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6. Push the Backbox into the mounting surface. Insure that the locking tabs lie flush against 

the Backbox and that the Backbox goes freely into the opening.

7. Extend the locking tabs on the sides of the Backbox by tightening the screws inside the 

box until snug. 

Apply enough pressure to the screw head to keep the box flush with the wall: this 
ensures that the locking tabs will tighten up against the inside of the wall.
The Backbox is clear to allow visual confirmation that the tabs have been extended and 
are gripping the wall, as well as in assisting with removal if necessary.

Note

: The maximum recommended torque to screw in the locking tabs on the Backbox is 

5 IN-LB [56 N-CM]. Applying excessive torque while tightening the tab screws, such as 
with powered screwdrivers, can strip out the locking tabs or damage the Backbox.

8. For additional strength, #4 mounting screws (not included) may be secured via mounting 

holes located at the left and right sides of the MXD-700 (FIG. 4). 

In order to prevent damage to the touch panel, make sure that these are flush with the 
Backbox.

9. Insert each connector into its corresponding location along the back of the device. To 

reach the RJ45 connector, gently pull it from beneath the electronics cover. Attach the 
Ethernet cable and gently push the connection back under the cover.

Note

: To facilitate connection of the RJ45 connector to the Ethernet cable, press the 

RJ45’s cable into the RJ45 cable clip to hold it in a stable position. Make sure to remove 
the cable from the cable clip before continuing the rest of the installation.

10. Test the incoming wiring by attaching the panel connections to their terminal locations 

and applying power. Verify that the panel is receiving power and functioning properly to 
prevent repetition of the installation.

Note

: Do not disconnect the connectors from the touch panel. The unit must be installed 

with the attached connectors before being inserted into the mounting surface.

Remove power before continuing with the installation.

11. Latch the panel onto the top hooks on the Backbox and push it down (Landscape) onto 

the bottom snaps or on the left side and push it to the right (Portrait) (FIG. 5). 

Press gently but firmly on the ends until the snaps “click” to lock it down.

WARNING

: If you see a gap between the panel and the Backbox, or feel any binding while 

locking down the panel, stop immediately and verify that no cables or other items are in the 
way. Do not force the panel into position, as this can cause damage to the touch screen or 
the panel electronics.

12. Reconnect the terminal Ethernet and USB to their respective locations on the Ethernet 

port.

Powering On/Off X Series Panels

Modero X Series touch panels may be powered on by touching and holding the 

Sleep

 button. 

To power off the panel, press and hold the Sleep button, and select 

Power Off

 on the on-

screen menu (FIG. 6): 

Configuration and Programming

X Series touch panels are equipped with a 

Settings

 menu that provides the ability to 

configure various features on the panels. 

To access the 

Settings

 menu, press and hold the Sleep button, and select 

Settings

.

Note

: Information on the Settings menu, panel configuration, and programming is provided in 

the 

Modero X Series Programming Guide

, available at www.amx.com.

Setting the Panel’s Device Number and Device Name

1. In the Settings menu, select 

NetLinx

. This opens a password keypad.

2. Enter the panel password into the keypad (the default is 

1988

) and select 

OK

 to access 

the 

NetLinx

 page.

3. Press 

Device Number

 to open the NetLinx editing window.

4. Enter a unique Device Number assignment for the panel and press 

OK

.

5. Enter a unique Device Name assignment for the panel and press 

OK

.

Configuring the Panel’s IP Address

These steps configure the panel to communicate with a network; it is still necessary to 
connect to the NetLinx Master (see 

Connecting to a NetLinx Master 

below).

Network Communication via DHCP

1. In the 

Ethernet

 page, press 

DHCP/Static

 field to open the 

DHCP/Static 

window. Note 

that 

DHCP

 is the default setting.

2. Select 

Host Name

, enter the new host name

3. Press 

OK

 to save changes.

Network Communication via Static Address

1. In the 

Ethernet

 page, press 

DHCP/Static

 to open the 

DHCP/Static

 window.

2. Select 

Static

 to open the 

Static IP

 window.

3. Press any field to open a keypad or keyboard (depending on the field), and enter the 

appropriate network address information.

4. Press 

OK

 to save your changes and return to the 

Ethernet

 page.

Connecting to a NetLinx Master

To establish the type of connection to make between the panel and the NetLinx Master:

1. In the 

NetLinx

 page, press 

Mode

 to choose the connection mode (

URL

Listen 

or

 Auto

): 

2. If password security is enabled on the target Master, enter the Username and 

Password:

a.   Select 

Username

 to open the 

NetLinx

 window.

b.   Enter the 

Username

 and 

Password 

required by the Master.

c.  

Press 

OK

 to save changes and return to the 

NetLinx

 page.

Related Software and Additional Documentation (at www.amx.com)

Programming the Modero X Series touch panels requires the use of the latest versions 

of NetLinx Studio and TPDesign4, both available to download at www.amx.com. Refer 
to the NetLinx Studio and TPDesign4 online help for information.

For additional information on the MXD-700 panel, refer to the 

X-Series Touch Panels 

MXD/T-1000, MXD/T-700 & MXD-430 Instruction Manual.

For detailed information on the Settings menu as well programming information and 

instructions on upgrading firmware, refer to the 

Modero X Series Programming Guide

.

FIG. 4  

MXD-700 Backbox Installation (Landscape)

FIG. 5  

Installing the MXD-700

#4 Screws

2X Installation Clamp
for Wall Thickness
.37 [12.03] to .98 [.25.0]

4X Knock-Outs
Remove for Cable
Routing as Needed

Mounting Surface

Backbox

Latch Hooks

Snaps

FIG. 6  

Sleep Button - Press and hold to access Power Off/Settings options

Connection Modes

Mode

Description

Procedures

URL

The device connects to the 
target Master’s IP address 
via a TCP connection.

1) Select 

URL

 in the 

Mode

 menu.

2) Enter the 

Master IP/URL

Master Port Number

and 

Username

/

Password

 (if required by the 

Master).
Press 

OK

 to save changes.

Listen

This mode allows the panel 
to “listen” for the Master’s 
communication signals. 
Note that in this mode, the 

System Number

 and 

Master 

IP/URL

 fields are read-only.

1) Select 

Listen

 in the 

Mode

 menu.

2) Confirm the panel’s IP address is on the 
Master’s URL list (via NetLinx Studio).
3) Press 

OK

 to save changes.

Note

: The Host Name (set on the Ethernet page), 

can be used to locate the panel on the Master 
(particularly useful for DHCP connections where 
the IP address can change).

Auto

Use this mode when both 
the panel and the NetLinx 
Master are on the same 
Subnet.

1) Select 

Auto

 in the 

Mode

 menu.

2) Enter the System Number and Username and 
Password (if applicable). 
3) Press 

OK

 to save changes.

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