AMX MVP-5200i manual Choose a Master Connection Mode, Ethernet over USB

Configuring Communication

Step 3: Choose a Master Connection Mode

The MVP-5200i requires a decision on the type of connection to be made between it and the Master.

To establish a Master connection:

1.From the Protected Setup page, select System Settings.

2.Select Type to toggle between the Master Connection Types USB and Ethernet (FIG. 29).

A USB connection is a direct connection from the panel’s mini-USB port to a corresponding USB port on the PC (acting as a Virtual Master).

A wireless Ethernet connection involves indirect communication from the panel to a Master via a wireless connection to the network.

Although firmware upgrades can be conducted over wireless Ethernet, transferring firmware KIT files over a USB connection is recommended, and only when the panel is connected to a power supply. If battery power or the wireless connection fails during a firmware upgrade, the panel flash file system may become corrupted.

FIG. 29 System Settings page

Ethernet over USB

The MVP-5200i device is the first G4 device to support a new Ethernet over USB driver for panel downloads and firmware updates. This means that the device can connect to a host computer for updates through its Mini USB port instead of through a standard Ethernet port (FIG. 30).

Mini-USB Port

FIG. 30 USB Port on the MVP-5200i

Because of its Ethernet over USB capabilities, the MVP-5200i also follows a different procedure for downloading firmware than with other G4 devices. Firmware downloads require use of the USB Programming Cable (FG10-5965) and a computer running Windows XP.

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