Crestron TPS-G-TPI User manual

Crestron Isys®TPS-G-TPI
G-Series Touchpanel Interface
Operations Guide

This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:
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Crestron Isys®TPS-G-TPI G-Series Touchpanel Interface
Contents
Isys®G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-G-TPI 1
Introduction ........................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions .............................................................................................................. 1
Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 3
Physical Description .................................................................................................................. 5
Industry Compliance................................................................................................................ 11
Setup.................................................................................................................................11
Network Wiring....................................................................................................................... 11
QuickMedia Network Wiring .................................................................................................. 12
Identity Code ........................................................................................................................... 13
Configuring the Interface......................................................................................................... 13
Rack Ears Assembly................................................................................................................ 30
Hardware Hookup.................................................................................................................... 30
Programming Software.....................................................................................................33
Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC................................................................ 33
Programming with Crestron System Builder ........................................................................... 34
Programming with SIMPL Windows ...................................................................................... 34
Programming with VisionTools Pro-e ..................................................................................... 37
MultiByte International Characters.......................................................................................... 39
Uploading and Upgrading.................................................................................................40
Establishing Communications ................................................................................................. 41
Troubleshooting Communications........................................................................................... 50
Uploading a SIMPL Windows Program .................................................................................. 50
Uploading a VT Pro-e Project ................................................................................................. 52
Firmware Upgrade................................................................................................................... 54
Problem Solving ...............................................................................................................57
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 57
Further Inquiries ...................................................................................................................... 58
Future Updates......................................................................................................................... 58
Software License Agreement............................................................................................59
Return and Warranty Policies...........................................................................................61
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service..................................................................................... 61
CRESTRON Limited Warranty............................................................................................... 61
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Isys®G-Series Touchpanel
Interface: TPS-G-TPI
Introduction
Features and Functions
The Crestron TPS-G-TPI Isys® G-Series Touchpanel Interface offers a host of
sophisticated capabilities like the other models in the Isys family, but is designed
without a display. This rack-mountable unit allows for the integration of non-
Crestron®touchscreens into the Crestron control system, transforming a third-party
device into a full-featured Isys G-series touchpanel. The TPS-G-TPI is designed for
plasma displays equipped with touch-sensitive overlays, a variety of LCD
touchscreen monitors, interactive pen displays and standard PC monitors where a
mouse would be used to control the unit instead of a touchpanel.
The TPS-G-TPI provides expanded memory for demanding applications and graphic
intensive GUIs. It incorporates support for HDTV signals up to 720p and 1080i, and
high-resolution computer graphics up to 1600 x 1200. The interface’s screens can
generate a dual-Window display to view full motion video and high-resolution RGB.
The TPS-G-TPI also includes built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet, two QuickMedia ™
(QM) input ports and one QM output.
The TPS-G-TPI is only available as a black metal, single-space, rack unit (rack ears
included) designed to be mounted in a 19-inch standard rack.
Functional Summary
• VGA Output: programmable to 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, or 1280 x 768
resolution.
• 16.7 million colors, 24-bit non-palette graphics with color key video
window capability.
• 128 MB of DDR RAM, 64 MB of internal flash expandable to 192 via
compact flash.
• Built-in time-based and gamma correction for stable video and graphics.
• Supports composite, S-video, and component inputs in both NTSC and PAL
formats, HDTV to 720p and 1080i, hi-res computer graphics up to 1600 x
1200.
• Supports QuickMedia™ transport technology, which affords expanded AV
connectivity through a streamlined wiring solution.
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Functional Summary (continued)
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•
•
Supports Crestron's QM-based MediaManager products using Crestron
Certified Wiring.
Dual window capability for viewing full motion video and hi-res RGB.
Full screen video capability.
• Stores and plays back WAV sound files.
• Stereo headphone jack.
• Two (2) QuickMedia inputs and a single QM output.
• 10BaseT/100BaseTX auto-switching Fast Ethernet, 802.3U compliant, full
duplex.
• Serial mouse support for Microsoft and Kensington devices.
• Built-in Annotation Capability allows the live output of writing or drawing
over touchscreen images using a finger or stylus.
TPS-G-TPI Block Diagram
Controller/CPU
Mixer DSP
QM
Out
QuickMedia Processor
Memory Expansion
QM Input 1
USB Ports (2)
Cresnet
Ethernet
RS-232
AMP
Video Digitizer Graphics Processor
Headphone
Jack
VGA OUT
SW1
(RESET)
QM Input 2
WAV
PLayer
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Memory
The TPS-G-TPI features 128 MB DDR RAM and 64 MB Flash, which is expandable
to 192 MB via compact flash.
Sound
Audio capabilities include a stereo headphone/line level out, built-in volume control
and audio mixer, and built-in wave (WAV) sound file capability. Sound can be
generated by the TPS-G-TPI by using downloaded WAV files or can be mixed in
from two external QuickMedia inputs. Sound from the Quick Media inputs along
with WAV and Keyclick is sent to the stereo headphone and QuickMedia output.
Mic input received at the QuickMedia inputs is sent to only the QuickMedia output.
Video
The TPS-G-TPI can simultaneously display two fully-scalable, full-motion video
windows, each supporting standard video, HDTV, and high-resolution RGB signals
from external AV and computer sources. The TPS-G-TPI uses auto-detect for
composite, S-video, component or RGBHV. It supports SDTV (NTSC and PAL),
EDTV, HDTV and RGB (VGA) up to UXGA (1600 x 1200). Two QM inputs
provide for connectivity to QuickMedia allowing graphics and video to be passed
through for output via the QM OUT port or VGA connector and QM sound via the
stereo headphone jack.
QuickMedia™
The TPS-G-TPI acts as both a QuickMedia (QM) receiver and transmitter. Its two
QM input ports support both video and audio as described earlier and the QM Output
port supports simultaneous video output to feed an additional remote display device.
QM out also supports WAV audio, but not audio from the QM inputs. The TPS-G-
TPI interfaces directly with other QM-based products via CresCAT-QM cable.
Connectivity
The TPS-G-TPI interfaces feature a Cresnet®and a high-speed Ethernet port for
seamless communication with Crestron control systems, and computers. In addition,
two USB ports are provided for future applications. The bidirectional RS-232 port is
provided for computer console, mouse or “Touch-The-PC” support.
Specifications
The following table provides a summary of specifications for the TPS-G-TPI.
TPS-G-TPI Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Cresnet®Power Usage 45 Watts (1.88 Amps @ 24 Volts DC)
Default Net ID 03
Signal Join Maximums 4000 Digital, 4000 Analog, 999 Serial
Control System Update
Files 1, 2, 3
2-Series Control System Version 3.137.CUZ or later
Interface Firmware tps-g-tpi_1.002.00021.csf
Memory 128 MB DDR RAM, 64 MB Flash
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TPS-G-TPI Specifications (continued)
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Memory Expansion Flash memory can be expanded to 192 MB4, 5
Video RGB and auto detect of composite, S-video, component, NTSC,
and PAL 16.7M colors
Time base correction & gamma correction
Supports SDTV 480i (NTSC) & 576i (PAL), EDTV 480p & 576p,
HDTV 720p & 1080i; RGB (VGA) up to UXGA 1600 x 1200
Audio Stereo headphone/line-level audio output, internal volume control
and audio mixer
WAV file capability (8-bit PCM Mono, 8kHz sampling rate)
24-bit, 48kHz D to A conversion
Connectors
NET One 4-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block for connection to
Cresnet Control Network.
USB Two USB Type A female (future mouse/touch inputs)
RS-232 (1) 6-pin RJ-11 female
Computer console or mouse/touch input port6
Bidirectional RS-232 up to 115.2k baud
Hardware and software handshaking support
Headphones (1) 3.5 mm TRS mini phone jack
Stereo headphone or unbalanced stereo line-level audio output
Output Power: 12mW per channel
Minimum Impedance: 32 ohms
QM IN Two RJ-45 QuickMedia input connectors for both video and audio.
Delay Skew Compensation of 0 to 22ns (Max) on QM Input 1 only.
QM OUT One RJ-45 QuickMedia output connector for RGBHV video and
WAV audio output.
LAN One 8-wire RJ-45 Ethernet port with link/activity LED indicators,
10BaseT/100BaseTX high-speed Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP,
802.3U compliant, full duplex, auto switching
VGA OUT (1) DB15 HD female, RGBHV output resolution: 800 x 600,
1024 x 768, or 1280 x 768 (1152 x 864, 1280 x 1024, and
1366 x 768 future)6
PC Card (2) Type II PCMCIA Card slots (reserved for future applications)6
Buttons One recessed, miniature reset button used to reboot the interface
Device Support
Touchscreen/Pen
Display
3M Microtouch, DisplayMate, Elo TouchSystems, SMART
Technologies, Wacom (serial only, USB future)
Mouse Generic Microsoft Serial Mouse shipped with unit (USB mouse
future)
Enclosure Black metal, 1U 19” rack mountable (rack ears included)
CPU 32-bit Freescale Coldfire®
Processing Speed 410 MIPS
Operating Environment Temperature: 50° to 113°F (10° to 45°C)
Humidity: 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Allow a single rack space above the unit for cooling purposes.
Dimensions Height: 1.70 in (4.32 cm)
Width: 19.00 in (48.26 cm) with ears; 17.03 in (43.26 cm) without
Depth: 10.43 in (26.49 cm)
Weight: 5 lbs (2.2 kg)
Available Accessories QM-TX QuickMedia Transmitter
TPS/TPMC-CBL-T Triamese Interface Cable
ST-PK Programming Cable Kit
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TPS-G-TPI Specifications (continued)
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.
3 When loading VT Pro-e files or firmware through the RS-232 port of the control system, be sure that
the baud rate is at 38400 (Cresnet speed) or lower. Otherwise, Toolbox may post the “Transfer
Failed” message.
4 CAUTION: Verify that any compact flash used either contains no files or only contains files you
want loaded to the interface prior to inserting into the interface. When unknown files reside on the
compact flash, existing files on the interface may be overridden or erased if the interface reboots.
5 Although flash memory is expandable to 192MB, the current suggested maximum project size is
170MB or less. Projects larger than this may load without error, but may not display correctly.
6 Refer to the Crestron website or contact Crestron Customer Service for the latest firmware
capabilities and device support.
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
The electronic hardware is housed in a black metal, single-space (1U), 19-inch rack
mount unit. This unit is designed to allow for the integration of non-Crestron
touchscreens into the Crestron control system. All audio, serial, video, and network
connections are made at the rear of the unit. A power LED and a recessed reset
button are located on the front.
TPS-G-TPI Front View
TPS-G-TPI Rear View
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TPS-G-TPI Physical View – Front
1.70 in
(4.38 cm)
TPS-G-TPI Physical Views – Top
16.92 in
(42.98 cm)
9.94 in
(25.25 cm)
10.43 in
(26.49 cm)
17.03 in
(43.26 cm)
View of Rear Connectors – Cover Removed
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Ports and Pushbuttons
All connections to the TPS-G-TPI interface are made through the ports on the rear
panel. Refer to the illustrations and descriptions that follow.
VGA OUTPUT
Pin 10
Pin 5
Pin 15
Pin 1
Pin 6
Pin 11
A DB15HD female connector is provided for RGB (VGA) output. A touchpanel,
PC monitor or other device would be connected to the VGA OUTPUT for analog
video.
Out
p
ut DB15HD Pinou
t
PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION
1 Red video output 9 Not Connected
2 Green video output 10 GND
3 Blue video output 11 Not Connected
4 Not Connected 12 Not Connected
5 GND 13 Horizontal or Composite Sync
6 GND 14 Vertical Sync
7 GND 15 Not Connected
8 GND
PHONE
Connect this standard mini phone jack (12 mW, 32 ohm load) to the plug of a 3.5
mm external plug (not supplied) for either a pair of external amplified speakers or
headphones.
RS-232
This 6-pin RJ-11 connector mates with a 9-pin serial port of a PC. The connecting
cable is not supplied. Use this port to establish a direct connection between the
TPS-G-TPI and a PC, mouse or touchscreen input. When a direct connection to a PC
is established, firmware updates and other files can be uploaded to the TPS-G-TPI.
Additionally, the interface’s diagnostic tools and set up screens can be accessed over
the direct connection or a direct connection to a touchpanel. In the event that modular
cables or an RJ-11 to DB9F adapter is not available, the following table and diagram
provide information so that the cable can be fabricated on site. Refer to “RS-232
Menu” on page 18 for RS-232 port configuration settings.
RS-232 Pinouts
PIN # DESCRIPTION
1 CTS
2 GND
3 RXD
4 TXD
5 RTS
6 N/C (Not connected)
16
16
Front
Top
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PC to TPS-G-TPI Cable Specifications (Crestron Cable Number STCP-502PC)
LAN
LAN
One 8-wire RJ-45 connector with two LED indicators (green LED indicates link
status, yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity). This connector provides an Ethernet
10baseT /100baseTX, full duplex, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, IEEE 802.3U compliant
network connection.
Network Connector Pinout
PIN SIGNALS
1 TX +
2 TX -
3 RC+
4 N/C
5 N/C
6 RC -
7 N/C
8 N/C
24VDC
One 24 Volt DC power jack (PW-2420RU power supply sold separately) powers
the TPS-G-TPI interface in lieu of Cresnet power.
NET
The four-pin 5 mm detachable terminal block provides communication with and
power from a Cresnet control network. For additional details, refer to “Network
Wiring” on page 11. A cable for this connection is provided with the interface.
Pins 24 and G provide 24 VDC and ground respectively. Power supply CNWPS-75
OR C2N-SPW5300 can be used to power the TPS-G-TPI.
Pins Y and Z provide communications (data).
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USB
Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) “A” connectors provide a communications link.
USB is a connectivity specification developed by the USB Implementers Forum
that provides a single, simple, standardized way to connect devices to a computer.
USB shielded cables contain two wires for power +5 volts (red) and ground
(brown) and a twisted pair of wires (yellow and blue) that carry data.
USB Type A Connector Pinout
PIN DESCRIPTION
1 +5 VDC
2 Data -
3 Data +
4 Ground
NOTE: This connector is reserved for
future applications (i.e., mouse and touch
input).
MEMORY EXPANSION
The onboard memory may be enhanced with the addition of a Type II compact flash
memory card (up to 192 MB).
CAUTION: Verify that any compact flash used either contains no files or only
contains files you want loaded to the interface prior to inserting into the interface.
When unknown files reside on the compact flash, existing files on the interface may
be overridden or erased if the interface reboots.
NOTE: Although flash memory is expandable to 192MB, the current suggested
maximum project size is 170MB or less. Projects larger than this may load without
error, but may not display correctly.
The flash memory slot is accessible on the rear panel of the unit and is labeled
MEMORY EXP. Slots A and B are PCMCIA slots and are not currently
supported.
QuickMedia Connections
There are two QM input ports for connecting two QM sources and one QM output
port for connecting a QM receiver or any other device with a QM input. Each QM
port has an RJ-45 connector with pinouts described in the following table. For wiring
information, refer to “QuickMedia Network Wiring” on page 12.
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RJ-45 Pin Assignments
PIN WIRE
COLORS
(568B)
QM
ASSIGNMENT:
RGB
QM ASSIGNMENT:
COMPOSITE,
S-VIDEO,
COMPONENT AND
AUDIO
1 WHITE/ORANGE - RGB Red - CHROMINANCE (-PR)
2 ORANGE + RGB Red + CHROMINANCE (+PR)
3 WHITE/GREEN - RGB Green - LUMINANCE (-Y)
4 BLUE + Digital Audio + AUDIO
5 WHITE/BLUE - Digital Audio - AUDIO
6 GREEN + RGB Green + LUMINANCE (+Y)
7 WHITE/BROWN - RGB Blue - COMPOSITE (-PB)
8 BROWN + RGB Blue + COMPOSITE (+PB)
18
18
Front
Top
QM Input #1 provides adjustable delay skew compensation for optimizing video
signals. The compensation corrects color separation problems that can occur when
CAT5 cables have variations in the pair lengths. The twisting of the cable pairs inside
the cable sheath causes this variation in length. To ensure sufficient bandwidth to
support signal resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, the maximum aggregate cable
length should not exceed 328 feet.
QM Input #2 does not have adjustable delay skew compensation. QM Input #2 is
capable of the following:
QM Input # 2 Maximum Cable Length
SIGNAL TYPE RESOLUTION MAXIMUM CABLE
LENGTH* (FEET)
Video/S-video 480i 300
Component 480p 300
Component 720p 300
Component 1080i 300
RGB 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz 69
RGB 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz 40
RGB 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 20
RGB 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz 216
RGB 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 136
RGB 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 84
RGB 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 50
* With CresCAT-QM or -IM cable, available from Crestron. Using other may adversely affect performance
and is not recommended.
NOTE: When transmitting S-video, luminance uses the green video pathway, and
chrominance uses the red video pathway. When transmitting composite video, the
signal is carried on the blue video pathway.
NOTE: Use CresCAT-QM or -IM, to make QM connections. The cumulative skew
over the entire length must be less than 22 ns. Refer to “QuickMedia Network
Wiring” on page 12 for cable specifications.
NOTE: When using CresCAT-QM wiring, four additional wires are included for
making Cresnet connections. Refer to “QuickMedia Network Wiring” on page 12 for
cable specifications.
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Pushbuttons
There is only a single, recessed button on the front panel of the TPS-G-TPI interface.
It is the hard reset used to reboot the interface.
TPS-G-TPI Pushbuttons
HARD RESET
BUTTON
Industry Compliance
As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-G-TPI, has been tested and found to comply
with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radio
communications Compliance Labeling.
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.
Setup
Network Wiring
CAUTION: In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your
installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire, and only Crestron Certified Wire, may
be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to
identify performance deficiencies as a result of using improper wire.
CAUTION: Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. Failure to
do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty.
CAUTION: Provide sufficient power to the system. Insufficient power can lead to
unpredictable results or damage to the equipment. Please use the Crestron Power
Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system
(http://www.crestron.com/calculators).
When calculating the length of wire for a particular Cresnet run, the wire gauge and
the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be connected must be taken into
consideration. Use Crestron Certified Wire only. If Cresnet units are to be daisy-
chained on the run, the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be daisy-
chained must be added together to determine the Cresnet power usage of the entire
chain. If the unit is a home-run from a Crestron system power supply network port,
the Cresnet power usage of that unit is the Cresnet power usage of the entire run. The
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wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of the run should be used in the following
equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation’s left side.
Cable Length Equation
40,000 Where:
R x P
L <
L = Length of run (or chain) in feet.
R = 6 Ohms (Crestron Certified Wire: 18 AWG (0.75 MM2))
P = Cresnet power usage of entire run (or chain).
Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the right side of
the equation. For example, a Cresnet run drawing 20 watts should not have a length
of run more than 333 feet.
NOTE: All Crestron certified Cresnet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One
twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor, and the other twisted
pair is the Y conductor and the Z conductor.
NOTE: When daisy-chaining Cresnet units, strip the ends of the wires carefully to
avoid nicking the conductors. Twist together the ends of the wires that share a pin on
the network connector, and tin the twisted connection. Apply solder only to the ends
of the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end becomes brittle.
Insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and tighten the retaining
screw. Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors.
NOTE: For larger networks (i.e., greater than 28 network devices), it may become
necessary to add a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality
throughout the network. Also, for networks with lengthy cable runs, it may be
necessary to add a Hub/Repeater after only 20 devices.
QuickMedia Network Wiring
For the QuickMedia (QM) transport, use CresCAT-QM cable. The Crestron
QuickMedia cable “CresCAT-QM” contains one CAT5E cable and one Cresnet
cable in siamese jackets.
CresCAT-QM Cable
NOTE: Do not untwist the two wires in a single pair for more than 1/3-1/2"
(0.84 – 1.27 cm) when making a connection. The twists are critical to canceling out
interference between the wires.
The aggregate cable length of a signal path originating at a QM transmitter and
terminating at the TPS-G-TPI must not exceed 328 feet (100 meters). Video signals
may experience a loss of quality over very long lengths of cable. This phenomenon is
due to the added resistance and capacitance of longer cable lengths, and is not
particular to either Crestron and/or QuickMedia systems. To ensure sufficient
bandwidth, the maximum aggregate cable length should not exceed 328 feet. The use
of lower-resolution signals may allow increased cable length but must be tested by
the installer with the sources to be used. The QM pin assignment is based on the
EIA/TIA 568B RJ-45 Jack standard.
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NOTE: In the case of the QM 2 input port, the maximum cable length will vary. See
the QM Input # 2 Maximum Cable Length table on page 10.
When connecting multiple QM devices, the route between a QM origination point
(transmitter) and a QM endpoint (receiver) cannot have more than two midpoints
(e.g., QM-MD7x2 or other QM switchers). Refer to the following diagram when
configuring a QM network.
QM Network Topology
The TPS-G-TPI is not a switcher, but a QM transmitter. Therefore, even when
designated as the endpoint from two midpoint switchers, the QM output of the
TPS-G-TPI can become another transmitter sending RGB video at the touchpanel’s
native resolution and aspect ratio. Refer to the following diagram.
QM Network Topology with TPS-G-TPI Acting as an Endpoint and a Transmitter
QM QM
QM-WMC
QM-WMC
QM
QM
Origination Points Endpoints
TPS-G-TPI
This QM-RMCRX-BA
does not violate the
two-midpoint rule as it
is receiving an RGB
signal from the
TPS-G-TPI transmitter.
QM-RMCRX-BAQM-MD7x2 QM-MD7x2
QM
Midpoints
This TPS-G-TPI acts
as both an endpoint
for signals from the
QM-WMC origination
points AND a QM
transmitter to the
QM-RMCRX-BA.
Identity Code
All equipment and user interfaces within the network require a unique identity code
(Net ID). These codes are two-digit hexadecimal numbers ranging from 03 to FE
(Net ID 02 is reserved for control processors). The Net ID of each unit must match
an ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program. The Net ID is set using the
internal setup menu (refer to “Interface Menu” on page 16). The Net ID may also be
changed using Crestron Toolbox (refer to “Establishing Communications” on page
41).
Configuring the Interface
NOTE: In order to configure the TPS-G-TPI interface, power (supplied via Cresnet)
and a connection to an external touchpanel or other video device are required. Refer
to “Hardware Hookup” on page 31 for details.
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To configure the unit, it may be necessary to access a series of setup screens prior to
viewing run-time screens that are loaded into the interface for normal operation. The
MAIN MENU for configuring the interface appears when a finger is held to the
connected touchscreen as power is applied, or after the hardware reset button is
pressed and released. Remove your finger when the message "SETUP MODE"
briefly appears on the touchscreen.
Upon entering SETUP MODE, the MAIN MENU, as shown in the following
illustration, displays four buttons: Touch Screen Calibration, Exit and Run
Program, Setup, and Diagnostics.
The Exit and Run Program button verifies that all of the setup information has
been saved to the EEPROM and displays the main page that has been programmed
into your system. The remaining buttons on the MAIN MENU open other menus,
which are discussed in subsequent paragraphs.
MAIN MENU
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Calibration Menu
CALIBRATION MENU
Touch Perform Calibration. The message “Touch Upper Left” appears centered on
the panel with a cross hair in the upper left corner. Touch the center of the cross hair
in the corner of the screen to initiate calibration. Another message, “Touch Upper
Right”, appears with a cross hair in the correct corner. Touch the center of the cross
hair in the corner of the screen. A final message, “Touch Lower Right”, appears with
a cross hair in the correct corner. Touch the center of the cross hair in the corner of
the screen to conclude calibration and return to the MAIN MENU.
NOTE: When touching the screen during calibration, be as accurate as possible.
Use the tip of a capped pen or the eraser end of a pencil. To cancel calibration and
return to the CALIBRATION MENU without saving calibration data, create a
calibration error by touching the screen in the same spot three times.
Setup Menu
To obtain the SETUP MENU, press the Setup button from the MAIN MENU. The
SETUP MENU offers a series of buttons, which open additional menus and displays,
and are detailed in subsequent paragraphs. The SETUP MENU also provides the
Power LED brightness control and the standby timeout setting. After setup
parameters have been selected, select the Return button to return to the MAIN
MENU.
NOTE: For convenience, the current CRESNET ID setting is displayed in the upper
left corner.
NOTE: All TPS-G-TPI interface settings are automatically saved in non-volatile
memory.
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G-Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron Isys®TPS-G-TPI
SETUP MENU
Interface Menu
The TPS-G-TPI communicates with a control system to activate commands or to
display feedback from components within the system. The communication interface
must be correctly configured or communication will not occur. To set
communication parameters select the Interface button located on the SETUP
MENU and display the INTERFACE MENU.
The Cresnet network identity number (CRESNET ID also known as the Net ID) is
displayed on the INTERFACE MENU. Net ID is the two-digit hexadecimal number.
The hexadecimal number can range from 03 to FE and must correspond to the Net
ID set in the SIMPL Windows program of the Cresnet system. Matching IDs
between the TPS-G-TPI and the SIMPL Windows program is required if data is to
be successfully transferred. Net ID for the TPS-G-TPI is factory set to 03. No two
devices in the same system can have the same Net ID.
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