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Regulatory Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the TPMC-8T-GA has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Contents 8.4” TableTop WiF Touch Screen: TPMC-8T-GA 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Specifications ..............................................................................................................
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen 8.4” TableTop WiF Touch Screen: TPMC-8T-GA Introduction The TPMC-8T-GA from Crestron® is a compact tabletop touch screen controller offering enhanced 2-way wireless or wired performance, onboard multimedia and web browsing, high performance H.264 video, Rava® SIP Intercom, audio feedback and advanced Smart Graphics™. Its brilliant 8.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Features and Functions (Continued) • • • • Stylus with built-in storage slot On-screen mouse and keyboard capability USB ports for external mouse and keyboard* Intelligent power management for “wake on touch” Advanced Touch Screen Control A Crestron touch screen offers an ideal user interface for controlling all the technology in a home, boardroom, classroom, courtroom or command center.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Streaming Video Streaming video capability makes it possible to view security cameras and other video sources over the wired or wireless network right on the touch screen display. Native support for H.264 and MJPEG formats allows the TPMC-8T-GA to display live video images from IP cameras and servers such as the Crestron CEN-NVS200 Network Video Streamer (sold separately).
.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Tactile Controls The integrated 5-way thumbpad and up/down arrow buttons afford quick access and tactile response for controlling functions such as volume adjustment, channel selection, on-screen menu navigation and even pan/tilt/zoom camera control. Four additional “hard key” buttons are positioned below the touch screen, programmable for functions that can change right along with the virtual controls on the touch screen.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Specifications Specifications for the TPMC-8T-GA are listed in the following table. TPMC-8T-GA Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Touch Screen Display Display Type TFT active matrix color LCD Size 8.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen TPMC-8T-GA Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION DETAILS Wired Communication Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, auto-switching, auto-negotiating, auto-discovery, full/half duplex, DHCP USB USB 2.0 host for mouse, keyboard and USB storage devices Video Streaming/File Formats H.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen 2. By design, the touch screen does not load dynamic graphics if they are located on a password protected FTP or HTTP server. 3. Refer to website or contact Crestron for a current list of compatible devices and embedded applications. To ensure reliable performance, new device drivers and applications are available only from Crestron through firmware updates. 4. The supported VNC viewer is UltraVNC version 1.0.2.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on the TPMC-8T-GA. TPMC-8T-GA Physical View 8 • 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen: TPMC-8T-GA Operations Guide – DOC.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen TPMC-8T-GA Overall Dimensions (Top, Front and Rear Views) 1 2 3 4 9.69 in (246 mm) 5 6.21 in (158 mm) 6 Rear view of base with cover removed 7 Operations Guide – DOC. 7262F 8 9 8.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen TPMC-8T-GA Overall Dimensions (Left and Right Side Views) 1.08 in (28 mm) 8.16 in (207 mm) 8.05 in (205 mm) 10 9 2.95 in (75 mm) 7.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Connectors, Controls, and Indicators (Continued) # 8 CONNECTORS, CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS LAN Green LED Pin 8 9 Yellow LED Pin 1 USB 4 3 2 1 DESCRIPTION (1) 8-wire RJ-45 with two LED indicators; 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet port; Green LED indicates link status; Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 2 3 4 TX + TX RC+ N/C 5 6 7 8 N/C RC N/C N/C (3) USB Type A female; USB 2.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Setup Network Wiring Unlike other Crestron network devices, the TPMC-8T-GA does not use Cresnet for communications between the device and the control system. The TPMC-8T-GA requires the use of a high-speed Ethernet connection for control system communications. For general information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system, refer to the latest version of the Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc. 6052) at www.crestron.com/manuals.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Configuring the Touch Screen NOTE: The only connection required to configure the touch screen is power (supplied from the included power pack). The TPMC-8T-GA is configured from the setup menu. NOTE: If no project has been loaded or if an invalid project has been loaded, the touch screen displays the startup splash screen. If a project is running, the setup menu can be accessed using one of three methods.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Via Crestron Toolbox Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 1. Establish communication with the touch screen (refer to “Establishing Communication” on page 37 for details). 2. From the System Info page, select Functions > Setup Mode…. Setup Mode Window 3. Select Enter Setup Mode. The setup menu opens as shown in the following diagram. NOTE: Select Exit Setup Mode to exit the setup menu.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen The setup menu provides access to all basic functions and parameters. It is divided into Setup, Ethernet, Battery, Standby, Power Down, WiFi Status, and Docking Station Status sections. There are also buttons for Save & Reboot, Shut Down and Exit. NOTE: The Battery and Power Down sections of the setup menu are not applicable to the TPMC-8T-GA and are not used.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Touch Setup Connections… to open the Network Connections window. This window is used to map to a network drive. A mapped network drive permits easy access to embedded application files (for example, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and provides a location to save files. To further customize the installation, network drives containing compiled touch screen project files can also be mapped. Network Connections Window To add a new network connection, touch Add.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Once all changes to network connections have been completed, touch OK to return to the Security Setup window. The Certificates button can be used to install or uninstall certificates used for server or user authentication when making a secure connection (for example, to a secured wireless access point).
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA NOTE: When selecting Browse, the contents of the Recent folder are not available. NOTE: Projects can also be loaded via Crestron Toolbox. NOTE: If External is checked, the display list cannot be viewed via Crestron Toolbox. Project and Firmware Window (Project Tab) The Firmware tab of the Project and Firmware window (refer to illustration on the following page) displays the Current Loaded Firmware and also has a Load New Firmware section.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Project and Firmware Window (Firmware Tab) Audio The Audio button opens the Audio Setup window. Volume, balance, and mute controls are available for All Audio and Wave Out. In addition to volume and mute controls, Microphone In includes a Boost checkbox, which applies a 20 dB boost to the level of the microphone input. The key click sound can be enabled or disabled with the Key Click On and Off radio buttons.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Embed Apps (Embedded Applications) The Embed Apps button opens a window that permits setting Internet security to different levels for different types of Internet sites. Embedded Apps Window Three security levels (High, Medium and Low) can be selected for each of the three zones (Internet, Local Intranet, and Trusted Sites). The security levels are defined as: • High: The safest way to browse, but also the least functional.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen A list of trusted sites can be created and edited by touching Add/Remove Trusted Sites. Touching this button opens the Trusted Sites window. From here, trusted sites can be added and edited. Sites are listed by domain name or IP address. Once all sites have been entered, touch Close. Trusted Sites Window NOTE: Save & Reboot on the setup menu must be selected for Embedded Apps changes to take effect.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Screen Brightness Touching Screen Brightness displays a screen with Up and Down controls for Screen Brightness, a Light Sensor level indicator and On and Off controls for Auto Brightness. Screen Brightness can be varied from 0 to 100. To increase brightness, touch Up. To decrease brightness, touch Down. Lower brightness settings extend battery life. Touch Close to return to the setup menu. Screen Brightness Screen 22 • 8.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Hard Buttons Touching Hard Buttons displays a screen that provides visual feedback for all button presses. Pressing hard keys 2 through 4, the up or down buttons or any of the buttons on the 5-way thumbpad results in its corresponding number on the screen illuminating in yellow. By default, hard key number 1 toggles the on-screen keyboard on and off. However, this can be disabled using the Keyboard button on the Hard Buttons screen.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Keyboard Touch Keyboard to display the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard can be used in an identical manner to a physically connected keyboard. It can be used in any of the embedded applications, for example, to enter a URL for a website or to enter data into a spreadsheet. On-Screen Keyboard The on-screen keyboard also has a few special keys: Touch the that follows.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen From either the numeric or the symbol keyboard, touch the return to the alpha keyboard. key to The initial position of the on-screen keyboard is determined by the VT Pro-e program or Crestron Studio or SIMPL Windows settings. The on-screen keyboard defaults to its largest size. When the on-screen keyboard is moved or resized and then closed, it re-opens at the same position and size it was when closed.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Message Configurations Properties Window (Popup Messages Tab) To configure the appearance of popup messages, touch the Popup Messages tab. NOTE: The Passcode Messages tab in the Message Configurations Properties window is not applicable to the TPMC-8T-GA and is not used. There are various popup messages. The button associated with each type (Network and Battery) allows setting which types are displayed. There are three types of network popup messages.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Ethernet Details The Ethernet portion of the setup menu allows configuration of the touch screen settings for Ethernet communications.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA NOTE: When the wired LAN connection on the TPMC-8T-GA is used, the touch screen auto-switches to wired Ethernet communications. When the connection is not used, the TPMC-8T-GA seamlessly switches over to Wi-Fi. NOTE: Refer to the Crestron website (www.crestron.com), Online Help Answer ID 4628, for information on how Windows® switches between wired Ethernet communications and Wi-Fi.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen NOTE: In order to configure the wireless network using the following procedures, make sure the Use Window to configure my wireless network settings checkbox is checked. If using the TPMC-8X-GA Security Pack, make sure this is not checked. NOTE: The link at the bottom of the window, which says “Learn about setting up a wireless network configuration” is not supported at this time.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Second Wireless Network Connection Window 4. Enter the Network key and confirm the network key by entering it a second time when the Confirm network key field becomes enabled. 5. Touch Connect. NOTE: The Wireless Network Setup Wizard creates a network with the Network Authentication value set to Open and Data Encryption set to WEP.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen 4. Enter and confirm the Network key. 5. Touch OK. After the wireless network has been configured, either by the wizard or manually, the network name appears in the Preferred networks box in the Wireless Network Connection Properties window (refer to illustration on page 28). To delete a network from the list, select the network, then touch Remove.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is a set of protocols that defines how to transfer data between two computers. TCP monitors and ensures correct transfer of data. IP receives the data from TCP, breaks it up into packets, and ships it off to a network. The IP address is a unique number consisting of four parts separated by dots, for example, 165.113.245.2.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen IP Table Touch IP Table on the setup menu to open the IP Table Setup window. Edit, remove or enter a control system’s IP address in the IP table to enable communication between the touch screen and a control system. The touch screen can communicate with multiple control systems. For more information on IP tables, refer to the latest version of the Crestron 3-Series® Control Systems Reference Guide (Doc. 7150) at www.crestron.com/manuals.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA NOTE: The hostname is required for Ethernet communication. Sharing Touch Sharing to open the Configure Shared Folders window. This window is used to set up shared folders. Sharing enables remote computers to view or modify files stored on the touch screen. Configure Shared Folders Window Touch Add New Share to browse and add directories with permission to read only or read/write. Touch Close after adding all folders to be shared.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen is communicating with a wireless access point (AP). SSID, BSSID, IP and MAC addresses are also shown. Docking Station Status Details In the Docking Station Status section of the setup menu, Link Status shows when the TPMC-8T-GA is connected to Ethernet. IP and MAC addresses are also shown. The other indicator and buttons are not applicable to the TPMC-8T-GA and are not used.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Hardware Connections for the TPMC-8T-GA (Rear View) Rear view of base with cover removed +12V: AC Power Pack (included) LAN: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet to LAN USB (2): From Keyboard or Other Wired Device CAUTION: Do not apply excessive pressure to the touch screen display during handling. Doing so can crack the screen and damage the touch screen. NOTE: The included power pack can be attached to either the side or the rear of the TPMC-8T-GA.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen 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 (or device).
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 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.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Operation Power Modes The TPMC-8T-GA has three power modes: On, Standby and Off. Refer to the following table for details. TPMC-8T-GA Power Modes POWER MODE * DETAILS On Normal operating mode. Initiated with power button on left side of touch screen. Standby Backlight is turned off to conserve power but Wi-Fi and processor are still on and hard buttons are still functional. Initiated with Standby function from the setup menu.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA listening to port 21 or 80. The only ports the system listens to are the ports registered to Crestron. 6. Virus from other machines on the network Since drives on the TPMC-8T-GA can be shared on the network, it is possible that a virus can write itself to files/folders on these shares. Our recommendation therefore is to share as "Read-Only," so that viruses cannot attach themselves to files on the TPMC-8T-GA. 7.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen 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. TPMC-8T-GA Troubleshooting TROUBLE Cannot upload VT Pro-e project or firmware from Toolbox via Wi-Fi. TPMC-8T-GA does not show feedback or does not control any devices. POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION TPMC-8T-GA is off or has no power.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen TPMC-8T-GA Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION TPMC-8T-GA does not show feedback or does not control any devices. (Continued) No IP address configured/obtained on the TPMC-8T-GA. Refer to “Ethernet Details” which starts on page 27 to define IP addresses. If the TPMC-8T-GA is set up to use DHCP (not recommended), use the WAP window box to verity the IP address provided.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Further Inquiries To locate specific information or resolve questions after reviewing this guide, contact Crestron's True Blue Support at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876] or, for assistance within a particular geographic region, refer to the listing of Crestron worldwide offices at www.crestron.com/offices. To post a question about Crestron products, log onto Crestron’s Online Help at www.crestron.com/onlinehelp.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Appendix: TPMC-8X-GA Security Pack In some situations, such as when the wireless access point is connected to a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) server, authentication is required before network access is granted. In order to gain access in this infrastructure, a username and password must be entered for verification by the server. To facilitate this, the TPMC-8X-GA Security Pack adds the Atheros Client configuration utility.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Atheros Client Utility Window (Profile Management Tab) NOTE: Leave the Disable WLAN if LAN is Connected box unchecked. Touch New to open the Profile Management window. Profile Management Window (General) Enter a name for the profile in Profile Name and the name of the wireless network in SSID1. Then, touch the Security tab. Operations Guide – DOC. 7262F 8.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Profile Management Window (Security) Select one of the Security Options. Depending on the choice, one of the drop down boxes to the right, either WPA/WPA2 EAP Type or 802.1x EAP Type, becomes enabled. Use the drop down box to make the selection, then touch Configure. Configure PEAP Window 46 • 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen: TPMC-8T-GA Operations Guide – DOC.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Selecting Validate Server Identity enables the Trusted Root Certification Authorities drop-down menu. Selecting Certificate in the When connecting, use section, enables the Select a Certificate drop-down menu. Fill in the User Name, Password and Confirm Password boxes, then touch Settings to open the Configure Advanced Settings window. Configure Advanced Settings Window Enter the Server of Domain Name and Login Name. Then, touch OK.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 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.
Crestron TPMC-8T-GA 8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen Microsoft Windows XP Embedded End User License Agreement • • • • • • • You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by Crestron Electronics from Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its affiliates (“MS”). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation (“SOFTWARE”), are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties.
8.4” TableTop WiFi Touch Screen • • • • • • • • • Crestron TPMC-8T-GA Maximum Number of Processors. The SOFTWARE may not be used by more than two (2) processors at any one time on the DEVICE. Remote Boot Feature. Your DEVICE may be enabled with a Remote Boot feature which includes Remote Boot Installation Services tool. You may use the Remote Boot Installation Services tool only to deploy the SOFTWARE to one or more DEVICEs on which you are licensed to run the SOFTWARE (i.e.
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