Crestron CNXENET+ How to use

This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:
Crestron Electronics, Inc.
15 Volvo Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
1-888-CRESTRON

Crestron CNXENET+ CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card
Contents
CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ 1
Description 1
Functional Description 1
Physical Description 1
Leading Specifications 2
Installation 3
Installation into CNMSX-AV/PRO 3
Installation onto CNRACKX Processor Card (CNXCPU) 5
Ethernet Wiring 8
Programming with SIMPL Windows 9
Configure CNXENET+ Program 9
TCP/IP Server and TCP/IP Client Symbols 10
Control System Ethernet Setup 11
Initial IP Setup 12
IP Table Setup 14
Communicating With the Control System via Ethernet 16
Setting a Control System Password via Ethernet 17
Troubleshooting Communications via Ethernet 18
Web Pages 19
Transferring Web Pages to the CNXENET+ 19
Using a Browser to View or Access Web Pages 21
Problem Solving 23
Troubleshooting 23
Further Inquiries 24
Future Updates 24
Return and Warranty Policies 25
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 25
CRESTRON Limited Warranty 25
Glossary of Terms 26
Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A Contents •i

Crestron CNXENET+ CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card
CNX Enhanced Ethernet
Expansion Card: CNXENET+
Description
Functional Description
The CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card, CNXENET+, is an optional feature
designed specifically for Crestron’s CNMSX and CNRACKX control systems. This
field-upgradable expansion card connects directly to Crestron’s exclusive Direct
Processor Access (DPA) slot providing high-speed access directly to the system
processor. The CNXENET+ provides communication via Ethernet/local area
network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) to any Crestron Internet protocol (IP)
control device. This allows remote diagnostics and upgrades, access to Crestron’s
network analyzer, and the ability to activate any device connected to the system.
As part of Crestron e-Control™, the CNXENET+ allows Internet connections to the
control system. The CNXENET+ contains a 2Mbyte file system that can be used as a
web server. Browser pages generated in VisionTools™ Pro-e (VT Pro-e) are stored
onboard and up to five users can simultaneously connect directly to the control
system. Systems can be accessed through the World Wide Web using industry
browsers such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer™ or Netscape® Navigator. For a
Crestron e-Control demonstration, go to www.crestron-econtrol.com.
Further information and additional Crestron e-Control software can be obtained from
the What’s New page (e-Control section) or Downloads page (ECONTROL Library)
of Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com). New users are required to register in
order to obtain access to the FTP site.
Physical Description
The CNXENET+, shown on the next page, is an expansion card that occupies the
DPA slot and connects directly to the control system’s processor. There are two
connectors located on the CNXENET+. An 8-wire RJ45 port for LAN connection is
available externally through the control system rear-panel or the CNX Control
Processor Card (CNXCPU) faceplate of the CNRACKX. Internally, one 26-pin
connector mates with the control system processor board or the CNXCPU board.
Two mounting brackets keep the card in place.
Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ •1

CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card Crestron CNXENET+
CNXENET+ Physical Views
MOUNTING
BRACKET
Front View
26-PIN DPA
CONNECTOR
Side View Top View
LAN/DPA
PORT
2.95 in
(7.49 cm)
4.55 in
(11.56 cm)
1.13 in
(2.87 cm)
Leading Specifications
The table below provides a summary of leading specifications for the CNXENET+.
Dimensions and weight are rounded to the nearest hundredth unit.
Leading Specifications of the CNXENET+
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Power Requirements 4 Watts (0.167 amps @ 24 VDC)
Network Type 10BaseT
Protocols TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ICMP (Ping), & HTTP
SIMPL™ Windows® Version 1.50.06 or later 1
CNMSX-AV/Pro Update File Version 51165X.UPZ or later 2
CNRACKX/-DP Update File Version 51165W.UPZ or later 2
Internet Explorer Version 4.0 or later
Netscape Navigator Version 4.5 or later
Dimensions & Weight Height: 1.13 in (2.86 cm)
Width: 2.95 in (7.49 cm)
Depth: 4.55 in (11.56 cm)
Weight: 2.10 oz (0.06 kg)
1 The latest software versions can be obtained from the What’s New page (SIMPL
Windows and VisionTools Pro-e sections) or Downloads page (SIMPLWIN and
TOUCHPNL Libraries) of Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com). New users are
required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site.
2 Filenames for update files have a UPZ extension and can be obtained from the What’s
New page (Control Systems Update Files section) or Downloads page (OPSYS Library)
of Crestron’s website.
As of the date of manufacture, this unit has been tested and found to comply with
specifications for CE marking.
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
2 •CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A

Crestron CNXENET+ CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card
Installation
Installation into CNMSX-AV/PRO
Items 1 through 9 listed below for the installation of the CNXENET+ are either
attached to the card or already reside on the control system. The tools required are a
grounding strap, a #1 Phillips tip screwdriver, and a #2 Phillips tip screwdriver.
Follow the assembly procedure after this paragraph.
Referenced Items for CNMSX Installation
ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QUANTITY
1Screw, 6-32 x 1/4"L, steel,
flat, phillips, undercut, black
SR06-32-0R2500-8 4
2Screw, 6-32 x 3/8"L, steel,
flat, phillips, undercut, black
SR06-32-0R3750-9 12
3 Control System Top Cover MTCV02376-1 1
4Screw, 6-32 x 1/4"L, zinc,
pan, phillips, black
SR06-32-0R2500-2 6
5 I/O Printed Circuit Board PA05632-1 1
6Screw, 4-40 x 3/8"L, steel,
pan, phillips, black
SR04-40-0R3750-3 2
7Washer, lock, steel, internal
tooth, #4, zinc
WA04LO-1 2
8 Plate, blank, metal, LAN/DPA MTPL02390-1 1
9 CNXENET+ ZA11281 1
CAUTION: The CNXENET+ and the control system contain electro-static
discharge (ESD) sensitive devices. Perform the following procedure while wearing a
grounding strap that is properly grounded or on a grounded work station to avoid
damaging the card and/or the control system.
CAUTION: Refer to the latest revision of the CNMSX Operations Guide (Doc.
8118) for proper turn-off and, if applicable, removal procedures. The latest software
version can be obtained from the Products page (PRODUCT MANUALS, Hardware
section) or Downloads page (MANUAL Library) of Crestron’s website
(www.crestron.com). New users are required to register in order to obtain access to
the FTP site.
NOTE: The unit shown in this procedure is a CNMSX-AV. The procedure is
identical for the CNMSX-PRO.
NOTE: It is assumed that the control system rack ear brackets are not attached
during this installation procedure.
1. As shown on the next page, place the control system right-side-up on a
flat surface and using a #2 Phillips tip screwdriver, remove four screws
from the top of the unit.
Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ •3

CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card Crestron CNXENET+
CNMSX Installation (1 of 3)
3
1
2
REAR PANEL
(REFERENCE ONLY)
2. Remove six screws from each side of the control system.
3. Lift and remove control system top cover .
4. As shown below, remove six screws that secure I/O printed circuit
board to the control system.
CNMSX Installation (2 of 3)
8
7
4
5
6
REAR PANEL
(REFERENCE ONLY)
5. Slide the I/O printed circuit board toward the front panel of the
control system so that the rear connectors are clear of the rear panel
slots and reposition the I/O printed circuit board to gain access to the
LAN/DPA cover plate .
6. Using a #1 Phillips tip screwdriver, remove two screws and two
lock washers that secure the LAN/DPA cover plate to the control
system rear panel.
7. From inside the control system, remove the LAN/DPA cover plate .
8. For older model control systems, carefully push the computer interface
ribbon cable aside to make room for the CNXENET+. For newer
systems, make sure that cable does not interfere with CNXENET+
placement.
4 •CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A

Crestron CNXENET+ CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card
9. As shown below, align the pins on the 26-pin DPA connector of the
CNXENET+ with the ETHERNET connector on control system
processor board.
CNMSX Installation (3 of 3)
26-PIN DPA
CONNECTOR
9
MOUNTING
BRACKETS
REAR PANEL
(REFERENCE ONLY)
NOTE: The DPA pins are more easily inserted by gently “rocking” the
CNXENET+ side-to-side while pressing onto DPA connector.
10. DO NOT force pins into connector and press CNXENET+ until pins
are fully seated. Make sure that the mounting brackets on CNXENET+
align with mounting holes of the control system. Make sure that the
LAN/DPA connector aligns with cut out.
11. From the control system rear panel, reinstall the two screws and
lock washers to secure CNXENET+ . Tighten the screws to
finger-tight then, using a #1 Phillips tip screwdriver, tighten the screws
an additional 1/8-turn.
12. Reposition the I/O printed circuit board connectors into the rear
panel slots and reinstall six screws to secure I/O printed circuit
board . Tighten the screws to finger-tight then, using a #2 Phillips
tip screwdriver tighten the screws an additional 1/8-turn.
13. Reinstall the control system top cover with six screws on each
side and four screws on top. Tighten the screws to finger-tight then,
tighten the screws an additional 1/8-turn.
Installation onto CNRACKX Processor Card
(CNXCPU)
The CNRACKX contains the CNXCPU Processor Card (the CNRACKX-DP
contains two CNXCPU’s) that features Crestron’s exclusive DPA (Direct Processor
Access) slot for Ethernet/LAN expansion of the control system. The CNXCPU
contains card mounting points, a LAN/DPA port opening, and a 26-pin female DPA
connector. The CNXENET+ is mounted to the faceplate of the CNXCPU and a
Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ •5

CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card Crestron CNXENET+
26-pin male connector attaches to the DPA connector. Items 1 through 3 listed below
for installation onto the CNXCPU. The only tools required are a grounding strap and
a #1 Phillips tip screwdriver.
Referenced Items for CNXCPU Installation
ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QUANTITY
1Screw, 4-40 x 1/4"L, steel,
pan, phillips, black
SR04-40-0R2500-11 2
2 Plate, blank, metal, LAN/DPA MTPL02390-1 1
3 CNXENET+ ZA11281 1
CAUTION: The CNXENET+ and the CNXCPU contain ESD sensitive devices.
Perform the following procedure while wearing a grounding strap that is properly
grounded or on a grounded work station to avoid damaging the card and/or the
CNXCPU.
1. Disconnect power from the control system.
2. At the CNXCPU, note the position of any attached cables and
disconnect each cable.
3. Loosen the CNXCPU thumb screws and pull outward to remove card.
4. Refer to the diagram below. From the CNXCPU faceplate, use a #1
Phillips tip screwdriver and remove the two mounting screws that
secure the LAN/DPA cover plate and remove the plate.
CNXCPU Installation (1 of 3) – Remove Screws and Cover Plate
1
2
6 •CNX Enhanced Ethernet Expansion Card: CNXENET+ Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8153A