Setup guide

Integrated Professional Automation Computer Crestron IPAC-GL1
Appendix B: Uploading and Upgrading
The information contained in this section is for advanced programmers of Crestron
Control Systems. For more information, contact Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON
[1-888-273-7876].
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
or creating an IP table) to ensure proper functioning.
While the next section provides an overview for communication, refer to
“Establishing Communications with the Control System” in the Crestron 2-Series
Control Systems Reference Guide (Doc. 6256) for connection details. If
communications cannot be established, refer to “Troubleshooting Communications”
in the same guide.
Establishing Communication
Use Crestron Toolbox™ for communicating with the IPAC; refer to the Crestron
Toolbox help file for details. There are two methods of communication.
USB
NOTE: Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters.
USB Communication
USB
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON TOOLBOX
IPAC
1. The COMPUTER port on the IPAC connects to the USB port on the PC
via a Type A to Type B USB cable (not included).
2. 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 IPAC by entering “IPAC” 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.
3. Display the IPAC’s “System Info” window (click the
icon);
communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP Communication
ETHERNET
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON TOOLBOX
IPAC
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