Specifications

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or numbers in separate strings. Crestron is scheduling time to fix this in the near
future and the release notes for SIMPL Windows will mention it.
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 is available in many
international languages, and add-on software is available for other versions of
Windows.
Uploading and Upgrading
NOTE: Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each
device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released
features. Please check the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/updates
) for
the latest versions of software and firmware. New users are required to register to
obtain access to this site.
Assuming a PC is properly connected to the entire system, Crestron programming
software allows the programmer to upload programs, projects and firmware to the
system and touchpanels after their development. However, there are times when the
files for the program and projects are compiled and not uploaded. Instead, compiled
files may be distributed from programmers to installers, from Crestron to dealers,
etc. Even firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new features
are developed after product releases. In those instances, one has the option to upload
via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox.
NOTE: The Crestron Toolbox (replacement for Crestron Viewport, you may
continue to use Viewport if desired) is a broad-based software package that
accomplishes multiple system tasks, primarily using an RS-232 or TCP/IP
connection between a PC and one or more Crestron control systems.
The following sections define how to upload a SIMPL Windows program, VT Pro-e
project, or upgrade touchpanel firmware. However, before attempting to upload or
upgrade, it is necessary to establish communications between the PC and the
touchpanel.
Establishing Communications
When communicating with a touchpanel from a PC, one of three communication
methods can be used.
• Indirect RS-232 serial communication via control system
• Direct RS-232 serial communication
• TCP/IP communication
Indirect Serial Communication via Control System
The procedure in this section provides details for RS-232 communication between
the PC and the touchpanel via the control system. This method can be used to
communicate with the control system directly and with a touchpanel via the control
system’s Cresnet connection.
Refer to the following figure for a typical connection diagram connecting to a
touchpanel via a control system.
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