Crestron
C2N-IRGW-1G & C2N-IRGW-F
IR
Gateway
Uploading and Upgrading
Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device
contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.
However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary to establish
communication. Once communication has been established, files (for example,
programs or firmware) can be transferred to the control system (and/or device).
Finally, program checks can be performed (such as changing the device ID or
creating an IP table) to ensure proper functioning.
Establishing Communication
Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the C2N-IRGW-1G and
C2N-IRGW-F; refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details. There is a single
method of communication: indirect serial communication.
Indirect Serial Communication
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON TOOLBOX
CONTROL SYSTEM
C2N-IRGW-1G
or
C2N-IRGW-F
SERIAL,
ETHERNET
OR USB
CRESNET
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C2N-IRGW-1G or C2N-IRGW-F connects to control system via Cresnet.
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Establish communications between the PC and the control system as
described in the latest version of the 2-Series Reference Guide (Doc. 6256),
which is available from the Crestron website
(
http://www.crestron.com/manuals
).
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Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
C2N-IRGW-1G or C2N-IRGW-F using the expected communication
protocol (Indirect). Select the Cresnet ID of the C2N-IRGW-1G or
C2N-IRGW-F and the address book entry of the control system that is
connected to the C2N-IRGW-1G or C2N-IRGW-F.
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Display the C2N-IRGW-1G’s or C2N-IRGW-F’s “System Info” window
(click the
icon); communications are confirmed when the device
information is displayed.
Programs and Firmware
Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from
Crestron to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as
new features are developed after product releases. One has the option to upload
programs via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron
Toolbox. For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to the SIMPL Windows help
file or the Crestron Toolbox help file.
SIMPL Windows
If a SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system
using SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox.
Firmware
Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required
to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)
Upgrade C2N-IRGW-1G or C2N-IRGW-F firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6468A
IR Gateway: C2N-IRGW-1G & C2N-IRGW-F
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