Crestron MC2W 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF Operations Guide This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2003 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Crestron MC2W 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF Contents 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Specifications .............................................................................................................. 2 Physical Description.................................................................................................... 3 Memory ....................................................................................................................... 9 Industry Compliance ................................................................................................. 10 Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 11 Rack Mounting .......................................................................................................... 11 Bussing Strip Installation .......................................................................................... 12 Network Wiring......................................................................................................... 12 Hardware Hookup ..................................................................................................... 13 Power Supply ............................................................................................................ 14 Establishing Communication with the MC2W.......................................................... 15 Troubleshooting Communications ............................................................................ 16 Compiling and Uploading a Program to the Control System .................................... 17 Uploading Touchpanel Projects................................................................................. 18 Updating the Operating System................................................................................. 19 Advanced Console Commands.................................................................................. 20 Switching Between Master and Slave Mode ............................................................. 20 Programming the MC2W......................................................................................................... 21 Programming with the Crestron AppBuilder............................................................. 22 Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................ 22 Problem Solving ...................................................................................................................... 32 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 32 Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................ 35 Firmware Upgrades ................................................................................................... 35 Future Updates .......................................................................................................... 36 Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 37 Return and Warranty Policies .................................................................................................. 39 Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ...................................................................... 39 CRESTRON Limited Warranty................................................................................. 39 Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6143 Contents · i Crestron MC2W 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W Introduction Features and Functions The Crestron® 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF (MC2W) is designed for smaller home and commercial systems. The MC2W provides connectivity for communication and control of Cresnet®, one-way wireless (RF), and third party devices. With speed, power, and memory, the 2-Series control systems are ideal for enhanced applications like media help desks, videoconferencing, distance learning, and entertainment facilities. Operating on either 418 MHz or 434 MHz, the MC2W can receive RF signals (containing commands) from Crestron wireless user interfaces (touchpanels or keypads). The MC2W then sends the commands to the appropriate device. Refer to "Slot 8: C2I-MC2-CNRFGWA" on page 28 for information on selecting the operating frequency. Functional Summary · · · · · · · · · 257 MIPS processor 36 MB of built-in memory (refer to page 9) Four IR/serial ports Two RS-232/422/485 communication ports Four isolated relay ports Four I/O ports One IR receiver port for use with CNXRMIRD One Cresnet port Antenna for one-way RF communications (418/434 MHz) with various Crestron wireless user interfaces. As with all of the Crestron 2-Series control processors, the 2-Series control engine is a solutions-driven control technology that is at the very heart of the MC2W. The breakthrough 2-Series control engine is based on the 257 MIPS, 32-bit Motorola 5407 ColdFire processor. The 2-Series operating system is vastly upgraded from the Crestron X-generation products, yet compatible with existing Crestron software and programming. A key feature is the new Crestron Compiler, which allows any existing Crestron SIMPL Windows control program to be easily recompiled for the 2-Series. The real-time, preemptive multi-tasking/multi-threaded operating system offers a file system that supports long file names. The enhanced SIMPL+® Operations Guide - DOC. 6143 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W · 1 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF Crestron MC2W instruction set is also fully compatible with existing Crestron SIMPL Windows and SIMPL+ programs. The MC2W has the capability to operate as a standalone 2-Series control system or as a Cresnet device as part of a 2-Series control system. Master Mode In master mode, the MC2W is a standalone 2-Series control system that can control IR, serial, or Cresnet devices. Slave Mode In slave mode, the MC2W operates as a Cresnet device as part of a 2-series control system. For example, the MC2W can be part of a control system that includes IR, serial, Cresnet and RF devices, with touchpanels and RF transmitters that operate the MC2W through another 2-Series control system. For more information on slave mode, refer to "Switching Between Master and Slave Mode" on page 20. NOTE: The MC2W can only be controlled by a 2-Series control system. Specifications The following provides a summary of specifications for the MC2W. MC2W Specifications SPECIFICATION CPU Processor Speed Memory Ports/Connectors NET COMPUTER INFRARED ­ SERIAL OUTPUT IR INPUT I/O RELAY OUTPUT RF COM (A & B) 2 DETAILS 32-Bit Motorola 5407 ColdFire Processor 257 MIPS (Dhrystone 2.1 Benchmark) 36MB (4MB flash, 32MB SDRAM, 256KB NVRAM) 1 ® 1 ­ Cresnet 4-wire interface (Expandable via Cresnet Poll Accelerator) via 4-position Cresnet connector 1 ­ DB9F PC interface (refer to "Establishing Communication with the MC2W" page 15) 4 ­ Simultaneous one-way IR or serial output via 8-position mini-connector 1 ­ IR input for RC5 codes from CNXRMIRD via 3-position mini-connector 4 ­ Programmable digital/analog inputs & digital outputs via 5position mini connector 4 ­ Normally open, isolated relays (MOV suppression) via 8position mini-connector 1 ­ One-way RF receiver 434MHz or 418 MHz (switchable in software) via 50 ohm BNC connector. 2 ­ DB9 bidirectional serial ports (RS-232, -422, -485) All Cresnet Poll Accelerator ready (baud rate up to 115,200 baud) 1 ­ Female receptacle for external power pack. Initiates system hardware reset System restart with or without program 10 Watts (0.21 Amp @ 24 VDC) (Power supply PW-2410RU included) Available Cresnet Power = 14 Watts 3 3 24VDC Reset Buttons HW-R SW-R Power Requirements (continued on next page) 2 · 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W Operations Guide - DOC. 6143 Crestron MC2W 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF MC2W Specifications (continued) SPECIFICATION Network Power Fuse Rating Environmental Temperature Environmental Humidity Dimensions & Weight DETAILS Internal 2A self-resetting fuse 41° to 113°F (5° to 45°C) 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) Height: Width: Depth: 1.7 in (4.32 cm) 19.0 in (48.26 cm) ­ with ears 17.03 in (43.24 cm) ­ without ears 8.5 in (21.59 cm) 4 1. 2. 3. 4. Weight: 4.3 lbs (2.0 kg) For more information on system memory usage, refer to "Memory" on page 9. For more information on controls, ports, and indicators, refer to "Physical Description" after these footnotes. For information on power source, refer to "Power Supply" on page 14. Heat-sensitive device--resets within approximately 30 seconds after powering down and removing overload condition. Physical Description The MC2W is housed in a black enclosure with labeling on the front and rear panels. The front panel includes LEDs and two reset buttons. All connections to the unit are made through the rear panel. Refer to the following illustrations. MC2W Front Panel MC2W Rear Panel The MC2W contains four one-way IR/serial ports, one IR receiver port, four I/O ports, four relay ports, two COM ports, a single RS-232 computer port, a network connector, an RF antenna port and a 24VDC male receptacle for power supplied through an external power pack (included). The MC2W can be placed in a rack (with included mounting ears) or on a table with the supplied rubber feet. Refer to "Rack Mounting" on page 11 for more information. Operations Guide - DOC. 6143 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W · 3 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF Physical Views of the MC2W Crestron MC2W 8.50 in (21.59 cm) 17.03 in (43.24 cm) 1.70 in (4.32 cm) Controls and Indicators The MC2W front panel indicators and controls are described below. PWR (Power) This LED illuminates when the unit is connected to and receives 24 VDC power from an external power pack or the Cresnet NET connector. NET This LED illuminates when the central processing unit is processing or communicating with Cresnet devices (i.e., button pressed at Cresnet panel or data received from Cresnet panel). HW-R Pressing this button initiates system hardware reset. (Same effect as disconnecting and reconnecting power.) SW-R Pressing this button in combination with the HW-R button performs a system restart without loading the program (refer to "Troubleshooting Communications" on page 16). Pressing it alone while the system is running restarts the program without rebooting the processor. ERR This LED illuminates when an error condition is detected. This may be the result of hardware or software failure, or a programming error. To determine the actual error condition, examine the message available through the Crestron Viewport command Functions | 2-Series | Error Log. 4 · 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF: MC2W Operations Guide - DOC. 6143 Crestron MC2W 2-Series Professional Media Controller with RF SIG (RF) This LED illuminates when there is communication (activity) at the rear panel RF port with a Crestron wireless transmitter. Ports The MC2W rear panel ports are illustrated and described below. NOTE: Interface connectors for the NET, Infrared-Serial, I/O, and Relay Output ports are provided with the MC2W. ANTENNA This 50 ohm BNC connector attaches to the supplied antenna (or optional CNANT High-Performance Extension Antenna) that is used to receive RF signals from a transmitter device. In some installations, the RF reception range can be increased by mounting the antenna away from the equipment with a BNC male to BNC female 50 ohm cable (not included). For information on specifying the MC2W's RF frequency, refer to "Slot 8: C2I-MC2-CNRFGWA" on page 28. IR SERIAL OUT A B C D IR SERIAL OUT S GSGSGS G This connector provides four ports for IR TTL level or serial interface. Each output is labeled S (signal) and G (ground). Infrared output is rated up to 1.2 MHz, at data rates up to 115K. An individual UART on each port allow simultaneous firing of all ports. Serial protocols include one-way RS-232. NOTE: Transmission levels on the infrared ­ s ...