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Crestron ST-TUNE Operation Manual

Crestron ST-TUNE Operation Manual

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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 ST-TUNE Contents Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE Description Functional Description Physical Description Leading Specifications Setup Network Wiring Preparation for Use Identity Code Firmware Upgrade Programming with SIMPL Windows Configure ST-TUNE Program ST-TUNE and STI-TUNE Symbols Basic Example Program Advanced Example Program...

  • Page 5: Integrated Am/Fm/Tv Tuner: St-Tune

    The TV band provides reception of channels 1 to 125 for the US version ST-TUNE and for the channels of international version STI-TUNE, refer to Appendix 2 on page 27. The TV video may be connected to Crestron touchpanels capable of video input, switching devices and/or to any commercial TVs or monitors that support composite video input.

  • Page 6: Physical Description

    Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner Physical Description The ST-TUNE, shown below, is housed in a black enclosure with silk-screened labels on the front and rear panels. On the front panel are 12 light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for indicating the status of the unit, the digital display for showing the band, radio station or TV channel being received, two control buttons, and three function selection buttons.
  • Page 7 Crestron ST-TUNE ST-TUNE Ports Each ST-TUNE rear panel port has a silk-screened label. For the descriptions of the ports, refer to the following diagrams and sections. ST-TUNE Rear Panel STI-TUNE (International Version) Rear Panel 12 VDC 1A This direct current (DC) power socket connector is used to supply power via the external power pack when attached.
  • Page 8 For fabrication instructions of a high-gain AM antenna for use in areas of high ambience interference or This connector is used to input FM radio signals. The ST-TUNE uses a 75-ohm “F” Type coaxial connector and the international STI-TUNE uses a 9.5 millimeter (mm) “IEC”...
  • Page 9 This LED (yellow) indicates that the SIMPL program currently loaded in the control system has a network device defined at the same NET ID code as the ST-TUNE. The LED flashes when communication with the Cresnet system and the ST-TUNE is occurring.

  • Page 10: Leading Specifications

    The latest software version can be obtained from the What’s New page (SIMPL Windows section) or Downloads page (SIMPLWIN Library) of Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com) New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site. ST-TUNEs with later versions of firmware may include features not mentioned in this guide.
  • Page 11 US 35 dB International Not applicable (mono only) The ST-TUNE will power-on to its last programmed reception mode. Off-Air is factory- set and all other modes are accessed through the control system software. The channel reception for US version ST-TUNE is standard NTSC format and international STI-TUNE format is PAL.

  • Page 12: Setup

    Setup Network Wiring CAUTION: Crestron modular cables are rated for a maximum of two (2) amperes. Do not exceed this current capacity for any modular device. If more current is required, connect an appropriate external power pack to the device.

  • Page 13: Preparation For Use

    If the unit is a home-run from a Crestron system power supply network port, the load factor of that unit is the load factor of the entire run. The length of the run in feet and the load factor of the run should be used in the following resistance equation to calculate the value on the right side of the equation.

  • Page 14: Identity Code

    The NET ID of the unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program. The NET ID of the ST-TUNE is factory set to 3E. The NET IDs of multiple ST-TUNEs must all be unique and changed from a personal computer (PC) via SIMPL Windows or VisionTools™...

  • Page 15: Firmware Upgrade

    Report Network Devices in the Viewport (alternatively, depress F4). Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the firmware of a ST-TUNE, a local PC that contains the Crestron Viewport (available in SIMPL Windows or VT Pro-e) is required. To connect the PC to the control system, refer to the “Obtaining Communications” section of the Operators Guide supplied with the appropriate control system.
  • Page 16 IP address. Port Settings Dialog Box Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE 5. Refer to the dialog box shown below and verify the communications settings. Make sure that parity is set to None, data bits to Eight, and XModem is selected.
  • Page 17 8b. If the firmware version is prior to version 2.17, proceed to step 8 of “Appendix 3” that begins on page 28. 9. As shown below, select File Transfer | Load Network Device from the Viewport menu. Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE...

  • Page 18: Programming With Simpl Windows

    (i.e., windows) in which a programmer can select, configure, program, test, and monitor a Crestron control system. Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE 10. Refer to the diagram below. Select the NET ID of the ST-TUNE and then click OK. 11. As shown below, browse to the firmware directory, select the downloaded firmware (UPG) file and click Open.

  • Page 19: Configure St-Tune Program

    Control Modules ST-TUNE and STI-TUNE Symbols The diagrams on the next two pages show the ST-TUNE and STI-TUNE symbols in SIMPL Windows. The two tables following the diagrams list the inputs and outputs, respectively, and their functional descriptions. NOTE: The US version ST-TUNE and international version STI-TUNE have the same default NET ID.
  • Page 20 (when it goes from low to high) and falling edge (from high to low) transitions. Depending upon how the symbol was created, symbol inputs may work at the logic levels or on transitions. Detail View of the ST-TUNE Symbol in SIMPL Windows’ Programming Manager Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE Crestron ST-TUNE...
  • Page 21 Crestron ST-TUNE Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner Detail View of the STI-TUNE Symbol in SIMPL Windows’ Programming Manager Operations Guide - DOC. 5833A Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE...
  • Page 22 These signals select one of the mono modes directly. The function is selected on the rising edge. ST-TUNE ONLY - These signals turns SAP reception on or off during TV mode only. This mode is selected on the rising edge.
  • Page 23 This signal is active only during the FM mode. ST-TUNE ONLY - This is an interlocked group of signals. When the SAP mode is on (TV mode only), SAP-ON-F is high . The LED on the front panel indicates if SAP is actually being received.

  • Page 24: Basic Example Program

    Basic Example Touchpanel How the Basic Example Program Works The example SIMPL program for the ST-TUNE is shown on the next page as a block diagram. Certain inputs and outputs have been rearranged or omitted for clarity. The touchpanel and ST-TUNE symbols are common to all (AM, FM, WX and TV) functions but the diagram shows details the signals and logic for the AM function only.

  • Page 25: Advanced Example Program

    Crestron’s website (www.crestron.com). Search for STTUNEB.ZIP. New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site. This example program utilizes most of the features of the ST-TUNE and provides logic that can be reused for different applications. The opening screen of this program allows a choice of setup, tuning, preset recall, or preset setup.

  • Page 26: Problem Solving

    STI-TUNE) are set up. This allows a preset to be completely customizable, unlike most radios where there are banks of FM Presets and AM Presets. The touchpanel contains on-screen help. The Crestron module “Text Entry for 25 Fields” was used to program the preset names.
  • Page 27 Station signal strength too low. The location of the ST-TUNE is an important factor in the AM radio reception. The reception is also dependent on its placement and the construction of the building, locate the unit outside of any metal enclosures to achieve the best performance. A standard RCA extender cable (not supplied) may be used to mount the antenna outside of a “shielded”...

  • Page 28: Further Inquiries

    Future Firmware Upgrades As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of the ST-TUNE, firmware upgrades may be made available. The upgrade files can be obtained from the What’s New page (Other Products section) or the Downloads page (UPGRADES Library) of Crestron’s website.

  • Page 29: Appendix 1: High-Gain Am Antenna

    15 LOOPS AT APPROXIMATELY 5-INCHES DIAMETER APPROXIMATELY 36-INCHES 3. Bring the ends of the wire together. Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner reception. The antenna consists of a weak QUANTITY 240 inches * Eight (8) minimum One (1) **...
  • Page 30 Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner Twist Wires Together Solder Connector Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE 4. As shown below, twist the wires together at two (2) turns per inch until the length of the twisted wires is approximately 34-inches. APPROXIMATELY 34-INCHES WITH TWO TURNS PER INCH 5.

  • Page 31: Appendix 2: Sti-Tune Tv Receptions

    The table in this appendix provides a list of program numbers, channels and corresponding frequencies for TV reception of international version STI-TUNE. The information in the following table does not apply to the US version ST-TUNE. STI-TUNE TV Programs, Channels and Frequencies Operations Guide - DOC.

  • Page 32: Appendix 3: Upgrade Firmware Version Prior To 2.17

    2.17. To upgrade the firmware, complete the following steps. CAUTION: If the ST-TUNE contains firmware version 2.17 or later, DO NOT perform this procedure or the unit will have to be returned to Crestron. NOTE: SIMPL Windows may open with an opening splash screen and may display the “What do you want to do?”...
  • Page 33 Operations Guide - DOC. 5833A Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner 6. Refer to diagram below. From the Viewport menu, select Diagnostics | Report Network Devices (alternatively, depress F4). 7. In the Viewport return display, observe the firmware version of the ST-TUNE. Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE...
  • Page 34 Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner CAUTION: If the ST-TUNE contains firmware version 2.17 or later, DO NOT continue this procedure or the unit will have to be returned to Crestron. Perform “Firmware Upgrade” that begins on page 11. Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box...
  • Page 35 Select ASCII Upload Select Loader (HEX) File NOTE: When the external power pack is disconnected from the ST-TUNE, operating power will automatically switch to Cresnet power supplied via the NET connector(s). To remove power from the unit, make sure both external power pack and NET connector(s) are removed.
  • Page 36 Accessing the Port Settings Dialog Box Port Settings Dialog Box for Firmware Upload Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner: ST-TUNE 14. Remove operating power from the ST-TUNE, wait several seconds and reconnect power. 15. Allow at least 30 seconds after power has been reconnected then select Diagnostics | Report Network Devices in the Viewport (alternatively, depress F4).
  • Page 37 18. As shown below, select File Transfer | Load Network Device from the Viewport menu. 19. Refer to the diagram below. Select the NET ID of the ST-TUNE and then click OK. 20. As shown below, browse to the firmware directory, select the downloaded firmware (UPG) file and click Open.
  • Page 38 Integrated AM/FM/TV Tuner NOTE: When the external power pack is disconnected from the ST-TUNE, operating power will automatically switch to Cresnet power supplied via the NET connector(s). To remove power from the unit, make sure both external power pack and NET connector(s) are removed.

  • Page 39: Return And Warranty Policies

    (3) years from the date of shipment to purchaser. Disk drives and any other moving or rotating mechanical parts are covered for a period of one (1) year. CRESTRON warrants all its other products for a period of one year from the defects mentioned above, excluding touchscreen display components which are covered for 90 days.
  • Page 40 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide - DOC. 5833A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 06.01 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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