Crestron TPS-TPI User manual

Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI Touchpanel Interface
Contents
Touchpanel Interface: Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI 1
Description.................................................................................................................................1
Functional Description ................................................................................................1
Physical Description....................................................................................................4
Leading Specifications...............................................................................................................5
Installation/Setup .......................................................................................................................6
Identity Code ...............................................................................................................6
Network Wiring........................................................................................................... 6
Hardware Hookup ....................................................................................................... 7
Configuring the Display.............................................................................................................7
Calibration Menu.........................................................................................................8
Diagnostics Menu........................................................................................................ 9
Setup Menu..................................................................................................................9
VisionTools™ Pro-e (Multi-Mode Objects)............................................................................ 16
Programming with SIMPL™ Windows................................................................................ 17
How the Program Works...........................................................................................18
How to Create the Program ....................................................................................... 18
Reserved Join Numbers............................................................................................. 21
Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................23
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 23
Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................24
Appendix A: WAV File Audio Messages................................................................................25
Downloadable WAV Files ........................................................................................25
To Record a WAV File Message...............................................................................26
To Convert a WAV File ............................................................................................27
To Create WAV Messages from Individual Files .....................................................28
Set WAV File or Message Properties, Save, and Exit............................................... 31
VT Pro-e: Sound Manager......................................................................................... 34
Appendix B: RS-232 Protocol ................................................................................................. 37
Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 39
Return and Warranty Policies .................................................................................................. 41
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ...................................................................... 41
CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................41
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Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI Touchpanel Interface
Touchpanel Interface:
Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI
Description
Functional Description
The Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI offers a host of sophisticated capabilities like the other
models in the Isys family, however the unit is designed without a display. Its analog
XGA resolution output plugs into a plasma screen or large screen projector to create
whatever image size is required. The plasma or projection screen may be overlaid
with a touch-sensitive membrane to function as a huge touchpanel. The TPS-TPI can
also be used with the Crestron SmartPresenter™ system in serial mouse mode. Other
Microsoft-compatible serial mice are also permissible. The unit operates in a 16-bit
graphics mode (65,536 colors); palettes are not required. When displaying video or
RGB sources with the appropriate expansion card installed, the TPS-TPI can display
up to 262,144 colors. The TPS-TPI offers:
Multi-mode objects are here!
Refer to "VisionTools™ Pro-e (Multi-
Mode Objects)" on page 16
f
or details about this high-performance
innovation!
• Multiple button, slider control, and icon configurations,
including multi-mode objects
• Three non-interchangeable card slots for expansion
• Memory upgrade
• Two speakers for sound
Expansion Slots
Each TPS-TPI has three dedicated slots for additional functionality. The slots are
empty with blank cover plates. Cards are purchased separately. Installation
instructions are provided with each card. Each card features the following:
• TPS-ENETL – a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card provides Ethernet
capability to the touchpanel.
• TPS-VIDL – a TV video digitizer card that allows NTSC/PAL video
to be played in a window on the touchpanel or full screen.
• TPS-XVGAL – a RGB digitizer that scan converts a computer source
up to 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz (110 Hz at 640 x 480) vertical rate to a
window on the touchpanel or full screen.
NOTE: The three cards are NOT interchangeable.
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Memory
The TPS-TPI ships with 8MB of flash and 8MB of DRAM. Additional memory
(purchased separately) can be installed in the field. The flash can be replaced with
modules of up to 64MB. The DRAM module can be replaced with modules up to
32MB. Installation instructions are provided with each memory module.
Sound
The TPS-TPI has built-in speakers with power amplifiers. Sound can be generated by
the panel by using downloaded wave files (.WAV) or can be mixed in from an
external line level audio source. The audio amplifiers output two watts per channel.
Refer to "Appendix A: WAV File Audio Messages" on page 25 for WAV file
details.
I/O Connectors
All totaled, there are 14 potential I/O connectors available on the TPS-TPI. Five of
the 14 connectors are resident on the unit as shipped from Crestron. The remaining
nine connectors are optional and require the additional purchase and installation of
expansion cards.
The resident connectors are:
• NET – The port mates with a four-pin connector, supplied, and is used
to connect the touchpanel to other four-wire devices in the Cresnet
system. If making network connections to the Cresnet peripherals, refer
to the latest revision of the Cresnet Network Interconnect Drawing
(Doc. 5411). This document can be obtained from the Downloads page
(CABLES and MANUAL Libraries) of the Crestron website
(www.crestron.com). Search for CRESNET.PDF.
• AUDIO INPUT – The port mates with a six-pin connector, supplied,
and provides differential/single ended audio input and output.
Description of the pinouts is shown in the table after this paragraph.
AUDIO INPUT Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION
S Shield
R+ Right Positive
R- Right Negative
L+ Left Positive
L- Left Negative
S Shield
• RS-232 – The primary purpose of this connector is to communicate
with external touchscreens and Microsoft-compatible serial mouse-type
devices. The communication parameters and the control options are
available from the "RS-232 Menu" on page 11. In the event that
modular cables or an RJ11 to DB9F adapter is not available, the table
and diagram shown after this paragraph provides information so that
the cable can be fabricated on site. Refer to "Appendix B: RS-232
Protocol" on page 37 for protocol details.
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RS-232 Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION
1CTS
2GND
3RXD
4TXD
5RTS
6 No Connect (N/C)
PC to TPS-TPI Cable Specifications
• AUDIO OUTPUT – This standard mini phone jack (12mW, 32 ohms
load) provides line level stereo audio output to an external audio system
or headphone set, not supplied.
• VGA OUTPUT – This DB15 female connector outputs XGA (1024 x
768) RGB video. Description of the pinouts is shown in the table after
this paragraph.
VGA OUTPUT Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION
1RED 9 NC
2 GREEN 10 GND
3BLUE 11 NC
4NC 12NC
5 GND 13 HSYNC/COMPOSITE SYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 NC
8GND NC = Not Connected
The optional connectors are:
• RGB INPUT – These five connectors are made available with the
purchase and installation of the TPS-XVGAL, a scan converter card.
Consult the latest revision of the TPS-XVGAL Operations &
Installation Guide (Doc. 5828) for details.
• NTSC/PAL INPUT – These three connectors are made available with
the purchase and installation of the TPS-VIDL, composite and S-video
input for TV video card. Consult the latest revision of the TPS-VIDL
Operations & Installation Guide (Doc. 5830) for details.
• LAN – This port is made available with the purchase and installation of
the TPS-ENETL, a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card. Consult the latest
revision of the TPS-ENETL Operations & Installation Guide (Doc.
5829) for details.
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Physical Description
The electronic hardware of the TPS-TPI, shown after this paragraph, is housed in a
black metal enclosure with a silk-screened top panel. All audio, video, Ethernet,
RS-232, and network connections are made on the top panel or one side of the unit.
Ears are attached at the shorter sides of the unit. There are three holes per ear for
inserting mounting screws. The ears can be removed (six screws) to reduce the size
of the TPS-TPI. If the ears are removed, there are rubber feet on the under side of the
unit for stabilization on a flat surface.
NOTE: Video, RGB, and Ethernet connections are available after installing the
appropriate expansion card into the TPS-TPI.
Physical Views of the TPS-TPI (Top Panel)
14.133 in
(35.898 cm)
9.450 in
(24.003 cm)
CRESTRON ELECTRONICS INC.
ROCKLEIGH, NJ 07647 USA
0.625 in
(1.588 cm)
4.100 in
(10.414 cm)
4.100 in
(10.414 cm)
Physical Views of the TPS-TPI (Sides and Bottom Panels)
12.484 in
(31.709 cm)
2.922 in
(7.422 cm)
2.797 in
(7.104 cm)
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Leading Specifications
The table below provides a summary of leading specifications for the TPS-TPI
touchpanel interface. Dimensions and weight are rounded to the nearest hundredth
unit.
Leading Specifications for the TPS-TPI Touchpanel Interface
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Power Requirements (without cards) 10.0 Watts (0.417 Amp @ 24 VDC)1
SIMPLTM Windows®Version 1.50.05 or later2
CNMSX-AV/PRO Upgrade File (.upz) Version 51125X or later3 & 4
CNRACKX/-DP Upgrade File (.upz) Version 51125W or later3 & 4
CEN/CN-TVAV Upgrade File (.upz) Version 51130V or later3 & 5
CNMS, CNRACK, CNLCOMP Version 3.18.09m, l, c or later3 & 5
Operating System
ST-CP Operating System Version 4.00.49 or later3 & 5
ST-CP Monitor Version 1.29 or later3
VisionToolsTM Pro-e (VT Pro-e) Version 2.2.0.0 or later2
Crestron Database Version 14.1 or later2
Memory 8MB of flash; 8MB of DRAM6
Speaker Amplification 2 Watts per channel
Dimensions & Weight Height: 9.45 in (24.00 cm)
- with ears Width: 15.20 in (38.61 cm)
Depth: 2.92 in (7.42 cm)
Weight: 3.90 lb (1.77 kg)
1 The individual power requirements for the expansion cards are:
TPS-ENETL: 4Watts (0.167 Amps @ 24 VDC)
TPS-VIDL: 8 Watts (0.333 Amps @ 24 VDC)
TPS-XVGAL: 10 Watts (0.417 Amps @ 24 VDC)
2 The latest software versions can be obtained from the Downloads page (SIMPLWIN, TOUCHPNL,
VTPRO-E, or CRESDB Libraries) of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com).
3 CNX upgrade files are required for either CNMSX-AV/Pro or CNRACKX/-DP. Filenames for CNX
upgrade files have a UPZ extension and SmarTouch files are in one EXE. All can be obtained from
the Downloads page (OPSYS Library) of the Crestron website.
4 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 57600 or lower. Otherwise, the Viewport may post the "Transfer Failed" message.
5 These control systems do not support loading of firmware or VT Pro-e files to the TPS-TPI through
the RS-232 port of the control system. In order to load these files to the TPS-TPI when using these
control systems, either use the RS-232 port on the TPS-TPI or use Ethernet direct to the unit
(assuming the TPS-ENETL is installed).
6 Additional memory can be purchased, refer to "Memory" on page 2. The complexity of the control
screens and the sampling of the WAV files influence memory usage.
As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-TPI 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.
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Installation/Setup
Identity Code
Every equipment and user interface within the network requires a unique identity
code (NET ID). These codes are assigned a two-digit hexadecimal number from 03
to FE. Refer to "Setup Menu" on page 9 for instructions on setting the unit's NET ID.
The NET ID of the unit must match the NET ID specified in the SIMPL Windows
program. Refer to "Programming with SIMPL™ Windows" on page 17 for a
sample.
Network Wiring
NOTE: When making wire connections, refer to the latest revision of the Cresnet
Network Interconnect Drawing (Doc. 5411). The document can be obtained from the
Downloads page (CABLES and MANUAL Libraries) of the Crestron website
(www. crestron.com). Search for the CRESNET.PDF files.
When calculating the wire gauge for a particular network run, the length of the run
and the power factor of each network unit to be connected must be taken into
consideration. If network units are to be daisy-chained on the run, the power factor
of each network unit to be daisy-chained must be added together to determine the
power factor of the entire chain. The length of the run in feet and the power factor of
the run should be used in the following resistance equation to calculate the value on
the right side of the equation.
Resistance Equation
R = Resistance (refer to table below).
L = Length of run (or chain) in feet.
PF = Power factor of entire run
(
or chain
)
.
R < L x PF
40,000 Where:
The required wire gauge should be chosen such that the resistance value is less than
the value calculated in the resistance equation. Refer to the table after this paragraph.
Wire Gauge Values
RESISTANCE (R) WIRE GAUGE
416
618
10 20
15 22
13 Doubled CAT5
8.7 Tripled CAT5
NOTE: All network 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.
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