Crestron CGDMX-512BI How to use

CrestronCGDMX-512BI
DMX512controller
Operations& Installation Guide

This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:
Crestron International
Oude Keerbergsebaan 2
B-2820 Rijmenam - Belgium
Tel.: [phone]
All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
©2009 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

CrestronCGDMX-512BI
DMX512controller
Operations& Installation Guide

This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:
Crestron International
Oude Keerbergsebaan 2
B-2820 Rijmenam - Belgium
Tel.: [phone]
Important Safety Instructions
•Read these instructions.
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water.
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
•Disconnect power prior to connecting or disconnecting
equipment.
•Do not install in direct sunlight.
•The apparatus must be installed in a way that the power cord
can be removed either from the wall outlet or from the device
itself in order to disconnect the mains power.
•Prevent foreign objects from entering the device.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE
EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD
NOT BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
SHOULD PERFORM SERVICE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
WARNING:
THIS IS AN APPARATUS WITH CLASS I
CONSTRUCTION. IT SHALL BE CONNECTED TO AN
ELECTRICAL OUTLET WITH AN EARTHING GROUND
TERMINAL.
IMPORTANT:
The CGDMX-512BI can be used with Class 2 output wiring
.
All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
©2009 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

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Contents
DMX512 Controller: CGDMX-512BI 1
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions................................................................................................1
Applications.................................................................................................................1
Specifications ..............................................................................................................1
Physical Description....................................................................................................2
Industry Compliance ...................................................................................................5
Setup..........................................................................................................................................6
Supplied Hardware......................................................................................................6
Hardware Hookup .......................................................................................................6
Programming Software..............................................................................................................7
Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ...................................................7
Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder................................................................7
Programming with D3 Pro...........................................................................................7
Programming with SIMPL Windows..........................................................................8
Example Program........................................................................................................8
Uploading ..................................................................................................................................9
Programs......................................................................................................................9
Operation.................................................................................................................................10
S1 Values...................................................................................................................10
S2 Values...................................................................................................................10
S3 Values...................................................................................................................11
Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................13
Reference Documents................................................................................................13
Further Inquiries........................................................................................................13
Future Updates ..........................................................................................................13
Software License Agreement...................................................................................................14
Return and Warranty Policies..................................................................................................16
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................16
CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................16

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•System integration via RS232
•512 DMX inputs
•512 DMX outputs
•Optimal and standard-compliant DMX512 timing
DMX512 Controller:
CGDMX-512BI
Introduction
The CGDMX-512BI is a serial DMX512 interface which makes easy interfacing
possible between a Crestron control system and lighting product using the DMX512
protocol.
Only one serial RS-232/422 port on the Crestron control system is required to
communicate with the DMX512 interface.
The DMX512 interface has two separate DMX Ports, one DMX Out to send data to
the DMX lighting products and one DMX In to receive and/or control data from a
DMX512 Lighting console or other lighting control units.
Features and Functions
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Applications
Control of any lighting systems that is compatible with the DMX512 protocol.
Specifications
Specifications for the CGDMX-512BI are listed in the following table.

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CGDMX-512BI Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Fuse Slow, 0,63mA – Type TR5
I/O 1 RS232/422 (selectable)
I/O 2 DMX512-A, terminated, 120 ohm automatic
switch after power on
Timing (adjustable)
Break
Mark
B2B
179µ
14µ
22,8ms (S2=0)
Power
Supply voltage
Power Consumption 85 - 265V~, 47 – 83Hz approx. 5W
Default Net ID N/A
Minimum 2-Series Control
System Update File1, 2Version 2 or later
Environmental
Temperature 41º to 104º F (5º to 40º C)
Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Enclosure
Chassis UL-94-V-0, heavily inflammable
Isolation All I/O (DIN3 56930-2/4.2.3
Dimensions
Height 2,24 in (5,7 cm)
Width 4,33 in (11 cm)
Depth 7,87 in (20 cm)
Weight 1,06 lbs (0,480 kg)
1. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following
these footnotes.
2. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product
Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.
NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website are for authorized Crestron
dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers (CAIP) only. New users
may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the
FTP site).
Physical Description
This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators
available on your CGDMX-512BI.

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CGDMX-512BI Physical View
CGDMX-512BI Overall Dimensions

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S1 S3
S2
Connectors, Controls & Indicators
# CONNECTORS,
CONTROLS &
INDICATORS
DESCRIPTION
1 DMX512 Output [+Data(3), GND2(1), -Data(2)]
2 DMX512 Input [+Data(3), GND1(1), -Data(2)]
3 Status LED’s:
Power
CN COM
DMX512
Indicates that the device is powered.
Indicates traffic between the Crestron
processor and CGDMX-512BI.
Indicates a valid DMX512 input signal.
4 RS232/422 Interface-
connector to the
Crestron processor
S1 Rotary code switch Set Baud rate, factory 7
S2 Rotary code switch Set DMX512 speed, factory 1
S3 Rotary code switch Set interface mode, factory 1
100 – 240V ~2.4A 50/60
Hz
(1) IEC Socket, mates with removable power
cord (included)