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- Page 1 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX™ Gateway Operations & Installation 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. ©2009 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Contents infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX Introduction ... 1 Features and Functions ... 2 Specifications ... 3 Physical Description... 5 Industry Compliance ... 9 Setup ... 11 Network Wiring... 11 Identity Code ... 12 Installation ... 13 Hardware Hookup ... 14 Programming Software ... -
Page 5: Infinet Ex™ Gateway: Cen-Rfgw-Ex
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX Introduction The CEN-RFGW-EX gateway is an RF wireless transceiver designed for use with the MLX-2 infiNET EX™ LCD Handheld Remote and other ® Crestron infiNET EX devices as part of a Crestron control system. “Wi-Fi friendly”... -
Page 6: Features And Functions
InfiNET EX™ Gateway A choice of Cresnet CEN-RFGW-EX right through the network wiring, eliminating the need for a separate wall-wart power supply. The CEN-RFGW-EX is available with a PoE Injector, PWE-4803RU included (as model CEN-RFGW-EX-PWE), which simply connects inline with the Ethernet cable connected to the gateway, allowing for installation at any convenient location. -
Page 7: Specifications
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Specifications Specifications for the CEN-RFGW-EX are listed in the following table. CEN-RFGW-EX Specifications SPECIFICATION Wireless RF Transceiver Range (typical) Ethernet Power Requirements Cresnet Power Usage Default Net ID Minimum 2-Series Control System Update File Environmental Temperature Humidity Heat Dissipation (Continued on following page) Operations &... - Page 8 InfiNET EX™ Gateway CEN-RFGW-EX Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION Enclosure Dimensions (without antenna) Height Width Depth Weight Available Models CEN-RFGW-EX CEN-RFGW-EX-PWE Available Accessories PWE-4803RU CEN-SW-POE-5 1. May be powered by PoE or Cresnet network power. 2. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes.
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Page 9: Physical Description
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your CEN-RFGW-EX. CEN-RFGW-EX Physical View Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A infiNET EX™ Gateway infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX • 5... - Page 10 InfiNET EX™ Gateway CEN-RFGW-EX Overall Dimensions (Top, Front, Side and Bottom Views) 5.30 in (13.47 cm) 6 • infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX 3.50 in (8.89 cm) 3.91 in (9.94 cm) Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A 6.41 in (16.27 cm) 1.43 in (3.62 cm)
- Page 11 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Connectors, Controls & Indicators CONNECTORS CONTROLS & INDICATORS ACTIVITY LED (Button and LED) (Button and LED) (Continued on following page) Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A ANTENNA (1) Connection for supplied antenna PWR LED (1) Green LED, indicates operating power supplied from Cresnet network or PoE NET LED...
- Page 12 InfiNET EX™ Gateway Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) CONNECTORS CONTROLS & INDICATORS 1. Interface connector for NET port is provided with the unit. 2. To determine which is pin 1 on the cable, hold the cable so that the end of the eight pin modular jack is facing away from you, with the clip down and copper side up.
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Page 13: Industry Compliance
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the CEN-RFGW-EX has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement FCC ID: EROCEN-RFGW-EX This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. - Page 14 InfiNET EX™ Gateway Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement IC: 5683C-CENRFGWEX Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 10 •...
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Page 15: Setup
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Setup Network Wiring When wiring the Cresnet and Ethernet network, consider the following: • Use Crestron Certified Wire. • Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. • Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results or damage to the equipment. -
Page 16: Identity Code
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the CEN-RFGW-EX has been factory set to 2F. The Net IDs of multiple CEN-RFGW-EX devices in the same system must be unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via Crestron Toolbox™... -
Page 17: Installation
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Installation Ventilation To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. Consider using forced air ventilation and/or incrementing the spacing between units to reduce overheating. Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly since the operating ambient temperature of the environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. -
Page 18: Hardware Hookup
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustrations that follow this paragraph. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 11 before attaching the 4-position terminal block connector. Apply power after all connections have been made. NOTE: Power should be supplied through either the LAN PoE port or the NET port but not both. - Page 19 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX NOTE: Antenna must be attached directly to the antenna connector. It should not be extended with a cable. NOTE: Although both the LAN PoE and NET ports can be used for configuration, there can only be one control connection to the control system.
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Page 20: Programming Software
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestron 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. - Page 21 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Configuration Configuration Manager is the view where programmers “build” a Manager Crestron control system by selecting hardware from the Device Library. • To incorporate the CEN-RFGW-EX into the system, drag the CEN-RFGW-EX from the Wireless Receivers | Wireless Receivers (RF) folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views.
- Page 22 InfiNET EX™ Gateway • 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 figure(s). “CEN-RFGW-EX Device Settings (Cresnet)” Window “CEN-RFGW-EX Device Settings (Ethernet)” Window •...
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Page 23: Example Program
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Program Program Manager is the view where programmers “program” a Crestron Manager 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 is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1). -
Page 24: Uploading And Upgrading
InfiNET EX™ Gateway 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 or firmware) can be transferred to the control system (and/or device). -
Page 25: Programs And Firmware
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX TCP/IP Ethernet Communication PC RUNNING CRESTRON TOOLBOX • Enter the IP address, IP mask, and default router of the CEN-RFGW-EX via the Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise, leave DHCP enabled. (The unit ships with DHCP enabled.) •... -
Page 26: Program Checks
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Upgrade CEN-RFGW-EX firmware via Crestron Toolbox. • Establish communication with the CEN-RFGW-EX and display the “System Info” window. • Select Functions | Firmware… to upgrade the CEN-RFGW-EX firmware. Program Checks Actions that can be performed on the CEN-RFGW-EX vary depending on whether it is connected via Cresnet or Ethernet. -
Page 27: Operation
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Operation Operating The operating channel of the CEN-RFGW-EX must be set prior to Channel operation using Crestron Toolbox. The CEN-RFGW-EX can operate on one of 16 channels. The CEN-RFGW-EX can operate on a fixed channel that is set by the installer. The default RF channel is 15. For optimum performance when installing a CEN-RFGW-EX in a Wi-Fi environment, do not set the CEN-RFGW-EX to a channel within a Wi-Fi channel band. - Page 28 InfiNET EX™ Gateway Acquiring the MLX-2s and other infiNET EX devices can communicate with a MLX-2 CEN-RFGW-EX only if they have been acquired by that (or other CEN-RFGW-EX. The Acquire mode can be activated from Crestron infNET EX device) Toolbox (recommended) or with the ACQUIRE button on the CEN-RFGW-EX.
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Page 29: Problem Solving
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX 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. CEN-RFGW-EX Troubleshooting TROUBLE PWR LED does not illuminate. NET LED does not illuminate. NET LED is on but unit does communicate... - Page 30 InfiNET EX™ Gateway CEN-RFGW-EX Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE NET LED is on but unit does not communicate with infiNET EX device. (Continued) Intermittent response from CEN-RFGW-EX during communication with device. (Continued on following page) 26 • infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) infiNET EX device...
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Page 31: Check Network Wiring
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX CEN-RFGW-EX Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE CEN-RFGW-EX is not shown on Network Device Tree when polling through Toolbox. Other devices are reported. Multiple infiNET EX devices only operate one at a time. Check Network Wiring Use the Right In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your Wire installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used. - Page 32 InfiNET EX™ Gateway 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.
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Page 33: Reference Documents
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Reference Documents The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from the Crestron website (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 2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide Crestron e-Control Reference Guide Further Inquiries... -
Page 34: Appendix A: The Rf Spectrum
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Appendix A: The RF Spectrum Crestron’s RF network provides 16 RF channels in the 2.4GHz ISM band, specifically IEEE 802.15.4 channels 11 through 26. The 16 channels define the frequencies at which the RF device will communicate. RF devices on different channels will not communicate or interfere with each other. -
Page 35: Appendix B: Optimum Rf Reception Guidelines
Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Appendix B: Optimum RF Reception Guidelines Many factors can affect the reliability of RF communication between an RF gateway and an RF device. While an effort has been made to determine operating specifications, some specifications are not constant. RF Communication can be limited by several factors including but not limited to EMI (electromagnetic interference), intervening objects, antenna orientation and receiver placement. -
Page 36: Antenna Orientation
InfiNET EX™ Gateway Antenna Orientation The antenna orientation on Crestron gateways has considerable effect on range and reliability. The best orientation is unique to each installation. There are three possible antenna orientations: Point the antenna horizontally (parallel to the ground) Point the antenna vertically. - Page 37 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX Vertical Orientation Building Right Angle Orientation Building Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A Antenna Front of gateway Antenna Front of gateway infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX • 33 infiNET EX™ Gateway...
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Page 38: Return And Warranty Policies
InfiNET EX™ Gateway 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. - Page 39 Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX™ Gateway This page is intentionally left blank. infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX • 35 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A...
- Page 40 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6706A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2021630) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 01.09 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.