User Guide

8X8 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Crestron QM-MD8X8
Uploading and Upgrading
Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device
contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.
However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary to establish
communication.
Establishing Communication
Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the QM-MD8X8; refer to the
Crestron Toolbox help file for details. There is a single method of communication;
indirect communication via the control system.
Indirect Communication via Control System
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON TOOLBOX
CONTROL SYSTEM QM-MD8X8
SERIAL,
ETHERNET
OR USB
CRESNET
• QM-MD8X8 connects to the control system via Cresnet.
• Establish communications between the PC and the control system as
described in the latest version of the 2-Series Reference Guide (Doc. 6256).
Programs and Firmware
• Display the network device tree (Tools | Network Device Tree); to show
all network devices connected to the control system. Right-click on the
QM-MD8X8 to display actions that can be performed on the QM-MD8X8:
Upgrade firmware ⇒
⇒ Change Net ID
• Upload the SIMPL Windows file to the control system using SIMPL
Windows or Crestron Toolbox.
• Upgrade QM-MD8X8 firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to the SIMPL Windows help file or the
Crestron Toolbox help file.
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