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Crestron MC2W Operation Manual

2-series integrated wireless control system
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  • Page 1 Crestron MC2W 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System 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. ©2007 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Crestron MC2W 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System Contents 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System: MC2W Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 Specifications ......................2 Physical Description....................3 Industry Compliance ....................7 Setup ............................8 Network Wiring......................8 Identity Code ....................... 8 Installation ........................

  • Page 5: 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System: Mc2W

    Single-space EIA rack-mountable * For more information on internal memory, refer to “2-Series Memory & Directory Structure” in the latest version of the Crestron 2-Series Control System Reference Guide (Doc. 6256), which is available from the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/manuals). Integrated RF Wireless The MC2W’s built-in RF gateway is switchable between 418 MHz and 434 MHz for...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Cresnet Slave Mode Selectable Cresnet Slave Mode enables the MC2W to be configured as a Cresnet slave device, effectively transforming it into a Cresnet expansion module. Such flexibility can offer a cost-effective solution for system expansion, providing a host of additional control ports in a single module.

  • Page 7: Physical Description

    CNXRMIRD IR Receiver CNANT High-performance extension antenna 1. Maximum 15 touchpanels or 240 handheld remotes per MC2W/gateway; minimum distance allowed between MC2W's/gateways is 50 feet. 2. Heat-sensitive device. Resets within approximately 30 seconds after powering down and removing overload condition.
  • Page 8 To view the contents of the message log use Crestron Toolbox™. Red LED, indicates RF communication with a Crestron transmitter. ANTENNA Female BNC (antenna included); Impedance: 50 ohms. (Continued on following page) 4 • 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System: MC2W Operations Guide – DOC. 6143A...
  • Page 9 IR SERIAL OUT (1) 3-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; IR IN For connection of the CNXRMIRD IR Receiver (sold separately); Allows IR wireless control from Crestron or third-party remotes T R S using RC-5 IR commands. IR IN 5, 6 I/O (1 –...
  • Page 10 10. The Cresnet Poll Accelerator effectively increases the network speed, fan-out and device addresses by a factor of 8 for each Poll Accelerator added to the system. 11. The MC2W can be powered via the 24 VDC jack or the NET port. Be sure to use a Crestron approved power supply as another may cause damage.

  • Page 11: Industry Compliance

    Crestron MC2W 2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the MC2W has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to...

  • Page 12: Setup

    Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the MC2W has been factory set to 02. This Net ID is defined as the “Master” control system. The Net IDs of multiple MC2W devices in the same system must be unique; this means there will be a master/slave relationship between units (only the Net ID of the master will be left at 02).

  • Page 13: Installation

    The MC2W can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the MC2W so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit.

  • Page 14: Hardware Hookup

    Stacking Four “feet” are provided with the MC2W so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked.

  • Page 15: Power Supply

    (PW-2410RU) or the optional power pack PW-2420RU. With the PW-2410RU, the MC2W can provide power to peripheral Cresnet devices (via the NET connector) up to a total of 13 watts. The PW-2420RU allows the MC2W to provide up to 38 watts to peripheral Cresnet devices (via the NET connector).

  • Page 16: Programming Software

    Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows -based software tools to develop a Cresnet system. You can create a program to control the MC2W 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 17: Programming With Crestron Systembuilder

    View but all Views include a "General" toolbox that allows you to add areas and rooms at any time. Programming with SIMPL Windows NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the MC2W, it is recommended to use SystemBuilder for configuring a system. SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s premier software for programming Crestron control systems.

  • Page 18: Uploading And Upgrading

    CRESTRON TOOLBOX OR EQUIVALENT • The COMPUTER port on the MC2W connects to the serial port on the PC via a serial cable (Crestron STCP-502PC or equivalent). • Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected serial communication protocol (RS-232, auto-detect baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, XON/XOFF disabled, RTS/CTS disabled).

  • Page 19: Operation

    The MC2W requires 12 watts of power to operate. Therefore, if you use the included PW-2410RU power supply (rated at 25 watts), you will have 13 watts of power left over to run additional Cresnet devices.

  • Page 20: Problem Solving

    2-Series Integrated Wireless Control System Crestron MC2W 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. MC2W Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Unexpected...
  • Page 21 Crestron 2-Series Control System Reference Guide (Doc. 6256). System Monitor The System Monitor allows you to reload firmware into the MC2W in the event that you cannot load the firmware in the normal mode. If the system does not function, perform the following procedure: 1.

  • Page 22: Battery Replacement

    “Network Analyzer”. Battery Replacement A Lithium battery is used to power the system clock within the MC2W. 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 23: 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 24: Reference Documents

    For assistance in your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/offices) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products.

  • Page 25: 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 26 “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 27: 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 28 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6143A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2002129) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 06.07 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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