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CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE

Power Distribution Block with PoE
Installation & Operation Guide

Description

The Crestron

®

 CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE is an Ethernet to Cresnet bridge that 

provides control with a Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN). The device is controlled 
and powered by LAN PoE (Power over Ethernet). The CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE can 
control and power all modules in the cabinet and also the devices on the Cresnet

®

 

network.

Installation

WARNING

:  To avoid fire, shock, or death, turn off the power at the circuit breaker or 

fuse and test that the power is off before wiring! 

NOTE

:  Observe the following points:

  •  Install and use this product in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and 

regulations.

  •  A licensed electrician should install this product.

NOTE

:  Before using the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE, ensure the device is using the 

latest firmware. Check for the latest firmware for the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE at 
www.crestron.com/firmware. Load the firmware onto the device using Crestron 
Toolbox™ software.

NOTE

:  Unless otherwise indicated, the lighting system specified in this guide is 

modular, requiring assembly in the field by a licensed electrician, in accordance with all 
national and local codes. 

If an assembled UL

®

 Listed panel is required, Crestron offers this service through its UL 

Listed panel shop. This includes complete in factory system configuration and assembly 
by Crestron for an additional fee. 

Replace the Divider

NOTE

:  Class 1 and Class 2 wiring must be separated. Ensure that the correct divider is 

used.

Replace the divider.
  1.  Remove the two screws that secure the divider in the enclosure. Discard the screws 

and the divider.

  2.  Using the supplied screws and nuts, secure the new divider to the side of the 

enclosure.

Additional Resources

Visit the product page on the Crestron website (www.crestron.com) 
for additional information and the latest firmware updates. Use a QR 
reader application on your mobile device to scan the QR image.

From override 

switch

Power input (for when there 

is no PoE or for when 

additional power is needed)

LAN and PoE 

from control 

network

To Cresnet 

devices

Use the gray module 
interconnect cable to make 
a connection to the left 
module in a double-wide 
cabinet.

Use the gray module interconnect cable to make a 
connection to the module in a single-wide cabinet. 
Use the red module interconnect cable to make a 
connection to the right module in a double-wide 
cabinet.

LEFT

RIGHT

SINGLE WIDTH CABINET

DOUBLE WIDTH CABINET

PWR

NET

MSG

RESET

SETUP

TEST

LAN PoE

OVER RIDE

POWER

INPUT

OVR 

OVR

NET B

24

G

G

G

NET A

24 Y Z G

TYPICAL CRESNET
CONNECTION

C A E N - B LO C K- C E N C N - 2 - P O E

E T H E R N E T   T O   C R E S N E T   B R I D G E

Mount and Wire the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE

The CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE must be mounted in accordance with all national and 
local codes. Use the two 8B x 1/4” screws, supplied, to attach the 
CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE to an enclosure. The first illustration below shows the 
CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE mounted in a single-wide enclosure; the second illustration 
shows the double-wide enclosure.

NOTE

:  When installing the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE in a single-wide enclosure, 

use the gray module interconnect cable to make the connection between the module 
and the RIGHT port on the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE.

NOTE

:  When installing the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE in a double-wide enclosure, 

use the red module interconnect cable to make the connection between the right 
module and the RIGHT port on the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE. Use the gray module 
interconnect cable to make the connection between the left module and the LEFT port 
on the CAEN-BLOCK-CENCN-2-POE.

Make connections as called out in the following illustration.

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