Uploading And Upgrading; Communication Settings - Crestron C2N-SDC-DC Operations & Installation Manual

Shade & Drape DC Motor Controller

Uploading and Upgrading

NOTE: Crestron recommends that you use the latest software and that
each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most
recently released features. Please check the Crestron website
(http://www.crestron.com/updates) for the latest versions of software and
firmware. New users are required to register to obtain access to this site.
Assuming a PC is properly connected to the entire system, Crestron
programming software allows the programmer to upload programs and
projects after their development to the system and network devices.
However, there are times when the files for the program and projects are
compiled and not uploaded. Instead, compiled files may be distributed
from programmers to installers, from Crestron to dealers, etc. In those
instances, one has the option to upload via the programming software or
to upload via the Crestron Toolbox.
The following section defines how to upload a SIMPL Windows program
using Toolbox. Before attempting to upload, it is necessary to establish
communications.

Communication Settings

NOTE: For laptops and other PCs without a built-in RS-232 port,
Crestron recommends the use of PCMCIA cards, rather than USB-to-
serial adapters. If a USB-to-serial adapter must be used, Crestron has
tested the following devices with good results:
Other models, even from the same manufacturer, may not yield the same
results.
The procedure in this section provides details for RS-232 communication
between the PC and the control system. If TCP/IP communication is
preferred, consult the latest version of the Crestron e-Control Reference
Guide (Doc. 6052) or the respective Operations Guide for the control
18 Shade & Drape DC Motor Controller: C2N-SDC-DC
Belkin (large model) F5U103
I/O Gear GUC232A (discontinued)
Keyspan USA-19QW (discontinued)
Crestron C2N-SDC-DC
Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 6373