Crestron DigitalMedia DM-TX-200-2G Operations & Installation Manual

Crestron DigitalMedia DM-TX-200-2G Operations & Installation Manual

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Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G
Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT
Transmitters
Operations & Installation Guide

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  • Page 1 Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Operations & Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Regulatory Compliance

    Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This device includes an aggregation of separate independent works that are each generally copyrighted by Crestron Electronics, Inc., with all rights reserved. One of those independent works, Linux Bridge Project, is copyrighted under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Version2, reproduced in “GNU General Public License”...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation ......................... 18 Hardware Hookup ..................... 23 Programming Software ......................26 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ..........26 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder.............. 26 Programming with SIMPL Windows ................ 26 Uploading and Upgrading......................29 Establishing Communication..................29 Firmware ........................31 IP Configuration ......................
  • Page 5: Wall Plate Digitalmedia™ Cat Transmitter 200/400: Dm-Tx-200-2G/400-3G

    For DigitalMedia CAT wiring, use DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable. Up to two DM Repeaters (Model DM-DR, sold separately) may be required. Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines. It is available from the Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/dmresources).
  • Page 6 For DigitalMedia CAT wiring, use DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable. Up to two DM Repeaters (Model DM-DR, sold separately) may be required. Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines.
  • Page 7 The RGB input can accept component, composite, and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron MPS Series products, or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the RGB connection.
  • Page 8: Applications

    Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Applications The following diagram shows a DM-TX-200-2G and a DM-TX-400-3G in a typical application. DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G in a Typical Application 4 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Specifications Specifications for the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G are listed in the following table. DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Video Switcher DM-TX-200-2G 2x1 combination digital/analog switch, ® Crestron QuickSwitch HD DM-TX-400-3G 4x1 combination digital/analog switch,...
  • Page 10 1080p60 Composite and S-video 480i 576i Output Resolutions Matched to inputs Analog-To-Digital Conversion 10-bit 165 MHz per each of 3 channels (Continued on following page) 6 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 11 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) Heat Dissipation DM-TX-200-2G 35 BTU/Hr DM-TX-400-3G 40 BTU/Hr Enclosure Construction Metal with black or white finish (Continued on following page) Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 7 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 12 DigitalMedia Repeater HDMI requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DVI or DisplayPort Multimode signal. CBL-HD-DVI and CBL-DP-HD interface cables available separately. 8 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 13: Physical Description

    The RGB input can accept component, composite, and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron MPS Series products, or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the RGB connection.
  • Page 14 Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G DM-TX-400-3G Physical View 10 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 15 Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters DM-TX-200-2G Overall Dimensions (Front, Right & Rear Views) 2.53 in (64 mm) 3.50 in 2.00 in (89 mm) (51 mm) 0.34 in (9 mm) 4.12 in (105 mm) 3.37 in (86 mm) 2.63 (67 mm) Wall Plate DigitalMedia™...
  • Page 16 (64 mm) 5.30 in 0.34 in (135 mm) (9 mm) 2.00 in (51 mm) 4.12 in (102 mm) 5.18 in (132 mm) 2.63 in (67 mm) 12 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 17 Connects to DMNet port of a DM switcher, receiver/room controller, or other DM device 5, 6 via DM-CBL cable (Continued on following page) Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 13 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 18 The RGB input can accept component, composite, and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron MPS Series products, or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the RGB connection.
  • Page 19 A grounding lead is provided for connection to earth ground (building steel). This ground connection is recommended to provide a common ground reference for signals provided to the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G, and to reduce the incidence of possible damage to the unit from static discharge.
  • Page 20: Setup

    Ethernet slot on the control system in SIMPL Windows, without a DM switcher. The IP ID is set within the DM-TX-200-2G’s and DM-TX-400-3G’s IP table using Crestron Toolbox. For information on setting an IP table, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.
  • Page 21: Auto-Detect Switching

    2. DM-TX-400-3G only. 3. If no audio signal is present, the default audio source will be the RCA analog inputs. Supplied Hardware The hardware supplied with the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G is listed in the following tables. Supplied Hardware for the DM-TX-200-2G...
  • Page 22: Installation

    Installation To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. To install the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G, the following tools and accessories are required: • DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable (sold separately). Refer to “Network Wiring”...
  • Page 23 8. Using an adjustable wrench, clamp the prepared cable to the unit as shown in the following illustration. NOTE: Twisted braid and foil shield must be in full contact with inside of clamp. Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 19 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 24 Insert the twisted pairs of the blue, shielded cable into the D terminal block and tighten each screw base. Use the 568-B wiring standard. 20 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 25 Make sure that all excess wire is completely inside the electrical box and not between the box and the side of the unit. 14. Attach an appropriate decorative style faceplate (not supplied). Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 21 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 26 Ground Wire Screws (4) #06-32 x 3/4", Truss Combo Head (2009211) Wall Plate with Hardware (Not Supplied) Data/Control Cable Assy, DM-TX-200-2G Module (6503588 or 6504687) 22 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 27: Hardware Hookup

    Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 16 before attaching the DMNet Cable. Apply power after all connections have been made. When making connections to the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G, use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 23...
  • Page 28 Receiver or Other DM Device To Video Data (D) Port of Switcher, Receiver or Other DM Device To Data Management (M) Port of Switcher, Receiver or Other DM Device 24 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 29 NOTE: To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. NOTE: For optimum performance, Crestron requires using DM-CBL DigitalMedia cable, available from Crestron. NOTE: The minimum cable length required for DM-CBL DigitalMedia cable is 15 feet (~4.6 meters).
  • Page 30: Programming Software

    Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron Web site. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at www.crestron.com/support.
  • Page 31 Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Locating the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G in the Device Library The system tree of the control system displays the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G in the appropriate slot with a default IP ID as shown in the following illustrations. In the first example, the DM-TX-200-2G and DM-TX-400-3G is used with the DMC-CAT input card in a DM-MD8X8 switcher (both sold separately).
  • Page 32 Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters Crestron DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G 3. If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” dialog box and change the IP ID as shown in the following figure (DM-TX-200-2G shown). “Device Settings: Crestron DM-TX-200-2G” Dialog Box NOTE: The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the IP ID of each unit.
  • Page 33: Uploading And Upgrading

    Digital Media Switchers Operations Guide (Doc. 6755). 2. Use the Device Discovery Tool in Crestron Toolbox to find the IP address of the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G. The tool is available in Toolbox version 1.15.143 or later.
  • Page 34 To establish USB communication between the PC and the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G via a DM switcher: 1. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected communication protocol (USB). When multiple USB devices are connected, identify the DM switcher by entering “DM-MD8X8”, “DM-MD16X16”...
  • Page 35: Firmware

    For details on upgrading, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file. Check the Crestron Web site to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.) To upgrade the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G’s firmware:...
  • Page 36: Ip Configuration

    IP Configuration If the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G is used in a standalone configuration (i.e., without a DM switcher), use Crestron Toolbox to create the IP table entry for the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G. NOTE: If the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G is connected directly to a DM switcher, the IP table entry for the DM-TX-200-2G or DM-TX-400-3G is created automatically.
  • Page 37: Problem Solving

    Check that all ground functionality due connections have been to electrostatic made properly. discharge. NOTE: For more advanced diagnostics, use the DMTool in Crestron Toolbox. Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 33 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 38: Check Network Wiring

    NOTE: 1080p @ 60 Hz is the most common resolution used in residential installations. NOTE: All Crestron certified DMNet 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 A conductor and the B conductor.
  • Page 39: Reference Documents

    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 Web site (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
  • Page 40: Return And Warranty Policies

    Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer's warranty, if any. 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 41: Gnu General Public License

    License and to the absence of any warranty; and give any other recipients of the Program a copy of this License along with the Program. Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 37 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 42 5. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Program or its derivative works. These actions are prohibited by law if you do not accept this License. Therefore, by 38 • Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 43 THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Wall Plate DigitalMedia™ CAT Transmitters: DM-TX-200-2G/400-3G • 39 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B...
  • Page 44 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6949B 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2027115) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 02.11 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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