This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-6X-BTP has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.
Crestron TPS-6X-BTP Battery Pack for TPS-6X: TPS-6X-BTP Introduction ® The Crestron pack for the TPS-6X Wireless Touchpanel. One TPS-6X-BTP is included with each TPS-6X. Installation of the TPS-6X-BTP battery pack requires tools and should be performed by a qualified technician. IMPORTANT: BEFORE INSTALLATION OF A NEW BATTERY Firmware version 3.001.0039 or later must be loaded to provide optimum performance.
Battery Pack for TPS-6X Specifications Specifications for the TPS-6X-BTP are listed in the following table. TPS-6X-BTP Specifications SPECIFICATION Output Voltage Capacity Composition Usage Per Charge Charging Time Optimal Operating Temperature Weight NOTE: The batteries will not charge when they are warmer than the maximum charging temperature.
Crestron TPS-6X-BTP Physical Description The TPS-6X-BTP consists of two battery cells, along with the integrated wiring. It has a multi-pin connector for attachment inside the TPS-6X. TPS-6X-BTP Physical View Installation Guide – DOC. 6740C Battery Pack for TPS-6X Battery Pack for TPS-6X: TPS-6X-BTP • 3...
Battery Pack for TPS-6X Setup Removal NOTE: The TPS-6X Wireless Touchpanel contains ESD (electrostatic discharge) sensitive devices. To avoid damaging the unit, perform the following procedure while wearing a grounding strap that is properly grounded or on a grounded workstation. NOTE: To prevent damage to the multi-pin connector and wiring, use care when handling the TPS-6X-BTP.
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Crestron TPS-6X-BTP 2. Remove the four screws that secure the front bezel to the touchpanel and return the unit to its normal, face-up position. (Use care and hold the bezel to the rest of the touchpanel. If the bezel separates from the rest of the touchpanel while rotating the unit to its normal position, the internal parts of the panel may spill out.) 3.
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Battery Pack for TPS-6X 5. Remove the orange tape securing the battery pack wires to the circuit board and the two pieces of clear tape on each battery cell. (Refer to illustration below.) TPS-6X Assembly (Removed from Enclosure) 6 • Battery Pack for TPS-6X: TPS-6X-BTP Crestron TPS-6X-BTP Installation Guide –...
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Crestron TPS-6X-BTP 6. Using the flat end of a small slot head screwdriver, gently separate the multi-pin connector from the corresponding connector on the circuit board of the TPS-6X. (Refer to illustration below.) TPS-6X-BTP Connector on TPS-6X 7. Remove battery cells with the connecting wires attached, from either side of the assembly.
Battery Pack for TPS-6X Installation NOTE: The TPS-6X Wireless Touchpanel contains ESD (electrostatic discharge) sensitive devices. To avoid damaging the unit, perform the following procedure while wearing a grounding strap that is properly grounded or on a grounded workstation. After completing removal of the old TPS-6X-BTP from the TPS-6X touchpanel (refer to “Removal”...
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Crestron TPS-6X-BTP 4. Dress the cables of the TPS-6X-BTP as shown in the illustration below and apply the 2-inch (50 mm) piece of orange tape that came with the TPS-6X-BTP to hold the wires in place. 5. Apply the two 1 inch (25 mm) pieces of orange tape that came with the TPS-6X-BTP to each battery cell, extending the tape to the black tab of the battery housing support on each side, as shown in the illustration below.
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Battery Pack for TPS-6X 6. Carefully turn the assembly over, returning it to its normal, face-up position. Then place the assembly into the rear half of the TPS-6X enclosure, hinging it so the top of the assembly is in place first (as shown in the illustration below).
Crestron TPS-6X-BTP 10. Re-connect power, slide the battery switch on the rear to the ON (up) position. Charging NOTE: A Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery typically provides 500 charge/discharge cycles. To charge the TPS-6X-BTP, install the TPS-6X-BTP in a TPS-6X touchpanel and mount the touchpanel on a powered TPS-6X-DS or TPS-6X-DS-C Docking Station/Charger (TPS-6X-DS-C sold separately).
Battery Pack for TPS-6X • If the batteries are cycled (charged and discharged), the storage capability will be restored up to 95% of its initial rated capacity after the second or third cycle. To prolong the life and maintain the performance of your NiMH batteries, Crestron recommends you follow these steps: •...
Crestron TPS-6X-BTP Resources Further Inquiries If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products.
Battery Pack for TPS-6X Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange or service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact an authorized CRESTRON dealer. Only authorized CRESTRON dealers may contact the factory and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
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Crestron Electronics, Inc. Installation Guide – DOC. 6740C 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2022218) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 02.10 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.
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