User manual CRESTRON QM-MD4X2

[. . . ] Crestron QM-MD4x2 QuickMedia Distribution Center Operations Guide 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. ©2004 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Crestron QM-MD4x2 QuickMedia Distribution System Contents QuickMedia Distribution System: QM-MD4x2 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] NOTE: In the configuration shown, the C2N-SPWS300 can operate in the "PWR ON" position or the "PWR OFF SLAVE" position. For more information, refer to the latest revision of the C2N-SPWS300 System Power Supply Operations Guide (Doc. NOTE: Power to the QM ports on the MD4x2 can be applied using other configurations. The total power requirement for devices connected to all of the ports in a group should not exceed the capabilities of the power supply attached to the 2postion terminal block connector. The total power requirement for all devices connected to a port group (QM IN or QM OUT) cannot be more than 75 Watts. 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 (www. crestron. com). To post your own question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron's True Blue Support, log in at http://support. crestron. com. First-time users will need to establish a user account. Operations Guide - DOC. 6278 QuickMedia Distribution System: QM-MD4x2 · 17 QuickMedia Distribution System Crestron QM-MD4x2 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC NOTE: Crestron recommends that you use the latest software to take advantage of the most recently released features. The latest software is available from the Downloads | Software Updates section of the Crestron website (www. crestron. com). The following are the earliest useable software version requirements for the PC: · · · SIMPL Windows version 2. 05. 22 or later with Library Update 292 or later. Crestron Engraver 2. 1. 3. 3 or later. Programming with SIMPL Windows NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the MD4x2, it is recommended to use SystemBuilder and Digital Media Tools software for configuring and tuning a QuickMedia system. NOTE: The following are acceptable file extensions for programs that include a MD4x2, developed for specific control system types: . smw: projectname. smw (SIMPL Windows source file) . spz: projectname. spz (compiled file for 2-series) . usp: projectname. usp (source code module for SIMPL+) . umc: projectname. umc (user macro for SIMPL) SIMPL Windows is Crestron's software for programming Crestron control systems. It provides a well-designed graphical environment with a number of workspaces (i. e. , windows) in which a programmer can select, configure, program, test, and monitor a Crestron control system. SIMPL Windows offers drag and drop functionality in a familiar Windows environment. NOTE: The following assumes that the reader has knowledge of SIMPL Windows. If not, refer to the extensive help information provided with the software. NOTE: In the following description, the QM-RMCRX control system is used. This section explains how to create a SIMPL Windows program that includes an MD4x2. Configuration Manager is where programmers "build" a Crestron control system by selecting hardware from the Device Library. In Configuration Manager, drag the QM-RMCRX from the Control Systems folder of the Device Library and drop it in the upper pane of the System Views. The QM-RMCRX with its associated communication ports is displayed in the System Views upper pane. QM-RMCRX System View The System Views lower pane displays the QM-RMCRX system tree. [. . . ] Enclose a note specifying the nature of the problem, name and phone number of contact person, RMA number, and return address. Products may be returned for credit, exchange, or service with a CRESTRON Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Authorized returns must be shipped freight prepaid to CRESTRON, 6 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, N. J. or its authorized subsidiaries, with RMA number clearly marked on the outside of all cartons. [. . . ]