Crestron electronic AM/FM/TV Tuner User's Manual
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1. If the unit is a home run from a Crestron system power supply network port the load factor of that unit is the load factor of the entire run The length of the run in feet and the load factor of the run should be used in the following resistance equation to calculate the value on the right side of the equation Resistance Equation Resistance refer to next table L Where R R lt 40 000 ength of run or chain in feet t L X LF LF Load 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 below Wire Gauge Values RESISTANCE R WIREGAUGE 16 18 20 22 24 Double CAT 5 NOTE Cresnet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs One twisted pair is the 24 conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pair is the Y conductor and the Z conductor NOTE When daisy chaining Cresnet units always twist the ends of the incoming wire and outgoing wire which share a pin on the network connector After twisting the ends tin the twisted connection with solder Apply solder only to the ends of the twisted wires Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end becomes brittle After tinning the twisted ends insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and tighten the retaining screw Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors Preparation for Use2. and international version STI TUNE except where noted Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 15 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE NOTE All signals listed in the following tables are DIGITAL signals unless noted otherwise A digital signal can be high logic level of 1 low logic level of 0 and also have rising edge when it goes from low to high and falling edge from high to low transitions Depending upon how the symbol was created symbol inputs may work at the logic levels or on transitions Detail View of the ST TUNE Symbol in SIMPL Windows Programming Manager mj iD 3E ST TUNE ST TUNE AM F FM F MUX F TV F Mode B Pre F Tune F Srch F Mono B Mono On F Mono Off F Stereo Detect SAP On F SAP Off SAP Off F Disable Lel Btns Sense High Sense Low Off Air STD HRC AM Station AM Station F FM Station FM Station F WX Station WX Station F Station TV Station F Sig Strength 16 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Detail View of the STI TUNE Symbol in SIMPL Windows Programming Manager mj iD 3E STI TUNE STI TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A AM FM WX TV Mode Pre Tune Srch Mono Mono On Mono Off Disable Lel Btns Sense High Sense Low AM Station FM Station WX Station Station Up B Dn B Func B AM F FM F VUX F TV F Mode B Pre F Tune F Srch F Mo
3. Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner 6 Refer to diagram below From the Viewport menu select Diagnostics Report Network Devices alternatively depress F4 Accessing the Network Devices L Crestron Viewport C3 x File Edit Setup Functions File Transfer Remote Establish Communications Find Rack Alt B Check Operating System Version F5 Report Plug in Control Cards F3 V es Report Progr Get Available Mailbox Size Identify Transmitter ID Switch Processors CNRACKX DP Port Settings COM 38400 N81 XON XOFF 7 Inthe Viewport return display observe the firmware version of the ST TUNE 8 Perform the appropriate step 8a If the firmware version is version 2 17 or later continue with this procedure 8b If the firmware version is prior to version 2 17 proceed to step 8 of Appendix 3 that begins on page 28 9 Asshown below select File Transfer Load Network Device from the Viewport menu Select Load Network Device L Crestron Viewport File Edit Setup Diagnostics Functions Send Program Send Touchpanel Send Web Pages Send File to Mailbox Get File from Mailbox Load from file Save NVRAM to file Update Control System Update Operating System Update Monitor ROM Update Touchpanel Firmware Load Ne Update Plug In Card Port Settings General File Transfer COMI 38400 N81 X
4. Pressing the MONO button toggles between the mono and stereo reception for all modes except AM in ST TUNE for all modes except AM and TV in international version STI TUNE and the MODE button cycles through the preset manual or search tuning modes Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 5 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Leading Specifications The five tables in this section provide summaries of the specifications for the ST TUNE Dimensions and weight are rounded to the nearest hundredth unit Leading Specifications of the ST TUNE DETAILS 12VDC external power pack or 9 Watts 24VDC 0 375A network 3E Version 1 51 or later with library update file 115 later 6 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner FM Tuner Specifications DETAILS Input Connector US F Type Coaxial female 75 ohms International IEC Type Coaxial 9 5mm male Frequency Range 87 5MHz to 107 9MHz Usable Sensitivity Mono 11 dBf S N Ratio 65 dBf mono stereo 74dB 70dB THD 1KHz mono stereo 0 0596 Sensitivity Adjacent Alternate Channel 5dB 65dB 100dB AM Rejection 55dB Stereo Separation 45dB Audio Output Level Line 10k ohms 1VRMS Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 7 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Setup NOTE Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devi
5. recall stations see the ST TUNEB ZIP program examples This signal not active in AM mode performs the same function as pressing the MONO button on the front panel This function toggles on each rising edge These signals select one of the mono modes directly The function is selected on the rising edge ST TUNE ONLY These signals turns SAP reception on or off during TV mode only This mode is selected on the rising edge These signals directly adjust the sensitivity of tuning The sensitivity is selected on the rising edge NOTE SENSE HIGH allows the unit to recognize weaker stations during the search mode Refer to Sig Strength in the next table for related information When this signal is high the local functionality of the front panel buttons is disabled The button presses are still reported into the program on the output of the symbol ST TUNE ONLY These are four modes of TV reception In each mode the channels map to different frequencies The mode is effected on the rising edge of the next frequency change This analog signal is a number that sets the AM frequency of the unit Valid AM numbers are 530d through 1710d Valid AM increments are by 10 such as 1010d 1020d etc NOTE If not in the AM the unit will not go into AM mode when this signal is received on this line The signal will set that value for the next time the unit is put into AM mode This analog signal is a number that sets the FM frequency Va
6. select the Sense High symbol input 1 The location of the ST TUNE is an important factor in the AM radio reception The reception is also dependent on its placement and the construction of the building locate the unit outside of any metal enclos Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 23 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Further Inquiries If after reviewing this Operations Guide you cannot locate specific information or have questions please take advantage of Crestron s award winning customer service team by calling e In the US and Canada call Crestron s corporate headquarters at 1 888 CRESTRON 1 888 273 7876 or 1 201 767 3400 e In Europe call Crestron International at 32 15 50 99 50 e n Asia call Crestron Asia at 852 2341 2016 e In Latin America call Crestron Latin America at 525 260 4336 For local support from exclusive Crestron factory trained personnel call e In Australia call Soundcorp at 613 9488 1555 0 New Zealand call Amber Technologies at 649 410 8382 Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the ST TUNE additional information and programming examples may be made available as manual updates These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision The Downloads page of the Crestron website www crestron com directs the reader to the loc
7. Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide CRESTRON This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at 7 CRESTRON Crestron Electronics Inc 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 1 888 CRESTRON Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Contents Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 1 Description 1 Functional Description 1 Physical Description 2 Leading Specifications 6 Setup 8 Network Wiring 8 Preparation for Use 9 Identity Code 10 Firmware Upgrade 11 Programming with SIMPL Windows 14 Configure ST TUNE Program 15 ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbols 15 Basic Example Program 20 Advanced Example Program 21 Problem Solving 22 Troubleshooting 22 Further Inquiries 24 Future Updates 24 Future Firmware Upgrades 24 Appendix 1 High Gain AM Antenna 25 Materials Required 25 Fabrication Instructions 25 Appendix 2 STI TUNE TV Receptions 27 Appendix 3 Upgrade Firmware Version Prior to 2 17 28 Return and Warranty Policies 35 Merchandise Returns Repair Service 35 CRESTRON Limited Warranty 35 Operations Guide DOC 5833A Contents i Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Description Operations Guide DOC 5833A Functional Description The ST TUNE is a Crestron remote control network herein referred to as the Cresnet system optimized high performance AM FM WX Weather radio and television TV tuner The ST TUNE
8. Diagnostics Report Network Devices in the Viewport alternatively depress F4 10 Repeat this procedure for each ST TUNE to be added to the Cresnet system Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the firmware of a ST TUNE a local PC that contains the Crestron Viewport available in SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e is required To connect the PC to the control system refer to the Obtaining Communications section of the Operators Guide supplied with the appropriate control system The latest version of the Operations Guides can be obtained from the Products page PRODUCT MANUALS Hardware section or Downloads page MANUAL Library of Crestron s website www crestron com New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site Firmware upgrade files are obtained from the What s New page Other Products section or the Downloads page UPGRADES Library search for RADIOFIX EXE of Crestron s website To upgrade ST TUNE firmware complete the following steps 1 Make sure that no programs accessing the COM port of the PC 2 Atthe PC start SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e 3 From the SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e menu bar select Tools Viewport to open the Crestron Viewport NOTE SIMPL Windows may open with an opening splash screen and may display the What do you want to do dialog box If so close the dialog box and continue 4 Refer to diagram on the next page From the Viewport menu select Setup Communications setti
9. O 300 r Parity r Data Bits r Stop Bits None O Seven One O Even 6 Eight O Two O Odd XON XOFF E RTS CTS Line Pacing for ASCII Uploads in milliseconds XModem OK Cancel 32 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner 18 As shown below select File Transfer Load Network Device from the Viewport menu Select Load Network Device L_ Crestron Viewport File ile Edit Setup Diagnostics Functions KETRIMERE Remote E C Port Seting Settings COM1 38400 N81 XON XOFF Send 008 Send Touchpanel Send Web Pages Send File to Mailbox GetFile from Mailbox Load NVRAM from file Save NVRAM to file Update Control System Update Operating System Update Monitor ROM Update Touchpanel Firmware Load Network Device Update Plug In Card General File Transfer Send SIMPL Program to the CEN OEM 19 Refer to the diagram below Select the NET ID of the ST TUNE and then click OK Select Network ID Dialog Box Select Network ID x Selectthe desired network ID OK Cancel 20 As shown below browse to the firmware directory select the downloaded firmware UPG file and click Open The transfer will complete automatically Select Firmware UPG File Open Look in S Firmware Downloaded File UPG 3 File nam
10. ON XOFF Send SIMPL Program to the CEN OEM Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 13 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE 10 Refer to the diagram below Select the NET ID of the ST TUNE and then click OK Select Network ID Dialog Box Select the desired network ID OK Cancel 11 As shown below browse to the firmware directory select the downloaded firmware UPG file and click Open The transfer will complete automatically Select Firmware UPG File Open x Look in S Fimware di File UPG Files of type Firmware Files upg Open as read only 4 NOTE When the external power pack is disconnected from the ST TUNE operating power will automatically switch to Cresnet power supplied via the NET connector s To remove power from the unit make sure both external power pack and NET connector s are removed 12 Remove operating power from the ST TUNE wait several seconds and reconnect power 13 Close the Viewport exit SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e and disconnect the programming cable from the PC and the control system Programming with SIMPL Windows SIMPL Symbol Intensive Master Programming Language is an easy to use programming language that is completely integrated and compatible with all Crestron system hardware The objects that are used in SIMPL are called symbols SIMPL Windows offers drag and drop functi
11. Refer to the hookup diagram on the next page which shows ST TUNE connections Other than making the power connection last complete the connections in any order NOTE Refer to the latest revision of the Crestron Network Modular Cable Requirements Doc 5682 when making connections to the ports labeled NET This document can be obtained from the Products page PRODUCT MANUALS Software and Wiring Diagrams section or Downloads page CABLES and MANUAL Libraries search for MODULAR PDF of Crestron s website www crestron com New users are required to register to obtain access to the FTP site NOTE The external power pack and AM antenna are supplied with the ST TUNE other modular cables patch cords or coaxial cables are not provided Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 9 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE NOTE The location of the ST TUNE is an important factor in the AM radio reception The reception is also dependent on its placement and the construction of the building locate the unit outside of any metal enclosures to achieve the best performance A commercially available RCA extender cable not supplied but RadioShack part numbers 42 2352 and 274 874 are recommended may be used to mount the antenna outside of a shielded area or a noisy equipment rack NOTE For fabrication instructions of a high gain AM antenna for use in areas of high ambience interference or weak reception areas refer to Appendix 1
12. UNE Ports Each ST TUNE rear panel port has a silk screened label For the descriptions of the ports refer to the following diagrams and sections ST TUNE Rear Panel 12VDC NET NET ce s E E AUDIO VIDEO AM FM TV L R CRESTRON ELECTRONICS INC ROCKLEIGH N J 07647 USA co Lun LI Cu STI TUNE International Version Rear Panel 12VDC NET NET 1 E E AUDIO VIDEO AM FM TV L R CRESTRON ELECTRONICS INC ROCKLEIGH N J 07647 USA C C I OJ 12 VDC 1A This direct current DC power socket connector is used to supply power via the Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 3 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE AUDIO L This pair of RCA jacks output the left white center insulator and right red center insulator channel line level audio to an audio processor such as the CNX PADS The audio can also be connected to the audio inputs of a TV monitor audio switcher and or audio distribution equipment VIDEO This RCA jack outputs composite TV video from the ST TUNE The center insulator of this jack is yellow and may be connected to any video device that accepts a composite input AM This RCA jack is used to input AM radio signals via the supplied AM antenna The center insulator of this jack is white Using a commerc
13. Uploads text field enter 500 and select ASCII as the Mode for Network Transfers Port Settings Dialog Box for ASCII Upload Port Settings x Mode for Network Transfers ASCII Cancel r Connection Type 5223 TCP IP Crestron Terminal Protocol r Port Comi Com2 Com3 Com4 Com5 Com6 Com Com8 r Baud Rate 115200 57600 4 38400 19200 9600 O 4800 2400 1200 O 500 O 300 Parity Data Bits Stop Bits None O Seven One O Even Eight O Two Odd XON XOFF F RTS CTS Line Pacing for ASCII Uploads in milliseconds O XModem 30 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner 10 Enter the following key sequence to as previously defined for the product ESC X R ID ENTER On the front panel of the unit the PRE TUNE SRCH plus either the AM FM WX or TV LEDs will be illuminated If the return ID command is executed from the Viewport the display will show BOOT 11 As shown below select File Transfer General File Transfer ASCII Upload from the Viewport menu Select ASCII Upload Crestron Viewport C LX Setup Diagnostics File Edit Functions 27 Send Program Send Touchpanel Send Web Pages Send File to Mailbox Get File from Mailbox Load N
14. Verify network wiring If using a CEN TVAV CN TVAV or ST CP as a control system the ST TUNE requires the supplied external power pack for sufficient current Check network cabling for solid connections and correct pinouts Enter Viewport and poll the network F4 match the NET ID of the Verify that the NET ID for the ST TUNE is SIMPL program Cable s not connected Verify cable s is securely connected Cable connections properly set to match the SIMPL program Clean cable connection s with electrical contact cleaner AM antenna connection Clean AM antenna connection with dirty electrical contact cleaner AM antenna placement Refer to note 1 following this table not good ST TUNE located in outer fringe or bad reception area FM or WX radio FM input connection dirty TV reception not TV input connection Clear TV band does SRCH function does not work properly dirty Refer to note 2 following this table Clean FM input connection with electrical contact cleaner Clean TV input connection with electrical contact cleaner ST TUNE is in MONO Press MONO button to deselect mono not receive SAP mode Received channel does No corrective action not support SAP FM input connection dirty reception Clean FM input connection with electrical contact cleaner Station signal strength Verify good signal strength due to too low antenna placement In control system program
15. YRAM from file Save to file Update Control System Update Operating System Update Monitor ROM Update Touchpanel Firmware Load Network Device Update Plug In Card Choose File ASCII Upload ASCII Download XModem Upload XModem Download XModem1K Upload XModemlK Download Port Settings General File Transfer COM1 38400 Send SIMPL Program to the CEN OEM 12 As shown below browse to the firmware directory select the downloaded loader HEX file and click Open The transfer will complete in approximately 3 1 2 minutes Select Loader HEX File Open Look in E Firmware HE Operations Guide DOC 5833A p File HEX File name File HEX Open Files oftype al Files Cancel Open as read only 4 13 Select Diagnostics Report Network Devices in the Viewport alternatively depress F4 and observe Viewport return display show BOOT NOTE When the external power pack is disconnected from the ST TUNE operating power will automatically switch to Cresnet power supplied via the NET connector s To remove power from the unit make sure both external power pack and NET connector s are removed Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 31 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE 14 15 16 Remove operating power from the ST TUNE wait several seconds and reconnect power Al
16. ation and description of each update Check the site periodically for update availability and its subjective value Future Firmware Upgrades As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the ST TUNE firmware upgrades may be made available The upgrade files can be obtained from the What s New page Other Products section or the Downloads page UPGRADES Library of Crestron s website New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site 24 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Appendix 1 High Gain AM Antenna Operations Guide DOC 5833A This appendix provides fabrication instructions of a high gain AM antenna for use in areas of high ambience interference or weak reception The antenna consists of a looped wire and connector Materials Required For the list of materials required for antenna fabrication refer to the table below All materials are available commercially The only tools required for antenna fabrication are a soldering iron and soldering supplies Antenna Fabrication Materials MATERIAL QUANTITY Wire 22 gauge UL AWM style 1061 300 volt 240 inches Tie wraps plastic or twist ties ight 8 minimum RCA plug solderable One 1 3 Alpha Wire Corp part number 3251 recommended xF Keystone part number 1085 B or RadioShack 274 319 recommended Fabrication Ins
17. ce pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation The equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver W Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected W Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help As of the date of manufacture this unit has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking Network Wiring CAUTION Crestron modular cables are rated for a maximum of two 2 amperes Do not exceed this current capacity for any modular device If more current is required connect an appropriate external power pack to the device NOTE If making category 5 connections to the Cresnet peripherals refer to the latest revision of the Cresnet Mini Network CAT 5 Inter
18. ceived The steps are decimal 0 8191 16382 24573 32764 40955 49146 57337 or hexadecimal 0 1FFF 3FFE 5FFD 7FFC 9FFB DFF9 This signal is active only during the FM mode NOTE Best SRCH function recognition is achieved with a signal strength of 24573 5FFD or above for low sensitivity or 40955 9FFB or above for high sensitivity Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 19 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Basic Example Program NOTE There is no need to recreate the basic example SIMPL Windows program The program is available from the Downloads page EXAMPLES Library of Crestron s website www crestron com Search for STTUNEA ZIP New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site The program provides the ability to select a band tune a station and engage hardcoded presets from a touchpanel For descriptions of the basic example touchpanel and basic program refer to the following sections Basic Example Touchpanel The example touchpanel shown below demonstrates the basic capabilities of the ST TUNE The band selection buttons are used to select the desired band and the up and down buttons tune the frequency The preset buttons recall station presets that are stored in the control system SIMPL program NOTE VT Pro e is required for the ST TUNE example basic touchpanel The latest version of VT Pro e can be obtained from the What s New pa
19. connect Drawing Doc 5819 This document can be obtained from the Products page PRODUCT MANUALS Software and Wiring Diagrams section or Downloads page CABLES and MANUAL Libraries search for CAT5 PDF of Crestron s website www crestron com New users are required to register to obtain access to the FTP site NOTE Review the latest revision of the Network Modular Cable Requirements Doc 5682 This document can be obtained from the Products page PRODUCT MANUALS Software and Wiring Diagrams section or Downloads page CABLES and MANUAL Libraries search for MODULAR PDF of Crestron s website www crestron com NOTE The CNHBLOCK should be used when wiring multiple Cresnet devices to a system Use only Crestron modular cables when making connections to the CNHBLOCK modular ports DO NOT use standard modular 6 conductor telephone cables Most telephone cables are wired in a crisscross fashion and are not compatible with Crestron equipment 8 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide DOC 5833A When calculating the wire gauge for a particular Cresnet run the length of the run and the load factor of each network unit to be connected must be taken into consideration If Cresnet units are to be daisy chained on the run the load factor of each unit to be daisy chained must be added together to determine the load factor of the entire chain
20. e Files of type Firmware Files upg Open as read only 4 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 33 Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE NOTE When the external power pack is disconnected from the ST TUNE operating power will automatically switch to Cresnet power supplied via the NET connector s To remove power from the unit make sure both external power pack and NET connector s are removed 21 Remove operating power from the ST TUNE wait several seconds and reconnect power 22 Close the Viewport exit SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e and disconnect the programming cable from the PC and the control system 34 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Return and Warranty Policies Operations Guide DOC 5833A 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 Products may be returned for credit exchange or service with a CRESTRON Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Authorized returns must be shipped freight prepaid to CRESTRON Cres
21. e liable to honor warranty terms if the product has been used in any application other than that for which it was intended or if it has been subjected to misuse accidental damage modification or improper installation procedures Furthermore this warranty does not cover any product that has had the serial number altered defaced or removed This warranty shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to the purchaser In no event shall CRESTRON be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind property or economic damages inclusive arising from the sale or use of this equipment CRESTRON makes no other warranties nor authorizes any other party to offer any warranty expressed or implied including warranties of merchantability for this product This warranty statement supersedes all previous warranties Trademark Information All brand names product names and trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Windows 95 98 and Windows NT 2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 35 Z CRESTRON Crestron Electronics Inc Operations Guide DOC 5833A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 06 01 Tel 888 CRESTRON Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subject to www crestron com change without notice
22. er to customize the presets The user can enter a name and the station number The BAND is retained Station is retained and TV Mode is retained When recalled Band Station and TV Mode not applicable for the international version STI TUNE are set up This allows a preset to be completely customizable unlike most radios where there are banks of FM Presets and AM Presets The touchpanel contains on screen help The Crestron module Text Entry for 25 Fields was used to program the preset names Problem Solving Troubleshooting The table on the next page provides corrective action for possible trouble situations If further assistance is required please contact a Crestron customer service representative 22 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide DOC 5833A ST TUNE Troubleshooting TROUBLE Green PWR indicator LED does not illuminate Yellow NET indicator LED does not illuminate Audio or video reception not clear reception not clear POSSIBLE CAUSE S VAC at wall outlet or power strip is not availa ble External power pack faulty No power on network wiring Not enough current availa wiring ST TUNE is not comm unicat NET ble on network ing on network D is not set to CORRECTIVE ACTION Verify VAC at wall outlet or power strip is available Replace external power pack
23. ercentage One of the features of the program is customizable presets the name of the preset and the station can be customized at runtime The INITIALIZE ALL PRESETS button sets all names labels to empty and sets the station to 102 70 FM NOTE It is often useful to put a known quantity into presets otherwise whatever is in system memory will be used which could provide undesirable results Tuning Screen The tuning screen allows the station to be selected The values of each station are displayed with digital gauges Note that VT Pro e allows analog numbers to be displayed with implied decimal points so that FM and WX stations may be formatted properly The stations can be tuned directly with the UP and DOWN BUTTONS The auto repeat logic has been programmed in via the button repeater modules A station frequency may be directly entered on the keypad The display above the keypad dynamically changes based on the type of station selected For example in FM mode the format will be displayed as XXX XX In AM Mode it will be displayed as XXXX The station is entered by inputting a full number such as 8950 for 89 50 10270 for 102 70 and then pressing ENTER The station values are checked after pressing ENTER to be sure that they are within the proper ranges Preset Recall The preset recall screens show the 25 presets When a preset is selected it is recalled to the ST TUNE Setup Preset The setup preset screen allows the us
24. g Character Mapping Eont Split Window Setup Sequence Keys Communications settings Alt D Modem settings Port Setting COMI 3840 Communication Presets Restore Defaults 5 Refer to the dialog box shown on the next page and verify the communications settings Make sure that parity is set to None data bits to Eight and XModem is selected NOTE If performing a firmware upgrade via Ethernet select TCP IP as the connection type and provide the IP address 28 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Port Settings Dialog Box Port Settings x r Connection Type 55 232 TCP IP Crestron Terminal Protocol p Com Com2 Com3 4 O Com5 Com B Com Com8 Baud Rate 115200 57600 e i Ol19200 9600 O 4800 2400 1200 500 O 300 r Data Bits Stop Bits O Seven One Eight O Two XON XOFF RTS CTS Line Pacing for ASCII Uploads in milliseconds b Mode for Network Transfers amp XModem 6 Refer to diagram below From the Viewport menu select Diagnostics Report Network Devices alternatively depress F4 Accessing the Network Devices L Crestron Yiewport C1 LX File Edit Setup Functions File Transfer Remote Establis
25. ge VisionTools Pro e section or Downloads page VTPRO E Library of Crestron s website www crestron com Basic Example Touchpanel BAND FREQUENCY STORED SELECTION DISPLAYS PRESET BUTTONS BUTTONS OWVPresets xut 102 70 104 30 FM FM 1010 880 Ch4 Ch7 Off Air TV Off Air TV FREQUENCY DOWN amp UP CONTROL BUTTONS How the Basic Example Program Works The example SIMPL program for the ST TUNE is shown on the next page as a block diagram Certain inputs and outputs have been rearranged or omitted for clarity The touchpanel and ST TUNE symbols are common to all AM FM WX and TV functions but the diagram shows details the signals and logic for the AM function only The logic specifically for the AM functions are OR symbol S 2 1 and analog 20 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner initialize symbol S 2 2 contains the station presets For the program logic of all functions refer to the table below In the block diagram the signals labeled A are feedback to the touchpanel Basic Example Function Symbols and Parameters Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 21 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE functions of SAP on or off and setting the TV reception mode are not applicable for the international version STI TUNE The screen also shows the signal strength as a p
26. h Communications Find Rack Alt B Check Operating System Version F5 Report Plug in Control Cards F3 rt ces LS F4 Program Information Get Available Mailbox Size Identify Transmitter ID Switch Processors CNRACKX DFP Port Settings COMI 38400 N81 XON XOFF 7 Inthe Viewport return display observe the firmware version of the ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 29 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE CAUTION If the ST TUNE contains firmware version 2 17 or later DO NOT continue this procedure or the unit will have to be returned to Crestron Perform Firmware Upgrade that begins on page 11 8 Refer to diagram on the next page From the Viewport menu select Setup Communications settings alternatively depress Alt D to open the Port Settings dialog box Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box E Crestron Yiewport File Edit Diagnostics Functions File Transfer Remote Auto Baud Search Local Echo Display in Hex Mode CRto CR LF Outgoing v Sound Destructive Backspace Incoming Character Mapping Font Split Window Setup Sequence Keys Alt L Alt H Alte gt Communication Modem settings Port Setting COMI 3840 Communication Presets Restore Defaults 9 Refer to the diagram below In the Line Pacing for ASCII
27. ially available RCA extender cable not supplied but RadioShack part numbers 42 2352 and 274 874 recommended the antenna can be mounted outside of a noisy equipment rack For fabrication instructions of a high gain AM antenna for use in areas of high ambience interference or weak reception refer to Appendix 1 that begins on page 25 FM This connector is used to input FM radio signals The ST TUNE uses a 75 ohm Type coaxial connector and the international STI TUNE uses a 9 5 millimeter mm TEC Type connector The signals may be from cable input if FM signal is available digital satellite receiver FM antenna weather station etc TV This connector is used to input TV channel audio and video signals The ST TUNE uses a 75 ohm Type coaxial connector and the STI TUNE uses a 11 mm Type connector The signals may be cable input digital satellite receiver TV antenna etc ST TUNE Front Panel Indicators and Buttons There are 12 LED indicators one digital display two control buttons and three function selection buttons located on the front panel of the ST TUNE For the descriptions refer to the diagram below and the following paragraphs ST TUNE Front Panel AM FM TV TUNER AM C A PWR NET MONO HEHHH SAP SRCH S CRESTRON LJ O mone ST TUNE PWR This LED green illuminates when operating power is su
28. ilable from the Downloads page EXAMPLES Library of Crestron s website www crestron com Search for STTUNEA ZIP that contains a basic example and STTUNEB ZIP that contains an advanced example Each example contains the program and all associated files required to complete the program Configure ST TUNE Program To create a program with a ST TUNE in the Configuration Manager of SIMPL Windows refer to the table below for initial configuration information Configure ST TUNE Program DEVICE SYMBOL DROP ADDITIONAL LIBRARY REQUIRED WHERE SETUP Desired control System Views Refer to the documentation supplied with the control system for additional setup information ST TUNE or System Views CHANGE NET ID OPTIONAL Cresnet Units Double click on ST I TUNE or single click then right mouse click on ST I TUNE Select Configure Select NET ID then select desired hexidecimal ID ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbols The diagrams on the next two pages show the ST TUNE and STI TUNE symbols in SIMPL Windows The two tables following the diagrams list the inputs and outputs respectively and their functional descriptions NOTE The US version ST TUNE and international version STI TUNE have the same default NET ID If both ST TINE and STI TUNE are used in the same Cresnet system refer to Identity Code that begins on page 10 for further information NOTE All signals listed in the following tables apply to the US version ST TUNE
29. ion STI TUNE The information in the following table does not apply to the US version ST TUNE STI TUNE TV Programs Channels and Frequencies Operations Guide DOC 5833A Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 27 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Appendix 3 Upgrade Firmware Version Prior to 2 17 This appendix provides firmware upgrade instructions for an ST TUNE with a firmware version prior to 2 17 To upgrade the firmware complete the following steps CAUTION If the ST TUNE contains firmware version 2 17 or later DO NOT perform this procedure or the unit will have to be returned to Crestron 1 Make sure that no programs accessing the COM port of the PC 2 At the PC start SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e 3 From the SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e menu bar select Tools Viewport to open the Crestron Viewport NOTE SIMPL Windows may open with an opening splash screen and may display the What do you want to do dialog box If so close the dialog box and continue 4 Refer to diagram below From the Viewport menu select Setup Communications settings alternatively depress Alt D to open the Port Settings dialog box Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box L Crestron Yiewport Fie Edit MEE Diagnostics Functions File Transfer Remote v Auto Baud Search Local Echo Alt L Display in Hex Mode Alt H CR to CR LF Outgoing v Sound lt Destructive Backspace Incomin
30. lid FM numbers are 8950d through 10790d The number has an implied decimal point 2 digits from the end and must be sent in this format For example to go to 102 7 FM the analog number to be sent is 10270d FM stations are only valid on analog increments of 5 therefore 10271d is not valid and will go to the next lowest station 10270d NOTE If not in the FM mode the unit will not go into FM mode when this signal is received on this line The signal will set that value for the next time the unit is put into FM mode Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbols Input Descriptions continued This analog signal is a number that sets WX frequency Valid weather radio numbers are 16240d through 16255d The number has an implied decimal point 2 digits from the end and must be sent in this format For example to go to 162 40 the analog number to be sent is 16240d Valid WX station increments are by 1 such as 162 41 162 42 NOTE If not in the WX mode the unit will not go into WX mode when this signal is received on this line The signal will set that value for the next time the unit is put into WX mode This analog signal is a number that sets the TV station channel Valid TV stations are different depending on the mode Refer to the TV Tuner Specifications in the Leading Specifications section that begins on page 7 Channel numbers are incremented by 1 NOTE All out
31. low at least 30 seconds after power has been reconnected then select Diagnostics Report Network Devices in the Viewport alternatively depress F4 Observe Viewport return display show ST TUNE NEEDS FIRMWARE 1 1 Refer to diagram below From the Viewport menu select Setup Communications settings alternatively depress Alt D to open the Port Settings dialog box Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box C Crestron Viewport Ol File Edit Port Setting COM 3840 17 IURE Diagnostics Functions File Transfer Remote v Auto Baud Search v Local Echo Display in Hex Mode CRto CR LF Outgoing v Sound Destructive Backspace Incoming Character Mapping Font Split Window Setup Sequence Keys Alt L Communications s Modem settings Communication Presets gt Restore Defaults Refer to the diagram below Select XModem as the Mode for Network Transfers Port Settings Dialog Box for Firmware Upload Port Settings x for Network Transfers ASCII Connection R5 232 TCP IP Crestron Terminal Protocol Com Com O Com3 Com 4 O Com5 Com6 O Com O Com 8 Baud Rate 115200 57600 38400 19200 9600 O 4800 2400 1200 0500
32. ngs alternatively depress Alt D to open the Port Settings dialog box Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 11 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box LL Crestron Viewport i Ol x File Edit Diagnostics Functions File Transfer Remote Auto Baud Search Local Echo Display in Hex Mode CR to Outgoing Sound Destructive Backspace Incoming Character Mapping Font Split Window Setup Sequence Keys Communication Modem settings Port Setting COM 3840 Communication Presets Restore Defaults 5 Refer to the dialog box shown below and verify the communications settings Make sure that parity is set to None data bits to Eight and XModem is selected NOTE If performing a firmware upgrade via Ethernet select TCP IP as the connection type and provide the IP address Port Settings Dialog Box Port Settings x r Connection Type 55 232 TCP IP Crestron Terminal Protocol Fort Com Com2 Com3 4 O Com5 Com B Com Com8 p Baud Rate O 115200 57600 e 19200 9500 O 4800 2400 1200 500 O 300 r Data Bits Stop Bits O Seven One Eight O Two XON XOFF RTS CTS Line Pacing for ASCII Uploads in milliseconds b Mode for Network Transfers ASCII 4 12 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations
33. no B Mono On F Mono Off F Stereo Detect AM Station F FM Station F Station F TV Station F Sig Strength Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 17 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbols Input Descriptions INPUT S FUNCTION S Mono Off Sense High Sense Low Disable Lcl AM Station FM Station 18 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE These signals perform the same functions as pressing the UP or DOWN buttons on the front panel NOTE The front panel buttons auto increment after a preset period of time These UP and DN signals engage only once on the rising edge Therefore in the TUNE mode the UP signal increments the station once This signal cycles through the AM FM WX and TV bands The band is selected on the rising edge Each of these signals selects one of the four bands directly The band is selected on the rising edge This signal performs the same function as pressing the MODE button on the front panel The MODE function cycles through PRE TUNE SRCH tuning modes The MODE is selected on the rising edge Each of these signals selects one of the three modes directly The function is selected on the rising edge These will change the function of the UP and DOWN buttons Refer to Pre F Tune F and Srch F in the next table for related information NOTE In PRE mode no function is performed PRE mode must be programmed in SIMPL typically this would be logic to
34. onality in a familiar Windows environment SIMPL Windows is Crestron s software for programming Crestron control systems It provides a well designed graphical environment with a number of workspaces i e windows in which a programmer can select configure program test and monitor a Crestron control system 14 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide DOC 5833A The next four sections describe a ST TUNE within a SIMPL Windows program The first section provides initial configuration information the second section details the SIMPL symbol the third section describes how a basic example program works by using a textual description and a block diagram and the fourth section describes the screens of an advanced example program NOTE The following descriptions assume that the reader has knowledge of SIMPL Windows If not refer to the extensive help information provided with the software NOTE VT Pro e version 2 1 8 or later is required for the ST TUNE example touchpanels The latest software version can be obtained from the What s New page VisionTools Pro e section or Downloads page VTPRO E Library of Crestron s website www crestron com New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site NOTE There is no need to recreate the ST TUNE example touchpanels or example SIMPL Windows programs Both are ava
35. pplied to the ST TUNE Operating power is supplied by the external power pack included or the network wiring via the rear panel connectors 4 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide DOC 5833A NET This LED yellow indicates that the SIMPL program currently loaded in the control system has a network device defined at the same NET ID code as the ST TUNE The LED flashes when communication with the Cresnet system and the ST TUNE is occurring BAND INDICATORS AND DIGITAL DISPLAY The AM FM WX Weather Radio or TV indicators contain four LEDs red to display the active band of the ST TUNE The digital display shows the radio frequency or TV channel being received RECEPTION INDICATORS These three LEDs red indicate the reception status of the ST TUNE The LED labeled SIG indicates the strength of the incoming FM signal the steadier and brighter the LED the stronger the signal The MONO indicator illuminates when the mono selector is activated while in the FM WX or TV band and the SAP indicator illuminates when the SAP selector is activated while in the TV band regardless of whether or not SAP information is being received NOTE The SIG LED provides the most accurate indication of the incoming FM signal after the ST TUNE has reached optimum operating temperature approximately 10 minutes TUNING MODE INDICATORS These three LEDs
36. provides professional audio that connects directly to and is accessed by a Cresnet system The Cresnet system can store virtually unlimited radio station and TV channel presets The presets are available for recall through Cresnet keypads remote control devices and or touchpanels The frequency of the radio station or TV channel being received is displayed on the ST TUNE and can also be displayed on a touchpanel The ST TUNE is also available as an international version with the unit nomenclature of STI TUNE All of the features are identical with the exceptions of TV reception formats and FM and TV input connectors The ST TUNE receives National Television System Committee NTSC M N format video and the STI Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 1 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE Physical Description The ST TUNE shown below is housed in a black enclosure with silk screened labels on the front and rear panels On the front panel are 12 light emitting diodes LEDs for indicating the status of the unit the digital display for showing the band radio station or TV channel being received two control buttons and three function selection buttons All connections are made on the rear panel ports There are four rubber feet on the base of the unit for stability and to prevent slippage ST TUNE Physical Views 2 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST T
37. puts listed in the following table require DIGITAL signals unless noted otherwise ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbols Output Feedback Descriptions OUTPUT S FUNCTION S Up B Dn B signals are high as long as the UP or DOWN button on the front panel is being pressed and held This signal is high as long as the FUNC button on the front panel is being pressed and held This is an interlocked group of signals The signal that is high is the current band of the unit This signal is high as long as the MODE button on the front panel is being pressed and held This is an interlocked group of signals The signal that is high is the current mode of the unit This signal is high as long as the MONO button on the front panel is being pressed and held Mono ON F This is an interlocked group of signals The signal that is high is the Mono OFF F current mode of the unit Stereo Detect This signal is high when the current station is being received in stereo This signal is active only during the FM mode SAP On F ST TUNE ONLY This is an interlocked group of signals When the SAP Off F SAP mode is on TV mode only SAP ON F is high The LED on the front panel indicates if SAP is actually being received AM Station F These four analog numbers correspond to the current state each FM Station F band of the unit WX Station F TV Station F Sig Strength This 8 step analog signal is a number indicating how strong the station is being re
38. red indicate the tuning mode of the ST TUNE The LED labeled PRE indicates that the preset mode the preset functions are determined by the control system program is activated The TUNE indicator illuminates when the manual tuning mode is activated and SRCH indicates that search tuning is activated UP DOWN CONTROL BUTTONS During the PRE mode the up or down control buttons cause the Cresnet control system to perform a preset or pre programmed function If not programmed these buttons have no function during this mode Refer to Programming with SIMPL Windows on page 13 for further information While in the TUNE mode the up or down buttons increment and decrement the radio or TV frequency by one step during each press If pressed and held the ST TUNE will rapidly tune up or down If the selected band supports the search tuning function pressing either button during the SRCH mode searches the radio or TV frequency range for the next strong incoming signal NOTE The SRCH mode performs most accurately after the ST TUNE has reached optimum operating temperature approximately 10 minutes and is receiving an adequately strong signals Refer to the Sense High and Sense Low entry of the ST TUNE and STI TUNE Symbol Input Descriptions table on page 18 for further information SELECTION BUTTONS The selection buttons cycle the reception functions of the ST TUNE Repeatedly pressing the BAND button cycles through the AM FM WX and TV bands
39. skill N J its authorized subsidiaries with RMA number clearly marked on the outside of all cartons Shipments arriving freight collect or without an RMA number shall be subject to refusal CRESTRON reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to charge a 1596 restocking fee plus shipping costs on any products returned with an RMA 3 Return freight charges following repair of items under warranty shall be paid by CRESTRON shipping by standard ground carrier In the event repairs are found to be non warranty return freight costs shall be paid by the purchaser CRESTRON Limited Warranty CRESTRON ELECTRONICS Inc warrants its Cresnet products denoted by a CN prefix model number to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three 3 years from the date of shipment to purchaser Disk drives and any other moving or rotating mechanical parts are covered for a period of one 1 year CRESTRON warrants all its other products for a period of one year from the defects mentioned above excluding touchscreen display components which are covered for 90 days Incandescent lamps are completely excluded from Crestron s Limited Warranty CRESTRON shall at its option repair or replace any product found defective without charge for parts or labor Repaired or replaced equipment and parts supplied under this warranty shall be covered only by the unexpired portion of the warranty CRESTRON shall not b
40. that begins on page 25 NOTE The diagram below shows the US version ST TUNE that requires F type 75 ohm coaxial connectors for the FM and TV inputs The international version STI TUNE requires connectors 9 5mm for FM and 11mm for TV Hookup Diagram for ST TUNE QJ 1605566 La CJ il ca me 10 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Operations Guide DOC 5833A 1 Attach one of the ST TUNES to the control system verify that the software is running 2 From the SIMPL Windows or VT Pro e menu select Tools Viewport to open the Crestron Viewport 3 From the Viewport menu select Functions Set Network ID The software checks the baud rate and then opens the Set Network ID dialog box 4 In the Set Network ID dialog box select ST TUNE from the Current Network Devices text window 5 From the Choose the new network ID for the selected device Hex text box select the new Net ID for the ST TUNE 6 Click Set ID to initiate the change This will display the ID command has been sent dialog box 7 Inthe Command Complete dialog box click OK 8 Inthe Current Network Devices text window verify the NET ID code 9 Inthe Set Network ID dialog box click Close NOTE The new NET ID code may also be verified by selecting
41. tructions To fabricate a high gain AM antenna perform the following steps 1 Extend wire approximately 36 inches 2 shown below create 15 5 inch approximately diameter loops with the wire and wrap or twist tie the loop in at least eight 8 equidistant places Create 15 Loops SECURE LOOPS WITH AT LEAST EIGHT PLASTIC p TIE WRAPS OR TWIST TIES 15 LOOPS AT APPROXIMATELY 5 INCHES DIAMETER S APPROXIMATELY 36 INCHES Y 3 Bring the ends of the wire together Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE 25 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Crestron ST TUNE 4 As shown below twist the wires together at two 2 turns per inch until the length of the twisted wires is approximately 34 inches Twist Wires Together APPROXIMATELY 34 INCHES WITH TWO TURNS PER INCH 5 If necessary trim the ends of the wire to make them even Strip 1 4 inch of insulation from each end of the wire 6 Install the RCA connector cap onto the wires Using the soldering iron solder each end of the wire to the RCA connector as shown below Solder either end of wire to either connector terminal Solder Connector 26 Integrated AM FM TV Tuner ST TUNE Operations Guide DOC 5833A Crestron ST TUNE Integrated AM FM TV Tuner Appendix 2 STI TUNE TV Receptions The table in this appendix provides a list of program numbers channels and corresponding frequencies for TV reception of international vers
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