Crestron
MC2E
2-Series Professional Media Controller
Programming with the Crestron AppBuilder
The easiest method of
programming, but does not
offer as much flexibility as
SIMPL Windows.
The Crestron AppBuilder offers automatic programming for such residential and
commercial applications as audio distribution, home theater, video conferencing, and
lighting. The interface of this tool guides you through a few basic steps for
designating rooms and specifying the control system, touchpanels, devices, and
functionality. The Crestron AppBuilder then programs the system, including all
touchpanel projects and control system logic.
The Crestron AppBuilder is fully integrated with the Crestron suite of software
development tools, including SIMPL Windows, VT Pro-e, Crestron Database, User
IR Database, and User Modules Directory. The Crestron AppBuilder accesses these
tools behind the scenes, enabling you to easily create robust systems.
NOTE:
When using AppBuilder, the MC2E can only be programmed as a master
device.
Programming with SIMPL Windows
NOTE
: The following are acceptable file extensions for programs that include a
MC2E, developed for specific control system types:
.smw:
projectname
.smw (SIMPL Windows source file)
.spz:
projectname
.spz (compiled file for 2-series)
.usp:
projectname
.usp (source code module for SIMPL+)
.ush:
projectname
.ush (compiled file with SIMPL+ header file)
SIMPL Windows is the Crestron graphical, Windows-based development tool for
programming control systems. The SIMPL Windows interface provides two
workspaces: the Configuration Manager, for configuring the control system,
touchpanels, and controlled network devices; and Program Manager, for designing
the logic and functionality of the control system.
In addition, you can use the powerful Crestron Viewport utility to perform multiple
system tasks, such as uploading the program to the control system and performing
diagnostic functions. Together with the Crestron Database, these tools provide you
with the essential components you need to program the MC2E. Crestron software is
available on CD-ROM, or can be downloaded from the Crestron website
(
)—registration is required for downloading.
NOTE:
Crestron software and any files on the website are for Authorized Crestron
dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers (CAIP) only. New users
may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the
FTP site).
NOTE:
The information in this section assumes that the reader has knowledge of
SIMPL Windows. If not, refer to the extensive help information provided with the
software.
MC2E Device Library Symbols
In Configuration Manager, drag the MC2E from the Control Systems folder of the
Device Library
to
System Views
. The following figure shows the available slots in
the MC2E.
Operations Guide – DOC. 6142
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