Uploading And Upgrading - Crestron DigitalMedia DM-MD6X4 Installation & Operation Manual

DigitalMedia Distribution Center

Uploading and Upgrading

USB
TCP/IP
36 • DigitalMedia Distribution Center: DM-MD6X4/DM-MD6X6
Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and recommends 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, 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 DM-MD6X4 and DM-MD6X6;
refer to the embedded Crestron Toolbox help file for details. There are two methods
of communication: USB and TCP/IP.
NOTE: The USB port can be used for initial setup of Ethernet parameters.
(The front panel also allows setup of Ethernet parameters as discussed in the
"Network" section on page 25.
USB Communication
The COMPUTER port on the DM-MD6X4 and DM-MD6X6 connects to the USB
port on the PC via the included Type A to Type B USB cable:
1. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the
expected communication protocol (USB). When multiple USB devices are
connected, identify the DM device by entering "DM-MD6X4" or
"DM-MD6X6" in the Model textbox, the unit's serial number in the Serial
textbox, or the unit's hostname in the Hostname textbox. The hostname can
be found in the System Info window in the section marked Ethernet;
however, communications must be established in order to see this
information in the System Info window.
2. Display the DM-MD6X4 or DM-MD6X6 System Info window (click the
icon); communications are confirmed when the device information is
displayed.
NOTE: This method is required for operation with a Crestron control system.
TCP/IP Communication
1. Establish USB communication between the DM-MD6X4 or DM-MD6X6
and the PC.
Crestron DM-MD6X4/DM-MD6X6
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