Installation guide

Function & Numeric Keypads Crestron CNX-BF/BN12
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, projects or firmware)
can be transferred to the control system (and/or device). Finally, program
checks can be performed (such as changing the device ID) to ensure
proper functioning.
Establishing Communication
Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the CNX-BF12 &
CNX-BN12; refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details. There is a
single method of communication: indirect serial communication.
Indirect Serial Communication
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON TOOLBOX
CONTROL SYSTEM C2N-DBF/N12
SERIAL,
ETHERNET
OR USB
CRESNET
• CNX-BF12 & CNX-BN12 connects to control system via Cresnet.
• Establish communications between the PC and the control system
as described in the latest version of the 2-Series Control Systems
Reference Guide (Doc. 6256).
Programs, Projects and Firmware
Program, project 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 and projects via the
programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron
Toolbox. For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to the SIMPL
Windows help file, VisionTools Pro-e help file or the Crestron Toolbox
help file.
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