Lightware RAP-B511 Room Automation Panel Quick Start Guide

This guide provides essential information for the installation and initial setup of the Lightware RAP-B511 series Room Automation Panels.

Product Overview

The Lightware Room Automation Panel (RAP) series, including models RAP-B511-EU, RAP-B511-UK, and RAP-B511-US, are integrated room control interface devices designed for collaboration spaces. They feature a programmable keypad, a volume knob, and an embedded processor running Lightware's Event Manager application. RAPs enable users to initiate actions within Lightware products or third-party devices through button presses or scheduled tasks. They include real-time clock functionality with NTP and automatic daylight saving adjustments for timed events.

All RAP-B511 models share the same front and rear panel controls, differing only in enclosure size and color.

Important Safety Instructions

Please read the supplied safety instruction document before using the product and keep it available for future reference.

Front View (RAP-B511-EU-K)

The front panel features user-interactive elements:

1. Buttons: 11 configurable buttons with normal and long press detection. Each button has a programmable background light with five modes: off, low bright, high bright, slow blink, or sine pulse, providing feedback on button status and actions. Button labels are customizable using provided transparent caps and labels.
2. Rotary LEDs: Eight green LEDs that provide visual feedback on the current position of the jog dial knob. As the knob is rotated (e.g., to increase volume), LEDs illuminate sequentially. One level of illumination indicates half brightness.
3. Rotary knob: A jog dial for controlling volume on a 16-level scale or for other programmed functions via turning and clicking. Pressing the knob toggles mute status, indicated by the Mute LED.
4. Mute LED: Provides feedback on the mute status of the volume. It is illuminated when muted and off when unmuted.
5. IR detector: A built-in IR eye for receiving infrared signals from remote controllers or compatible smartphones.

Hidden Functions (Front View)

Accessing the hidden functions requires removing the front plate by hand. Behind the plate, a USB connector, two buttons, and a live LED are visible:

1. USB Port: A USB mini-B connector used for Lightware Device Controller (LDC) access or firmware upgrades.
2. Reset Button: A hidden button to restart the device.
3. Factory default: A hidden button to reload factory default settings.
4. Live LED: Indicates the device's operational status:
- Blinking: Unit is powered and ready.
- On: Device is powered, but the CPU is not running.
- Off: Unit is not powered or out of operation.

Rear View (RAP-B511-EU-K)

The rear panel provides connectivity options:

1. GPIO: A 4-pole Phoenix connector for configurable general-purpose input/output.
2. RS-232 port: A 3-pole Phoenix connector for bi-directional serial communication, allowing control of or communication with third-party devices.
3. DC Input: A 2-pole Phoenix connector for powering the device via a local 48V DC adaptor.
4. Ethernet port: Two RJ45 connectors for Ethernet communication. Both are PoE-compatible. One port acts as a PoE receiver (PoE IN), and the other can send PoE power (PoE OUT).

Connecting Steps

Connect external devices to the RAP-B511 as follows:

GPIO: Connect a controller or controlled device (e.g., a relay box) to the GPIO port.
RS-232: Optionally connect a controller or controlled device (e.g., a projector) to the RS-232 port for serial communication.
LAN: Connect the RAP to a LAN network for control. The PoE OUT LAN port can also connect to a PoE-compatible device for remote powering and control.
IR: The built-in IR detector is ready to receive IR signals without additional connections.
Power: Powering on the device is recommended as the final installation step. Refer to the Power Supply Options section.

Box Contents

The package typically includes:

Button panel (RAP-B511 unit)
Safety and Warranty information
Quick Start Guide
Phoenix connectors (3-pole and 4-pole)
Transparent button caps (in a plastic bag)
Labels for button caps

Power Supply Options

The RAP-B511 series is compatible with IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE). The device can be powered in three ways:

Local adaptor and remote power (PoE OUT): Power the RAP using a local 48V DC adaptor. The RAP can then send remote power via its PoE OUT RJ45 connector to other PoE-compatible devices.
Remote power injector (PoE IN): Power the RAP remotely using a PoE-compatible power injector, such as a PoE-compatible switch, connected to the POE IN RJ45 connector.
Standalone Matrix or Matrix board (PoE IN): Power the RAP via a matrix board over a CATx (TPS) cable. The output board requires an external PSU. Connect to the POE IN RJ45 connector.

Diagrammatic representation of power options:

Option 1: 48V DC Power adaptor connected to the RAP-B511-EU-K, with power sent out from the PoE OUT port to another PoE-compatible unit.
Option 2: A PoE-compatible switch connected to the RAP-B511-EU-K via the POE IN port.
Option 3: An external power supply connected to a matrix board (TPS2 I/O board with PoE extension), which then powers the RAP-B511-EU-K via a CATx (TPS) cable connected to the POE IN port.

Mounting Options

The RAP-B511 series requires specific outlet boxes for installation:

RAP-B511-EU: Requires a Double EU wall box (65mm depth). Examples include Legrand models 080102, 080122, 080042, 080052, 080142, 2x080141, 2x080151, 2x080161, 081942.
RAP-B511-UK: Requires a Double UK wall box. An example is Appleby SB628 Galvanised Steel Knockout boxes (2G, 47mm depth).
RAP-B511-US: Requires a Double US wall box. An example is Carlon B225R-UPC Switch/Outlet Box (2-Gang, 2-3/4” depth).

Mount into the Outlet Box

Follow these steps to mount the RAP-B511 into an outlet box:

Gently pull apart the front plate from the RAP-B511 unit.
Secure the RAP-B511 to the outlet box using the provided screws (four screws for yellow holes, or two screws for red holes on the -EU model).
Insert the RAP-B511 into the outlet box, aligning the mounting holes.
Fasten the front side of the device to the outlet box with the screws.
Place the front plate back onto the RAP-B511 unit.

Diagrams show the front plate being separated from the RAP-B511 unit, and then the unit being secured into an outlet box for EU, UK, and US models.

Label and Cap Fixation

Customize button labels for clarity:

Insert the desired label into the transparent button cap.
Place the cap onto the button. Note that some caps may need to be rotated by 90 degrees due to different button orientations.

The size of the button label is 9.9 x 9.9 mm.

Software Control – Using Lightware Device Controller (LDC)

The RAP-B511 can be controlled and configured via an Ethernet connection using the Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software. Download LDC from www.lightware.com, install it on a Windows PC or macOS, and connect to the device via Ethernet.

Firmware Upgrade

Keep the device updated using the Lightware Device Updater (LDU2) software. Connect via Ethernet, download LDU2 and the latest firmware package from www.lightware.com.

Device Configuration and Reset

Set Dynamic IP Address (DHCP): Press and hold the 2nd button for 5 seconds until front panel LEDs blink, then press it 3 times quickly. DHCP will be enabled.
Reset the Device: Press and hold the 5th and 9th buttons for 10 seconds. Release them; the mute LED will light up during restart.
Restore Factory Default Settings: Press and hold the 2nd button for 10 seconds (LEDs blink after 5 seconds, then blink faster). Release the button, then press it 3 times quickly. This restores default IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DHCP status, TCP/IP ports, RS-232 settings, GPIO output level, and direction.

User Interface Configuration - Buttons

Configure button operations and LED functions using LDC software:

Run LDC and navigate to the UI Config menu.
Select a button icon.
Choose a Button Operation Mode: Momentary, Toggle, or Radio Group (1-5). The mode determines how the interaction state changes upon button press/release, affecting LED functions and actions.
Set the Button LED Function: Assign different functions or behaviors (off, low bright, high bright, slow blink, sine pulse) for the true and false states of the interaction.
Configure Button Actions: Select actions from a list, specifying details like IP addresses or GPIO states. Actions can be triggered on state change to true or false.
Test Button Press: Use LDC to verify button functionality.
View configured actions in the LDC's right block.

Button Operation Modes:

Momentary: Interaction state changes to true on press, false on release.
Toggle: Interaction state flips between true and false on each press.
Radio Group (1-5): Buttons belong to groups (max 11 buttons per group). Only one button in a group can be active (true state) at a time.

User Interface Configuration - Rotary

Configure the jog dial for volume control or other functions via LDC:

Run LDC and navigate to the UI Config menu.
Select the rotary icon.
Choose the interface for commands: RS-232 or Ethernet (requires IP address and port).
Select a volume control schema: LWR (for Lightware devices, requires audio port number) or Custom (for sending custom serial/Ethernet messages).
Save the configuration.

Rotary LEDs provide visual feedback on the knob's position, illuminating sequentially as the volume increases.

Port Details

Ethernet

The RAP-B511 features two RJ45 Ethernet ports supporting 10/100 Mbps. They have auto-crossover functionality and handle both patch and cross TP cables. One port receives PoE, the other can send PoE.

RS-232

A 3-pole Phoenix connector enables bi-directional serial communication. The RAP-B511 acts as a DCE unit. Signal levels are:

Signal	Output voltage (V)
Logic low level	3 - 15
Logic high level	-15 - 3

RS-232 connector pin assignment:

Pin nr.	Signal
1	Ground
2	TX data
3	RX data

Infra

The built-in IR detector can learn and store up to 20 IR fingerprint (hash) codes, which can be used as conditions in Event Manager for custom remote controller compatibility.

GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output Ports)

Three GPIO pins operate at TTL digital signal levels (Push-Pull), configurable as input or output. The total available current is 180 mA.

Input voltage (V)	Output voltage (V)	Max. current (mA)
Logic low level: 0 - 0.8	Logic low level: 0 - 0.5	30
Logic high level: 2 -5	Logic high level: 4.5 - 5	18

GPIO connector pin assignment:

Pin nr.	Signal
1, 2, 3	Configurable
4	Ground

Recommended cable: AWG24 (0.2 mm²) or alarm cable (4x0.22 mm²).

Wiring Guide for RS-232 Data Transmission

Examples for connecting the RAP-B511 (DCE unit) to DCE or DTE devices via RS-232:

Lightware device and a DCE

Connection between D-SUB 9 and Phoenix connector:

D-SUB 9 Pin 2 (TX) connects to Phoenix Pin 2 (TX data).
D-SUB 9 Pin 3 (RX) connects to Phoenix Pin 3 (RX data).
D-SUB 9 Pin 5 (Ground) connects to Phoenix Pin 5 (Ground).

Lightware device and a DTE