (particularly devices with high speed microprocessors or hard drives).
  • Page 22 MRX-1 B TATION 5. Observe the RF LED of the RFX-250. Cup your hand over the RFX-250’s RF LED. If it is glowing or flickering you must relocate the RFX-250 to a location where the LED does not flicker. 6. Observe the STATUS LED of the MRX-1. It is a little more sensi- tive than the RFX-250.

  • Page 23: Connecting Multiple Mrx-1'S Via Rf Out

    MRX-1 B TATION Connecting multiple MRX-1’s via RF Out Multiple MRX-1 units can be daisy chained to control an unlimited amount of components in a home theater equipment rack. Follow the procedure below to daisy chain two or more MRX-1 units. 1.

  • Page 24: Frequently Asked Questions

    MRX-1 B TATION Frequently Asked Questions Can I use flasher/emitters that I have already installed in the sys- tem to connect to the MRX-1? Yes, the flashers are compatible if they use 3.5mm mono mini plugs with the same polarity (Tip is data, sleeve is ground). It is important to notate the RFTX-1 shared port utilizes a sleeved emitter for long term use.

  • Page 25: Usa Limited Warranty Statement

    MRX-1 B TATION USA Limited Warranty Statement Your Universal Remote Control, when delivered to you in new condition, is warranted against defects in materials or work- manship as follows: UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL, INC. warrants this product against defects in material or workman- ship for a period of one (1) year and as set forth below.

  • Page 26: Warning

    Information To The User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 27 ™ COMPLETE COMPLETE CONTROL Universal Remote Control ® 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528 Phone: (914) 835-4484 Fax: (914) 835-4532 www.universalremote.com...

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