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  • Page 1 Crestron TPS-GA-TPI ® Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface Operations Guide...
  • 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. ©2007 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Crestron TPS-GA-TPI Contents ® Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI Introduction ... 1 Features and Functions ... 1 Internal Block Diagram ... 3 Specifications ... 4 Physical Description... 6 Industry Compliance ... 11 Setup ... 12 Network Wiring... 12 Ethernet ... 12 QuickMedia Wiring...

  • Page 5: Isys ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: Tps-Ga-Tpi

    Interface: TPS-GA-TPI Introduction Features and Functions The TPS-GA-TPI is designed to allow for the integration of non-Crestron touchscreens into the Crestron control system. The TPS-GA-TPI transforms a third party display device into a full-featured Isys stunning control graphics with dual window display of HD video and high res RGB signals.
  • Page 6 A QuickMedia (QM) output port is included, allowing for output of the touchscreen image to feed a remote display device. QuickMedia provides a single cable solution for routing the TPS-GA-TPI's display output and audio signals up to 450 feet. High-Speed Connectivity...

  • Page 7: Internal Block Diagram

    Crestron TPS-GA-TPI Internal Block Diagram The following diagram represents the internal configuration of the TPS-GA-TPI. These units feature two RGBHV inputs to receive RGBS and RGsB from a computer and two sets of three BNC connectors to receive video and HDTV (composite, S-video and component) inputs.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface Specifications Specifications for the TPS-GA-TPI are listed in the following table. TPS-GA-TPI Specifications (Continued on following page) ® 4 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI SPECIFICATION Device Support Mouse Touchscreen/Pen Display Processor Memory DDR RAM Flash...
  • Page 9 Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems. system, be sure that the baud rate is at 38400 (Cresnet speed) or lower. Otherwise, Toolbox may post the “Transfer Failed” message. ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 5 Isys DETAILS 32 Watts (1.34 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) Version 3.155.1143 or later...

  • Page 10: Physical Description

    Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your TPS-GA-TPI. TPS-GA-TPI Physical View (Front) TPS-GA-TPI Physical View (Rear) TPS-GA-TPI Overall Dimensions (Front) 1.70 in (4.32 cm) ® 6 • Isys...

  • Page 11: Controls And Indicators

    (42.98 cm) 17.03 in (43.25 cm) CONNECTORS CONTROLS & INDICATORS PWR LED (1) Green LED, indicates DC power applied to NET port. RESET BUTTON (1) Recessed miniature pushbutton, reboots the touchpanel interface. ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 7 Isys DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 12 Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) (Continued on following page) ® 8 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI CONNECTORS CONTROLS & INDICATORS RGBHV OUTPUT (1) DB15 HD female, RGB output; Format: RGBHV; Output resolution 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 768,...
  • Page 13 1366 x 768, 1152 x 864, 1280 x 1024 Connects to QM input port of any QuickMedia device via CresCAT-QM or CresCAT-IM cable ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 9 Isys DESCRIPTION Pin 1 (24) Power (24 Volts DC) Pin 2 (Y)

  • Page 14: Pin Signal

    2. Refer to the Crestron website or contact Crestron for the latest firmware capabilities and device 3. Connect to external touchscreen via part number 4501251 (supplied) or CNSP-602, CNSP-616, ® 10 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI CONNECTORS CONTROLS & INDICATORS RGBHV INPUT (1 –...

  • Page 15: Industry Compliance

    4. The eight-pin RJ-45 QuickMedia transport port accepts CAT5E/CAT6 carrying audio and video Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-GA-TPI, has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labeling.

  • Page 16: Setup

    When wiring the network, consider the following: For more details, refer to “Check Network Wiring” on page 46. Ethernet The TPS-GA-TPI also uses high-speed Ethernet for communications between the device and a control system, computer, digital media server and other IP-based devices.
  • Page 17 (0.84-1.27 cm) when making a connection. The twists are critical to canceling out interference between the wires. The aggregate cable length of a signal path originating at the TPS-GA-TPI and terminating at QM endpoint such as a TPS-12G/15G-QM-L must not exceed 450 feet (137 meters).

  • Page 18: Identity Code

    Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the TPS-GA-TPI has been factory set to 03. The Net IDs of multiple TPS-GA-TPI devices in the same system must be unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via the Crestron Toolbox™ (refer to “Establishing Communication”...
  • Page 19 EEPROM and displays the main page that has been programmed into your system. The remaining buttons on the MAIN MENU open other menus, which are discussed in subsequent paragraphs. MAIN MENU Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 15 Isys...

  • Page 20: Calibration Menu

    Return button to return to the MAIN MENU. NOTE: For convenience, the current Cresnet ID setting is displayed in the upper left corner. NOTE: All TPS-GA-TPI interface settings are automatically saved in non-volatile memory. ®...

  • Page 21: Interface Menu

    TPS-GA-TPI and the SIMPL Windows program is required if data is to be successfully transferred. Net ID for the TPS-GA-TPI is factory set to 03. No two devices in the same system can have the same Net ID.

  • Page 22: Ethernet Setup Menu

    NOTE: The TPS-GA-TPI does not support wireless Ethernet. There may be Ethernet devices (i.e., a control system) on the network that communicate with the TPS-GA-TPI via CIP (Cresnet Internet Protocol). The CIP buttons, located on the INTERFACE MENU, determine if the TPS-GA-TPI is capable of this type of communication.
  • Page 23 NOTE: The address shown for the Current IP Address is only representative. It does not reflect a real or suggested address. ETHERNET SETUP MENU (STATIC) ETHERNET STATIC IP SETTINGS Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 19 Isys...
  • Page 24 G-Series Touchpanel Interface ETHERNET DNS SETTINGS ETHERNET WINS SETTINGS Selection of the DHCP Enable button from the ETHERNET SETUP MENU displays the DHCP options Renew and Release. ® 20 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI Crestron TPS-GA-TPI Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A...
  • Page 25 ETHERNET SETUP MENU (DHCP ENABLED) RS-232 Menu The TPS-GA-TPI interface allows for one of four RS-232 communication modes: For convenience, the RS-232 MENU Console Port Mode also permits the selection of the RS-232 communication options, Baud Rate, Data Bits, Stop Bits, Parity, RTS On/Off and XON-XOFF On/Off.
  • Page 26 Audio Settings button returns all audio parameters to their default settings. After audio parameters have been set, select the Return button to return to the SETUP MENU. ® 22 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI Crestron TPS-GA-TPI Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A...
  • Page 27 Adjusts the overall treble output with the - and + buttons. Headphone Adjusts the overall left/right balance of the headphone Balance output with the - and + buttons. (This control is visible only when headphones are connected.) ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 23 Isys DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 28 QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP MENU Refer to the following table for additional QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP menu details. QM Audio Output Setup Details ® 24 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI QM AUDIO OUTPUT SETUP SCREEN CONTROLS Restore Default Returns the settings on this menu to their factory Output Settings defaults.

  • Page 29: Video Setup

    Crestron TPS-GA-TPI Video Setup The TPS-GA-TPI can display two fully scalable and movable, full motion video windows, each supporting standard video, HDTV and high-resolution RGB signals from external AV and computer sources. These units use auto-detect for composite, S-video, component or RGBHV. They support SDTV (NTSC and PAL), EDTV, HDTV and RGB (VGA) up to UXGA (1600 x 1200).

  • Page 30: Video Setup Screen

    Video Setup Details The following screen is displayed when Video, S-Video or Component are selected. VIDEO 1 SETUP (Video, S-Video and Component) ® 26 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI VIDEO SETUP SCREEN CONTROLS Setup Video 1 Displays the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu. By default, the VIDEO 1 SETUP menu displays video controls: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation and Hue on the right side of the menu.
  • Page 31 Adjusts video image saturation with the – and + buttons. Adjusts video image hue with the – and + buttons. 1, 2 Adjusts the amount of red in the video signal. Available when the RGB Color button is selected. ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 27 Isys DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 32 2. Adjustment applies to the currently selected video source only. 3. These controls are available only in Video, S-Video and Component modes. In RGB mode they are ® 28 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI VIDEO 1 SETUP SCREEN CONTROLS...

  • Page 33: Rack Mounting

    Rack Mounting The TPS-GA-TPI can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the TPS-GA-TPI so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit.
  • Page 34 To install the ears: Stacking Four “feet” are provided with the TPS-GA-TPI so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked. These feet should be attached prior to the hookup procedure by removing the adhesive backing and pressing them onto the bottom of the device.

  • Page 35: Hardware Hookup

    ETHERNET TO LAN CRESNET DEVICES Refer to “External Touchscreen” on page 32 for touchscreen input connections. NOTE: The TPS-GA-TPI can only be powered by the 4-position terminal block connector labeled NET. Crestron recommends an independent power supply for the TPS-GA-TPI.

  • Page 36: External Touchscreen

    QuickMedia output. NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded. If using the QM OUT port on the TPS-GA-TPI, attach the included bead to a shielded CAT5e cable with a single turn. As shown in the illustration below, the bead should be located one inch (2.54 cm) from the cable’s end.

  • Page 37: Command Syntax

    Serial Connection 1. Connect the RGBHV OUT to the RGB in on the touchscreen. 2. Connect to the TPS-GA-TPI via USB or TCP/IP communication as described in 3. Using the Toolbox Text Console, enter the EXTT command to set the 4.

  • Page 38: Usb Connection

    USB Connection 1. Connect the RGBHV OUT to the RGB in on the touchscreen. 2. Connect to the TPS-GA-TPI via serial or TCP/IP communication as described in 3. Using the Toolbox Text Console, enter the EXTT command to set the 4.

  • Page 39: Programming Software

    Upload program and firmware. For graphical touchscreen design. • To incorporate the TPS-GA-TPI (Cresnet) into the system, drag the TPS-GA-TPI from the Touchpanels | Touchpanels (Cresnet) folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views. ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 35 Isys ...
  • Page 40 ® 36 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • To incorporate the TPS-GA-TPI (Ethernet) into the system, drag the TPS-GA-TPI from the Touchpanels | Touchpanels (Ethernet) folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views. • The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate slot with a default Net ID or IP ID as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 41 Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface • Additional TPS-GA-TPI devices are assigned different Net ID (for Cresnet devices) or IP ID (for Ethernet devices) numbers as they are added. • If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window and change the Net ID or IP ID, as shown in the following figures.

  • Page 42: Program Manager

    There are no special programming requirements to use the functions of the TPS-GA-TPI in a room control system. Multi-Mode Objects Multi-mode objects offer high-...
  • Page 43 A bit depth refers to the number of memory bits used to store color data for each pixel in a raster image. A TPS-GA-TPI raster image consists of a rectangular grid of picture elements (pixels). Each pixel uses the same amount of memory to store its color data.

  • Page 44: Multibyte International Characters

    This occurs when a language has more than 256 characters (2 For example, Chinese fonts contain several thousand characters. Other multibyte languages include Japanese and Korean. ® 40 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI NUMBER OF BITS NUMBER OF COLORS 1 bit Black and White...

  • Page 45: Example Program

    Windows XP and Vista are available in many international languages and add-on software is available for other versions of Windows. Example Program An example program for the TPS-GA-TPI is available from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/exampleprograms). Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface ®...

  • Page 46: Uploading And Upgrading

    CRESTRON TOOLBOX OR EQUIVALENT • The RS-232 port on the TPS-GA-TPI connects to the serial port on the PC via a serial cable (Crestron STCP-502PC or equivalent). • Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected serial communication protocol (RS-232, auto-detect baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, XON/XOFF disabled, RTS/CTS disabled).

  • Page 47: Programs, Projects And Firmware

    FTP site.) Upgrade TPS-GA-TPI firmware via Crestron Toolbox. Program Checks Actions that can be performed on the TPS-GA-TPI vary depending on whether it is connected via Cresnet or Ethernet. Cresnet Connections For Cresnet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the network device tree Operations Guide –...

  • Page 48: Ethernet Connections

    Be sure to use the Crestron Toolbox to create the TPS-GA-TPI IP table. Edit the control system’s IP table to include an entry for the TPS-GA-TPI. The entry should list the TPS-GA-TPI’s IP ID (specified on the TPS-GA-TPI’s IP table) and the internal gateway IP address 127.0.0.1.

  • Page 49: Problem Solving

    ID in the SIMPL program. Interface Cresnet ID is not unique, two or more units share the same ID. ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 45 Isys CORRECTIVE ACTION Verify power to unit. Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.

  • Page 50: Check Network Wiring

    Verify video input and QM connections. Assign correct IP address to TPS-G-TPI. Assign correct IP mask. Ensure that the PC and the TPS-GA-TPI are on the same subnet. Check Touch settings on INTERFACE MENU. Use Toolbox function Setup Mode to perform calibration.

  • Page 51: Reference Documents

    P = Cresnet power usage of entire run (or chain) DOCUMENT TITLE 2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide Crestron e-Control Reference Guide MediaManager Applications Guide Touch the PC V1 Serial Mouse Control Driver Touch the PC V2 Touch the PC Driver ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 47 Isys...

  • Page 52: Further Inquiries

    Future Updates As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capabilities of the TPS-GA-TPI, additional information may be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.

  • Page 53: Software License Agreement

    Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface LICENSE TERMS OTHER LIMITATIONS ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 49 Isys...

  • Page 54: Governing Law

    MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, NOR AUTHORIZES OTHER PARTY MERCHANTABILITY FOR THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS WARRANTIES. ® 50 • Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI PROPRIETARY RIGHTS GOVERNING LAW CRESTRON LIMITED WARRANTY OFFER WARRANTIES, Crestron TPS-GA-TPI INCLUDING WARRANTIES Operations Guide –...

  • Page 55: Return And Warranty Policies

    All brand names, product names and trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows95/98/Me/XP/Vista and WindowsNT/2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A Isys G-Series Touchpanel Interface ® G-Series Touchpanel Interface: TPS-GA-TPI • 51 Isys...
  • Page 56 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6609A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2019014) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 09.07 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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