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Crestron

CEN-HPRFGW

High Powered RF Gateway

Contents

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1

Features and Functions ................................................................................................2

Specifications ..............................................................................................................2

Physical Description....................................................................................................5

Setup ........................................................................................................................................10

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................10

Identity Code .............................................................................................................10

Supplied Hardware ....................................................................................................11

Installation.................................................................................................................11

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................13

Programming Software............................................................................................................15

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................15

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder..............................................................15

Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................15

Example Program ......................................................................................................18

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................19

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................19

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................21

Program Checks ........................................................................................................22

Operation .................................................................................................................................23

Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................25

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................28

Reference Documents................................................................................................29

Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................29

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................30

Appendix A: The RF Spectrum ..............................................................................................31

Appendix B: Optimum RF Reception Guidelines ..................................................................32

Minimize Interference ...............................................................................................32

Gateway Placement ...................................................................................................32

Antenna Orientation ..................................................................................................33

Return and Warranty Policies ..................................................................................................35

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................35

CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................35

Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6587B

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Page 1: ...Crestron CEN HPRFGW HighPoweredRFGateway Operations Installation Guide...

Page 2: ...allation This 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 H...

Page 3: ...15 Programming with SIMPL Windows 15 Example Program 18 Uploading and Upgrading 19 Establishing Communication 19 Programs and Firmware 21 Program Checks 22 Operation 23 Problem Solving 25 Troubleshoot...

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Page 5: ...panel automatically Each wireless connection is monitored continuously diligently keeping track when touchpanels go to sleep shut down or wander out of range and restoring communications seamlessly wh...

Page 6: ...cations Specifications for the CEN HPRFGW are listed in the following table CEN HPRFGW Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Wireless RF Transceiver 2 way RF 2 4 GHz ISM channels 11 26 2400 to 2483 5 M...

Page 7: ...Hz power supply included Cresnet Power Usage 2 Watts 85mA 24 Volts DC with no power supply connected to the 12VDC connector Default Net ID 2F Minimum 2 Series Control System Update File1 2 Version 3 1...

Page 8: ...on website Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes 2 Crestron 2 Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2 Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2 Series control...

Page 9: ...al Description This section provides information on the connections controls and indicators available on your CEN HPRFGW CEN HPRFGW Physical View CEN HPRFGW Front View 2 3 4 1 Operations Installation...

Page 10: ...n CEN HPRFGW CEN HPRFGW Overall Dimensions Top View 5 60 in 14 22 cm 5 6 7 8 9 10 CEN HPRFGW Overall Dimensions Rear View 4 28 in 10 86 cm 1 30 in 3 30 cm 11 6 High Powered Gateway CEN HPRFGW Operatio...

Page 11: ...ty TYPE PIN SIGNALS 1 TD 2 TD 3 RD 4 Connected to pin 5 5 Connected to pin 4 6 RD 7 Connected to pin 8 8 Position RJ 45 8 Connected to pin 7 2 COMPUTER3 1 6 pin RJ 11 female computer console port Bidi...

Page 12: ...network or 12 Volt DC input 6 NET LED 1 Yellow LED indicates communication with the Cresnet system 7 RXD LED 1 Red LED indicates data is being received from wireless network devices 8 TXD LED 1 Red L...

Page 13: ...provides information so that the cable can be fabricated on site Alternatively Crestron cable number STCP 502PC is sold separately 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 3 6 5 4 2 2 3 5 7 8 1 CTS GND RXD TXD RTS n c TO...

Page 14: ...lso use high speed Ethernet for communications between the device and a control system computer digital media server and other IP based devices For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Cres...

Page 15: ...e CEN HPRFGW DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QUANTITY Metal Mounting Plate 2020635 1 Screw 04 40 x 3 16 2007150 2 Installation Ventilation To prevent overheating do not operate this product in an area that ex...

Page 16: ...e CEN HPRFGW as shown in the illustration below Attaching the Mounting Plate Screws 2 04 40 x 3 16 2007150 Mounting Plate 2020635 Placement Tips When installing a CEN HPRFGW near another CEN HPRFGW fo...

Page 17: ...oint For more information on RF channels and their interaction with the Wi Fi spectrum refer to Appendix A The RF Spectrum on page 31 For additional information on optimal gateway placement refer to A...

Page 18: ...T TO CONTROL SYSTEM AND OTHER CRESNET DEVICES 12VDC 0 5A FROM INCLUDED AC POWER SUPPLY Hardware Connections for the CEN HPRFGW Rear View ANTENNA FOR INCLUDED ANTENNA NOTE Antenna must be attached dire...

Page 19: ...assortment of Windows based software tools to develop a Cresnet system For the minimum recommended software versions visit the Version Tracker page of the Crestron website www crestron com versiontra...

Page 20: ...e Device Library and drop it in the System Views Locating the CEN HPRFGW in the Device Library The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate slot s with a default Net ID...

Page 21: ...ID as shown in the following figure s CEN HPRFGW Device Settings Cresnet Window CEN HPRFGW Device Settings Ethernet Window The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the Net ID or...

Page 22: ...bols The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file F1 Example Program An example program...

Page 23: ...ng with the CEN HPRFGW refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details There are three methods of communication Direct Serial NOTE Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters Direct Serial C...

Page 24: ...onnected to the CEN HPRFGW 3 Display the CEN HPRFGW s System Info window click the icon communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed TCP IP NOTE Required for operation with a...

Page 25: ...e 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 T...

Page 26: ...ctions display the System Info window click the icon and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be performed on the CEN HPRFGW Be sure to use the Crestron Toolbox to create the CEN HPRF...

Page 27: ...within or adjacent to any Wi Fi band For detailed information on RF channels refer to Appendix A The RF Spectrum on page 31 After establishing communication with the CEN HPRFGW refer to Establishing C...

Page 28: ...time NOTE The CEN HPRFGW must be placed in Acquire mode before a touchpanel is placed in the Acquire mode To acquire a touchpanel via the ACQUIRE button on the CEN HPRFGW 1 Press ACQUIRE on the CEN H...

Page 29: ...on Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system NET LED does not illuminate CEN HPRFGW Net ID is not set to match the Net ID of the SIMPL program In Crestron Toolbox chec...

Page 30: ...ction of the guide for the touchpanel to set its RF ID to match the RF ID in the SIMPL program NET LED is on but unit does not communicate with touchpanel Continued Touchpanel is not functioning corre...

Page 31: ...HPRFGW Refer to Specifications which starts on page 2 for details Network wiring is incorrect Check network cabling for solid connections and correct pinouts CEN HPRFGW is not shown on Network Device...

Page 32: ...consideration Use Crestron Certified Wire only If Cresnet units are to be daisy chained on the run the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be daisy chained must be added together to determine...

Page 33: ...ssary to add a Cresnet Hub Repeater CNXHUB to maintain signal quality throughout the network Also for networks with lengthy cable runs it may be necessary to add a Hub Repeater after only 20 devices R...

Page 34: ...e CEN HPRFGW additional information may be made available as manual updates These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical docum...

Page 35: ...s using this band such as 802 11b g Wi Fi devices Crestron infiNET devices or Zigbee devices although the differing protocols will not allow a link to be established or data to be transferred Wireless...

Page 36: ...ters video equipment digital processors lighting dimmers lighting ballasts motors or any large AC source Every effort should be made to separate any RF transceiver from these sources of RF noise inclu...

Page 37: ...ally parallel to the ground Point the antenna vertically Point the antenna at a right angle to the gateway Never point the antenna downward as this will decrease range and reliability Refer to illustr...

Page 38: ...F Gateway Crestron CEN HPRFGW Vertical Orientation Rear of gateway Antenna Building Right Angle Orientation Top of gateway Building Antenna 34 High Powered Gateway CEN HPRFGW Operations Installation G...

Page 39: ...days batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON or an authorized CRESTRON dealer Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regard...

Page 40: ...on Electronics Inc Operations Installation Guide DOC 6587B 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 2018055 Tel 888 CRESTRON 08 09 Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subject to www crestron com change without n...

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