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Professional Video Distribution Switch 

  Crestron 

CNX-PVID8x4

 

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  Professional Video Distribution Switch: CNX-PVID8x4 

Operations Guide - DOC. 8166A 

Detail View of the CNX-PVID8x4 Symbol 

 

CNX-PVID8x4 Symbol Input Descriptions 

INPUT(S) FUNCTION(S) 

Src-For-Out-1-Level-1 
through Src-For-Out-
8-Level-1 

Provide the analog equivalent (1 through 16) via the Analog 
Initialize symbol (decimal format) on this line so that the 
video source connected to the given input (on level 1) can 
be switched to the specified output on level 1. 

Src-For-Out-1-Level-2 
through Src-For-Out-
8-Level-2 

Provide the analog equivalent (1 through 16) via the Analog 
Initialize symbol (decimal format) on this line so that the 
video source connected to the given input (on level 2) can 
be switched to the specified output on level 2. 

Src-For-Out-1-Level-3 
through Src-For-Out-
8-Level-3 

Provide the analog equivalent (1 through 16) via the Analog 
Initialize symbol (decimal format) on this line so that the 
video source connected to the given input (on level 3) can 
be switched to the specified output on level 3. 

Src-For-Out-1-Level-4 
through Src-For-Out-
8-Level-4 

Provide the analog equivalent (1 through 16) via the Analog 
Initialize symbol (decimal format) on this line so that the 
video source connected to the given input (on level 4) can 
be switched to the specified output on level 4. 

Содержание CNX-PVID8x4

Страница 1: ...Crestron CNX PVID8x4 Video Distribution Switch Operations Guide ...

Страница 2: ...n by the Technical Documentation department at Crestron Electronics Inc 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 1 888 CRESTRON All brand names product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners 2004 Crestron Electronics Inc ...

Страница 3: ... Hookup 13 Hardware Configurations 14 Signal Distribution to More than Eight Rooms 19 Programming Software 20 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC 20 Programming with Crestron AppBuilder 21 Programming with SIMPL Windows 21 CNX PVID8x4 Symbols 23 Example Program 30 Uploading and Upgrading 31 Communication Settings 31 Uploading a SIMPL Windows Program 33 Firmware Upgrade 35 Problem Sol...

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Страница 5: ...ofessional quality far above the level of consumer grade equipment for sophisticated home theaters kitchens bedrooms offices and outdoor areas Fully integrated with the Crestron control system as a network device the CNX PVID8x4 is a key component in the Crestron Home complete solution for distributing audio video and control throughout the home Functional Summary Accepts digital audio NTSC PAL co...

Страница 6: ...or that reports power activity status of all source devices attached to the CNX PVID8x4 CNX PVID8x4 used with Crestron Room Solution Box NOTE Systems that incorporate the CNX PVID8x4 and Crestron Room Solution Boxes satisfy a vast number of possible applications that could be used by Crestron customers The CNXPVID8x4 is ideally used in tandem with a CNXRMC or CNXRMCLV in each room which receives a...

Страница 7: ...r Version 5 14 02W UPZ or later Version 5 12 63V UPZ or later Version 4 02 4S UPZ or later CNX PVID8x4 Firmware 4 PVID_16 upg or later PVID_16 s19 or later Rack space required 4U high 1U wide Video bandwidth 100 MHz Crosstalk 60 dB Environmental temperature range 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Humidity 10 to 90 RH non condensing Dimensions without mounting ears Height 6 97 in 17 70 cm Width 17 29 in 43 92 ...

Страница 8: ...tions Guide DOC 8166A Physical Description The CNX PVID8x4 is housed in a black enclosure with labeling on the front and rear panels LEDs on the front of the unit indicate the unit s status All connections are made to the back of the unit Refer to the following illustrations CNX PVID8x4 Front View CNX PVID8x4 Rear View ...

Страница 9: ...I T U U T P U O T CNX PVID8X4 17 29 in 43 92 cm E S T R O N C R E 7 H IG K L E R O C I N C C T R O N IC S L E 6 0 7 4 J N S A U 1 3 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 INPUT 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 7 6 5 4 1 2 3 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 11 12 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 5 6 7 8 OUTPUT NET SETUP 24 Y Z G Two mounting ears are provided for rack mounting four square rubber feet are provided for tabletop mountin...

Страница 10: ...in the loop must have terminators installed All video inputs have a video sensor so that the power status of all components can be reported Only inputs with sync can be reliably detected composite or luminance OUTPUT RCA Connectors There are four levels of eight RCA jacks 32 total for single ended local mode video NOTE The information on the OUTPUT RCA connectors and OUTPUT RJ 45 connectors are id...

Страница 11: ...ed to the CNX PVID8x4 NET This LED illuminates when communication between the Cresnet system and the CNX PVID8x4 is established unit is polled on the network Illumination indicates that the SIMPL Windows program currently loaded has a network device defined at the same Net ID as the CNX PVID8x4 SELECT 1 4 These LEDs illuminate when a switcher board levels 1 through 4 is selected Boards can be loca...

Страница 12: ...ce that may cause undesired operation Setup Network Wiring CAUTION Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment Failure to do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty NOTE When installing network wiring refer to the latest revision of the wiring diagram s appropriate for your specific system configuration available from the Downloads Product Manuals Wiring Diagrams ...

Страница 13: ...es a unique identity code Net ID These codes are two digit hexadecimal numbers from 03 to FE The Net ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program Refer to Setting the Net ID in Device Settings on page 22 for details of the SIMPL Windows procedure Refer to the note on page 31 for a definition of Viewport The Net ID of the CNX PVID8x4 has been factory set to 41 The Ne...

Страница 14: ...restricted to inputs 9 through 16 and extends level 1 with eight composite only connections NOTE Possible configurations and their respective applications when the CNX PVID8x4 is connected to Crestron Room Solution Boxes are summarized in Hardware Configurations on page 14 Furthermore cabling and jumper removal may prove useful in systems where the CNX PVID8x4 does not connect to a Crestron Room S...

Страница 15: ...Eight of the nine jumpers are grouped together Do not forget to remove the ninth jumper that is located separately from the other eight 6 Store jumpers removed in step 5 on the jumper holder as shown in the diagram that precedes this step 7 Place the cover over the unit observe proper orientation with respect to front and back panels and secure with 16 cover screws 8 Tighten screws to finger tight...

Страница 16: ...r to mounting Complete the following procedure to attach ears to the CNX PVID8x4 The only tool required for this procedure is a 2 Phillips screwdriver 1 Position a rack ear so that its drilled holes align with the four vacated holes located on one side of the CNX PVID8x4 2 Use four screws supplied 6 32 3 8 L to secure the ear to the CNX PVID8x4 as shown in the following diagram Ear Attachment for ...

Страница 17: ...ects to Crestron Room Solution Boxes within the system NOTE Refer to Network Wiring on page 8 when making connections to the port labeled CRESNET Hookup Connections for the CNX PVID8x4 E S T R O N C R E 7 H IG K L E R O C I N C C T R O N IC S L E 6 0 7 4 J N S A U 3 1 2 1 2 3 4 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 7 6 5 4 1 2 3 OUTPUT FROM VIDEO SOURCES ACCEPTS COMPONENT S VIDEO NTSC PAL CO...

Страница 18: ... paragraph for a tabulation of the relationship between input levels and audio video formats Relationship of Audio and Video Formats to Input Levels VIDEO COMPONENT S VIDEO COMPOSITE DIGITAL AUDIO FORMAT connects to connects to connects to connects to LEVEL three levels two levels one level one level 4 not connected not connected not connected digital audio 3 Pr not connected not connected not con...

Страница 19: ...buting a combination of up to 16 sources of any type The built in versatility of this configuration makes it the most popular and easiest to use NOTE Installers only need to consider another configuration if the system consists of more than 16 sources The illustration after this paragraph provides a visual depiction of a system that utilizes the CNX PVID8x4 and contains a combination of 16 or fewe...

Страница 20: ... or Video Sources NOTE Dealing with a system that contains more than 16 sources This configuration may be preferred as long as the system does not contain component video To achieve this configuration the unit must be opened and the cable assembly attached Refer to Cabling and Jumpers on page 8 for details The internal jumpers remain intact Conditions of this configuration please read carefully Th...

Страница 21: ...3 14 15 16 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 LEVEL 4 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 LEVEL 3 30 31 32 REFER TO THE LOGICAL DEPICTION SHOWN BELOW OF THE PHYSICAL CONNECTIONS SHOWN ABOVE E S T R O N C R E 7 H IG K L E R O C IN C C T RO N IC S L E 6 0 7 4 J N S A U LOGICAL DEPICTION 1 2 PHYSICAL CONNECTIONS 3 4 3 1 2 4 9 5 6 7 8 INPUT 10 11 12 S VIDEO SOURCES PHYSICALLY CONNECT TO LEVELS 1 2 INPUTS 1 THROUGH 16...

Страница 22: ...ENT SOURCES CANNOT EXCEED 16 COMPONENT SOURCES PHYSICALLY CONNECT TO LEVELS 1 2 3 INPUTS 9 THROUGH 16 ONLY DIGITAL AUDIO IF AVAILABLE PHYSICALLY CONNECTS TO LEVEL 4 AND IS SWITCHED WITH COMPOSITE S VIDEO OR COMPONENT SOURCES BUT NOT ON THE SAME INPUT NUMBER EIGHT OR MORE COMPOSITE SOURCES ARE PERMITTED EIGHT OR MORE S VIDEO SOURCES ARE PERMITTED UP TO EIGHT COMPONENT SOURCES ARE PERMITTED NOTE THE...

Страница 23: ... NOTE The last unit in the loop through connection must have terminators installed Video Distribution Expansion with Additional CNX PVID8x4s R R C 1 S T R E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 E O N C T RO L E I N C 8 8 7 6 5 R 1 2 3 4 OUTPUT 1 2 NET SETUP 24 Y Z G VIDEO SIGNAL SOURCE CONNECTION LOOP THROUGH 2 3 4 T T 3 4 8 ADDITIONAL ROOMS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUT 1 2 4 1 2 3 OUTPUT NET S...

Страница 24: ...indows are intended for users with different levels of programming knowledge Crestron AppBuilder is easier to use for the beginning programmer and much faster for all programmers However it does not allow the degree of control and flexibility that SIMPL Windows does Of course one can initiate programming using the easiest method Crestron AppBuilder and use advanced techniques that are available fr...

Страница 25: ...ompiled file for CNX generation csz projectname csz compiled file for CNX generation with SIMPL ush projectname ush compiled file for CNX generation with SIMPL header file usp projectname usp source code module for SIMPL SIMPL Windows is Crestron s software for programming Crestron control systems It provides a well designed graphical environment with a number of workspaces i e windows in which a ...

Страница 26: ...indows provides three separate symbols for the CNX PVID8x4 each one intended for a particular system configuration Select the appropriate one to be placed in System Views Refer to CNX PVID8x4 Symbols on page 23 for details about each symbol NOTE The first CNX PVID8x4 in a system is preset with a Net ID of 41 when its symbol is dragged into the upper pane of System Views Additional units are assign...

Страница 27: ...ally 1 through 16 but could go up to 32 so that the video source physically connected to a given input can be switched to the specified output In SIMPL Windows the following Analog Initialize logic symbol decimal format should be used to provide these analog inputs Detail View of the Analog Initialize Symbol NOTE The 0d indicates no source Depending on how the four boards of the CNX PVID8x4 are ca...

Страница 28: ...rovide the analog equivalent 1 through 16 via the Analog Initialize symbol decimal format on this line so that the video source connected to the given input on level 2 can be switched to the specified output on level 2 Src For Out 1 Level 3 through Src For Out 8 Level 3 Provide the analog equivalent 1 through 16 via the Analog Initialize symbol decimal format on this line so that the video source ...

Страница 29: ...16 on level 3 otherwise 0 zero Sense in 1 Level 4 through Sense in 16 Level 4 High if a video signal is detected on the specific input 1 16 on level 4 otherwise 0 zero This symbol designation allows the programmer to attach inputs and outputs to the CNX PVID8x4 when it is configured as four independent levels 16 input to eight outputs On each level the 16 inputs can be switched to any of the eight...

Страница 30: ...Initialize symbol decimal format on this line so that the video source connected to the given input on level 1 including the extension from level 3 can be switched to the specified output on level 1 Src For Out 1 Level 2 through Src For Out 8 Level 2 Provide the analog equivalent 1 through 16 via the Analog Initialize symbol decimal format on this line so that the video source connected to the giv...

Страница 31: ...nfigured as three levels one with 32 inputs to eight outputs and the other two with 16 inputs to eight outputs On level 1 the 32 inputs can be switched to any of the eight outputs on the same level On each other level the 16 inputs can be switched to any of the eight outputs on the same level DEPICTION OF SYMBOL IN SIMPL WINDOWS VIA THE ANALOG INITIALIZE SYMBOL DECIMAL FORMAT ASSIGN THE ANALOG EQU...

Страница 32: ... equivalent of extending level 1 with eight additional inputs and still allowing for connections to component video sources Detail View of the CNX PVID8x4J13S Symbol CNX PVID8x4J13S Symbol Input Descriptions INPUT S FUNCTION S Src For Out 1 Level 1 through Src For Out 8 Level 1 Provide the analog equivalent 1 through 24 via the Analog Initialize symbol decimal format on this line so that the video...

Страница 33: ...ID8x4J13S Symbol Digital Output Descriptions OUTPUT S FUNCTION S Sense in 1 Level 1 through Sense in 16 Level 1 High if a video signal is detected on the specific input 1 16 on level 1 including extension from level 3 otherwise 0 zero Sense in 1 Level 2 through Sense in 16 Level 2 High if a video signal is detected on the specific input 1 16 on level 2 otherwise 0 zero Sense in 1 Level 3 through S...

Страница 34: ...VALENT 1 16 FROM LEVEL 2 OF AN INPUT TO A SPECIFIC OUTPUT 1 8 ON LEVEL 2 IN OUT DEPICTION OF LEVELS ON BACK OF UNIT LEVEL 4 16 X 8 IN OUT LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 8 X 8 IN OUT 16 X 8 IN OUT Src For Out 8 Level 2 Src For Out 1 Level 3 Src For Out 2 Level 3 Src For Out 8 Level 3 Src For Out 1 Level 2 Src For Out 2 Level 2 Src For Out 8 Level 1 Src For Out 1 Level 1 Src For Out 2 Level 1 VIA THE ANALOG INITIA...

Страница 35: ...o function as a terminal emulator for generic file transfer All of these functions are accessed through the commands and options in the Viewport menus Therefore for its effectiveness as a support and diagnostic tool the Crestron Viewport may be preferred over development tools when uploading programs and projects The following sections define how one would upload a SIMPL Windows program or upgrade...

Страница 36: ... bar select Tools Viewport 2 Refer to the figure after this step From the Viewport menu select Setup Communications settings alternatively press Alt D to open the Port Settings window Setup Communications Settings Command 3 Select RS 232 as the connection type Verify that an available COM port COM 1 is shown following this step is selected and that all communication parameters and necessary option...

Страница 37: ...e respective Operations Guide for the control system Uploading a SIMPL Windows Program A control system source file has the extension smw A compiled SIMPL Windows file has the extension spz for a 2 Series control system bin for CNX generation and csz for CNX generation with SIMPL The SIMPL Windows file can be uploaded to the control system using SIMPL Windows or via the Crestron Viewport Upload vi...

Страница 38: ...es not contain any SIMPL modules only the SIMPL Program check box will be enabled If it does contain SIMPL modules then the SIMPL Program s check box will also be enabled Select one or both check boxes and then click Send Program to begin the transfer NOTE Refer to the respective Operations Guide for the control system for details about the other fields shown on the Send Program window Send Progra...

Страница 39: ...stron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of its products firmware upgrades are posted To upgrade the firmware complete the following steps 1 Make sure that Communication Settings that begins on page 31 has been performed 2 As shown after this step select File Transfer Update Network Device Firmware from the Viewport menu File Transfer Update Network Device Firmware C...

Страница 40: ...LED does not illuminate CNX PVID8x4 is not receiving power Verify that cables plugged into NET ports are secure NET LED does not illuminate Improper Net ID Verify that CNX PVID8x4 Net ID matches Net ID in the software program Refer to Identity Code in this Operations Guide Loose network connection Verify that cable plugged into NET port is secure OUTPUT LEDs do not illuminate Loose connection Veri...

Страница 41: ...elp section of the Crestron website www crestron com to ask questions about Crestron products First time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the CNX PVID8x4 additional information and programming examples may be made available as manual updates These ...

Страница 42: ...n display and overlay components are covered for 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 u...

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Страница 44: ...Crestron Electronics Inc Operations Guide DOC 8166A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 04 04 Tel 888 CRESTRON Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subject to www crestron com change without notice ...

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