Crestron CNX-PAD8 User Manual

Crestron CNX-PAD8 Professional Audio Distribution Processor

Contents

Professional Audio Distribution Processor: CNX-PAD8 1

Description ..........................................................................................................................1

Functional Description............................................................................................ 1

Physical Description...............................................................................................1

Leading Specifications ......................................................................................................... 4

Setup....................................................................................................................................5

Network Wiring......................................................................................................5

Rack Mounting ....................................................................................................... 6

Hookup .................................................................................................................. 7

Identity Code..........................................................................................................8

SIMPL™ Windows Programming................................................................................... 10

CNX-PAD8 Example Programs............................................................................ 10

The CNX-PAD8 Basic Program............................................................................ 11

Problem Solving................................................................................................................. 15

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 15

Further Inquiries................................................................................................... 15

Return and Warranty Policies ............................................................................................. 16

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service................................................................... 16

CRESTRON Limited Warranty............................................................................. 16

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Crestron CNX-PAD8 Professional Audio Distribution Processor

Professional Audio Distribution
Processor: CNX-PAD8

Description

Functional Description

The Crestron Professional Audio Distribution Processor, CNX-PAD8, controls the

selection of, volume and distribution of up to eight audio sources. It can select any

available audio source, preamplifies then distributes the audio to up to eight room

amplifiers (not supplied). It can be used with the SmarTouch STS (ST-CP) or as part

of a Cresnet system. When used with the SmarTouch STS (ST-CP), power is

supplied by an optional external power pack. When used as part of a Cresnet system,

the system supplies operating.

Optional Source and Numeric Keypads may be added to the individual rooms to

control the CNX-PAD8. Refer to the CN-WP12 Operations & Installation Guide

(latest revision of Doc. 5788) for further information.

Additionally, the outputs may be expanded to 32 rooms by using the optional Audio

Switcher Bussing Kit to daisy-chain up to three additional CNX-PAD8s. Refer to the

CNX-ASBK Operations & Installation Guide (latest revision of Doc. 8143) for

further information.

Physical Description

The CNX-PAD8 is housed in a black enclosure with silk-screened labels on the front

and rear panels. On the front of the unit there are 10 LEDs for indicating the unit’s

current status. All connections are made to the back of the unit. Refer to the physical

view shown after these paragraphs.

Two mounting ears are provided for rack mounting and, for table-top mounting or

stacking, four square rubber feet are provided. These feet are to be attached on the

base of the unit for stability and to prevent slippage.

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Professional Audio Distribution Processor Crestron CNX-PAD8

CNX-PAD8 Physical Views

CRESNET

24VDC

1A

8

8.43 in

(21.41 cm)

1 - 2

SOURCES

LEFT

RIGHT

CRESTRONCRESTRON

2

1

ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647

3 - 4

5 - 6

43

65

(42.94 cm)

16.91 in

G

7 - 8

ROOMS

87

LEFT

RIGHT

321 7654

24

Y Z G

17.03 in

(43.24 cm)

19.00 in

(48.26 cm)

WITH MOUNTING EARS

3.47 in

(8.81 cm)

P R O F E S S I O N A L A U D I O D I S T R I B U T I O N P R O C E S S O RP R O F E S S I O N A L A U D I O D I S T R I B U T I O N P R O C E S S O R

PWR

NET

CRESTRONCRESTRON

ROOMS

51 2 3 4

6 7 8

CNX-PAD8CNX-PAD8

CNX-PAD8 Ports

A number of ports are provided on the back of the CNX-PAD8. Each has a silk-

screened label. Refer to the illustration and descriptions below.

CNX-PAD8 Ports

CRESNET

24VDC

1A

8

SOURCES

LEFT

RIGHT

1 - 2

1

ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647CRESTRONCRESTRON

3 - 4

2

5 - 6

43

65

G

7 - 8

ROOMS

87

LEFT

RIGHT

321 7654

24

Y Z G

24 VDC 1A

NOTE: If the CNX-PAD8 is part of the Cresnet system, use of this port is optional.

This DC power socket connector is used to supply power via an external AC power

pack. Crestron recommends specific power packs for its network devices. The

recommended power pack for the CNX-PAD8 is Crestron part number PW-2410RU

and is sold separately. If an external power pack other than this Crestron model is

obtained, verify that it meets the required specifications and polarity as shown after

this paragraph.

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AC Power Pack Specifications

CRESTRON POWER PACK INPUT SPECS OUTPUT SPECS

PW-2410RU 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz, 1A 24VDC 1000mA, Regulated

AC Power Pack Polarity

CRESNET

The 4-pin network connector is used to connect the CNX-PAD8 to the Cresnet

system. When the unit is connected to the system, power can be provided via the

connection and the external power pack is not required. Review the Network

Interconnection Diagram (latest revision of Doc. 5411).

The two 6-position RJ11 modular jacks are pass-through connectors that are also

used to connect the unit to either the SmarTouch STS (ST-CP) or Cresnet system.

The two modular jacks are available so that network units can be daisy-chained

together. Review Network Modular Cable Requirements (latest revision of Doc.

5682).

NOTE: Most 4-conductor phone cables are wired in a crisscross fashion and are not

compatible with Crestron equipment.

If an external power pack is attached when the CNX-PAD8 is part of the Cresnet

system, power is drawn from the power pack. The unit does not load the network

power, but the network power remains chained for additional network devices that

are connected.

G (Chassis Ground)

Use this chassis screw to connect the audio source(s) common ground(s) to the

CNX-PAD8.

SOURCE 1 - 8

Each of the eight sets of four RCA connectors is used to connect the independent

audio sources to the CNX-PAD8. Of each set, two of the connectors are used for the

left and right audio channels and the remaining two connectors are parallel stereo

loop-throughs.

The eight rectangular blanks (labeled 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8) are used with the

optional Audio Switcher Bussing Kit. The kit contains a printed circuit board with

eight connectors that when installed, is used to daisy-chain three additional

CNX-PAD8s to provide up to a total of 32 room outputs. Refer to the latest revision

of the CNX-ASBK Operations & Installation Guide (Doc. 8143) for further

information.

ROOMS 1 – 8

These eight pair of RCA jacks output the pre-amplified audio to the corresponding

room(s) amplifier(s). Each room output contains left and right audio channels.

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