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Crestron

MPS-250

Multimedia Presentation System 250

Operations Guide – DOC. 6647A

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Multimedia Presentation System 250: MPS-250

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

Features and Functions ................................................................................................1

Applications.................................................................................................................4

Internal Block Diagram ...............................................................................................5

Specifications ..............................................................................................................6

Physical Description..................................................................................................10

Industry Compliance .................................................................................................21

Setup ........................................................................................................................................22

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................22

CAT5 Wiring.............................................................................................................22

QuickMedia Wiring...................................................................................................22

Installation.................................................................................................................24

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................25

Configure the RGB Input Ports .................................................................................28

Programming Software............................................................................................................31

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................31

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder..............................................................31

Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................31

Switching Programs...................................................................................................32

Saving Settings ..........................................................................................................32

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................34

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................34

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................35

Configuration & Operation......................................................................................................36

Configuration.............................................................................................................36

Operation...................................................................................................................75

Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................82

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................82

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................85

Reference Documents................................................................................................86

Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................86

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................86

Software License Agreement...................................................................................................87

Return and Warranty Policies ..................................................................................................89

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................89

CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................89

Summary of Contents for MPS-250

Page 1: ...Crestron MPS 250 MultimediaPresentationSystem250 Operations Guide ...

Page 2: ...or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Disconnect power prior to connecting or disconnecting equipment Do not install in direct sunlight The apparatus must be installed in a way that the power cord can be removed either from the wall outlet or from the device itself in order to disconnect the mains ...

Page 3: ...B Input Ports 28 Programming Software 31 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC 31 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder 31 Programming with SIMPL Windows 31 Switching Programs 32 Saving Settings 32 Uploading and Upgrading 34 Establishing Communication 34 Programs and Firmware 35 Configuration Operation 36 Configuration 36 Operation 75 Problem Solving 82 Troubleshooting 82 Check Netwo...

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Page 5: ...control Two video HDTV and three RGB computer inputs One QuickMedia input with delay skew compensation Built in input signal sensing auto switching capable Discrete composite S video component and RGB outputs QuickMedia and Crestron Home CAT5 AV outputs Five balanced stereo audio inputs Two gated mic inputs with compressor limiter Four channel mic mixing w 4 band EQ per channel Discrete program sp...

Page 6: ...HDTV plus audio while the CH output is limited to standard video and HDTV only dependent upon the capabilities of the touchpanel QuickMedia The QM touchpanel output can also be used to feed signals straight to the primary display device providing a very streamlined low cost long distance wiring solution Crestron s exclusive QuickMedia transport transmits high resolution RGB HD video stereo program...

Page 7: ...ffering the choice of 8 ohm stereo 70V mono or 100V mono outputs For large rooms requiring more power the MPS 250 supports plug and play compatibility with Crestron s QM Series 3 channel amplifiers providing a complete solution for driving a professional loudspeaker system with discrete program and speech channels Front Panel Control Out of the box the MPS 250 front panel supports easy pushbutton ...

Page 8: ...s and MediaManager FlipTops is supported Equipped with an optional CNXRMIRD IR receiver the MPS 250 allows any Crestron IR wireless touchpanel or handheld remote to be used for a low cost wireless control solution Or adding an RF wireless gateway or Wi Fi access point enables use of a wide range of 1 way and 2 way RF wireless handheld remotes and touchpanels Applications The following diagram show...

Page 9: ...omposite S Video Component LOCAL OUT 1 OUT 4 6 LOCAL OUT 2 LOCAL OUT 5 Component 3x2 Output Selector 1 Composite 1 S Video OR 1 Component Composite S Video YPbPr Signal Detection Composite S Video YPbPr Signal Detection RGB Signal Detection RGB Signal Detection RGB Signal Detection Composite S Video LOCAL OUT 3 LOCAL OUT 4 Component 3x2 Output Selector 1 Composite 1 S Video OR 1 Component 6x5 Matr...

Page 10: ...COMP 2 Stereo Audio A D COMP Stereo Audio 1 A D COMP NOTE The MPS 250 70V and MPS 250 100V amplify the SPEECH output audio path while the MPS 250 amplifies the PROGRAM output audio path Specifications Specifications for the MPS 250 are listed in the following table MPS 250 Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Processor CPU 32 bit Freescale ColdFire Microprocessor Memory SDRAM NVRAM Flash 32 MB 256...

Page 11: ...nput Gain Gate Level Threshold Gate Attack Time Gate Decay Release Time Gating Depth Compressor Curve Compressor Threshold Level Compressor Attack Time Compressor Release Time Compression Ratio 6x2 stereo crosspoint matrix including 1x1 QM signal routing 2 channel gated mic preamp with compressor limiter 4 channels mic EQ 6X5 mic program matrix mixer 4x2 mic matrix mixer on the QM output stereo vo...

Page 12: ...le hard or soft knee 0dB to 20dB 0 1dB steps 0 1 to 300 ms 1 to 500 ms 12dB 0 1dB steps 160 500 1 2k 3k Hz 12dB 100Hz 0 5dB steps 12dB 10kHz 0 5dB steps 10 band graphic 2 band parametric 12dB 0 1 dB steps 0 1 to 3 0 octaves 0 1 octave steps 25Hz to 20kHz 0 5Hz steps Low Pass High Pass Peaking Eq Notch Treble Shelf Bass Shelf 12dB 0 1dB steps 31 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k 16k Hz 0 to 40 ms 1 ms ste...

Page 13: ...ck matte powder coat finish convection cooled vented top and sides Extruded aluminum black matte powder coat finish with polycarbonate label overlay Freestanding or 2U 19 inch rack mountable adhesive feet and rack ears included Dimensions Height Width Depth 3 47 in 8 81 cm without feet 17 03 in 43 24 cm 19 00 in 48 26 cm with ears 12 58 in 31 95 cm Weight MPS 250 MPS 250 70V MPS 250 100V 10 1 lbs ...

Page 14: ...ypad FlipTop Control Center infiNET Gateway iLux Integrated Lighting System infiNET Dimmer and Switch Custom Serial Interface Cable 12 Button Designer Keypad IR Receiver IR Probe 3 Channel Multimedia Amplifier 3 Channel Sound Reinforcement Amplifier Physical Description This section provides information on the connections controls and indicators available on your MPS 250 MPS 250 Physical View Fron...

Page 15: ...PS 250 Multimedia Presentation System 250 MPS 250 Overall Dimensions 12 58 in 31 95 cm 3 47 in 8 81 cm 17 03 in 43 24 cm 11 85 in 30 08 cm Operations Guide DOC 6647A Multimedia Presentation System 250 MPS 250 11 ...

Page 16: ...tion System 250 Crestron MPS 250 MPS 250 Buttons and Ports 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 14 16 17 19 20 29 18 21 23 24 22 27 25 28 30 31 33 15 26 7 13 32 12 Multimedia Presentation System 250 MPS 250 Operations Guide DOC 6647A ...

Page 17: ...e system is running restarts the program 5 COMPUTER Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 4 Pin 3 1 USB Type B female USB 1 1 computer console port cable included PIN DESCRIPTION 1 5 VDC 2 Data 3 Data 4 Ground 6 PROGRAM OUT L R 1 5 pin 3 5 mm detachable terminal block Balanced unbalanced stereo line level output Output Impedance 200 ohms balanced 100 ohms unbalanced Maximum Output Level 4 Vrms balanced 2 Vrms unbalance...

Page 18: ... sets of 3 BNC female video inputs each set configurable as Component HDTV YPbPr video input or S video Y C input or Composite input Input Level 1 Vp p nominal Input Impedance 75 ohms nominal DC Offset Insensitive to DC offset AC coupled Video signal sensing on COMP Pb or Y Y 3 DB15HD female RGBHV VGA inputs Format RGBHV or RGBS RGB Input Level 1 Vp p nominal RGB Input Impedance 75 ohms nominal Sy...

Page 19: ...ic adjustable backlight 2 lines x 20 characters per line Displays input outputs by name volume level bargraph setup menus time date and other system information 4 pushbuttons for activation of LCD driven functions and passcode entry 15 SPEAKER OUTPUTS 1 or 2 2 pin 5mm detachable terminal blocks Speaker level audio outputs MPS 250 1 2 pin 5mm detachable terminal blocks Speaker level audio outputs M...

Page 20: ...s can also be configured to simulate the presence of a monitor to RGB outputs that require a monitor to be connected For more information refer to Configure the RGB Input Ports on page 28 21 INPUT 1 5 pin 3 5 mm detachable terminal block Comprises 4 digital contact closure inputs Rated for 0 24 Volts DC referenced to GND Input Impedance 2 2k ohms pulled up to 5 Volts DC Logic Threshold 2 5 Volts D...

Page 21: ...RGBHV or RGBS RGB Output Resolution Non interlaced 1920 x 1200 maximum 60 Hz limit at 1600 x 1200 or higher Video HDTV Formats NTSC or PAL HDTV up to 1080i 1080p Connects to QM input port of a compatible touchpanel or other QuickMedia device via CresCAT QM or CresCAT IM cable 4 26 QM INPUT 6 1 8 wire RJ 45 female QuickMedia input port Signal Types Dynamically configurable for RGBHV component YPbPr...

Page 22: ... the serial ports PIN DIRECTION DESCRIPTION 1 To MPS 250 DCD Data Carrier Detect 2 To MPS 250 RXD Receive Data 3 From MPS 250 TXD Transmit Data 4 From MPS 250 DTR Data Terminal Ready 5 Common GND Ground 6 To MPS 250 DSR Data Set Ready 7 From MPS 250 RTS Request To Send 8 To MPS 250 CTS Clear To Send 9 To MPS 250 RI Ring Indicator 28 LAN 1 8 wire RJ 45 with two LED indicators 10 100BaseT Ethernet p...

Page 23: ... Y Y C Pr OUTPUT 3 3 BNC female configurable as 1 Component HDTV YPbPr video output or 1 S video Y C output or 1 Composite output Output Level 1 0 to 1 1 Vp p terminated with 1 Vp p input Output Impedance 75 ohms nominal RGBHV OUTPUT 4 1 DB15HD female RGBHV VGA output Format RGBHV RGBS or YPbPr RGB Output Level 0 7 to 0 75 Vp p terminated with 0 7 Vp p input unity gain RGB Output Impedance 75 ohms...

Page 24: ...r pinouts RJ 45 PIN NUMBER WIRE COLORS 568B COMPOSITE S VIDEO COMPONENT 1 WHITE ORANGE Composite Luminance Y 2 ORANGE Composite Luminance Y 3 WHITE GREEN N A Chrominance Pb 4 BLUE N A N A Pr 5 WHITE BLUE N A N A Pr 6 GREEN N A Chrominance Pb 7 WHITE BROWN N A N A N A 8 BROWN N A N A N A 4 The eight pin RJ 45 QuickMedia transport port accepts CAT5E CAT6 carrying RGB audio video and microphone signa...

Page 25: ...s These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installatio...

Page 26: ...wisted pair cable designed for Ethernet networks These networks operate at speeds of up to 100 Megabits per second Mbps using the 100BaseT standard Crestron takes advantage of this specification for a variety of video applications Crestron recommends using CresCAT CresCAT D or CresCAT Q wiring solutions The following chart shows the maximum recommended cable lengths for various signal formats Reco...

Page 27: ...e of lower resolution signals may allow increased cable length but must be tested by the installer with the sources to be used The QM pin assignment is based on the EIA TIA 568B RJ 45 Jack standard NOTE When transmitting S video luminance uses the green video pathway and chrominance uses the red video pathway When transmitting composite video the signal is carried on the blue video pathway NOTE Wh...

Page 28: ... the ears to the unit The only tool required is a 2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component a...

Page 29: ...et prior to placing the MPS 250 in an equipment rack For more information refer to Configure the RGB Input Ports on page 28 Stacking Four feet are provided with the MPS 250 so that if the unit is not rack mounted the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked NOTE No more than two MPS 250 units should be stacked Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connect...

Page 30: ...PAD 2 C2N FTB 2 CNX B12 2 C2N DB12 2 CLW DIM1RF CLW DIMS1RF requires Crestron Toolbox for implementation 2 CLW SW1RF CLW SWS1RF requires Crestron Toolbox for implementation 1 QM AMP3x80MM SR 1 C2N MNETGW 1 CLS C6 1 RoomView Express or RoomView Server Edition connection CAUTION Speakers must be rated to full available output CAUTION Do not bridge speaker outputs 26 Multimedia Presentation System 25...

Page 31: ... relay 2 NOTE This product does not support Cresnet Analyzer software If Cresnet analysis is required contact Crestron s True Blue Support Balanced and unbalanced audio inputs outputs are provided utilizing five pin terminal block connectors For connection details refer to the following table and diagrams Audio Connections SIGNAL NAME BALANCED AUDIO INPUT BALANCED AUDIO OUTPUT UNBALANCED AUDIO INP...

Page 32: ...t a signal even when an RGB device is not connected to the MPS 250 output Changing the DIP switch setting can enable or disable this feature The MPS 250 is shipped from the factory with the DDC feature disabled NOTE The sync input impedance and DDC feature should be set prior to placing the MPS 250 in an equipment rack Find the DIP Switches The DIP switches that configure the RGB input ports are l...

Page 33: ...OFF OFF OFF 500 X X ON OFF ON OFF SYNC INPUT IMPEDANCE 75 X X ON ON ON ON NOTE The function table is also located on the bottom of the MPS 250 NOTE The factory setting for the DIP switches are DDC disabled switches 1 2 in the OFF position and 1k ohm impedance switches 3 through 6 in the OFF position 2 Replace the access panel and secure the screws using the 2 Phillips screwdriver Further Configura...

Page 34: ... custom labels for the MPS 250 s front panel buttons and LEDS Crestron recommends printing on 100 pound paper Paper weighing less than 100 pounds will tend to crumple while sliding in while paper weighing more than 100 pounds may not fit 30 Multimedia Presentation System 250 MPS 250 Operations Guide DOC 6647A ...

Page 35: ...com versiontracker Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows For additional details download SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the extensive help file Any program created for the MPS 250 with SystemBuilder will include the out of the box functionality in addition to a...

Page 36: ...idden from view To view hidden signals in a program containing out of the box functionality select Display Out Of The Box Functionality OOTBF Programming in the SIMPL Windows Preferences window Options Preferences 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 Switching Programs If a c...

Page 37: ...l and System Configuration txt files in the NVRAM Disk directory and reboot the processor For instructions on using Crestron Toolbox File Manager utility refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file NOTE If switching to a different type of program i e from out of the box functionality to custom or vice versa the retrieved xml file can be renamed ootbf xml becomes custom xml and custom xml becomes ootbf...

Page 38: ...olbox for communicating with the MPS 250 refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details There are two methods of communication USB NOTE Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters USB Communication USB PC RUNNING CRESTRON TOOLBOX MPS 250 The COMPUTER port on the MPS 250 connects to the USB port on the PC via the included Type A to Type B USB cable Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbo...

Page 39: ...ers 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 Program If a SIM...

Page 40: ... program Refer to the SystemBuilder help file for more information Users who enter an administrator password can change any of the MPS 250 settings Users who enter a user password can only view the MPS 250 settings The MPS 250 can determine when an administrator or user password is entered NOTE If running the out of the box program the default password which has the same rights as an administrator...

Page 41: ... can view the settings but cannot make changes For information on administrator and user passwords refer to the SystemBuilder help file NOTE When the system is being configured system operation is suspended Menu Structure The following diagram displays the menu structure of the MPS 250 MPS 250 Menu Structure MAIN MENU AUDIO SETUP PROGRAM OUTPUT SPEECH OUTPUT RECORD OUTPUT INPUT COMPENSATION VIDEO ...

Page 42: ...haracteristics of the MPS 250 can be configured from the front panel using the Audio Setup menu Access the Audio Setup Menu To access the Audio Setup menu Access the menu as described on page 36 The words Audio Setup will be displayed Press ENTER to open the Audio Setup menu To exit the Audio Setup menu press MENU Program Output The Program Output section of the Audio Setup menu is used to set the...

Page 43: ...ting the program source mix the Program Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display will change to indicate the volume level Press ENTER to save changes and return to the previous screen To cancel without saving changes press MENU Set the Program Bass Level To set the Program ...

Page 44: ...tons Press the k button to increase the treble level Press the j button to lower the treble level NOTE While adjusting the Program Treble level the Program Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display will change to indicate the volume level Press MENU or ENTER to save changes ...

Page 45: ...ges and return to the previous screen Set the Program Maximum Volume The Program Maximum Volume control is used to set the highest volume setting of the PROGRAM output The RECORD and SPEECH outputs are not affected by changes made to the Program Maximum Volume level To set the Program Maximum Volume level Access the Program Output menu as described on page 38 Press the k or j buttons until Max Vol...

Page 46: ...tereo Mono is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to open the Stereo Mono controls as shown in the following diagram Stereo Mono Control Select Stereo Mono Stereo Press the k or j buttons until the desired mode is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER The current setting is indicated with an asterisk NOTE While adjusting the Stereo Mono setting the Program Volume level can be adjusted by turning t...

Page 47: ...and startup volume The PROGRAM and RECORD outputs are not affected by changes made from the Speech Output menu Access the Speech Output Menu To access the Speech Output menu Access the Audio Setup menu as described on page 38 The words Audio Setup will be displayed Press the k or j buttons until Speech Output is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to open the Speech Output menu To return to the A...

Page 48: ... by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display will change to indicate the volume level Press ENTER to save changes and return to the previous screen To cancel without saving changes press MENU Set the Speech Bass Level To set the Speech Bass level Access the Speech Output menu as described on page 43 Press...

Page 49: ...ch Treble 0db Adjust the Speech Treble level with the j and k buttons Press the k button to increase the Speech Treble level Press the j button to lower the Speech Treble level NOTE While adjusting the Speech Treble level the Speech Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display ...

Page 50: ...Only Press the k or j buttons until the desired mode is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER The current setting is indicated with an asterisk The following settings are available Program Only The front panel volume control will now only control the output volume for PROG OUT and SPEAKER 20W 8Ω if the internal amplifier is used Speech Only The front panel volume control will now only control the o...

Page 51: ...ntrol Mode is to be returned to the Master Vol setting from the Program Only setting the Speech Only setting or the user selectable Pgm Spch Sel setting the Minimum and Maximum Volume levels for the SPEECH and PROGRAM outputs must be set to ensure proper operation Set the Volume Control Mode to Master Vol as described on page 46 Set the PROGRAM output s Minimum and Maximum Volume levels to 30 and ...

Page 52: ...e setting of the SPEECH output The RECORD and PROGRAM outputs are not affected by changes made to the Speech Maximum Volume level To set the Speech Maximum Volume level Access the Speech Output menu as described on page 43 Press the k or j buttons until Max Volume is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to open the Speech Maximum Volume controls Speech Maximum Volume Control Spch Max Volume 75 Adj...

Page 53: ...OTE While adjusting the Speech Startup Volume level the Speech Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display will change to indicate the volume level Press MENU or ENTER to save changes and return to the previous screen Record Output The Record Output section of the Audio Setup ...

Page 54: ...ected source to the RECORD output Mic Only Sends the microphone input signals to the RECORD output Mic Aud Sends a mix of the audio signal from the selected source and the microphone input signals to the RECORD output NOTE While setting the Record Source Mix the Record Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume W...

Page 55: ...sed if the Fixed Variable Mode is set to Variable For more information refer to Set Fixed Variable Mode on page 50 To adjust the Record Startup Volume level Access the Record Output menu as described on page 49 Press the k or j buttons until Startup Vol is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to open the Record Startup Volume control Record Startup Volume Control Rec Startup Vol 30 Adjust the Reco...

Page 56: ... desired input is displayed and press ENTER Adjust Compensation Level Input 1 Comp 0db Adjust the compensation level with the j and k buttons Press the k button to increase the compensation level Press the j button to lower the compensation level Compensation can range from 10db to 10db A compensation level of 0db will provide neutral compensation NOTE The input compensation level of the QM INPUT ...

Page 57: ...el Press the j button to lower the Master Startup Volume level The highest Master Startup Volume setting is 100 NOTE While adjusting the Master Startup Volume level the Master Volume level can be adjusted by turning the volume control clockwise to raise the volume or counterclockwise to lower the volume When adjusting the volume the display will change to indicate the volume level Press MENU or EN...

Page 58: ... The gating function for the selected microphone input is enabled To exit the Microphone Gating control without saving changes press MENU Switch Microphone Compression Microphone compression can be individually set on each microphone input To switch microphone compression on or off Access the Microphone menu as described on page 53 Press the k or j buttons until Mic 1 Compression or Mic 2 Compress...

Page 59: ... or j buttons until the desired setting is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to save the setting The current setting is indicated with an asterisk The following settings are available OFF The limiter function for the selected microphone input is disabled ON The limiter function for the selected microphone input is enabled To exit the Microphone Limiter control without saving changes press MENU ...

Page 60: ... the desired setting is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to save the setting To exit the Microphone Gain control without saving changes press MENU Video Setup The video characteristics of the MPS 250 can be configured from the front panel using the Video Setup menu Access the Video Setup Menu To access the Video Setup menu Access the menu as described on page 36 Press the k or j buttons until ...

Page 61: ...and press the soft button labeled INS Press ENTER to save the new name and return to the Input Naming menu or press MENU to cancel the operation and return to the Input Naming menu After all inputs have been named press MENU to return to the Video Setup menu Select Input Type The BNC video inputs of the MPS 250 can accept composite S video or component signals The RGB inputs of the MPS 250 can acc...

Page 62: ...eturn to the Select Input Type menu After all inputs have been configured press MENU to return to the Video Setup menu Name Video Outputs The MPS 250 ships with default names assigned to each of the outputs Output 1 is called Output 1 Output 2 is called Output 2 Output 3 is called Output 3 Output 4 is called Output 4 Output 5 is called QM Output 5 To change the output names Access the Video Setup ...

Page 63: ... Setup menu Network Setup The network settings of the MPS 250 can be configured and reviewed from the front panel using the Network Setup menu NOTE Some changes to network settings may require a reboot to take effect The system will automatically reboot when necessary Access the Network Setup Menu To access the Network Setup menu Access the menu as described on page 36 Press the k or j buttons unt...

Page 64: ...mmunications To set the address of the IP Subnet Mask Access the Network Setup menu as described on page 59 Press the k or j buttons until Subnet Mask is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to display the Subnet Mask controls The current IP address of the Subnet Mask will be displayed Display the IP Subnet Mask Address Subnet Mask 000 000 000 000 Turn the volume control clockwise or counterclockw...

Page 65: ...hange a different section press the soft button under the section to be changed Repeat the previous two steps until the entire Default Router IP address is set To save the new address and return to the Network Setup menu move the cursor to the right most section and press ENTER To cancel the operation and return to the Network Setup menu press MENU Set the DHCP Mode The IP address can be obtained ...

Page 66: ...The current setting is indicated with an asterisk To save the setting and return to the Network Setup menu press ENTER To cancel the operation and return to the Network Setup menu press MENU View and Set the Hostname The MPS 250 can be recognized by its hostname in a networked environment To view and set the hostname Access the Network Setup menu as described on page 59 Press the k or j buttons un...

Page 67: ...save the new name and return to the Network Setup menu press ENTER To cancel the operation and return to the Hostname display press MENU View and Set the Domain Name Some networks may require a Domain name to resolve the hostname To view and set the Domain name Access the Network Setup menu as described on page 59 Press the k or j buttons until Domain Name is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER t...

Page 68: ...s formerly known as RoomView 6 0 or RoomView Server Edition formerly known as RoomView 7 0 To set the version of RoomView Access the Network Setup menu as described on page 59 Press the k or j buttons until RoomView is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to display the RoomView controls Display the RoomView Settings RoomView RV None Press the k and j buttons to toggle between RV 6 0 RoomView Expr...

Page 69: ...ons until Backlight is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to display the Select Brightness controls Display the Select Brightness Controls Select Brightness Bklt Low Press the j or k buttons to select a brightness level low medium or high The current level is indicated with an asterisk To save the setting and return to the Control Setup menu press ENTER To cancel the operation and return to the ...

Page 70: ...space position the cursor where the space is to be inserted and press the soft button labeled INS Press ENTER to save the new name and return to the Function Naming menu or press MENU to cancel the operation and return to the Function Naming menu After all functions have been named press MENU to return to the Control Setup menu Identify Network Devices Use the front panel to identify the presence ...

Page 71: ...e connected to the MPS 250 Press the MENU button to return to the menu NOTE For information on using the front panel and input devices with the MPS 250 refer to Operation on page 75 NOTE If a C2N MNETGW has been identified infiNET switches and dimmers must still be identified with Crestron Toolbox Refer to the respective infiNET switch and dimmer manuals for more information Upgrade Connected APAD...

Page 72: ...Display the Change Password Controls Change Passwd _ Turn the volume control to select the first digit in the password Press the k button to move the cursor to the next digit and select the next digit in the password with the volume control The maximum password length is 20 digits Press the j button to move to the previous digit To save the new password and return to the Control Setup menu press E...

Page 73: ...ayed press the soft buttons labeled or to view the rest of the information Press the MENU button to return to the Info menu To view hardware information press the soft button labeled HW Display the Hardware Information Current Hardware Con Press the k or j buttons to see other information If partial information is displayed press the soft buttons labeled or to view the rest of the information Pres...

Page 74: ...formation Press the soft buttons labeled or to view the information that cannot fit on the display Press the MENU button to return to the Info menu To return to the Control Setup menu press MENU Review System Messages The MPS 250 stores system messages in a message log The presence of new messages in the log is indicated when the MSG LED is lit To review system messages using the front panel Acces...

Page 75: ... Press MENU to return to the Control Setup menu NOTE The contents of the message log can be read and saved using Crestron Toolbox For more information refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file Set the Date and Time Use the front panel to set the MPS 250 s date and time Access the Control Setup menu as described on page 65 Press the k or j buttons until Time Date is displayed on the LCD and press ENT...

Page 76: ... the soft button labeled TIME Display the Time Controls TIME 05 02 32PM HR MIN AM PM To set the hour press the soft button labeled HR To set the minute press the soft button labeled MIN To set AM or PM press the soft button labeled AM PM A pair of brackets will appear around the selected part of the time Press the k or j buttons to increase or decrease the value of the selected part of the time Re...

Page 77: ...nu Audio Settings Only Restore Defaults Aud settings only Press the k or j buttons until Aud settings only is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER Confirm Restore Audio Default Settings Only Reset all audio No Press the k or j buttons until Yes is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER to restore the audio settings to the factory defaults To cancel press the k or j buttons until No is displayed on t...

Page 78: ...n the LCD and press ENTER To cancel Press the k or j buttons until Abort is displayed on the LCD and press ENTER The restore operation will be cancelled Cancel Restore Operation Restore Defaults Abort Front Panel Lock Control The MPS 250 s front panel controls can be locked to prevent operational changes from the buttons on the front of the MPS 250 While locked the menu can be accessed by pressing...

Page 79: ...ystem To turn on the system 1 Select an output by pressing any of the output buttons VIDEO for composite output on OUTPUT 1 S VIDEO for S video output on OUTPUT 2 YPrPb for component output on OUTPUT 3 RGBHV for RGB video on OUTPUT 4 TOUCHPANEL for local touchpanel on OUTPUT 5 CH or QM 2 Select any of the source inputs by pressing an input button BNC 1 BNC 2 RGBHV 3 BNC 4 RGBHV 5 or QM IN 6 Turn O...

Page 80: ...gram Start volume when SYS PWR is pressed SPEECH volume is set to Speech Start volume when SYS PWR is pressed MASTER volume is set to Master Start volume when SYS PWR is pressed The volume level of the MPS 250 is adjusted with the volume control knob The volume control knob will only control the volume parameter that was selected when the Volume Control Mode was specified as described on 46 NOTE I...

Page 81: ...Toolbox help file Control from an APAD The following describes operation of the system when using the out of the box functionality and an APAD Wall Mount LCD Controller If a custom program has been created the system may function differently The APAD has six buttons and a Nav Wheel as shown in the following diagram APAD Buttons Power Button Soft Buttons Soft Button Nav Wheel When switching sources...

Page 82: ...olume control mode setting If the volume control mode was set to MASTER VOLUME then the APAD will control the master volume Otherwise the APAD will control the program volume only For more information on the volume control mode refer to page 46 Raise the volume Turn the Nav wheel clockwise The volume level will be displayed on the LCD Lower the volume Turn the Nav wheel counterclockwise The volume...

Page 83: ...drapes press the soft button labeled Up To lower the drapes press the soft button labeled Down The display will indicate the status of the drapes NOTE This function will only work if a drape controller has been configured in Crestron SystemBuilder or SIMPL Windows and connected to the MPS 250 Control from a Keypad The following describes operation of the system when using the out of the box functi...

Page 84: ...me Control Mode was specified as described on page 46 Mute Audio To mute the audio output press the MUTE button To unmute press the MUTE button again The front panel of the MPS 250 will indicate the status of the mute function Control from a C2N FTB The following describes operation of the system when using the out of the box functionality and a C2N FTB FlipTop Control Center If a custom program h...

Page 85: ...ntrol the volume parameter that was selected when the Volume Control Mode was specified as described on page 46 Mute Audio To mute the audio output press the MUTE button To unmute press the MUTE button again The front panel of the MPS 250 will indicate the status of the mute function Adjust Lighting To toggle between preset light settings press either of the LIGHTS buttons The front panel of the M...

Page 86: ... Error Message Definitions in the latest version of the Crestron 2 Series Control Systems Reference Guide Doc 6256 for more details System locks up Various Press and release front panel HW R button then press and hold SW R button to bypass program and communicate directly with the processor Refer to Troubleshooting Communications in the latest version of the Crestron 2 Series Control Systems Refer...

Page 87: ...elease the SW R button This will put the MPS 250 into Wait mode for the next five seconds During this mode the MSG LED will blink slowly once per second 4 During Wait mode press and release the SW R button again The MPS 250 will now enter the Wait Acknowledge mode for the next five seconds During this mode the MSG LED will blink rapidly four times per second 5 During Wait Acknowledge mode press an...

Page 88: ...correct firmware file CUZ or zip and click Open 13 In the Firmware window click Send You will see a Confirmation window asking if you ve selected the right file Click OK and you will see the File Transfer window 14 When file transfer is completed you will see a window asking you to re connect Click OK then close the Firmware window and re connect using the normal Address Book entry Network Analysi...

Page 89: ...f the run should be used in the following equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation s left side Cable Length Equation L Length of run or chain in feet R 6 Ohms Crestron Certified Wire 18 AWG 0 75 MM or 1 6 Ohms Cresnet HP 12 AWG 4 MM P Cresnet power usage of entire run or chain 2 2 L 40 000 R x P Where Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the rig...

Page 90: ...ocate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide please take advantage of Crestron s award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at 1 888 CRESTRON 1 888 273 7876 You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website www crestron com onlinehelp to ask questions about Crestron products First time users will need to establish a user account to fully ...

Page 91: ...mmands data or instructions from or to another computer b for local campus or wide area network internet or web hosting services or c pursuant to any rental sharing or service bureau arrangement The Software is designed as a software development and customization tool As such Crestron cannot and does not guarantee any results of use of the Software or that the Software will operate error free and ...

Page 92: ...inety 90 days from the date of receipt and b that any hardware accompanying the Software will be subject to its own limited warranty as stated in its accompanying written material Crestron shall at its option repair or replace or refund the license fee for any Software found defective by Crestron if notified by you within the warranty period The foregoing remedy shall be your exclusive remedy for ...

Page 93: ...or 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 other than that for whi...

Page 94: ...Crestron Electronics Inc Operations Guide DOC 6647A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 2019926 Tel 888 CRESTRON 06 08 Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subject to www crestron com change without notice ...

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