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| The CommandFusion Solo is an IP-enabled all-in-one control system.\\ | The CommandFusion Solo is an IP-enabled all-in-one control system.\\ | ||
| On-board ports include RS232 (with flow control), IR (which also operate as 1-way RS232 transmission ports), IR Blaster on 3 sides, dry contact inputs and Ethernet.\\ | On-board ports include RS232 (with flow control), IR (which also operate as 1-way RS232 transmission ports), IR Blaster on 3 sides, dry contact inputs and Ethernet.\\ | ||
| - | The Solo features an on-board real time clock, allowing it to perform [[software:system-commander:scheduling|advanced scheduling]] functionality. | + | The Solo features an on-board real time clock, allowing it to perform advanced scheduling functionality. |
| There are two card slots that can be used to expand the Solo with additional functionality, such as DALI, IO, RS485, CFLink and more.\\ | There are two card slots that can be used to expand the Solo with additional functionality, such as DALI, IO, RS485, CFLink and more.\\ | ||
| - | See the List of Cards for more details. | + | See the [[hardware:cards|List of Cards]] for more details. |
| ===== Quick Reference Guide ===== | ===== Quick Reference Guide ===== | ||
| - | The Solo Quick Reference Guide provides the basic information required to get started on a printable, black and white document that can be easily taken with you to a job site. [[http://www.commandfusion.com/hardware/solo#downloads|Find the Solo Quick Reference Guide here.]] | + | The Solo Quick Reference Guide provides the basic information required to get started on a printable, black and white document that can be easily taken with you to a job site. [[http://www.commandfusion.com/docs/quick/QuickReferenceGuide-Solo.pdf|Find the Solo Quick Reference Guide here.]] |
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| + | ===== Solo Configuration ===== | ||
| + | The Solo features a built in web page configuration. Simply enter the IP Address of the Solo into any web browsers to begin configuration.\\ | ||
| + | [[hardware:solo:configuration|Click here to learn more about configuring the Solo.]] | ||
| ===== CFLink Protocol ===== | ===== CFLink Protocol ===== | ||
| Although the Solo does not have an on-board CFLink port, it still shares the same protocol for communication and control.\\ | Although the Solo does not have an on-board CFLink port, it still shares the same protocol for communication and control.\\ | ||
| + | Use the CFLink protocol over TCP or UDP on port 10207, or via a WebSocket on port 80.\\ | ||
| See the [[hardware:cflink:solo-cflink-protocol|Solo CFLink Protocol page]] for more details. | See the [[hardware:cflink:solo-cflink-protocol|Solo CFLink Protocol page]] for more details. | ||
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| - | By default, the Solo is configured to communicate over both ''**UDP broadcasting** and **TCP** on port **10207**''. | + | By default, the Solo is configured to communicate over both ''**UDP broadcasting** and **TCP** on port **10207**, and WebSocket on port **80**''. |
| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
| ==== RS232 ==== | ==== RS232 ==== | ||
| - | The 6-pin connector is used to communicate with RS232 devices.\\ | + | The 6-pin connector (2 x detachable 3-pin spring terminals) is used to communicate with RS232 devices.\\ |
| These 6 pins can be used for either: | These 6 pins can be used for either: | ||
| * 1 x RS232 with flow control (RTS & CTS). | * 1 x RS232 with flow control (RTS & CTS). | ||
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| === Pinout === | === Pinout === | ||
| In 2 x RS232 mode: | In 2 x RS232 mode: | ||
| - | - Tx (Port 1) | + | - P01 Tx |
| - | - GND (Port 1) | + | - P01 GND |
| - | - Rx (Port 1) | + | - P01 Rx |
| - | - Tx (Port 2) | + | - P02 Tx |
| - | - GND (Port 2) | + | - P02 GND |
| - | - Rx (Port 2) | + | - P02 Rx |
| In 1 x RS232 with flow control mode: | In 1 x RS232 with flow control mode: | ||
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| ==== Dry Contacts ==== | ==== Dry Contacts ==== | ||
| - | The 8-pin connector is for dry contact inputs. These can be used as button switch inputs, sensor inputs, etc.\\ | + | The 8-pin connector (2 x detachable 4-pin spring terminals) is for dry contact inputs. These can be used as button switch inputs, sensor inputs, etc.\\ |
| Anything that closes a contact can be used as an input to trigger macros via the on-board rules engine. | Anything that closes a contact can be used as an input to trigger macros via the on-board rules engine. | ||
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| ==== IR (and 1 way RS232) ==== | ==== IR (and 1 way RS232) ==== | ||
| - | The 12-pin connector is for wired IR emitter outputs and 1 way RS232 (transmit only).\\ | + | The 12-pin connector (2 x detachable 6-pin connectors) is for wired IR emitter outputs and 1 way RS232 (transmit only).\\ |
| These can be used to send IR signals to control AV equipments, fans, airconditioning, etc.\\ | These can be used to send IR signals to control AV equipments, fans, airconditioning, etc.\\ | ||
| - | They can also be configured to transmit RS232 messages to control external RS232 devices. | + | They can also be configured to transmit RS232 messages to control external RS232 devices. Note that the RS232 voltages are limited to 0-5V range, which may not be compatible with all true RS232 devices.\\ |
| + | Ports 1-5 can supply 5VDC at up to 150mA. With one emitter connected, it will be able to draw the max of 150mA current.\\ | ||
| + | The 6th port is a high-powered port that can be connected to a wired IR blaster (not supplied). Port 6 can supply 5VDC at up to 300mA. With one emitter connected, it will be able to draw the max of 300mA current.\\ | ||
| + | If multiple IR emitters are stacked on a single port, each emitter will be able to draw a portion of the maximum current. | ||
| === Pinout (left to right, top to bottom) === | === Pinout (left to right, top to bottom) === | ||
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| - P05 + | - P05 + | ||
| - P05 G | - P05 G | ||
| - | - P06 + | + | - P06 + (wired blaster) |
| - | - P06 G | + | - P06 G (wired blaster) |
| + | ==== IR Blaster ==== | ||
| + | The Solo features a built-in IR blaster that emits a high powered IR signal from 3 sides of the device via the windows.\\ | ||
| + | There are 2 x emitters behind the window on each end, and 4 x emitters behind the front window.\\ | ||
| + | Each pair of emitters is designed to emit both long range and wide angled signals. | ||
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| + | ==== IR Learner ==== | ||
| + | The Solo features an built-in IR learner that can learn the signals of most IR remotes (approx. 36 - 40 kHz range).\\ | ||
| ==== Power ==== | ==== Power ==== | ||
| - | The Solo can be powered by the 2-pin connector, or via the mini USB connector.\\ | + | The Solo can be powered by the 2-pin connector (1 x detachable screw terminal), or via the mini USB connector.\\ |
| - | Powering via this power connector requires 9-30VDC. | + | Powering via this power connector requires 9-30VDC (24VDC recommended). |
| === Pinout === | === Pinout === | ||
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| ==== Mini USB ==== | ==== Mini USB ==== | ||
| - | The Solo can be powered by the 2-pin connector, or via the mini USB connector.\\ | ||
| The mini USB port can both power the unit, and provide serial communications with a PC for configuration without a network connection.\\ | The mini USB port can both power the unit, and provide serial communications with a PC for configuration without a network connection.\\ | ||
| - | This is a standard USB port, and the standard USB power and communication pinouts apply. | + | This is a standard USB port, and the standard USB power and communication pinouts apply.\\ |
| + | Note that the Solo must be powered by the 2 pin connector for full support of some [[hardware:cards:|expansion cards]]. See the documentation for each [[hardware:cards:|specific card]] for more details. | ||
| ==== USB Host ==== | ==== USB Host ==== | ||
| The USB Host port is for communication with USB devices. This is for future expansion. | The USB Host port is for communication with USB devices. This is for future expansion. | ||
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| ==== Expansion Slots ==== | ==== Expansion Slots ==== | ||
| - | The Solo features two expansion card slots, labelled: | + | The Solo features two [[hardware:cards:|expansion card]] slots, labelled: |
| - Comms Card | - Comms Card | ||
| - Expansion Card | - Expansion Card | ||
| - | Most expansion cards will work in either slot. But some will only work in the Comms Card slot. Please check the documentation of the specific card for more details. | + | Most [[hardware:cards:|expansion cards]] will work in either slot. But some will only work in the Comms Card slot. Please check the documentation of [[hardware:cards:|each specific card]] for more details. |
| ===== Accessories ===== | ===== Accessories ===== | ||
| The Solo comes packaged with the following accessories: | The Solo comes packaged with the following accessories: | ||
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| For information on how to rest your device to factory settings, see the [[hardware:device-resetting|Device Resetting Page]]. | For information on how to rest your device to factory settings, see the [[hardware:device-resetting|Device Resetting Page]]. | ||
| - | ===== Solo Configuration ===== | + | ===== Network Connections ===== |
| - | The Solo features a built in web page configuration. Simply enter the IP Address of the Solo into any web browsers to begin configuration.\\ | + | The diagram below represents all the networking modes that the Solo is capable of. |
| - | [[hardware:solo:solo-configuration|Click here to learn more about configuring the Solo.]] | + | |
| + | {{:hardware:network_connection_diagram.svg|}} | ||
hardware/solo.txt · Last modified: 2015/09/11 02:33 by jarrod
