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1 Embedded Automation, Inc. Suite #104, th Street Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 Phone: (604) Fax: (604) User Manual Page 1

2 Table of Contents REVISION HISTORY... 3 INTRODUCTION... 4 WHAT S INCLUDED IN THE BOX... 4 MPANEL HARDWARE OVERVIEW... 4 General Hardware... 4 Connectors and Interfaces... 5 Back Panel pin Back Header... 5 Reset Button... 6 MPANEL SOFTWARE OVERVIEW...7 Operating System... 7 Digital Control Interface... 7 Digital Media Interface... 8 Digital Music... 8 Digital Pictures... 8 MPANEL INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION... 9 MOUNT LOCATION PLANNING AND PREPARATION... 9 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS START UP AND CONFIGURATION Accessing the Taskbar Setting the Time Adjusting the Network Address MPANEL OPERATION Digital Control Functionality Selecting your mcontrol Server...15 Navigating the Digital Control view...17 Using Digital Media Functionality Sharing Digital Media...18 Windows Media Connect...18 Selecting and Playing Music...19 Selecting Media Servers...20 Selecting Albums, Artists, Playlists or Folders...21 Playing Music...23 Selecting and Playing Photo Slideshows...24 Selecting Media Servers...24 Selecting Albums, Artists or Folders...25 Playing Photo Slideshows...27 Setting Photo Slideshows Options...27 mpanel Menu Navigation Top Menu Navigation...29 Music Control Menu (Bottom Row)...29 Page 2

3 Revision History Revision Date Changes V October 10, 2008 Initial public document Page 3

4 Introduction mpanel is a component of Embedded Automation s mhome product family. The mpanel is a wallmountable touch screen embedded computer and acts as a portal to your Digital Home. What s Included in the Box mpanel (includes touch screen assembly and front panel) mpanel User Manual (this document) mpanel Accessories 6 Ethernet cable Screws (4) + dog leg attachments (4) Optional items Universal power adapter mcontrol license mpanel Hardware Overview General Hardware Marvell Processor PXA320, 806MHz (Arm 9-based embedded processor) 128MB SDRAM, 1GB Flash memory Power over Ethernet (PoE) implemented using two PoE (IEEE 802.3af) channels, designed to be compatible with the future high power PoE (IEEE 802.3at) standard Optional DC power connector for non PoE operations (12-19VDC at 4.5A external DC adaptor required Viewing area 7 (800 x 480), TFT LCD with 4-wire touch screen interface Mounts into wall (un-insulated) Page 4

Connectors and Interfaces Back Panel 12V to 19V DC connector (used for non-poe installs) 1x - USB Host connector 1x - USB Client connector 1x - Ethernet 10/100 (RJ45) Dual PoE (IEEE 802.

5 Connectors and Interfaces Back Panel 12V to 19V DC connector (used for non-poe installs) 1x - USB Host connector 1x - USB Client connector 1x - Ethernet 10/100 (RJ45) Dual PoE (IEEE 802.3af PD at 30Watt ) 1x - RS232 (RJ11) 1x - Speaker out (Left/Right, 20 Watts per channel) 1x Audio line in banana jack 10 pin Back Header Pin Signal Pin Signal Description 1 GND 2 Stereo Jumper Pin 1-2 for Stereo mode 3 GND 4 Left Out Left channel for external amplifier 5 GND 6 Right Out Right channel for external amplifier 7 GND 8 AMP Off 9 GND 10 MIC IN For external Mic Jumper Pin 7-8 to disable on on-board amplifier Page 5

6 Reset Button Use mpanel s reset button to restart mpanel operation. To access the mpanel reset button, the front panel must be removed. Page 6

7 mpanel Software Overview Operating System mpanel runs on a custom Windows CE 6.0 build, as engineered by Embedded Automation. Digital Control Interface mpanel automatically detects and can connect with mcontrol servers located on your Local Area Network. Use mpanel to view and control current digital home devices, including: mcontrol macros Lighting systems Security systems Climate control (e.g., thermostats) systems Cameras Vista Media Centers and attached extenders mhome Power Management Modules Page 7

Digital Media Interface Digital Music mpanel s UPnP AV Control Point technology allows it to automatically detect and stream music from any Windows Connect Media Server.

8 Digital Media Interface Digital Music mpanel s UPnP AV Control Point technology allows it to automatically detect and stream music from any Windows Connect Media Server. Using mpanel s built-in digital amplifier, this music can be played directly on attached speakers. For local music playing, mpanel will provide 7 Watts/channel and up to 20 Watts/channel at 4 Ohms or 10 Watts/channel at 8 Ohms (Peak)/channel over PoE I/II. Digital Pictures mpanel automatically detects photo libraries. Once a photo folder has been selected, mpanel can start a slide show. Page 8

mpanel Installation and Configuration Mount Location Planning and Preparation IMPORTANT: Make sure that you are satisfied with the location before making a cut out in your wall.

9 mpanel Installation and Configuration Mount Location Planning and Preparation IMPORTANT: Make sure that you are satisfied with the location before making a cut out in your wall. Select a location that is close to an Ethernet connection. This Ethernet connection will be used to connect to your local area network (LAN). The LAN will provide data information for the Digital Control Interface (mcontrol) and Digital Media Interface (Music). Optionally, your Ethernet cable will be used for power, if you will be powering the mpanel using PoE. If you are not using PoE, select a location that is close to a power outlet, so that you can connect the mpanel power adapter. Select a height that provides optimum viewing and touch operation. To plan for mpanel wall mounting, use the following diagram, which shows the area required in the wall with the front panel installed Thickness on the wall Page 9

Once, you are happy with the location, cut a rectangular opening 7.75 X 5.5 as shown. This is the opening that is required to place the mpanel in to the wall. 5.5 7.

10 Once, you are happy with the location, cut a rectangular opening 7.75 X 5.5 as shown. This is the opening that is required to place the mpanel in to the wall Mounting Instructions IMPORTANT: Ensure that all power is turned off during mounting. If you are using PoE, ensure that the Ethernet cable is unplugged at the PoE hub port. Install the speaker wires to the green connector provided, matching the left and right channels with accordingly, allow at least 6" slack to the wire. Use minimum wire gage of 16AWG. After connecting the speaker wires to the connector, plug this connector into the mpanel speaker connector Page 10

11 For Ethernet cabling, follow standard Ethernet cabling specifications. Allow at least 6" slack to the cable. Plug in the Ethernet to the mpanel. If you are using direct power, plug in the 12-19VDC to mpanel. Push the mpanel into the wall and tighten the 4 screws in each corner to secure the panel in place, do not use a power screwdriver. Turn on the power by plugging in the Ethernet connector on the PSE (POE HUB), or turn on the direct power depending on your wiring. Install the plastic faceplate to the panel by aligning the two guide pins. Once aligned the magnets on the face plate will keep the faceplate tight to the wall. Start Up and Configuration By default, mpanel is configured to use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). That is, it will automatically acquire an IP address from your network router. Within approximately 60 seconds of power up, mpanel will automatically boot to the mpanel user interface. Page 11

12 Accessing the Taskbar To configure your mpanel, you may need to access the taskbar. Select the thin grey line at the bottom of the screen. We recommend using a pointed object - but not a sharp object because it may damage the screen surface. Page 12

Setting the Time With the taskbar accessible, double-click on the time/clock on the right-hand side of the task bar. Use the dialog box to set the proper time for your region.

13 Setting the Time With the taskbar accessible, double-click on the time/clock on the right-hand side of the task bar. Use the dialog box to set the proper time for your region. Adjusting the Network Address By default, mpanel is configured to use DHCP to get an IP address from your network router. If, however, you would like to assign a static IP, using the taskbar, press the Start button on the lefthand side of the taskbar, then select Settings and finally Network and Dial-up Connections to access network settings. Page 13

14 Once the Network and Dail-Up Connection settings are available, select the AX connection to adjust the network settings. Page 14

Further, you can select the default zone for your mpanel.

15 mpanel Operation Digital Control Functionality Selecting your mcontrol Server Upon reaching the mpanel user interface screen, use the Tools button ( ) to auto-discover and set your mcontrol server. Further, you can select the default zone for your mpanel. mpanel will automatically discover a list of mcontrol servers available on your network. Select an mcontrol server from the list provided. Once you select a server, press the Apply button to accept your selection. Page 15

You can now select the default zone for this mpanel by using the Default Zone selector.

16 If you do not see your mcontrol server on this list, confirm that you have the proper firewall settings on your mcontrol server system. You can now select the default zone for this mpanel by using the Default Zone selector. Once you have selected the default zone for this mpanel, select Save Settings & Close. mpanel will now display the default zone for the selected mcontrol server. Page 16

17 Navigating the Digital Control view Use the following controls to navigate the digital control view. Icon Function Move to next device (will be grey if there are no devices to the right) Move to previous device (will be grey if there are no device to the left) Show device filter Hide device filter Page 17

Using Digital Media Functionality Sharing Digital Media mpanel can automatically select and play digital media from UPnP-enabled digital media servers.

18 Using Digital Media Functionality Sharing Digital Media mpanel can automatically select and play digital media from UPnP-enabled digital media servers. The following digital media servers technologies are supported by the mpanel: Windows Media Connect (included as part of Windows Media Player 11) <More to be announced> To allow mpanel to select and play digital media from your digital media server, you must first permit sharing of your digital media by your digital media server. Windows Media Connect To share digital media managed by Windows Media Connect (i.e., Windows Media Player 11), from within Windows Media Player, select the library you would like to share and right-click to initiate Media Sharing: Page 18

Selecting and Playing Music To select and play music, use the Music ( ) button to select a

19 Enable sharing by checking the Share my media to option. Click OK to finish. mpanels may not be visible within the list provided by the Media Sharing dialog box. Selecting and Playing Music To select and play music, use the Music ( ) button to select a music server. Once a music server is selected, you can select a music album, artist, playlist or folder to listen to. Page 19

Server selection field to select from a list of available media

20 Selecting Media Servers Upon pressing the music button, mpanel will display the Media Server selection screen: Use the Media Server selection field to select from a list of available media servers. Press the Back button to return to the Media Player screen. Page 20

Use the Artists button to select from a list of artists.

21 Selecting Albums, Artists, Playlists or Folders Use the Albums button to select from a list of albums. To play an album, simply select an album from the list. Use the Artists button to select from a list of artists. Once an artist is selected, only albums, artists or playlists for that artist are shown. Select All Artists to show a list of all artists. Page 21

22 Use the Playlists button to select from a list of playlists. To play a playlist, simply select a playlist from the list. Similarly, use the Folders button to select from a list of folders. To play a folder, simply select a folder from the list. Press the Back button to return to the Media Player screen. Page 22

23 Playing Music Once an album, playlist or folder has been selected, mpanel will begin playing the selected item. Use the following controls to manage music playback. Icon Function Shuffle music setting Repeat music setting Stop song Previous song Next song Music control slider Show play list Hide play list Page 23

24 Selecting and Playing Photo Slideshows To select and play photo slideshows, use the Photo ( ) button to select a photo server. Once a photo server is selected, you can select a photo album, playlist or folder to view. Selecting Media Servers Upon pressing the photo button, mpanel will display the Media Server selection screen: Page 24

Selecting Albums, Artists or Folders Use the Albums button to select from

25 Use the Media Server selection field to select from a list of available media servers. Press the Back button to return to the previous screen. Selecting Albums, Artists or Folders Use the Albums button to select from a list of albums. To play an album, simply select an album from the list. Page 25

26 Use the Playlists button to select from a list of playlists. To play a playlist, simply select a playlist from the list. Similarly, use the Folders button to select from a list of folders. To play a folder, simply select a folder from the list. Press the Back button to return to the previous screen. Page 26

To stop the slideshow, simply touch the screen.

27 Playing Photo Slideshows Once an album, playlist or folder has been selected, mpanel will begin playing the selected item. To stop the slideshow, simply touch the screen. Setting Photo Slideshows Options To adjust photo slideshow settings, select the photo slideshow drop down option list and then select the Settings option. Page 27

28 Use the Photo Frame Settings dialog box to select the settings for mpanel s photo slideshow playback. Photo Slideshow Options Delay between pictures Picture Option Comments Number of seconds between pictures (1-20 seconds) How the photo should be displayed: Fit Fit Width Fit Height Original Size Page 28

29 mpanel Menu Navigation Top Menu Navigation Icon Function Go to the default digital control zone Select another digital control zone Select photo servers and select albums, playlists and folders Select music servers and select albums, artists, playlists and folders Go to mpanel setup Music Control Menu (Bottom Row) Icon Function Adjust the sound system parameters Mute music toggle Volume control (decrease) Volume control (increase) Volume control slider Page 29

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