Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Operations & Installation Manual
Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Operations & Installation Manual

Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Operations & Installation Manual

Six-zone audio package

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  • 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...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Contents Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Description... 1 Hardware Setup ... 2 Identity Code ... 2 Network Wiring... 2 Audio Source Wiring... 5 Advanced Wiring ... 5 Software Setup... 7 Software System Requirements... 7 Installation ... 7 Four Step Configuration ... 7 System Operation...
  • Page 5: Six-Zone Audio Package: Cnx-Audio-6Pak

    It is packaged and priced specifically to provide the user with a complete six-zone home audio solution. The CNX-AUDIO-6PAK is also available as an international version. All of the features are identical with the exceptions of the international AC power requirements and power cord and the unit nomenclature of the amplifier.
  • Page 6: Hardware Setup

    FE. For your convenience, all hardware devices in the CNX-AUDIO-6PAK have been assigned unique 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. The room/NET ID key is as follows:...
  • Page 7 ROOM OUTPUTS 8 OHM / 60 WATTS 4 OHM / 90 WATTS MADE IN THE USA DATE: ELECTRONICS, INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647 Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK • 3 Six-Zone Audio Package NETWORK WIRING CONNECTOR KEYPAD KEYPAD NETWORK WIRING CONNECTOR KEYPAD...
  • Page 8: Cat 5 Wiring

    NOTE: A CNTBLOCK, network terminal block, is recommended for testing purposes and convenience of wiring. CAT 5 Wiring CAT 5 wiring is also used to power Crestron devices. Before making any CAT 5 connections, refer to the network interconnection after this paragraph and the cautions that follow.
  • Page 9: Audio Source Wiring

    CNX-AUDIO-6PAK and the sources. Advanced Wiring If the intent is to use the CNX-AUDIO-6PAK in a configuration other than its basic design, refer to the individual device Operations Guides when making these "advanced" wiring connections.
  • Page 10: Audio Wiring

    Audio Wiring CORRESPONDING AUDIO SOURCE LOOP-THROUGH SOURCES LEFT RIGHT CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647 CD 2 TAPE 6 • Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK CNX-PAD8 CRESNET 24VDC ROOMS LEFT RIGHT AUDIO SOURCES LEFT ROOM INPUTS RIGHT ACHTUNG: ATTENTION: PRECAUCION: PARA LA PROTECCION CONTINUADA CONTRA EL USO DEL...
  • Page 11: Software Setup

    Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Software Setup Software System Requirements The PC where the contents of the Crestron Audio Six-Pack CD are installed should meet these system requirements. Minimum Required PC Configuration Recommended PC Configuration Installation Insert the Crestron Audio Six-Pack CD into the PC's CD-ROM drive and select Run from the Windows start menu.
  • Page 12: Step 1: Name The System

    Windows, and VT Pro-e) for the system. In the second field, enter a location to save all files that are created using the Wizard. Name the System 8 • Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 8169...
  • Page 13 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.
  • Page 14 Click on the Configure button to modify how this device is connected to the control system. 10 • Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 8169...
  • Page 15 The Properties tab of the "Device # Properties" window, shown after this paragraph, lists a set of values for specified functions. Crestron recommends that the default values are used, but the programmer is free to alter them. Click the OK button to apply and save any changes made and close the window.
  • Page 16 Application Builder solely. The CNX-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.
  • Page 17 Select the Communication Settings button to open the "Port Settings" window, as shown below. Notice that TCP/IP connection is an option. However, a CNXENET+ card (not part of the CNX-AUDIO-6PAK) is required for Ethernet connections.
  • Page 18 CNX-AUDIO-6PAK. The options are numerous, but possibilities include: If the Application Builder is to be used, check the Edit in Crestron Application Builder button and click Finish, then modify the system as desired. However, note that once the system is saved in the Application Builder, the Audio Six-Pack Wizard can no longer be used to open the file.
  • Page 19: System Operation

    Crestron CNX-AUDIO-6PAK 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 CNMSX-AV governs their operation.
  • Page 20: Source Selection And Control

    Under normal operation, the keypads operate as described in "System Operation" on page 15. In order to adjust the room or source settings, the appropriate mode, as described in the following subsections, must be entered. 16 • Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK • Source Selection Buttons (src1 through src6): These buttons select the source for listening/control in the given room.
  • Page 21: Setup Modes

    Mute Button: This button's LED blinks rapidly along with the On/Off button to indicate Source Setup Mode activity. • Volum Up/Down Buttons: Adjust the input compensation of the currently selected source. Six-Zone Audio Package: CNX-AUDIO-6PAK • 17 Six-Zone Audio Package...
  • Page 22: Problem Solving

    Amber Technologies at +649-410-8382. Future Updates As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of the CNX-AUDIO-6PAK, 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.
  • Page 23: 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 24 “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 25: 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 28 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 8169 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 07.01 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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