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UDM-1604 Endeleo Multi-Format Distribution Hub
Protocols and IR Learning
Overview
Protocols for serial and infrared devices used in the system can be created from the Protocols option.
These protocols will allow the UDM Hub to control serial and infrared devices connected via the Hub.
For serial devices the following information is key to the successful function of the serial device;
Serial cable and pinouts;
Serial settings for correct communication with the device and
Manufacturer’s command strings equivalent to the command to be executed from the UDM
Hub.
For IR devices the device’s Infrared controls (remote control key presses) will have to be learned by the
UDM Hub.
Creating a Serial Protocol
1. Click on the Protocols option.
2. If a serial protocol is required click on the downward arrow beside the Serial Protocol field. Click
on New.
3. Name the serial protocol appropriately and assign the protocol a setting (baud rate, parity etc.).
4. Once the protocol has been named and a setting (baud rate, Parity) configured, click on Initialise –
this will clear the RX of any pre-loaded serial commands.
5. Select an Action to be performed from the Action drop down menu e.g. Power off or Power on
(FIG. 35).
6. Key in the Serial command (serial string) equivalent for this action.
7. Click on Add to create the new protocol.
8. Repeat if necessary for other serial commands which are to be stored under this protocol name.
9. Once completed the protocol can now be assigned to relevant devices.
FIG. 34 Creating a new serial protocol
When configuring the serial settings OP means Odd, Parity and EP means Even,
Parity.
FIG. 35 Creating a serial command for the action
The serial string which reflects the action has to be accurate for the serial command
to work. Consult the Manufacturer’s web site or documentation to ascertain the
correct string for this serial device.