Connecting Devices
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Connecting Devices - Third-Party Devices
There are two possible approaches to adding third-party (controlled) devices to the system:
Adding Module-Supported Devices
: These devices are supported by Duet Modules that are
packaged with VA that provide device and control information. These can connect to t6he
Central Controller either directly or through an appropriate expansion device.
Adding DDDP devices
: These devices use Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol (DDDP) to
connect and communicate with the Central Controller via Ethernet, via a Network Switch
(FIG. 48).
Note that there is an entry for "DDDP Device" under each of the device categories in the Devices tab of
the Toolbox (in addition to the specific manufacturers and models represented for each device type). To
hide all "DDDP Device" listings, de-select the Show DDDP Devices option in the Devices tab (FIG. 49).
FIG. 47
Connecting Devices - Remotes
VA requires that each remote has it's own receiver.
FIG. 48
Connecting Devices - Third-Party Devices