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  • Page 1 Crestron UPX-2 Universal Presentation Processor Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ® ® Windows and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ©2006 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Native Fonts ... 26 MultiByte International Characters ... 26 WAV File Audio Messages... 26 Status Reports... 27 Programming Tips ... 28 Restoring UPX-2 Default Settings ... 28 Language Support... 29 SETUP MENU ... 29 Embedded Applications... 29 Network Connections ... 30 Device Extender ...

  • Page 5: Universal Presentation Processor: Upx-2

    To view the help file at any time, press F1. Demo Program The UPX-2 is shipped with a two-window user interface in the demo program. For information on loading and using the demo program, refer to the latest revision of the UPX-2 Operations Guide (Doc. 6276).

  • Page 6: Additional Capabilities

    Additional Capabilities Touchpanel and Audience Display The UPX-2 has two outputs. Output A for the presenter touchpanel, and output B for the audience display. Each output may display a different source or the same source. NOTE: The output resolution of both output A and B must match the resolution of the touchpanel display.

  • Page 7: Translucent Objects

    “Embedded Applications” on page 21 for additional information. Edit Object Box The Edit Object Box allows you to enter text from the UPX-2 and send a serial string to the control system (Edit Object Box is not yet supported and will be available in a future release).

  • Page 8: Programming Software

    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 from the Device Library. The UPX-2 can connect to a control system over Cresnet or Ethernet. 4 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor...
  • Page 9 Library and drop it in the System Views. Locating the UPX-2 for an Ethernet System in the Device Library There are several variations of the UPX-2 to choose from. The following table illustrates the difference between the models. Universal Presentation Processor: UPX-2 • 5...
  • Page 10 Microsoft Picture Manager and full versions of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint (replace viewers). This model has been replaced by the UPX-2-1GB. For upgrade information, contact Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON. 6 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor EMBEDDED APPLICATIONS ®...

  • Page 11: Programming With Visiontools Pro-E

    Pro-e (VT Pro-e). The user interface can be created to take advantage of all of the UPX-2’s presentation processing capabilities and built-in PC applications. When creating a new VT Pro-e project for the UPX-2, select the appropriate UPX-2 model as the panel type.
  • Page 12 Universal Presentation Processor Once a project has been created, it can be compiled and uploaded to the UPX-2. Refer to the latest version of the UPX-2 Operations Guide (Doc. 6276) for instructions. 8 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor “Project Properties” Design Tab Crestron UPX-2 Reference Guide –...

  • Page 13: Programming Concepts

    PC, by touching a video or RGB window that has been programmed for “touch output”. Using a control system as the interface between the external PC and the UPX-2, the PC can be connected to the UPX-2 via the UPX-2’s connection (Ethernet or Cresnet) to a control system.

  • Page 14: Universal Presentation Processor Crestron Upx

    Device ID for Touch-the-PC. Therefore, a TPS touchpanel that has an IP ID of 04 and a UPX-2 with an IP ID of 03 can both have the same Device ID of 04. The IP Tables in the control system and the UPX-2 must be modified to have the Device ID.

  • Page 15: Graphics

    Crestron UPX-2 Graphics The UPX-2 features PNG image support, which enables translucent objects to be placed over still images (such as background). The dynamic graphics feature enables the display of images (pictures, CD cover art, etc.) that are hosted externally on a flash memory card or media server.
  • Page 16 Note that dynamic graphics resource management will not affect the original project. Thus, rebooting the device will trigger the original project to load. 12 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor • A serial join for file path •...

  • Page 17: Video Windows

    Maximum of two video sources per page • Maximum of two RGB sources per page • Maximum of two video & one RGB source • Maximum of two RGB & one video source Universal Presentation Processor: UPX-2 • 13 options, double-click the video...
  • Page 18 Universal Presentation Processor Changing Size and Position The UPX-2 has the ability to change the size and position of any video or RGB with Analog Joins window on command. To change the window size and position on-the-fly by using programming, use VT Pro-e analog join numbers for height, width, left, and top.
  • Page 19 As you move the image past the bottom edge of the display, the UPX-2 rescales the image to fit the new size and does not allow the image to move off the screen. You cannot have a value less than zero.
  • Page 20 Source Assignment There are two ways to assign a source for video windows and display output B. Procedure 16 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor Defaults Defaults allow the user to assign the video source to be used when the video object is displayed.

  • Page 21: Picture-In-Picture (Pip)

    PIP can only be displayed on the local touchpanel but not display output B unless under annotation mode in which both outputs would be identical. • A PIP window will have a black border when it is displayed. Universal Presentation Processor: UPX-2 • 17...

  • Page 22: Layering Backgrounds, Video Windows, Objects, Subpages, And Popup Windows

    Select the Effect Tab and move the slider to adjust the level of translucency from 0% (none), to 100% (invisible). Save and compile the project and upload to the UPX-2. NOTE: Translucent objects are translucent over graphic elements and backgrounds only.
  • Page 23 Up to 24 popup windows (controls, menus, toolbars, etc.) can be created within a UPX-2 project. These popup windows are listed in theVT Pro-e workspace as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 24 B (refer to notes on page 17). 20 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor • Popup windows are created at the project level and can be viewed from any page.

  • Page 25: Embedded Applications

    Crestron UPX-2 Embedded Applications A number of third party or in-house applications are embedded in a UPX-2 project. For a list of embedded applications, refer to “UPX-2 Model Lineup” on page 6. Embedded Applications for UPX-2, UPX-2_1GB, and UPX-2-MSO as shown in “Project View”...
  • Page 26 Universal Presentation Processor NOTE: The UPX-2 and UPX-2-1GB are presentation tools and not content creation devices. Because of this limitation, only one PowerPoint, Word, or PDF file can be opened and viewed at a time by each of their respective viewers (however, multiple Excel files can be opened at one time).
  • Page 27 1. In VT Pro-e, open the “Embedded Application Property” window, enter a digital join number and select the default path that includes the filename. This can be one of the drives on the front of the UPX-2 (drive G through L) or a network drive.
  • Page 28 (digital and analog joins), and an analog initialize symbol are used in this example. The 0d entry in the Analog Initialize symbol routes the application to the audience display. 24 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor Crestron UPX-2 Reference Guide – DOC. 6286A...

  • Page 29: Annotation

    • Add a delay of one second before switching output B to display output A. (This will allow the UPX-2 to send the source and switch to annotation mode while minimizing screen flicker.) Universal Presentation Processor: UPX-2 • 25...

  • Page 30: Native Fonts

    SIMPL Windows. You must use VT Pro-e 3.0 or later to guarantee that the full set of characters in the font is stored on the UPX-2. You must use SIMPL Windows 2.03.11 or later to enter Chinese characters directly. 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.

  • Page 31: Status Reports

    Crestron FTP site (ftp://ftp.crestron.com/sound_files/). NOTE: WAV files reside in the UPX-2’s Flash memory and will affect the amount of available space for project screens. For information on using WAV files in a UPX-2 project, refer to the VT Pro-e help file. Status Reports A VT Pro-e project can be configured to report certain aspects of the UPX-2’s...

  • Page 32: Programming Tips

    Universal Presentation Processor Analog Output Definitions (Continued) Programming Tips The UPX-2 is a complex product requiring knowledge in many areas. This section is intended to shed light in certain areas to help the developer speed up development and optimize run-time performance.

  • Page 33: Language Support

    Crestron UPX-2 Language Support The UPX-2 supports English. The following languages are supported when the firmware upgrade upx-2-mso_mlp_2.0.csz is installed. UPX-2 Languages SETUP MENU Always press the Save & Reboot button on the SETUP MENU to commit changes made in the SETUP MENU. Using the reset button to reboot may not save all of the changes.

  • Page 34: Network Connections

    Device Extender If joins in the device extender need to be routed to joins assigned to UPX-2 controls, the same reserved join (instead of regular joins) should be assigned to these controls to reduce network traffic.

  • Page 35: Upx Debug Output Window

    Project – This menu allows you to hide the system bar and open the SETUP MENU. System – Allows you to show/hide the cursor, display the command prompt, exit the debug mode, close all applications, or shut down and reboot the UPX-2. Reference Guide - DOC. 6286A Universal Presentation Processor •...

  • Page 36: Upx Debug Window Tabs

    The Message Log tab and Log menu perform the following functions: Message Log Tab on the “Upx Debug Output” Window Join Info Tab The Join Info tab provides the following features: 32 ¥ UPX-2: Universal Presentation Processor • Log and display all connection status messages and error messages. •...
  • Page 37 Crestron UPX-2 Join Info Tab on the “Upx Debug Output” Window Connections Tab The Connections tab lists all connections to the UPX-2 and their associated properties. Connections Tab on “Upx Debug Output” Window Reference Guide - DOC. 6286A Universal Presentation Processor...

  • Page 38: Problem Solving

    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 39: Microsoft Windows Xp Embedded End User License Agreement

    Restricted Functionality. You are licensed to use the SOFTWARE to provide only the limited functionality (specific tasks or processes) for which the DEVICE has been designed and marketed by Crestron. This license specifically prohibits any other use of the SOFTWARE, or inclusion of additional software programs or functions, on the DEVICE. Subject to the terms of the “Limited Use of Particular Services”...
  • Page 40 SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the SOFTWARE (“Supplemental Components”). o If Crestron provides or makes available to you Supplemental Components and no other EULA terms are provided along with the Supplemental Components, then the terms of this EULA shall apply.

  • Page 41: 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 42 “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 43: Acknowledgements Of Use Of Third Party Binary Libraries

    'as-is', without any express or implied warranty from the authors. In no event will the authors be held liable for any damages arising from the use of these libraries. Crestron’s warranty applies to the overall software package and is the sole warranty in effect.

  • Page 44: 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.
  • Page 45 Crestron UPX-2 Universal Presentation Processor This page is intentionally left blank. Operations Guide – DOC. 6286A Universal Presentation Processor: UPX-2 ¥ 41...
  • Page 46 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Reference Guide – DOC. 6286A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2011077) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 08.06 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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