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• Two tiers of memory per button.  Applies to both source select and control function buttons.

• Sequence commands, including 1 to 30 second delays, can be programmed under any button (including

the 2nd tier) without using up button spaces anywhere else on the keypad.

• Status input permits source buttons to light with +12V representing a system power ON condition as well

as the selected source.

• Intelligent Power Management. The first command in a sequence, normally a power command, will not

be sent if the status input is high (+12V).  This prevents the sending of an unintended power command
when the system or zone is already on, thus preventing unintended shutdown when switching sources.

• All Waterpad programming is done using Xantech's exclusive Dragon Drop-IR™ software system

(available separately as Model DD4).  It is a Windows

®

 based program that permits rapid configuring of

Xantech Smart Pad

2 or 3

 derivative keypad systems.  It allows the use of Xantech and/or installer prepared

command libraries.  It also permits the installer to keep computer files of all the client's keypad
configurations.

NOTE: IR commands 

cannot be "learned" directly from hand held remotes into the Waterpad.

• Memorized contents are stored in an advanced E

2

 PROM within the Waterpad learning module.   No

backup batteries are used or needed!

• Memory size is 64k Bits (8k Bytes)

• Xantech IR Receivers and other keypads can be used on the same IR bus with the Waterpad.

• The Waterpad mounts into standard 2-gang wall "J" boxes, for either new or retrofit applications.

CAUTION:  While the WATERPAD™ is submersible, it was primarily designed to withstand high humidity
or wet areas where water may be splashed on it frequently.  If you have an application where you wish
to place it under water, be sure the water is free of any corrosive agents such as chlorine.  Also, do not
submerse it deeper than 6 inches.

WATERPAD™ VERSIONS

To maximize the number of possible system applications, the Waterpad is supplied in four basic versions.
Each are defined and illustrated below with typical button icons applied.  You may choose the icons and
place them in any arrangement you wish, to best fit taste and application.  The only exception to this are
the source buttons.  These are always in the right two columns and are identified by the small LED (source)
indicators in the upper left corner of each button.  Each version includes an internal learning module, an 8-
terminal block, hardware, and an assortment of 128 button icons.

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WPK-1

This version has 20 function buttons (no source
buttons).  Use this when you have only one source
to control, such as a high capacity CD changer.

         WPK-4

This version has 16 function buttons and 4 source
buttons. Use this when you wish to control two,
three or four source components.

Summary of Contents for Waterpad WPK1

Page 1: ...ands of virtually any A V system FEATURES Operates in high moisture environments in humidities up to 100 over a temperate range of 0 F 18 C to 140 F 60 C Unit is submersible in pure water in depths up to 6 inches or so The pressure of additional depths may close the keys preventing proper operation See CAUTION note below To maximize flexibility the Waterpad is available in one four six and eight b...

Page 2: ...dule No backup batteries are used or needed Memory size is 64k Bits 8k Bytes Xantech IR Receivers and other keypads can be used on the same IR bus with the Waterpad The Waterpad mounts into standard 2 gang wall J boxes for either new or retrofit applications CAUTION While the WATERPAD is submersible it was primarily designed to withstand high humidity or wet areas where water may be splashed on it...

Page 3: ...ndtestallbuttoncommandsforproperoperation before affixing the real button Icons 6 Affix the icons to all buttons 7 Attach the inter room cable to the terminal strip and test all button commands again for proper operation 8 Mount the keypad to the wall surface A Typical 4 Source Configuration The following example will serve to illustrate this process Suppose a client wants to control an AM FM ster...

Page 4: ...t is considered an ergonomically pleasing arrangement You may however assign the buttons in any arrangement you wish to best fit taste and application The only exception to this is the 4 source buttons These are permanently assigned to the upper positions in the two right columns PROGRAMMING THE WATERPADTM The Waterpad series was designed to be programmed entirely using the Dragon Drop IRTM system...

Page 5: ...nd be sure it executes all desired commands e Be sure the membrane surfaces of the Waterpad your hands and the icon sheets are completely dry and free of any grease or dirt 1 Carefully peel off a desired icon from the sheets Try not to touch too much of the adhesive surface 2 Align it very carefully within the rectangular embossed button area on the membrane of the Waterpad and press it into place...

Page 6: ... block in a dry environment Power Management Like the Smart Pad2 or 3 the Waterpad has the ability via the STATUS terminal to prevent unintended power turnoffs when power commands are sequenced with source commands The Waterpad stops the first command in a sequence the power command when the STATUS terminal is high 12V DC ON Conversely when the system is OFF the first command power will be sent si...

Page 7: ...he cover plate to be pulled down flush to the wall in step 9 See Figs 6 8 3 Thread the 6 foot cable from the Waterpad through the Adapter Plate and through a knockout hole in the back of the J box 4 Run the 6 foot cable from the back of the J box to a dry location in an adjacent com partment or room and make connections to the 8 terminal block and the 4 conductor inter room cable Refer to Figs 3 7...

Page 8: ... or wood screws you may be able to mount the Waterpad directly to the wall surface Refer to Fig 9 and proceed as follows 1 Use the Adapter Plate as a template to mark a cutout opening for the Waterpad on the wall and to locate pilot holes for the four Adapter Plate mounting screws Also mark spots for clearance holes for the ends of the 6 32 x 1 2 cover plate screws 2 Cut the opening for the Waterp...

Page 9: ... of Dragon Drop IRTM Installation and Programming Instructions 3 The screws that attach the decorator style cover plate over the Waterpad do not screw in fully preventing the cover plate from being tightened down The wall surface is interfering with the ends of the screws preventing full tightening Clearance holes must be drilled in the wall surface to allow full travel of these screws Follow the ...

Page 10: ... 10 WPK1 1 29 01 Rev D Use these blank Waterpad panels when planning button layouts ...

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