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    ELK-M1XEP Ethernet Interface INST ALLA TION MANUAL 828-397-4200 Voice 828-397-4415 Fax http://www.elkproducts.com email: info@elkproducts.com PO Box 100 • Hwy. 70W • Hildebran, NC 28637 • USA[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 2 T able of Content s Features and Specifications .................................................................................................... ..... 3 Basics of Networking ........................................................................................................... ......... 4 Installation an[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 3 FEATURES: • Web server with embedded Java applet "M1 Virtual Keypad" • Secure connection with password protection and HTTPS encryption • Flash Memory for Firmware Updating • Event notification via E-Mail (SMTP) • Internet Monitoring and Reporting Capability • URL Updating using Dynamic DNS [...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 4 Basics of Networking WA N LAN The installer must have a basic understanding of Ethernet setup to install and configure the M1XEP. If you do not have this basic knowledge, please seek the assistance of a network professional. The Internet ISP Cable DSL Satellite Location High Speed Modem Cable Modem DSL Modem Sat[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 5 Inst allation and Hookup The following connections are required for the M1XEP Ethernet Interface. a. The DB9M 9-pin male connector should be connected to the DB9F 9-pin female serial port (port 0) on the Control using a standard 9-pin male to female serial cable (included). The unit should be mounted within 10 f[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 6 Configuration and Setup The M1XEP is supported by the M1 Family of controls with firmware version 4.3.0 or later. The M1XEP software configuration utility is built into ElkRP software version 1.5.0 or later. If you have an older version of firmware or ElkRP software, current updates can be downloaded from the M1[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 7 1.6. As previously discussed, the M1XEP is factory defaulted to DHCP, which means that it expects to be assigned a “dynamic” IP address. Be aware that a “dynamic” IP address can periodically change for many reasons, including a power down/up cycle. This is OK if you are utilizing DDNS service (see step 6[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 8 The "Email" tab is where information regarding email notification is stored. a. Enter the SMTP server’s URL or IP address. This can be up to 48 characters long. Set the port value to the correct setting for outgoing mail. The default port setting is 25. If your mail server uses a different port, your[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 9 Note: Internet monitoring requires support from the central station. Software is required at the central station to capture alarm codes from the Control. Please contact your central station and Elk Products for further information. The M1XEP will support Central Station Internet Monitoring in the future. The &qu[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 10 a. The router must be setup to allow an open port for the M1XEP to pass data packets. The same "matching" port number must be programmed into the M1XEP using the M1XEP Setup in ElkRP. The recommended (default) port is 2601. b. Also, the following ports must be opened (port forwarded) through the route[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 11 Connecting ElkRP to the Control over a Network 1. Start the ElkRP program and create or open an account. 2. Look at the lower right side of the "Account Details" screen for the two data entry blocks labeled: "System URL/IP" and "Port". 3. If ElkRP and the Control are both on the sa[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 12 Up dating the M1XEP Firmware 1. Obtain the latest M1XEP firmware version by downloading it from the M1 Dealer Site (www.elkproducts.com). Save the file in the location where updates are stored. If you do not know where the file should be saved, you can find out by choosing Options from the setup menu in ElkRP. [...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 13 Using the V irtual Keyp ad Application In order to access the M1XEPs built-in web application "M1 Virtual Keypad" your computer must have the current Java application software (at the time this manual was released the current version was 1.5.0) . There is no charge for this software and it may be down[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 14 5. Next, the "Please Wait" screen will appear. This will disappear once a secure SSL 128 bit encrypted connection has been established. This may take several seconds. 4. After a few seconds the "trust" screen should appear, asking if you wish to trust the "Elk Products Inc." Java a[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 15 At the bottom of screen there are two drop down boxes. The "Area" box allows a choice of which area (partition) to display and control. Areas are restricted by the programmed authority of the User Code that was used to gain access to Virtual Keypad. By default, the first authorized area will be displa[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 16 8. Along the left side of the screen are additional buttons which may be used to access the automation functions such as: Lighting, Tasks, Climate (Temp Sensors & HVAC), and Outputs. For example, click the 'Lighting' button to bring up the following screen. This screen populates itself with the na[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 17 1 0. Click the 'Thermostat' button to bring up the following screen. This begins with Thermostat 1, showing its current temp, mode, fan setting, and the Heat and Cool setpoints. A drop down box permits additional thermostats to be selected. Use the mouse to change any of the settings. The Up arrows ra[...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 18 1 3. Click the 'Outputs' button to display the following screen. A drop/scroll box allows outputs 1 through 32, with the "Show" option enabled, to be viewed with command options to turn them Off or On. To view and control outputs 33 through 208, check the 'Show Outputs >32' box [...]

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    ELK-M1XEP Installation Manual Page 19 Glossary of Networking T erms Router - A communications device between networks that determines the best path between them for optimal performance. Routers are used in complex networks such as enterprise-wide networks and the Internet. Port - The identifier used by Internet transport protocols to distinguish am[...]

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