Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Operations & Installation Guide
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Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Contents Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel: TPS-ENET 1 Introduction......................................................................................1 Features and Functions ..........................................................1 Specifications.........................................................................2 Connector Specifications.......................................................3 Physical Description .............................
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel: TPS-ENET Introduction Features and Functions The TPS-ENET Ethernet card is an optional feature designed for Crestron’s Isys® TPS-5000 and TPS-6000 tilt touchpanels. The card provides communication via Ethernet/local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) to any Crestron® Internet protocol (IP) control device.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET Specifications The table below provides specifications for the TPS-ENET. Specifications of the TPS-ENET SPECIFICATION Power Requirements DETAILS 4 Watts (0.167 Amps @ 24 VDC) 1, 2, 3 Control System Update Files 2-Series Control System Update CNMSX-AV/Pro Update File (.upz) CNRACKX/-DP Update File (.upz) CEN/CN-TVAV Update File (.upz) Acceptable file extension: .csf Network Type Protocols Default IP Ports LED Indicators Dimensions & Weight 1. 2. 3.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Connector Specifications Connector Specifications of the TPS-ENET PORT TYPE SIGNAL(S) Touchpanel 40-pin connector Interface LAN (8-wire Pin 1 RJ45) Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Various TD+ TDRD+ Connected to pin 5 Connected to pin 4 RDConnected to pin 8 Connected to pin 7 RJ 45 Pinouts 1 8 Top Front 1 8 NOTE: To determine which is pin 1 on the cable, hold the cable so that the end of the eight pin modular jack is facing away from you
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET TPS-ENET Physical Views TPS-ENET Side View 0.631 in 1.603 cm Touchpanel connector TPS-ENET Top View 5.750 in 14.605 cm 1.125 in 2.858 cm 4 • Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel: TPS-ENET Operations & Installation Guide - DOC.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Touchpanel LAN Port (for reference only) LINK STATUS LED (GREEN) RGB ETHERNET ACTIVITY LED (YELLOW) NET/VIDEO LAN 8 24VDC 2.0A 1 Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-ENET has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET NOTE: If the angle of the touchscreen needs to be adjusted, refer to the latest revision of the TPS-5000 or TPS-6000 Operations Guide (Doc. 5863 or 5864, respectively) for instructions of how to use the touchpanel position lock buttons. The latest version of the appropriate Operations Guide can be obtained from the Downloads | Product Manuals section of Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com).
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel 7. Place the touchpanel upright on the work surface. 8. As shown on the below, remove the touchpanel base cover by raising it upwards and rearward. Remove Touchpanel Base Cover 9. As shown on next page, align the pins on the touchpanel interface connector of the TPS-ENET with the touchpanel motherboard connector. DO NOT force pins into connector. Press TPS-ENET until pins are fully seated.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET Install TPS-ENET 10. Refer to the diagram below. Install the two card mounting screws (supplied), tighten to finger-tight then, using a #1 Philips screwdriver, tighten an additional 1/8-turn. Install TPS-ENET Mounting Screws 11. Position the touchpanel base cover on the base. 8 • Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel: TPS-ENET Operations & Installation Guide - DOC.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel 12. Hold the touchpanel base cover in place and position the touchpanel face down onto a padded surface to prevent scratching of the screen. 13. Re-install the eight base cover screws to finger-tight then, using a #1 Philips screwdriver, tighten an additional 1/8-turn. 14. Refer to the diagram below and attach an appropriate cable (not supplied) to the LAN port as shown. NOTE: For Ethernet connections, refer to table on page 3.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET Communication via RS-232 Port Prior to completing the following steps, make sure the communication cable (STCP-502, from Crestron Cable Database) is properly connected to the RS-232 port of the touchpanel and the PC COM port. 1. Make sure that no programs accessing the COM port of the PC are running. 2. Select Start | Programs | Crestron | SIMPL Windows to start SIMPL Windows. 3.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Accessing the “Port Settings” Window 6. Select the appropriate connection type. Verify that RS-232 and an available COM port (COM 1 is shown on the next page) is selected. Verify that the Viewport settings match the RS-232 Menu of the configured touchpanel. If not, the Viewport settings can be modified to match the touchpanel settings or the touchpanel settings can be modified to match the Viewport.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET “Port Settings” Window 7. Click on the OK button to close the box. Establish Remote Console Connection Instead of communicating by plugging into each touchpanel in a large installation via RS-232 to upload programs/firmware/etc., the console of the touchpanel can be accessed from the control system to which it is a peripheral. Complete the following steps to establish communication with the touchpanel using a remoter console connection.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Accessing the Viewport 4. Refer to the documentation supplied with the host control system and verify communication. 5. As shown below, select Remote | Remote Console | Connect from the menu. Viewport Remote Console Connect 6. From the window, select the appropriate NET ID of the touchpanel. 7. Observe the Viewport connect to the touchpanel.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET NOTE: Console command help is accessed several ways. Typing “?” displays the help main menu, “help” displays a description of the help system, and typing “help all” displays all console commands with detailed descriptions and other relevant information. Help for individual commands is available by type the command followed by a “?”, (i.e. ADDMASTER ?). NOTE: To enable the keystroke echo in the console, press “ENTER” or “RETURN” as the first keystroke.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel network is 255.255.255.0. The TPS panel would need the commands listed on the next page typed in at the console and then rebooted. NOTE: A TPS touchpanel can communicate with up to 252 masters (control systems). ADDMASTER 05 192.168.0.1 Adds control system IP address to touchpanel IP table. DEFROUTER 0.0.0.0 Sets router IP address on the system. IPADDRESS 192.168.0.2 Sets touchpanel IP address. IPMASK 255.255.255.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel 2. Crestron TPS-ENET As shown on below, enter the IP address of the configured touchpanel and select the Connect button. “Crestron Viewport TCP/IP Connect” Window 3. If a password had been set for the touchpanel, an access password is required to connect. NOTE: To set a password, use Functions | Set TCP/IP Console Password in Viewport. The “Enter New Password” window appears and prompts the user to enter and verify a password.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel tool is proportional to the degree of programming expertise (i.e., the more flexible, the more a programmer needs to know and account for). Of course, one can initiate programming using the easiest method (Crestron AppBuilder) and use advanced techniques that are available from SIMPL Windows to customize the job. The following are recommended software version requirements for the PC: • SIMPL Windows version 2.01.06 or later.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET Programming with SIMPL Windows NOTE: The following assumes that the reader has knowledge of SIMPL Windows. If not, refer to the extensive help information provided with the software. NOTE: In the following description, the PRO2 control system is used. SIMPL Windows is Crestron's software for programming Crestron control systems. It provides a well-designed graphical environment with a number of workspaces (i.e.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Expanded PRO2 System Tree C2Z Card Slot in Configuration Manager The C2Z Card Slot can accept a C2ENET card. Once a C2ENET card is configured in a C2Z Card Slot, the slot allows Ethernet communication between the TPS touchpanel and the control system.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET TPS-6000 w/TPS-ENET NOTE: SIMPL Windows automatically changes the IP ID values of a device added to a program if a duplicate device or a device with the same default IP ID already exists in the program. Always ensure that the network device IP IDs set via Viewport match the ones in your SIMPL Windows program.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Problem Solving Troubleshooting The table below provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. TPS-ENET Troubleshooting POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) TROUBLE CORRECTIVE ACTION Communications Improper Ethernet via the LAN port connection (IEC). is not functioning. Incorrect firmware/software. Incorrect touchpanel selected in SIMPL Windows.
Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel Crestron TPS-ENET 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 the Crestron corporate headquarters at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. For assistance in your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website (www.crestron.com) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices.
Crestron TPS-ENET Ethernet Card for TPS/Tilt Panel 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 the factory and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying the nature of the problem, name and phone number of contact person, RMA number, and return address. 2.
Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 www.crestron.com Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 6016 08.02 Specifications subject to change without notice.
