Crestron Green Light™ DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Operations & Installation Guide
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Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Contents Crestron Green Light™ DIN Rail Control Processor: DIN-AP2 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Applications.................................................................................................................
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron Green Light™ DIN Rail Control Processor: DIN-AP2 Introduction The DIN-AP2 is a 2-Series control processor designed for small to medium-sized lighting and automation applications. DIN rail mounting enables modular installation alongside Crestron® DIN Rail lighting and automation control modules and other third-party DIN rail mountable devices.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 2-Series Processor Built upon Crestron’s reliable 2-Series control engine, the DIN-AP2 is extensively programmable using Crestron’s suite of powerful development software and vast database of drivers and software modules. The DIN-AP2 works seamlessly with Crestron’s entire line of lighting dimmers and shade controls, keypads and touchpanels, thermostats, wireless gateways, and expansion modules.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Cresnet Power Supply is required to power the DIN-AP2 and any connected Cresnet devices. Ethernet and e-Control®2 Built-in 10/100 Ethernet facilitates secure high-speed network connectivity, enabling extensive capabilities for remote system maintenance and control, and providing an interface to other Crestron control systems.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Applications The following diagram shows a DIN-AP2 in a typical application. DIN-AP2 in a Typical Application 4 • DIN Rail Control Processor: DIN-AP2 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Specifications Specifications for the DIN-AP2 are listed in the following table.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN-AP2 Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION Enclosure Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Available Accessories DIN-BLOCK DIN-HUB DIN-PWS50 DIN Rail Series IRP2 6 • DIN Rail Control Processor: DIN-AP2 DETAILS Light gray polycarbonate housing with polycarbonate label overlay, UL94 V-0 rated, 35 mm DIN EN 60715 rail mount, DIN 43880 form factor for enclosures with 45 mm front panel cutout, occupies 9 DIN module spaces (162 mm). 94.2 mm (3.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your DIN-AP2. DIN-AP2 Physical View DIN-AP2 Overall Dimensions 1 6 159 mm (6.26 in) 8 10 12 2 90 mm (3.54 in) 3 58 mm (2.28 in) 94.2 mm (3.71 in) 4 5 7 9 11 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Connectors, Controls & Indicators # CONNECTORS1, CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 1 I/O VERSIPORTS 1-8 2 PWR LED 3 NET LED (1) 9-pin 3.5mm detachable terminal block comprising (8) digital input/output or analog input ports (referenced to GND) Max Wire Size: 1.5 mm2 (16 AWG) Digital Input: Rated for 0-24 Volts DC Input Impedance 20k ohms Logic Threshold: 1.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS1, CONTROLS & INDICATORS 4 MSG LED 5 NET2 6 HW-R 7 SW-R 8 MEMORY DESCRIPTION (1) Red LED, illuminates when a message is present in the message log. To view the contents of the message log, use Crestron Toolbox™. (2) 4-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks, paralleled Cresnet port and 24 Volt DC power input. Max Wire Size: 1.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS1, CONTROLS & INDICATORS 9 COM1 & COM 2 10 RELAYS DESCRIPTION (2) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks, bidirectional comprising (2) RS-232 ports Max Wire Size: 1.5 mm2 (16 AWG) Up to 115.2k baud Hardware and software handshaking support GND: Ground TX: Transmit data RX: Receive data RTS: Request to send CTS: Clear to send (1) 8-pin 3.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS1, CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION LAN (1) 8-wire RJ-45 with 2 LED indicators 10/100BaseT Ethernet port Green LED indicates link status Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity 11 GREEN LED PIN 8 YELLOW LED PIN 1 PIN 1 2 3 4 12 13 COMPUTER Pin 4 Pin 3 Pin 1 Pin 2 IR/SERIAL SIGNAL TX + TX RC+ N/C PIN 5 6 7 8 SIGNAL N/C RC N/C N/C (1) USB Type B female USB 1.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Industry Compliance This unit has been manufactured to comply with UL’s Standards for Safety in Canada and the United States. Formal approval is pending. As of the date of manufacture, the DIN-AP2 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Setup Network Wiring When wiring the Cresnet and Ethernet network, consider the following: • Use Crestron Certified Wire. NOTE: Cresnet-HP wire cannot be used. • Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. • Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: 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 (www.crestron.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 The DIN-AP2 is designed for installation on a DIN rail. Refer to the following diagram when installing. Installing the DIN-AP2 DIN-AP2 TOP DIN RAIL (NOT SUPPLIED) DIN RAIL RELEASE 1. Place the top of the DIN-AP2’s rail mount over the top of the DIN rail. 2. Tilt the bottom of the DIN-AP2 toward the DIN rail until it snaps into place.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Hardware Hookup Connect the Device Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this paragraph. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 13 before attaching the 4-position terminal block connector. Apply power after all connections have been made. WARNING: Prior to connecting the device, turn off power at the circuit breaker. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or damage to the device.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Hardware Connections for the DIN-AP2 I/O: TO CONTROLLABLE DEVICES & FROM DEVICE OUTPUTS MEMORY: FOR OPTIONAL MMC COMPATIBLE MEMORY CARD RELAYS: TO CONTROLLABLE DEVICES NET: COM 1 & COM 2: POWER FROM BI-DIRECTIONAL RS-232 DIN-PWS50 OR OTHER WITH HARDWARE & CRESNET POWER SUPPLY.
Crestron DIN-AP2 Versiport Connections DIN Rail Control Processor Depending on the application, the DIN-AP2’s Versiports can be wired multiple ways. Refer to the following diagrams when wiring a Versiport. WARNING: Incorrect wiring may damage the DIN-AP2 or the connected device. NOTE: The settings for input/output and the pull-up resistor are specified in the control system program. For more information, refer to the SIMPL Windows help file.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Versiport Wiring Diagrams—Analog Input Function Reading a voltage from an analog source Reading resistance of a potentiometer 10V DC I/O Setup: Analog Input I/O Setup: Analog Input Pull-up Resistor: Disabled Pull-up Resistor : Enabled Versiport Wiring Diagrams—Digital Output Function Driving a relay coil 24V DC Max. 250 mA Max.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at http://support.crestron.com. First-time users will need to establish a user account.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows. For additional details, download SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the extensive help file. Programming with D3 Pro Crestron’s D3 Pro lighting software provides all the tools necessary to create a complete Crestron lighting system for residential applications.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Locating the DIN-AP2 in the Device Library Program Manager Program Manager is the view where programmers “program” a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols. The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1). Operations & Installation Guide – DOC.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Uploading and Upgrading Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features. However, before attempting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establish communication. Once communication has been established, files (for example, programs or firmware) can be transferred to the control system (and/or device).
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor marked Ethernet however, communications must be established in order to see this information in the “System Info” window. • Display the DIN-AP2’s “System Info” window (click the icon); communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed. TCP/IP Ethernet Communication PC RUNNING CRESTRON TOOLBOX ETHERNET DIN-AP2 • Establish USB communication between DIN-AP2 and PC.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Programs and Firmware Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new features are developed after product releases. One has the option to upload programs via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. DIN-AP2 Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Unexpected response from control system. Network devices are not communicating with the control system. Use Crestron Toolbox to poll the network. Verify network connection to the device.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN-AP2 Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE MSG LED illuminates. POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Hardware or software failure, hardware incompatibility with software definitions or programming error. Verify that hardware configuration matches software configuration. Use Crestron Toolbox to display the error log. Refer to “Error Message Definitions” in the latest version of the Crestron 2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide (Doc.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor DIN-AP2 Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE Cresnet device does not respond. POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) Device not wired correctly. Improper NET ID used. Device is not receiving sufficient power. CORRECTIVE ACTION Verify Cresnet wiring. Verify that device ID matches NET ID in the program. Use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 6. Once the DIN-AP2 is in Monitor mode, connect to the PC using a USB cable. NOTE: If at any point in the above sequence, one of the timer periods expires without the SW-R button being pressed, the unit will boot normally, first running the firmware, then loading the application.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor 12. Find and select the correct firmware file (.CUZ or .zip) and click Open. 13. In the “Firmware” window, click Send. You will see a “Confirmation” window asking if you’ve selected the right file. Click OK and you will see the “File Transfer” window. 14. When file transfer is completed, you will see a window asking you to re-connect. Click OK, then close the “Firmware” window and re-connect using the normal Address Book entry.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 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.
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor Reference Documents The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/manuals). This link will provide a list of product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Software License Agreement This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal contract between you (either an individual or a single business entity) and Crestron Electronics, Inc. (“Crestron”) for software referenced in this guide, which includes computer software and as applicable, associated media, printed materials and “online” or electronic documentation (the “Software”).
Crestron DIN-AP2 DIN Rail Control Processor If You are a business or organization, You agree that upon request from Crestron or its authorized agent, You will within thirty (30) days fully document and certify that use of any and all Software at the time of the request is in conformity with Your valid licenses from Crestron of its authorized agent.
DIN Rail Control Processor Crestron DIN-AP2 Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange or service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact an authorized CRESTRON dealer. Only authorized CRESTRON dealers may contact the factory and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
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Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 www.crestron.com Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6662A (2020744) 06.08 Specifications subject to change without notice.
