Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m

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Figure 20: Importing Discrete IR Codes

ENTERING RS232 COMMANDS (Creating RS232 Command Palette Files)

(ADVANCED/EXPANDED)

The MRC88m Controller can be used to control advanced components such as projectors and lighting systems directly from the keypad that would normally be controlled via RS232 with exotic controllers or automated systems. This feature is only available with projects set to ADVANCED under the User Settings menu

ENTERING RS232 COMMAND STRINGS

NOTE: The RS232 Palette Editor is only available when an ADVANCED project is opened.

USING THE RS232 PALETTE EDITOR

1.From the Component menu, click “RS232 PALETTE EDITOR”.

2.Locate and Select (single click) the desired BRAND as shown in Figure 17 (i.e. Sony, Panasonic etc). A list of Components will appear. (See previous section for ‘Adding Brands’.)

3.Locate and Select (single click) the type of COMPONENT as shown in Figure 18 (DVD, SAT etc) (See previous section for ‘Adding Components and Functions’).

4.The Palette Editor will now be open to the “Brand” & “Component” selected. A list of FUNCTIONS for that type of component will appear as shown in Figure 21. Review the list of Functions on the left hand side and compare to the source remote. If your function is not displayed or not named appropriately see the section entitled ‘Editing Function Names in the Palette Editor.

5.Click on the RECORD button in the middle of the Palette Editor. The RECORD button text will turn red.

6.Select the command the left side of the Palette Editor (i.e. Power, Play, Stop etc.). An RS232Command String Editor window will now appear as shown in Figure 22.

7.Place the cursor in the ASCII (or HEX) row under the column labeled ‘01’ and type in the appropriate ASCII (or HEX) characters into the cells needed to execute that command.

NOTE: The maximum number of characters that can be entered into a string is 100 characters.

8.Click the button labeled ‘OK’ after the entire string is entered. A DB9 Connector Icon will appear to the left of the selected function indicating that an RS232 Commands String has been entered.

NOTE: A Conversion Utility is included within this window. Entering commands of any format into this utility will display the character in all other formats (i.e. Decimal, Hex, Binary, and ASCII).

9.Repeat steps 6 thru 8 for all of the source functions to be used on the MRC88m Keypad.

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MRAUDIO8X8M, MRC88M specifications

The Xantech MRC88M is a sophisticated multi-room audio system that seamlessly integrates into modern home environments, offering unparalleled control and quality of sound distribution. Designed for audiophiles and casual listeners alike, this powerful system enables users to enjoy their favorite music, podcasts, and audio from multiple sources throughout their home.

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