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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System with Ethernet Operations Guide[...]

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    This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, pr oduct names and tradem arks are the proper ty of their respective owners. ©2007 Crestron Electronics, Inc.[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Contents 2-Series Compact Control System with Ethernet: MC2E 1 Introduc tion ................................................................................................................... ............ 1 Features and Functions .........................................................................[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System 2-Series Compact Control System with Ethernet: MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System with Ethernet: MC2E Introduction Introduction Features and Functions • 2-Series engine • Dual bus architecture • 32-bit Freescale Coldfire ® processor • 36 MB of Internal M emory* • Cresnet ® port – master/[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Cresnet ® Cresnet is the com munications backbone fo r m any Crestron t ouchpanels, keypads, lighting controls and other devices. The Cresnet bus is a sim ple, yet fl exible 4-wire network that provides rock-solid bi dir ectional com municati on for numerous Cresnet devices. Cresnet Slave Mode Selectab[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Specifications Specifications for the MC2E are listed in the following tab le. MC2E Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Processor CPU 32-bit Freescale Coldfire  Microprocessor Memory SDRAM 32 MB NVRAM 256 kB Flash 4 MB Operating System Real-time preemptive multi- threaded/multitasking kernel; FAT32 [...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E MC2E Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION DETAILS Available Accessories PW-2420RU 50 Watt Regulated Universal Power Supply C2N-HBLOCK Cresnet Network Distribution Block CNSP-XX Custom Serial Interface Cable IRP2 IR Probe CNXRMIRD IR Receiver Physical Description This section provides inform ation on[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System MC2E Overall Dimensions 8.50 in (21.59 cm) 19.00 in (48.26 cm) 17.03 in (43.25 cm) 1.70 in (4.32 cm) 1 2 3 4 5 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Connectors, Controls & Indicators # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 1 PWR LED Indicates 24 Volts DC power suppli ed from Cresnet control netw ork[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 6 INFRARED-SERIAL OUTPUT (A – D) 3, 4 A B C D S G S G S G S G IR SERIAL OUT (4) 2-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks IR/Serial output ports; IR output up to 1.2 MHz; 1-way serial TTL/RS-232 (0-5[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 11 COMPUTER COMPUTER Pin 1 Pin 9 (1) DB9 female, RS-232 computer console port. Connector is used when programming w ith a PC. The port is modem compatible (modem and PC cables not included). Supports[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E 9. To support RS-485, tie pin 1 (RXD- ) to pin 9 (TXD-) and pin 4 (TXD+) to pin 6 (RXD+) in the cable. COM (DB9) CONNECTOR RS-485 BUS (Refer to table at right.) Tie Pins 1 & 9 - Tie Pins 4 & 6 + Pin 5 G 10. The Cresnet Poll Accelerator eff ectivel y increases the network speed, fan-out and devic[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Setup Network Wiring When wiring the network, consider the following: • Use Crestron Certified Wire. • Use Crestron power supplies for Crest ron equipment. • Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredict able results or dam age to the equipment. Please u[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Installation Ventilation The MC2E should be used in a well-ventila ted area. The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circum stances. To prevent overheating, do not operate th is product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range li sted in the table of speci fications. Cons[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting (this image shows a 1RU device) USE COVER SCREWS 4. Repeat procedure (steps 1 t hrough 3) to attach the remai ning ear to the opposite side. Bussing Strip Installation The 2-Series compact control system is suppl ied with two brass bussing stri ps to facilitate commoning[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connectio ns as called out in the illu stration that follows this paragraph. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 9 before attaching the 4-posit ion terminal block connector. Apply power after all connections have been made. When making connections to t he MC2E, consi[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be vi ewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website . To post a question or view questions y ou have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at http://support.c[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder Crestron System Builder is the easiest method of program ming but does not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows. For additional details, download SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the extensive h elp file. Programming with D3 Pro Crestron?[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Uploading and Upgrading Crestron recomme nds using the latest pr ogramm ing software and that each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the m ost recently released features. However, before attempting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establish comm unication. Once comm unicati[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E • Confirm Ethernet connections between MC2E and PC. If connect ing through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables with 8-pin RJ -45 connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router. • Use the Address Book in the Cres[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Operation Crestron 2-Series Control Systems are the brai n of a comple te integrated audio/visual or automation solution, serving as the cen tral processor and I/O interface. Every audio, video and environm ental elem ent of the home, boardroom , classroom or comma nd center becomes integrated and acce [...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides correct ive action for possible troubl e situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. MC2E Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Unexpected response from contro[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System MC2E Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION System does not function. Various. Refer to the “System Monitor” procedure following this table. Incorrect power supply . Use a Crestron power supply. IRP2 or serial port not placed properly. Verify placement of IRP2 (hold [...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E 5. Power down the MC2E. 6. While powering up the MC2E, press Alt + K then Enter , repeating Alt + K then Enter on the keyb oard until the followin g text (or similar) appears in Toolbox. System Monitor [v1.001 (0001)] 12-19-01 16:25:23 32MB RAM, 4MB FLASH CS> 7. At the Toolbox prom pt, type erase and[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Check Network Wiring Use the Right Wire In order to ensure optimum performance over t he full range of your installa tion topology, Crestron C ertified Wire and only C restron Certifi ed Wire may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance defici[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E Reference Documents The latest version of all documents m entioned withi n the guide can be obtained from the Crestron website ( http://www.crestron.com/manuals ). This link will provide a list of product manuals arranged in alpha betical order by model num ber. List of Related Reference Documents DOCUM[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Software License Agreement This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal contract be tween you (either an individual or a single business entity) and Crestron Electronics, Inc. (“Crestron”) for so ftware referenced in this guide, which in cludes computer software and as applicab le, associated[...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E If You are a business or organization, You agree that upon reque st from Crestron or its author ized agent, You will within thirty (30) days fully document and certify that use of any and a ll Software at the time of the request is in conformity with Y our valid licenses from Crestron of its authorized [...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandi se may be returned for credi t, exchange or service without pri or authorization from CRESTR ON. To obtain warranty service for CR ESTRON products, contact an authorized CRESTRON dealer. On ly authorized CRESTRON deal ers [...]

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    2-Series Compact Control System Crestron MC2E 26 • 2-Series Compact Control System: MC2E Operations Guide – DOC. 6142A This page is intention ally left blank. This page is intention ally left blank.[...]

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    Crestron MC2E 2-Series Compact Control System Operations Guide – DOC. 6142A 2-Series Compact Contro l System: MC2E • 27 This page is intention ally left blank.[...]

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    Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6142A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2008091) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 06.07 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.[...]