Installation & Operation
Connection Options
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MOuNTINg
The PCM-4 can be located on a secure, flat surface or mounted horizontally or vertically using the
mounting slots or four mounting holes at the corners of the enclosure or on either end of the PCM-4.
POWERINg THE PCM-4
1) AC Adapter: Connect the included power supply (12VDC/1Amp) to the power jack on the PCM-4.
or
2) Ethernet Port (Power over Ethernet): Connect a Cat-5 cable to a PoE compatible router/switch or a
PoE injector.
NOTE: The PCM-4 CANNOT be powered directly from an RTI control processor or connecting block.
uSB PORT - uPDATINg FIRMWARE
The PCM-4 firmware is updated via the integrated USB port using a USB-A to Micro-B cable (included).
Check the RTI website to see if there is a new firmware for the PCM-4 at
www.rticorp.com/dealers
.
ETHERNET NETWORK CONNECTION
The PCM-4 Ethernet port provides communication with a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network (LAN) for
control via an RTI XP series control processor. The port is compatible with Cat-5 cable with an RJ-45
termination (568B). The NET LINK light located on the top of the PCM-4 will be lit red when connected to
the LAN and flashes when there is network activity.
1) Connect to the Ethernet network - Connect a Cat-5 cable to the Ethernet network (LAN) and the
PCM-4 will receive an IP address from the network router via DHCP.
2) Find the MAC address of the PCM-4 - Located on the unit and on the MAC address card in the box.
3) In Integration Designer, click on the XP processor and add the PCM-4 as an expansion device.
4) Enter the MAC address of the PCM-4 into the configuration fields. This will allow the RTI system to
locate the PCM-4 on the network.
NOTE: Setting a static IP address is unnecessary and not recommended. However, you can change IP
address settings in
Integration Designer
and download this information into the PCM-4 via the USB port.
PROgRAMMINg THE PCM-4
The system configuration that is created in
Integration Designer
is downloaded into the PCM-4 across the
Ethernet network automatically. No direct programming of the PCM-4 is required unless the IP address
configuration is adjusted (see NOTE above).
NOTE: The port LEDs will continuously cycle until communication has been established with an XP series
control processor, at which point they blink twice and stop. Port LEDs then indicate IR/RS-232 activity.
MPIO PORTS - CONNECTINg IR EMITTERS
The multi-purpose I/O ports on the PCM-4 are compatible with industry standard infrared emitters. Each
output port is capable of driving up to four infrared emitters directly. The use of more than four infrared
emitters requires the addition of an amplified connecting block. A connecting block can be wired up to
1000 feet away from the PCM-4 using #22 AWG (minimum) wire.
Adjusting IR Output gain
The IR output gain can be separately adjusted for each of the four output ports. If adjustment is needed,
rotate the IR output controls on the top of the PCM-4 clockwise for higher output power, or counter-
clockwise for lower output power.
MPIO PORTS - CONNECTINg POWER SENSOR MODuLES (VPS-1)
The multi-purpose I/O ports on the PCM-4 are compatible with RTI power sensing modules (e.g. VPS-1).
Follow the guide included with the modules for installation instructions.
MPIO PORTS - CONNECTINg RS-232 COMMuNICATION MODuLES (CM-232)
The multi-purpose I/O ports on the PCM-4 are compatible with RTI communication modules (e.g. CM-
232) for one-way RS-232 communication. Follow the guide included with the module for installation
instructions.
VOLTAgE TRIggER OuTPuT
The TRIG OUT jack (3.5mm mono plug) allows the PCM-4 to deliver a 12VDC/100mA voltage trigger to
devices. The TRIG OUT LED will light when voltage is sent.
RESET
ETHERNET
EXPANSION
PORT 1
PORT 2
PORT 3
PORT 4
PORT 5
PORT 6
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+
+
+
+
+
USB
RTI COM
POWER
STATUS
RS-232
POWER / IR
+12VDC T3-24VDC SENSE RELAYS (+30VDC, 5A MAX)
IR OUTPUT LEVEL
1
2
Model
XP-6
Advanced Control Processor
RTI XP-6
Silkscreen Graphics
May 27, 2010
Scale 1:1
Dimensions:
W: 6.8 Inches (173 mm) (Including wings)
H: 2.9 Inches (74 mm)
H: 1.2 Inches (31mm)
The following diagram shows one of the configurations that can be used with the PCM-4.
ZM-24 Transceiver Module
Power
Supply
PCM-4 Port Control Module
Product Contents
Contents within the box include the following items:
•
One (1) PCM-4 Port Control Module
•
One (1) 12VDC/1A power supply
•
One (1) USB cable: USB-A to Micro-B
•
One (1) Quick reference guide
•
One (1) Card with Ethernet MAC address and serial number
PCM-4
Port Control Module
Each IR output can drive up to
four emitters directly. More than
four emitters require an amplified
connecting block.
Direct to IR Port
Single or Dual
IR Emitters
CM-232 Communication Module
(RS-232 One-way)
Voltage From
Power Supply
IR Emitter
Equipment with switched outlet
or voltage trigger output
IR Connecting Block
Network Hub/Switch
RTI Remote Control
XP-6 Control Processor
Power
Supply
MPIO Connection Options
Tip = 12 VDC (+)
Ring = Ground (-)
Voltage Trigger Output
Outputs 12VDC/100mA
Uses 3.5mm Mono Plug
To device being triggered.
Ex. TV lift, Screen, Drapes etc.