Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Contents Integrated Control System: CNMSX 1 Description................................................................................................................................. 1 Functional Description ................................................................................................ 1 Configuration Differences........................................................................................... 1 Physical Description...................
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Integrated Control System: CNMSX Description Functional Description The CNMSX is an integral part of Crestron’s new generation of control system technology featuring the newest series of Ethernet/local area network (LAN) compatible control systems.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX optional on the AV. Refer to the table below for a concise list of configuration features.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System CNMSX-PRO Rear Panel with Optional DPA Expansion Card and Rack Mounting Ears Installed CNMSX-AV Rear Panel with Optional DPA Expansion Card and Rack Mounting Ears Installed Rubber feet are supplied and can be attached to the base of the unit for stability and to prevent slippage when resting on a flat surface. The unit may also be rack mounted by attaching metal flanges, also known as ears (supplied), to each end.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX RELAY OUTPUT Relay Output Connector On the rear panel there are eight normally open, isolated relays. Each relay is rated 1A, 30 VAC/DC; MOV arc suppression is provided across contacts for use with “real world” loads. I/O I/O Connector On the rear panel there are eight software programmable analog and digital inputs as well as digital outputs. Digital outputs offer 250mA sync from maximum 24 VDC; catch diodes for use with “real world” loads.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System This may result in a conflict with some equipment and therefore do not use all nine pins. Only the required pins for each communication type should be connected. NOTE: To support RS-485, tie pin 1 (RXD-) to pin 9 (TXD-) and pin 4 (TXD+) to pin 6 (RXD+) in the cable (refer to table after this note, titled “COM Pinout to RS485 Bus”.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX CNMSX Indicators A number of indicators are provided on the front panel of the CNMSX. Refer to the description of each below. PWR This LED illuminates when the unit is connected to and receives power from an AC outlet. NET This LED illuminates when the central processing unit (CNXPU) is processing or communicating with system hardware (i.e., button pressed at local panel or network panel, data being sent out serial port, or permanent memory image being created).
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System COM CTS (A - F) These LEDs illuminate to reflect the state of CTS (A - F). An illuminated LED means that the CTS line is high. When CTS flow control is enabled, CTS indicates the serial devices on the respective COM ports are ready to accept data from the unit. IR - SERIAL (A - H) These LEDs illuminate during activity on respective IR/SERIAL lines.
Integrated Control System Menu Selection Buttons Crestron CNMSX MENU This menu selection button functions as a return and will eventually bring the screen display to the menu default state. This button scrolls the listed information UP. This button scrolls the listed information DOWN. BKLT This button adjusts the brightness of the LCD backlight and the front panel LEDs.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System TIME This menu can only be obtained by entering the correct access code. The default access code is 1234. Use the Viewport (Functions | Set CNX Front Panel Password) to assign a unique access code. The default Time Menu, shown after this paragraph, permits alterations to system date and time. Selecting a date/time parameter from the menu increments it by one.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX Leading Specifications of the CNMSX (Continued) SPECIFICATION LCD Display DETAILS (1) reverse mode (yellow on black) LCD back light; (2) lines, MaxDigitalSignals MaxAnalogSignals MaxNVRAM MaxProgramSize Dimensions & Weight (40) characters per line.3 16373 2048 64K 256K (no DPA card installed, CNXENET+ card installed, or CNXENET installed and its IP Address set to 0.0.0.0) 100K (CNXENET card installed with valid IP Address)4 Height: 3.47 in (8.81 cm) Width: 19.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System As of the date of manufacture, the unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting FASTEN WITH THE SAME (3) COVER SCREWS LEFT SIDE VIEW OF CNMSX-PRO/AV WITH OPTIONAL RACK MOUNTING EARS INSTALLED 4. Repeat procedure (steps 1 through 3) to attach remaining ear to opposite side. Bussing Strip Installation The CNMSX is supplied with a brass bussing strip to facilitate commoning (linking) of multiple terminal block connections.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Resistance Equation R < 40,000 L x PF Where: R = Resistance (refer to table below). L = Length of run (or chain) in feet. PF = Power factor of entire run (or chain). The required wire gauge should be chosen such that the resistance value is less than the value calculated in the resistance equation. Refer to the table after this paragraph. Wire Gauge Values RESISTANCE (R) WIRE GAUGE 4 16 6 18 10 20 15 22 13 Doubled CAT5 8.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX VDC, 140°F (60°C) minimum. Also, the cable must be rated to carry sufficient current for the loads. UL style 20251cable can be used to carry up to 2A when used in a dual power and dual ground configuration, as shown below.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Hookup Connections for CNMSX TO CONTROLLABLE DEVICES TO ANY STS OR CRESNET NETWORK DEVICE TO ETHERNET OR LOCAL AREA NETWORK (IF DPA EXPANSION CARD HAS BEEN INSTALLED) TO CNXIRP OR SERIAL DEVICES FROM DEVICE OUTPUTS - CONTACT CLOSURES - SOLID STATE CLOSURES TO ANY RS-232, -422, OR -485 DEVICE TO CONTROLLABLE DEVICES TO SERIAL PORT ON PC (ANOTHER DB9 CONNECTOR ON FRONT PANEL) TO OUTLET (POWER CORD SUPPLIED) Programming the LCD Display (available on CNMSX-PRO o
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX jumps or logic programming in SIMPL Windows that cause specific events to occur. These objects are initiated by pressing the function button that is associated with it. Default Front Panel Page Creating a Page with Front Panel Editor NOTE: The creation of a front panel page is discussed in this section. For more details, consult the SIMPL Windows help file. Search for Front Panel Editor. Assume that a page, as shown below, is required.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Editor simulate an actual CNMSX-PRO front panel. Click on the VCR function button to enable the simulated page jump. The display clears, because “Menu2 – VCR Control” has been named, but no objects have been added yet. An example VCR Control page, as shown below, has a text object that appears as a header on the top row of the display and objects that are control functions assigned to each function button.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX Object Types The sample discussed in the previous sections utilizes only one of the object types available from the “Edit Panel Object” dialog box, shown below. These object types are not new to Crestron programmers; the same types are available in VisionTools™ Pro-e. For a detailed description of these types refer to the VisionTools™ Pro-e help file. Use the glossary or search function to locate the information.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Before installing any tools, confirm that all applications such as Microsoft Office, etc. are closed. The website and CD provide instructions for installing the various development tools. When initiating a custom install from the CD, the user is presented with a list of the software programs, documentation, and other resources available on the CD-ROM.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX 3. Copy the supplied files into the folder created in the last step. The source of the file determines the procedure. From a floppy disk: Most floppy disks sent from Crestron contain a common directory structure designed to make it easier to organize files. Copy the entire contents of the disk(s) including the directory structure.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System "Import an Archived Program" Dialog Box The job may be copied to any folder or directory, and the User IR, Macro, and SIMPL+ files will be copied to the proper directories. If a version of SIMPL Windows lower than 1.30.01 is being used, copy the ZIP file into the job directory stated in step 1, then extract the files with a program called WinZip. Obtain a copy of this program from their website (www.winzip.com) on the internet.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX connection sheets or other supplied information to determine which directory corresponds to a given touchpanel. Ops Subdirectory - The files in this subdirectory contain the CNMSX operating system with which the program was tested. Ensure that the operating system version currently loaded is equal to or newer than the version included here, so that the program runs properly.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Usrmacro Subdirectory - The files in this subdirectory are user macros, or special sub-programs that are integral parts of the main program. These differ from Crestron macros in that the former are supplied as part of the development software. File Types in Usrmacro Subdirectory FILE TYPE DESCRIPTION .um2 This is the user macro backup file. .umc This is a user macro file. It is needed during the convert/compile process in order to properly compile the program.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX Obtaining Communications NOTE: If an optional CNX Ethernet expansion card is installed into the CNMSX, communications can be obtained over TCP/IP. The Operations & Installation Guide for the card explains how to load the required IP Table that contains the addresses of the Ethernet devices and set up the control system for Ethernet communications. Refer to the CNXENET or CNXENET+ Operations & Installation Guide (latest revision of Doc.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Accessing the “Port Settings” Dialog Box 7. Select the appropriate connection type (RS-232 for a PC connection through the COMPUTER port of the CNMSX or TCP/IP through the Ethernet via optional LAN/DPA port). Verify that the proper COM port is selected. Set the baud rate to 38400, the parity to None, the data bits to Eight, and the stop bits to One. Refer to the dialog box shown after this step for the remaining settings.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX 8. Select Diagnostics | Check Operating System Version (alternatively, depress the F5 key) from the Viewport. The Viewport may display a window as it scans various baud rates. Eventually, a message should appear in the Incoming section showing a version number. Such a response indicates that communications have been established. If a “No Communications with Rack” error message appears, proceed to "Troubleshooting Communications" on page 26. 9.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Accessing the Set Baud Rate Dialog Box 5b. Set the baud rate to 9600, as shown below. Changing the Baud Rate from the “Set Baud Rate” Dialog Box 5c. Set the CNMSX to 9600 baud. - Depress and hold the SW-R button on the CNMSX front panel. - Depress and release the HW-R button on the CNMSX front panel. - Wait until a message similar to the one below appears in the Viewport. Viewport Message Operations Guide - DOC.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX NOTE: If a computer is not hooked up, wait approximately three to four seconds. - Release the SW-R button. 5d. If the CNMSX responds, proceed to step 5e. Otherwise, do the following. - Remove power from the CNMSX. - Depress and hold the SW-R button on the CNMSX front panel. - Reapply power to the CNMSX. - Wait until a message similar to the one below appears in the Viewport.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System 5f. Remove power from the unit again and reapply power without holding the RESET button down. Wait a few seconds and perform step 7 in "Obtaining Communications" on page 24. NOTE: If after trying all these procedures, communication cannot be established, contact Crestron technical support for assistance. Refer to "Further Inquiries" on page 36.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX NOTE: Not normally required, the Make Permanent button also creates a permanent memory image. 6. After transferring the program file, click on the Check Program button to ensure that the file loaded properly. The information in the Current Program field of the "Cresnet Simpl Program" dialog box should update and display the file currently loaded. If the information does not update, repeat steps 3 through 5.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Updating the Control System Each CNMSX contains an operating system (OPS), a Monitor ROM, and when the optional CNX Ethernet expansion card is installed, a TCP/IP Stack. Although each is a separate component, they are packaged together in a control system update file. Control system update files have the UPZ extension.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX "Update Control System" Dialog Box 4. After a file is selected, the Send button and What to Send portion of the "Update Control System" dialog box become active so that the user can determine which versions of the Operating system, Monitor ROM, and TCP/IP Stack to update. 5. If the CNMSX does not have the optional CNX Ethernet expansion card, uncheck the TCP/IP Stack option to transfer faster (transferring the stack will not cause any problems).
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Special Consideration for Updating the Control System This special consideration only applies to early production CNMSX units. These early units cannot be updated directly without updating an intermediary Monitor ROM first. If the CNMSX being updated has a Monitor ROM prior to v2.05 (this includes Monitor ROM 5.01.35 and lower), a dialog box shown below appears when attempting to update the control system.
Integrated Control System Crestron CNMSX CNMSX Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION PWR LED does not CNMSX is not receiving power. illuminate. ERR LED illuminates. Hardware or software failure, hardware incompatibility with software definitions, or programming error. Verify that supplied power cord is properly attached to CNMSX and the other end is securely plugged into an outlet. Verify that hardware configuration matches software configuration (i.e.
Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System Passthrough mode allows data to pass from the COMPUTER port to the selected COM port on a Cresnet or Ethernet device (such as ST-COM or CEN-COM). While passthrough mode is running, the program currently in memory is suspended and will not execute. When passthrough mode is exited, the program resumes operation. The TX and RX LEDs for the given port illuminate when in passthrough mode.
Integrated Control System Since there is no room on the T/R screen for button text, RESET and RFSH are provided on the Format Selection Menu to show their location on the T/R screen. Crestron CNMSX A RFSH function is provided to read the front panel data at your own pace. Without this function, data would constantly scroll by on the display. At the moment the T/R screen is accessed, a “snapshot” of the display buffer contents appears.
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Crestron CNMSX Integrated Control System 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.
