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CONFIGURING A PTV
The PTV is configured using Crimson software. Crimson is available as a
free download from Red Lion’s website. Updates to Crimson for new features
and drivers are posted on the website as they become available. By configuring
the PTV using the latest version of Crimson, you are assured that your unit has
the most up to date feature set. Crimson software can configure the PTV through
the RS232/PG port, USB/PG port, Ethernet or CompactFlash. The USB/PG port
is connected using a standard USB cable with a Type B connector.
The driver needed to use the USB port will be installed with Crimson. The
RS232/PG port uses a programming cable made by Red Lion to connect to the
DB9 COM port of your computer. If making your own cable, refer to the “PTV
Port Pin Outs” for wiring information.
The CompactFlash can be used to program a PTV by placing a configuration
file and firmware on the CompactFlash card. The card is then inserted into the
target PTV and powered. Refer to the Crimson literature for more information
on the proper names and locations of the files.
CABLES AND DRIVERS
Red Lion has a wide range of cables and drivers for use with many different
communication types. A list of these drivers and cables along with pin outs is
available from Red Lion’s website. New cables and drivers are added on a
regular basis. If making your own cable, refer to the “PTV Port Pin Outs” for
wiring information.
USB, DATA TRANSFERS FROM THE
COMPACTFLASH CARD
In order to transfer data from the CompactFlash card via the USB port, a
driver must be installed on your computer. This driver is installed with Crimson
and is located in the folder C:\Program Files\Red Lion Controls\Crimson x.x\
Device\ after Crimson is installed. This may have already been accomplished if
your PTV was configured using the USB port.
Once the driver is installed, connect the PTV to your PC with a USB cable, and
follow “Mounting the CompactFlash” instructions in the Crimson user manual.
Note that using the USB port for frequent data transfers is not recommended.
For frequent data transfers it is recommended that the Ethernet connection be
used. Through the Ethernet connection a web page can be set up to view logged
data. Refer to the Crimson manual for details.
Note: The USB port is for system set-up and diagnostics and is not intended for
permanent connection.
ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS
Ethernet communications can be established at either 10 BASE-T or 100
BASE-TX. The PTV’s RJ45 jack is wired as a NIC (Network Interface Card).
For example, when wiring to a hub or switch use a straight-through cable, but
when connecting to another NIC use a crossover cable.
The Crimson manual contains additional information on Ethernet
communications.
COMMUNICATING WITH THE PTV STATION
Tx
R
TS (PIN 6)
COMM
Rx
CTS (PIN 1)
COMM
YELLOW
GREEN/
ETHERNET (NIC)
AMBER
LED
LED
RS232
RS232
COMM
RxB
RS485
COMMS PORT
COMMS PORT
RS232/PG PORT
TxB (PIN 1)
RxA
TxA
CTS (PIN 1)
Rx
TxA
(PIN 8)
TxEN
COMM
TxB
ETHERNET
CF
RS485
R
TS (PIN 6)
COMM
Tx
RS232/PG
RS232
USB HOST
DVI
2
USB HOST
1
3 4
DVI VIDEO
STS
USB/PG
COMMON
POWER
CONNECTOR
1
24V ± 20%
CHASSIS GND
3
2
PTV PORT PIN OUTS
WARNING - USB PORT IS FOR SYSTEM SET-UP AND
DIAGNOSTICS AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR PERMANENT
CONNECTION.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If for any reason you have trouble operating,
connecting, or simply have questions concerning your
new PTV, contact Red Lion’s technical support. For
contact information, refer to the back page of this bulletin
for phone and fax numbers.
EMAIL: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.redlion.net
