Elan HR2 User Manual

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Integration Note
Manufacturer: ELAN Home Systems
Model Number(s): HR2 Wi-Fi Handheld Remote Control
Minimum Core Module Version:
g! 5.2 build 562
Comments:
ELAN HR2 – Main Application 1.0.1.6, Boot loader version 1.0.0.3
USB MSD Version 1.0.1.6, Radio Configurator version 1.0.1.6
Document Revision Date: 04/24/2015
OVERVIEW AND SUPPORTED FEATURES
The HR2 Handheld Remote Control utilizes instant-on WiFi technology to provide a quick and seamless
interface to a g! system for control of media devices and various subsystems in the home. The remote
includes a touch screen interface for feedback and control plus adds several of the most common hard
buttons found on typical universal remotes.
Important! The HR2 remote is not compatible with legacy HomeBrick and MultiBrick controllers.
THE HR2 HANDHELD REMOTE CONTROL SUPPORTS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES:
Wireless Connectivity: The HR2 connects via Wi-Fi and can be used up to 30’ from its WAP. See the
Wi-Fi connections section below for details on the HR2 compatibility.
System Mode Control: The home interface may be optionally configured to provide system mode status
and control.
Current Weather and Forecast information: The home interface may be optionally configured to
display basic weather conditions and forecast information. (USA ONLY) Press and hold the home icon
on the HR2 main menu page to access the house mode and all weather pages.
Lighting Control: The lighting interface can be configured to display one or more custom lighting
keypads and custom lighting pages on the touchscreen interface for 2-way control of scenes or lighting
devices. Lighting scheduling is not supported. Press and hold the lighting icon on the HR2 main menu
page to access the lighting keypad and lighting custom page list.
Security Control: The security interface can be configured to display status of one or more partitions on
the touchscreen interface and provides a keypad to arm/disarm the security panel. Press and hold the
security icon on the HR2 main menu page to access the security partition list.
Climate Control: The climate interface displays status of one or more climate zones and provides mode
and fan control plus climate set point adjustments. Scheduling and custom tabs are not supported.
Press and hold the climate icon on the HR2 main menu page to access the climate zone list.
Media Control: The media touchscreen interface displays status of one or more media zones and
provides an interface for source selection and control. Press and hold the media icon on the HR2 main
menu page to access the media zone list. The touchscreen interface provides metadata feedback for
supported two way devices or customizable single or multi-page interfaces for one way device control.
Custom controls that are supported for use on the remotes touchscreen UI are: Audio Button, Audio
Keypad, Audio Keypad Text View, Audio Mode Control, Audio Sound Adjust, Channel Favorite Button, &
Static Text control. See other limitations below.
OSD Control: The HR2 remote can be used to navigate the On Screen Display.

Elan HR2 Specifications

General

Brand	Elan
Model	HR2
Category	Remote Control
Language	English

Summary

OVERVIEW AND SUPPORTED FEATURES

Wireless Connectivity

Connects via Wi-Fi up to 30' from its WAP.

System Mode Control

Optionally configured for system mode status and control.

Lighting Control

Configurable lighting keypads for 2-way control. Lighting scheduling not supported.

Security Control

Displays partition status and provides keypad for arm/disarm.

Climate Control

Displays climate zone status, mode, fan control, and set point adjustments.

Media Control

Displays media zone status and provides interface for source selection/control.

HR2 UNSUPPORTED FEATURES

Unsupported Subsystems

No feedback/control for Video, Messaging, Irrigation, and Pool/Spa subsystems.

Stand-alone Remote Operation

HR2 is an interface, not for stand-alone control; requires compatible g! controller.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

System Controller Setup

Install and test the system controller and all subsystems.

Wi-Fi and Controller Connection

Use Configurator to assign Wi-Fi properties and connect to the network/controller.

HR2 CONFIGURATION STEPS

Network Configuration Process

Steps to configure HR2 to communicate with the system controller via wireless network.

Verify HR2 Firmware

Check HR2 firmware version via SETUP MENU.

Activate USB Configuration Mode

On the remote, press 3526 then ENTER to activate USB mode.

Configure Attached HR2 Device

Set HR2 Static IP Address

Customize Remote Display Settings

G! CONFIGURATOR DETAILS

Communication Device Settings

Settings for Communication Devices, including Name, Type, and Port.

Interface Device Settings

Settings for Interface Devices like Device Type, COM Device, Power Button, etc.

HR2 IR BLASTER USAGE

IR Blaster for Video Control Setup

Steps to configure IR blaster for local video display control via the configurator.

IR Blaster Limitations and Recommendations

Recommends against using IR blaster for automated control due to portability and line-of-sight issues.

HR2 WI-FI CONNECTIVITY

Access Point Requirements

Access point must be 2.4 GHz, 802.11g capable with supported encryption.

Unsupported Wi-Fi Encryption

Lists encryption types (WEP 64-bit, WPA2-Enterprise, etc.) not supported by the HR2.

Supported Wi-Fi Encryption

Lists encryption types (No encryption, WEP 128-bit, WPA-PSK + TKIP, WPA2-PSK + AES) that are supported.

ELAN RECOMMENDED ROUTER

WI-FI BEST PRACTICES

HR2 WI-FI TROUBLESHOOTING

Testing HR2 Connectivity

Test HR2 connectivity to the system.

Troubleshooting Connectivity Failures

If fails, WAP may be faulty or incompatible; try ELAN HWRTR100.

COMMON HR2 CONFIGURATION MISTAKES

Wi-Fi Connectivity Issues

Refer to Wi-Fi connections section for troubleshooting.

HR2 On-Screen Error Messages

Explains "System Controller not found" and "Wireless Network not found" errors.

HR2 COMMUNICATION AND PROGRAMMING INFO

Understanding Communication Disruptions

Communications may be disrupted during Configurator use (e.g., TV Icon changes).

Managing TV Icon Downloads

System recalculates data for HR2s when TV Icons change; download process.