Crestron ST-1550C 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel 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. ©2005 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Crestron ST-1550C 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel Contents 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Functions and Features ................................................................................................ 1 Specifications .............................................................................................................. 2 Physical Description.................................................................................................... 3 Industry Compliance ................................................................................................... 5 Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 6 Applying Power........................................................................................................... 6 Identity Codes.............................................................................................................. 6 Configuring the Touchpanel........................................................................................ 7 General Use and Safety ............................................................................................. 11 Recommended Touchpanel Cleaning ........................................................................ 11 Programming ........................................................................................................................... 12 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ................................................. 12 Programming with the Crestron SystemBuilder........................................................ 12 Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................ 13 Programming with VT Pro-e ..................................................................................... 16 Virtual Feedback ....................................................................................................... 16 Reserved Join Numbers............................................................................................. 22 Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................ 23 Communication Settings ........................................................................................... 24 Uploading a VT Pro-e Project ................................................................................... 28 Firmware Upgrade..................................................................................................... 29 Problem Solving ...................................................................................................................... 31 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 31 Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................ 32 Future Updates .......................................................................................................... 32 Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 33 Return and Warranty Policies .................................................................................................. 35 Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ...................................................................... 35 CRESTRON Limited Warranty................................................................................. 35 Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A Contents · i Crestron ST-1550C 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C Introduction Functions and Features The ST-1550C is a one-way wireless RF touchpanel that provides user interface to a Crestron® remote control system (Cresnet® system). Available in both a domestic and an international version (STI-1550C), the lightweight, hand-held touchpanel, with long-life NiMH battery and RF wireless communication with a range of up to 300 feet, allows complete freedom of movement, indoors or out. Customized graphic icons let users easily control any function. Included with the touchpanel are a Crestron High Performance Rechargeable Battery Pack (ST-BTPN) and a Docking Station (ST-DSN) that docks the touchpanel and/or recharges the ST-BTPN. An external power pack (PW-1215 for domestic use or PWI-1215 for international use) is also provided to power the touchpanel. Refer to the latest revisions of the documentation supplied with these items for descriptions and details. The following table provides a functional summary of the touchpanel. Functional Summary · · · · · 5.7" (14.48 cm) display 320 x 240 screen resolution STN 256 color, dot matrix LCD (ST-1550C) 1 MB of Flash (768KB available for user display lists) Long-life NiMH battery - Fast charging - No battery memory · 1-Way RF communication, range up to 300 feet · Up to 999 digital join numbers Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C · 1 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel Crestron ST-1550C Specifications The following table provides a summary of specifications for the ST-1550C. Specifications of the ST-1550C SPECIFICATION Power Options ST-BTPN (or equivalent) DETAILS Rechargeable NiMH battery pack (included) (4100 mAh capacity after full charge. Operating time 1 depends on usage.) 12VDC, 1.5A, 120VAC Input (included) (P/N PW-1215 or equivalent) 12VDC, 1.5A, 230VAC Input (included with international version touchpanel) (P/N PWI-1215 or equivalent) Docking Station/charger with external power pack (included) 03 10 2 minutes for standby 10 minutes for power down 999 digital AC: Domestic External Adapter AC: International External Adapter ST-DSN Default NET ID Default RF ID Default Timeouts Signal Join Maximums Control System Update Files 2-Series Control System CEN/CN-TVAV CNMSX-AV/PRO CNRACKX/-DP ST-CP Acceptable File Extensions .hex .csf RF Specifications Memory Touchscreen Dimensions 5 2, 3, 4 Version C2-1001.CUZ or later Version 5.10.13V.UPZ or later Version 5.10.11X.UPZ or later Version 5.10.11W.UPZ or later Version 4.02.02S.UPZ or later projectname.hex (compiled file) sx5xxxxx.csf (panel firmware) 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel, 433.92 MHz (418 6 MHz STI-1550C), Range up to 300 feet 1 MByte flash memory (768 Kbytes available for user programming) Height: 3.50 in (8.89 cm) Width: 4.60 in (11.68 cm) Diagonal: 5.70 in (14.48 cm) Touchscreen Resolution Touchscreen Viewing Angles Touchscreen LCD Touchscreen Illumination Touchscreen Composition Dimensions 320 x 240 pixels, 256 colors ±50° for X dir, +40°/-50° for Y dir STN color, dot matrix type Backlit fluorescent Resistive Membrane Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm) Height: 3.69 in (9.38 cm) Depth: 5.42 in (13.77 cm) Weight (without battery pack) 1.85 lb (0.84 kg) 1. Battery life is 260 minutes continuous usage with background lighting at full brightness. Actual operating time depends on usage and settings for background brightness and timeouts. 2. The latest versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to NOTE after last footnote. 3. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems. 4. CNX update files are required for either CNMSX-AV/PRO or CNRACKX/-DP. Filenames for CNX update files have a UPZ extension and ST-CP files are in one EXE or zipped UPZ file. To avoid program problems, make certain you are using the update file with the correct suffix (e.g., S, V, W, X). 2 · 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A Crestron ST-1550C 5. 6. 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel Extension requires a prefix specific to the touchpanel type. In DETAILS, projectname represents the assigned project name, and 5xxx. represents a version number. Requires Crestron CNRFGWA 1-Way RF Receiver, or either an ST-CP or MC2W control processor, both of which have a built-in CNRFGWA. NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website are for Authorized Crestron dealers only. New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the FTP site). Physical Description The touchpanel has a 5.7-inch (14.48 cm) active matrix color display panel with 320 x 240 resolution. The electronic hardware is housed in a black and silver molded plastic enclosure. In the following illustration, the touchpanel is shown mounted in the docking station. Connectors to power the unit and to upload touchscreen projects are located on the sides of the unit. ST-1550C Touchpanel Physical Views Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C · 3 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel ST-1550C Touchpanel Physical Views (continued) Crestron ST-1550C A battery compartment is located on the underside of the unit. The compartment holds one Crestron ST-BTPN, rechargeable power pack. There are also four rubber feet on the underside of the unit for stability and to prevent slippage. 4 · 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A Crestron ST-1550C 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel WARNING: To avoid shock hazard and possible damage to the unit, do not use touchpanel in rain or expose it to unnecessary moisture. Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, this unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Operations Guide ­ DOC. 6096A 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel: ST-1550C · 5 1-Way Wireless RF Touchpanel Crestron ST-1550C Setup Applying Power The touchpanel can be powered via an external AC power pack, while resting in the ST-DSN, or via the ST-BTPN. Each of these supplied items has an Operations Guide which details proper usage. Refer to the table below for the required document number. This table does not account for the latest revision letter of each document. NOTE: The battery can be charged only if the touchpanel is in the docking station. The touchpanel will function when powered by the external power pack, but this configuration will not charge the battery. ST-1550C Power Source Options POWER SOURCE OPTION Battery Pack Docking Station Domestic External Power Pack or International External Power Pack * MODEL ST-BTPN ST-DSN PW-1215 PWI-1215 DOCUMENT NUMBER * 6088 6095 5762 5763 The latest revision may have a revision letter after the document number (e.g., 6088A). Identity Codes The ST-1550C touchpanel uses two distinct types of identity codes: Cresnet identity (NET ID), and RF ID. These codes are assigned to the touchpanel from the Interface Submenu when the unit is configured. Refer to "Interface" on page 11. For the touchpanel to be identified within the Cresnet system, these assignments must match assignments made in the SIMPL Windows program. NET ID Every equipment and user interface within the Cresnet system requires a unique NET ID. The NET ID is a two-digit hexadecimal number that can range fro ...