User Guide

Crestron QM-FTMCSC FlipTop Media Center with Storage Compartment

pin on the network connector, and tin the twisted connection. Apply solder only

to the ends of the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end

becomes brittle. Insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and

tighten the retaining screw. Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors.

NOTE: For larger networks (i.e., greater than 28 network devices), it may

become necessary to add a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal

quality throughout the network. Also, for networks with lengthy cable runs, it

may be necessary to add a Hub/Repeater after only 20 devices.

QM Network Wiring

When connecting multiple QM devices, the route between a QM origination

point (e.g., QM-FTMCSC) and a QM endpoint (e.g., QM-RMCRX-BA) cannot

have more than two midpoints (e.g., QM-MD7x2 or other QM switchers). Refer

to the following diagram when configuring a QM network. Refer to Appendix B

on page 56 for additional QuickMedia installation information.

QM Network Topology

QM-FTMCSC

QM QM

Origination

Points

Endpoints

Midpoints

QM-FTMCSC

QM-RMCRX-BA

QM-MD7x2QM-MD7x2

Crestron Toolbox

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.

You can use the Crestron Toolbox to:

• Observe system processes.

• Upload operating systems and firmware.

• Upload programs and touchpanel projects.

• Set or change device Network IDs.

• Change serial numbers.

• Run scripts to automate tasks.

• Perform system diagnostics, and much more.

The Crestron Toolbox allows you to perform these functions using simple

graphical views and click and drag methods.

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