Additional interface modules may be purchased and installed to facilitate connectivity for a single movable touchpanel at multiple locations. The TPMC-CH-IMC can also be used as a CAT5 balanced AV interface for ® use with other Crestron CAT5 AV products.
CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC Internal Block Diagram The following diagram illustrates the function of the TPMC-CH-IMC. Internal Block Diagram of the TPMC-CH-IMC COMP/Y/Y BNC Video CAT5 VIDEO Inputs 7: N/A 8: N/A 4: Audio Left + 5: Audio Left -...
Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module Specifications Specifications for the TPMC-CH-IMC are listed in the following table. TPMC-CH-IMC Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Power Requirements Cresnet Power Usage 2 Watts (0.08 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) Environmental Temperature 41º to 122º F (5º to 50º C)
TPMC-CH-IMC Overall Dimensions (Top View) 7.30 in (18.54 cm) 6.83 in (17.35 cm) 3.95 in (10.03 cm) 1.75 in (4.45 cm) Ø 0.23 in (0.58 cm) 4 PLACES FOR RACK MOUNTING 4 • CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module: TPMC-CH-IMC Operations Guide – DOC. 6345A...
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Provides (1) composite, S-video or component video input; Input impedance: 75 Ω; Input level: 1 V nominal, 1.5 V maximum; Maximum DC offset: 1.5 Volts (Continued on following page) CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module: TPMC-CH-IMC • 5 Operations Guide – DOC. 6345A...
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Input impedance: infinite (unbuffered pass-through to AUDIO OUT) VIDEO (TO PANEL) (1) 8-pin RJ-45 female; CAT5 balanced video output port; Output impedance: 100 Ω balanced (Continued on following page) 6 • CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module: TPMC-CH-IMC Operations Guide – DOC. 6345A...
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- Composite - Luminance WHITE/ WHITE/ + Chrominance GREEN ORANGE BLUE BLUE WHITE/ WHITE/ BLUE BLUE Front GREEN ORANGE - Chrominance WHITE/ WHITE/ BROWN BROWN BROWN BROWN CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module: TPMC-CH-IMC • 7 Operations Guide – DOC. 6345A...
CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the TPMC-CH-IMC 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...
Crestron recommends using CresCAT-IM (or D) wire for transmitting video signals from the VIDEO (TO PANEL) port. When using a Crestron wiring solution, the CresCAT-IM (or D) wire can carry audio and video signals up to 500 feet (observe distance limitations based upon power consumption for the device in use).
OTHER CRESNET DEVICES A triamese cable included with the touchpanel has an RJ-45 connector with a blue cover to match the blue label on the TPMC-CH-IMC and an RJ-45 connector with a red cover to match the red label on the TPMC-CH-IMC.
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Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module The TPMC-CH-IMC can send and receive balanced or unbalanced audio signals. Refer to the following diagrams when connecting balanced and unbalanced signals to the TPMC-CH-IMC. Typical Balanced/Unbalanced Outputs Balanced Balanced Input Output Shield...
CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC 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. TPMC-CH-IMC Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CORRECTIVE CAUSE(S) ACTION Touchpanel...
For example, a Cresnet run using 18 AWG Crestron Certified Wire and drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 333 feet (101 meters). If Cresnet HP is used for the same run, its length could extend to 1250 feet.
Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
Crestron TPMC-CH-IMC CAT5 Balanced AV Interface Module Future Updates As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capabilities of the TPMC-CH-IMC, additional information may be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.
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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Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6345A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2012969) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 11.08 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.