User Guide

Crestron C2N-MNETGW infiNET™ Gateway/Transceiver
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: Refer to “Crestron Toolbox” on page 9 for important
information regarding compatible versions of Crestron Toolbox and
Viewport.
The following sections define how one would upload a SIMPL Windows
program to the control system and upgrade the firmware of the
C2N-MNETGW. However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is
necessary to establish communications between the PC and the
C2N-MNETGW.
Establishing Communications
The procedure in this section provides details for RS-232 communication
between a PC and the C2N-MNETGW via the control system. This
method can be used to communicate with the control system directly and
with a C2N-MNETGW via the control system’s Cresnet connection. If
TCP/IP communication is preferred, consult the latest version of the
Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc. 6052) or the respective
Operations Guide for the control system. These documents are available
from the Crestron website. Refer to the following figure for a typical
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