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Crestron electronic TPS-GA-TPI Computer Monitor User Manual

1. Program Manager Program Manager is the view where programmers program a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View Each signal in the symbol 1s described in the SIMPL Windows help file F1 Programming with VisionTools Pro e Touchpanel or display screens should be created in VT Pro e to allow accessing the embedded applications switching of source signals to desired outputs as well as selection of the system mode There are no special programming requirements to use the functions of the TPS GA TPI in a room control system Multi Mode Objects The single most advanced VT Pro e high performance programming technique involving the TPS GA TPI is the concept of multi mode objects A multi mode object 1 e button legend etc is an object drawn on a VT Pro e page that can have one or more active and inactive visible settings modes Multi mode objects offer high performance programming For examples refer to http www crestron com downloads example_programs asp and search for Multi mode object examples This file contains the VT Pro e interface files and SIMPL Windows files that illustrate the high performance capabilities of multi mode objects WAV File Audio Messages The TPS GA TPI interfaces are capable of producing via headphone jack or transmitting via QuickMedia audio messages as system prompts and responses The
2. Store Preset Will store any changes you have made to the video setup at the displayed preset number Restore Default Restores the video settings to their original defaults Color Settings Color Control When Video S Video or Component is selected as the video type these controls are available The Restore Default Color Settings button places the controls at their midpoint Brightness Adjusts video image brightness with the and buttons Contrast Adjusts video image contrast with the and buttons Saturation Adjusts video image saturation with the and buttons 3 Hue Adjusts video image hue with the and buttons Red Adjusts the amount of red in the video signal Available when the RGB Color button is selected Continued on following page Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 27 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Video I Setup Details Video S Video Component and RGB Continued VIDEO 1 SETUP SCREEN DESCRIPTION CONTROLS Color Control Continued Green Adjusts the amount of green in the video signal Available when the RGB Color button is selected Blue Adjusts the amount of blue in the video signal Available when the RGB Color button is selected Overscan These controls adjust the amount of video information at the edges of the image This part of the video picture is usually beyond the displ
3. AT Analog Formats RGBHV RGBS and RGsB eo Input Resolution Non interlaced 640x480 minimum to 1600x1200 maximum Horizontal Frequency 31 5 to 100 kHz Vertical Frequency 60 to 85 Hz 60 Hz limit at 1600x1200 Standard HD15 connector configured to optimize performance PN sionat PIN SIGNAL 1 Red 9 No Connect Green Ground Blue No Connect Reserved Monitor Sense Ground Horizontal Synch Red Vertical Ground Synch Green Monitor Ground Sense Clock Blue Ground VIDEO IN 1 2 2 sets of 3 BNC female connectors y P V P C COMP comprises 2 video inputs CN CN eS Dynamically configurable under system Ke K J Kor y y gu u y Q 9 O control as 1 auto detecting component YPbPr S Video Y C or composite video input Formats 480i NTSC 576i PAL 480p 576p 720p and 1080i Horizontal Frequency 15 to 45 kHz Vertical Frequency 50 to 60 Hz 1 Interface connectors for NET port is provided with the unit 2 Refer to the Crestron website or contact Crestron for the latest firmware capabilities and device support Connect to external touchscreen via part number 4501251 supplied or CNPS 602 CNSP 616 CNSP 617 CNSP 621 or CNSP 622 available separately call Crestron 3 The TPS GA TPI can be powered via the 24 VDC jack OR the NET port Be sure to use a Crestron approved power supply as another may cause damage 10 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide D
4. Alternatively use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router e Use the Address Book in the Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the TPS GA TPI with the TPS GA TPI s TCP IP communication parameters e Display the System Info window click the 1 icon and select the TPS GA TPI entry Programs Projects and Firmware Program project or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new features are developed after product releases One has the option to upload programs and projects via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox For details on uploading and upgrading refer to the SIMPL Windows help file VisionTools Pro e help file or the Crestron Toolbox help file SIMPL Windows If a SIMPL Windows program is provided it can be uploaded to the control system using Simple Windows or Crestron Toolbox Vision Tools Pro e Upload the VisionTools Pro e file to the touchpanel interface using VisionTools Pro e or Crestron Toolbox If loading a project to a touchpanel interface that has an external compact flash slot please use Crestron Toolbox Firmware Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site including the FTP site Upgrade TPS GA TPI firmware vi
5. CNXHUB to maintain signal quality For more details refer to Check Network Wiring on page 45 Ethernet The TPS GA TPI also uses high speed Ethernet for communications between the device and a control system computer digital media server and other IP based devices For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system refer to the latest version of the Crestron e Control Reference Guide Doc 6052 which is available for download from the Crestron website www crestron com manuals QuickMedia Wiring The Crestron QuickMedia cable sold under the name CresCAT QM contains one CATSE cable and one Cresnet cable in Siamese jackets Installation of any QM device is as simple as installing CresCAT QM wires from the output of one device to the input of another Installations are flexible affordable and fast For more information refer to the latest revision of the Crestron MediaManager Applications Guide Doc 6244 which is available for download from the Crestron website 12 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface CresCAT QM Cable Cresnet f gt CAT5 Pair 1 W K lt a CAT5 Pair 2 CresCAT QM Cable SQ AN CAT5 Pair 3 N CAT5 Pair 4 NOTE Do not untwist the two wires in a single pair for more than 1 3 1 2 0 84 1 27 cm when making a connection The twists are critical to cancel
6. CRESTRON is not liable for any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser for a third party 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 Except as expressly set forth in this warranty CRESTRON makes no other warranties expressed or implied nor authorizes any other party to offer any warranty including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Any implied warranties that may be imposed by law are limited to the terms of this limited warranty 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 Windows95 98 Me XP and WindowsNT 2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 50 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface This page is intentionally left blank Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 51 CRESTRON Crestron Electronics Inc Operations Guide DOC 6501 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 2016594 Tel 888 CRESTRON 01 07 Fax 201 767 7576 Specifications subje
7. Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys The TPS GA TPI offers vibrant 24 bit color depth with 8 bit alpha channel transparency to produce incredible 3D graphics and high res images The Isys engine supports dynamic graphics and text full motion animations multimode objects and PNG translucency all with astonishing speed Synapse Crestron s exclusive Synapse Image Rendering Algorithm enables system programmers to produce amazing graphics faster and easier Advanced antialiasing delivers crisper sharper objects and text Enhanced 3D effects add new depth and style And because Synapse is native to the touchpanel memory requirements and upload time are substantially reduced Dual Window HD Video and RGB The TPS GA TPI can simultaneously display two fully scalable full motion video windows each supporting standard video HDTV and high resolution RGB signals from external AV and computer sources Discrete video scalers with motion adaptive deinterlacing bring out the highest detail minimizing visible scan lines and motion artifacts for a truly remarkable picture Advanced gamma correction and built in time base correction ensure accurate color reproduction and a jitter free image Touch the PC Crestron s exclusive Touch the PC technology allows real time touchpanel navigation of any Windows PC through a direct high speed serial connection Built in Annotation Built in annotation capability allows
8. Make sure the USB mouse is not attached when you calibrate the touchscreen Calibrating the touchscreen with the mouse attached may cause the system to become unstable NOTE Some non Crestron touchscreens require that the pen supplied with the touchscreen be used during calibration Simply touching the screen with your finger will not work 8 Calibrate the touchscreen by selecting Functions Setup Mode Enter Calibration Mode in the Toolbox System Info window USB Connection 1 Connect the RGBHV OUT to the RGB in on the touchscreen 2 Connect to the TPS GA TPI via serial or TCP IP communication as described in Establishing Communication on page 41 3 Using the Toolbox Text Console enter the EXTT command to set the TPS GA TPI for the touchscreen you have connected 4 Using the Toolbox Text Console enter the TPIMODE command to set the TPS GA TPI to the native resolution of the touchscreen Refer to the touchscreen documentation to determine it s native resolution 5 Attach a USB cable assembly between the touchscreen and the TPS GA TPI 6 Reboot the TPS GA TPI and the touchscreen 7 Calibrate the touchscreen by selecting Functions Setup Mode Enter Calibration Mode in the Toolbox System Info window Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 33 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestro
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10. accident unusual stress neglect misuse failure of electric power operation of the Software with other media not meeting or not maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications or causes other than ordinary use 2 improper installation by anyone other than Crestron or its authorized agents of the Software that deviates from any operating procedures established by Crestron in the material and files provided to You by Crestron or its authorized agent 3 use of the Software on unauthorized hardware or 4 modification of alteration of or additions to the Software undertaken by persons other than Crestron or Crestron s authorized agents ANY LIABILITY OF CRESTRON FOR A DEFECTIVE COPY OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF YOUR COPY OF THE SOFTWARE WITH ANOTHER COPY OR REFUND OF THE INITIAL LICENSE FEE CRESTRON RECEIVED FROM YOU FOR THE DEFECTIVE COPY OF THE PRODUCT THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY TO YOU IN NO EVENT SHALL CRESTRON BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND PROPERTY OR ECONOMIC DAMAGES INCLUSIVE EVEN IF A CRESTRON REPRESENTATIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR OF ANY CLAIM BY ANY THIRD PARTY CRESTRON MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE OR INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PARTY T
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12. Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Connectors Controls amp Indicators Continued CONNECTORS DESCRIPTION CONTROLS amp INDICATORS 1 2 mm barrel DC power jack 24 Volt DC power input PW 2420RU power supply sold separately Four position terminal block connector for data and power Connects to Cresnet control network Pin 1 24 Power Pin 2 Y Data Pin 3 Z Data Pin 4 G Ground 2 USB 1 1 Type A female for mouse or touchscreen input MEMORY EXP 2 Type Il PC Card slots reserved for future PC CARD A B applications veon F H 1 Type II Compact Flash card slot for a memory expansion up to 4 Gb 1 8 wire RJ 45 female QuickMedia output port containing RGB same as RGBHV OUTPUT and WAV file audio Format RGBHV Output Resolution Software programmable 800x600 1024x768 1280x768 1366x768 1152x864 1280x1024 Connects to QM input port of any QuickMedia device via CresCAT QM or CresCAT IM cable Continued on following page Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 9 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Connectors Controls amp Indicators Continued CONNECTORS DESCRIPTION CONTROLS amp INDICATORS RGBHV IN 1 2 2 DB15HD female RGB VGA inputs
13. PC V1 Serial Mouse Control Driver Touch the PC V2 Touch the PC Driver 46 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Further Inquiries If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide please take advantage of Crestron s award winning customer service team by calling the Crestron corporate headquarters at 1 888 CRESTRON 1 888 273 7876 For assistance in your local time zone refer to the Crestron website http www crestron com for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website to ask questions about Crestron products First time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the TPS GA TPI additional information 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 Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its relevance Updates are identified as an Addendum in the Download column Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 47 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Software L
14. and Up decrease and increase the Cresnet ID by one respectively The Ethernet Enable and Disable buttons determine the status of the interface s Ethernet communications NOTE The TPS GA TPI does not support wireless Ethernet There may be Ethernet devices 1 e a control system on the network that communicate with the TPS GA TPI via CIP Cresnet Internet Protocol The CIP buttons located on the INTERFACE MENU determine if the TPS GA TPI is capable of this type of communication Select Enable to permit this protocol recognition and Disable to prohibit any CIP connection CIP must be enabled for the TPS GA TPI to communicate with other Crestron Ethernet devices The four buttons on the bottom define how the RS 232 port can be used as a console port 1 e loading TPS GA TPI projects and firmware a touch output port communication of touch coordinates to an external device a mouse input port allows a mouse to control the interface and an external touch input allows another device to control the touchscreen Select the Save and Return button located on the INTERFACE MENU to save changes and return to the SETUP MENU Ethernet Setup Menu Selection of the Ethernet button from the SETUP MENU displays the ETHERNET SETUP MENU This menu provides buttons for Ethernet Status Test for details such as the IP Address Subnet Mask Default Router IP Table etc DHCP Enable Disable and Static IP Options Each of the Static IP Opti
15. both Damage to the unit may result Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 31 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI NOTE Crestron recommends an independent power supply for the TPS GA TPI when Cresnet power is not available NOTE For optimum performance Crestron strongly recommends using Crestron Certified CresCAT QM cable available from Crestron Other high quality low skew CATS5e CAT 6 wiring may also be used with varying performance NOTE The maximum continuous current from equipment under any external load conditions shall not exceed a current limit that is suitable for the minimum wire gauge used in interconnecting cables The ratings on the connecting unit s supply input should be considered to prevent overloading the wiring NOTE Sound in downloaded WAV format and key click are sent to the headphone and QuickMedia output External Touchscreen There are six external non Crestron touchscreens that will work with the TPS GA TPI Each can be connected via serial connection or USB The connection procedures are similar for all of them There are two commands that must be executed at the command line interface provided by the Toolbox Text Console Text Console Commands COMMAND COMMAND SYNTAX DESCRIPTION EXTTOUCH EXTT lt value gt Allows you to specify the external touchscreen being used Valid values are SMART Smart Series ELO ELO Graphics MICROT
16. presenters to write or draw over computer and video images on the touchscreen using a finger or stylus and output the image live for audience display Audio Features An audio output is provided for connection to the display device or separate amplified speakers supporting customizable button feedback personalized sounds and voice prompts QuickMedia Output A QuickMedia output port is included allowing for output of the touchscreen image to feed a remote display device QuickMedia provides a single cable solution for routing the TPS GA TPI s display output and audio signals up to 450 feet High Speed Connectivity Both Cresnet and high speed Ethernet are standard on the TPS GA TPI providing for easy network integration and seamless communications with Crestron control systems 2 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface O perations Guide DOC 6501 Internal Block Diagram The following diagram represents the internal configuration of the TPS GA TPI These units feature two RGBHV inputs to recetve RGBS and RGsB from a computer and two sets of three BNC connectors to receive video and HDTV composite S video and component inputs There is also a QM output for connection to a QM receiver or switcher For more information refer to QuickMedia Wiring on page 12 Internal Block Diagram of the TPS GA TPI Headphone
17. the phase of the RGB signal Controls are shown for both coarse and fine adjustments Restore Returns the video signal to its original default phase Default Phase 1 Video default is zero 0 for each of the video parameters brightness contrast red green and blue 2 Adjustment applies to the currently selected video source only 3 These controls are available only in Video S Video and Component modes In RGB mode they are analogous to the Position V Size and H Size controls 28 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Diagnostics Menu The Diagnostics button from the MAIN MENU contains controls for diagnostic tools The diagnostic tools should only be used under supervision from a Crestron customer service representative during telephone support The options available from the DIAGNOSTICS MENU are numeric in nature and their interpretation is beyond the scope of this manual DIAGNOSTICS MENU Firmware Version Display Display Test Patterns Test Pattern Color Bars Display Display Vertical Lines Grayscale Display Grid Pattern i Display Display Hardware Information Configuration EEProm Hardware Tests Touch Screen Self Test Test Installation Ventilation The TPS GA TPI should be used in a well ventilated area The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circumstances If the TPS GA TPI is hot to the to
18. the unit in the rack NOTE If rack mounting is not required rubber feet are provided for tabletop mounting or stacking Apply the feet near the corner edges on the underside of the unit NOTE Reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment should be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit e g use of power strips To install the ears 1 There are screws that secure each side of the TPS GA TPI top cover Using a 2 Phillips screwdriver remove the three screws closest to the front panel from one side of the unit Refer to the diagram following step 3 for a detailed view 2 Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated by the screws in step 1 3 Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1 as shown in the following diagram Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting this image shows a IRU device USE COVER SCREWS 4 Repeat procedure steps through 3 to attach the remaining ear to the opposite side Stacking Four feet are provided with the TPS GA TPI so that if the unit is not rack mounted the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked These feet should be attached prior to the hookup procedure by removing the adhesive backing and pressing them onto the bottom of the device Refer to the following illustration for placement of the feet 30 e Isys G Seri
19. touchpanel or other video device are required Refer to Hardware Hookup on page 31 for details To configure the unit it may be necessary to access a series of setup screens prior to viewing run time screens that are loaded into the interface for normal operation The MAIN MENU for configuring the interface appears when a finger is held to the connected touchscreen as power is applied or after the hardware reset button is pressed and released Remove your finger when the message SETUP MODE briefly appears on the touchscreen 14 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Upon entering SETUP MODE the MAIN MENU as shown in the following illustration displays four buttons Touch Screen Calibration Exit and Run Program Setup and Diagnostics The Exit and Run Program button verifies that all of the setup information has been saved to the EEPROM and displays the main page that has been programmed into your system The remaining buttons on the MAIN MENU open other menus which are discussed in subsequent paragraphs MAIN MENU Exit and Run Program Touch Screen Calibration Diagnostics Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 15 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Calibration Menu CALIBRATION MENU Perform Calibration Touch Touchscreen Calibration on t
20. 5 536 Colors Highcolor 24 bits 16 7 million Colors Truecolor 32 bits 16 7 million Colors plus Transparency When creating a VT Pro e project you can elect to compress and reduce the image size in the Page Properties window for the entire page and or perform the same function of reducing the image size using the Image Properties window A reduction in image size will save a considerable amount of memory space for your project In VT Pro e the Compress checkbox permits the image to be compressed when compiling The 16 Bits checkbox converts a 24 bit or 32 bit image to 16 bits This conversion to a 16 bit image may cause the loss of some subtle shading To compensate for this use the dithering to simulate the original shading Various dithering types are available Refer to the following illustrations VT Pro e Page Properties Window Bit Depth Selection VT Pro e Image Properties Window Bit Depth Selection Page Properties Image Properties Display Image 7 Inactive State O Active State Image True colors Graphic mode Tile Stretch to fit Graphic Effect Enable Ditherirg Image True colors Select Property to Modify ig aS Type Floyed Stein SS _ Enable C Compress 16 Bits Project Graphic Resources Bits Per Pixel 7 8 fe 16 Cumulative Yanation_ 2 jpg De Select Property to Modify tor D with Left Height MultiByte International Characters Most languages
21. Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Operations Guide This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at CRESTRON Crestron Electronics Inc 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh NJ 07647 1 888 CRESTRON All brand names product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners 2007 Crestron Electronics Inc Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Contents Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI 1 Ae EL TE A oi AE E AEA E EE E E E A E E A E A E l Fedre sand FONCIONS copri T a O 1 Internal Block Dia or ain v tatch23 hers tasataniaistarsasedeaeaseteeteiatsbesectapuieieteaeadece eee 3 SPECI CA ONS Gee eet eee ree en E ee Ee CE Te enn ee mee ates eee 4 PHY SiCal DESCH PON 023 6 yhca cscs teh aateeal a beanie ek assknsaeee aes 6 Indust Om p ANCE cerren a a a a a 11 E a E E N E ee ee re ae 12 INGE Oke Winna onssa anaran a E T i PETC AEE N EET Seba A TEE EA E A E E E 12 O ickMedia Winni sesser a a a 12 Iden y C OCS arenen aN A T 14 Configuring the Touchpanel Interface cceeeeesesssesseeeeeessssssessssssssesssssssssseaaees 14 IIS CAAT OM ofan znates veces sana pans sete nase duauensbamedoncsewetaceus a senasacteceawenanensetoeumu backs 29 PED AE LV AS TOOKU Deana E 31 Extemal Touchscreen e a T E Tales 32 PPE OAM TN 85 OFLU ALG renane a a T E E a A 34 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC
22. Ethernet connection Another device set to the same IP address Check Network Wiring Use the Right Wire CORRECTIVE ACTION Enable ICMP by typing ICMP ON at the command prompt in the Toolbox Text Console Verify correct programs Verify proper video set up Verify video input and QM connections Assign correct IP address to TPS G TPI Assign correct IP mask Ensure that the PC and the TPS GA TPI are on the same subnet Check Touch settings on INTERFACE MENU Use Toolbox function Setup Mode to perform calibration Match communication settings of interface to peripheral device Touch the screen to reactivate Enter SETUP MODE and recalibrate Verify proper connection at interface LAN port Obtain new interface static IP address In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support 1s required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire Calculate Power CAUTION Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment Failure to do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty CAUTION Provide sufficient power to the system Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results or damage to the equipment Please use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is ne
23. GA TPI e 7 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Connectors Controls amp Indicators Continued CONNECTORS DESCRIPTION CONTROLS amp INDICATORS RGBHV OUT 1 DB15 HD female RGB VGA output ra a Analog Format RGBHV wo Output Resolution Software programmable 800x600 1024x768 1280x768 1366x768 1152x864 1280x1024 Sync Output Type RGBHV Sync Output Level TTL 4 0 Vp p Vertical Frequency 60Hz fixed PIN signal PIN SIGNAL 1 Red 9 No Connect Green Ground Blue No Connect Reserved No Connect Ground Horizontal Synch Red Vertical Ground Synch Green No Ground Connect Blue Ground HEADPHONES 1 3 5 mm TRS mini phone jack a Stereo headphone or unbalanced stereo line A level audio output ey Output power 12mW per channel Minimum Impedance 32 ohms RS 232 1 6 pin RJ 11 female i Computer console or mouse touchscreen input port Bidirectional RS 232 up to 115 2k baud Hardware and software handshaking support 1 8 wire RJ 45 with two LED indicators GREEN YELLOW 10BaseT 100BaseT X Ethernet port EE i Green LED indicates link status ia I Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 TX N C 2 TX RC 3 RC N C 4 N C N C PIN 8 Continued on following page 8 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI
24. Jack RGBHV IN 1 RGBHV ODOT OUT RGBHV IN 2 O OOO Video Digitizer Graphics Processor USB Ports 2 RS 232 f Ik Controller CPU Ethernet Cresnet Memory Expansion Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 3 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Specifications Specifications for the TPS GA TPI are listed in the following table TPS GA TPI Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Device Support Mouse Microsoft Serial Mouse Kensington Serial Mouse Generic USB Mouse Touchscreen Pen Display 3M Dynapro SC3 3M Microtouch CyberTouch DisplayMate Elo Touchsystems SMART Technologies Wacom Processor CPU 32 bit Freescale ColdFire Microprocessor Processing Speed 410 MIPS Dhrystone 2 1 benchmark Memory DDR RAM 128 Mb Flash 64 Mb Compact Flash 4 Gb Type II CF not included Max Project Size 145 to 160 Mb Graphic Engine Isys engine 24 bit non palette graphics 8 bit alpha channel transparency 16 7 million colors Synapse image rendering algorithm multi mode objects dynamic graphics PNG translucency full motion 60 fps animation transition effects color key video windowing Ethernet 10BaseT 100BaseTX auto switching auto negotiating full nalf duplex TCP IP UDP IP CIP IEEE 802 3U compliant Video RGB Input Signal Types RGB and auto detecting composite S video or component video Input Formats SDTV 480i NTSC
25. Microtouch DISPLAYMATE Displaymate SC3 WACOM Wacom SMART2 Smart DTT770 Entering EXTT without parameter returns currently installed touchscreen TPIMODE TPIMODE lt mode gt Allows you to set the output screen resolution Valid values are 0 1024H x 768V Default 1 800H x 600V 2 1280H x 768V 3 1152H x 864V 4 1280H x 1024V 5 1366H x 768V NOTE Be sure to download and read Crestron Serial Mouse Control Driver Software Programmer s Guide Doc 5916A and Crestron Touch the PC Driver Software Programmer s Guide Doc 5961B 32 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Serial Connection 1 Connect the RGBHV OUT to the RGB in on the touchscreen 2 Connect to the TPS GA TPI via USB or TCP IP communication as described in Establishing Communication on page 41 3 Using the Toolbox Text Console enter the EXTT command to set the TPS GA TPI for the touchscreen you have connected 4 Using the Toolbox Text Console enter the TPIMODE command to set the TPS GA TPI to the native resolution of the touchscreen Refer to the touchscreen documentation to determine its native resolution 5 Confirm that RS 232 is set to External Touch Input Refer to RS 232 Menu on page 21 6 Attach a serial cable assembly between the touchscreen and the TPS GA TPI 7 Reboot the TPS GA TPI and the touchscreen CAUTION
26. O OFFER ANY WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FOR THIS PRODUCT THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS WARRANTIES Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 49 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI 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 an authorized CRESTRON dealer Only authorized CRESTRON dealers may 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 6 Volvo Drive Rockleigh N J or 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 15 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
27. OC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface 4 The eight pin RJ 45 QuickMedia transport port accepts CATSE CAT 6 carrying audio video and microphone signals The QM output port conforms to the 568B wiring standard Refer to the following table for connector pinouts QM ASSIGNMENT COMPOSITE yao PIN WIRE COLORS QM ASSIGNMENT RGB S VIDEO COMPONENT AND NUMBER EIA 568B cnc 1 WHITE ORANGE RGB RED CHROMINANCE P 2 ORANGE RGB RED CHROMINANCE P 3 WHITE GREEN RGB GREEN LUMINANCE Y 4 BLUE DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO 5 WHITE BLUE DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO 6 GREEN RGB GREEN LUMINANCE Y 7 WHITE BROWN RGB BLUE COMPOSITE Pp 8 BROWN RGB BLUE COMPOSITE P Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture the TPS GA TPI has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radio communications Compliance Labeling CE 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 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a r
28. a Crestron Toolbox e Establish serial or TCP IP communications with the TPS GA TPI and display the System Info window e Select Functions Firmware to upgrade the TPS GA TPI firmware 42 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Cresnet Connections Ethernet Connections Program Checks Actions that can be performed on the TPS GA TPI vary depending on whether it is connected via Cresnet or Ethernet For Cresnet connections display the network device tree Tools Network Device Tree to show all network devices connected to the control system Right click on the TPS GA TPI to display actions that can be performed on the TPS GA TPI For Ethernet connections display the System Info window click the 1 icon and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be performed on the TPS GA TPI Be sure to use the Crestron Toolbox to create the TPS GA TPI IP table e Select Functions IP Table Setup e Add modify or delete entries in the IP table The TPS GA TPI can have only one IP table entry e A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent to the device Edit the control system s IP table to include an entry for the TPS GA TPI The entry should list the TPS GA TPI s IP ID specified on the TPS GA TPI s IP table and the internal gateway IP address 127 0 0 1 Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Serie
29. amp 576i PAL EDTV 480p amp 576p HDTV 720p amp 1080i RGB VGA 640 x 480 up to UXGA 1600 x 1200 Color Depth 24 bit 16 7M colors Features Dual window each scalable to full screen time base correction gamma correction line doubling motion adaptive deinterlacing reverse 3 2 2 2 pulldown Audio Hardware Features Stereo headphonelline level audio output internal volume control and audio mixer Audio Feedback WAV 8 bit PCM mono 8 kHz sampling rate D A Conversion QM 24 bit 48 kHz Continued on following page 4 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Specifications Continued SPECIFICATION DETAILS Power Requirements Power Supply PW 2420RU sold separately Cresnet Power Usage 45 Watts 1 875 Amps 24 Volts DC Default NET ID 03 Minimum 2 Series Control Version 3 155 1143 or later System Update File gt Environmental Temperature 50 to 113 F 10 to 45 C Humidity 10 to 90 RH non condensing Enclosure Construction Black metal 1U 19 inch rack mountable rack ears included Dimensions Height 1 80 in 4 57 cm with feet 1 70 in 4 32 cm without feet Width 19 0 in 48 26 cm with ears 17 03 in 43 24 cm without ears Depth 10 68 in 27 13 cm Weight 4 8 lbs 2 2 kg Available Accessories PW 2420RU Power Supply ST PK Programming Cable Kit 1 Specific mo
30. and 9 PROZ Slot 1 Empty C2 Card Slot Slot 2 Empty C2 Card Slot Slot 3 Empty C2 Card Slot HB Slot 4 C21 com EE Slot 5 C2I IR8 HB Slot 6 C21 108 Slot 7 C21 R 8 HB Slot 5 CZENET 1 IP ID 03 TPS G4 TPI Ethernet E3 Slot 9 C2Net Device ies ID 03 TPS GA TPI Cresnet EE Slot 10 C21 PRO LCDPANEL e Additional TPS GA TPI devices are assigned different Net ID for Cresnet devices or IP ID for Ethernet devices numbers as they are added e If necessary double click a device to open the Device Settings window and change the Net ID or IP ID as shown in the following figures TPS GA TPI Cresnet Device Settings Window Device Settings Crestron PS GA IPI Cresnet Ed Connection Sheet Ethernet Upload Address Seral Upload Settings Device Info Device Hame Net ID Ul Project Chaining NetID 03 Cancel 36 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Ethernet Device Settings Window Device Settings Crestron TPS GA TPI Ethernet Eg Seral Upload Settings Ethernet Upload Address Device Info Device Name F Met Address Ul Project Connection Sheet IF ID i IP ID f Remap this IP ID at program upload C Use Host Name Cancel e The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the Net ID or IP ID of each unit
31. anel interface 24 Bit Isys graphics Synapse image rendering algorithm Dual window HD video and RGB display Built in real time annotation High speed Ethernet and Cresnet communications Single space rack mountable The TPS GA TPI is designed to allow for the integration of non Crestron touchscreens into the Crestron control system The TPS GA TPI transforms a third party display device into a full featured Isys G Series touchpanel producing stunning control graphics with dual window display of HD video and high res RGB signals It is perfect for use with any plasma display equipped with a touch sensitive overlay as well as a variety of LCD touchscreen monitors and interactive pen displays Versatile Touchpanel Interface To serve a wide range of touchpanel applications from multimedia presentation to interactive kiosks the TPS GA TPI works with numerous touchscreen and pen display products from 3M Microtouch SMART Technologies Wacom and many others Alternately its output can be displayed on any high resolution monitor or large screen projector providing a graphical interface that 1s fully navigable using an onscreen mouse driven cursor Even without a touchscreen or mouse attached the TPS GA TPI makes an exceptional high resolution graphics display generator perfect for voting systems command centers public information and more Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 1
32. ay capabilities of the screen None Sets the video screen so there is no overscan The amount of used screen area is smallest in this configuration Normal Sets the video screen for normal overscan This results in more area of the screen being used Max This sets the video screen area to the maximum The screen area is largest in this configuration All video information at the edges is visible Size and Position When RGB is selected as the video source these controls are available when the RGB Size and Position button has been pressed Calibration When Perform Calibration button is pressed the device attempts to center the current video signal and find the correct clock and phase settings When Auto Mode is pressed the device first looks for a preset that matches the current video characteristics e g resolution refresh rate etc If one is found it is loaded If one is not found an automatic calibration is performed Manual Mode button allows manual adjustment Position This control allows you to set the position of the video screen on the touchscreen The arrow buttons move the screen along the X and Y axis Restore Returns the video screen to its original position on the Default touchscreen Position Size Allows you to set the size of the video screen in both the vertical and horizontal directions Restore Returns the video screen to it original size on the Default Size touchscreen Phase These controls adjust
33. ay only be modified by a writing signed by an authorized officer of Crestron Updates may be licensed to You by Crestron with additional or different terms This is the entire agreement between Crestron and You relating to the Software and it supersedes any prior representations discussions undertakings communications or advertising relating to the Software The failure of either party to enforce any right or take any action in the event of a breach hereunder shall constitute a waiver unless expressly acknowledged and set forth in writing by the party alleged to have provided such waiver 48 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface If You are a business or organization You agree that upon request from Crestron or its authorized agent You will within thirty 30 days fully document and certify that use of any and all Software at the time of the request is in conformity with Your valid licenses from Crestron of its authorized agent Without prejudice to any other rights Crestron may terminate this Agreement immediately upon notice if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement In such event you must destroy all copies of the Software and all of its component parts PROPRIETARY RIGHTS Copyright All title and copyrights in and to the Software including without limitation any images photographs animations video audio mu
34. 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 products to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of three 3 years from the date of purchase from CRESTRON with the following exceptions disk drives and any other moving or rotating mechanical parts pan tilt heads and power supplies are covered for a period of one 1 year touchscreen display and overlay components are covered for 90 days batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON or an authorized CRESTRON dealer Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer s warranty if any CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty 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 original 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
35. ck and WAV at the headphone output with the and buttons Adjusts the overall bass output with the and buttons Adjusts the overall treble output with the and buttons Adjusts the left right balance of the audio signal at the headphone output with the and buttons This control is visible only when headphones are connected Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 23 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI To open the QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP menu press the QM Output button on the GENERAL AUDIO SETUP menu The QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP menu offers a series of buttons that adjust the program gain and Transmit QM ID The Restore Default Output Settings button returns all audio parameters on this menu to their default settings Program Gain buttons and Transmit QM ID Manual and Auto buttons are provided to adjust QM audio output After these parameters have been set select the Return button to return to the SETUP MENU QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP MENU Restore Default Output Settings Program Gain 0 0 dB Transmit QM ID Refer to the following table for additional QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP menu details QM Audio Output Setup Details QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP SCREEN CONTROLS Restore Default Returns the settings on this menu to their factory Output Settings defaults DESCRIPTION Program Gain This controls the volume of the QM Program audio sent to the QM output
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37. dels and protocols subject to verification refer to the Crestron website or contact factory for latest device support 2 Depends on screen resolution 3 Power should only be applied to the 24VDC power jack OR the NET port not both 4 The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes 5 Crestron 2 Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2 Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2 Series control systems 6 When loading VisionTools VT Pro e files or firmware through the RS 232 port of the control system be sure that the baud rate is at 38400 Cresnet speed or lower Otherwise Toolbox may post the Transfer Failed message NOTE Crestron software and any files on the website are for authorized Crestron dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers CAIP only New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site including the FTP site Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 5 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Physical Description This section provides information on the connections controls and indicators available on your TPS GA TPI TPS GA TPI Front View PWR R CRESTRON TPS GA TPI TPS GA TPI Rear View SANA MEMORY retain x EE 2avoC ues ngr ROBHV INPUT 1 AGBHV INPUT 2 aeei A z
38. e PC via a serial cable Crestron STCP 502PC or equivalent e Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected serial communication protocol RS 232 auto detect baud rate no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit XON XOFF disabled RTS CTS disabled e Display the TPS GA TPI s System Info window click the i icon communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed Indirect Serial Communication Indirect Serial Communication PC RUNNING SERIAL CRESTRON TOOLBOX PAPRAT CONTROL SYSTEM CRESNET TPS GA TPI e TPS GA TPI connects to control system via Cresnet e Establish communications between the PC and the control system as described in the latest version of the 2 Series Control Systems Reference Guide Doc 6256 Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 41 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI TCP IP Communication NOTE Required for operation with a Crestron control system Ethernet Communication PC RUNNING ETHERNET TPS GA TPI CRESTRON TOOLBOX e Establish serial communication between TPS GA TPI and PC e Enter the IP address IP mask and default router of the TPS GA TPI via the Crestron Toolbox Functions Ethernet Addressing otherwise enable DHCP e Confirm Ethernet connections between TPS GA TPI and PC If connecting through a hub or router use CATS straight through cables with 8 pin RJ 45 connectors
39. e automatically saved in non volatile memory 16 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface SETUP MENU Cresnet ID 03 Power LED Brightness f oem A 99 Standby Timeout 99 O Interface Menu The TPS GA TPI communicates with a control system to activate commands or to display feedback from components within the system The communication interface must be correctly configured or communication will not occur To set communication parameters select the Interface button located on the SETUP MENU and display the INTERFACE MENU The Cresnet network identity number Cresnet ID also known as the Net ID is displayed on the INTERFACE MENU Cresnet ID is the two digit hexadecimal number The hexadecimal number can range from 03 to FE and must correspond to the Net ID set in the SIMPL Windows program of the Cresnet system Matching IDs between the TPS GA TPI and the SIMPL Windows program is required if data is to be successfully transferred Net ID for the TPS GA TPI is factory set to 03 No two devices in the same system can have the same Net ID Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 17 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI INTERFACE MENU Save and Return Cresnet ID 03 Ethernet Two buttons adjacent to the Cresnet ID and its displayed hexadecimal number Down
40. eded for the system http www crestron com calculators Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 45 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI When calculating the length of wire for a particular Cresnet run the wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be connected must be taken into consideration Use Crestron Certified Wire only If Cresnet units are to be daisy chained on the run the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be daisy chained must be added together to determine the Cresnet power usage of the entire chain If the unit is home run from a Crestron system power supply network port the Cresnet power usage of that unit is the Cresnet power usage of the entire run The wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of the run should be used in the following equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation s left side Cable Length Equation Where L Length of run or chain in feet Le 40 000 R 6 Ohms Crestron Certified Wire 18 AWG 0 75 MM2 RxP or 1 6 Ohms Cresnet HP 12 AWG 4 MM P Cresnet power usage of entire run or chain Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the right side of the equation For example a Cresnet run using 18 AWG Crestron Certified Wire and drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 333 feet If Cresnet HP is used for the same run its length could extend t
41. ent images which combine to create the truecolor picture The reason this is called truecolor is that this is around the maximum number of colors the human eye is able to detect Truecolor images are sometimes represented by a 32 bit value The extra 8 bits do not enhance the precision of the color representation but act as an alpha channel that represents pixel translucency The 32 bit truecolor has become popular on the computer desktop to provide effects such as translucent windows fading menus and shadows In graphics intensive applications raising or lowering the color depth of the displayed graphics can achieve a balance of performance and quality Lower color depths do not require as much frame buffer memory or display bandwidth allowing them to be generated and displayed more quickly Increasing color depth results in higher color quality at the expense of display speed and responsiveness By using a majority of 8 bit or 16 bit graphics and holding the 32 bit graphics to a minimum ex for a family photo etc you can create a sophisticated project that will fit in the memory space provided and have the interface remain very responsive 38 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Relationship of Bits to Colors NUMBER OF BITS NUMBER OF COLORS 1 bit Black and White 2 bits 4 Colors 4 bits 16 Colors 8 bits 256 Colors 16 bits 6
42. erface TPS GA TPI e 13 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI QM Network Topology Origination Points Midpoints Endpoints TPS GA TPI ence daoo O O QM FTDC QM The TPS GA TPI is an origination point Therefore in a QM system it would be positioned as shown above Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the TPS GA TPI has been factory set to 03 The Net IDs of multiple TPS GA TPI devices in the same system must be unique Net IDs are changed from a personal computer PC via the Crestron Toolbox refer to Establishing Communication on page 41 When setting the Net ID consider the following e The Net ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program e Each network device must have a unique Net ID For more details refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file IP ID The IP ID is set within the TPS GA TPI s table using Crestron Toolbox For information on setting an IP table refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file The IP IDs of multiple TPS GA TPI devices in the same system must be unique When setting the IP ID consider the following e The IP ID of each unit must match an IP ID specified in the SIMPL Windows program e ach device using IP to communicate with a control system must have a unique IP ID Configuring the Touchpanel Interface NOTE In order to configure the TPS GA TPI interface power supplied via Cresnet and a connection to an external
43. es Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Foot Placement for the TPS GA TPI PLACE FEET IN CORNERS Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this paragraph Refer to Network Wiring on page 12 before attaching the 4 position terminal block connector Apply power after all connections have been made When making connections to the TPS GA TPI use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment Hardware Connections for the TPS GA TPI RS 232 USB MEMOR PAF TO COMPUTER MOUSE MOUSE OR COMPACT FLASH AND OR TOUCHSCREEN TOUCHSCREEN DUAL PCMCIA SLOTS APPLICATIONS RGBHV 24VDC OUTPUT AC POWER PACK VIDEO OUT RGBHV INPUT 1 AND 2 VIDEO IN GROUND HEADPHONES LAN NET QM OUT 10BaseT 100BaseTX TO CONTROL QUICKMEDIA VIDEO HIGH SPEED SYSTEM AND AND AUDIO OUTPUT ETHERNET TO LAN OTHER CRESNET DEVICES Y P Y P C COMP VIDEO IN Refer to External Touchscreen on page 32 for touchscreen input connections CAUTION The TPS GA TPI can be powered by either the 24VDC power jack OR the 4 position terminal block connector labeled NET Not
44. esidential installation This 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 m Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 11 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Setup Network Wiring When wiring the network consider the following e Use Crestron Certified Wire e Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment e Provide sufficient power to the system CAUTION Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results or damage to the equipment Please use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system http www crestron com calculators e For larger networks use a Cresnet Hub Repeater
45. he MAIN MENU and then Perform Calibration on the CALIBRATION MENU The message Touch Upper Left appears centered on the panel with a cross hair in the upper left corner Touch the center of the cross hair in the corner of the screen to initiate calibration Another message Touch Upper Right appears with a cross hair in the correct corner Touch the center of the cross hair in the corner of the screen A final message Touch Lower Right appears with a cross hair in the correct corner Touch the center of the cross hair in the corner of the screen to conclude calibration and return to the MAIN MENU NOTE When touching the screen during calibration be as accurate as possible Use the tip of a capped pen or the eraser end of a pencil To cancel calibration and return to the CALIBRATION MENU without saving calibration data create a calibration error by touching the screen in the same spot three times Setup Menu To obtain the SETUP MENU press the Setup button from the MAIN MENU The SETUP MENU offers a series of buttons which open additional menus and displays and are detailed in subsequent paragraphs The SETUP MENU also provides the Power LED brightness control and the standby timeout setting After setup parameters have been selected select the Return button to return to the MAIN MENU NOTE For convenience the current CRESNET ID setting is displayed in the upper left corner NOTE All TPS GA TPI interface settings ar
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47. ideo and Component Enable Tce J sveo comme nat ity J tn me Restore Default Video Preset Color Settings e 0 HEES Touch video for full screen gt e Brightness 50 Contrast 50 Saturation 50 lt O Overscan 26 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface The video menu for RGB controls consists of preset controls color and size amp position submenus Touching the RGB Color button enables controls for brightness contrast red green and blue Touching the RGB Size amp Position button enables position size and phase controls VIDEO 1 SETUP RGB Size and position shown Enable macman Calibration Perform Auto Manual Video Preset Calibration Mode Mode coc E Restore Default Position Touch video for full screen Position A 0 C f Restore Default 9 e Size V Size va H 0 Size E Restore Default Phase Phase Coarse E 6E 0 RGB RGB Size Color amp Position OPARE Fine C 6E 0 Refer to the following table for additional VIDEO 1 SETUP details Video 1 Setup Details Video S Video Component and RGB VIDEO 1 SETUP SCREEN DESCRIPTION CONTROLS Current Video Displays the current Video Preset number Saved presets Preset can also be called up using this control The and buttons decrement and increment the displayed value Load Preset Will load the selected Video Preset
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49. ing out interference between the wires The aggregate cable length of a signal path originating at the TPS GA TPI and terminating at QM endpoint such as a TPS 12G 15G QM L must not exceed 450 feet 137 meters Video signals may experience a loss of quality over very long lengths of cable This phenomenon is due to the added resistance and capacitance of longer cable lengths and is not peculiar to either Crestron and or QuickMedia systems To ensure sufficient bandwidth the maximum aggregate cable length should not exceed 450 feet The use of lower resolution signals may allow increased cable length but must be tested by the installer with the sources to be used The QM pin assignment is based on the EIA TIA 568B RJ 45 Jack standard NOTE When transmitting S video luminance uses the green video pathway and chrominance uses the red video pathway When transmitting composite video the signal is carried on the blue video pathway NOTE When using CresCAT QM wiring four additional wires are included for making Cresnet connections When connecting multiple QM devices the route between a QM origination point transmitter and a QM endpoint receiver cannot have more than two midpoints e g QM MD7x2 or other QM switchers Refer to the following diagram when configuring a QM network NOTE The aggregate length from transmitter to receiver cannot have a delay skew or more than 22 ns Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Int
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51. l the network Verify Cresnet connection to the interface Verify interface is in CRESNET MODE as defined in the Interface Menu on page 17 Touch the screen to remove the message and verify correct wiring to all connectors Enter Setup and verify parameters Use Crestron Toolbox to poll the network Verify that the Cresnet ID for the interface is properly set to match the Net ID in the SIMPL program Use Crestron Toolbox to poll the network and verify that each ID is used only once Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Troubleshooting Continued TROUBLE Interface is not responding to Cresnet No video displayed TPS GA TPI does not respond to ping command Mouse or attached touchpanel does not work Interface does not communicate with RS 232 devices Attached interface display is dark Unexpected response from the interface Communications via the LAN port is not functioning POSSIBLE CAUSE S ICMP is disabled Wrong VT Pro e or SIMPL Windows programs Incorrect input connection IP address not correct LAN green and amber LEDs are off IP mask not correct LAN green and amber LEDs are on PC and TPS GA TPI not on same subnet Incorrect Touch settings Incorrect Calibration Incorrect RS 232 settings Standby timeout has elapsed Interface is incorrectly calibrated Improper
52. lance in the audio mix The Play Test WAV File button plays a short audio file while the Restore Default Audio Settings button returns all audio parameters on this menu to their default settings After these general audio parameters have been set select the Return button to return to the SETUP MENU 22 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface GENERAL AUDIO SETUP MENU Headphone Volume 50 Play Test Restore Default WAV File Audio Settings Key Click Volume 50 Bass 50 WAV Volume 50 Treble 50 0 0 Headphone Balance 50 0 Refer to the following table for additional GENERAL AUDIO SETUP menu details General Audio Setup Details GENERAL AUDIO SETUP SCREEN CONTROLS QM Output Play Test WAV File Restore Default Audio Settings Mute Key Click Volume WAV Volume Headphone Volume Bass Treble Headphone Balance DESCRIPTION Displays the QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP menu Plays a short WAV audio file Returns the settings on this menu to their factory defaults A separate Mute button is supplied for each of the volume controls Adjusts the level of the key click sound with the and buttons Adjusts the volume of the WAV file with the and buttons Click Play Test WAV File button to sample and adjust the volume as a pre loaded WAV file plays Adjusts the volume of the Key Cli
53. m the Device Library e To incorporate the TPS GA TPI Cresnet into the system drag the TPS GA TPI from the Touchpanels Touchpanels Cresnet folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views 34 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Locating the TPS GA TPI Cresnet in the Device Library Sy Touchpanels Touchpanels Cresnet i C2N FT TPS4 Cresnet CT 1000 cT 1550 TP5 15 Cresnet TPS 15G QM Cresnet TP5 17 Cresnet TPS GA TPI Cresnet TPS TPI e To incorporate the TPS GA TPI Ethernet into the system drag the TPS GA TPI from the Touchpanels Touchpanels Ethernet folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views Locating the TPS GA TPI Ethernet in the Device Library Sy Touchpanels 9 Touchpanels Cresnet Touchpanels Ethernet C2N FT TP54 Ethernet 2 M FTCC TPS_TPS4 TP5 4 Ethernet i TPMC 10 Y TPS 17 Ethernet TPS 4L Ethernet TP5 5000 wi TPS EMET j TPS 6000 wi TPS EMET TPS G4 TPI Ethernet i la l e The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate slot with a default Net ID or IP ID as shown in the following illustration Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 35 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI C2Net Device Slots 8
54. n software Answers to frequently asked questions FAQs can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron s True Blue Support log in at http support crestron com First time users will need to establish a user account Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC NOTE Crestron recommends that you use the latest software to take advantage of the most recently released features The latest software 1s available from the Crestron website Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows based software tools to develop a Cresnet system The following are the minimum recommended software versions for the PC Software REQUIRED SOFTWARE VERSION Program control system to SIMPL Windows version 2 06 16 or later operate TPS GA TPI with SIMPL Cross Compiler version 1 1 or later and Library update 453 or later Also requires Crestron Database version 18 5 0 or later Upload program and firmware Crestron Toolbox 1 04 15 or later For graphical touchscreen Crestron VisionTools Pro e version 3 4 0 7 design or later Programming with SIMPL Windows SIMPL Windows is Crestron s premier software for programming Crestron control systems It is organized into two separate but equally important Managers Configuration Manager Configuration Manager is the view where programmers build a Crestron control system by selecting hardware fro
55. nel Interface ETHERNET SETUP MENU DHCP ENABLED Ethernet Status Test Current IP Address RS 232 Menu The TPS GA TPI interface allows for one of four RS 232 communication modes e Console i e loading TPS GA TPI interface projects and firmware e Touch Output communication of touch coordinates to an external device e Mouse Input allows a mouse to control the interface e External Touch Input allows another device to control the interface For convenience the RS 232 MENU Console Port Mode also permits the selection of the RS 232 communication options Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits Parity RTS On Off and XON XOFF On Off Touch the communication option to select communication parameters and then select Save and Return to save the RS 232 settings and return to the SETUP MENU Default settings Console mode Baud rate 115200 data bits 8 bit stop bit 1 parity none RTS off and XON XOFF off Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 21 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI RS 232 MENU Baud Rate 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 15200 General Audio Setup To open the GENERAL AUDIO SETUP menu press the Audio button from the SETUP MENU The GENERAL AUDIO SETUP menu offers a series of buttons that adjust the volume as indicated by the gauges These controls allow you to precisely control key click WAV and headphone volume bass and treble and headphone ba
56. nterface Crestron TPS GA TPI Video Setup Details VIDEO SETUP SCREEN DESCRIPTION CONTROLS Setup Video 1 Displays the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu By default the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu displays video controls Brightness Contrast Saturation and Hue on the right side of the menu Video Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 1 button will open the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu in Video mode S Video Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 1 button will open the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu in S Video mode Component Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 1 button will open the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu in Component mode RGB Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 1 button will open the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu in RGB mode Setup Video 2 Displays the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu By default the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu displays video controls Brightness Contrast Saturation and Hue on the right side of the menu Video Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 2 button will open the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu in Video mode S Video Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 2 button will open the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu in S Video mode Component Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 2 button will open the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu in Component mode RGB Pressing this before pressing the Setup Video 2 button will open the VIDEO 2 SETUP menu in RGB mode The following screen is displayed when Video S Video or Component are selected VIDEO 1 SETUP Video S V
57. o 1250 feet NOTE All Crestron certified Cresnet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs One twisted pair is the 24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pair is the Y conductor and the Z conductor Strip and Tin Wire When daisy chaining Cresnet units strip the ends of the wires carefully to avoid nicking the conductors Twist together the ends of the wires that share a 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 Add Hubs For larger networks 1 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 Reference Documents The latest version of all documents mentioned within 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 alphabetical order by model number List of Related Reference Documents DOCUMENT TITLE 2 Series Control Systems Reference Guide CAT5 Wiring Reference Guide Crestron e Control Reference Guide MediaManager Applications Guide Touch the
58. ons has its own menu as shown in the illustrations on the following pages The enable disable Ethernet feature 1s provided on the INTERFACE MENU Ethernet settings are made through Crestron Toolbox Refer to the TCP IP Communications section of 18 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Establishing Communication which starts on page 41 for additional Ethernet setup details NOTE The address shown for the Current IP Address 1s only representative It does not reflect a real or suggested address ETHERNET SETUP MENU STATIC Ethernet Status Test Current IP Address ETHERNET STATIC IP SETTINGS IP Address Subnet Mask XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 5 XXX XXX Default Router XXX XXX XXX XXX Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 19 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI ETHERNET DNS SETTINGS Primary DNS Server IP Address Secondary DNS Server IP Address XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX ETHERNET WINS SETTINGS Primary WINS Server IP Address Secondary WINS Server IP Address XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX Selection of the DHCP Enable button from the ETHERNET SETUP MENU displays the DHCP options Renew and Release 20 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpa
59. s Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 43 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations If further assistance is required please contact a Crestron customer service representative TPS GA TPI Troubleshooting TROUBLE TPS GA TPI interface does not function Interface is not responding to Cresnet POSSIBLE CAUSE S TPS GA TPI is not receiving power Incorrect cable connections Incorrect firmware software Interface is incorrectly calibrated Interface is not communicating with the Cresnet network Incorrect network wiring Incorrect configuration parameters Interface Cresnet ID is not set to match the Net ID in the SIMPL program Interface Cresnet ID is not unique two or more units share the same ID Continued on the following page 44 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI CORRECTIVE ACTION Verify power to unit Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment Follow connection procedures in this guide and inspect connector pins Update firmware software versions via Crestron Toolbox Enter SETUP MODE and recalibrate If calibration fails use the Toolbox Text Console and run the RESTORE command RESTORE resets all system settings to factory defaults and erases all files in internal flash memory Use Toolbox to pol
60. se files are recorded as WAV files on a PC using an audio utility such as Sound Recorder that is packaged with Microsoft Windows 95 98 Me XP NT 2000 Files from other sources may also be converted to an acceptable format by using this or a similar utility Many other audio utilities are available commercially or as shareware The TPS GA TPI interfaces only accept the following WAV file format PCM 8KHz mono 8 bit For more information about how to use Sound Recorder refer Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 37 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI to its User s Guide and extensive help information provided with the software Also refer to the help file in VT Pro e to learn how to use its audio tool Sound Manager to attach WAV files to an interface project Pre recorded WAV files for voice prompts and responses are available from Crestron These files can be stored into and programmed for use in the interfaces directly or may be edited with the Sound Recorder For example the individual files can be combined to create custom messages NOTE Interface WAV files can be obtained from the Wave LC Library of the Crestron FTP site Bit Depth and File Size A bit depth refers to the number of memory bits used to store color data for each pixel in a raster image A TPS GA TPI raster image consists of a rectangular grid of picture elements pixels Each pixel uses the same amoun
61. sic text and applets incorporated into the Software the accompanying media and printed materials and any copies of the Software are owned by Crestron or its suppliers The Software is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions Therefore you must treat the Software like any other copyrighted material subject to the provisions of this Agreement Submissions Should you decide to transmit to Crestron s website by any means or by any media any materials or other information including without limitation ideas concepts or techniques for new or improved services and products whether as information feedback data questions comments suggestions or the like you agree such submissions are unrestricted and shall be deemed non confidential and you automatically grant Crestron and its assigns a non exclusive royalty free worldwide perpetual irrevocable license with the right to sublicense to use copy transmit distribute create derivative works of display and perform the same Trademarks CRESTRON and the Swirl Logo are registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics Inc You shall not remove or conceal any trademark or proprietary notice of Crestron from the Software including any back up copy GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey without regard to conflicts of laws principles Any disputes between the parties to the Agreement shall be brought in the state courts
62. t of memory to store its color data The amount of memory is called the bit depth of the image Greater bit depths are required to represent finer gradations of color Increasing bit depth necessarily increases file size A black and white drawing requires only one bit per pixel to store all the available color information Using a 32 bit per pixel bit depth for a black and white image increases the file size 32 times without adding anything to the black and white image quality In an 8 bit per pixel system the associated 8 bits of video memory for every screen pixel contains a value referring to a location in an 8 bit color table In this way any one of the specific 256 color table locations is assigned to a pixel A 16 bit highcolor system is considered sufficient to provide life like colors It is encoded using 5 bits to represent red 5 bits to represent blue but since the human eye is more sensitive to the color green 6 bits to represent 64 levels of green These can therefore be combined to provide 65 536 mixed colors 32 x 32 x 64 65 536 In a 24 bit graphics display the video memory allocates 24 bits for each pixel on the screen enabling each pixel to take on any one of a possible 16 7 million colors Each 24 bit value is composed of 8 bits for red 8 bits for green and 8 bits for blue These triplets of 8 bit values are also referred to as the red green and blue color planes A 24 bit image is actually composed of three compon
63. ting system understand the language Windows XP 1s available in many international languages and add on software is available for other versions of Windows Example Program An example program for the TPS GA TPI is available from the Crestron website http www crestron com exampleprograms 40 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface 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 Once communication has been established files for example programs projects or firmware can be transferred to the control system and or device Finally program checks can be performed such as changing the device ID or creating an IP table to ensure proper functioning Establishing Communication Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the TPS GA TPI refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details There are three methods of communication Direct Serial Communication NOTE Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters Direct Serial Communication PC RUNNING SERIAL VIA CRESTRON CABLE STCP 502PC TPS GA TPI CRESTRON TOOLBOX OR EQUIVALENT e The RS 232 port on the TPS GA TPI connects to the serial port on th
64. uch consider using forced air ventilation and or incrementing the spacing between units To prevent overheating do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly since the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature Contact with thermal insulating materials should be avoided on all sides of the unit Rack Mounting The TPS GA TPI can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment Two ears are provided with the TPS GA TPI so that the unit can be rack mounted These ears must be installed prior to mounting Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit The only tool required is a 2 Phillips screwdriver WARNING To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety e When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 29 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI e If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing
65. use a single byte of eight bits to represent a character e g English French German Hebrew Russian Thai etc Multibyte character fonts require more than the usual eight bits to specify a character This occurs when a language has more than 256 characters 2 in a font Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 39 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Crestron TPS GA TPI For example Chinese fonts contain several thousand characters Other multibyte languages include Japanese and Korean There are two separate applications with multibyte characters static text on buttons and indirect text on buttons No Isys touchpanel or interface firmware changes are required in either case Indirect text on a button is entered in VT Pro e and the actual string to be displayed is entered in SIMPL Windows As of this publication date only completely single byte or completely multibyte strings may be entered or they will not be compiled correctly in SIMPL Windows In other words you cannot enter Chinese characters interspersed with numbers You can enter Chinese characters or numbers in separate strings or you can pad each number with x00 to make it multibyte and then combine it with Chinese characters in the same string Of course you can always use the workaround of showing a graphic that displays the string but it is not dynamic To compile and use multibyte characters it is essential that the opera
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67. with the and buttons Transmit QM ID Allows transmission of touchpanel s QM ID for use in QM systems utilizing auto compensation Manual will transmit a specific QM ID adjustable with the Down and Up Buttons Auto the default setting will transmit the Cresnet ID as the QM ID Auto compensation automatically recalls program gain settings when acting as an origination point 24 e Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI Operations Guide DOC 6501 Crestron TPS GA TPI Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface Video Setup The TPS GA TPI can display two fully scalable and movable full motion video windows each supporting standard video HDTV and high resolution RGB signals from external AV and computer sources These units use auto detect for composite S video component or RGBHV They support SDTV NTSC and PAL EDTV HDTV and RGB VGA up to UXGA 1600 x 1200 Two video inputs provide signals that can be routed to QM OUT A table describing the video menu controls follows the illustrations Touching on the Video button on the SETUP MENU will open the screen shown below From here you can enter the setup screens for both Video 1 and Video 2 by touching their respective buttons VIDEO SETUP Setup Video 2 SIs lt a Refer to the following table for additional VIDEO SETUP menu details Operations Guide DOC 6501 Isys G Series Touchpanel Interface TPS GA TPI e 25 Isys G Series Touchpanel I

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