Crestron ML-500
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote
Programming Guide
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Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote
Contents
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote: ML-500 1
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1
Physical Description.................................................................................................... 1
Memory Structure........................................................................................................2
Navigation ................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications ..............................................................................................................4
Programming the ML-500 .........................................................................................................5
Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ...................................................6
Programming with SIMPL Windows.......................................................................... 6
Programming with VT Pro-e..................................................................................... 15
Uploading ................................................................................................................................ 19
Support Information.................................................................................................................23
Further Inquiries........................................................................................................23
Future Updates ..........................................................................................................23
Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 24
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Crestron ML-500 Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote
Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld
Remote: ML-500
Introduction
The Crestron® Mini LCD RF Wireless Handheld Remote (ML-500) is a universal
remote control that is used to control a Crestron system. Prior to customer delivery,
the ML-500 must be configured and programmed into the control system program
with SIMPL Windows. Additionally, labels for functions, pages, and favorites must
be programmed using Crestron VisionTools
®
Pro-e (VT Pro-e) software.
The ML-500 is packaged with an interface cable for uploading a VT Pro-e project
from a PC directly to the ML-500. The included AAA batteries must be installed into
the remote prior to uploading any VT Pro-e projects. For instructions on installing
the batteries, refer to the latest revision of the ML-500 Operations Guide (Doc. 6246)
which is included with the ML-500 or can be downloaded from the Crestron website
(www.crestron.com
).
Physical Description
The ML-500 (refer to the following illustration) has a 2.10” x 1.40” (5.33 cm x 3.56
cm) backlit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The LCD lists the options associated with
the 10 programmable soft keys that flank the LCD. Three navigation keys located
below the LCD are used to navigate between the various control screens on the
remote control. Below the navigation keys are 34 programmable hard keys
(including a thumbpad) that can be programmed to perform device-specific
functions. A button on the right side of the remote switches the display/keypad
backlighting on and off. For information on the operation of the ML-500, refer to the
latest revision of the ML-500 Operations Guide (Doc. 6246) which is included with
the ML-500 or can be downloaded from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com
The ML-500 can directly communicate with the Crestron MC2W control system.
The ML-500 can communicate with other Crestron control systems via the Crestron
CNRFGWA-418 1-Way RF Receiver, which operates at 418 MHz. The ML-500
cannot directly communicate with any devices controlled by a control system.
).
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ML-500
9.06 in.
(23.00 cm)
2.28 in
(5.80 cm)
3.03 in
(7.70 cm)
1.40 in
(3.56 cm)
Memory Structure
The ML-500 memory structure contains a main page (MAIN) that can access up to
10 separate function groups (Grp groups) as shown in the following diagram.
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ML-500 Memory Structure
Each of the 34 labeled buttons (hard keys) on the remote can be independently
programmed for the MAIN page and each Grp group. Additionally, each Grp group
can use the 10 soft keys that flank the LCD to access up to 40 additional functions
that can be programmed within the Grp group. For example, the hard keys in MAIN
can be programmed to control a receiver while the hard keys in Grp group 8 can be
programmed to control a DVD player. Similarly, soft keys can be independently
programmed for each Grp group.
The ML-500 can also be programmed with up to 50 “Favorite” functions. Favorites
can be defined for any control system operation such as switching to a preset radio
station or adjusting lighting to a preset level. These Favorites are independent of the
MAIN page and Grp groups and can be programmed for any device controlled by the
control system. Additionally, a press of a Favorite button can be programmed to
jump the LCD to a page within any Grp group.
NOTE: The ML-500 can send commands to the Crestron MC2W control system or
to any other Crestron control system via the Crestron CNRFGWA-418 1-Way RF
Receiver.
Navigation
To view all of the available soft key functions within a Grp group or list of Favorites,
the user must use the menu navigation keys located below the LCD. The following
sections describe menu navigation for Grp groups and Favorites.
Grp Group Navigation
Navigating within a Grp group allows the user to view soft key functions that are
programmed within a Grp group. For example, a Grp group that controls a specific
room may have soft keys programmed for lighting or HVAC control. While viewing
a Grp group, the user can view a list of up to 40 functions spread over four pages by
pressing the PAGE button. Additionally, the 34 hard keys will function as
programmed for the Grp group.
The following diagram shows how a soft key press from the MAIN page flips the
LCD to the first page of soft keys in a Grp group named THTR. Pressing PAGE will
show the user all of the programmed soft key functions for the THTR group.
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NOTE: The name of the page and/or Grp group is shown in the upper-left corner of
the LCD. The page number in the group is shown on the bottom of the LCD. The
MAIN page contains only one page and shows MAIN instead of a page number.
Navigating a Grp Group
Navigating “FAV” pages
Pressing MAIN at any time will return the display to the MAIN page. All hard key
presses will act as programmed for the MAIN page.
Favorites Navigation
Pressing the FAV key will open the first page of programmed Favorites. Up to 50
Favorites can be stored over five pages (10 favorites per page). Navigation through
the list of Favorites is accomplished by using the FAV and PAGE buttons as shown
in the following diagram.
Any hard key presses made while viewing Favorites will act as programmed for the
previously viewed Grp group. Pressing MAIN while viewing Favorites will return
the display to the page that was viewed before pressing FAV.
Specifications
The following table lists specifications for the ML-500.
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ML-500 Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Required RF Gateway Device
Default RF ID 10
Control System Update Files
2-Series Control System Version C2-2004.CUZ or later
CEN/CN-TVAV Version 51130V.UPZ or later
CNMSX-AV/PRO Version 51125X.UPZ or later
CNRACKX/-DP Version 51125W.UPZ or later
CNMS, CNRACK, CNLCOMP Version 3.18.09m, l, c or later
ST-CP Version 4.02.4S.UPZ or later
Digital Signal Joins 834
Upload Cable (included)
Display
Size
Labels per Page 10
Label Size
Dimensions and Weight (with batteries) Height: 9.06 in (23.00 cm)
1,2,3
MC2W Control System or
CN-RFGWA-418
DB9 to 3.5mm plug
(Crestron part number 2010129)
Height: 2.10 in (5.33 cm)
Width: 1.40 in (3.56 cm)
1 Character High x 5 Characters Wide,
fixed font
Width: 3.03 in (7.70 cm)
Depth: 1.40 in (3.56 cm)
Weight: 0.5 lbs (0.23 kg)
1. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Downloads | Software Updates section of the
Crestron website (www.crestron.com). 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.
3. CNX update files are required for either CNMSX-AV/PRO or CNRACKX/-DP. Filenames for CNX
update files have a UPZ extension and ST-CP files are in one EXE or zipped UPZ file. To avoid
program problems, make certain you are using the update file with the correct suffix letter (e.g., S,
V, W, X).
NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website 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).
Programming the ML-500
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
http://support.crestron.com
submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support. First-time users will need to establish a
user account.
). Go to
to post your own question or view questions you have
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