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FCC ID: 2ATJUCENTRO-8M

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CENTRO 8M CONTROL AND AUTOMATION Product Specification Product Overview Processing Broadcom BCM2837B0, Cortex-A53 64-bit SoC @ 1.4GHz Memory 1GB LPDDR2 SDRAM Clock Real Time Clock, astronomically aware Networks 2.4GHz and 5GHz IEEE 802.11.b/g/n/ac Wireless LAN, Ethernet RJ45 Port 300 Mbps Ports Full-size HDMI, 4 USB 2.0 ports, IR Ports from Left = Out 1,2,3 IR In (Green) stereo output, 3 x Infra Red Emitter The Centro-8M is a powerful processor for automation. It is 1 x Infra Red Receiver designed to be used in conjunction with the Demopad software tools available for download at Demopad.com. System Micro SD Card LINUX OS There is a free to use Designer software and an upgrade to Pro version and CLOUD account. Power 5v/2.5A DC plug top The Centro-8M is capable of standalone applications such as control of equipment by IP network commands, Infra Red Option extra cost RS232 Port for bidirectional data and (optional extra) RS232 port. Either directly from applications or by automated scheduled events. It can also be a component in a wider network of Product Information complimentary equipment such as other Centro products and Dimensions Width x 61mm Height x 29mm third party products such as Global Cache controllers. Depth x 92mm The Centro-8M has an IR receiver port and this enables it receive any IR from any remote and respond by various Weight 193gm means you configure. So any IR remote can be used as a universal remote. Packed Weight 510gm FCC Statement The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to Contents Centro 8M, 3 x IR Emitter, provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all 1 x IR Receiver, Power supply persons and must not be co-located or operating in This leaflet conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Safety Precautions FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential Please read all instructions before attempting to installation. This equipment in use generates and can radiate unpack, install or operate this equipment and radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful before connecting the power supply. interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of installation. If this equipment does cause harmful fire, electrical shock and injury to persons. If in doubt do not interference to radio or television reception, which can be attempt to install this equipment yourself. Contact a trained determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is professional to ensure safe use of this product. encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product. Do not of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving expose to liquid or submerge in liquid or outdoors. antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment Never push an object of any kind into this product through and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a any openings or empty slots in the unit as you may damage circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. parts inside the unit or cause electrical problems. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for To protect from overheating do not block any ventilation or help. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. openings in the housing of the unit that provide and allow for Operation is subject to the following two conditions: air circulation sufficient to keep it cool while in operation. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, Use only the correct rated power supply as supplied. including interference that may cause undesired operation. DEMOPAD SOFTWARE LIMITED WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly DemoPad.com approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. .

This product is a versatile computer with custom software to create a single unified App to control a Smarthome directly from the App and custom scheduled events. CENTRO 8M THE ONLY LIMITATION IS YOUR IMAGINATION Initial Setup Initial Setup 1. Connect the Centro-8M to Router or Network Switch via Ethernet cable (not supplied) 2. Power on the Centro by inserting the Power Supply 3. Browse to the Web Interface: https://centro8m.local :or use a network Discovery tool such as |FING to find its IP address and browse to it. Above image shows connected 4. Login using the default Username: admin and Password: password RS232 port cable optional extra cost item. Settings Menu 5. Change the password of the Centro by going to Settings > Change Password 6. Configure the Network Settings (Settings > Network) Set a static IP address and/or wireless network settings 7. Optional: Change the Device Name so that it's distinguishable if deploying multiple Centro-8M devices (Settings > Change Device Name) More detailed instructions available here http://centro8m.docs.demopad.com/centro8m/initial-setup/ Use the web server settings menu to configure Network, Date and Time, Location, Automation (MACROS) enter a unique device Name, add audio and video files for playback, manage HDMI output, The optional accessory cable for RS232 to USB settings are configured here. The USB ports are 1 (top left) 2 (top right) 3 (bottom left) 4 (bottom right). Modes of Operation The Centro-8M is a powerful central processor to handle communication between smartphones and tablets running apps (app controllers). It can be configured to have all commands directed via the Centro-8M so that it can provide feedback. So if one app controller initiates an action, all other connected controllers are updated. Automated tasks are handled with MACROS. These contain a single or many actions, they can be processed almost simultaneously or with timed delays. So for example send a command to turn a TV on, wait several seconds for the TV to power on then change the channel or HDMI input etc. The Centro-8M can be a gateway device in many IP control networks (wired and wireless) using its on board settings menu but its also capable of much more versatile uses when used in conjunction with the DemoDesigner software available for download from DemoPad.com. Using the Centro-8M with other devices The Centro-8M can be used as a component in a system. For example dumb gateway devices for passing IR commands can utilise the automatic schedules and timers to transform a simple control project into a fully automated system. It can link to a TEXECOM intruder alarm and for example action MACROS when the alarm is set, to turn off TV's, lighting control, climate control etc. (this requires a project being constructed in DemoDesigner software or other control software. It can be used with other Centro products such as a Centro-CM or Centro-C IP gateways to add additional IR emitters, RS232 ports and relays and digital trigger inputs etc. The Centro-8M as a Universal Remote With three IR emitter ports and a receiving IR port, commands from any IR remote control.can be intercepted and trigger actions. A typical use case is using a standard IR remote (e.g. SKY, Virgin TiVo etc) to send commands to the Centro-8M receiver bug connected to the green socket (one IR receiver cable supplied). In response to the received IR the Centro-8M can be configured to emit the same or different IR commands (this feature requires the DemoPad Designer software – register at DemoPad.com to download). To map what happens when certain buttons are pressed.


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