Crestron CAEN User Manual

CAEN - Automation Enclosures

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Introduction

Crestron Automation Enclosures (CAEN-Series) are
wall-mounted metal enclosures that house Crestron

Industry Compliance

This product is Listed to applicable UL Standards and

requirements by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
lighting modules (CLX-Series), terminal blocks
(CLT-Series), and Crestron’s Professional Automation
Computer (PAC2). Third-party products such as phone
and alarm systems can be installed into the enclosure with
or without Crestron Universal Mounting Plates
(CAEN-UMP). The CAEN-Series enclosures are
available in a variety of sizes. The size corresponds to the
number of modules and their arrangement within the
enclosure. For example, 7x2 and 4x2 are double-wide
enclosures that hold up to 14 and 8 modules, respectively.
The others are single-wide and can hold 2, 4, or 7
modules. Refer to the illustration and table on this page
for an alphanumeric listing of CAEN models, overall
dimensions, and weight.

NOTE: The PAC2 occupies two module spaces in a

Functional Summary

Houses Crestron Lighting Modules, Terminal
Blocks, Professional Automation Computer, and
third-party products with or without Crestron
Universal Mounting Plates

• Flush or surface mounted installation

• Ventilated cover for convection cooling of

dimming modules

• Conveniently located electrical knockouts for
both Class 1 and Class 2 wiring
16 gauge hot dipped galvanized steel

(E227280)

double-wide enclosure and one module space in a single­wide.

NOTE: Four keyholes are located within the enclosure
and should be used if surface mounting.

CAEN Overall Dimensions (Front and Side Views)

W1

W2

W3

H1

W3

W4

W5

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W3

W6

H3

H2

D1

Specifications

DIMENSIONS

H1

H2

H3

W1

W2

W3

W4

W52

W6

D1

Cover

Thickness

Cover Height

Cover Width

Weight (empty)

Maximum

Weight (filled)

1

CAEN-

(1575)

211/

(1422)

261/
(673)
25
(647)

20
(520)
201/
(520)

(104)

623/

(1593)

27
(692)

3

(29.5)

(90.8)

7x2

62

(68)

56

1

21/

(63)

1

1

/

2

(63)

41/

1

/

16

(1)

1

65

200

16

2

/

2

2

/

2

2

2

8

4

/

4

CAEN-

7x1

62

(1575)

211/16

(68)

56

(1422)

153/8
(390)
143/8
(365)

13/

4

(44)

107/

8

(276)

97/

8

(250)

23/

4

(69)

41/

8

(104)

1

/

16

(1)

623/

4

(1593)

161/

8

(409)

42

(19.1)

100

(45.4)

CAEN-

4x2

7

/

38

8

(987)
211/16

(68)

7

/8

32

(835)

261/2

(673)

251/2

(647)

21/

2

(63)

201/

2

(520)

201/

2

(520)

21/

2

(63)

41/

8

(104)

1

/

16

(1)

395/

8

(1006)

271/

4

(692)

43

(19.5)

100

(45.4)

CAEN-

4x1

387/

8

(987)

21/8

(53)

34

(863)

153/

8

(390)

143/

8

(365)

13/

4

(44)

107/

8

(276)

97/

8

(250)

23/

4

(69)

41/

8

(104)

1

/

16

(1)

395/

8

(1006)

161/

8

(409)

28

(12.7)

55

(24.9)

CAEN-

2x1

231/

(596)

21/8

(53)

185/8

(473)

153/8

(390)

143/8

(365)

13/

(44)

107/

(276)

97/

(250)

23/

(69)

41/

(104)

1

/

16

(1)

241/

(615)

161/

(409)

19

(8.6)

31

(14.1)

1. Length is specified in inches and millimeters (in parentheses).
Weight is specified in pounds and kilograms (in parentheses).

2. The lower keyholes are not symmetrically spaced within single­wide enclosures.

3. Weight (empty) is the weight of an empty enclosure with cover.

2

4

8

8

4

8

4

8

Automation Enclosures Crestron CAEN

A

Tighten all CLT-Series terminal block screws and
grounding terminal block screws to the torque specified in

Installation

The enclosure must be mounted by a licensed electrician
in accordance with all national and local codes. Refer to
table on first page for the weight of a fully loaded
enclosure.

When choosing components to place in the enclosure,
refer to the table on page 1 to ensure that the maximum
weight capacity is not exceeded. Each module’s product
page on the Crestron website lists the module’s weight.

CLT Terminal blocks must be mounted using the column
of screw holes shown in the “Mounting Detail” diagrams.

CAUTION: These enclosures house equipment that
needs to be air-cooled. Therefore, mount in a well­ventilated area. The ambient temperature range should be
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C). The relative humidity
should range from 0% to 90% (non-condensing).
Furthermore, allow adequate clearance in front of the
vented cover for servicing and ventilation.

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, the lighting system
specified in this guide is modular, requiring assembly in
the field by a licensed electrician, in accordance with all
national and local codes.
If you require a UL Listed panel, Crestron offers this
service through its UL Listed panel shop. This includes
complete in factory system configuration and assembly by
Crestron for an additional fee.

NOTE: Install modules into the lowest available spaces
and continue toward the top of the enclosure.

NOTE: Enclosures are intended for indoor use only.

NOTE: When flush mounting, 5/8” drywall is preferred.

the Torque Data table.

CAUTION: Failure to properly tighten the screws may
result in poor electrical connection and overheating of the
terminals.

Torque Data

Wire Range 22 - 10 14 - 10 8 6 - 4

Torque (In-Lbs) 9 35 40 45

Key – Typical Products in a CAEN Enclosure

CLX-SERIES

MODULE

Mounting Details - Single-Wide CAEN

CLT Terminal

Blocks

CLT-SERIES

TERMINAL

BLOCKS

Grounding Terminal

Blocks

PROFESSIONAL

AUTOMATION

COMPUTER

GROUNDING

TERMINAL

BLOCKS

Wiring

CAUTION: All power feeds must be protected by 15 or
20 amp circuit breakers (supplied by others).

NOTE: Use copper conductors only – rated 60°C

NOTE: All wiring must be installed in accordance with

all local and national electrical codes.

NOTE: Two snap bushings are supplied. If required,
insert into knockouts at the bottom of the enclosure to
prevent damage to low voltage wiring.

Class 1 and Class 2 field wires must be kept separate.
Refer to the following illustrations showing single-wide
and double-wide wiring details. Areas for high voltage
(Class 1) wiring are shown along the top and side(s) of
the unit. The lower area is reserved for low voltage (Class

2) wiring.

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MOUNT CLT TO
THIS COLUMN

CLT TERMINAL BLOCKS MUST BE
MOUNTED TO THE HOLES SHOWN

BOVE

Crestron CAEN Automation Enclosures

Wiring Details - Single-Wide CAEN Mounting Details - Double-Wide CAEN

CLASS 1 WIRING ONLY

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MOUNT CLT TO

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CLASS 2

WIRING ONLY

CLT TERMINAL BLOCKS MUST BE MOUNTED TO THE HOLES
SHOWN ABOVE

Wiring Details - Double-Wide CAEN

CLASS 1 WIRING ONLY

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Further Inquiries

If you cannot locate specific information or have
questions after reviewing this guide, please take
advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service
team by calling the Crestron corporate headquarters at
1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. For assistance in
your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website
(

www.crestron.com

offices.

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Crestron website to ask questions about Crestron
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Return and Warranty Policies

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service

1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange, or
service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To
obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact
the factory and request an RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying the nature
of the problem, name and phone number of contact person,
RMA number, and return address.

2. 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. Shipments arriving freight
collect or without an RMA number shall be subject to refusal.
CRESTRON reserves the right in its sole and absolute
discretion to charge a 15% restocking fee, plus shipping
costs, on any products returned with an RMA.

3. Return freight charges following repair of items under
warranty shall be paid by CRESTRON, shipping by standard
ground carrier. In the event repairs are found to be non­warranty, return freight costs shall be paid by the purchaser.

CRESTRON Limited Warranty

CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, Inc. warrants its products to be free from
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase from
CRESTRON, with the following exceptions: disk drives and any other
moving or rotating mechanical parts, pan/tilt heads and power supplies
are covered for a period of one (1) year; touchscreen display and overlay
components are covered for 90 days; batteries and incandescent lamps
are not covered.

This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON
or an authorized CRESTRON dealer. 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. Furthermore, this
warranty does not cover any product that has had the serial number
altered, defaced, or removed.

This warranty shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to the original
purchaser. In no event shall CRESTRON be liable for incidental or
consequential damages of any kind (property or economic damages
inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. CRESTRON is
not liable for any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser
for a third party.

CRESTRON shall, at its option, repair or replace any product found
defective, without charge for parts or labor. Repaired or replaced
equipment and parts supplied under this warranty shall be covered only
by the unexpired portion of the warranty.

Except as expressly set forth in this warranty, CRESTRON makes no
other warranties, expressed or implied, nor authorizes any other party to
offer any warranty, including any implied warranties of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranties that may be
imposed by law are limited to the terms of this limited warranty. This
warranty statement supercedes all previous warranties.

Trademark Information

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owners. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows95/98/Me/XP
and WindowsNT/2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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