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Wireless RF Receiver 

Crestron 

CNRFGWA

 

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  Wireless RF Receiver: CNRFGWA 

Operations Guide - DOC. 8086A 

FE. The Net ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL 
Windows program.  

 

 

The Net ID of the CNRFGWA is factory set to 

24

. The Net IDs of multiple 

CNRFGWAs in the same system must all be unique. To set or change the Net ID of 
the CNRFGWA, make sure power to the unit is disconnected and complete the 
following steps. 

1.  Locate the two rotary switches on the bottom of the unit. The left 

switch (HI) represents the most significant digit of the Net ID; the right 
switch (LO) represents the least significant digit of the Net ID. Each 
16-position switch can be set to a value between 0 and F. 

2.  Use a small screwdriver to rotate the arrow in the center of the two 

rotary switches. Set the arrow of the left switch to the Net ID’s most 
significant digit (default is 2); set the arrow of the right switch to the 
Net IDs least significant digit (default is 4). 

For a definition of 
Viewport, refer to the Note 
on page 8 

3.  Connect the CNRFGWA to the Cresnet system (verify that the 

software is running) and open the Crestron Viewport. Either launch 
the stand-alone version of Viewport, or start SIMPL Windows or 
VT Pro-e, and from the menu bar, select 

Tools | Viewport.

 

4.  From the Viewport menu, select 

Functions | Set Network ID

. The 

software checks the baud rate and then opens the “Set Network ID” 
window.  

5.  In the “Set Network ID” window, select the CNRFGWA from the 

Current Network Devices text window, and verify the Net ID code.  

6.  In the “Set Network ID” window, click 

Close

NOTE:

  The Net ID code may also be verified by selecting 

Diagnostic | Report 

Network Devices

 in the Viewport. 

7.  Attach each CNRFGWA to be added to the Cresnet system individually 

and repeat this procedure as needed. 

Hardware Hookup 

Hookup of the CNRFGWA consists of connecting it to the Cresnet system via the 
network port on the bottom panel.  

NOTE:  

Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 5 when making connections to the port 

labeled NET.  

Programming Software 

NOTE: 

Have a question or comment about Crestron software? 

Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help 
section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com). To post your own question or 
view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at 
http://www.crestron.com/accounts/login.asp. First-time users will need to establish a 
user account.

 

Summary of Contents for CNRFGWA

Page 1: ...Crestron CNRFGWA Wireless RF Receiver Operations Guide ...

Page 2: ...n 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 ...

Page 3: ...p 6 Programming Software 6 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC 7 Programming with SIMPL Windows 7 Uploading 7 Communication Settings 8 Uploading a SIMPL Windows Program 10 Problem Solving 11 Troubleshooting 11 Further Inquiries 12 Future Updates 12 Appendix Optimum RF Reception Guidelines 13 Minimize Interference 13 Gateway Placement 13 Antenna Orientation 13 Return and Warranty Poli...

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Page 5: ...operates at 433 92 MHz the other CNRFGWA 418 operates at 418 MHz Except for operating frequency the units are functionally identical The gateway receives RF signals from one or more wireless one way touchpanels such as the ST 1550 ST 1550C ST 1700C and MT 500C 418 MHz only and wireless remotes such as the CNWM CNRFT 32A and 48A and CNRFHT 15A and 30A The CNRFGWA gateway translates the received sig...

Page 6: ...e unit 2 The latest versions can be obtained from the Downloads Software Updates section of the Crestron website www crestron com Refer to NOTE after last footnote 3 Crestron 2 Series control systems include the AV2 AV2 with Card Cage CP2 CP2E PAC2 MC2W MC2E MP2 MP2E PRO2 and RACK2 4 Filenames for CNX and ST CP update files have a UPZ extension Files on the website may be zip or self extracting ex...

Page 7: ...I LO SWITCHES These two rotary switches are used to set the unit s network identity code Refer to Identity Code on page 5 for details CNRFGWA Indicators Three LEDs located on the front panel of the CNRFGWA indicate the unit s status Refer to the descriptions on the next page 433 92 MHZ 50 MODEL CNRFGWA CRESTRON ANTENNA NET POWER I D SELECT SIGNAL NET 24 Y Z G LO ID CODE HI INCLUDING INTERFERENCE T...

Page 8: ...e 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 r...

Page 9: ...th of run or chain in feet PF Power factor of entire run or chain R L x PF 40 000 Where The required wire gauge should be chosen such that the resistance value is less than the value calculated in the resistance equation Refer to the table after this paragraph Wire Gauge Values RESISTANCE R WIRE GAUGE 4 16 6 18 10 20 15 22 13 Doubled CAT5 8 7 Tripled CAT5 NOTE All network wiring must consist of tw...

Page 10: ...and open the Crestron Viewport Either launch the stand alone version of Viewport or start SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e and from the menu bar select Tools Viewport 4 From the Viewport menu select Functions Set Network ID The software checks the baud rate and then opens the Set Network ID window 5 In the Set Network ID window select the CNRFGWA from the Current Network Devices text window and verify th...

Page 11: ...MPL Windows is Crestron s software for programming Crestron control systems It provides a well designed graphical environment with a number of workspaces i e windows in which a programmer can select configure program test and monitor a Crestron control system To create a program with a CNRFGWA consult the operations and installation guide for any of the one way wireless RF touchpanels or remote de...

Page 12: ...ad it is necessary to establish communications Communication Settings NOTE For laptops and other PCs without a built in RS 232 port Crestron recommends the use of PCMCIA cards rather than USB to serial adapters If a USB to serial adapter must be used Crestron has tested the following devices with good results Belkin large model F5U103 I O Gear GUC232A Keyspan USA 19QW Other models even from the sa...

Page 13: ...ne the data bits is Eight the stop bits is One XON XOFF is not selected and RTS CTS is selected Click the OK button to save the settings and close the window Port Settings Window NOTE The parameters shown in the illustration above are the port settings for a 2 Series control system Consult the Operations Guide for the control system being used for exact parameter selection 4 To verify communicatio...

Page 14: ...t the procedure for Communication Settings that begins on page 8 has been performed 2 As shown below select File Transfer Send Program Alternatively press Alt P from the Viewport menu File transfer Send Program Command 3 The Send Program window appears as shown after this step Click Browse locate the completed file spz for PRO2 and click Open This displays the program s header information and enab...

Page 15: ...the SIMPL program Open Viewport and press F4 to poll the network Verify that the Net ID for the CNRFGWA is properly set to match the SIMPL program Net ID setting changes after CNRFGWA powered up Power down the CNRFGWA then power up to reset the Net ID Network wiring incorrect Check network cabling for solid connections and correct pinouts Unit is damaged Contact Customer Service Refer to Further I...

Page 16: ... 613 9480 2999 You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website www crestron com to ask questions about Crestron products First time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the CNRFGWA additional information and programming examples m...

Page 17: ...ve ample separation between the equipment and the gateway Gateway Placement Optimum reception for any RF gateway is obtained by installing the gateway in an open area or shelf with a clear line of sight no obstructions between gateway and touchpanel or wireless remote Crestron recommends placing the gateway at least five to six feet high for best results Avoid placing gateways or touchpanels remot...

Page 18: ...Wireless RF Receiver Crestron CNRFGWA 14 Wireless RF Receiver CNRFGWA Operations Guide DOC 8086A Horizontal Orientation Vertical Orientation Horizontal Toward Touchpanel ...

Page 19: ...components are covered for 90 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 regarding the nature and extent of the dealer s warranty if any CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty if the product has been used in any application...

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