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instruction manual
AXR-NWS
NetWave Server
Control Panel Accessories
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AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer AMX Corporation warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three (3) years from the date of purchase from AMX Corporation, with the following exceptions: • Electroluminescent and LCD Control Panels are warranted for three (3) years, except for the display and touch overlay components that are warranted for a period of one (1) year. Disk drive mechanisms, pan/tilt heads, power supplies, MX Series products, a
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Information .................................................................................................1 Specifications .................................................................................................................... 1 Installation .................................................................................................................3 Setting the Group Address..........................................................
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Table of Contents ii AXR-NWS NetWave Server
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Product Information Product Information The AXR-NWS NetWave Server is a two-way Radio Frequency (RF) device employing 2.4 GHz digital communications. The AXR-NWS is compatible with both Axcess and NetLinx Integrated Central Controllers, and communicates with up to 16 wireless devices. The AXR-NWS complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference rec
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Product Information Specifications (Cont.) Connectors 4-pin (male) AXlink, 3.5 mm, bus connector; connects to the Central Controller for receiving and transmitting AXlink control data and 12 VDC power. Optional Accessories: AC-RK Rack Mount Kit PSN2.8 Power Supply NWA-EXT (External Netwave Antenna) 2 AXR-NWS NetWave Server
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Installation Installation Before installing the wireless communications equipment, the AXR-NWS GROUP ADDRESS and GROUP ID DIP switches must be set. The AXR-NWS can be installed on any flat surface. Avoid installations that place the AXR-NWS inside an equipment rack where the transmission/reception is hindered. Placing the AXR-NWS above equipment, with no obstructions to the antenna, is best for peak performance. Each AXR-NWS is capable of distributing a maximum of 16 Device Addresses, in any
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Installation Setting the Group Address You must remove the translucent faceplate on the front panel before you can access the DIP switches. The GROUP ADDRESS DIP switch sets the starting address for the device numbers. For example, if the GROUP ADDRESS DIP switch is set to 128, the AXR-NWS communicates with device numbers 128 - 143. Device numbers for ViewPoint touch panels can range from 0 - 255, but typically begin at 128; they are set within the ViewPoint’s protected setup page. Refer to
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Installation Setting the GROUP ADDRESS DIP switch You must remove the translucent faceplate on the front panel before you can access the DIP switches. 1. Determine the number of devices to control. 2. Allocate the device address range in sets of 16 (touch panel addresses can range from 0 - 255, but typically begin at 128). 3. Verify device address values are not already assigned to other devices. 4. Verify the device assignments fall within the range assigned for each Server (numerical range
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Installation 6. Press DEVICE USED to open the keypad and set the panel’s device number (1 - 4). Each device number supports up to 255 programmable channel codes. 7. Press ENTER twice to save the new values and return to the Main page. Setting the Group ID The four-position GROUP ID DIP switch sets the identification number to enable communication between the wireless devices and the AXR-NWS. Each AXR-NWS must have a unique GROUP ID. The maximum number of control devices connecting to an AXR-N
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Installation FIG. 4 ViewPoint wireless settings page Connecting to the Controller Power guidelines The AXR-NWS requires 12 VDC power to operate properly. Power is supplied by the control system’s AXlink cable. The maximum wiring distance between the Controller and Server is determined by power consumption, available voltage, and cable wire gauge. The following table lists wire size and maximum lengths allowable between the AXR-NWS and the Central Controller. Maximum wiring lengths are based
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Installation Using AXlink for data with an auxiliary power supply Connect the Controller’s AXlink connector to the AXlink connector on the rear panel of the AXR- NWS, as shown in FIG. 6. PWR (+) 12 VDC power supply GND (-) PWR (+) PWR (+) AXP AXP Controller AXM AXM GND (-) GND (-) AXR-NWS (3.5 mm connector) FIG. 6 AXlink and 12 VDC power supply wiring diagram If you are not using power from AXlink, disconnect the wiring from the Controller before wiring the AXR-NWS. Make sure the auxiliary pow
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Installation AXR-NWS (rear view) Controller (rear view) Mini AXlink connector (3.5 mm) FIG. 7 AXR-NWS connection to a Controller The AXR-NWS does not support devices which previously used the AXR-WAVES server. AXR-NWS uses a 2.4 GHz digital spread spectrum to avoid common problems associated with RF control. However, avoid placing the AXR-NWS components next to microwave ovens, spread-spectrum, consumer microwave video link transceivers, projectors using Halide/Xenon lamps, or AXR-WAVES Ser
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Installation 10 AXR-NWS NetWave Server
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Firmware Upgrades Firmware Upgrades Firmware upgrades allow you to install the latest available operating system for the AXR-NWS. You will need a Phillips screwdriver and a non-conducting flat-blade tool to slip under the installed firmware IC to lift it up and out of the IC socket. Replacing the Firmware Chip 1. Disconnect the AXlink connector (FIG. 8) from the rear of the AXR-NWS. AXlink connector High-Gain antenna (3.5 mm) Alignment slot Firmware socket FIG. 8 AXR-NWS circuit board and IC
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Firmware Upgrades 8. Secure the antenna to the rear coaxial connector in a counter-clockwise direction. Refer to the Installing the Optional NWA-EXT External Extended Range Antenna section on page 9 for more detailed information on connecting the optional external antenna. 12 AXR-NWS NetWave Server
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Installation 13 AXR-NWS NetWave Server
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