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  • Page 1 Crestron C2N-VEQ4 Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control 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. ©2005 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Crestron C2N-VEQ4 Contents Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 Introduction ... 1 Features and Functions... 1 Specifications ... 3 Physical Description... 4 Industry Compliance ... 7 Setup ... 7 Network Wiring... 7 Identity Code ... 8 Hardware Hookup ... 11 Programming Software...

  • Page 5: Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-Veq4

    - a five-band graphic equalizer and seven-band parametric equalizer - a speech-optimized five-band graphic equalizer and seven-band parametric equalizer - a three-band graphic equalizer and nine-band parametric equalizer - a full twelve-band parametric equalizer • Touch settable ID capable Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 • 1...
  • Page 6 This feature protects the output from “pops” caused by accidental power-down/up conditions to the C2N-VEQ4. If the C2N-VEQ4 is under program control and the power is cycled to the C2N-VEQ4, it renews the volume, bass, and treble levels to the current program settings.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Height: Width: Depth: Weight 1.86 lb (0.837 kg) The latest versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to NOTE after last footnote. Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 • 3 DETAILS ® 4-wire interface (24, Y, Z, G) ±15dB...

  • Page 8: Physical Description

    .exe files containing the .cuz or .upz file. All can be obtained from the Downloads section of the Crestron website. To avoid program problems, make sure you are using the update file with the correct suffix letter (e.g., S, V, W, X).
  • Page 9 Crestron C2N-VEQ4 C2N-VEQ4 Overall Dimensions (4.57 cm) C2N-VEQ4 Ports All connections to the C2N-VEQ4 are made through the ports on the rear panel. Refer to the illustrations and descriptions, which follow. C2N-VEQ4 Ports IN and OUT Connectors These four mini connectors provide four channels of balanced/unbalanced audio input (IN 1-4) and four channels of balanced/unbalanced audio output (OUT 1-4).
  • Page 10 Cresnet system. Data and power for the C2N-VEQ4 are provided via the connection. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 7. C2N-VEQ4 Indicators There are six LED indicators located on the front panel of the C2N-VEQ4. Refer to the illustration below and descriptions that follow. C2N-VEQ4 Indicators PWR (Power) This green LED illuminates when power is supplied to the C2N-VEQ4.

  • Page 11: Industry Compliance

    Crestron C2N-VEQ4 Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the C2N-VEQ4 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: Identity Code

    SIMPL Windows procedure. Refer to the note on page 26 for The Net ID of the C2N-VEQ4 has been factory set to 12. The Net IDs of multiple a definition of Viewport. C2N-VEQ4s in the same system must be unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via the Crestron Viewport.
  • Page 13 This method does not require that any devices be disconnected from the network; Net IDs may be set with the entire Cresnet system intact. This method requires the use of the Crestron Viewport version 3.35 or later.
  • Page 14 In this (or the reverse) situation, do the following: 10 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 Click on the Search for Touch Settable Devices button. The system searches the network and lists all TSID-enabled devices found.

  • Page 15: Hardware Hookup

    Audio inputs may be balanced using (+) and (-) inputs, or unbalanced using (+) input for signal and connecting (-) input to (G) and signal source ground. Four balanced/unbalanced outputs are provided, also utilizing five-position mini- connectors. Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 • 11...
  • Page 16 Audio Connections SIGNAL Typical Balanced/Unbalanced Inputs and Outputs NOTE: Using the unbalanced configuration for the audio output reduces the total audio gain by 6 dB. 12 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 BALANCED BALANCED NAME AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 17: Programming Software

    Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at First-time users will need to establish a user account. You can create a program that allows you to include the C2N-VEQ4 in a Crestron control system using the Crestron programming tools Crestron SystemBuilder™ and SIMPL Windows.

  • Page 18: Programming With Simpl Windows

    (i.e., windows) in which a programmer can select, configure, program, test, and monitor a Crestron control system. SIMPL Windows offers drag and drop functionality in a familiar Windows NOTE: The following descriptions assume that the reader has knowledge of SIMPL Windows.
  • Page 19 Net ID of 12 as shown in the following illustration. NOTE: The first C2N-VEQ4 in a system is preset with a Net ID of 12 when its symbol is dragged into the upper pane of System Views. Additional units are assigned different Net ID numbers as they are added.
  • Page 20 NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, and mixer program settings are stored in the SIMPL program; the C2N-VEQ4 assumes a zero value for each of them. The EQ trim and filter control settings are stored in the unit itself, and can be activated using “recall”...
  • Page 21 Refer to the table that follows the symbol for a list of inputs and their functional descriptions. General Audio Controls Symbol The C2N-VEQ4 symbol is defined by the assigned inputs. The diagram above shows the C2N-VEQ4 symbol in SIMPL Windows. Operations Guide - DOC. 6135A Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 •...
  • Page 22 These controls use a logarithmic scale (0dB to –80dB) with 0dB corresponding to 0 attenuation; anything –80dB and below will mute the signal. The C2N-VEQ4 expects values ranging from 0d to –800d (and lower), 0.1dB per count, to appear at each output.
  • Page 23 0 boost or reduce the gain in increments of 0.1dB. That is, changing the analog value by one signifies a change in boost or attenuation of 0.1 decibel. The C2N-VEQ4 provides ten trim presets, where a trim preset is a set of all forty TrimBand values.
  • Page 24 A rising edge of <ClearTrims> will also set all TrimBand values to 0. The Trim Controls symbol is illustrated below and on the next page; the tables following the illustrations provide join details. Trim Controls Symbol 20 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 Crestron C2N-VEQ4 Operations Guide - DOC. 6135A...
  • Page 25 NOTE: Equalization trim and filter controls are not available in an X-Generation system. In addition to the 10 trim presets, the C2N-VEQ4 provides five filter presets, where a preset is a set of 48 filters. A filter consists of the type, center frequency, gain, and the ratio of the center frequency to the filter bandwidth (also called Q) for each channel.
  • Page 26 Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control The C2N-VEQ4 provides twelve filters for each channel, with five modes of audio equalization (settable using Digital Media Tools): The <FilterType> inputs set the type of filter or equalization. Valid values are as follows: 22 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 •...
  • Page 27 The Bass Shelf filter can also be used to uniformly decrease the bass frequencies to eliminate a booming bass sound. Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 • 23...
  • Page 28 Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control Filter Controls Symbol Filter Controls Input Signals – Digital Filter Controls Input Signals – Analog Filter Controls Symbol Output Signals – Analog 24 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 NAME VALUE SaveFilterPreset RecallFilterPreset NAME...
  • Page 29 Refer to the SIMPL Windows Help file for additional details. Example Program An example program for the C2N-VEQ4 is available from the “Example Program” section of the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/exampleprograms). Search for C2N-VEQ4 Example Program (ZIP). Operations Guide - DOC. 6135A Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control •...

  • Page 30: Uploading And Upgrading

    Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control 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.
  • Page 31 Operations Guide - DOC. 6135A Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control 1. Start SIMPL Windows. 2. From the menu bar, select Tools | Viewport to open the Crestron Viewport. 3. Refer to the figure after this step. From the Viewport menu, select Setup | Communications settings (alternatively, press Alt+D) to open the “Port Settings”...

  • Page 32: Uploading A Simpl Windows Program

    .csz for CNX generation with SIMPL+. Upload via Crestron Viewport 28 • Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 5. To verify communication, select Diagnostics | Establish Communications (Find Rack). This should display a window that gives the COM port and baud rate. If communication cannot be established, refer to the “Troubleshooting Communications”...
  • Page 33 4. To verify that the program has been transferred successfully, select Diagnostics | Report Program Information. This should display a window that provides details about the current program loaded into the control system. Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control: C2N-VEQ4 • 29...

  • Page 34: Firmware Upgrade

    2. As shown after this step, select File Transfer | Load Network Device from the Viewport menu. 3. As shown after this step, select the Net ID of the C2N-VEQ4 and then click OK. The “Open” window appears (refer to the subsequent graphic).

  • Page 35: Problem Solving

    Crestron C2N-VEQ4 “Open” Window 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. C2N-VEQ4 Troubleshooting Operations Guide - DOC. 6135A Cresnet 4-Channel Digital Volume Control 4.

  • Page 36: Further Inquiries

    Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.

  • Page 37: Return And Warranty Policies

    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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  • Page 40 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6135A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 04.05 Tel: 888.CRESTRON (2008089) Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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