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Crestron CEN-RGBHV Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Operations Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    • The apparatus must be installed in a way that the power cord The CEN-RGBHV can be used with Class 2 output wiring. can be removed either from the wall outlet or from the device itself in order to disconnect the mains power.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Contents Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 Specifications ......................3 Physical Description....................5 Industry Compliance ....................16 Setup ............................17 Network Wiring......................17 Identity Code ......................17 Installation .........................

  • Page 5: Wideband Rgb Matrix Switcher: Cen-Rgbhv

    CEN-RGBHV Introduction Introduction Crestron wideband matrix switchers are designed to provide flexible signal routing of high-res video and audio for the most demanding presentation environments. With extremely low crosstalk, 450 MHz video bandwidth, professional balanced audio and full Crestron control system integration, the CEN-RGBHV8X4, CEN-RGBHV8X8,...
  • Page 6 Full-featured Front Panel The CEN-RGBHV is fully operable out of the box for use as a standalone switcher. Featuring an informative LCD display and quick adjust knob, the front panel supports essential switcher operation without requiring a computer or control system.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    SIMPL™ Windows SystemBuilder™ without deciphering cryptic protocols. Up to 10 presets containing numerous routes can be saved onboard the CEN-RGBHV for instant recall. Integration with any 2-Series Control system also provides the gateway to Crestron’s ®...
  • Page 8 15 lbs (6.80 kg) CEN-RGBHV16X16: 40 lbs (18.14 kg) 1. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. 2. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.

  • Page 9: Physical Description

    Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your CEN-RGBHV. CEN-RGBHV8X4 Front View CEN-RGBHV8X4 Rear View Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 5 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 10 Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV CEN-RGBHV8X8 Front View CEN-RGBHV8X8 Rear View 6 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 11 Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher CEN-RGBHV12X4 Front View CEN-RGBHV12X4 Rear View Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 7 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 12 Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV CEN-RGBHV12X8 Front View CEN-RGBHV12X8 Rear View 8 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 13 Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher CEN-RGBHV16X16 Front View Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 9 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 14 Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV CEN-RGBHV16X16 Rear View 10 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 15 CEN-RGBHV8X4, CEN-RGBHV8X8, CEN-RGBHV12X4, CEN-RGBHV12X8 Overall Dimensions (CEN-RGBHV12X8 Shown) 17.03 in (43.24 cm) 5.20 in (13.21 cm) 9 10 11 12 13 14 13.10 in (33.26 cm) 12.03 in (30.55 cm) Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 11 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 16 Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV CEN-RGBHV16X16 Overall Dimensions 17.28 in (43.90 cm) 10.47 in (26.60 cm) 20.68 in (52.51 cm) 19.86 in (50.45 cm) 12 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 17 75 or 510 Ω, independently selectable for H and V per input; Return loss: < -30 dB @ 5 MHz; Sync detection on every input connector. (Continued on following page) Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 13 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 18 (3) high bandwidth video inputs plus (2) sync inputs; Output level: 0.2 to 5.0 V Output impedance: 75 Ω nominal; Return loss: < -30 dB @ 5 MHz (Continued on following page) 14 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 19 Maximum output level: 12 V balanced, unbalanced; Output impedance: 100 Ω balanced, 50 Ω unbalanced. 1. An interface connector for the NET port is provided with the unit. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 15 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 20: Industry Compliance

    This product is Listed to applicable UL Standards and requirements by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (E302724) As of the date of manufacture, the CEN-RGBHV has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.

  • Page 21: Setup

    Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the CEN-RGBHV has been factory set to 33. The Net IDs of multiple CEN-RGBHV 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 22: Installation

    Rack Mounting The CEN-RGBHV can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” and an appropriate number of longer screws are provided with the CEN-RGBHV so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting.
  • Page 23 Stacking Four “feet” are provided with the CEN-RGBHV 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.

  • Page 24: Hardware Hookup

    NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded. Fuse Replacement If the CEN-RGBHV does not power up when it is plugged into an AC outlet, one or both fuses may need to be replaced. The fuse holder is located on the rear panel, as the lower section of the IEC socket assembly.
  • Page 25 As you face the rear of the CEN-RGBHV, the line (“hot”) fuse will be on the left side of the fuse holder. This fuse should have a value of 2.5 Amps / 250 Volts. The neutral fuse will be on the right side of the fuse holder and should have a value of 10 Amps / 250 Volts.

  • Page 26: 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 website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at http://support.crestron.com.
  • Page 27 Locating the CEN-RGBHV (Cresnet) in the Device Library • To incorporate the CEN-RGBHV (Ethernet) into the system, drag the CEN-RGBHV from the Ethernet Control Modules | Ethernet Video Modules folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views.
  • Page 28 Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV C2Net Device, Slots 8 and 9 • Additional CEN-RGBHV devices are assigned different Net ID or IP ID 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 figure.

  • Page 29: Example Program

    The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1). Example Program An example program for the CEN-RGBHV is available from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/exampleprograms). Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 25...

  • Page 30: Uploading And Upgrading

    Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the CEN-RGBHV using the expected communication protocol (Indirect). Select the Cresnet ID of the CEN-RGBHV and the address book entry of the control system that is connected to the CEN-RGBHV.

  • Page 31: Programs And Firmware

    Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher • Use the Address Book in the Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the CEN-RGBHV with the CEN-RGBHV’s TCP/IP communication parameters. • Display the “System Info” window (click the icon) and select the CEN-RGBHV entry.

  • Page 32: Program Checks

    Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Crestron CEN-RGBHV Program Checks Actions that can be performed on the CEN-RGBHV vary depending on whether it is connected via Cresnet or Ethernet. Cresnet Connections For Cresnet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the network device tree (Tools | Network Device Tree) to show all network devices connected to the control system.

  • Page 33: Operation

    Crestron CEN-RGBHV Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher Operation Menu Structure The overall front panel menu structure of the CEN-RGBHV is shown in the following illustration. Subsequent paragraphs describe the individual pages and their functions. CEN-RGBHV Menu Structure Setup Menu Setup Menu...

  • Page 34: Audio Setup

    < > The default password for the CEN-RGBHV is 12345. You can change the password using the Control Setup / Password screen (refer to “Control: Password” on page 42). Use the buttons below the < and > symbols on the display to navigate to the digit you wish to set.
  • Page 35 ENTER to select another input or use the quick-adjust knob to select another Audio Setup parameter. The next parameter is Output Volume. Audio: “Output Volume” Screen Output Volume Audio Setup Output Volume To adjust output volume, press the ENTER button. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 31 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 36: Input Names

    To set up an input name, press the ENTER button. “Sel. input to name” Screen Sel. input to name 1:IN1 Use the quick-adjust knob to select the input you wish to name. Then press ENTER. 32 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 37: Output Names

    Audio blanking may be used to mute the audio signal during video blanking. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 33 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 38 Using the quick-adjust knob, you can change to any of the other parameters of the Video Setup menu. When you see the parameter you wish to enter, press the ENTER button. 34 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 39 To set up an output name, press the ENTER button. “Sel. output to name” Screen Sel. output to name 1:OUT1 Use the quick-adjust knob to select the output you wish to name. Then press ENTER. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 35 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 40 Blanking” screen. Use the quick-adjust knob to select another Video Setup parameter or press MENU to return to the “Video Setup” category screen. Use the quick-adjust knob to select another category. The next category is Blanking Setup. 36 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 41 Setup” screen. Press ENTER to select another output. Use the quick-adjust knob to select another category. The next category is Network Setup. Network Setup “Network Setup” Screen Setup Menu Network Setup Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 37 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 42: Subnet Mask

    Use the quick-adjust knob to select another Network Setup parameter. The next parameter is Subnet Mask. Network: “Subnet Mask” Screen Subnet Mask Network Setup Subnet Mask To set the subnet mask, press the ENTER button. 38 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 43 To set DHCP, press ENTER. Use the quick-adjust knob to turn DHCP on or off. DHCP Screen 2 DHCP An asterisk to the left of the DHCP option will show the current setting. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 39 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 44 Use the quick-adjust knob to select another Network Setup parameter. The next parameter is MAC Address. Network: “MAC Address” Screen MAC Address Network Setup MAC Address To display the MAC Address, press ENTER. 40 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 45 Low, Medium or High. Backlight Screen 2 Select Brightness Bklt Low An asterisk to the left of the backlight option will show the current setting. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 41 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 46 To view information about your CEN-RGBHV, press ENTER. “Info HW/OPS” Screen Info The Info submenu is divided into HW (hardware) and OPS (operation) sections. To view information about your CEN-RGBHV hardware, press the button below 42 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 47 Code: 458 KB / 1984 KB (23%) << >> Flash “File System” Screen File System: 68 KB / 6144 KB (1%) << >> “TOTAL FLASH” Screen TOTAL FLASH: 8192 KB << >> Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 43 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...
  • Page 48 << >> RAM “Heap” Screen Heap: 534 KB / 28566 KB (1%) << >> RAM “File System” Screen File System: 0 KB / 2048 KB (0%) << >> 44 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 49: Restore Defaults

    TOTAL RAM: 32768 KB << >> To view the firmware version and serial number of your CEN-RGBHV, press MENU to return to the “Info HW/OPS” screen then press the button below OPS. CEN-RGBHV Firmware and Serial Number Screen CEN-RGBHV8x8 Wide-Band Switcher [v1.000.0006, #FFFFFFFF] <<...

  • Page 50: Front Panel

    MENU to return to the “Control Setup” category screen. You can then use the quick-adjust knob to select another category or press MENU again to display the “Exit Setup Menu” screen. 46 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 51: Routing Signals

    The LED below TAKE will blink on and off. Press the TAKE button to execute the routing you have selected. The TAKE LED will stop blinking when routing changes have been executed. To exit VIEW or ROUTE mode, press the MENU button. Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV • 47 Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 52: Sync Mode

    To view the sync rates for a different input, press the numbered IN button for the input you wish to view. To exit SYNC mode, press the SYNC button or press another button such as VIEW or MENU. 48 • Wideband RGB Matrix Switcher: CEN-RGBHV Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C...

  • Page 53: Problem Solving

    Use the Right Wire In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire.

  • Page 54: Further Inquiries

    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. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.

  • Page 55: 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 56 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6612C 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2019030) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 09.08 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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