Installation Guide
NOVARA
KeyPads
Overview
NOVARA KeyPads can be daisy-chained to provide up to 32 buttons in any
configuration, as well as connectivity to a NetLinx controller.
•
NOVARA KeyPads feature one bi-directional RS-232 port, with accompanying
loop-through port.
•
8 and 16 button layouts are available. Each button has LED feedback.
NOVARA KeyPads include:
Product Specifications
Mounting Specifications
Refer to the Product Specifications table above for dimensions. Dimensional drawings
are available in the
NOVARA ControlPads Operation/Reference Guide.
Minimum Internal Clearance for US Conduit Boxes
To ensure a proper fit with sufficient clearance, US-style NOVARA KeyPads require
the following minimum internal dimensions within the conduit box:
•
US 1-Gang (HWD): 2.9” x 2.1” x 1.6” (7.36 cm x 5.33 cm x 4.06 cm)
•
US 3-Gang (HWD): 2.9” x 5.6” x 1.6” (14.22 cm x 5.33 cm x 4.06 cm)
These minimum interior dimensions will maintain a minimum .050” (1.27 cm)
clearance around the NOVARA unit.
Wiring and Connections
KeyPads - Rear Panel Connectors
FIG. 2 shows the rear panel connectors of the NOVARA KeyPads, and indicates a
typical installation:
Note
: The rear panel connector layout is identical for all NOVARA KeyPads.
RS-232 Connections
Power Supply Connector
FIG. 2 illustrates connecting the KeyPad to the included power supply.
Note
: The Power Supply polarities on NOVARA KeyPad are opposite to that of other
AMX equipment.
•
Connect the White strip lead to the
+VE
terminal on the ControlPad
•
Connect the Black strip lead to the
–VE
terminal
FIG. 1
NOVARA KeyPads
NOVARA KeyPads
Name
Description
Colors/FG#s
SP-08-US
8-Button
KeyPad
Fits 1-gang US conduit
boxes.
See Mounting
Specifications for details.
• White: FG1310-08-SW
• Black: FG1310-08-SB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-SA
SP-08-UK
8-Button
KeyPad
Fits standard 2-gang UK
conduit box sizes.
• White: FG1310-08-KW
• Black: FG1310-08-KB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-KA
SP-08-EU
8-Button
KeyPad
Fits standard 2-gang
European conduit box
sizes.
• White: FG1310-08-EW
• Black: FG1310-08-EB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-08-EA
SP-16-TR-US
16-Button
KeyPad
Fits 3-gang US conduit
boxes.
See Mounting
Specifications for details.
• White: FG1310-16-SW
• Black: FG1310-16-SB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-16-SA
SP-16-TR-UK
16-Button
KeyPad
Fits standard 3-gang UK
conduit box sizes.
• White: FG1310-16-KW
• Black: FG1310-16-KB
• Brushed Aluminum: FG1310-16-KA
NOVARA KeyPads
Power Requirements:
• SP-08: Min: 80mA / Max: 130mA @ 12 VDC
• SP-16: Min: 100mA / Max: 210mA @ 12 VDC
Button Layout:
• 8 and 16 button
• Blue, backlit buttons with controllable feedback
Rear Panel Connectors:
• RS-232 port, with accompanying loop-through port.
• Power connectors
RS232 Protocol:
• Baud Rate: 9600
• Data Bits: 8
• Stop Bits: 1
• Parity: No Parity
Dimensions:
• SP-08-US: 4.685" x 2.913" x 1.034"
(11.899 cm x 7.399 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-08-UK: 3.386" x 5.787" x 1.034"
(8.600 cm x 14.698 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-08-EU: 3.150" x 5.984" x 1.034"
(8.001 cm x 15.199 cm x 2.626 cm)
• SP-16-TR-US: 4.724" x 6.693" x 1.037"
(11.998 cm x 17.000 cm x 2.633 cm)
• SP-16-TR-UK: 4.331" x 9.055" x 1.037"
(11.000 cm x 22.999 cm x 2.633 cm)
Weight:
• SP-08-US: 0.30 lbs (136.08 g)
• SP-08-UK/EU: 0.35 lbs (158.76 g)
• SP-16-TR-US: 0.55 lbs (249.48 g)
• SP-16-TR-UK: 0.65 lbs (294.84 g)
SP-08-US
SP-08-UK
SP-16-TR-US
SP-16-TR-UK
SP-08-EU
NOVARA KeyPads (Cont.)
Included Accessories:
• Button Kit - includes acetate sheet with 50 pre-cut
button label inserts and clear plastic Key Caps
w/ 8 Key Caps: MA1301-01
w/ 16 Key Caps: MA1301-02
• Installation Kit - includes 6-pin captive wire
connector and mounting screws (KA1310-01).
• External 12V Power Supply (57-1301-SA)
Other AMX Equipment:
• 8 Button Kit (MA1301-01)
• 16 Button Kit (MA1301-02)
Certifications:
• UL/IEC 60950
• FCC/CE
• RoHS compliant
FIG. 2
NOVARA KeyPads - Rear Panel Connectors
FIG. 3
RS232 Control - Connections
Power
NetLinx Master
(RS232 port)
Supply
To other
KeyPad
TO
S
ATE
LLIT
E
TO
CO
NTR
OLP
AD
From KeyPad
RX
TX
Gnd
External Controller
Feedback
TX
RX
Gnd
