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Quick Start Guide

AXR-IRSM+

 Swivel-Mount Remote IR Receiver

Overview

The AXR-IRSM+ (FIG. 1) is a remote IR receiver for use with both AMX 
Axcess/NetLinx Central Controllers and operates via the AXlink bus to 
remotely control AXlink devices. The AXR-IRSM+ is in a swivel-mount 
enclosure for wall or ceiling installations. The AXR-IRSM+ (

FG454-01

works with AMX 38 kHz or 455 kHz IR transmitters.

Note:

 The AXD-IR+ wallmount version is also available for US-style 

single-gang enclosure installations.

Wiring and Installation

Set the receive frequency, AXlink device number and IR validation level 
before installing the AXR-IRSM+. To access the jumper pins or switches on 
the circuit board assembly, separate the housing from the swivel base, as 
shown in FIG. 1.

FIG. 2 illustrates the location of key components on the AXR-IRSM+ circuit 
board.

Setting the Receive Frequency

Use the set of jumper pins on the corner of the circuit board to set the 
receive frequency. FIG. 3 illustrates the configuration of the jumpers. 

Note: The unit will not operate with one set of pins configured for 
38 kHz and the other set of pins configured for 455 kHz.

To receive 455 kHz (

default setting

), position both jumpers on pins 

1 and 2 (away from the edge of the circuit boards).

To receive 38 kHz, position both jumpers on pins 2 and 3 (near the 

edge of the circuit boards).    

Setting the AXlink Device Number

1.

Locate the 8-position Device DIP switch (FIG. 2). 

2.

Set the device address according to the DIP switch values shown 
below.

The device number is set by the total value of DIP switch positions that 
are ON (down). The Axcess software program in your system typically 
uses device numbers 128 through 255 for the panels.

As an example, the DIP switch in FIG. 4 defines device number 129 
(1+128=129).  

Note: If you later change the device number, remove and reconnect 
the AXlink connector to enter the new device number into memory.

Sensor IR Validation Level

The IR validation level is set on the receiving device (such as an 
AXC-RCVI). 

Setting the IR Validation Level

An IR transmitter must send repetitions of data for the receiver to accept it 
as valid data. In some installations, a light wall color or other physical 
condition may interfere with the sensor's or receiver's ability to sense the 
transmitted signal. The signal may reflect or bounce and become distorted. 
The receivers can be set to use either two or three repetitions of sequential 
signals to validate and accept the signal data. 

Perform the following steps to set the receiver's IR validation level.

1.

Locate the IR Validation jumper pins (J1) (FIG. 5) on the circuit board 
(FIG. 2).   

2.

Position the IR validation jumper (FIG. 5) to select the number of valid 
IR data repetitions to be accepted:

Position the jumper at 2 to have the unit validate 2 sequential signals.

Position the jumper at 3 to have the unit validate 3 sequential signals.

Wiring the IR Sensors and Receivers

The AXR-IRSM+ uses a 4-pin AXlink connector for power and data. If the 
distance between the sensor and Central Controller exceeds power 

FIG. 1  

AXR-IRSM+ swivel-mount IR receiver

AXR-IRSM+ Specifications

Dimensions (HWD):

3.30" x 2.00" x 2.6" (83.80 mm x 50.80 mm x 66.00 mm)

Receive Frequencies:

38 / 455 kHz (user-selectable)

Enclosure

Neutral off-white metal enclosure (

FG454-01

)

Mounting:

May be used without the wall bracket for flush mounting. 
Comes with full set of mounting screws and wall anchors.

Weight:

5.6 oz (174 grams)

Power Consumption:

35 mA

FIG. 2  

Location of key components on the 

AXR-IRSM+

 circuit board

IR Sensor

IR Data LED

Swivel mount base

Housing

Circuit

assembly

board

IR Data
LED

IR 
Sensor

AXlink Device

IR Validation

AXlink 

DIP Switch

Jumper Pins

Connector

Receive Frequency
Jumper Pins

8-position

FIG. 3  

Receive frequency jumper settings

Switch

1 2 3 4

5

6

7

8

Value

1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128

FIG. 4  

Example Device DIP Switch set to 129

FIG. 5  

IR validation jumper pin settings

IR SNSR
38/455
kHz

Setting for 455 kHz

IR SNSR
38/455
kHz

Setting for 38 kHz

Setting for 2 validations

Setting for 3 validations

2

3

2

3

J1

J1

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