Xantech IR-DC4 manual

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     1 Modules & Connecting Blocks INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS IR-DC4 IR/RS232 INTERFACE MODULE The IR-DC4 is an IR to RS232 Interface Module. Specifically, the IR-DC4 converts certain Xantech RC68 Remote Programmer IR control codes into RS232 commands that operate the Arrakis Digilink 4 Hard Disk Audio Jukebox. This allows the unique advantages[...]

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     2 IR-DC4 CAUTION: While the RC68 will operate as a separate remote control, it is highly recommended it not be given to the final user for the following reasons: • Since it includes adjustable code settings, the user may inadvertently alter the installer configurations. • Also, since the user will require IR commands from other brands of eq[...]

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     3 Modules & Connecting Blocks IR-DC4 3. A high current power supply, the 782-00 (1A @ 12 VDC), provides the additional current needed for the keypads. 4. A 786-00 power supply, plugged into a switched AC outlet on the A/V receiver, is used as a source of system power ON/OFF STATUS voltage (12 VDC) for the Smart Pad 2 s and the 780-80 IR Rec[...]

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     4 IR-DC4 5-10-00 DC4. For details of the many operational functions and configuration options for the Arrakis system, refer to the Arrakis DC4 users manual and DC4 Series Application Notes. IR-DC4 IR/RS232 INTERFACE MODULE ® SYLMAR, CA IR IN IR GND PWR GND +12VDC OUT VGS IR RCVR PWR CB12 Connecting Block (Included with the 291-80) HARD DISK AU[...]