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Operation/Reference Guide Touch Panels & Accessories MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP-7500/8400 Modero ® ViewPoint ® Wireless Touch Panels Last Revised: 10/06/200 6[...]
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AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer AMX warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under n ormal use for three (3) years from the date of purchase fr om AMX, with the following exceptions: • Electroluminescent and LCD Control P ane ls are warranted for three (3) years, except for the display and touch overlay componen[...]
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FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operati on is subject to the followi ng two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference rece ived; in cluding inte rference that may cause undesi red operation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Th[...]
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Table of Contents i MVP-T DS Tabl e Dockin g Statio n for MV P Panels Table of Contents MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station .................... ............................................. 1 Overview .............................. ......................... ................... ......................... ............... 1 Specification s ............ [...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station 1 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station Overview The MVP-TDS T able T op Docking Station (FG5965-10) extends the functionality of the MVP panels when resting on a flat surface. The MVP-TDS recharges the panel’ s batteries while maintaining continuous control of integrated[...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Dock ing Station 2 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels MVP-TDS docking statio n connectors FIG. 2 shows the layout of the connectors on the rear of the MVP-TDS. MVP-TDS Specifications (Cont.) Wei gh t : • S tand-alone: 3.38 lbs (1.53 kg) • With two batteries: 4.18 lbs (1.90 kg) Charging Features: • T wo-Bays: Simult[...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station 3 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels MVP-TDS LED Indica tors The two LED indicators indicate the battery an d communication status: Installation Interface Conn ector Pins and Functi ons FIG. 3 giv es the pin numb ering and function inform ation for the docking stations Connecting a Power Supply The MVP-T[...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Dock ing Station 4 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels Once MVP batteries are fully charged, the MVP-TDS begins charging MVP-BP batteries inserted within its rear battery compartments. Initially , both blue LEDs illuminate and remain dim (indicating that the power is being supplied to the MVP-TDS). Connecting a USB Keyboa[...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station 5 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels Securing an MVP Panel to an MVP-TDS 1. Place the MVP-TDS on a flat and le vel surf ace. 2. Provide po w er to the MVP-TDS (refer to the P owering the MVP-TDS section on page 3). 3. Place the MVP on the support cradle so that the alignment pins on the TDS fit into the [...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Dock ing Station 6 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels Removing an MVP Panel from an MVP-TDS The MVP security feature requires the entry of a s ecurity code (password) entered via an on-screen keypad. This password is entered within the MVP’ s Passw ord Setup page. Refer to the MVP-7500/8400 Operation/Refer ence Gu ide [...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Docking Station 7 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels Installing an MVP-BP Battery into an MVP-TDS The MVP-TDS connects directly to a PSN4.4 power supply and provides both po wer and communication to docked MVP panel. The MVP-TDS can charge batteries in its own battery compartments, as well as those within the MVP panel.[...]
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MVP-TDS Table Top Dock ing Station 8 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels[...]
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmw are 9 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware The following accessory de vices are firmware upgradeable: MVP-TDS T able T op Docking Station ( FG5 965-10 ) MVP-WDS W all/Flush Mount Docking Station - Black ( FG5965-11 ) MVP-WDS W all/Flush Mount Docking Sta[...]
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware 10 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels Step 2: Upgrade t he Docking Station firmware v ia USB 1. Configure the panel for a USB Connection T ype. 2. Prepare NetLinx Studio for comm unication to the panel v ia a V irtual Master . 3. After the Communication V erification dialog window v erifies acti ve c[...]
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmw are 11 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP P anels 10. Click the Reboot Device checkbox. This cause s the touch panel to reboo t after the firmware update process is complete. The r eboot of the panel can take up 30 seconds after the f irmwar e pr ocess has finished. 11. Click Send to begin the transfer . The f[...]
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Upgrading the Docking Station Firmware 12 MVP-TDS Table Docking Station for MVP Panels Although firmware u pgrades can be don e over wirele ss Ethernet; it is recommended that firmware KIT files be transfer red over a direct USB connection and only when the panel is connected to a power supply . If battery power or wireless connection fails during [...]
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10/06 © 2006 AM X. All rights reserved. AMX and the AMX logo are regist ered trademarks of AMX. AMX reserves the right to alter speci fications without notice at any time. It’s Your World - Take Con trol™ 3000 RESEARCH DRIVE, RICHARDSON, TX 75082 USA • 800.222.0193 • 469.624.8000 • 469-624-7153 fax • 800.932.6993 technical support • [...]