Crestron C2N-TXM Operation Manual
Crestron C2N-TXM Operation Manual

Crestron C2N-TXM Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Crestron C2N-TXM ® Satellite Radio Tuner 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 Introducing XM Satellite Radio There’s a world of audio listening pleasure beyond AM and FM: XM Satellite Radio.
  • Page 3 United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ® Crestron C2N-TXM Satellite Radio Tuner Contents ® Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 How to Subscribe ......................2 Applications......................... 2 Specifications ......................3 Physical Description....................4 Setup ............................8 Network Wiring......................8 CAT5 Wiring....................... 8 Identity Code .......................
  • Page 7: Xm ® Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-Txm

    Up-to-the-minute programming information can be displayed for every XM radio channel, listing channel names, categories, artists, and song titles. Up to 20 “favorite” presets can be stored in the C2N-TXM for fast recall from any touch screen, keypad, or handheld remote.
  • Page 8: How To Subscribe

    ID and credit card ready; the Radio ID (eight-digit identification number assigned by XM Radio) can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio. It is also printed on the label on the bottom of the unit, and can be viewed using Crestron Toolbox™. Applications The following diagram shows a C2N-TXM in a residential application.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    ® Crestron C2N-TXM Satellite Radio Tuner Specifications Specifications for the C2N-TXM are listed in the following table. C2N-TXM Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Audio THD+N <0.01% @1 kHz S/N Ratio >97 dB balanced, >95 dB unbalanced, 20 Hz-22 kHz A-weighted Crosstalk > -90 dB 20 Hz-22 kHz...
  • Page 10: Physical Description

    C2N-TXM. C2N-TXM Physical View C2N-TXM Overall Dimensions 6.95 in (177 mm) 6.33 in (161 mm) 1.70 in 7.07 in (44 mm) (180 mm) 1.80 in (46 mm) 4 • XM Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B...
  • Page 11 (satellite or terrestrial repeater) MODE (1) pushbutton, cycles through modes NET LED Indicates communication with Cresnet system (Continued on following page) XM Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM • 5 Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B...
  • Page 12 Impedance: 50 ohms; Connects to indoor/outdoor high-gain antenna (included); Includes 20-foot cable; extendable up to 120 feet (36 meters) using C2N-TXM-C50 (sold separately) Ground (1) 6-32 screw, chassis ground lug 6 • XM Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B...
  • Page 13 Interface connectors for NET and SIG ports are provided with the unit. This eight-pin RJ-45 port provides connectivity to the CNX-BIPAD8 or any “CH” CAT5 audio port. This port uses CAT5 wiring and provides audio output from the C2N-TXM. Refer to the following table for connector pinouts.
  • Page 14: Setup

    (www.crestron.com/manuals). Identity Code The Net ID of the C2N-TXM has been factory set to 55. The Net IDs of multiple C2N-TXM devices in the same system must be unique Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via Crestron Toolbox (refer to “Establishing Communication”...
  • Page 15: Hardware Hookup

    This can be done before installing the XM Tuner in your Cresnet system. Crestron recommends placing the antenna either outside or near a window with a southern exposure. The antenna should face south if you are in the eastern half of the continental US, or south/southeast if you are in the western half of the country.
  • Page 16 XM Antenna Mounting Plate The supplied antenna has a 20-foot cable. If needed, a 50-foot extension cable (C2N-TXM-C50) is available. Crestron recommends a maximum total length of 120 feet (36 meters). For more information, contact a Crestron customer service representative. Alternate antenna solutions are also available from third-party suppliers.
  • Page 17 (Slow blink) Marginal Flashing rate is 50 msec (1/20 sec) Green Flashing (Fast blink) Strong Green 4. When a strong signal is found, secure the antenna in position. XM Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM • 11 Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B...
  • Page 18: 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 19 Net ID as shown in the following illustration. C2Net Device, Slot 9 2. If additional C2N-TXM devices are to be added, repeat step 1 for each device. Each C2N-TXM is assigned a different Net ID number as it is added.
  • Page 20: Uploading And Upgrading

    2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide (Doc. 6256). 2. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the C2N-TXM using the expected communication protocol (indirect). Select the Cresnet ID of the C2N-TXM and the address book entry of the control system that is connected to the C2N-TXM.
  • Page 21: Program Checks

    Satellite Radio Tuner Firmware 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.) Upgrade C2N-TXM firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
  • Page 22: Operation

    To activate, either contact XM Radio on their Web site (www.xmradio.com) or call (800) 967-2346. When activating, you must have the Radio ID number which has been assigned to the C2N-TXM. The Radio ID number is located on the bottom of the C2N-TXM.
  • Page 23: Problem Solving

    Use the Right Wire To ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology, use Crestron Certified Wire only. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire.
  • Page 24: Reference Documents

    Cresnet power usage of the entire chain. If the unit is run from a Crestron system power supply network port, the Cresnet power usage of that unit is the Cresnet power usage of the entire run. The wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of the run should be used in the following equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation’s left side.
  • Page 25: Future Updates

    Crestron C2N-TXM Satellite Radio Tuner 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 26: 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 27 ® Crestron C2N-TXM Satellite Radio Tuner This page is intentionally left blank. XM Satellite Radio Tuner: C2N-TXM • 21 Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B...
  • Page 28 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6234B 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2009410) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 8.11 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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