Xantech mrc88 Included Hardware & Software Items, Software Installation, Serial Port Selection

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Model MRC88

INCLUDED HARDWARE & SOFTWARE ITEMS

The MRC88 Dragon Drop-IR package includes:

DragMRC CD ROM

One DB9 Male-to-Female Cable. Connects the MRC88 COM PORT to a DB9 SERIAL PORT 1 on your computer. If you need to use serial ports 2, 3 or 4 on your computer, see "SERIAL PORT SELECTION" section. If your computer only has a USB connection, a USB Type Port is also provided for programming purposes (requires cable with USB ‘B’ Type connector).

CONNECTING THE MRC88 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER TO THE PC

To program the MRC88 Controller/Amplifier, the unit will need to be connected to a PC for programming.

DB9 SERIAL CONNECTION

Connect the supplied DB9 cable to your PC serial port and the other end to the DB9 connector labeled RS232 COM on the front panel of the MRC88 – Figure 2-(8).

USB SERIAL CONNECTION

Connect one end of the USB cable (not included) to the USB port of your PC and the other end to the connector labeled USB COM on the front panel of the MRC88 – Figure 2-(11).

NOTE: The USB connection requires a ‘B’ Type connector to interface with the MRC88. Connecting a cable into this port will automatically override any device connected to the RS232 COM port on the front of the MRC88

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP

Install the DRAGMRC program onto your hard drive as follows:

1.Insert the disc into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If your drive has been set for auto run, a Xantech Welcome Menu will appear. If not, access your CD ROM with Windows Explorer and double click the file "setup.exe".

2.On the Welcome menu, click NEXT.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions as the program installs. It takes approximately one to three minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your machine.

NOTE: For the convenience of the installer, the Dragon Drop-IR™ CD-ROM contains a complete set of Application Notes, the Xantech Product Catalog, Factory Learned IR Codes, web site browsers Read the Very Important Notes first, click on the desired menu item and follow the on-screen instructions.

STARTING MRC88 DRAGON DROP-IR™ SOFTWARE

Double-click the DragonMRC icon on your desktop or:

1.From START menu, choose Programs.

2.Select Xantech and click on the DragMRC Icon from the menu.

3.The program loads and opens to the Xantech MRC Dragon Drop-IR opening screen.

SERIAL PORT SELECTION

When first launched, the Dragon Drop-IR software scans the serial ports on your computer and will display the available ports under "Preferences" in the File menu. Unavailable ports will be grayed out.

NOTE: If you are using the USB port, see the instructions below on Configuring the USB Port.

To configure the USB Port for the first time, complete the following instructions:

1.Turn the system ON and then turn the PC ON.

2.Connect the USB cable from the PC to the USB connector on the front of the MRC88 Controller.

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Contents Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Read Before Operating Equipment Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or MoistureTable of Contents Programming the Controller ADVANCED/EXPANDED Programming Section Model MRC88 Xantech Corporation General Information MRC88 system includes the following componentsModel MRC88 System Block Diagram System OverviewCONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Features Keypad Features System Status Power-Up Mode MRC88 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Panel and Feature DescriptionsMRC88 Front Panel Features and Connections Front PanelZone Status Active-Operational Mode MRC88 Rear Panel Features and Connections Source Component Input ConnectionsSource Loop-Thru Connections MRC88 Keypad MRC88 Keypad Feature DescriptionsMRC88 Keypad Front Features Model MRC88 Model MRC88 Keypad Rear Panel Features and Functions MRC88 Keypad Rear Features and ConnectionsInstallation Operation OUT-OF-THE-BOX PRE Test BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDObstructions MRC88Keep perforations on top cover free Mounting and Installing the MRC88 Keypad ExpandedMRC88 Keypad mounting template Optional Keypad Back-Box for pre-install applications MRC88 Keypad RemovalBASIC/ADVANCED Connecting the MRC88 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIERAudio Connections Video ConnectionsCSM1 Threshold Adjustments AdvancedZone Related Wiring Connections BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDStatus BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite VideoModulated Video Zone IR BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Control OutCO1 and CO2 Zones 7 Connections AT the Zone Location BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDSingle Keypad CAT5 Connections Multiple Keypad ConnectionsZone Expansion Connecting TWO MRC88 Controllers Expanded OFFLinking TWO MRC88 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Units MRC88 Connecting Block located on rear of Keypad MRC88 Keypad CAT5 Cable LengthsBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED SETTING-UP the MRC88 System Typical MRC88 SystemPre-Programming the MRC88 BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Computer Requirements Minimum Basic Mode Advanced Mode Expanded ModePlanning the System Included Hardware & Software Items Connecting the MRC88 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER to the PCSoftware Installation Starting MRC88 Dragon DROP-IR SoftwareStarting a Project Learning IR Commands Creating Palette Files BUILT-IN IR Code Library BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDBuilt-In Mfg’s IR Command Library Learning IR Commands BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDRecording Toggle Command Functions Creating a Palette File BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED To Rename an Existing FunctionTo Add a New Function Importing CCF Files Getting Source Commands from the InternetEditing BRAND, COMPONENT, and Function Lists Importing Discrete IR Hex Codes Entering RS232 Command Strings ADVANCED/EXPANDEDRS232 Palette Editor Window Using PC TestUsing MRC88 Test Creating AN RS232 Palette File ADVANCED/EXPANDED Creating an RS232 Palette FileConfiguring Source Icons on MRC88 Keypad LCD Programming The ControllerDownloading Source Icons to the Keypad Creating NEW IconsSelecting Icons from the Icon Generator Selecting Internal Amplifier Commands ADVANCED/EXPANDED Placing Commands Onto the Virtual KeypadSelecting RS232 Command Palettes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Placing Commands on the Virtual Keypad BasicProgramming Sequences Macros Button Edit Pop-Up Menu Editing Buttons on the Virtual KeypadEditing Commands in the Macro Command List Window Editing Commands Zone 1 thruProgramming Power Management and Sense Trigger Codes Programming Power ManagementBasic Power Management Programming Sense Trigger Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Programming Sense TriggersTesting Commands Under Power Management and Sense Triggers Name of Zone ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone Options ConfigurationDefault settings set in Basic Mode are as follows RC68 Code GroupPRE AMP Volume Adjust Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDED IR Loop Back Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDEDConfiguring Commands for IR in Zone Transferring the ProjectController Options Programming Zone Audio InputBACK-LIGHT Control Mode of OperationIR Routing Expanded OptionsRS232 Settings Monitor Lockout Mode Factory default DisabledMonitor Lockout Mode Zone Linking Programming Dynamic Zone Link Mode Factory default Disabled Link ALL Static RS232 Input TranslatorLink ALL Dynamic Clear ALLProgramming IR Commands and Sequences IRS232 Input TranslatorRC68 IR Command Macro Window RC68+ IR Code Triggered SequencerProgramming Internal Amplifier Commands Internal Amplifier Command WindowUsing Internal Amplifier Commands Zone Expansion Connecting Multiple MRC88 Controllers Internal Amplifier CommandsPhysical Connections in Expanded Mode Programming in Expanded ModeEnabling Expanded Mode RS232 Control While in Expanded ModeSources 1 through Transferring a Project to the MRC88 Uploading MRC88 ProjectsSaving and BACKING-UP Files Cold Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade OptionisWarm Firmware Upgrade Downloading Firmware Files from the WEBTweaking the System Teaching a HAND-HELD Remote to Operate the MRC88 SystemMaking Fine Adjustments Trimming Source Audio Input LevelsZone Adjustments Keypad AdjustmentsAccessing Tier 2 Commands Powering the Zone on and OFFSetting the Volume Source Slection and ControlSystem Status BASIC/ADVANCED Zone SettingsAudio Adjustments BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Dynamic Monitor Lockout Parental Control ADVANCED/EXPANDEDExpanded RS232 Control ?5SS3+ 7PR1+?5SS+ Commands AO+Queries Volume Level 39 Steps Keypad Button ID +14 MRC88 SettingLevel in dB +12Left Speaker Right Speaker MRC88 Setting Attenuation Balance LevelTroubleshooting Problem Probable Cause and SolutionModel MRC88Page 96Model MRC88 RS232 and Expansion PIN OUT Information GND Video SpecificationsCertifications IR SensorModel MRC88 Model MRC88 Xantech Corporation Xantech Corporation Bradley Avenue, Sylmar CA Phone 818.362.0353 fax
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