Crestron Toolbox; Identity Code - Crestron UPX-2 Operation Manual

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Operations Guide – DOC. 6276B
Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the right side of
the equation. For example, a Cresnet run using 18 AWG Crestron Certified Wire and
drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 333 feet. If Cresnet HP
is used for the same run, its length could extend to 1250 feet.
NOTE: All Crestron certified Cresnet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One
twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor, and the other twisted
pair is the Y conductor and the Z conductor.
NOTE: When daisy-chaining Cresnet units, strip the ends of the wires carefully to
avoid nicking the conductors. Twist together the ends of the wires that share a pin on
the network connector, and tin the twisted connection. Apply solder only to the ends
of the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end becomes brittle.
Insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and tighten the retaining
screw. Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors.
NOTE: For larger networks (i.e., greater than 28 network devices), it may become
necessary to add a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality
throughout the network. Also, for networks with lengthy cable runs, it may be
necessary to add a Hub/Repeater after only 20 devices.

Crestron Toolbox

NOTE: The minimum version of Crestron Toolbox required to operate with the
UPX-2 is version 1.2.10 or later.
Crestron Toolbox (a replacement for Crestron Viewport) is a broad-based software
package that accomplishes multiple system tasks, primarily using an RS-232 or
TCP/IP connection between a PC and one or more Crestron control systems.
You can use Crestron Toolbox to:
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Observe system processes.
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Upload operating systems and firmware.
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Upload programs and touchpanel projects.
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Set or change device Network IDs.
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Change serial numbers.
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Run scripts to automate tasks.
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Perform system diagnostics, and much more.
Crestron Toolbox allows you to perform these functions using simple graphical
views and click and drag methods.

Identity Code

All equipment and user interfaces within the network require a unique identity code
(Net ID). These codes are two-digit hexadecimal numbers ranging from 03 to FE.
Refer to "Cresnet" on page 29 for instructions on setting the unit's Net ID. The Net
ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program.
Refer to "Setting the Net ID in Device Settings" in the latest version of the UPX-2
Reference Guide (Doc. 6286) for details of the SIMPL Windows procedure.
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