Programming the mio r-3, Overview, Using the programming jack on the mio r-3 – AMX Mio Modero R-3 User Manual

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Programming The Mio R-3

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Mio Modero R-3 Remote

Programming The Mio R-3

Overview

Most functionality of the Mio R-3 is handled using the KeypadBuilder application. Go to www.amx.com for
the KeypadBuilder Instruction Manual.

The Mio R-3 recognizes a select number of Serial Commands. For a full list and descriptions, consult the
Serial Commands section on page 14.

Using the Programming Jack on The Mio R-3

The programming jack is used for communication between the device and KeypadBuilder. The programming
jack uses a three-wire, 2.5mm stereo jack. The programming cable (FG10-817) may be ordered from AMX if
you do not currently possess one. The Mio R-3 communicates at a 115200 baud rate.

Downloading KeypadBuilder Configuration Files

1.

Set the Mio R-3 Download mode to ON. See the Setup Mode section on page 7 for details.

2.

Flip and turn the device so that the buttons are facing away from you and the device is upside down.

3.

Holding the device in both hands, place your thumbs on the battery door and slide the battery door free.
The battery door will slide in the direction of the bottom end of the device.

4.

Connect the 2.5mm stereo plug (male) end of the programming cable (FG10-817) into the programming
jack on the bottom side of the remote device.

5.

If necessary, connect the DB-9 end of the programming cable to the female DB-9 connector on the DB-9
extension cable (FG10-727).

6.

Connect the female DB-9 terminal end of the extension cable to the port on the back of your computer.

7.

Configure the communication parameters in KeypadBuilder.

Updating Mio R-3 Firmware

Updating firmware in the Mio R-3 is also done through the programming jack. To update the main firmware
for the Mio R-3:

1.

Connect the Mio R-3 to your computer via the programming jack (FIG. 4).

2.

Put the device into Download mode, as shown on page 7.

3.

Open NetLinx Studio.

4.

Set the Master Communication Settings to Axcess Master and set the baud rate to 115200.

FIG. 4

Connecting The Keypad Device to Your PC

Stereo plug male

Cable FG10-817 to cable FG10-727

Keypad device to PC

Programming jack

Mio R-3

programming cable

DB-9 connector

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