PixiePlus Manual
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1. aim remota to be leamed here IR Transmitter P m IR Learning Window t R C9 y a 2 Insert Modules L a Na Qo Status LED PixiePlus Board Learning Mode Insert paperclip to enter learning mode Activation Switch Easy Setup and Configuration The PixiePlus PXE DCM is a single gang AV control device The modular button interface is easily customizable and enables control of almost any display device The PixiePlus is field programmed in minutes using IR learning technology Multiple units may be quickly and easily configured using wireless cloning technology The PixiePlus may be configured with an Inactivity Shutdown Time pg 14 to pro tect bulb life or with a Security Lock pg 16 to prevent unauthorized use Controls One or Multiple Devices One PixiePlus can control multiple devices through IR The PixiePlus can control multiple units of the same device or different models The PXE DCM ships with one RS232 IR transmitter Additional units may be ordered separately part no PXE EMIT 232 IR One PixiePlus can drive as many as ten 232 IR transmitters The PixiePlus can control devices with RS232 as well as IR Use of RS232 reguires the PixiePlus Programming Wand PXE PGM TOOL sold separately See Pro gramming Wand documentation for more information The PixiePlus is designed for use with a Leviton Decora wall plate not included The PixiePlus may be inst2. The inner screw holes on the PixiePlus should be used to anchor the unit to Ai the wall box The outer screw holes will be used to affix a Decora wall plate over the face of the PixiePlus Plug in the 6V wall wart to power the PixiePlus The PXE DCM is a low voltage device Never install the PixiePlus in an electrical back box containing high voltage wiring This would cause a seri ous electrical danger and violate United States national electrical codes 6 Toggling Source Module between 2 Button and 4 Button Mode optional By default the PixiePlus is configured to work with a one or two button source module To use a four button source module you must enable four button mode To enable four button mode Assemble the PixiePlus including a four button module as described in Section IV above Press and hold any single button in the source selection module while in serting a paper clip into the programming aperture The PixiePlus should beep three times to indicate that four button mode is now active The PixiePlus will now be in Learning Mode see below You may program the Pix iePlus or to exit learning mode remove the paper clip When four button mode is enabled both the left and right sides of any one Ai or two button module button should illuminate separately when a source but ton is pressed not in unison If two neighboring buttons on the four button pad illuminate simultaneously the unit is NOT in four butto
3. 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufac turer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the ap paratus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To Reduce the Risk of Fire Or Electric Shock Do Not Expose This Ap paratus To Rain Or Moisture Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Electrical Warning The PXE DCM is a low voltage device Never install the PixiePlus in an electrical back box containing high voltage wiring This would cause a serious electrical danger and violate United States national electrical codes I Introduction o Mounting Screws sl OQ
4. Security Keycode is OFF OFF OFF To Configure the Security Keylock 1 Press and hold both POWER ON and POWER OFF while gently inserting a paper clip into the PixiePlus programming aperture The PixiePlus will enter Secu rity Keylock configuration mode and communicate the current Security Keylock set tings as follows The Red Status LED indicates whether the Security Keylock feature is enabled LED is on or disabled LED is off The PixiePlus will show the existing Security Keycode by illuminating each button in the code in seguence pausing briefly then repeating the code 2 To enable or disable the Security Keycode feature press POWER ON to toggle between enabled disabled 3 To change the Security Keycode enter a new code by pressing a seguence of up to six keys using any keys in any combination except POWER ON After the code is entered the PixiePlus will immediately show the new Security Keycode 16 VI Configuring Special Features cont d If more than six keys are entered the PixiePlus will beep and reset to the previously configured code 4 After the new Security Keylock has been reconfigured its new settings must be confirmed f you do not follow this seguence to store the new settings any changes you make will be discarded when you leave Security Keylock configuration mode To confirm the new settings press POWER ON and hold it down until the PixiePlus beeps three times 5 After the new cod
5. is pressed Example Round Robin The SOURCE toggle button may be programmed with four round robin commands to switch between four inputs on the display device The single SOURCE button is programmed with all four input commands and con figured to Round Robin mode Each time the SOURCE button is pressed it sends one of the four commands in the order learned Example Macro The COMP input button may be programmed with two com mands and configured to macro mode The COMP button is programmed so that each time it is pressed it sends the RGB1 input command followed by the autosync command O o RGB1 RGB Video Video Remote Control Source Module 10 V Program PixiePlus cont d 5 To program a button with a single code While the PixiePlus is in learning mode press the button to be programmed to arm it It should beep once and slowly blink If the button beeps loudly as soon as you press it check if the Status LED is Ai solidly lit If it is there may be too much light in the room Reduce the ambi ent light level or shade the PixiePlus and try again Hold the remote control in the sweet spot you found in step 3 Press and hold the button on the remote for about a second The status LED should flicker indicating that the code is being received The PixiePlus will beep three times quickly to indi cate successful learning You may press a different button for learning at any time including buttons that have already b
6. solid red and the PixiePlus beeps loudly each time you try to arm a key for learning The ambient light is too bright Shield the PixiePlus from ambient light sources and try to re program If the buttons appear to program properly but do not control the device verify each code is correctly learned immediately after it has been programmed The button will blink rapidly to indicate it is in verification mode Push the button and the IR emitter will emit the corresponding code When the PixiePlus is emitting a code in verification mode you should see the Sta tus LED flicker at a consistent strength and freguency If the flickering seems un even verify that you are holding the remote control in the correct sweet spot and described in Section V Part 3 If the Status LED does not flicker rapidly when the remote control is emitting a code verify that the batteries in your remote control are fresh The PixiePlus beeps three times as soon as the paper clip is inserted into the pro gramming aperture The PixiePlus beeps three times when it is toggled between two button and four button Source Selection modes This is done by pressing and holding any button while inserting the paperclip Is one of the buttons being activated while the paper clip is being inserted This can happen if a button is stuck check all buttons to make sure they are not caught in a depressed position If not it is possible that the button contacts on the Pixie
7. the PixiePlus will beep guickly three times to indicate the code is successfully learned and then beep slowly three more times to indicate that the button has been fully programmed Arming will eventually time out if no IR code is received You may select a different key for learning at any time including keys that are already learned If the PixiePlus successfully learns the code the key will begin flashing quickly to in dicate it is in VERIFICATION MODE You cannot add a new code to a key that is already programmed You must repro gram it entirely If any code fails the learning sequence for that key is started over By default any button that has been programmed with multiple codes will send them round robin To set a button to macro mode first verify the code then go to Step 8 7 Verify Learned Keys If the PixiePlus is wired to control the display device before program ming you can verify each code was successfully learned immediately after programming it Each button will remain in verification mode for 20 seconds before timing out After learning each button will blink rapidly to indicate that it is ready for verification Press the button and the PixiePlus will emit the code The display device should respond appropriately If the key is set to round robin or macro mode it will send the codes as configured Verification is particularly useful for verifying that
8. PixiePlus TM Device Control Module Installation Guide D Sy Decora wall plate not included PXE DCM PXE DCM BLUE PXE DCM AMBER Patent US 7 334 067 PXE DCM GREEN Contents Important Safety Instructions Electrical Warning l Introduction ll Installation Overview lll Wiring PixiePlus to Display Device IV PixiePlus Installation V Program PixiePlus VI Configuring Special Features VII Cloning VIII Complete Installation IX Operation X Troubleshooting XI Technical Specifications Warranty FCC Compliance Copyright 14 17 19 20 21 22 23 Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufac turer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polar ized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is pro vided for your safety When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet
9. Plus circuit board are being shorted Remove the bezel and check for solder or bits of wire that could bridge the button contacts Then reseat the buttons re attach the bezel and try entering programming mode again If this does not correct the problem please contact SP Controls Technical Support Operation Problems The PixiePlus does not power the projector monitor on Is the PixiePlus display dark and does it chirp when any button is pressed If so the PixiePlus Security Keylock is active See page 16 for information on how to con figure and or retrieve the Security Keylock code If the Security Keylock is not set verify that the projector or monitor powers on nor mally with its own remote control or settop controls If it does not it may not be plugged in or may reguire service 21 X Troubleshooting cont d The PixiePlus does not control the projector monitor Be sure that the code was programmed correctly try reprogramming the unit Confirm that the IR emitter bud is positioned directly over the receiver on the IR win dow of the device you are controlling Some devices are sensitive to accurate placement Fluorescent lights can interfere with IR signals Check if the projector is close to a fluorescent light source If so try turning off the lights If this restores control cover the IR emitter bud and display device IR receiver window with an IR opague shield such as gaffer s tape Some opague tapes do not block IR The
10. Power On from the amplifier remote Then configure the PixiePlus POWER ON button to Macro mode 12 To Erase All Buttons Set the device to Learning Mode Press and hold any two buttons to erase the PixiePlus The whole keypad will blink first slowly then guickly Then all buttons will go dark and the PixiePlus will beep four times indicat ing that it has been erased Once a device has been erased there is no way to un erase it 13 To Exit Learning Mode Gently remove the paper clip to exit Learning Mode Be sure not to hold any buttons while removing the paper clip or the unit will be set to cloning mode 14 Final Test of Learned Codes Verify that the IR emitter bud has been placed directly over the IR detector on the device the PixiePlus controls Press the Pix iePlus button that you wish to test A red LED labeled IR Activity will blink when the code is being sent but the emitter bud does not illuminate 15 Troubleshooting If you cannot control the device be sure that the emitter bud is positioned correctly If some buttons work but others do not try re programming the buttons that do not work Make sure that you press the button on the remote for at least one second during learning Fluorescent lights can interfere with IR signals Check if the projector is close to a fluorescent light source If so try turning off the lights If this restores control cover the IR emitter bud and display device IR receiver window with a
11. alled in a single gang back box not included Bezels are available in black PXE BEZEL BL and gray PXE BEZEL GR Il Installation Overview Bezel Inserts Circuit Board Single Gang Wall Box not included The PixiePlus ships with 1 PixiePlus Circuit Board 7 White Plastic Button Inserts 1 Cable Assembly consisting of 1 Plastic Cable Assembly Block 1 RS232 IR transmitter module PXE EMIT 232 IR 1 6VDC Regulated Power Supply Double Sided Tape attached to Block IR Emitter Cable Anchors 2 Bezels ivory and white 1 3 position Captive Screw Connector for power signal out from PixiePlus Instruction Manual Ouick Start Guide Mounting Screws Paper Clip for setting to IR learning mode Reguired and Optional parts and accessories not included 1 3 conductor Cable Reguired 1 Leviton Decora wall plate Required Match to bezel color 1 Single Gang Back Box Optional SP Controls recommends using a grounded back box Additional RS232 IR transmitter for control of additional display devices Optional requires PXE PGM TOOL for RS232 PixiePlus programming tool PXE PGM TOOL for configuring the PixiePlus with RS232 codes or realtime scheduling events PixiePlus Real Time Clock PXE DCM RTC Allows the PixiePlus to perform scheduled events such as locking or powering devices off Bezel Inserts Circuit Board Single Gang Wall Box not included NOTE The PXE EMIT 232 IR
12. and not SP Controls Inc will be responsible COPYRIGHT Pixie PixiePlus and the SP Controls switch logo are trademarks of SP Con trols Inc Decora is a registered trademark of Leviton Manufacturing Co All other trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without express written permis sion of SP Controls Inc 2010 SP Controls Inc All rights reserved Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by SP Controls Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment SP Controls Inc assumes no responsibility for any errors that appear in this docu ment Information in this document is subject to change without notice 25
13. device will not switch to one of the inputs Some display devices will not switch to certain inputs if there is no signal present Control is intermittent If you are using a device manufactured by Philips Magnavox or Koss please con sult the SP Controls PXE DCM Philips Protocol Application Note for additional pro gramming instructions If you are still unable to control your device please contact SP Controls Technical Support for further assistance XI Technical Specifications Package Type Single Gang Decora Mounting Dimensions 4 130 h x 1 745 w x 90 d Weight PCB with bezeland3 2 5 oz insert modules Power Supply 6VDC 300mA Output Type IR Emitter RS 232 programming RS232 commands reguires PXE PGM TOOL sold separately Recommended Wire 18 to 22 Gauge 3 conductor stranded copper wire The PixiePlus is UL listed and CE certified 22 Warranty SP Controls warrants all PixiePlus products and accessories against defects in ma terials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase Although SP Controls thoroughly tested and reviewed this documentation there is no warranty express or implied with respect to guality merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Therefore the PixiePlus and accessories are provided as is and the purchaser assumes the entire risk as to guality and performance There are no obligations or liabilities on the part of the SP Controls C
14. e is set and confirmed carefully remove the paper clip as usual to return to normal operation If the Security Keycode is forgotten you can retrieve it by putting the Pix AY iePlus back in Security Keycode configuration mode it will then display the currently configured code 3 Configure PixiePlus Audio Feedback By default the PixiePlus clicks when a button is pressed To mute press and hold any button while inserting a paper clip into the programming aperture The PixiePlus will beep quickly three times to indicate that AUDIO has been set to OFF VII Cloning Any PixiePlus may quickly and easily copy all the codes from any other PixiePlus The PixiePlus cannot clone a Pixie In cloning there is a donor unit and a recipient unit The donor unit must already be programmed with the appropriate codes see Section V The recipient will copy the donor unit s codes Both units must have the same button insert types though they may be of different colors Both units must be powered The donor unit should be installed before beginning To power the recipient you may wish to temporarily daisy chain power from AY the terminal block of the donor unit with a short length of cable 17 VII Cloning cont d Cloning Procedure 1 Set the recipient to cloning mode If the PixiePlus has never been programmed you may set it to cloning mode by pressing and holding any button while applying power If a PixiePlus has previously been progra
15. een programmed If you press a button that is already armed for learning a second time it will be disarmed If the PixiePlus learns the code the button will begin flashing rapidly in VERIFICA TION MODE Go to Step 7 Verify Learned Keys cC 6 To program a button with multiple codes for macro or round robin com mands Put the PixiePlus in learning mode Ouickly press the button you wish to program one time for each code you want it to learn The PixiePlus will beep once for each code it expects to learn Example If you wish to program a SOURCE button with three codes set the Pix iePlus to learning mode and guickly press the SOURCE button three times The PixiePlus will beep three times to indicate it is ready to learn three codes 11 V Program PixiePlus cont d The armed key will indicate it is ready to learn the first code by flashing once paus ing flashing once and so on Hold the remote control in the sweet spot you found in Step 3 Press and hold the button on the remote for about a second The PixiePlus will beep three times guickly to indicate successful learning Now the button will indicate it is ready to learn the second code by flashing twice pausing flash twice and so on Program the button and it will again beep three times to indicate if the code was successfully learned Repeat as many times as necessary When you have programmed the last code in the series
16. er 3 For a more secure assembly anchor RS232 IR transmitter clamshell to display device with included anchors 4 Affix the IR cable assembly block to the AV display device using the included double sided Velcro tape 5 Connect 6 VDC power supply to IR cable assembly block IV PixiePlus Installation Select the button insert modules that match the design of your remote control For example if your remote control has a single toggling power button select the Tog gling Power module Each button can be programmed to send as many as four commands as a macro all at once or in round robin 1 Assemble Insert Modules 4 Button Source modules are available in two options 1 COMP VID SYNC MUTE 2 Blank MUTE Ch UP Ch DN Note You must chose one and only one insert module of each type i e you cannot use two source insert modules and no volume module Included Insert Modules Customized silkscreened button modules are also available contact SP Controls for more information Toggling Discrete Toggling Discrete Discrete 2 Button 4 Button VOLUME Control Blank IV PixiePlus Installation cont d 2 Attach Bezel After selecting the appropriate insert modules place them against the circuit board and secure them in place with the bezel Bezel Ins
17. erts Pixie Board gramming window and Status LED The SP Controls logo should be in the Be sure the bezel is placed right side up otherwise it may block the pro correct orientation IV PixiePlus Installation cont d 3 Wire Controller Connect the 3 conductor cable to the captive screw connector on the back of the PixiePlus Be sure that the wires match the connections on the cable assembly block end the PixiePlus uses crossover wiring Wire landing must match landing on cable assembly block at the display device side see pg 4 Verify the captive screw connectors are fully open before inserting the wires It is possible to physically anchor the wires without making a solid electrical connection if they are turned the wrong way IV PixiePlus Installation cont d 4 Wire Additional Assemblies to Control Multiple Display Devices Optional To control multiple devices wire each additional PXE EMIT 232 IR in parallel to the PixiePlus Each position on the PixiePlus barrier strip must be wired directly to the corresponding position on the PXE EMIT 232 IR barrier strip For example the PXE EMIT 232 IR position labeled 6V must be wired to the PixiePlus barrier strip posi tion labeled 6V Wired in parallel 6V to 6V etc 5 Install Controller Optional Mount the PixiePlus to a single gang wall box not included
18. links eight times Eight hour shutoff 15 VI Configuring Special Features cont d 2 Security Keylock The Security Keylock locks the PixiePlus during disuse to prevent unauthorized use It disables the keys on the PixiePlus after POWER OFF is pressed until a Se curity Keycode is entered on the standard PixiePlus keypad If the proper code is not entered the system cannot be turned on or used Use of the Security Keylock feature reguires the DISCRETE POWER ON and POWER OFF keypad module to be inserted If your device remote has only a tog gling power key you may still use this module if you program both POWER ON and POWER OFF with the same toggle code How the Security Keylock Works When POWER OFF is pressed the PixiePlus enters a locked state and all keypad buttons go dark When the system is locked any button press other than POWER ON is understood as a Security Keycode entry A soft chirp is emitted but the key does NOT illuminate and no control operation is performed If the correct code seguence is entered the system unlocks the interface illuminates and normal operation is restored until the next time POWER OFF is pushed and the system locks again If the entered code is not correct the system emits a long beep and remains locked Security Keycodes may be one to six button presses long Codes can use any key on the keypad other than POWER ON By default the Security Keylock feature is off and the default
19. mmed gently insert a paper clip into the IR Learning aperture of the recipient unit Press and hold any button on the that unit and while still holding the button remove the paper clip The PixiePlus will rapidly chirp while in cloning mode It will time out of cloning mode in about 15 seconds so have both devices on hand If the PixiePlus times out of cloning mode repeat this procedure to return it to cloning mode approx one inch apart facing each other 2 Position the two units face to face with both units held upright approximately one inch apart They should be directly across from each other with the bezels lined up This will position the IR receiver window of the cloning PixiePlus directly across from the IR transmitter in the donor PixiePlus AS Be sure not to obstruct the IR receiver window or transmitter with your hands IR Receiver Window IR Transmitter 18 VII Cloning cont d When the units are correctly lined up the donor PixiePlus will automatically enter cloning mode Its Status LED will turn solid red and both units will chirp rapidly 3 Hold the recipient steadily in front of the donor If the connection is broken the recipient ceases to chirp reposition the recipient unit to re establish communica tion and the units will continue where they left off If communication is broken for more than 15 seconds the recipient will time out of cl
20. n IR opague shield such as gaffer s tape See Section X Troubleshooting beginning on page 21 for more tips VI Configuring Special Features 1 Configuring the Inactivity Shutdown Timer The Inactivity Shutdown Timer will automatically shut the display device down if it is not used for a configurable length of time Example The PixiePlus Inactivity Shutdown Timer is set to three hours If no button is pressed on the PixiePlus for three hours the PixiePlus will begin to beep and flash in warning 120 seconds before three hours has elapsed If no button is pressed at three hours the PixiePlus will send all codes programmed to the POWER OFF button 14 VI Configuring Special Features cont d Use of the Inactivity Shutdown Timer reguires the DISCRETE POWER ON POWER OFF keypad module Configuration of the Inactivity Shutdown Timer reguires the VOLUME UP and VOL UME DOWN keypad module to be inserted The volume module can be replaced with a blank after the feature is configured What the Timer does The timer begins counting down immediately after the PixiePlus powers on a dis play device Pressing any button except POWER OFF resets the timer and it begins timing down again Pressing POWER OFF stops the timer There is no visible be havior when the timer is counting down until two minutes before it expires If the timer counts down to 120 seconds the PixiePlus will begin beeping and the POWER OFF button flashes to warn user
21. n mode V Program PixiePlus IR Programming Overview The PixiePlus controls AV devices by learning and duplicating the IR codes of their remote controls A single button may be programmed with as many as four codes Multiple codes may be sent as macros or round robin If you ll be using RS232 on your PixiePlus consult the manual for the Programming Wand PXE PGM TOOL To program the PixiePlus you will set it to Learning Mode arm each key for IR learning and squirt it with the appropriate remote control commands Any button may be programmed with any code it does not have to be the A same as the code silk screened on the button To program a four button Source module the PixiePlus must be configured to four button mode see PixiepPlus installation Section 6 on Page 8 If you are using a device manufactured by Philips Magnavox or Koss please con sult the SP Controls PXE DCM Philips Protocol Application Note for special instruc tions Visit the support section of our web site to find that document To learn a remote control 1 Power the PixiePlus the LED backlights will be illuminated 2 Enter Learning Mode Gently insert a paper clip into the small hole labeled in sert paper clip to enter learning mode The PixiePlus will remain in Learning Mode while the paper clip remains in the aperture Removing the paper clip will return the PixiePlus to normal opera tion Be gentle with the paper clip to ensure that you d
22. o not damage the switch mechanism The Status LED will blink red while the PixiePlus is in learn ing mode If the room is too bright the PixiePlus will not enter learning mode The LED will glow solid red the buttons will beep continually when pressed and they will not arm for learning Darken the room or shield the PixiePlus from the ambient light while learning Direct sunlight is always too bright V Program PixiePlus cont d 3 Test Remote and ldentify Sweet Spot Position the remote control a few inches from the IR learning eye upper right of PixiePlus front When you press a key on the remote the PixiePlus status LED should flicker As you move the remote closer or farther from the receiver window or move off axis the red flashes will dim and become intermittent Find a position that consistently yields clear regular blinking This is the sweet spot If you do not see the Status LED flicker rapidly your remote may need new Ai batteries Some remotes have several emitting LEDs which may not be located in the A center of the remote 4 Round Robin Codes and Macros Each PixiePlus button may be programmed with either a single command or multi ple commands as many as four Multiple commands may be sent round robin or as macros Round robin buttons send one command per button press Each time the button is pressed it sends the next code in the series Macro buttons send all programmed codes each time the button
23. oning mode and you will need to begin again 4 When the recipient has completed copying codes from the donor it will beep 3 times and reset After the PixiePlus has reset it will be fully operational with the same codes and configuration settings programmed into the donor unit After cloning is complete the donor unit will remain in cloning mode for 15 seconds until it times out It will then return to normal operation VIII Complete Installation To complete the installation secure a Leviton Dec ora wall plate not included over the face of the PixiePlus The outer screw holes on the PixiePlus should be used to secure the wall plate 19 IX Operation Power Power buttons control power on the projector or monitor The PixiePlus is always on and its LED backlit buttons remain continually illuminated unless the Security Keylock is active Toggling Discrete Source Source button inserts control input selection on the projector or monitor D TI Toggling Discrete Discrete 2 Button 4 Button Volume If the PixiePlus is not used to control volume a blank button insert may be used YO Control Blank 20 X Troubleshooting Programming Problems Verify that the PixiePlus is in learning mode for programming The Status LED con tinually blinks red when the PixiePlus is in learning mode The Status LED is
24. orporation for conseguential damages arising out of or in conjunction with the use or performance of these products or other indirect damages with respect to loss of profit revenue or cost of removal and or replacement Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conseguential damages so the above limitation or exclu sion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state SP Controls maximum lia bility shall not exceed the price paid by the user All implied warranties including warranties for merchantability and or fitness are limited in duration to three 3 years from the date of purchase Proof of purchase must be provided with any claim FCC Compliance This equipment generates radio frequency energy and if not installed in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause radio interference This equipment complies with part 15 Subpart J of the FCC rules for a Class A computing device This equipment also complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications These above rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operating the equipment in a commercial environment If operation of this equipment in a residen tial area causes radio frequency interference the user
25. repeating codes work properly i e volume ramping 12 V Program PixiePlus cont d If the button did not seem to learn correctly press any other button on the PixiePlus then press the target button again to rearm it and repeat the learning procedure 8 Repeat for Each Button While still in learning mode program and verify each button 9 Set a button to Macro Mode If a button has been programmed with multiple commands the button may be configured to send all commands with a single but ton press By default buttons are configured to Round Robin mode After verification and while still in learning mode press and hold the button you wish to set to Macro mode for approximately five seconds The PixiePlus will beep three times to indicate that it has now been set to Macro mode Each button must be independently set to Macro mode If a button is reprogrammed or the entire device is erased the code will automati cally default back to Round Robin mode A button set to Macro mode that is pressed and held will repeat only the last code in the macro The button will send only one instance of each code except the final code The final code will repeat for as long as the button is held There is a 600 millisecond delay between each code in the series Some devices may not be able to respond to multiple commands sent this freguently 10 Controlling Multiple Units of the Same Device One PixiePlus may send identical codes to mul
26. s that it is preparing to shut down If the timer expires the system shuts itself down exactly as if the user had pressed the POWER OFF key Any macro programmed for POWER OFF is executed If the Security Keylock feature is enabled the PixiePlus will also lock To set the Inactivity Shutdown Timer Press and hold both volume keys while gently inserting a paper clip in the program ing aperture of the PixiePlus N Be gentle with the paper clip to ensure that you do not damage switch mechanism The PixiePlus will begin beeping to communicate the current Timer setting de scribed in the table below To change the active setting Press VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN to cycle to the next setting The PixiePlus will indicate the new setting with a pattern of beeps and update its Red LED blinking When you have reached the desired setting remove the paper clip to return to nor mal operation Inactivity Shutdown Timer Settings PIXIEPLUS AUDIO PIXIEPLUS STATUS LED TIMER SETTING ONE LONG BEEP LED dark Timer DISABLED default ONE QUICK BEEP LED blinks once One hour shutoff TWO QUICK BEEPS LED blinks twice Two hour shutoff THREE QUICK BEEPS LED blinks three times Three hour shutoff FOUR QUICK BEEPS LED blinks four times Four hour shutoff FIVE QUICK BEEPS LED blinks five times Five hour shutoff SIX QUICK BEEPS LED blinks six times Six hour shutoff SEVEN QUICK BEEPS LED blinks seven times Seven hour shutoff EIGHT QUICK BEEPS LED b
27. tiple units of the same device without any additional configuration For example you may control two identical projectors with a single PixiePlus by adding an additional IR emitter and wiring it from the Pix iePlus to a second projector A single button press on the PixiePlus will send identi cal codes to both devices and the PixiePlus will control them in tandem 11 Controlling Multiple Devices Different buttons on a single PixiePlus may be programmed with codes from differ ent remote controls Example You wish to control power and source selection on a projector and vol ume on an IR controllable amplifier To do so wire one IR emitter to the LCD monitor and the second IR emitter to the amplifier Program the PixiePlus power and source buttons with the codes from the LCD monitor remote control Program the PixiePlus volume buttons with the volume control codes from the amplifier remote control One PixiePlus may learn IR commands from remote controls from different devices Each button can be configured to send a single command normal operation or multiple commands macro mode with a single button press 13 V Program PixiePlus cont d Example You wish to configure the PixiePlus to send a power command to a pro jector and a separate power command to an amplifier with single press of the Pix iePlus POWER ON button To do so program the PixiePlus POWER ON button with two commands Power On from the projector remote and
28. will not work with the PXE DCM Pixie nor can it be used in combination with the PXE EMIT Ill Wiring PixiePlus to Display Device Installation IR Emitter to IR Receiver Window Position the clamshell cable assembly at the display device you wish to control Wire the cable assembly to the PixiePlus using a three conductor cable not included We recom mend using 18 20 or 22 gauge stranded Connect 4o A copper wire cable such as standard audio 6V DC Eog 2 cable Belden 8451 or 9451 923 3 46V GNI BUS 1 Wire Cable Assembly Using the three con ductor cable wire the cable assembly block to the corresponding positions on the PixiePlus captive screw connectors 6V GND BUS KN Y S Ni S A two wire RS232 output splits off from the IR emitter at the clamshell assembly For instruc tions on wiring and configuring the PixiePlus with RS232 see documentation for the op tional part PXE PGM TOOL required for use 3_conductor to of RS232 PixiePlus 2 Position IR Bud over receiver window of display device Remove the emitter backing to expose the adhesive and secure the bud to IR receiver window Some devices are extremely sensitive to precise bud placement AN The IR emitter bud does not illuminate when it sends signal though the IR Activity LED will illuminate on the cable assembly clamshell Affix IR emitter to device with included anchors Affix bud to IR receiv
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