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RTI Under Control XP-8 Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 It’s Under Control It’s Under Control ® ® XP-8 Advanced Control Processor V 1.0...
  • Page 2 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor Copyright © 2007 Remote Technologies Incorporated All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    It’s Under Control ® FederAl COmmunICAtIOns COmmIssIOn nOtICe 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 4: Safety Suggestions

    XP-8 Advanced Control Processor sAFety suGGestIOns read Instructions. Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the unit. retain Instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed Warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.

  • Page 5: Limited Warranty And Disclaimer

    Remote Technologies Incorporated’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the product, at our option. If your XP-8 Processor needs service, please contact Remote Technologies Incorporated by telephone, fax or E-mail for return information. Please do not return products to remote technologies Incorporated without return authorization.
  • Page 6 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Relay/Trigger Inputs ..........18 Rear IR Connections ..........19 Infrared Receivers, RF Receivers, IR High Out ..... 20 Ethernet, USB, RTI COM, Expansion Port ....21 Chapter 5 - Operation ..........23 Main Menu ............. 25 Processing Rules ............. 29 Chapter 6 - Specifications ...........
  • Page 8 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 - Welcome

    RS-232, USB, and Ethernet. An internet connection to the XP-8 allows convenient services such as updating system files and monitoring. The XP-8 requires the Integration Designer™ programming software. Before using the XP-8, please read and follow all of the instructions in this guide. ImPOrtAnt nOtes...

  • Page 10: Product Contents

    Two (2) Rack Mounting Wings. unPACKInG And InsPeCtIOn After unpacking your new XP-8 Remote Control Processor, save all of the packing materials in case you ever have to ship the unit. Thoroughly inspect the XP-8 and packing materials for signs of damage.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 - Features

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPter 2 | FeAtures The XP-8 provides superior quality and reliability as well as these specific features: Powerful 32-bit, 200MHz XScale® processor. 32MByte of non-volatile Flash memory. Front panel controls/display (7 buttons for front panel control).

  • Page 12: Front, Real Panels

    Infrared Connections Expansion Port PrOGrAmmInG tHe XP-8 The XP-8 must be programmed to operate. All programming is done using RTI’s Integration Designer™ software and is downloaded using the USB Programming Port located on front of XP-8 or via Ethernet. The software allows you to create actions (e.g. commands, macros, etc.) that are associated with events such as button presses on RTI remote controls, timers or I/O triggers.

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 - Installation

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPter 3 | InstAllAtIOn Free stAndInG The XP-8 ships with four removable feet that allow the XP-8 to be placed on a flat surface. Foot Foot rACK mOunt The XP-8 can be mounted in a component rack as part of a comprehensive control system.
  • Page 14 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 15: Chapter 4 - Connection Options

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPter 4 | COnneCtIOn OPtIOns The XP-8 can connected in many different ways to control a virtually unlimited number of devices. The following diagram illustrates just some of the options. reAr I/O POrts Each IR output can drive up to four emitters directly.

  • Page 16: Power Sensor Modules

    The IR output gain can be separately adjusted for each of the eight output ports. The XP-8 is shipped with the IR gain set to the optimum level for most equipment, and it should only need to be adjusted if the attached equipment is not responding reliably.

  • Page 17: Rs-232 Ports

    Lighting are sold separately. rs-232 POrts The XP-8 is capable of two-way communication and uses industry standard cat5 cable with RJ-45 termination (568B). The XP-8 ships with 8 RJ-45 (female) to DB-9 (male) adapters. AdAPter PInOut DB-9 Connector Pin Out...

  • Page 18: Sense Inputs

    (12VDC @100mA). All relays are Normally Open when not energized, but they can be programmed to behave Normally Closed (as long as power is applied to the XP-8). For contact closure control, simply connect the A and B contact terminals of a relay to the desired device.

  • Page 19: Rear Ir Connections

    +12VDC, SIGNAL IN, OR HIGH OUT terminals. termInAl: sIGnAl In Input connection for system trigger codes. This should be connected to an RTI RF receiver or industry standard IR repeater system. The signal voltage can be from 3VDC - 12VDC. termInAl: HIGH Out High current (200mA) IR output connection.

  • Page 20: Infrared Receivers, Rf Receivers, Ir High Out

    (if power is needed) terminals to the signal out, ground, and power (if needed) terminals of the desired device. If the XP-8 sees an incoming system trigger code with a matching zone ID, it will execute the command or macro associated with that code. The XP-8 can be programmed to either block or pass miscellaneous IR data through its output ports.

  • Page 21: Ethernet, Usb, Rti Com, Expansion Port

    COm This RJ-45 port allows connection to a Zigbee transceiver module. The connection supports full duplex two-way communication for use with compatible RTI handheld controllers. Refer to the Zigbee transceiver module operation guide for installation instructions. eXPAnsIOn POrt This RJ-45 port provides a convenient connection for receiving IR signals from in-wall touchpanels through a CB-4 connecting block.
  • Page 22 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 23: Chapter 5 - Operation

    Reset Backlight reset buttOn Push to reset the XP-8. The Reset button may be used in the event the XP-8 stops functioning properly or to initiate a firmware update. bACKlIGHt buttOn Press this button to turn the display backlight on or off.

  • Page 24: Display Menus

    It is possible to set a passcode that will block access to the menu system on the XP-8. This can be set in the properties of the XP-8 within the RTI Integration Designer™ programming software and downloaded as part of the system file.

  • Page 25: Main Menu

    • Close = Input in Contact Closure mode and contact closure present RELAYS Displays the current state of each relay. • Open = Relay is open • Closed = Relay is closed VERSION Displays the firmware version/date running on the XP-8.
  • Page 26 • Displays current latitude and longitude PROGRAM INFO Displays the XP-8 and system zone code information defined in Integration Designer™ • System Name = Name of XP-8 (defined in Integration Designer™) • Macro Engines = Number of macros that can run simultaneously •...
  • Page 27 It’s Under Control ® CHAPter 5 | OPerAtIOn mAIn menu (continued) DISPLAY EXAMPLE DIAGNOSTICS Relay Diagnostics Open | Close | Open All | Close All DIAGNOSTIC I/O MENU RELAY RELAY DIAGNOSTICS Displays and allows adjustment of the current mode (contact closure/voltage trigger) and state (open/close) of each relay.
  • Page 28 SEL button to keep the settings. Use the Rebind function to apply the settings. NOTE: Network settings should be changed on the XP-8 for diagnostic purposes only. Settings will be lost upon downloading of a system file or if power is lost.

  • Page 29: Processing Rules

    (Nested macros will run on the same engine as the base macro.) There is only one IR generator on the XP-8, so it must be shared by the macro engines and the standalone IR codes. It uses the following rules: •...
  • Page 30 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 31: Chapter 6 - Specifications

    Power Supply +12VDC, 1.25A Multi-Purpose Eight custom 3.5mm 4-conductor jacks, designed Output Ports for RTI modules (Sense input/RS-232 output) as well as industry standard IR emitters. IR Output Drive 100mA maximum (per port, adjustable) 200mA maximum (high IR output port)
  • Page 32 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor...

  • Page 33: Chapter 7 - Troubleshooting

    Try re-programming both the XP-8 and the remote control to make sure the programming is up-to-date (i.e.“in sync”) in each of them. Make sure the IR or RF receiver wire is attached to the XP-8 properly. Make sure the IR or RF receiver is mounted away from strong electromagnetic energy sources.
  • Page 34 CHAPter 7 | trOublesHOOtInG All emItters blInKInG eVen WHen Ir COdes rOuted If IR Passthrough is enabled in the XP-8 properties within Integration Designer™, feedback/blinking emitters will blink regardless of whether the IR codes being sent have been routed out a specific port. IR...

  • Page 35: Chapter 8 - Service And Support

    Fax (952) 253-3131 info@rticorp.com rtI teCHnICAl suPPOrt At RTI, customer service and satisfaction is an utmost priority. If you are encountering any problems or have a question about your RTI product, please contact RTI Technical Support for assistance. RTI provides technical support by telephone, fax or e-mail. For the highest quality service, please have the following information ready, or provide it in your fax or e-mail.
  • Page 36 And suPPOrt shipment of XP-8 for service RTI will pay all labor and material expenses for all repairs covered by this product’s warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by warranty, or if a unit is examined which is not in need of repair, you may be charged for the repairs or examination.

  • Page 37: Index

    Rear IR ................ 19 Relay/Trigger Outputs ............ 18 RF Receivers ..............20 RS-232 Adapter Pinout ........... 17 RS-232 Ports ..............17 RTI COM ..............21 Sense Inputs ..............18 USB Ports (Rear) ............21 Contents ................7 Features ................11 Front Panel ..............
  • Page 38 Setting the Time ............23 Setting the Zone Code ........... 23 Standalone IR codes ............29 Product Contents .............. 10 Programming the XP-8 ............12 Safety Suggestions ............. 4 Service and Support ............35 Contact RTI ..............35 Technical Support ............35 Specifications ..............
  • Page 39 It’s Under Control ® nOtes...
  • Page 40 XP-8 Advanced Control Processor It’s Under Control ® remote technologies Incorporated 5775 12th Avenue east, suite 180 shakopee, mn 55379 tel: 952-253-3100 Fax: 952-523-3131 www.rticorp.com © 2007 Remote Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA.

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