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Audio Switcher Bussing Kit 

Crestron 

CNX-ASBK

 

Problem Solving 

Troubleshooting 

The table below provides corrective action for possible trouble situations of the 
daisy-chained CNX-PAD8s. If further assistance is required, refer to the CNX-PAD8 
Operations Guide or please contact a Crestron customer service representative.  

Daisy-Chained CNX-PAD8 Troubleshooting 

TROUBLE

POSSIBLE 

CAUSE(S)

CORRECTIVE ACTION

No audio at all CNX-
PAD8s.

Audio source cables 
not connected.

Verify that audio source cables 
plugged into original or "primary" CNX-
PAD8 are secure.

One or more (but not 
all) CNX-PAD8s not 
distributing audio.

Bussing cable(s) or 
pin(s) damaged or not 
connected properly.

Check pins and temporarily swap 
bussing cable(s). Replace cable(s) if 
damaged.

PCB to PCB cable(s) or 
pin(s) damaged or not 
connected properly.

Check pins and temporarily swap PCB 
to PCB cable(s). Replace cable(s) if 
damaged.

Yellow NET LED on 
the front panel of a 
daisy-chained CNX-
PAD8 does not 
illuminate.

Improper NET ID.

Verify that CNX-PAD8 NET ID 
matches NET ID software program. 
Refer to "Identity Codes of the CNX-
PAD8s".

 

Further Inquiries 

If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this 
guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by 
calling the Crestron corporate headquarters at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. 
For assistance in your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website 
(

www.crestron.com

) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices.  

You can also log onto the online 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 adds improvements to the CNX-ASBK, 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 documentation 
revision.  

Check the Crestron website (

www.crestron.com

) periodically for manual update 

availability and its relevance. Updates are available from the Download | Product 
Manuals section and are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download column. 

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  Audio Switcher Bussing Kit: CNX-ASBK 

Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 8143 

Summary of Contents for CNX-ASBK

Page 1: ...Crestron CNX ASBK Audio Switcher Bussing Kit Operations Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ... 1 Identity Codes of the CNX PAD8s 2 Installing CNX ASBKs into CNX PAD8s 3 Industry Compliance 7 Programming Daisy Chained CNX PAD8s 7 Problem Solving 8 Troubleshooting 8 Further Inquiries 8 Future Updates 8 Return and Warranty Policies 9 Merchandise Returns Repair Service 9 CRESTRON Limited Warranty 9 Operations Installation Guide DOC 8143 Contents i ...

Page 3: ...BK provides for the additional outputs by bussing up to eight inputs while preventing extreme impedance loading One kit is needed for each CNX PAD8 that is to be daisy chained Physical Description Each CNX ASBK consists of one Point Cross Loop Printed Circuit Board PCB Assembly eight 4 conductor Cross Point PCB to Processor PCB Cable Assemblies and four 12 conductor Bussing Cable Assemblies Refer ...

Page 4: ... all network devices from the control system 2 Attach one of the CNX PAD8s that needs to have its Net ID changed to the control system 3 Select Tools Viewport to open Crestron Viewport dialog box 4 Select Functions Set Network ID The software checks the baud rate and then opens the Set Network ID dialog box 5 The list of current network devices is normally shown in the dialog box Highlight the CNX...

Page 5: ...back panel is NOT accessible remove the screws and pull CNX PAD8 partially out of the rack to gain access 2 At the rear of the CNX PAD8 disconnect the electrical power 4 pin Cresnet power connector and or the external power pack 3 Note or label the position of each 6 pin RJ 11 network device cable and disconnect 4 Note or label the position of audio output audio input loop through and audio input ...

Page 6: ... ALSO IF NOT RACK MOUNTED REMOVE THESE 3 SIDE SCREWS ALSO 9 Lift and remove the CNX PAD8 top cover 10 From the rear of the CNX PAD8 remove the 10 back panel cover plate mounting screws and remove the cover plate Back Panel Cover Plate Mounting Screws ELECTRONICS INC ROCKLEIGH N J 07647 CRESTRON 2 RIGHT LEFT 1 SOURCES 1 2 4 3 3 4 6 5 5 6 24 RIGHT LEFT G 8 7 7 8 ROOMS 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 Y Z G CRESNET 24V...

Page 7: ... the PCB to the CNX PAD8 processor PCB DO NOT force the connector onto pins 12 Hold one end of the PCB to PCB cable 2 inch 4 pin toward the front of the CNX PAD8 Carefully align and insert the other connector onto the connector on CNX PAD8 processor PCB 13 Curl the cable directly above and insert the other connector onto the pins of the PCB as shown Install the PCB to PCB Cables Operations Install...

Page 8: ...cessible hookup all cables before installing into rack NOTE DO NOT twist the cables during installation The cables are custom designed and will fit perfectly If the cable does not fit correctly switch the cable ends from one CNX PAD8 to another DO NOT force the connector onto pins 18 Note the position of the connector keys and install the bussing cables 6 inch 12 conductor from CNX PAD8 to CNX PAD...

Page 9: ...rk device cable to its original position 23 Using network device cables not supplied daisy chain each CNX PAD8 to each other or the control system 24 At the rear of the CNX PAD8s connect the electrical power 4 pin Cresnet power connectors and or the external power packs Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture this unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE markin...

Page 10: ...rogram Refer to Identity Codes of the CNX PAD8s Further Inquiries If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide please take advantage of Crestron s award winning customer service team by calling the Crestron corporate headquarters at 1 888 CRESTRON 1 888 273 7876 For assistance in your local time zone refer to the Crestron website www crestron com for a lis...

Page 11: ...mps 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 other than that for which it was intended or if it has been sub...

Page 12: ...Crestron Electronics Inc Operations Installation Guide DOC 8143 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 07 99 Tel 888 CRESTRON Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subject to www crestron com change without notice ...

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