Programs And Firmware; Program Checks - Crestron DM-MD8X8 Operation Manual

Crestron DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32
SIMPL Windows
Firmware
USB Connections
Ethernet Connections
Operations Guide – DOC. 6755C
NOTE: Use the Device Discovery Tool in Crestron Toolbox to detect all
Ethernet devices on the network and their IP configuration. The tool is
available in Toolbox version 1.15.143 or later.
3. Confirm Ethernet connections between the DM switcher and PC. If
connecting through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables with
8-pin RJ-45 connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to
connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router.
4. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
DM-MD8X8, DM-MD16X16, or DM-MD32X32 with the DM switcher's
TCP/IP communication parameters.
5. Display the "System Info" window (click the
switcher's entry.

Programs and Firmware

Program 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 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 or the Crestron Toolbox help file.
If a SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system
using SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox.
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 the DM switcher's firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
1. Establish communication with the DM switcher and display the "System
Info" window.
2. Select Functions | Firmware... to upgrade the DM switcher's firmware.

Program Checks

Actions that can be performed on a DM switcher vary depending on whether it is
connected via USB or Ethernet.
For USB connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the "System Info" window
(click the icon) and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be
performed on the DM switcher.
For Ethernet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the "System Info"
window (click the icon) and select the Functions menu to display actions that
can be performed on the DM switcher.
Be sure to use Crestron Toolbox to create the DM switcher's IP table.
1. Select Functions | IP Table Setup.
2. Add, modify or delete entries in the IP table. The DM switcher can have
only one IP table entry.
3. A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent to the device.
DigitalMedia™ Switchers: DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32
DigitalMedia™ Switchers
icon) and select the DM
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