Installation guide

Kaleidescape Part No. 101-0105-00 Rev 3 Page 100
Kaleidescape Installation Guide Control Systems
Kaleidescape recommends using TCP/IP over Ethernet for control
connection in most cases. TCP/IP over Ethernet has several advantages
over RS-232.
• Enables significantly faster communications
• Provides error detection and correction
• Uses standard Cat5/5e/6 cable and pinout
• Allows longer cable run
• Requires only a single network port
• Usually requires no additional equipment or wiring
Bandwidth can be a key issue, especially with multi-zone systems. Text-
based feedback from several zones can cause noticeable response latency
over an RS-232 connection. This is especially critical if controlling multiple
Kaleidescape components through a single RS-232 port.
If the controller does not support an Ethernet connection, an RS-232
connection can provide the same level of control. If the controller does not
support either an Ethernet or RS-232 connection, IR can be used for one-
way control.
For more information on control connections, refer to the Kaleidescape
System Control Protocol Reference Manual at www.kaleidescape.com/go/
control-protocol and the IR Hex codes at www.kaleidescape.com/go/ir-hex.
Types of Control Devices
Kaleidescape provides a wide range of templates, modules, and sample
programs for control systems from several manufacturers.
Some manufacturers also provide templates, modules and IR libraries to
control Kaleidescape movie servers.
Control devices can be simple IR remotes or touch panels.
IR Remote Control
The simplest control device is a generic IR remote control for a DVD player.
Every M-Class player and Mini System comes with a Kaleidescape Remote.
Insert the batteries that come with the remote; the remote does not have to
be programmed.
IR Code Sets
The Kaleidescape movie player supports two major infrared remote control
code sets.