Crestron CEN-GW1 User manual

CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1
Universal Wireless Gateway - ER, SG, and
infiNETEX® Wireless Networks
Product Manual
Crestron Electronics, Inc.

Original Instructions
The U.S. English version of this document is the original instructions.
All other languages are a translation of the original instructions.
Regulatory Model: M201913001
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Contents
Overview 6
Features 6
Universal Wireless Gateway 6
Easy Setup 6
Power over Ethernet for Simple Installation 7
Integrator Friendly Enclosure 7
Physical Description 7
Specifications 9
Product Specifications 9
Dimension Drawings 13
Installation 14
Determine the Installation Location 14
Mount the Gateway 14
DIN Rail Mount 15
Wall Mount 15
Make Connections 16
PoE Connection 17
Separate Power and Ethernet Connections 17
Antenna 18
Assign the RFChannel 18
Configuration 20
Log In 20
Action Menu 21
Reboot 21
Restore 21
Update Firmware 21
Download Logs 22
Manage Certificates 22
Save Changes 23
Revert 23
Status 24
Device 24
Network 25
Control System 25
Acquired Devices 25
Settings 26
System Setup 26
Radio Setup 29
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Security 32
802.1x Configuration 35
Turn On IEEE 802.1x Authentication 35
Select an Authentication Method 35
Server Validation 36
Log Out 36
Operation 37
Acquire Devices 37
Reboot 38
Factory Reset 38
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Overview
The CEN-GW1 is a universal wireless gateway that communicates with Crestron® SG (Sub GHz),
ER (Extended Range), and infiNET EX®wireless devices. A single CEN-GW1 creates SG, ER, and
infiNET EX® wireless networks to facilitate 2-way communication between a Crestron®control
system and a network of Crestron wireless remotes, keypads, lighting dimmers, motorized
shades, thermostats, door locks, and other wireless devices.
•Features
•Physical Description
Features
Key features include:
lUniversal wireless gateway adds the SG (Sub GHz) wireless network to the proven
performance of the infiNET EX mesh network and Extended Range ER wireless network
lSupports Crestron battery-powered shades
lDynamic discovery for fast, easy setup
lWi-Fi® friendly channel selection for trouble-free operation
lBuilt-in energy scan tool to help select wireless channel
lExtend infiNETEX wireless coverage with infiNETEX expanders2
lExtend ER wireless coverage with the built-in ER device roaming capabilities
lMount the antennas remotely using the ANT-EXT-10 (one required for each antenna, sold
separately)
lPower using PoE or 24VDC power pack
lIntegrator Friendly Enclosure (IFE) can be mounted to a flat surface, a DIN rail, or stacked
on other IFE compliant devices; rack and pole mount options are also available (sold
separately)
Universal Wireless Gateway
The universal wireless gateway features 2-way wireless communication between the gateway
and wireless devices. The CEN-GW1 can manage SG wireless, infiNET EX® wireless, and ER
(Extended Range RF) devices simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate gateways.1
Easy Setup
The CEN-GW1 makes it easy to set up a network of wireless devices by eliminating the need for
separate gateways, antennas, and LAN connections. Additionally, Crestron wireless devices are
discovered and acquired in one simple step.

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Power over Ethernet for Simple Installation
Using PoE technology, a single cable run is used for both power and data for the CEN-GW1.
Power an entire network of Crestron PoE devices using a Crestron PoE switch (CEN-SW-POE-5
or CEN-SWPOE-16) or a single device using a PoE Injector (PWE-4803RU). All PoE injectors and
switches are sold separately.
As an alternative to PoE, use a 24VDC power pack (PW-2407WU, sold separately) to power the
CEN-GW1.
Integrator Friendly Enclosure
Mount the CEN-GW1 almost anywhere using the Integrator Friendly Enclosure (IFE). The IFE can
be mounted to any flat surface, snapped onto a standard DIN rail, or stacked on other IFE
compliant devices. Rack mount and pole mount kits are also available.
Notes:
1. The CEN-GW1 is not compatible with MTX-3,TPS-6X, or UFO-WPR-3ER model remotes.
2. Battery-powered infiNET EX devices do not provide expander functionality and may have reduced RF range
capabilities. Consult the specifications for each network device to confirm its actual wireless capabilities. Use
infiNET EX expanders (CLW-EXPEX, sold separately) to fill gaps in coverage and extend the wireless range of the
infiNET EX network. infiNET EX expanders are only for infiNET EX networks and offer no benefit to the
performance of ER and SG devices. A maximum of five infiNET EX expanders may be deployed on an infiNET EX
network.
3. Up to six MLX-3 remotes can be used.
Physical Description
The following sections provide information about the connectors, controls, and indicators that
are available on the CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1.

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Controls and Indicators
PWR (1) Bi-color green/amber LED;
Green indicates operating power is being supplied via PoE or 24VDC;
Amber indicates that the device is booting
ACT EX/ER (1) Green LED;
Indicates infiNETEX and ER wireless RX and TX data activity
ACT SG (1) Green LED;
Indicates SG wireless RX and TX data activity
ACQUIRE (1) Recessed pushbutton with red LED:
Used to enter Acquire mode to pair wireless devices;
Press to enter and exit Acquire mode
SETUP (1) Recessed pushbutton with red LED
Used to set up connection with the control system via Ethernet;
To factory reset the gateway, press and hold SETUP until the SETUP LED flashes
6times.
RESET (1) Recessed pushbutton;
To reboot the gateway, press and hold RESET for 8 seconds.
LAN PoE (1) Green and (1) Amber LED;
Green indicates Ethernet link status;
Amber indicates Ethernet activity
Connectors
ANTENNA EX/ER (1) Connection for supplied EX/ER antenna or antenna extender
ANTENNA SG (1) Connection for supplied SG antenna or antenna extender;
CEN-GW1: Yellow bands around the top;
CENI-GW1: Gray bands around the top
COMPUTER (1) Micro-B USB female;
Computer console port, installer use only;
For setup and firmware upgrades
G(1) 4-40 screw, chassis ground lug
24VDC 0.75A (1) 2.1 x 5.5 mm DC power connector;
24VDC power input;
PW-2407WU power pack sold separately
LAN PoE (1) 8-pin RJ-45, female;
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet port;
Power over Ethernet compliant

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Specifications
Product specifications for the CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1.
Product Specifications
Wireless Communications
Transceiver infiNETEX Transceiver:
2-way RF, 2.4 GHz ISM;
Channels 11-26 (2400 to 2483.5 MHz), default channel 15;
IEEE 802.15.4 compliant;
Mesh network topology;
infiNETEX devices act as expanders2;
Dedicated infiNETEX expandersare also available (CLW-EXPEX, sold
separately)
ER Transceiver:
2-way RF, 2.4 GHz ISM;
Channels 11-26 (2400 to 2483.5 MHz), default channel 15;
IEEE 802.15.4 compliant;
Star network topology;
ER devices can roam between up to eight gateways;
Additional gateways act as range extenders (sold separately)
SG Transceiver:
2-way RF;
CEN-GW1: Channels 0-29 (903 to 926.2 Mhz);
CENI-GW1: Channels 0-33 (863.125 to 869.725 Mhz);
SG channels are scanned after a factory restore, the best channel is selected;
Star network topology
Transmit Power infiNETEX and ER:
+19 dBm
SG:
+27 dBm
Range infiNETEX:
150 ft (46 m) indoor (250 ft (76 m) outdoor) to nearest mesh network device(s)
ER:
100 to 200 ft (31 to 61 m) maximum indoor (1,000ft (305m) outdoor) to ER
wireless device
SG:
230 ft (70 m) indoor (656 ft (200 m) outdoor) to SG wireless device
Range is subject to site-specific conditions and individual device capabilities

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Supported Devices
Supports Crestron and third-party infiNET EX devices, Crestron ER wireless devices, Crestron SG devices,
and Crestron infiNETEXexpanders1, 2
Maximum Devices Allowed3
infiNET EX Devices infiNET EX Expanders ER Devices SG Devices
100 5 0 50
90 5 1 50
80 5 2 50
70 5 3 50
60 5 4 50
50 5 5 50
40 5 6 50
30 5 7 50
20 5 8 50
10 5 9 50
0 5 10 50
NOTE: To maintain optimal performance, use no more than 50% of the maximum devices allowed per
gateway. Use additional gateways to support more devices. Up to 16 gateways can be used in a
system (RF conditions allowing).
Wired Communications
Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, auto-switching, auto-negotiating, auto-discovery, full/half
duplex, DHCP, IEEE 802.3at Type 1 compliant
Controls and Indicators
PWR (1) Bi-color green/amber LED;
Green indicates operating power is being supplied via PoE or 24VDC;
Amber indicates that the device is booting
ACT EX/ER (1) Green LED;
Indicates infiNETEX and ER wireless RX and TX data activity
ACT SG (1) Green LED;
Indicates SG wireless RX and TX data activity
ACQUIRE (1) Recessed pushbutton with red LED:
Used to enter Acquire mode to pair wireless devices;
Press to enter and exit Acquire mode

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SETUP (1) Recessed pushbutton with red LED
Used to set up connection with the control system via Ethernet;
To factory reset the gateway, press and hold SETUP until the SETUP LED
flashes 6times.
RESET (1) Recessed pushbutton;
To reboot the gateway, press and hold RESET for 8 seconds.
LAN PoE (1) Green and (1) Amber LED;
Green indicates Ethernet link status;
Amber indicates Ethernet activity
Connectors
ANTENNA EX/ER (1) Connection for supplied EX/ER antenna or antenna extender
ANTENNA SG (1) Connection for supplied SG antenna or antenna extender;
CEN-GW1: Yellow bands around the top;
CENI-GW1: Gray bands around the top
COMPUTER (1) Micro-B USB female;
Computer console port, installer use only;
For setup and firmware upgrades
G(1) 4-40 screw, chassis ground lug
24VDC 0.75A (1) 2.1 x 5.5 mm DC power connector;
24VDC power input;
PW-2407WU power pack sold separately
LAN PoE (1) 8-pin RJ-45, female;
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet port;
Power over Ethernet compliant
Power
Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3at Type 1 (802.3af compatible) Class 3 (5.3 W) PoE Powered Device
Power Pack 0.75A (minimum) @ 24VDC (PW-2407WU sold separately)
Power Consumption 5.3 W typical
Environmental
Temperature 41° to 104 °F (5° to 40 °C)
Humidity 10% to 90% RH (noncondensing)
Heat Dissipation 18.1 BTU/hr
Construction
Enclosure IFE small form factor, black and blue plastic with die-cast zinc top cover
Mounting Freestanding, stackable, surface mount, or 35mm DIN EN 60715 rail mount;
Occupies 8 DIN module spaces (144 mm);
Surface/DIN rail mounting bracket included;
Rack mount and pole mount kits sold separately

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Dimensions
(Without antenna)
Height 1.35 in. (35 mm);
1.77 in. (45 mm) with bracket
Width 5.04 in. (128 mm);
5.36 in. (137 mm) with bracket
Depth 5.17 in. (131 mm)
Weight
Gateway 13.1 oz (372 g) with antennas
Bracket 1.5 oz (42 g)
Compliance
Regulatory Model: M201913001
UL, CE, RCM, FCC, IC, WEEE

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Dimension Drawings
Product dimensions for the CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1.
Notes:
1. The CEN-GW1 is not compatible with MTX-3,TPS-6X, or UFO-WPR-3ER model remotes.
2. Battery-powered infiNET EX devices do not provide expander functionality and may have reduced RF range
capabilities. Consult the specifications for each network device to confirm its actual wireless capabilities. Use
infiNET EX expanders (CLW-EXPEX, sold separately) to fill gaps in coverage and extend the wireless range of the
infiNET EX network. infiNET EX expanders are only for infiNET EX networks and offer no benefit to the
performance of ER and SG devices. A maximum of five infiNET EX expanders may be deployed on an infiNET EX
network.
3. Up to six MLX-3 remotes can be used.

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Installation
The CEN-GW1 is a universal wireless gateway that communicates with Crestron® SG (Sub GHz),
ER (Extended Range), and infiNET EX®wireless devices. A single CEN-GW1 creates SG, ER, and
infiNET EX® wireless networks to facilitate 2-way communication between a Crestron®control
system and a network of Crestron wireless remotes, keypads, lighting dimmers, motorized
shades, thermostats, door locks, and other wireless devices.
This section provides the following information:
•Determine the Installation Location
•Mount the Gateway
•Make Connections
•Assign the RFChannel
Determine the Installation Location
Install the CEN-GW1 in a location that will provide optimum performance. Consider the
following when determining the installation location:
NOTE:For additional information, refer to the Installation and Setup of Crestron RF
Products Best Practices Guide (Doc.6689).
lPlace the gateway at least 15ft (4.6m) from other SG (Sub GHz), infiNET EX gateways,
Crestron ER gateways, or Wi-Fi® access points.
lPlace multiple gateways on different RF channels.
lPlace the gateway at least 6ft (1.8m) from the nearest Bluetooth® device.
Mount the Gateway
Install the CEN-GW1 on a wall, DIN rail, rack, or pole.
lWall: Wall Mount (on the next page)
lDIN Rail: DIN Rail Mount (on the next page)
lRack: To install in a rack, use the RMK-IFE-1U (sold separately).
lPole: To install on a pole, use the PLMK-IFE-101 (sold separately).
NOTES:
lThis product must be installed and used in accordance with appropriate electrical
codes and regulations.

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lThis product must be installed by a qualified electrician.
DIN Rail Mount
To mount the CEN-GW1 to a DIN rail:
1. Hang the mounting bracket on the top of the DIN rail and press the bottom toward the
DIN rail until it snaps into place.
2. Insert the CEN-GW1 into the mounting bracket until it snaps into place.
3. Secure the CEN-GW1 to the mounting bracket. Insert a6-32x3/8in. screw into each side
of the mounting bracket and tighten using a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE: Do not use the included screws to mount the bracket to the bottom of the
CEN-GW1. Doing so will prevent removal of the CEN-GW1 from the DIN rail.
Wall Mount
To mount the CEN-GW1 to a wall:
1. Secure the mounting bracket to a vertical, flat wall using screws that are appropriate for
the wall material (not included).
2. Insert the CEN-GW1 into the mounting bracket until it snaps into place.

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3. Secure the CEN-GW1 to the mounting bracket. Insert a 6-32 x 3/8 in. screw into each side
of the mounting bracket and tighten using a Phillips screwdriver.
Make Connections
Make the Power, Ethernet, and Antenna connections.
Turn on power to the CEN-GW1 after all connections have been made. Use Crestron power
supplies for Crestron equipment.

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PoE Connection
Use a PoE switch (CEN-SW-POE-5 or CEN-SWPOE-16) or injector (PWE-4803RU) (all sold
separately) to provide power and Ethernet communications.
To connect using a PoE connection:
1. On the CEN-GW1, connect the CAT5e cable to the LAN PoE port.
2. On the PoE switch or injector, connect the other end of the CAT5e cable to a PoE port.
NOTE: Arrows denote internal pin assignments of the LAN PoE and LAN ports.
LAN PoEPin Assignment LAN Pin Assignment
Pin Signal
1 Data Pair 1
2 Data Pair 1
3 Data Pair 2
4 + VDC
5 +VDC
6 Data Pair 2
7 - VDC
8 - VDC
Pin Signal
1 Data Pair 1
2 Data Pair 1
3 Data Pair 2
4 No Connection
5 No Connection
6 Data Pair 2
7 No Connection
8 No Connection
Separate Power and Ethernet Connections
Use a wall-mount power pack (PW-2407WU, sold separately) to provide power and the CAT5e
cable for Ethernet communications.
To connect using separate power and Ethernet connections:
1. On the CEN-GW1, connect the power pack to the 24V0.75A port.
2. On the CEN-GW1, connect the CAT5e cable to the LAN PoE port.
3. Connect the other end of the CAT5e cable to a LAN port on a network switch.

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Antenna
To connect the antennas:
lAttach the EX/ER antenna to the ANTENNAEX/ER connector. The EX/ER antenna is
shorter than the SG antenna.
lAttach the SG antenna to the ANTENNA SG connector. The SG antenna has two yellow
(CEN-GW1) or gray (CENI-GW1) bands around the top and is longer than the EX/ER
antenna.
To extend an antenna, use ANT-EXT-10 (sold separately).
Assign the RFChannel
Before use, assign an RF channel for SG wireless communications and an RF channel for infiNET
EX and ER wireless communications. To select the best RF channel, perform an energy scan. For
details, refer to Settings (on page26) in the product manual.
To assign the RF channel on the gateway, use the Web UI or the EasyConfig tool in Crestron
Toolbox™ software. For details, refer to Radio Setup (on page29) or Crestron Toolbox Help.
When selecting an RF channel for SG wireless communications, consider the following:
lEach SG wireless gateway in the space must use a different RF channel.
lSG devices set their RF channel to match the RF channel set on the gateway. If the SG RF
channel on the gateway is changed, the SG device automatically updates its RF channel to
match the gateway.
lSG devices do not operate within the Wi-Fi® wireless spectrum.
When selecting an RF channel for infiNETEX® and ER wireless communications, consider the
following:
linfiNETEX and ER wireless communications use the same RF channel.
lThe default and recommended RF channel is 15.
linfiNETEX devices set their RF channel to match the RF channel set on the gateway. If the
infiNETEX andER RF channel on the gateway is changed, the infiNETEX device
automatically updates its RF channel to match the gateway.

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lER devices must have their RF channel assigned manually prior to joining the network. If
the infiNETEX and ER RF channel on the gateway is changed, the ER device must have its
RF channel manually changed to match the gateway.
linfiNETEX and ER operate within the Wi-Fi® wireless spectrum. For best performance, do
not select an RF channel that is within a Wi-Fi channel. Refer to the table below for
details.
RFChannel(s) Within Wi-Fi Channel Adjacent to Wi-Fi Channel
11 - 14 1 -
15 (Default, Recommended) - 1, 6
16 - 19 6 -
20 (Recommended) - 6, 11
21 - 24 11 -
25 - 11
26 - -

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Configuration
Prior to configuration, ensure the device is running the latest firmware. To update the firmware,
refer to Update Firmware (on the next page).
Configure the gateway using the web user interface.
This section provides the following information:
•Log In
•Action Menu
•Status
•Settings
•Security
•802.1x Configuration
•Log Out
Log In
To log in and configure the CEN-GW1:
NOTE: To discover the IPaddress of the device, use the Device Discovery tool in Crestron
Toolbox™ software
1. Enter the IP address into a web browser.
2. Enter the Username and Password.
3. Click Sign In.