Specifications

Crestron CEN-RGBHVHB High-Bandwidth RGB Matrix Switcher
Operations Guide – DOC. 7157C High-Bandwidth RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHVHB • 19
The COMPUTER port on the CEN-RGBHVHB connects to the USB port on the PC
via the included Type A to Type B USB cable:
1. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the
expected communication protocol (USB). When multiple USB devices are
connected, identify the CEN-RGBHVHB by entering “CEN-RGBHVHB”
in the Model textbox, the unit’s serial number in the Serial textbox or the
unit’s hostname in the Hostname textbox. The hostname can be found in the
“System Info” window in the section marked Ethernet however,
communications must be established in order to see this information in the
“System Info” window.
2. Display the CEN-RGBHVHB’s “System Info” window (click the
icon);
communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.
TCP/IP
NOTE: Required for operation with a Crestron control system.
Ethernet Communication
PC Running
Crestron Toolbox
LAN
CEN -RGBHVHB
The CEN-RGBHVHB connects to PC via Ethernet:
1. Establish serial communication between CEN-RGBHVHB and PC.
2. Confirm Ethernet connection between CEN-RGBHVHB and PC. If
connecting through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables with
8-pin RJ-45 connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to
connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router.
3. Use the Device Discovery Tool in Crestron Toolbox to detect all Ethernet
devices on the network and their IP configuration. The tool is available in
Toolbox version 1.15.143 or later.
4. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
CEN-RGBHVHB with the CEN-RGBHVHB’s TCP/IP communication
parameters.
5. Display the “System Info” window (click the
icon) and select the
CEN-RGBHVHB entry from the Address Book or the Address Book
drop-down list.
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 Web site 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. For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to the Crestron Studio help
file, the SIMPL Windows help file or the Crestron Toolbox help file.
Crestron Studio /
SIMPL Windows
If a Crestron Studio or SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to
the control system using Crestron Studio, SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox.
Firmware
Check the Crestron Web site to find the latest firmware. (New users must register to
obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)