Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Operations Guide
This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON WARNING: The WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote has been tested and found to be waterproof when submerged to a maximum depth of 1 meter, and for a maximum duration of 30 minutes, per IEC 60529 IPX7 standards. Exceeding these limits may result in damage to the equipment, possible personal injury, and void the product warranty.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Contents Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote: WPR-48 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1 Specifications ..............................................................................................................
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote: WPR-48 Introduction Features and Functions The Crestron® WPR-48 waterproof wireless handheld remote can be configured to transmit either RF or IR signals, making it perfect for controlling music, television, lighting and more. The unit is safe to use in the shower or hot tub. The rubberized, immersible case is easy to grip, and will not slip from moist hands.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 Specifications The following table provides a summary of specifications for the WPR-48. Specifications of the WPR-48 SPECIFICATION Power Requirements DETAILS 3.6 VDC Lithium-Ion battery, 750 mAh Usage per charge: up to 5 hours (backlight On continuous); up to 4 weeks (typical home use) Charging time: 1.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote with Lanyard and Customized Button Labels, Mounted in Docking Station Operations Guide – DOC.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 WPR-48 Physical Views. Connectors The only connectors on the WPR-48 are the two contacts on the back panel. These contacts are used for charging the long-life lithium-ion battery when the unit is placed in the WPR-DS docking station. These contacts are also used when configuring the unit and when firmware is uploaded via the docking station.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, this unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling (N11785). NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 ID and IR ID settings are 10. The RF/IR ID of the unit and the RF/IR ID specified for it in the SIMPL Windows program must match. There are 256 possible two-digit hexadecimal codes ranging from 00 to FF. Refer to the note on page 18 for a definition of Viewport. To configure the WPR-48 through Viewport, the following items are required • PC running Crestron’s Viewport utility, version 3.99.01 or later.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote “Function | Configure WPR-48” Window 3. Operations Guide – DOC. 6254A The Viewport first displays a “WPR-48 COM Port” window that lets you select the appropriate port. Viewport then displays the “WPR48 Configuration” window, as shown following this step. The configuration window lets you define how the WPR-48 will function. The settings are not transferred to the device until that instruction is given.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 “WPR48 Configuration” Window 4. Select one of the “Load . .” buttons to display either the default configuration values, the current values stored in the WPR-48 in the docking station, or the values saved in a file on the PC. When you select the Load From File button, the Viewport displays an “Open” window that allows you to browse to find the desired file.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote 6. Specify the RF or the IR gateway compatibility options that apply to your Cresnet system. For an RF configuration, you can also specify the RF power level as a percentage from 1% to 100%. 7. As you select the number of buttons that will be used in your configuration, note the limitations stated on the screen. 8.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote LEFT PRESS VALUE [0] Crestron WPR-48 BUTTON RIGHT PRESS VALUE 1 [1] [2] Set IR ID 2 [3] Set RF ID [4] 3 [5] [6] 4 [7] [8] 5 [9] [A] 6 [B] [C] 7 [D] [E] 8 [F] To enter the ID number, (two hexadecimal numbers), press the corresponding buttons, such as [6] [B]. The page LEDs then go out indicating that the ID has been set. User-Printable Customized Button Labels Use the Crestron Engraver software package, Version 2.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron Engraver Software Button Legend Entry Screen Operations Guide – DOC. 6254A 2. Double click the desired entry field (there are two fields on each side of each button location except the bottom button). The “Enter Text Area Label” window appears as shown in the following illustration. 3. The label is tapered at the top and bottom.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 4. Once you have entered all the desired button legends, save the file and print the file. You can use any paper from 20-pound bond to 100-pound card stock. Maximum paper thickness is 0.013 in (0.03 cm). Cut out the labels, cutting just inside the lines that define the label area. 5. To install the labels, refer to the “Installing/Replacing Button Labels” procedure, which follows.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote 3. Place the button labels in position, face down, and carefully assemble the rear cover to the button faceplate, making certain the gasket is properly seated. Use two or three screws to hold the assembly together and turn the unit over to verify that the button labels are properly positioned and can be easily seen.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 Programming the WPR-48 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 website (www.crestron.com). Go to http://support.crestron.com to post your own question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support. First-time users will need to establish a user account.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote PRO2 System View The System Views lower pane displays the PRO2 system tree. This tree can be expanded to display and configure the communications ports. Expanded PRO2 System Tree C2Net-Device Slot in Configuration Manager An RF gateway device is required to incorporate a wireless RF transmitter into a Cresnet system.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 “Device Settings” Window for the CNRFGWA Drag the WPR-48 from the Wireless Remotes | Wireless Remotes (RF) folder of the Device Library and drop it on the CNRFGWA symbol in System Views. The CNRFGWA displays the WPR-48 at the transmitter’s default RF ID location, “10,” as shown in the PRO2 system tree illustration.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote WPR-48 Symbol in Programming Manager Programming Manager is where programmers “program” a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols. The following diagram shows the symbol in the SIMPL Windows’ Programming Manager for the WPR-48 (RF). The symbols for both the RF configuration and the IR configuration are functionally identical.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 27-button mode In 27-button mode, the pushbuttons can trigger up to three functions depending on where it is pressed. In this configuration the WPR-48 is programmable using the 27 <_Pg1> digital presses that correspond to buttons 1 through 9, left, right and center. 18-button mode In 18-button mode, each of the nine pushbuttons can trigger up to two functions, depending on whether the button is pressed on the left or right side.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Results may vary, depending on the computer being used. Other models, even from the same manufacturer, may not yield the same results. The procedure in this section provides details for RS-232 communication between the PC and the WPR-48. Refer to the figure below for a typical connection diagram when upgrading firmware. NOTE: Use an RS-232 cable (RJ-11 – DB-9) to connect the WPR-DS docking station to the serial port of the PC.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 “Port Settings” Window 4. Proceed to “Firmware Upgrade” which follows. Firmware Upgrade A firmware upgrade file has the extension .upg Firmware upgrade files can be obtained from the Downloads | Software Updates | Touchpanels section of Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com). To upgrade the WPR-48 firmware, complete the following steps. 1. Make sure that “Communication Settings” that begins on page 18 has been performed. 2.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Select Firmware File 6. If the transfer is successful, the Viewport screen displays a message similar to CNWPR [v0.3]. If the transfer is unsuccessful, the screen will again display the bootloader message CNWPR Bootloader (v8.3). 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.
Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote Crestron WPR-48 Further Inquiries If, after reviewing this Operations Guide, you cannot locate specific information or have questions, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team in your area. Dial one of the following numbers. • In the US and Canada, call Crestron's corporate headquarters at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. • In Europe, call Crestron International at +32-15-50-99-50. • In Asia, call Crestron Asia at +852-2341-2016.
Crestron WPR-48 Waterproof Wireless Handheld Remote 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 Guide – DOC. 6254A 10.04 Specifications subject to change without notice.
