2-Series RS-232/422/485 Expansion Cards
Crestron
C2COM-2/3
grounding strap that is properly grounded and on a grounded workstation to avoid
damaging the C2COM-2/3 and/or the control system.
CAUTION:
To prevent stripping of screw heads, threads, or mounting holes,
DO
NOT
overtighten screws. Tighten only to the specification listed in the individual
step(s).
NOTE:
If the C2COM-2/3 is being installed in an AV2, the optional CAGE2 must
be installed before continuing below. For instructions on installing the CAGE2 into
an AV2 control system, refer to the latest revision of the CAGE2 3-Card Expansion
Cage for AV2 Installation Guide (Doc. 5964).
Installation
Follow the instructions below to install the C2COM-2/3 into a 2-Series control
system.
Tools/hardware required
Non-standard DB9 (RS-232/422/485) cable (Refer to DB9 cable
information on page 5)
Phillips screwdriver
Grounding strap or grounded workstation
1. Disconnect power from the control system.
2. Remove the two screws and blank faceplate from the desired slot in the
control system using a Phillips screwdriver.
3. Align the C2COM-2/3 with the card guides in the open slot and slide
the expansion card into the slot.
4. Firmly press both ends of the C2COM-2/3 faceplate to seat the
expansion card in the control system connector.
5. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews to secure the C2COM-2/3 to the control
system.
6. Connect DB cable(s).
7. Reapply power to the contol system.
Hookup
Non-standard DB9 connectors (two on the C2COM-2, three on the C2COM-3)
provide distinct bidirectional serial ports on the C2COM-2/3. Refer to the following
sample hookup illustration.
NOTE:
For pinout information on connection to third-party serial devices,
download Crestron’s Cable Database Software. The latest version can be obtained
from the Downloads | Software Updates section of the Crestron website
(www.crestron.com).
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2-Series RS-232/422/485 Expansion Cards: C2COM-2/3
Operations & Installation Guide - Doc. 8192
