Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.
This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON Regulatory Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the MTX-3 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Contents Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Featuring infiNET EX® Technology: MTX-3 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Applications......................................................................................
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel ® Featuring infiNET EX Technology: MTX-3 Introduction The MTX-3 Isys™ Handheld Wireless Touchpanel from Crestron® delivers an exceptional remote control for home theater and AV presentation, marrying style and ergonomics with rock solid wireless performance and customizability.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 infiNET EX® Wireless Technology Crestron’s groundbreaking infiNET EX wireless technology provides ultra-reliable two-way communications throughout a residence or commercial structure utilizing a 2.4 GHz mesh network. A complete infiNET EX network uses the lighting dimmers and other devices throughout the structure as wireless relay stations, each receiving and passing on wireless commands to the central gateway.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Handheld Touchpanel Control Custom touchpanel versatility is afforded through a brilliant 2.8” (72 mm) active matrix touchscreen displaying stunning 16-bit color. Onboard graphics and dynamic text capability enable the display of all kinds of useful data, from channel preset icons, to room temperature and lighting levels, to digital media playlists complete with metadata.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Applications The following diagram illustrates a MTX-3 touchpanel in a system with other infiNET EX devices. MTX-3 in a Simple Network 4 • Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel: MTX-3 Operations Guide – DOC.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Specifications Specifications for the MTX-3 are listed in the following table. MTX-3 Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Touchscreen Display Display Type Transmissive TFT active matrix color LCD Size 2.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 MTX-3 Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION DETAILS 3 Power Requirements Power Pack (included) 1.2 Amps @ 5 Volts DC; 100-240 Volts AC, 50-60 Hz Default RF ID 09 Minimum 2-Series Control System Update File4, 5 Version 3.155.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your MTX-3. MTX-3 Physical View (Shown on MTX-3-DS Docking Station/Charger) Operations Guide – DOC. 7066B Isys™ 2.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 MTX-3 Overall Dimensions (Front and Side Views) 1 1.04 in (27 mm) 2.07 in (53 mm) 2 3 2.64 in (67 mm) 4 5 7 6 7.94 in (202 mm) 8 5 2.55 in (65 mm) 9 8 • Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel: MTX-3 Operations Guide – DOC.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel MTX-3-DS Docking Station/Charger Dimensions (Top, Rear, Bottom and Side Views) 2.99 in (76 mm) 1.23 in (32 mm) 6.34 in (161 mm) From (included) DC Power Pack Connectors, Controls & Indicators Operations Guide – DOC.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Setup Identity Code Every MTX-3 touchpanel communicating via RF with a control system through a CEN-RFGW-EX gateway requires a unique RF ID. The RF ID is a two-digit hexadecimal number that can range from 09 to 0E. The RF ID of the unit, set using the internal setup menu (refer to “RF Setup” which starts on page 14) or in Crestron Toolbox™, must match the RF ID specified in the SIMPL™ Windows program.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel TPMC-3X-BTP in Battery Compartment of MTX-3 5. Re-attach the battery compartment cover. Power To charge its internal battery pack, the MTX-3 must be placed on the included MTX-3-DS docking station/charger. Connect the included power pack to the MTX-3-DS docking station/charger. NOTE: Before using the MTX-3 for the first time, charge its internal battery for at least two hours by placing on the MTX-3-DS docking station/charger.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 NOTE: The MTX-3 can become unresponsive when battery strength is low. Battery Calibration For optimum performance after shipping or any time the unit’s power has been off for an extended period of time, Crestron recommends the following procedure be performed: 1. Place the unit on its docking station/charger and connect AC power. 2. Allow the unit to charge completely. (The green LED should be steady on for 15 minutes.) 3.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Configuring the Touchpanel When power is applied to the unit for the first time, the following screen appears. Initial Opening Screen Touch the screen to display the “Panel Setup Options” screen. “Panel Setup Options” Screen The “Panel Setup Options” screen enables basic configuration procedures prior to regular operation of the touchpanel. NOTE: During regular operation of the touchpanel, there are two ways to activate the setup functions: 1.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Indicators The top of the setup screen contains the system bar, which includes bar graph indicators for battery strength and RF signal strength. Panel Setup Options These setup options control the basic operation of the MTX-3 and are discussed in subsequent paragraphs.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel “Confirm Acquire” Screen 3. Touch YES, Acquire New Gateway to begin the process. The “RF Gateway Acquisition In Progress” screen will be displayed, as shown in the illustration below. “RF Gateway Acquisition In Progress” Screen 4. Operations Guide – DOC. 7066B When the acquire process is complete, the “RF Setup” screen will show the gateways EUID, the channel number and RF ID, as shown in the illustration that follows. Isys™ 2.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 “RF Setup” Screen (After Acquire) 5. Take the CEN-RFGW-EX out of the Acquire mode by pressing its ACQUIRE button. Audio Setup From the “Panel Setup Options” screen, touch Audio Setup to display the “Audio Settings” screen, with controls for Master Volume and Mute as well as buttons providing access to the Key Click Settings and Wav Settings screens. Touch Back to return to the “Panel Setup Options” screen. “Audio Settings” Screen 16 • Isys™ 2.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Key Click Settings Touch Key Click Settings to display the “Key Click Settings” screen, which has controls for Key Click Volume and Mute, as well as controls to turn the key click sound that occurs when the panel is docked on or off. Touch Back to return to the “Audio Settings” screen.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Standby Setup From the “Panel Setup Options” screen, touch Standby Setup to display the “Standby Timeouts” screen, which has controls for adjusting standby timeout when the MTX-3 is docked and undocked, as well as a Power Off timeout when the touchpanel is undocked. Touch Back to return to the “Panel Setup Options” screen. NOTE: A USB connection to a powered PC, as used to load projects, will keep the unit awake and prevent it from going into standby.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Keypad Test Touch Keypad Test to view the “Keypad Test” screen. Pressing the corresponding button on the MTX-3 will cause its likeness on the screen to light up. Touch Back to return to the “Diagnostics” screen. “Keypad Test” Screen Touch Test From the “Diagnostics” screen, the Touch Test button takes you to a screen for calibrating the MTX-3 touchscreen. Touch Calibrate to begin screen calibration.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Battery Diags From the “Diagnostics” screen, touch Battery Diags to display the “Battery Diagnostics” screen. This screen displays the battery’s state (e.g. charging), level (in percent), amount of current remaining and amount of voltage remaining. In addition, it contains controls to Reset Battery Gauge and Recondition Battery. Touch Back to return to the “Diagnostics” screen.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Touch Recondition Battery to drain and recondition the MTX-3’s battery. The “Confirm Recondition” screen will appear. “Confirm Recondition” Screen Touch YES, Recondition Battery to start the process. The “Battery Reconditioning” screen will appear. “Battery Reconditioning” Screen System Msgs Enabled From the main setup screen, touch System Msgs Enabled to toggle the display of system messages on and off.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Brightness Options These setup options control the appearance of the MTX-3. LCD Settings From the “Panel Setup Options” screen, touch LCD Settings to enter the “Display Settings” screen, with controls for screen brightness when the MTX-3 is docked and when it is undocked. Lower brightness settings extend battery life. This screen also allows you to turn the Hardkey Wakes LCD option On or Off.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel “Keypad Settings” Screen Save & Exit From the “Panel Setup Options” screen, touch Save & Exit to save any setup changes you have made and exit to normal operation mode. General Use and Safety CAUTION: To avoid possible damage to the unit, do not use the touchpanel in the rain or expose to unnecessary moisture. Recommended Cleaning Keep the surface of the touchscreen free of dirt, dust or other materials that could degrade optical properties.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 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 Web site. 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.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Locating the CEN-RFGW-EX in the Device Library Locating the MTX-3 in the Device Library Operations Guide – DOC. 7066B Isys™ 2.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate slot with an RF ID as shown in the following illustration. C2Net Device, Slot 8 2. If additional MTX-3 devices are to be added, repeat step 1 for each device. Each MTX-3 is assigned a different RF ID number as it is added. 3. If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window and change the RF ID, as shown in the following illustration.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel “Device Settings: Crestron MTX-3” Window NOTE: The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the RF ID of each unit. Refer to “Identity Code” on page 10. 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.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 and extensive help information provided with the software. Also refer to the help file in VT Pro-e to learn how to use its audio tool, Sound Manager, to attach WAV files to a touchpanel project. Pre-recorded WAV files for voice prompts and responses are available from Crestron. These files can be stored into and programmed for use in the touchpanel directly or may be edited with the Sound Recorder.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Relationship of Bits to Colors NUMBER OF BITS 1 bit NUMBER OF COLORS Black and White 2 bits 4 Colors 4 bits 16 Colors 8 bits 256 Colors 16 bits 65,536 Colors (Highcolor) 24 bits 16.7 million Colors (Truecolor) 32 bits 16.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Push Button Programming The buttons can be programmed to access any frequently used command. Refer to the following illustration for their default join numbers. A description for each button signal is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1).
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Of course you can always use the workaround of showing a graphic that displays the string but it is not dynamic. To compile and use multibyte characters it is essential that the operating system understand the language. Windows XP, Vista and 7 are available in many international languages and add-on software is available for other versions of Windows. Operations Guide – DOC. 7066B Isys™ 2.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 Uploading and Upgrading The installer should use the latest programming software and ensure 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).
Crestron MTX-3 USB Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel NOTE: Required for loading projects and firmware. USB Communication PC Running Crestron Toolbox USB MTX-3 The COMPUTER port on the MTX-3 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).
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 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. MTX-3 Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Touchpanel does not turn on. Battery was not charged or is discharged. Place the MTX-3 on the docking station/charger and charge the battery using the provided power supply.
Crestron MTX-3 Isys™ 2.8” Handheld WirelessTouchpanel Further Inquiries If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products.
Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 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”).
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Isys™ 2.8” Handheld Wireless Touchpanel Crestron MTX-3 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 Guide – DOC. 7066B (2028767) 12.10 Specifications subject to change without notice.
