Crestron ST-DSN, Operation Manual

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Crestron ST-DSN Docking Station
Docking Station: ST-DSN
Introduction
Functions and Features
The ST-DSN is a microprocessor-based docking station designed to fast charge the
ST-BTPN (rechargeable battery pack). The ST-DSN is also available in an
international version, the STI-DSN. All features are identical with the exception of
the power pack (PWI-1215). Refer to “Power Source” on page 5 for more
information. The ST-DSN can also fast charge the older ST-BTP rechargeable
battery pack. For related information on the ST-BTP, consult the ST-BTP
Operations Guide (Doc. 5746). The latest version of the guide can be obtained from
the Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website
(www.crestron.com) .
A fast charge occurs in one of three possible configurations and can take 2.7 to 6
hours (depending on whether the ST-BTPN is fully discharged and the amount of
current drawn during the charging process). Each situation is detailed in “Using the
ST-DSN to Charge the ST-BTPN (Rechargeable Battery Pack)” on page 5.
1. The ST-DSN charges the ST-BTPN alone.
2. The ST-DSN charges the ST-BTPN while the rechargeable battery
pack is installed in a touchpanel and the touchpanel is not in use.
3. The ST-DSN charges the ST-BTPN while the rechargeable battery
pack is installed in a touchpanel and the touchpanel is in use.
NOTE: Configuration 2 and 3 depend on the type of Crestron
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wireless touchpanel
in use; for example, the ST-1700C or ST-1550C.
A second function of the ST-DSN is to preserve the charge of a ST-BTPN. As long
as the contacts of the ST-BTPN and the ST-DSN remain together, the ST-DSN
“trickle charges” the ST-BTPN in an attempt to maintain the ST-BTPN at full charge
for optimum performance. The duration of a “trickle charge” is continuous as long
as the ST-BTPN is not fully charged.
NOTE : For simplicity, ST-DSN will be used in this guide for both the ST-DSN and
the STI-DSN, except where noted.
Functional Summary
Operations Guide – DOC. 6095 Docking Station: ST-DSN
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Microprocessor-based
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Fast charge of battery pack