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Crestron CEN-TRACK Tuner Rack
Tuner Rack: CEN-TRACK
Introduction
The CEN-TRACK is a modular multi-tuner capable of providing up to six
independent radio tuners for use in a Crestron
system. Control of each tuner is available through the LCD front panel, as well as
from Crestron touchpanels, computers and mobile devices via a Crestron control
system.
The CEN-TRACK is available in four different models.
Up to three ATC-Series tuner cards can be installed in the CEN-TRACK to enable
combinations of AM/FM terrestrial radio, SIRIUS or XM satellite radio, and
Crestron Interwave Internet radio tuners. The modular card-based design makes it
easy to change or expand the tuner configuration as needs change, or upgrade any
tuner card as new features and services become available. Each CEN-TRACK model
comes with one tuner card included.
Choose any combination of up to three tuner cards:
•Terrestrial Radio — Each AM/FM tuner card includes two completely
independent AM/FM stereo tuners to support two separate listening zones.
Each tuner features RDS/RBDS on the FM band.
•Satellite Radio — Accommodating your choice of SIRIUS or XM satellite
radio services, each tuner card provides one satellite tuner and one AM/FM
tuner with RDS/RBDS to support two separate listening zones.
•Internet Radio — Each Crestron Interwave card provides a single Internet
radio tuner for streaming over 15,000 available online radio stations and
podcasts from around the world.
Multiple Outputs
1
Up to six independent audio outputs allow for connection to any multi-room audio
distribution system, letting listeners in different rooms each enjoy their own choice
of music, news, sports and talk. Both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs are
provided, making the CEN-TRACK ideal for use in all types of professional and
commercial applications as well as the finest residential installations. Digital outputs
are also included to deliver the highest quality audio interface from satellite and
Internet radio sources.
2
Metadata Display
Satellite radio services, as well as many FM and Internet radio stations, send text
information called “metadata” as part of their broadcast signals. Metadata can
include the radio station name, program or song title, artist name, category, traffic,
weather, and phone numbers. All of this information is displayed on the Tuner
Rack’s front panel LCD screen. But better than that, it can also be displayed on any
Crestron touchpanel or APAD controller, providing useful info rmation to the listener
at any location throughout the home or office.
Program Guide
Each satellite and Internet radio tuner supports powerful browsing capabilities
through an extensive program guide, which can be customized for display on any
Crestron touchpanel or computer, listing every available channel and what is
currently playing on each channel. Versatile search options make it fun and easy to
locate whatever you want to hear. Multiple users can each have full access to browse
any of the available tuner program guides simultaneously without conflict, and
favorite stations can be saved as presets for quick and easy recall.
1. SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio requires subscription. Contact Sirius XM Radio Inc. for details.
2. The number of outputs and digital output capability are dependent upon the tuner cards installed.
Consult the specifications for each tuner card model for complete details.
The CEN-TRACK communicates with a Creston control system via high speed
Ethernet, ensuring full bandwidth to support multiple users and touchpanels. The
control system’s clock may also be synchronized to any digital radio tuner card that
provides a time signal. Full setup and diagnostics may be performed from the front
panel or Crestron Toolbox™ software. Additionally, the antenna signal strength and
subscription activation codes can also be displayed on a touchpanel for easy
troubleshooting.
Specifications
Specifications for the CEN-TRACK are listed in the following table.
CEN-TRACK Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Communications
Ethernet
USB
Power Requirements
Power Pack
Minimum 2-Series Control
System Update File
Environmental
Temperature 41º to 104ºF (5º to 40ºC)
Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Heat Dissipation 110 BTU/Hr
Enclosure
Chassis
Faceplate
Mounting
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth 10.30 in (262 mm)
Weight 6.8 lbs (3.1 kg) including one tuner card
Tuner Rack (Includes (1) ATC-AMFMSRD
AM/FM and SIRIUS
Card with Digital Out)
Tuner Rack (Includes (1) ATC-AMFMXMD
AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio Tuner Card
with Digital Out)
Tuner Rack (Includes (1) ATC-AUDIONET
Interwave Radio Tuner Card
Adagio Dual AM/FM Tuner Card; Included
Quantity for CEN-TRACK-AMFM2: 1
Adagio AM/FM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Tuner Card, Digital Output; Included
Quantity for CEN-TRACK-AMFMSRD: 1
Adagio AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio
Tuner Card, Digital Output; Included
Quantity for CEN-TRACK-AMFMXMD: 1
Crestron Interwave™ Internet Radio Tuner
Card; Included Quantity for
CEN-TRACK-AUDIONET: 1
Included Quantity for
CEN-TRACK-AMFM2,
CEN-TRACK-AMFMSRD,
CEN-TRACK-AMFMXMD,
CEN-TRACK-AUDIONET: 1
Adagio AM/FM and SIRIUS
Tuner Card, Digital Out
Adagio AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio
Tuner Card, Digital Out
Crestron Interwave™ Internet Radio Tuner
Card
Satellite Radio Antenna Distribution
Products
®
Satellite Radio Tuner
®
Satellite Radio
NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the Web site are for authorized Crestron
dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers (CAIP) only. New users
may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the
FTP site).
(1) recessed miniature push button for
hardware reset, reboots the unit
2
HEADPHONES
(1) 3.5 mm mini TRS phone jack
3 MENU2 (1) push button, steps menu back one level
4 DISPLAY2
(1) push button, toggles information displayed
on the LCD screen
5
LCD DISPLAY &
SOFT KEYS
Green LCD dot matrix, 128 x 64 resolution,
adjustable LED backlight;
Displays tuner settings, metadata, and setup
menus
(4) LCD display driven push buttons,
select/activate various menu functions
6 TUNE
(1) continuous turn rotary encoder; scrolls
through channels, presets and other menu
lists; adjusts selected parameters
7 ENTER2
(1) push button, executes value set by the
TUNE knob
8 TUNERS
(6) push buttons, (6) red LEDs and (6) 3/8”
label slots; select which tuner is being
displayed and adjusted
9 SLOT (1-3)
(3) Tuner card slots; accept choice of single or
dual tuner cards
10
GREEN
LED
LAN3
YELLOW
LED
(1) 8-wire RJ-45 female (8P8C modular jack);
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet port;
Green LED indicates link status;
Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity
TYPE PIN SIGNALS
PIN 8
PIN 1
8-Position
RJ-45
1 TD+
2 TD3 RD+
4 Connected to pin 5
5 Connected to pin 4
6 RD7 Connected to pin 8
8 Connected to pin 7
11
COMPUTER
Pin 2 Pin 1
(1) USB Type B female;
USB 1.1 computer console port
(cable included)
When wiring the Ethernet network, consider the following:
• Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.
• Provide sufficient power to the system.
CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictabl e resul t s or damage
to the equipment. Please use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate
how much power is needed for the system (
www.crestron.com/calculators).
IP ID
®
Unlike other Crestron network devices, the C EN-TRACK does not use Cresnet
communications between the device and the control system. The CEN-TRACK
requires the use of a high-speed Ethernet connection for control system
communications.
For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system, refer to the
latest version of the Crestron e-Control
available from the Crestron Web site (
®
Reference Guide (Doc. 6052), which is
www.crestron.com/manuals).
for
Identity Code
The IP ID is set within the CEN-TRACK’s table using the CEN-TRACK’s Installer
Tools utility or Crestron Toolbox. For information on setting an IP ID using Installer
Tools, refer to “Network Settings” on page 21. For information on setting an IP
table, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple
CEN-TRACK devices in the same system must be unique.
When setting the IP ID, consider the following:
•The IP ID of each unit must match an IP ID specified in the SIMPL™
Windows program.
•Each device using IP to communicate with a control system must have a
unique IP ID.
NOTE: If an ATC-AUDIONET is installed, it also requires an IP ID to be assigned.
Its IP ID is set using the CEN-TRACK’s Installer Tools utility or Crestron Toolbox.
For information on setting the IP ID with Installer Tools, refer to “Network Settings”
on page 21 or the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple
ATC-AUDIONET devices in the same system must be unique.
The CEN-TRACK should be used in a well-ventilated area. The venting holes should
not be obstructed under any circumstances.
To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the
environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. Consider using
forced air ventilation and/or incrementing the spacing between units to reduce
overheating. Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly since the operating ambient temperature of the environment may be greater
Tuner Rack Crestron CEN-TRACK
than the room ambient temperature. Contact with thermal insulating materials should
be avoided on all sides of the unit.
Rack Mounting
The CEN-TRACK can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two
“ears” are provided with the CEN-TRACK 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. The only tool required is a #1 or #2 Phillips screwdriver.
WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a
rack, take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following
guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
•When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the
bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
•If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before
mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.
NOTE: If rack mounting is not required, rubber feet are provided for tabletop
mounting or stacking. Apply the feet near the corner edges on the underside of the
unit.
NOTE: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
To install the ears:
1. There are screws that secure each side of the CEN-TRACK top cover.
Using a #1 or #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws closest to
the front panel from one side of the unit. Refer to the diagram following
step 3 for a detailed view.
2. Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated
by the screws in step 1.
3. Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1, as shown in the
following diagram.
Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting
4. Repeat procedure (steps 1 through 3) to attach the remaining ear to the
Four “feet” are provided with the CEN-TRACK 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.
NOTE: No more than two CEN-TRACK units should be stacked.
Hardware Hookup
Connect the Device
Hardware Connections for the CEN-TRACK
Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this
paragraph. Apply power after all connections have been made.
When making connections to the CEN-TRACK, use Crestron power supplies for
Crestron equipment.
LAN:
10/100 Base-T
Ethernet to LAN
COMPUTER:
To PC
SPDIF (1-6):
To Digital to Analog
Converter Inputs
AUDIO (1-6) RCA:
To Unbalanced Stereo
Line Level Inputs
AUDIO (1-6) TERMINAL:
To Balanced/Unbalanced
Stereo Line Level Inputs
GROUND:
Tie to Ground
24 VDC 2.0 A:
From Power Pack
NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded by connecting the chassis ground lug
to an earth ground (building steel).
NOTE: To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds
the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications.
Six balanced/unbalanced audio outputs are provided, utilizing five-pin terminal
block connectors. For connection details, refer to the following table and diagrams.
Audio Connections
SIGNAL
NAME
+ L + L + Out
- L - Open
G Shield/ground Common
+ R + R + Out
- R - Open
Typical Balanced/Unbalanced Outputs
BALANCED
AUDIO
OUTPUT
UNBALANCED
AUDIO OUTPUT
ground
Label the Buttons
Balanced
Output
L R
+ - G + -
Shield
+
+
Right
AMP
Left
Unbalanced
Output
L R
+ - G + -
+
Right
AMP
Left
+
Use Crestron Engraver software to print custom labels for the CEN-TRACK’s front
panel buttons and LEDs. Crestron recommends printing on 100-pound paper. Paper
weighing less than 100 pounds will tend to crumple while sliding in, while paper
weighing more than 100 pounds may not fit.
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 quest ions you have
submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at
First-time users will need to establish a user account.
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 Crestron
Web site (
www.crestron.com/software).
www.crestron.com/support.
Configuration Manager
Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows®-based software tools to develop
a customized system. Crestron provides an assortment of Windows
tools to develop a customized system. Use Crestron SystemBuilder™ or SIMPL
Windows to create a program to control the CEN-TRACK For the minimum
recommended software versions, visit the Versi o n Tracke r p a ge of the Cres t ro n Web
site (
www.crestron.com/versiontracker).
®
-based software
Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder
Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does not offer as
much flexibility as SIMPL Windows. For additional details, download
SystemBuilder from the Crestron Web site and examine the extensive help file.
Programming with SIMPL Windows
NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the CEN-TRACK, it is
recommended to use SystemBuilder for configuring a system.
SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s premier software for programming Crestron control
systems. It is organized into two separate but equally important “Managers”:
Configuration and Program.
Configuration Manager is the view where programmers “build” a Crestron control
system by selecting hardware from the Device Library.
To incorporate the CEN-TRACK into the system, drag the CEN-TRACK
1.
from the Ethernet Control Modules | Ethernet Audio Modules folder of the
Device Library and drop it in the System Views.
Locating the CEN-TRACK and Tuner Cards in the Device Library
Tuner cards and Browse Context modules will also need to be added:
•
Tuner Cards: Drag the control cards for the tuner(s) you have
installed from the Plug-in Control Cards | Cards (CEN-TRACK)
folder of the Device Library and drop it (or them) on the
CEN-TRACK.
•
Browse Context Modules: Drag one or more CEN-TRACK
Browse Contexts from the Ethernet Control Modules | Ethernet
Audio Modules folder of the Device Library and drop it (or them)
on the CEN-TRACK.
NOTE: The Browse Contexts are designed to communicate with a
single user interface, either a touchpanel or an APAD. You can add
a Browse Context for each interface. Use CEN-TRACK GUI
Browse Context(s) for touchpanels. Use CEN-TRACK Simple
Browse Context(s) for the APAD.