TECHCONNECT CONTROL3 OWNERS MANUAL
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1. MOVI NG THE UNIT Before moving the unit be sure to pull out the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect the interconnection cords with other units WARNING SIGNS If you detect an abnormal smell or smoke turn this product off immediately and unplug the power cord Contact your reseller or Vision PACKAGI NG Save all packing material It is essential for shipping in the event the unit ever needs repair IF ORIGINAL PACKAGING IS NOT USED TO RETURN THE UNIT TO THE SERVICE CENTRE DAMAGE IN TRANSIT WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY 3 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 FRONT AND REAR PANELS 7 ON OFF vio E jon 8 N gt 10 Learn Confirmation LED green 6 RS 232 Learn Mode LED red 7 PWR in 12V 0 5A IR Receiver 8 12V Trigger out 9 1 T Internal Blaster Emitter RS 485 5 Function Buttons 0 IR out BUTTONS 0000 1 A i 2 ON OFF PC VID N 6 4 TC2 CTL3_manual_en_v2 CONTROL OPTIONS IR Techconnect Control learns and replicates codes sent from a device s infrared remote control An IR emitter integrated into the front panel is adequate for small rooms For larger rooms three external wired IR emitters are included one with a 10m cable and two without cables Techconnect Minijack cables are suitable to extend these NOTE There is no theoretical cable length limit on IR cables NOTE Remote controls which come with projection2. 50 60Hz 12 volt 0 5 amp Transformer integrated into plug Includes interchangeable plugs UK EU US AU DC tail length 4m Transformer dimensions 66 x 43 x 30mm POWER CONSUMPTION Static lt 5uA Sending lt 20mA Copying lt 10Ma COMPLIANCE RoHS WEEE amp CE Compliant ACCESSORIES INCLUDED 5 x Blanking buttons 1 x Labels 1 x Single Gang Techconnect Backbox 1 x Single Gang Techconnect Surround 1 x IR Blaster with 150mm cable terminated with female minijack 1 x IR Blaster with 20m cable 1 x RS 232 male D Sub to phoenix 150mm cable 15 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 WARRANTY This product comes with a 2 year return to base warranty effective from the date of purchase This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is not transferable For the avoidance of doubt this will be taken from the information held by the appointed national distributor at the point of sale If the product is DOA dead on arrival you have 21 days from purchase date to notify the national distributor via your AV reseller The liability of the manufacturer and its appointed service company is limited to the cost of repair and or replacement of the faulty unit under warranty except for death or injury EU85 374 EEC This warranty protects you against the following Failure of any components including the power supply Damage when the product is first removed from its packaging if reported within 24 hours of purchase If you find you
3. do have a problem with this product you should contact the AV reseller you purchased this product from The original purchaser is responsible for shipment of the product to the manufacturer s appointed service centre for repair We will endeavour to return repaired units within 5 working days however this may not always be possible in which case it will be returned as soon as practicably possible In line with our WEEE commitments the manufacturer endeavours to replace the faulty parts of the product rather than replacing the whole unit This warranty does not protect this product against faults caused by abuse misuse incorrect installation unstable or faulty power input which might be caused by ignoring the guidelines set out in this manual LEGAL DISCLAIMER Because we are committed to improving our products the details above may change without prior warning This User Manual Is published without warranty and any improvements or changes to the User Manual necessitated by typographical errors inaccuracies of current information or improvements to programs and or equipment may be made at any time and without notice Such changes will be incorporated into new editions of the User Manual 16 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2
4. screens are often RF not IR To control these screens use the 12v trigger RS 232 Professional control format used to control a variety of devices including projectors More reliable than IR and uses two way communication with the control device to confirm commands has been received Requires 3 core cable NOTE If using RS 232 the TC2 CTL3 needs to be mains powered 12v Trigger Simple trigger voltage commonly used to activate projection screens Requires 2 core unshielded cable NOTE If using 12v Trigger the TC2 CTL3 needs to be mains powered RS 485 Using the same codes as RS 232 this protocol offers longer cable distances of around 100m and only requires 2 core cable Few AV devices can decode RS 485 If using an additional Control module to extend the keypad this terminal is used to connect the slave module to the master NOTE If using RS 485 the TC2 CTL3 needs to be mains powered 5 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 HE W 2 PWRIN 12 OUT RS 485 IR 12V 0 5A TRIGGER OUTPUT OUTPUT e 12 Ground To Tx of CTL To fix of CTL To G of CTL OJOJOO Note Tx is normally wired to Rx Extron requires you to wire Tx to Tx EXTENDED PANEL If you re using two devices next to each other they are setup as a master slave They connect via RS 485 A to A B to B 6 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 INSTALLATION 1 FIT LABELS Use flat head screwdriver to unclip clear button cov
5. NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE All products are designed and imported into the EU by Vision who is wholly owned by Azlan Logistics Ltd Registered in England Nr 04625566 at Lion House 4 Pioneer Business Park Clifton Moor York YO30 4GH WEEE Registration GD0046SY wous X DC DECLARATI ON OF ORI GI N All Vision products are made in the People s Republic of China 2 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 USE ONLY DOMESTIC AC OUTLETS Connecting the unit to an outlet supplying a higher voltage may create a fire hazard HANDLE THE POWER CORD WITH CARE Do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet by pulling the cord always pull the plug itself Pulling the cord may damage it If you do not intend to use your unit for any considerable length of time unplug the unit Do not place furniture or other heavy objects on the cord and try to avoid dropping heavy objects on it Do not tie a knot in the power cord Not only could the cord be damaged but a short circuit could also be caused with a consequent fire hazard PLACE OF INSTALLATION Avoid installing this product under the following conditions Moist or humid places Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heating equipment Extremely cold locations Places subject to excessive vibration or dust Poorly ventilated places Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT
6. Option B Light stays on all the time and turns of off briefly when pressed C Option C Wien pressed light stays on until an associated button ts pressed Brand Function Code Communication format Epson 1234 ON 1234 19200 0 1 8 Eaa Setec Eda Select tan Select Ede Select Note Each button can be assigned up to three of same type of codes e g 3 x IR 3 x RS 232 3 x 12v 12 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 7 EDIT CODES Click on edit You can only edit codes that have been created by users The preset library Vision includes cannot be modified rhim Name Bottom jm Option A Wisin prescad bM flashes 1 Option Light stays on ali the time and bums of off briafy when pressed Open C When pressed light stays on until an associated bulion is pressed Communication format 1234 19200 0 10 Command Gonirol Type Grand cat 8 EXTENSION PANELS If six buttons isn t enough you can use two panels side by side a Assign commands to buttons 1 6 b Tick the extension keypad c Assign commands to buttons 7 12 d Program MASTER 1 6 device i Untick box li Connect MASTER device to PC iii Select copy to device e Program SLAVE 7 12 device i Tick box li Connect SLAVE device to PC iii Select copy to device f Connect two devices together with RS 485 terminals All RS 232 IR and 12v tri
7. d The projector manual will advise if they need to be changed ASCI d If adding IR codes a learn button will be to the right of each code i ii ii IV Connect a TC2 CTL3 to PC with a USB cable Press learn then wait until the red LED lights on the module Point original remote at front of module and press and hold button Once you have finished the button will be blue to show codes are allocated Note External power is not required for the module Set power switch to PWR 11 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 e The save button will not un grey until all fields are complete Must type a model name before Save is available 14321 12314 mr Hex Rules 1 For HEX code there is no need to input commas and spaces e g XX XX XX is input as XXXXXX 2 Only numbers 0 9 and letters A F All other characters are invalid 3 If head of the code is Ox then Ox should be ignored e g for Oxbe just input be ASCII Rules 4 CR represents Enter Please note the number of Enter commands f Click Save You will have just created a list of new codes so you need to assign a specific new code to the button using the drop down menus y Buttons Baciaghts e Option pressed light flashes briefty O
8. ers then apply labels as shown 2 SELECT POWER SOURCE The control module is set to be powered by mains power by default If you choose to power with 2 x AAA batteries not included move switch inside the battery compartment to BATT NOTE 1 If powered by batteries buttons will only light when pressed NOTE 2 If powered by mains ensure batteries are not left in device 3 CONNECT CABLES Connect appropriate cables and fit the module into the surround In very simple installations it may not be necessary to connect any cables 7 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 SIMPLE MODE PROGRAMMI NG Appropriate for controlling one IR device only e g projector L PUT DEVICE INTO LEARN MODE Press and hold buttons 3 and 4 middle buttons The learn LED on the front panel will turn red and stay on PRESS BUTTON TO ASSIGN CODE TO Press function button on the front panel which the incoming code will be assigned to One code can be assigned to each button TEACH CODE Point remote control at the front panel of Control module Press and hold the button on the remote until the green confirmation LED flashes If red LED flashes it has failed to learn the code Try again NOTE Remote control should be 100mm from IR receiver and not held at an angle Shield from ambient light REPEAT The device will revert back to normal mode once it has learnt a code Repeat steps above to program other buttons BUTTON 2 Automatically sends code twice Sui
9. gger cables should be terminated to the master unit 9 SCHEDULE LAST If setting up the scheduling function do this last All of the codes have been learnt first 13 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 TROUBLESHOOTING If your system is not operating properly please refer to the following information If the problem persists disconnect from power and contact your AV reseller immediately Problem No LED when buttons pressed Module fails to learn the code Module learns code but doesn t control the projector Correction If powered by batteries make sure switch under batteries set to BATT or PWR as appropriate Replace batteries Voltage must be higher than 2 8V Check mains power connection if using If using mains power remove batteries Make sure codes have been learnt Make sure the original remote is 50mm away from the IR receiver on the top front of the module and at 90 degrees Make sure the original remote has fresh batteries Hold down the button on the original remote for longer and release only after the green LED lights on the module Re program the buttons If you programmed in simple mode try programming in advanced mode Use external IR blaster Check IR blaster cable to make sure it hasn t been damaged 14 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 SPECI FI CATIONS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 71 x 42 x 31mm length x width x height PRODUCT WEIGHT 63 grams CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL Plastic COLOUR White POWER SUPPLY 100 240v AC
10. nstallation innovation TECHCONNECT CONTROL OWNERS MANUAL www visionaudiovisual com techconnect tc2 ctl3 1 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Where applicable Vision products are certified and comply with all known local regulations to a CB Certification standard Vision commits to ensure all products are fully compliant with all applicable certification standards for sale in the EU and other participating countries The product described in this owner manual is in compliance with RoHS EU directive 2002 95 EC and WEEE EU directive 2002 96 EC standards This product should be returned to the place of purchase at the end of its useful life for recycling WARNINGS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
11. table for projector off This can be disabled with the computer software BUTTON 5 6 Sends codes repeatedly when held down Suitable for volume control This can be disabled with the computer software 8 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 ADVANCED MODE PROGRAMMING NOTE Device must use mains power for these advanced functions Use when you need to e Program multiple codes to each button Use RS 232 or 12v trigger Add an extension keypad Program scheduled actions Duplicate to multiple devices 1 LOAD SOFTWARE ONTO PC Download from Vision s website WWW Vvisionaudiovisual com techconnect tc2 ctl3 2 CONNECT CONTROL MODULE VIA USB In the battery compartment there is a standard USB B mini connector USB cable not included The software can be used without a control module connected but if learning IR codes you will need to connect a control module 3 LAUNCH SOFTWARE You can create a new program edit program saved on PC or edit program saved on device Extension Keypad Click on button to edit A second Techconnect Control device can be used to extend the keypad Techconnect Control can send commands at scheduled times Click here to setup CTL3 Time Read CTL3 Time Firmware Version Device Status Save Compt To find firmware version of your device click Read CTL3 Time 9 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 START BY ASSIGNING CODES click a button on the image This windo
12. w allows you to set the codes for that button 1 Repeat when you hold the button down the codes are repeatedly sent Sequential 15 press sends command 1 2 press sends command 2 etc Simultaneous All commands are send at the same time ME Program Button set m Buttons x ise mina mode Coon A When pressed ghi flashes briefy 1 Repeat 7 Gabon B Lighi stays on all Ime and tuma of off brief when pressed Group 2 Segor 7 Opson Chen pressed light stays cn om l an associated bution is pressed Group 3 x 7 Command Contr Type Brand Function Code Conmmonicson Toma Doy Seconds 1 R5 2X Epson Aet ALL i 4 Er RS 232 IR 12V Note it is not possible to set a delay for 12v triggers SELECT EXISTING CODES If codes are already in the library then select the device and function in the drop down menus The code will appear NOTE The software contains a pre set library of RS 232 codes When you add new codes and sync and software those new codes become available to all users when they sync 10 TC2 CTL3 manual en v2 SET UP NEW CODES select Add New any of the device columns A new window appears a Type over existing text in Device Brand Model fields Brand Epson Select b RS 232 only Baud Rate and Parity settings are normally unchange
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