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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. 2003 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK Introduction The C2-AUDIO-6PAK, or Audio Six-Pack, is a complete package of 15 high- performance components plus programming software, all specially designed to work together. This packaged solution requires only minimal configuration and quick setup for a 6-zone audio distribution system. It is also an excellent way to start a basic system that is fully expandable for future upgrades.
Six-Zone Audio Package nomenclature of some components in the package. Throughout this guide, all references to C2-AUDIO-6PAK apply to the different user interface colors, type of control system, and their respective international versions as well, except where noted. The C2-AUDIO-6PAK is anchored by the Crestron 2-Series control system (CP2 or CP2E) and the CNAMPX-12x60 Multi-Channel Power Amplifier.
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Net IDs. However, the six keypads are zone specific. Be sure to install the given user interface into the appropriate room as defined in the Crestron Audio Six-Pack Wizard. Each keypad is physically labeled with the Net ID in the barcode label.
Network Wiring Refer to the network wiring diagram, shown below, when making all network connections between the hardware devices of the C2-AUDIO-6PAK. NOTE: Cresnet cable is not included with the C2-AUDIO-6PAK. It must be procured separately. KEYPAD CP2 or CP2E...
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Four-Wire Network Connector The four-wire network cable is used to provide power and communications with Crestron devices. Before making any four-wire network connections, refer to the following network interconnection diagram and the cautions that follow. Recommended Network Cable, Liberty Wire Reference: Cresnet...
Six-Zone Audio Package CAT5 Wiring CAT5 wiring can also be used to connect Crestron devices. Before making any CAT5 connections, refer to the following network interconnection diagram and the cautions that follow. CAT5 Interconnect Drawing SPARES CAUTION: Possible equipment damage if miswired.
C2-AUDIO-6PAK and the sources. Advanced Wiring If the intent is to use the C2-AUDIO-6PAK in a configuration other than its basic design, refer to the individual device Operations Guides when making these “advanced” wiring connections.
CP2 or CP2E processor. If a different processor is part of your system, use the Crestron AppBuilder after completing the steps in the Wizard to swap control systems. Refer to “Appendix A: Swapping Control Systems”...
CP2 or CP2E processor. If a different processor is part of your system, use the Crestron AppBuilder after completing the steps in the Wizard to swap control systems. Refer to “Appendix A: Swapping Control Systems”...
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In the second field, enter a location to save all files that are created using the Wizard. Defaults for each field are shown below. Name the System 10 • Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK Crestron C2-AUDIO-6PAK Reference Guide – DOC. 8188B...
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The Wizard has access to that have, at one time, been pro- either the Crestron or User Database. Make a choice by selecting the correct grammed into a Crestron system.
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Configure button to modify how this device is connected to the control system. For example, a CD might automatically be assigned to port C of an IR card. To place 12 • Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK Crestron C2-AUDIO-6PAK Reference Guide – DOC. 8188B...
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Click the New button to add a controller to the list assuming a valid controller is available. • Click the Remove button to remove the currently selected controller from the list. Some controllers (i.e., built-in cards) cannot be removed. Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK • 13 Six-Zone Audio Package...
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Crestron AppBuilder solely. The C2-AUDIO-6PAK is designed to provide control from up to six locations. The Interfaces screen of the Wizard allows the user to assign source control from each of the six rooms. From the pull-down above the user interface on the screen, as shown after this paragraph, choose a room.
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Crestron e-Control application’s help file for Ethernet / e-Control details. Also, review the latest version of the Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc. 6052), which is available from the Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com).
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Finish Screen NOTE: The CP2E can use TCP/IP as the Connection Type when uploading system programs. For uploading details, refer to the latest version of the Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc. 6052), which is available from the Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com).
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Crestron C2-AUDIO-6PAK The Audio Configuration button serves as a reminder that audio properties such as volume, bass, treble, and balance are set to Crestron default settings. Therefore, these properties need to be adjusted for personal preference. Refer to “Audio Configuration” on page 19 of this guide for details. Clicking on the button opens the help file to the Audio Configuration section.
Six-Zone Audio Package System Operation This section describes how to use the function keypad to operate a Crestron audio distribution system. NOTE: These keypads are standard Crestron network devices and as such do not have any functionality built-in. Instead, the program loaded into the CP2 governs their operation.
Balance – 50 % (centered) source affects the volume of that source in all rooms. Audio properties such as Min Volume – 30% volume, bass, treble, and balance are set to Crestron default settings. Therefore, Max Volume – 70% Startup Volume – 35% these properties need to be adjusted for personal preference.
The text that appears in this illustration for the 8 buttons at the top of the keypad does not actually appear on the button. 20 • Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK Crestron C2-AUDIO-6PAK • Enter Room Setup Mode: Momentarily press both Volume Up and Down buttons simultaneously to enter Room Setup Mode.
Mute Button: This button's LED blinks rapidly along with the On/Off button to indicate Source Setup Mode activity. • Volume Up/Down Buttons: Adjust the input compensation of the currently selected source. Six-Zone Audio Package: C2-AUDIO-6PAK • 21 Six-Zone Audio Package...
Firmware Upgrades To take advantage of all the C2-AUDIO-6PAK features, it is important that the units that make up the pak contain the latest firmware available. Therefore, please check Crestron’s website (http://www.crestron.com/downloads/software_updates.asp) for...
Crestron C2-AUDIO-6PAK Appendix A: Swapping Control Systems NOTE: This appendix is intended for those using the Crestron Audio Six-Pack CD (v1.2) to program their audio system, which contains a control system other than the CP2 or CP2E. If your audio system physically contains a control system other than the CP2 or CP2E, you must swap control systems after finishing the three configuration steps.
If you have an existing CNX-AUDIO-6PAK system and wish to make changes to the system, a version of software is available to you from the Crestron Audio Six-Pack CD (version 1.1). Install the software as directed in “Installation via the Crestron Audio Six-Pack CD”...
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“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.
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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