Programming the Mio R-4
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Mio Modero R-4 Remote - Instruction Manual
Programming the Mio R-4
Overview
Most functionality of the Mio R-4 is handled using the application
TPDesign4
. Go to
www.amx.com
for the supporting
documentation.
The Mio R-4 recognizes a select number of NetLinx Commands. For a full list and descriptions, consult the
SEND_COMMANDs
section on page 29.
NOTE:
Before doing any programming for the Mio R-4, you must download and install the latest AMX USB LAN driver from
www.amx.com. The user will be required to install the driver, put the device in USB mode, and connect the device to the computer
prior to any upload or download.
Using the Programming Jack on the Mio R-4
The programming jack located on the back of the Mio R-4 (FIG. 22) is used for communication between the device and AMX
software. The programming jack uses a CC-USB Programming cable, USB to mini USB (
FG10-5965
), which can be ordered from
AMX. Make sure the device is situated in the charging cradle before starting download of configuration files.
NOTE:
USB file transfers should only be performed while the unit is on the charging cradle and with the sleep timeout set to 0 (off).
Set the sleep timeout (in the Setup Menu,
Remote and Display Settings
->
Timeout
) to 0 BEFORE attaching the USB cable.
To download Configuration Files
1.
Flip and turn the Mio R-4 device so that the buttons are facing away from you and the device is upside down.
2.
Holding the device in both hands, place your thumbs on the battery door and slide the battery door free.
3.
Place the device in the charging cradle and connect the mini USB programming cable (
FG10-5965
) into the programming jack
on the back side of the remote device.
4.
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your computer.
5.
Configure the communication parameters in NetLinx Studio or File Transfer 2 and download the resultant file.
6.
Disconnect the USB cable after the download. The Mio R-4 will self-reboot after the file download.
Downloading Configuration Files through TPDesign4
TPDesign4 may also be used to download configuration files to the Mio R-4. To download files directly from TPDesign4:
1.
Place the device in the charging cradle and connect the mini USB programming cable (
FG10-5965
) into the programming jack
on the back side of the remote device.
2.
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your computer.
3.
In TPDesign4, select
Transfer->Connect...
4.
Wait until the connection icon in the Mio R-4 setup pages turns green.
5.
Select
Transfer to device
in TPDesign4.
NOTE:
If the Mio R-4's connection icon does not turn green within 10-15 seconds of enabling the virtual NetLinx master (“Refresh
System” in NetLinx Studio, “Connect...” in TPDesign4), unplug the device for at least 5 seconds and then reconnect it.
Updating Firmware
Main Mio R-4 firmware updates are only available at this time via USB connection to the Virtual NetLinx Master.
Updating Mio R-4 Firmware Through USB
To update the main firmware for the Mio R-4:
1.
Connect the Mio R-4 to your computer via the USB programming jack (FIG. 22).
2.
Open NetLinx Studio.
3.
Connect to the Virtual NetLinx Master.
4.
Select
Tools > Firmware Transfer
.
FIG. 22
The Mio R-4 Programming Jack
Programming Jack
