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- Page 1 Crestron Touch The PC Driver Software Programmer’s Guide Intended for Version 3.08.34 and Later...
- 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. ©2004 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Crestron Touch The PC Driver Contents Touch the PC Driver Introduction ... 1 Driver Requirements ... 1 Quickstart Procedure ... 2 Driver Software Installation ... 3 Configuring the System ... 5 PC to Touchpanel Serial Communication ... 5 PC to Touchpanel Cresnet Communication ... 7 PC to Touchpanel Ethernet Communication ... -
Page 5: Touch The Pc Driver
The way to move the cursor using Touch the PC V2 is to first select one of the Touch Action functions and then perform the action. For example, selecting Touch None only enables you to move the cursor around the screen—no left- or right-click functions... -
Page 6: Specification
Available Hard Disc space Operating System The latest versions can be obtained from the Downloads | Software Updates section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com). Refer to NOTE below. The TPS-RFGWX and touchpanels with later versions of firmware may include features not mentioned in this guide. -
Page 7: Driver Software Installation
Touch the PC V2 Operation via Ethernet Communications Driver Software Installation To install the Touch the PC V2 software, download the files from the Downloads | Software Updates | Touchpanels page of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com). Search for Touch The PC Driver, V2. This file will create a UPDD folder plus the PDF version of this programmer’s guide and a Release Notes document. - Page 8 COM port other than the default COM1 can be selected, to specify the COM port from which the PC will receive the Touch the PC V2 commands. Setup.exe will finish with a prompt to restart the computer. The computer MUST be restarted.
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Page 9: Configuring The System
Configuring the System The touchpanel may be configured for serial, Cresnet, or Ethernet communication with the PC that contains the Touch the PC V2 software. TPS tilt touchpanels may contain a TPS-XVGA or TPS-XVGA-BV card. TPS lectern touchpanels (and TPS- TPI user interface) utilize a TPS-XVGAL card. -
Page 10: Control System
This connection can be made via a modular RJ-11 cable (supplied with touchpanel) and DB9F to RJ-11 adapter. 3 During serial communications, the control system and Cresnet wiring are required for touchpanel basic functionality and operating power. 6 • Touch the PC Driver Crestron Touch The PC Driver TPS-IMC-BV PORT RGB CABLE COMM. -
Page 11: Pc To Touchpanel Cresnet Communication
Crestron Touch The PC Driver PC to Touchpanel Cresnet Communication For Touch the PC V2 operation using Cresnet communication to the touchpanel, refer to the steps below. Cresnet Communication #1 - Tilt Touchpanel with TPS-XVGA PORT PORT CRESNET COMMUNICATION #1 - TILT TOUCHPANEL WITH TPS-XVGA CARD... -
Page 12: Pc To Touchpanel Ethernet Communication
2 Standard null modem serial cable. PC to Touchpanel Ethernet Communication For Touch the PC V2 operation using Ethernet communication from the PC to the touchpanel, refer to the following two sections, “Cabling Connections” and “Ethernet Setup.” NOTE: To connect the LAN port on the control system and the LAN port on the touchpanel base directly instead of through an Ethernet hub, use an Ethernet crossover cable (not supplied). - Page 13 Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com). Cabling Connections For Touch the PC V2 operation using Ethernet communication with the PC, refer to the steps below. Ethernet Communication #1 - Tilt Touchpanel with TPS-XVGA...
- Page 14 Standard null modem serial cable. Standard Ethernet cables (ref D & E). Power pack is NOT required if control system is connected to touchpanel via Ethernet AND Cresnet. 10 • Touch the PC Driver Crestron Touch The PC Driver RGB CABLE 24VDC COMM. CABLE...
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Page 15: Ethernet Setup
Ethernet devices that are addressed by the control system may have their IP IDs set either in the SIMPL Windows program or through the Crestron Viewport using a PC. Ultimately, each IP ID is converted into an actual IP address through an IP table that exists inside the control system. - Page 16 Software IP Table NOTE: The Device ID of the Touch the PC V2 does not have to match the CIP ID. It will also be used in step 6 of “VT Pro-e Updated IP Table 12 • Touch the PC Driver Crestron Touch The PC Driver 3.
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Page 17: Simpl Windows Programming
Crestron Touch The PC Driver SIMPL Windows Programming With a Cresnet or Ethernet connection (serial connection does NOT require SIMPL Windows programming), it is necessary to create a SIMPL Windows program to route the data. In the Configuration Manager, add the appropriate Plug-in Control Card or DPA Module to the control system and drag in the Cresnet or Ethernet- enabled touchpanel. -
Page 18: Vt Pro-E Programming
Device Settings of the RS-232 COM Port in SIMPL Windows’ Configuration Manager VT Pro-e Programming The Touch the PC V2 and PC configuration must be programmed in VT Pro-e and the project uploaded to the touchpanel. This entails the following steps, which are explained in detail in this section. - Page 19 Crestron Touch The PC Driver Select Project Properties NOTE: If the Touch The PC V2 selection does not appear, update the Crestron Database to version 16.2 or later. Select Touch The PC V2 in Pad Area 1 Programmer’s Guide – DOC. 5916B 4.
- Page 20 Boeckeler Instruments (www.pointmaker.com). For further information, refer to the latest revision of Pointmaker document can be obtained from the Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com). New users are required to register in order to obtain access to the FTP site. “RGB Video Properties” Window NOTE: If desired, buttons with special reserved join numbers to specify additional mouse and computer functions may be created.
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Page 21: Problem Solving
Crestron Touch The PC Driver Problem Solving Troubleshooting The table below and continued on the next page provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. Touch the PC V2 Troubleshooting PC hangs or displays a blue screen upon reboot. -
Page 22: Further Inquiries
Further Inquiries If, after reviewing this Programmer’s Guide, you cannot locate specific information or have questions, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team in your area. Dial one of the following numbers. 18 • Touch the PC Driver... -
Page 23: Future Updates
Crestron Touch The PC Driver You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features. -
Page 24: Appendix A - Additional Keyboard Functionality
If the default action is set to left-click, pressing on the touchpanel twice will provide double-click capabilities. 20 • Touch the PC Driver Crestron Touch The PC Driver 1. Open the RGB page in VT Pro-e, create a button object and position and size it on the page. Set parameters, as usual. -
Page 25: Appendix B - Cable And Wiring Specifications
If the unit is a home-run from a Crestron system power supply network port, the power factor of that unit is the power factor of the entire run. The length of the run in feet and the power factor of the run should be used in the resistance equation below to calculate the value on the right side of the equation. -
Page 26: Crestron Rj-45 Cabling
The end of the cable has a metal shield that is required to protect the equipment. Using non-Crestron cables will result in damage to the product. Other cables lengths are available from Crestron. -
Page 27: Db9F To Rj-11 Cable Fabrication
Crestron Touch The PC Driver DB9F to RJ-11 Cable Fabrication In the event that modular cables or the DB9F to RJ-11 adapter is not readily available, the table and diagram below are provided so that the cable can be fabricated. All parts are commercially available. -
Page 28: Software License Agreement
Agreement, which shall remain valid and enforceable according to its terms. 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 29: Proprietary Rights
“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 30: 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. - Page 31 Crestron Touch The PC Driver Software This page intentionally left blank. Touch the PC Driver • 27 Programmer’s Guide – DOC. 5916B...
- Page 32 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Programmer’s Guide – DOC. 5916B 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 09.04 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.
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