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CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Universal Wireless Gateway - ER, SG, and infiNET EX® Wireless Networks Product Manual Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Crestron, the Crestron logo, Crestron Toolbox, and infiNET EX are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Active Directory is either a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
Contents Overview Features Universal Wireless Gateway Easy Setup Power over Ethernet for Simple Installation Integrator Friendly Enclosure Physical Description Specifications Product Specifications Dimension Drawings Installation Determine the Installation Location Mount the Gateway DIN Rail Mount Wall Mount Make Connections PoE Connection Separate Power and Ethernet Connections Antenna Assign the RF Channel...
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Security 802.1x Configuration Turn On IEEE 802.1x Authentication Select an Authentication Method Server Validation Log Out Operation Acquire Devices Reboot Factory Reset iv • Contents Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
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(Extended Range RF) devices simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate gateways. Easy Setup The CEN-GW1 makes it easy to set up a network of wireless devices by eliminating the need for separate gateways, antennas, and LAN connections. Additionally, Crestron wireless devices are discovered and acquired in one simple step.
Power over Ethernet for Simple Installation Using PoE technology, a single cable run is used for both power and data for the CEN-GW1. Power an entire network of Crestron PoE devices using a Crestron PoE switch (CEN-SW-POE-5 or CEN-SWPOE-16) or a single device using a PoE Injector (PWE-4803RU). All PoE injectors and switches are sold separately.
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ANTENNA EX/ER (1) Connection for supplied EX/ER antenna or antenna extender ANTENNA SG (1) Connection for supplied SG antenna or antenna extender; CEN-GW1: Yellow bands around the top; CENI-GW1: Gray bands around the top COMPUTER (1) Micro-B USB female; Computer console port, installer use only;...
Specifications Product specifications for the CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1. Product Specifications Wireless Communications Transceiver infiNET EX Transceiver: 2-way RF, 2.4 GHz ISM; Channels 11-26 (2400 to 2483.5 MHz), default channel 15; IEEE 802.15.4 compliant; Mesh network topology; infiNET EX devices act as expanders Dedicated infiNET EX expanders are also available (CLW-EXPEX, sold...
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Supported Devices Supports Crestron and third-party infiNET EX devices, Crestron ER wireless devices, Crestron SG devices, 1, 2 and Crestron infiNET EX expanders Maximum Devices Allowed infiNET EX Devices infiNET EX Expanders ER Devices SG Devices NOTE: To maintain optimal performance, use no more than 50% of the maximum devices allowed per gateway.
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ANTENNA EX/ER (1) Connection for supplied EX/ER antenna or antenna extender ANTENNA SG (1) Connection for supplied SG antenna or antenna extender; CEN-GW1: Yellow bands around the top; CENI-GW1: Gray bands around the top COMPUTER (1) Micro-B USB female; Computer console port, installer use only;...
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5.36 in. (137 mm) with bracket Depth 5.17 in. (131 mm) Weight Gateway 13.1 oz (372 g) with antennas Bracket 1.5 oz (42 g) Compliance Regulatory Model: M201913001 UL, CE, RCM, FCC, IC, WEEE Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 12...
Dimension Drawings Product dimensions for the CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1. Notes: 1. The CEN-GW1 is not compatible with MTX-3, TPS-6X, or UFO-WPR-3ER model remotes. 2. Battery-powered infiNET EX devices do not provide expander functionality and may have reduced RF range capabilities. Consult the specifications for each network device to confirm its actual wireless capabilities. Use infiNET EX expanders (CLW-EXPEX, sold separately) to fill gaps in coverage and extend the wireless range of the infiNET EX network.
Installation The CEN-GW1 is a universal wireless gateway that communicates with Crestron® SG (Sub GHz), ER (Extended Range), and infiNET EX® wireless devices. A single CEN-GW1 creates SG, ER, and infiNET EX® wireless networks to facilitate 2-way communication between a Crestron® control system and a network of Crestron wireless remotes, keypads, lighting dimmers, motorized shades, thermostats, door locks, and other wireless devices.
DIN rail until it snaps into place. 2. Insert the CEN-GW1 into the mounting bracket until it snaps into place. 3. Secure the CEN-GW1 to the mounting bracket. Insert a 6-32 x 3/8 in. screw into each side of the mounting bracket and tighten using a Phillips screwdriver.
3. Secure the CEN-GW1 to the mounting bracket. Insert a 6-32 x 3/8 in. screw into each side of the mounting bracket and tighten using a Phillips screwdriver. Make Connections Make the Power, Ethernet, and Antenna connections. Turn on power to the CEN-GW1 after all connections have been made. Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.
Ethernet communications. To connect using a PoE connection: 1. On the CEN-GW1, connect the CAT5e cable to the LAN PoE port. 2. On the PoE switch or injector, connect the other end of the CAT5e cable to a PoE port.
Settings (on page 26) in the product manual. To assign the RF channel on the gateway, use the Web UI or the EasyConfig tool in Crestron Toolbox™ software. For details, refer to Radio Setup (on page 29) Crestron Toolbox Help.
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RF channel that is within a Wi-Fi channel. Refer to the table below for details. RF Channel(s) Within Wi-Fi Channel Adjacent to Wi-Fi Channel 11 - 14 15 (Default, Recommended) 1, 6 16 - 19 20 (Recommended) 6, 11 21 - 24 19 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
Log Out Log In To log in and configure the CEN-GW1: NOTE: To discover the IP address of the device, use the Device Discovery tool in Crestron Toolbox™ software 1. Enter the IP address into a web browser. 2. Enter the Username and Password.
For time-based auto update of the firmware, refer to the Auto Update (on page 27). 1. Visit www.crestron.com/firmware and download the latest firmware. 2. Select Upload Firmware and then select Browse. 21 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
To add a Root certificate: 1. Select the Root tab. 2. Click Add Root Certificate. 3. Select the certificate file from the dialog box that is displayed and click Open. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 22...
The Action drop-down menu changes into a Save Changes drop-down menu when there are changes that can be saved. To save configuration setting changes, select Save Changes. Revert To discard configuration settings changes, select Revert. 23 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
Use the device menu to view general device information such as the Model, Serial Number, and Firmware Version. Select More Details to view detailed device information such as the Build, Bootloader, Build Time, and more. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 24...
Use the Control System menu to view the connection status to a control system. Acquired Devices Use the Acquired Devices menu to view the SG, ER, and infiNET EX wireless devices that are acquired by the gateway. 25 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
2. Enter the Domain, Primary Static DNS, and Secondary Static DNS information. 3. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway information. 4. In the Actions menu, select Save Changes. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 26...
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2. In the Actions menu, select Save Changes. To use a custom auto update URL: NOTE: Do not change the default URL unless advised by a Crestron Tech Support Specialist. 1. Select Custom URL. 2. Enter a URL to a firmware server in the Custom URL Path box.
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3. In the Actions menu, click Save Changes. To delete an item from the IP Table: 1. Select an IP Table entry. 2. Click Remove. 3. In the Actions menu, click Save Changes. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 28...
2. On an SG, ER, or infiNET EX wireless device, enter Acquire mode. For details, refer to the wireless device's instructions. 3. After all wireless devices are acquired, select Stop Acquire to exit Acquire mode. 29 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
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(closest to -100 dBm) energy level. Avoid selecting a channel that is adjacent to a channel with a high energy level. To assign a channel, refer to Select RF Channel (on the previous page). Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 30...
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(closest to -100 dBm) energy level. Avoid selecting a channel that is adjacent to a channel with a high energy level. To assign a channel, refer to Select RF Channel (on page 29). 31 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
Groups. The password for the current user can also be changed. To change the current user’s password: 1. Click Change Current User Password. 2. Enter the current user's password in the Current Password box. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 32...
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NOTE: The Admin user cannot be deleted. 1. Click Delete. 2. In the confirmation dialog, click Yes. Create a User 1. Click Create User. 2. Enter a Username in the Name box. 33 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
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2. In the confirmation dialog, click Yes. Create a Group 1. Click Create Group. 2. Enter a Group Name in the Name box. 3. Select an access level from the Access Level drop-down menu. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 34...
To select an authentication method, select EAP-TLS Certificate or EAP MSCHAP V2- password from the Authentication Method drop-down menu. If EAP MSCHAP V2- password is selected, enter the Domain, Username, and Password. 35 • CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 Product Manual — Doc. 9195A...
NOTE: To load a custom certificate, go to Actions > Manage Certificates. For details, refer to Manage Certificates (on page 22). Log Out To log out from the web configuration and return to the welcome screen, click > Sign Out. Product Manual — Doc. 9195A CEN-GW1 and CENI-GW1 • 36...
Use the ACQUIRE, RESET, and SETUP buttons to perform the following functions: Acquire Devices Crestron SG, infiNET EX, and ER devices communicate with a CEN-GW1 after they are acquired by the gateway. A device can be acquired by only one gateway.
Acquired by a gateway. Do not power on the device until the gateway is in Acquire mode. 1. On the CEN-GW1, press ACQUIRE to enter Acquire mode. The ACQUIRE LED turns on to indicate that the gateway is in Acquire mode and that it is ready to acquire devices. While in Acquire mode, the gateway will discover and acquire SG, infiNET EX, and ER devices.
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Product Manual — Doc. 9195A Crestron Electronics, Inc. (2056508) 15 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647 01/03/22 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Specifications subject to Fax: 201.767.7656 change without notice. www.crestron.com...
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