Crestron PAC2M Operation Manual
Crestron PAC2M Operation Manual

Crestron PAC2M Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Crestron PAC2M Professional Automation Mini Computer Operations Guide...
  • Page 2 This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2006 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Industry Compliance ... 9 Setup ... 10 Network Wiring... 10 Ethernet ... 10 Mounting the PAC2M in the Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN) ... 10 Power Supply ... 11 Hardware Hookup ... 12 Programming Software ... 14 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ... 14 Programming with D3 Pro...
  • Page 5: Professional Automation Mini Computer: Pac2M

    Supports SIMPL Windows and SIMPL+ • Requires external power supply (sold separately) latest version of the Crestron 2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide (Doc. 6256), which is available from the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/manuals). Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M • 1 ®...
  • Page 6 The PAC2M is a compact, low-cost alternative to the PAC2 designed for small lighting and automation applications. At half the size of a PAC2, the PAC2M is perfect for apartments and smaller homes as well as individual meeting rooms and lecture halls.
  • Page 7: Memory Expansion

    PAC2M and activate a preset override state in each connected lighting module. Memory Expansion A memory card slot allows for easy expansion of the PAC2M’s internal memory using any MMC-compatible memory card up to 1 GB. (Memory card not included.) D3 Pro™...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Professional Automation Mini Computer Specifications Specifications for the PAC2M are listed in the following table. PAC2M Specifications * Memory cards of less than 512 MB should be formatted using the FAT16 file system. (FAT32 will not 4 • Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M...
  • Page 9: Physical Description

    Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your PAC2M. PAC2M Physical View (Head On) PAC2M Physical View (Angled) Operations Guide – DOC. 6507 Professional Automation Mini Computer Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M • 5...
  • Page 10 Professional Automation Mini Computer PAC2M Overall Dimensions (16.12 cm) 6 • Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M 6.35 in 7.05 in (17.89 cm) Crestron PAC2M 7.72 in (19.59 cm) 6.00 in (15.24 cm) 1.71 in (4.33 cm) 1.56 in (3.94 cm)
  • Page 11 HW-R button performs a system restart without loading the program. Pressing it alone momentarily while the system is running restarts the program. Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M • 7 DESCRIPTION Pin 1 (24) Power Pin 2 (Y) Data Pin 3 (Z) Data...
  • Page 12 Professional Automation Mini Computer Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) * Interface connectors for G/INT/EXT, NET, LEFT, OVERRIDE, POWER, RELAY OUTPUT and 8 • Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M CONNECTORS*, CONTROLS & INDICATORS PWR LEDs (A – B) Indicates 24 Volts DC power present at the respective segment (A and/or B).
  • Page 13: Industry Compliance

    This unit has been manufactured to comply with UL’s Standards for Safety in Canada and the United States. Formal approval is pending. As of the date of manufacture the PAC2M has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.
  • Page 14: Setup

    PAC2M, mount the PAC2M so that all CLX-(or CLXI-)Series modules are above it within the CAEN. The PAC2M has two flanges that allow the unit to be mounted in a CAEN. Refer to the latest revision of the CAEN – Automation Enclosures Installation Guide (Doc.
  • Page 15: Power Supply

    PAC2M to the CAEN. A #2 Phillips screwdriver is required. NOTE: For a single-wide CAEN, attach screws on right (screw them in partially), mount the PAC2M where you attached screws, attach screws on left and fully tighten all screws. Mounting the PAC2M in the CAEN...
  • Page 16: Hardware Hookup

    Hardware Hookup Ventilation The PAC2M should be used in a well-ventilated area. The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circumstances. If the PAC2M is hot to the touch, consider using forced air ventilation and/or incrementing the spacing between units.
  • Page 17 JACK POWER MEMORY: 24 VDC FOR OPTIONAL 2A MAX: AC POWER COMPATIBLE PACK MEMORY (24 VDC, 2A) CARD Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M • 13 LEFT: OVERRIDE: TO CLX-(or CLXI-) FROM SERIES EXTERNAL LIGHTING CONTACT CONTROL CLOSURE MODULE RELAY OUTPUT...
  • Page 18: Programming Software

    Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows a Cresnet system. You can create a program to control the PAC2M control system using the Crestron programming tools D3 Pro™ or SIMPL Windows. Customers whose focus is on lighting systems may prefer to use the D3 Pro software since it is designed especially for creating lighting and environmental system control applications.
  • Page 19: Programming With Crestron Systembuilder

    SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the extensive help file. Programming with SIMPL Windows NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the PAC2M, it is recommended to use D3 Pro or SystemBuilder for configuring a system. SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s premier software for programming Crestron control systems.
  • Page 20: Uploading And Upgrading

    CRESTRON TOOLBOX VIA USB CABLE • The COMPUTER port on the PAC2M connects to the USB port on the PC via the included Type-A to Type B USB cable. • Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected communication protocol (USB).
  • Page 21: Programs And Firmware

    Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router. • Use the Address Book in the Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the PAC2M with the PAC2M’s TCP/IP communication parameters. •...
  • Page 22: Problem Solving

    Professional Automation Mini Computer 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. PAC2M Troubleshooting 18 • Professional Automation Mini Computer: PAC2M TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
  • Page 23: System Monitor

    NOTE: If your PC does not have the USB driver installed, after connecting the PAC2M to the PC using the USB cable, you will see a dialog box on your PC screen asking you to install the USB driver. For instructions on how to install the USB driver, refer to the Creston Toolbox help file.
  • Page 24: Battery Replacement

    C2N-ANLZ, refer to the C2N-ANLZ Operations Guide (Doc. 6473). Battery Replacement A Lithium battery is used to power the system clock within the PAC2M. Under normal conditions, it will last for approximately 10 years. In the event that the clock fails, only an authorized technician should replace it.
  • Page 25: Check Network Wiring

    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.
  • Page 26: Reference Documents

    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.
  • Page 27: Software License Agreement

    This Agreement may 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.
  • Page 28 “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.
  • Page 29: Return And Warranty Policies

    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.
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  • Page 32 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6507 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2015851) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 09.06 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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