Installation Guide 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 5 / 2 0 0 8...
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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 Rough-In 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; black (FG5965-11) and silver (FG5965-21). Die Cut Foam plastic covers (2) Securing...
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. • Stand-alone with no batteries: 0.1 A @ 12 VDC •...
MVP-WDS Specifications (Cont.) Other AMX Equipment: MVP-WDS docking station connector locations FIG. 2 shows the layout of the connectors on the right side of the MVP-WDS. WALL Keyboard/Mouse USB Connectors FIG. 2 Connector layout on the side of the MVP-WDS LED Indicators The two LEDs located within the security release pushbutton on the front panel (FIG.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In 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 Rough-In Box The CB-MVPWDS (FG037-10) is a metallic rough-in box that can be secured to a stud in a pre-wall setting.
Although there are wiring knockouts are on both sides of the rough-in box, the knockouts on the right side will be used for the MVP-WDS (wall docking station) connectors, so always secure the rough-in 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 Rough-In Box Battery slot 1 Battery slot 2 Cradle Activation pushbutton (located inside Battery Slot #2) FIG. 5 Cradle activation pushbutton location and cradle angling 4. Close the battery cover and disconnect the power connector to remove power from the unit and maintain the support cradle in the forward position.
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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 Rough-In Box Installing the MVP-WDS in a CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box The rough-in box must be mounted prior to continuing this section. Refer to the Installing the CB-MVPWDS Rough-In 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).
3. Using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver, insert and secure four #6-32 Mounting Screws (not included) into their corresponding holes located along the sides of the MVP-WDS until the WDS is securely fastened to the rough-in box, and is flush against the wall. When installing the four #6-32 Mounting Screws in Step 3, turn the screwdriver gently to engage the first one or two threads of the screw and make sure that the screw is being driven straight through the holes in the Mounting Tab (FIG.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box 2. Thread the USB and Power cables through the surface opening, leaving enough slack in the wiring to accommodate re-positioning of the unit. 3. Connect the 2-pin power connector and USB cables to the WDS. The WDS must be installed with these attached.
A - Faceplate FIG. 12 MVP-WDS installation configuration for drywall surfaces 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.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box .52 [13MM] TYP 1.19 [30MM] TYP 7.91 [201MM] 5.54 [141MM] FIG. 13 MVP-WDS Wall Mount cutout dimensions using solid surface screws 2. Thread the USB and Power cables through the surface opening, leaving enough slack in the wiring to accommodate any re-positioning of the unit.
7. Insert and secure four #4-40 Mounting Screws (not included) into their corresponding holes located along the sides of the WDS (using a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver) until the WDS is secured and is flush against the wall. 8. 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.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box 7. Apply power to the MVP-WDS by connecting the terminal end of the power cable to the power supply. 8. Press the Cradle Activation pushbutton to cause the MVP Support Cradle to angle backwards and lie flush against the main unit.
Connecting and Using USB Input Devices on the Stations The MVP-WDS can have up to two USB input devices connected for use on the MVP panel’s different firmware and TPD4 panel pages. These input devices can consist of a keyboard and mouse. USB-connected input devices are detected by the docking stations only after they are connected and then power is applied.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box 1 - Data - Panel Detect IN 2 - Ground 3 - not used 4 - Ground 5 - not used 6 - Ground 7 - not used 8 - not used 9 - not used 10 - DC Power 11 - Data - Receive...
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.
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) Two plastic Die Cut Foam covers (60-5965-47) Installation of the kit involves four different sets of procedures:...
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box Die Cut Foam Cover location Cradle Activation pushbutton (located inside Battery Slot #2) FIG. 19 Cradle activation pushbutton location and cradle angling 7. Disconnect the 2-pin mini-Phoenix connector from the side of the docking station to remove power from the unit and maintain the support cradle in this angled position.
Faceplate securing latches FIG. 21 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. Press downward on the Security Latch (towards the pushbutton) to get it to go through the top opening and allow the faceplate’s removal.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box Long Magnetic Phillips-head screwdrivers FIG. 23 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. Carefully slide the black pivot cradle combo unit (battery cover/support cradle) up from the metallic housing and use the screwdriver to remove the remaining screw from the securing plate (shown in FIG.
Circuit board A FIG. 25 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. 25). 9.
MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box Silver cradle pivot (60-5965-21L) FIG. 26 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. 24 on page 22). 6.
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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. The MVP Support Cradle must be angled upward to allow removal of the faceplate.
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MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station & CB-MVPWDS Rough-In Box MVP-WDS Wall Docking Station for MVP Panels...
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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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. 10. Click the Reboot Device checkbox. This causes the touch panel to reboot after the firmware update process is complete.
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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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