Xantech MRC44 Creating Palettes, Editing and Testing IR Commands, Adding Brands

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IR #2". At this point, press the same button on the teaching remote a second time. When "IR #2" is learned, two asterisks (**) will appear next to the command on the list.

NOTE: As a matter of procedure, when learning commands, leave the Auto Detect checked at all times. Check the "Toggle" box only if commands do not seem to execute consecutively or consistently.

CAUTION: The older MRC44 firmware v218 or older) will output commands recorded with the toggle function but they will not execute the toggle action. For the majority of controlled products this will not be a problem. However, where the toggle action is required (as evidenced by the inability to consecutively or consistently execute commands), the only solution is to upgrade to the latest version of firmware. See “Firmware Upgrade Options”.

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Source BRAND selection in Palette Editor

Source COMPONENT selection in Palette Editor

Creating Palettes

1.After Dragon has learned the commands for that Source, select “ADD>>”. The ADD button text will turn red.

2.Click on a function (i.e. PLAY) to be added to the palette. A window “NEW PALETTE” will open. Type in a file name i.e. PIONEERCD and click “SAVE”.

3.“PLAY” will appear in the PIONEERCD.pal window with a red asterisk.

4.Click on all functions to be added to PIONEERCD.PAL

5.Click the “CLOSE” button on Palette Editor. Palette Editor will close. PIONEERCD.PAL will be saved to the hard drive.

6.Repeat 1-10 in ‘Learning IR Commands’ and 1-5 in ‘Creating Palettes’ for all components to be used with MRC44.

EDITING AND TESTING IR COMMANDS

If a brand, component or function is not found in Palette Editor, each can be added as follows:

Adding Brands

1.If the brand you need is not already on the list, choose the Component menu and click on “ADD BRAND”.

2.Type brand name and press enter on the keyboard or click OK.

3.The new name is added and saved to the list.

Adding Components and Functions

1.If the component you need is not already on the list, choose the Component menu and click on “ADD

REGULAR COMPONENT”.

2.Type component name and press enter on the keyboard.

3.Type the name of a function for this new component in the text box and press enter on the keyboard to save the new function.

4.Repeat step 3 for all functions required for the new component.

5.Press “Esc” on keyboard to save and exit.

6.New Brands, Components and Functions can now be selected and programmed in Palette Editor.

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Contents Installation Instructions Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or Moisture Safety Instructions Read Before Operating EquipmentTable of Contents General Information System Overview System Block DiagramKeypad Features CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER FeaturesSystem Status Power-Up Mode MRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Panel and Feature DescriptionsZone Status Operational Mode 8Model MRC44 Source Component ConnectionsModel MRC44 Model MRC44 Keypad Front Panel Features and Functions MRC44 Keypad Feature DescriptionsModel MRC44 Keypad Rear Panel Features and Functions Operation OUT-OF-THE-BOX BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Expanded InstallationMRC44 Keypad mounting template Cutting the holeMRC44 Keypad Removal Installing the Mounting BracketBASIC/ADVANCED Connecting the MRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIERBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone Wiring Connections at the MRC44 Controller/AmplifierSpeaker Connections Modulated Video Video Connections BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite VideoControl Out and Status Connections Status Control OutOFF Connections AT the Zone Location BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDMRC44 Keypad CAT5 Cable Lengths Extended Runs and Secondary Keypad In ZoneFor setup of an expanded system, see Figure SETTING-UP the MRC44 SystemZone Software Installation Programming the MRC44 System Using the DRAG450MRC SoftwarePlanning the System Included Hardware & Software ItemsToggle Command Function Learning IR CommandsStarting MRC44 Dragon Drop-IR Serial Port SelectionCreating Palettes Editing and Testing IR CommandsAdding Brands Adding Components and FunctionsProgramming Keypads Basic Putting Codes to Work in the MRC44Advanced DRAG450MRC Basic System WindowMRC44 Keypad LCD Icon Generator Creating New Icons Placing Commands On The Virtual Keypad BasicSelecting Palettes ADVANCED/EXPANDEDRepeat Commands Timed DelaysPush & Hold Tiered Commands Editing SequencesSystem SET-UP Procedures Programming the MRC44 CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Video Sensing Power Management Programming Power Management and Sense Trigger Codes BasicCurrent Sensing Power Management Sense Inputs Video Sensing Sense TriggerADVANCED/EXPANDED Programming Current Sense De-Bounce SettingsPolarity of Sense Input Transferring The Project BasicIR Output Intensity Settings Zone Linking Expanded OptionsFirmware Upgrade Options RC68+ IR Code Triggered Sequencer Internal Amplifier Command Window Programming Internal Amplifier CommandsCommand Name Command List Name Parameter Internal Amplifier CommandsUploading MRC44 Projects Transferring a Project to the MRC44 BASIC/ADVANCEDSaving and BACKING-UP Files Automatic SaveFine Tuning Using Backup FilesAdjusting Input Level Trim Backing-Up Project FilesIR Sensitivity Adjustment Zone AdjustmentsLCD Backlight Adjustment Operating Instructions Audio AdjustmentsZone Control System StatusDynamic Zone Link Advanced Source A/V Distribution and Power Management Zone Expansion Using Multiple MRC44 ControllersAV61 Connections Combining IR OutputsExpanded System Diagram Problem Probable Cause and Solution TroubleshootingModel MRC44Page 50Model MRC44 Problem Probable Cause and Solution Certifications SpecificationsXantech Corporation
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