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The LCD-96M is a versatile, easy-to-use, menu-driven keypad that allows control of lighting, heating/cooling, security, home theater,
audio/video, pool/spa, irrigation, voice mail, and other systems connected to Stargate. Up to 96 interactive menu screens canbe created
anddownloadedtotheLCD-96Mbytheuser/installerwiththeincludedEventManagersoftware. Eachmenuline(upto8permenu)can
consist of text (up to 10 letters across) or bitmapped graphics (.bmp format, 64 x 16 pixels).
8 Dual-Position Rocker Buttons, located to the right of the menu display, can be individually programmed to perform different functions
depending on the menu selected. The Left and Right side of each button can be programmed independently (such as left = off, right = on)
orperformthe same function (such as go to Main menu). Programmable functions include: Navigational functions (go to menu, previous
menu), Then Actions (X-10, IR, Relay, Macro, VoiceMail, Flag, Variable, Audio Path) and Predefined Menus (Thermostat, VoiceMail,
TimeLabel, Variable, Caller ID, DigitPad, TelePad, Time Display). A special Two-Way X-10 feature allows any X-10 address to be
assigned to a rocker button. Pressing once on the right or left side of the button turns the X-10 device On or Off. Holding down the right
or left side of the button Brightens or Dims. On/Off status is indicated by a normal (Off) or reversed (On) background on the associated
menu line for easy viewing, even from a distance.
IndividualmenuscreensorcompletesetupscanbedownloadedtokeypadsviathesharedRS-485connectionorstoredondiskastemplates
andlater loaded tokeypads as needed. Menuline items canbecut, copied andpasted from anymenuto anotherforeasy editing. Keypads
can also be programmed and edited remotely via modem.
Three LEDs (red, green and yellow), located above the rocker keys, can be individually instructed (from the Event Manager schedule) to
turn on, turn off, blink fast or blink slow based on any condition(s).
The LCD-96M has a built-in high-contrast green backlight that can be programmed to stay on continuously or turn on with any key press
thentimeoutafteraspecifieddelaytime. ThebacklightandmenuselectionscanalsobeaccessedviatheEventManagerscheduletoallow
dynamic interaction with other system functions.
Upto16LCD-96MKeypadscanbeconnectedina"daisy-chain"toStargate'sRS485portusingtwotwistedpairsofcatagory-5cable(one
pair for communication and the other for 12vdc power) or homerun (star wired) to an optional RS-485 hub. Up to 4 LCD-96M Keypads
can be powered by Stargate's on-board 12vdc power supply. Five or more keypads require an external 12vdc power supply.
The LCD-96M faceplate measures 4"W x 4 3/4"H and snaps into an included wall-mount enclosure (3 3/8"W x 4"H x 2"D) for easy
installation.
Dual-Position
Rocker Buttons
LED Indicators
Vent
Menu Lines
LCD Menu Screen Stores 96 User-Defined Menus & Sub-Menus
Programmable from Event Manager software
Supports Text & Graphics (.bmp)
8 Dual Position Rocker Keys
Independent Left/Right Programming
3 Programmable LEDs (On/Off/Blink)
Continuous or Timed Backlight
VoiceMail Menu
Caller ID Name & Number Log
Thermostat Menu With 16 Zone Access
Reliable RS-485 Communication
Simple 4-Wire Connection
Low Current Draw (100ma @ 12vdc)
Colors: White, Black, Custom
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