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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station ® ® for MVP-7500/8400 Modero ViewPoint Wireless Touch Panels T o u c h P a n e l s & A c c e s s o r i e s L a s t R e v i s e d : 1 2 / 1 3 / 2 0 0 7...
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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. AMX is not liable for any claim made by a third party or by an AMX Dealer for a third party.
FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of...
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Overview The MVP-WDS Wall/Flush Mount Docking Station (FIG. 1) provides a surface-installed docking location. MVP-WDS stations use a security latch to secure the panel to the docking station for MVP panels, and come in 2 faceplate colors;...
• 8.59" x 12.66" x 3.40" (21.82 cm x 32.16 cm x 8.64 cm) Note: Always use the cutout/installation dimensions for the MVP-WDS when installing this unit into various surfaces. This SP engineering drawing is available online at www.amx.com. Refer to the Installation section on page 4 for details. Power Requirements: •...
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Installation MVP-WDS wall-docking stations can be installed either the CB-MVPWDS or other solid surface environment using one of the two mounting options: drywall clips or solid surface screws, as described in the following sub-sections. Installing the CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box The CB-MVPWDS (FG037-10) is a metallic conduit box that can be secured to a stud in a pre-wall setting.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Although there are wiring knockouts are on both sides of the conduit box, the knockouts on the right side will be used for the MVP-WDS (wall docking station) connectors, so always secure the conduit box to the stud using the Stud Mounting Holes on the left side of the box.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Faceplate Securing Latches Faceplate Connectors FIG. 7 Faceplate securing latch and connector locations 8. Press down on the Security Latch to allow it to go through the top opening. 9. Grasp the top rim of the faceplate and carefully slide it over the cradle (at an angle) until the faceplate is completely removed from the WDS (FIG.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Installing the MVP-WDS in a CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box The conduit box must be mounted prior to continuing this section. Refer to the Installing the CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box section on page 4 for detailed pre-wall installation instructions. The faceplate must be removed prior to any surface installation (see the Removing the MVP- WDS Faceplate section on page 5).
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Installing the MVP-WDS Using Expansion Clips Expansion clips are mounted through the four oval holes located along the rim of the MVP-WDS. As the screw is tightened, the clip bends toward the insertion hole and into the wall. This bending creates a "grip"...
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box 12.70 [323MM] BEZEL OUTLINE 11.06 [281MM] .25 [6MM] TYP FRONT BEZEL OUTLINE 2X .52 [13MM] 1.00 [25MM] TYP THESE NOTCHES ARE ONLY NEEDED IF UNIT IS INSTALLED USING DRYWALL EXPANSION CLIPS (4 PROVIDED) R.13 [3MM] TYP 8.63 [219MM] 7.91 [201MM]...
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Replacement drywall clip sets cab be ordered from AMX. 6. Tighten all four drywall clip sets (screws and clips) until both Mounting Tabs are securely fastened and flush against the wall. 7. Follow the steps outlined in the Replacing the Faceplate on the MVP-WDS section on page 13 to angle the MVP Support Cradle forward and re-install the faceplate.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to a power source before plugging in the 2-pin power connector. The USB connectors can be from either a USB extension cable, or a wireless USB RF transmitter.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Replacing the Faceplate on the MVP-WDS 1. Temporarily apply power to the MVP-WDS by connecting the terminal end of the power cable to the power supply. 2. Press the Cradle Activation Pushbutton (located inside the MVP-WDS battery compartment, next to the battery pins in Battery Slot #2 - see FIG.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Initially, both blue LEDs illuminate and remain dim (indicating that the power is being supplied to the MVP-WDS). Using the 3.5mm mini-Phoenix Connector for Power To use the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector for use with a 12 VDC-compliant power supply, the incoming PWR and GND wires from the external source must be connected to their corresponding locations on the connector (FIG.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box If a USB keyboard has been connected, only on-screen keyboards and keypads will reflect any external keystrokes sent from the external USB keyboard. To be detected by the docking station, USB input devices (keyboard / mouse) must be plugged into the docking station before it is powered-up.
The MVP security feature enables a security code that is entered into an on-screen password keypad. This password is configured within the MVP panel’s Password Setup page. Refer to the MVP-7500/8400 Operation/Reference Guide (available online at www.amx.com) for more information on setting up a User Access username and password.
1. Raise the rear connector cover to expose the battery compartments and connectors. 2. Slide the MVP-BP into the battery compartment (AMX label up) until the connector makes contact with the battery pins at the end of the battery slot.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Installing the MVP-WDS-SK Silver Conversion Kit The VP-WDS-SK Silver Conversion Kit (FG5965-22) contains the following components: One Silver Cradle Bezel/Faceplate (60-5965-20SL) One Silver Cradle Pivot (Support Cradle) (60-5965-21SL) One Silver Battery Cover (60-5965-22SL) One securing rare earth magnet (63-5965-02) One securing magnet cup (63-5965-03) One #4-20 Magnet Securing screw (80-0193-01)
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Battery Compartment Cover MVP Support Cradle Die Cut Foam Cover location Cradle Activation pushbutton (located inside Battery Slot #2) Power supply feed (2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix) Battery Compartment Latch FIG. 18 Cradle activation pushbutton location and cradle angling 7.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Faceplate securing latches Faceplate FIG. 20 Faceplate removal from MVP-WDS As you are removing the faceplate, you will have to press down on the Security Latch to allow a complete removal of the faceplate. 14.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Attachment screw Gap opening Long Magnetic Phillips-head Support Cradle Pivot screwdrivers movement mechanism FIG. 22 Separating the support cradle from its movement mechanism 4. Carefully remove the cradle pivot’s attachment screw and place it aside for later re-attachment. 5.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Circuit board A Circuit board B FIG. 24 Removing the attached circuit boards (A & B) 8. Carefully place the first circuit board aside and rotate the black pivot combo unit over to expose the second circuit board attached to the backside of the unit (B in FIG.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Silver battery cover Pivot combo unit (60-5965-22SL) (battery cover and pivot) Battery cover guide Silver cradle pivot (60-5965-21L) FIG. 25 Installation of silver cradle pivot and battery cover 5. Use the screwdriver to install one of the previously removed MVP Support Cradle Securing screws to the securing plate (shown in FIG.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Conduit Box Open the Battery Compartment by pressing down on the Battery Compartment Latch and then pulling the cover outwards. Press the Cradle Activation pushbutton (the small recessed white button located near the pins in Battery Slot #2) to make the MVP Support Cradle rise upwards.
Verify that the panel is communicating from the mini-USB port to the Virtual NetLinx Master (VNM). 1. Configure the NetLinx Master for IP communication. Refer to the MVP-7500/8400 Operation/ Reference Guide (available online at www.amx.com) for information. 2. After the panel powers-up, press and hold the two lower buttons on both sides of the display for 3 seconds to continue with the setup process and proceed to the Setup page.
OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window. The default Modero panel value is 10001. 5. Locate the latest firmware file from the www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Firmware Files > Modero Panels firmware (MVP Docking Stations: MVP-TDS/WDS) section of the website.
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware Selected Docking Station Firmware file Description field for selected Kit file Firmware download status Device and System values must match the System and Device values listed in the Project Navigator window FIG. 3 Send to NetLinx Device dialog (showing docking station firmware update via USB) Firmware upgrades can not be done directly to the docking station but must be routed through the MVP panel.
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware Although firmware upgrades can be done over wireless Ethernet; it is recommended that firmware KIT files be transferred over a direct USB connection and only when the panel is connected to a power supply. If battery power or wireless connection fails during a firmware upgrade, the panel flash file system may become corrupted.
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station for MVP Panels...
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