Crestron TPS-6, TPS-6-B-T, TPS-6-W-S Operation Manual

Crestron TPS-6
Isys™

5.7” Tilt Touchpanel

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

Regulatory Compliance

As of the date of manufactur e, the TPS-6 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE
marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase separation betwe e n the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technici an for help

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

All brand names, product names and trademar ks are the property of their respective owners.

©2010 Crestron Electronics, Inc.

Crestron TPS-6 Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel

Contents

Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel: TPS-6 1

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1

Features and Functions................................................................................................2

Specifications ..............................................................................................................4

Physical Description....................................................................................................7

Setup........................................................................................................................................10

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................10

Identity Code.............................................................................................................10

Configuring the Touchpanel......................................................................................11

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................27

Recommended Cleaning............................................................................................28

Programming Software............................................................................................................30

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................30

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder..............................................................30

Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................31

Programming with VisionTools Pro-e.......................................................................33

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................38

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................38

Programs, Projects and Firmware..............................................................................39

Program Checks ........................................................................................................39

Problem Solving......................................................................................................................40

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................40

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................41

Reference Documents................................................................................................42

Further Inquiries........................................................................................................42

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................42

Software License Agreement...................................................................................................43

Return and Warranty Policies..................................................................................................45

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................45

CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................45

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Crestron TPS-6 Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel

Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel:
TPS-6

Introduction

The Crestron Isys® TPS-6 Tilt Touchpanel delivers high-end style and performance

in a striking tabletop design. Sleek and compact, the TPS-6 does away with piles of

remotes and cryptic control panels, affording true "one-touch" control over a broad

range of complex devices and systems. Featuring a bright, beautiful, high-contrast

color touchscreen, the TPS-6 offers an ideal user-interface for controlling multimedia

presentations, home automation, and a host of other uses, providing a wide open

canvas for the creation of custom control screens tailored to each unique application.

The TPS-6 is available in three different models.

Models

MODEL NUMBER COLOR

TPS-6 High Gloss Black
TPS-6-B-T Matte Black
TPS-6-W-S High Gloss White

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Features and Functions

• Sleek, contoured design for tabletop use

• Full-time wired touchpanel operation

• Elegant high gloss black or white, or matte black finishes

• Illuminated buttons and engravable backlit text*

• 5.7" active matrix color touchscreen display

• 16-bit Isys graphics | 640 x 480 resolution

• Dynamic graphics & text capability

• Synapse™ image rendering algorithm

• Full-motion video display

• High-speed Ethernet and Cresnet

• Crestron Home

• Up to 45 degree tilt adjustment

• Low-profile single-wire connection

• No-button front bezel option included

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CAT5 video connectivity

Isys™ Color Touchscreen

Its brilliant 5.7" active-matrix display and powerful Isys engine combine to produce

stunning 16-bit color graphics with extreme versatility and lightning-fast

performance. Dynamic graphics and text capability enable the display of all kinds of

useful data, from audio settings, TV channels, and lighting levels, to changing icons,

photos, and logos, to digital media playlists complete with album cover art.

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Crestron

programmers to produce amazing graphics faster and easier, featuring advanced

antialiasing for crisper, sharper objects and text, plus 3D effects for enhanced depth

and style. Additional capabilities like animations, multimode objects, PNG

translucency, and full-motion video enhance the palette for creating GUI’s that are

both eye-catching and easy to use.

exclusive Synapse™ image rendering algorithm enables system

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communications

Tactile Pushbuttons

In addition to its touchscreen, the TPS-6 features illuminated tactile pushbuttons for

quick access to volume adjustment, channel selection, and on-screen menu

navigation functions. Eight additional pushbuttons, elegantly trimmed by illuminated

button dividers, flank the edges of the touchscreen to support additional

programmable functions.

High-quality backlit laser-engraving lends a crisp, legible appearance to button text

in both darkened and fully lit rooms*. The pushbuttons come pre-engraved with

labeling suited to a typical home theater or multimedia presentation application. If

needed, customized engraving can be attained simply using Crestron Engraver

software. A no-button front bezel is also included with the TPS-6, which may be

installed in place of the button bezel for a very clean appearance with no front panel

pushbuttons.

Two additional “trigger” style buttons are positioned on top of the TPS-6 for easy

control of the display brightness and other programmable functions.

* Text engraving on the TPS-6-W-S white model is not backlit.

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Full Motion Video

The TPS-6 displays full-motion video, providing the ability to monitor a security

camera, or preview a DVD or television channel, right on the touchscreen display.

The video image is fully scalable for viewing in any size window or full screen. The

choice of balanced or unbalanced composite inputs allows compatibility with both

conventional coaxial and Crestron Home

TableTop Tilt Base

With its sleek and innovative tilting base, the TPS-6 functions as a stylish tabletop

tilt touchpanel, providing full-time wired communications and video capability. Both

high-speed Ethernet and Cresnet connectivity are available. The screen tilt can be

freely adjusted or locked down at up to a 45 degree angle for optimal viewing and

operation. A single cable exits the rear of the base, extending to a wall or surface

mounted TPS-6X-IMCW Interface Module (included). The cable can also be

repositioned to exit from the bottom for a very clean, cordless appearance. A swivel

mount kit is also available for fixed-mount applications that require the ability to

rotate the touchpanel during use.

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Balanced AV distribution systems.

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Specifications

Specifications for the TPS-6 are listed in the following table.

TPS-6 Specifications

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Touchscreen Display
Display Type TFT Active matrix color LCD
Size 5.7 inch (145 mm) diagonal
Aspect Ratio 4:3 VGA
Resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Brightness 350 nits
Contrast 400:1
Color Depth 18-bit, 256 k colors
Illumination Backlit fluorescent
Viewing Angle ±80º horizontal, +80º/-70º vertical
Touchscreen Resistive membrane
Processor
CPU 32-bit Freescale ColdFire® Microprocessor
Memory
SDRAM 32 MB
Flash 32 MB
Maximum Project Size 28 MB
Graphic Engine

Ethernet

Video
Signal Types Composite
Formats NTSC 480i or PAL 576i
Color Depth 18-bit, 262,144 colors
Windowing

Audio Internal transducer for key click sound
Power Requirements
24 VDC Power Consumption

Cresnet Power Usage

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Isys engine; 16-bit non-palette graphics;
65,536 colors; Synapse image rendering
algorithm; multi-mode objects, dynamic
graphics, PNG translucency, full-motion (60
fps) animation, color key video windowing

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, auto-switching,
auto-negotiating, auto-discovery, full/half
duplex, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, DHCP, IEEE

802.3U compliant

Single window, deinterlaced and scalable up
to full screen

0.75 Amps @ 24 Volts DC including
interface module

Power connection is via TPS-6X-IMCW
interface module

16 Watts (0.67 Amps @ 24 Volts DC)
including interface module

Power connection is via TPS-6X-IMCW
interface module

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TPS-6 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Default Net ID 03
Minimum 2-Series Control

System Update File

3, 4

Environmental
Temperature

Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Heat Dissipation 30 BTU/Hr
Enclosure
Construction

Front Bezels

Dimensions
Height 6.21 in (158 mm) maximum
Width 8.08 in (206 mm)
Depth

Weight 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
Available Models
TPS-6 Isys 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel, High Gloss Black
TPS-6-B-T Isys 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel, Matte Black
TPs-6-W-S Isys 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel, High Gloss White
Included Accessories
Power Pack 24 Volt Power Pack
TPS-6X-FP

TPS-6X-FP-NB No Button Bezel (specify color)
TPS-6X-IMCW Interface Module
Available Accessories
SMK-6X Swivel Mount Kit
TPS-6X-FP

1. May be powered by 24 Volts DC or Cresnet network power but not both.

2. Item is included with the TPS-6; refer to individual product specifications for additional information.

3. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron
following these footnotes.

4. 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.

5. Text engraving on the TPS-6-W-S white model is not backlit.

Version 3.155.1240 or later

32º to 112ºF (0º to 45ºC)
50º to 104ºF (10º to 40ºC) while charging

Plastic, 45° to 90° adjustable friction clutch
tilt mechanism, low-profile base, integral
cable assembly, swivel mount kit available
separately

Button and no-button bezels included; button
bezel includes white translucent illuminated
Up/Down and Thumbpad buttons and eight
hardkey buttons with illuminated dividers and
default backlit5 text engraving, optional
custom backlit5 text engraving sold
separately

7.02 in (179 mm), 6.53 in (166 mm) without
grommet

Button Bezel with Default Engraving
(specify color)

Button Bezel w/Custom Engraving
(specify color)

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website. Refer to the NOTE

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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).

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Physical Description

This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators
available on your TPS-6.

TPS-6 Physical View (Front)

TPS-6 Overall Dimensions (Front and Side Views)

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TPS-6 Overall Dimensions (Tilt View)

TPS-6 Overall Dimensions (Top View)

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2

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TPS-6 (Front View)

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4

5

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators

# CONNECTORS,

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

1 SLEEP

2 BRIGHTNESS

3 POWER LED

4 HARD KEYS

5 UP/DOWN

6 THUMBPAD

* Text engraving on the TPS-6-W-S white model is not backlit.

(1) Programmable top-mounted pushbutton
(left “trigger” key), initiates Sleep mode, also
resets touchpanel if held for five seconds,
starting up at first page of the installed
project

(1) Programmable top-mounted pushbutton
(right “trigger” key), normally sets display
brightness level. Toggles between high,
medium, low and standby. Toggling can be
enabled/disabled from setup menu (refer to
“BACKLIGHT” which starts on page 24 for
details)

(1) Green LED, indicates DC power supplied
from Cresnet network or 24 volt DC power
supply

(8) Optional programmable pushbuttons;
engravable backlit* text (sold separately);
default engraving included

(2) Optional programmable “up/down”
pushbuttons, backlit, engravable backlit* text
on bezel (sold separately); default engraving
included

(5) Optional programmable pushbuttons for
4-way directional navigation and “enter”,
backlit

4

6

4

DESCRIPTION

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Setup

Network Wiring

When wiring the Cresnet or Ethernet network, consider the following:

• Use Crestron Certified Wire.

• Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.

• Provide sufficient power to the system.

CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results 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).

Cresnet

Ethernet

Net ID

For larger networks, use a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal
quality.

For more details, refer to “Check Network Wiring” which starts on page 41.
The TPS-6 can also use high-speed Ethernet for communications between the device

and a control system, computer, digital media server and other IP-based devices.
For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system, refer to the

latest version of the Crestron e-Control
available from the Crestron website (

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Reference Guide (Doc. 6052), which is

www.crestron.com/manuals).

Identity Code

The Net ID of the TPS-6 has been factory set to 03. The Net IDs of multiple
TPS-6 devices in the same system must be unique. The Net ID is set using the
internal setup menu (refer to “CRESNET” on page 17). Net ID may also be set from
a personal computer (PC) via Crestron Toolbox™ (refer to “Establishing
Communication” which starts on page 38).

When setting the Net ID, consider the following:

• The Net ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the SIMPL™
Windows program.

• Each network device must have a unique Net ID.

For more details, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.

IP ID

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The IP ID is set within the TPS-6’s table using the internal setup menu (refer to
“ETHERNET” which starts on page 18). The IP ID may also be set from a personal
computer (PC) using Crestron Toolbox. For information on setting an IP table, refer
to the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple TPS-6 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.

Crestron TPS-6 Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel

Configuring the Touchpanel

NOTE: The only connection required to configure the touchpanel is power. Refer to
“Hardware Hookup” which starts on page 27 for details.

To configure the TPS-6 it may be necessary to access a series of setup menus prior to
viewing run-time screens that are loaded into the touchpanel for normal operation.
The MAIN MENU is the starting point for configuring the touchpanel.

NOTE: If no project has been loaded or if an invalid project has been loaded, the
touchpanel displays an error message and asks the user to touch the screen to enter
setup, which defaults to the MAIN MENU.

NOTE: Trigger key functionality is not available in the setup menus.

If a project is running, the MAIN MENU can be accessed using one of two methods:
via the trigger keys on the top of the touchpanel or via Crestron Toolbox.

Via the Trigger Keys

Via Crestron Toolbox

1. Press and hold the right trigger key on the top of the touchpanel and at the
same time, touch the upper right corner of the screen.

2. Continue holding the right trigger key and touching the upper right corner
of the screen. At the same time, press and hold the left trigger key on the
top of the touchpanel. After four seconds, the panel will reset.

3. Once the screen turns black, release the left trigger key and the panel will
enter the MAIN MENU, as shown in the illustration on the following page.

4. Release the right trigger key and the touch screen.

1. Establish communication with the touchpanel (refer to “Establishing
Communication” which starts on page 38 for details).

2. Right-click on the device and select Functions | Setup Mode….

3. Select Enter Setup Mode. The MAIN MENU will be displayed, as shown
in the illustration on the following page.

NOTE: Select Exit Setup Mode to exit the setup menu.

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The MAIN MENU displays four large buttons: Touch Screen Calibration, Exit
and Run Program, Setup and Diagnostics, as shown in the following illustration.

MAIN MENU

The Exit and Run Program button verifies that all of the setup information has
been saved to the EEPROM and displays the main page that has been programmed
into your system. The remaining buttons on the MAIN MENU open other menus and
displays which are discussed in subsequent paragraphs.

CALIBRATION MENU

Touch the Touch Screen Calibration button to enter the CALIBRATION MENU.

CALIBRATION MENU

Touch Perform Calibration. The message “Touch Upper Left +” appears centered
on the panel with a crosshair in the upper left corner. Touch the center of the
crosshair in the corner of the screen to initiate calibration. Another message, “Touch
Upper Right +”, appears with a crosshair in the correct corner. Touch the center of
the crosshair in the corner of the screen. A final message, “Touch Lower Right +”,
appears with the crosshair in the correct corner. Touch the center of the crosshair in
the corner of the screen to conclude calibration and return to the MAIN MENU.

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NOTE: When touching the screen during calibration, be as accurate as possible.
Use the tip of a capped pen or the eraser end of a pencil. To cancel calibration and
return to the MAIN MENU without saving calibration data, create a calibration error
by touching the screen in the same spot two times. If calibration has not been started,
you can return to the MAIN MENU by touching RETURN.

SETUP

To enter the SETUP MODE menu, touch Setup on the MAIN MENU.

SETUP MODE Menu

The SETUP MODE menu offers a series of buttons which open additional menus
and displays that are detailed in subsequent paragraphs. After setup parameters have
been selected, touch RETURN to go to the previous menu. When all setup
parameters have been selected, touch RETURN repeatedly to go back to the MAIN
MENU.

NOTE: All touchpanel settings are automatically saved in non-volatile memory.

The CRESNET section displays Cresnet connection status and ID.
The ETHERNET section displays Ethernet Link status, along with the IP and MAC

address.
The COMMUNICATION section displays the Crestron Swirl logo

illuminates to indicate the status of your connection to the control system(s):

• Green Connected (via Ethernet or Cresnet)

• Blue Connected to some but not all of the control systems listed in IP

table (Ethernet only)

• Yellow Network trouble (no CIP communication with a control system, or

no Cresnet packets addressed to panel)

• Red Not connected to any control system (via Ethernet or Cresnet)

The FIRMWARE section displays the firmware version, date and time of the
firmware build and the touchpanel serial number.

, which

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The IP TABLE section at the bottom of the SETUP MODE menu will show all
current IP Table entries and provide UP and DN buttons which allow you to scroll
through the list.

To create a new IP table entry or to edit an existing one, touch the rectangle within
the IP TABLE section of the menu to enter the IP TABLE EDITOR.

IP TABLE EDITOR (IP ADDRESS)

The IP TABLE EDITOR offers the option of entering the information as an IP
address (as shown in the illustration above) or as a hostname (as shown in the
following illustration). Simply touch IP ADDRESS or HOSTNAME to switch
between the two methods.

IP TABLE EDITOR (HOSTNAME)

To add an IP address (or hostname), use the DN and UP buttons to select the CIP ID.
Then use the numeric keypad on the screen for IP address entry or touch
HOSTNAME to switch to the alphanumeric keypad. When both the CIP ID and IP
address (or hostname) have been entered, touch ADD IP to add the entry to the list.

To remove an IP address (or hostname), select the appropriate CIP ID and type in the
IP address (or hostname), then touch REMOVE IP.

To clear the entry area just above the keypad on the screen, touch Clear IP/Host.

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The IP TABLE EDITOR also has DN and UP buttons for the optional DEV ID and
PORT settings. Touch the Default Port button to reset the PORT to its factory

default setting.
To verify the latest status of connections listed in the IP table, touch Update IP

Table.

AUDIO

From the SETUP MODE menu, touch AUDI0 VIDEO to enter the AUDIO SETUP
menu.

AUDIO SETUP Menu

The AUDIO SETUP menu offers a pair of buttons that allow muting of the key click
sound for either the Soft Keys (on screen buttons) or the Hard Keys (buttons on the
front of the touchpanel).

Refer to the following table for additional AUDIO SETUP menu details.

Audio Setup Details

AUDIO SETUP

SCREEN

CONTROL

Soft Keys Mute Toggles the key click sound for on screen soft key presses.
Hard Keys Mute Toggles the key click sound for touchpanel hard key presses.

After audio parameters have been set, touch RETURN to go back to the SETUP
MODE menu or MAIN MENU.

DESCRIPTION

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VIDEO

From the SETUP MODE menu, touch AUDI0 VIDEO to enter the AUDIO SETUP
menu. Touch VIDEO to enter the VIDEO SETUP menu.

VIDEO SETUP Menu

The VIDEO SETUP menu offers a series of buttons that adjust video Brightness,
Contrast, Saturation, Hue and Translucency. The Restore Default Color Settings

button will return all of these controls to their factory defaults.
Refer to the following table for additional VIDEO SETUP menu details.

Video Setup Details

VIDEO SETUP

SCREEN

DESCRIPTION

CONTROL

Restore Default
Color Settings

Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Hue
Translucency

Returns video settings to their factory defaults.

Adjusts video image brightness with the – and + buttons.
Adjusts video image contrast with the – and + buttons.
Adjusts video image saturation with the – and + buttons.
Adjusts video image hue with the – and + buttons.
Adjusts video image translucency with the – and + buttons.

The Preview Translucency area of the video screen within the VIDEO SETUP menu
will show the effects of different settings of the Translucency controls.

NOTE: Preview Translucency requires an actual video signal input to the
touchpanel in order to show the effects of the Translucency controls.

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Touching the video screen within the VIDEO SETUP menu provides a full screen
view, as shown in the following illustration.

Full Screen View

The Hide Controls button removes the Restore Default Color Settings button and
the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Hue and Translucency controls from the screen.

Touch Return to go back to the VIDEO SETUP menu. After video parameters have
been set, touch RETURN to go back to the SETUP MODE menu or MAIN MENU.

CRESNET

From the SETUP MODE menu, touch CRESNET ETHERNET to enter the
CRESNET SETUP menu.

CRESNET SETUP Menu

The CRENSET SETUP menu has – and + controls to set the Cresnet ID and a
Connection Status indicator to show when the Cresnet connection is active.

After communications parameters have been set, touch RETURN to go back to the
SETUP MODE menu or MAIN MENU.

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ETHERNET

From the SETUP MODE menu, touch CRESNET ETHERNET to enter the
CRESNET SETUP menu. Touch ETHERNET to enter the ETHERNET SETUP
menu.

ETHERNET SETUP Menu

The ETHERNET SETUP menu offers a series of buttons which open additional
menus and displays that are detailed in subsequent paragraphs. After Ethernet
parameters have been selected, touch RETURN to go to the previous menu. When
all parameters have been selected, touch RETURN repeatedly to go back to the
SETUP MODE menu or the MAIN MENU.

The ETHERNET SETUP menu also provides information on Ethernet link status,
MAC and IP addresses, - and + controls to set the CTP Port, a Set Default Port
button to return the CTP Port setting to its factory default and buttons to Enable or
Disable Ethernet, CIP and Autodiscovery.

By default, DHCP is enabled. To use a static IP address, touch the Disable button
under DHCP. The DHCP Functions section of the menu, with the Renew IP and

Release IP buttons, will change to a Static IP Settings section, with IP Address and
DNS Servers buttons. A new Reboot required for settings to take effect. Reboot
Now button will appear, as shown in the following illustration.

ETHERNET SETUP Menu (DHCP Disable)

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Touch IP Address to enter the STATIC IP SETTINGS menu, as shown in the
following illustration.

ETHERNET SETUP (STATIC IP SETTINGS Menu)

From the STATIC IP SETTINGS menu, touch the Edit buttons to enter the menus
that allow you to set the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Router, as shown in
the following illustrations. + and – buttons on each menu are provided for setting the
numbers. In each case, touch RETURN to go back to the previous menu.

ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT IP ADDRESS Menu)

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ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT SUBNET MASK Menu)

ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT DEFAULT ROUTER Menu)

From the main ETHERNET SETUP menu, in the Static IP Settings section, touch
DNS Servers to enter the STATIC DNS SETTINGS menu, as shown in the
following illustration.

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ETHERNET SETUP (STATIC DNS SETTINGS Menu)

From the STATIC DNS SETTINGS menu, touch the Edit buttons to enter the menus
that allow you to set the Primary DNS, Secondary DNS, Primary WINS and
Secondary WINS, as shown in the following illustrations. + and – buttons on each
menu are provided for setting the numbers. In each case, touch RETURN to go back
to the previous menu.

ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT PRIMARY DNS Menu)

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ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT SECONDARY DNS Menu)

ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT PRIMARY WINS Menu)

ETHERNET SETUP (EDIT SECONDARY WINS Menu)

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When all settings have been entered, touch RETURN to go back to the main
ETHERNET SETUP menu and touch Reboot required for setting to take effect.
Reboot Now.

After communications parameters have been set, touch RETURN to go back to the
SETUP MODE menu or MAIN MENU.

TOUCH PANEL

From the SETUP MODE menu, touch the TOUCH PANEL button to enter the
TOUCHPANEL menu.

TOUCHPANEL Menu

The TOUCHPANEL menu offers access to BACKLIGHT SETUP and GRAPHICS
SETUP menus as well as pairs of – and + controls to set the Button Backlight
Timeout and Standby Timeout.

The Restore Default Settings button will reset the Timeout and Brightness settings to
their factory configuration.

When enabled, System Messages will display gateway or control system disconnect
warnings.

When enabled, Display on from Hardkey causes the display to turn on along with the
touchpanel at the press of any key on the front of the touchpanel.

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BACKLIGHT

From the TOUCHPANEL menu, touch BACKLIGHT to enter the BACKLIGHT
SETUP menu, shown in the following illustration.

BACKLIGHT SETUP Menu

The BACKLIGHT SETUP menu offers access to the DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS and
KEY BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS menus as well as – and + controls to set the

Brightness fading Rate (i.e. how fast the screen brightness changes when the HIGH,
MEDIUM or LOW buttons are touched or the right trigger key is used to control

screen brightness). There are also ON/OFF controls for Gradual Backlight Dimming
upon Timeout, Trigger Key Control for Screen Brightness and Key Backlight State.

Gradual Backlight Dimming upon Timeout sets the screen to fade to black when ON

or to simply shut off when OFF. When set to ON, the fade rate is five seconds.
Trigger Key Control for Screen Brightness enables brightness toggling with the right

trigger key (on top of the touchpanel). When ON, the right trigger key will toggle
display brightness between high, medium, low and standby.

NOTE: The right trigger key can toggle screen brightness when the TPS-6 is
displaying a project. It will not toggle screen brightness in the setup menus.

Key Backlight State turns the backlighting for the front panel keys ON or OFF.
Touch Display Brightness to enter the DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS menu, shown in

the illustration on the following page.

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DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS Menu

The DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS menu provides – and + controls to adjust Current
Display Brightness, High Backlight Level, Medium Backlight Level and Low
Backlight Level. These last three are the brightness levels the display will be set to as

the right trigger key (on top of the touchpanel) is used to toggle between high,
medium, and low screen brightness, provided Trigger Key Control for Screen
Brightness is set to ON in the BACKLIGHT SETUP menu.

The Press To Trigger Level Now buttons allow for immediate setting of screen
brightness level to HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW.

Touch RETURN to go back to the BACKLIGHT SETUP menu.
From the BACKLIGHT SETUP menu, touch Key Brightness to enter the KEY

BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS menu, shown in the following illustration.

KEY BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS Menu

The KEY BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS menu provides – and + controls to adjust

Current Key Brightness, High Backlight Level, Medium Backlight Level and Low
Backlight Level.

The Press To Trigger Level Now buttons allow for immediate setting of key
brightness level to HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW.

Touch RETURN to go back to the BACKLIGHT SETUP menu.

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Touch RETURN again to go back to the TOUCHPANEL menu or touch
GRAPHICS to enter the GRAPHICS SETUP menu, shown in the following

illustration.

GRAPHICS

GRAPHICS SETUP Menu

The GRAPHICS SETUP menu provides controls to set the Dynamic Graphics
Loading Icon Position as well as a button to disable the loading icon(s), depending

on user preference.
There are also Page Flips use Backbuffer Enable and Disable buttons. When

enabled, new pages are drawn in the backbuffer and displayed when fully drawn.
When disabled, new pages will be drawn on the screen from top to bottom.

Press RETURN to go back to the TOUCHPANEL menu. After touchpanel
parameters have been set, touch RETURN to go back to the SETUP MODE me nu or
the MAIN MENU.

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DIAGNOSTICS

The Diagnostics button on the MAIN MENU should only be used under the
supervision of a Crestron customer service representative during telephone support.
Many options available on the DIAGNOSTICS menu, shown in the following
illustration, are numeric in nature and their interpretation is beyond the scope of this
manual.

DIAGNOSTICS Menu

Hardware Hookup

The TPS-6 comes in a soft felt bag to protect it during shipping.
For Cresnet or Ethernet connection or to upgrade touchpanel firmware, the TPS-6

must be connected to the TPS-6X IMCW Interface Module (included), which in turn
must be connected to a control system via Cresnet or Ethernet. For details, refer to
the latest version of the TPS-6X-IMCW Installation Guide (Doc. 6874).

Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustrations that follow. Refer to
“Network Wiring” on page 10 before attaching the 4-position terminal block
connector. Apply power after all connections have been made.

When making connections to the TPS-6X-IMCW, use Crestron power supplies for
Crestron equipment.

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Hardware Connections for the TPS-6X-IMCW (Front)

TO PANEL:

Connect to

TPS-6

via 10-Pin RJ-50

Cable

POWER:
From DC

Power Pack

Hardware Connections for the TPS-6X-IMCW (Rear)

POWER:
From DC

Power Pack

VIDEO IN:

Balanced or

Unbalanced Source

NET:

To Control System
and Other Cresnet

Devices

LAN:

10/100BASE-T

to LAN

NOTE: Ensure the TPS-6X-IMCW is properly grounded.

NOTE: The TPS-6X-IMCW can be powered via the 24 VDC jack on either the
front or the back of the unit if the NET port is not being used to power the module.

Recommended Cleaning

Touchscreen

Keep the surface of the touchscreen free of dirt, dust or other materials that could
degrade optical properties. Long-term contact with abrasive materials can scratch the
surface, which may detrimentally affect image quality.

For best cleaning results, use a clean, damp, non-abrasive cloth with any
commercially available non-ammonia glass cleaner. Bezels may not provide a
complete watertight seal. Therefore, apply cleaning solution to the cloth rather than

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the surface of the touchscreen. Wipe touchscreen clean and avoid getting moisture
beneath the bezels.

CAUTION: Do not apply excessive pressure to the touchscreen display during
handling. Doing so can crack the screen and damage the touchpanel.

Enclosure

The soft felt bag the TPS-6 came shipped in can be used to clean the bezel and the
rest of the touchpanel enclosure.

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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. To post a question or view questions 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
website.

Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows®-based software tools to develop
a controlled system. For the minimum recommended software versions, visit the
Version Tracker page of the Crestron website (

http://support.crestron.com.

www.crestron.com/versiontracker).

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 website and examine the extensive help file.

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Programming with SIMPL Windows

NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the TPS-6, 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 Manager

Configuration Manager is the view where programmers “build” a Crestron control
system by selecting hardware from the Device Library.

1. The TPS-6 must first be incorporated into the system.

a. To incorporate the TPS-6 (Cresnet) into the system, drag the

TPS-6 from the Touchpanels | Touchpanels (Cresnet) folder of the
Device Library and drop it in the System Views.

Locating the TPS-6 (Cresnet) in the Device Library

b. To incorporate the TPS-6 (Ethernet) into the system, drag th e

TPS-6 from the Touchpanels | Touchpanels (Ethernet) folder of the
Device Library and drop it in the System Views.

Locating the TPS-6 (Ethernet) in the Device Library

2. The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate
slot(s) with a default Net ID, or IP ID as shown in the following illustration.

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C2Net Device, Slot 8 and 9 (Net ID and IP ID)

3. Additional TPS-6 devices are assigned different Net ID, or IP ID numbers
as they are added.

4. If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window
and change the Net ID, or IP ID as shown in the following figure(s).

“TPS-6 (Cresnet) Device Settings” Window

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“TPS-6 (Ethernet) Device Settings” Window

5. The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the Net
ID, or IP ID of each unit. Refer to “Identity Code” which starts on page 10.

Program Manager

Multi-mode objects offer high-

erformance programming!

Program Manager is the view where programmers “program” a Crestron control
system by assigning signals to symbols.

The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail
View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (

F1).

Programming with VisionTools Pro-e

Touchpanel screens should be created in VisionTools® Pro-e (VT Pro-e) to allow
switching of source signals to desired outputs as well as selection of the system
mode. There are no special programming requirements to use the functions of the
TPS-6 in a room control system.

Multi-Mode Objects

The single most advanced VT Pro-e high performance programming technique
involving the TPS-6 is the concept of multi-mode objects. A multi-mode object (i.e.
button, legend, etc.) is an object drawn on a VisionTools Pro-e page that can have
one or more active and inactive visible settings (modes).

For examples, refer to
mode object examples. This file contains the VT Pro-e touchpanel files and SIMPL
Windows files that illustrate the high-performance capabilities of multi-mode
objects.

www.crestron.com/exampleprograms and search for multi-

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Bit Depth and File Size

A balance of performance and quality can be achieved by using VT Pro-e to
configure the size of graphics in a project. Read this section to learn about bit depth
and how to maximize the quality and performance of a TPS-6 project.

Bit depth refers to the number of memory bits used to store color data for each pixel
in a raster image. A touchpanel raster image consists of a rectangular grid of picture
elements (pixels). Each pixel uses the same amount of memory to store its color data.
The amount of memory is called the bit depth of the image.

Greater bit depths are required to represent finer gradations of color. Increasing bit
depth necessarily increases file size. A black and white drawing requires only one bit
per pixel to store all the available color information. Using a 32-bit per pixel bit
depth for a black and white image increases the file size 32 times without adding
anything to the black and white image quality.

In an 8-bit per pixel system, the associated 8-bits of video memory for every screen
pixel contain a value referring to a location in an 8-bit color table. In this way, any
one of the specific 256 color table locations is assigned to a pixel.

A 16-bit highcolor system is considered sufficient to provide life-like colors. It is
encoded using 5-bits to represent red, 5-bits to represent blue and (since the human
eye is more sensitive to the color green) 6-bits to represent 64 levels of green. These
can therefore be combined to provide 65,536 mixed colors (32 x 32 x 64 = 65,536).

In a 24-bit graphics display, the video memory allocates 24 bits for each pixel on the
screen enabling each pixel to take on any one of a possible 16.7 million colors. Each
24-bit value is composed of 8-bits for red, 8-bits for green and 8-bits for blue. These
triplets of 8-bit values are also referred to as the red, green and blue color planes. A
24-bit image is actually composed of three component images which combine to
create the truecolor picture. The reason this is called truecolor is that this is near the
maximum number of colors the human eye is able to detect.

Truecolor images are sometimes represented by a 32-bit value. The extra 8-bits do
not enhance the precision of the color representation but act as an alpha channel that
represents pixel translucence. 32-bit truecolor has become popular on the computer
desktop to provide effects such as translucent windows, fading menus and shadows.

In graphics intensive applications such as touchpanels, raising or lowering the color
depth of the displayed graphics can achieve a balance of performance and quality.
Lower color depths do not require as much frame buffer memory or display
bandwidth, allowing them to be generated and displayed more quickly. Increasing
color depth results in higher color quality at the expense of display speed and
responsiveness. By using mostly 8-bit or 16-bit graphics and holding 32-bit graphics
to a minimum (e.g. for a family photo, etc.), you can create a sophisticated project
that will fit in the memory space provided and have the touchpanel remain very
responsive.

Relationship of Bits to Colors

NUMBER OF BITS NUMBER OF COLORS

1 bit Black and White
2 bits 4 Colors
4 bits 16 Colors
8 bits 256 Colors
16 bits 65,536 Colors (Highcolor)
24 bits 16.7 million Colors (Truecolor)
32 bits 16.7 million Colors plus Transparency

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When creating a VT Pro-e project you can elect to compress and reduce the image
size in the “Page Properties” window for the entire page and/or perform the same
function of reducing the image size using the “Image Properties” window. A
reduction in image size will save a considerable amount of memory space for your
project.

In VT Pro-e, the Compress checkbox permits the image to be compressed when
compiling. This conversion may cause the loss of some subtle shading. To
compensate for this, use the dithering to simulate the original shading. Check your
image with each of the available dithering types to determine which will deliver the
best quality image.

Dithering type selection can be accessed from the “Page Properties” or “Image
Properties” windows in VT-Pro-e. Refer to the following illustrations.

VT Pro-e “Page Properties” Window – Bit Depth Selection VT Pro-e “Image Properties” Window – Bit Depth Selection

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Pushbutton Programming

Any of the buttons can be programmed to access any frequently used command.
Each button has a permanently fixed digital join number. Refer to the following
illustration for their assigned join numbers. A description for each button signal is
described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1).

Pushbutton Layout and Join Number Assignment

16

1
2

17

7
8

9

3

11

13

12

4

10

5
6

NOTE: Join numbers 16 and 17 are fixed for the two “trigger” keys, the
top-mounted pushbuttons on the TPS-6. The left trigger key toggles power when the
unit is undocked and initiates Sleep mode when docked. In addition, when held for
five seconds, it initiates a touchpanel reset. The right trigger key toggles screen
brightness, unless it is disabled with the on-screen button in the BACKLIGHT
SETUP menu (refer to “BACKLIGHT” which starts on page 24).

While both of these join numbers can be programmed to perform other functions,
their main functions as outlined above will still be in effect, i.e. each button will
perform both its default and its newly programmed operation.

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15

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MultiByte International Characters

Most languages use a single byte of eight bits to represent a character, e.g. English,
French, German, Hebrew, Russian, Thai, etc.

Multibyte character fonts require more than the usual eight bits to specify a
character. This occurs when a language has more than 256 characters (2
For example, Chinese fonts contain several thousand characters. Other multibyte
languages include Japanese and Korean.

There are two separate applications with multibyte characters – static text on buttons
and indirect text on buttons. No Isys touchpanel firmware changes are required in
either case.

Indirect text on a button is entered in VTPro-e and the actual string to be displayed is
entered in SIMPL Windows. As of this publication date only completely single byte
or completely multibyte strings may be entered or they will not be compiled
correctly in SIMPL Windows. In other words, you cannot enter Chinese characters
interspersed with numbers. You can enter Chinese characters or numbers in separate
strings or you can pad each number with “\x00” to make it multibyte and then
combine it with Chinese characters in the same string.

Of course, you can always use the workaround of showing a graphic that displays the
string but it is not dynamic. To compile and use multibyte characters it is essential
that the operating system understand the language. Windows XP, Vista and 7 are
available in many international languages and add-on software is available for other
versions of Windows.

8

) in a font.

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Uploading and Upgrading

Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device
contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.
However, before attempting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establish
communication. Once communication has been established, files (for example,
programs, projects or firmware) can be transferred to the control system (and/or
device). Finally, program checks can be performed (such as changing the device ID
or creating an IP table) to ensure proper functioning.

Establishing Communication

Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the TPS-6; refer to the Crestron
Toolbox help file for details. There are two methods of communication.

Indirect

Indirect Communication

PC Running

Crestron Toolbox

TPS-6 connects to control system via Cresnet:

1. Establish communication between the PC and the control system as
described in the latest version of the 2-Series Control Systems Reference
Guide (Doc. 6256).

2. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
TPS-6 using the expected communication protocol (Indirect). Select the
Cresnet ID of the TPS-6 and the address book entry of the control system
that is connected to the TPS-6.

3. Display the TPS-6’s “System Info” window (click the
communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.

TCP/IP

Ethernet Communication

PC Running

Crestron Toolbox

Serial,

Ethernet

or USB

Control System

Ethernet

Cresnet

TPS-6

icon);

TPS-6

The TPS-6 connects to PC via Ethernet:

1. Enter the IP address, IP mask and default router of the TPS-6 via the
Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise enable
DHCP.

NOTE: Use the Device Discovery Tool in Crestron Toolbox to detect all Ethernet
devices on the network and their IP configuration. The tool is available in Toolbox
version 1.15.143 or later.

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2. Confirm Ethernet connections between TPS-6 and PC. If connecting
through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables with 8-pin RJ-45
connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two
LAN ports directly without using a hub or router.

3. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
TPS-6 with the TPS-6’s TCP/IP communication parameters.

4. Display the “System Info” window (click the
TPS-6 entry.

Programs, Projects and Firmware

Program, project or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers
or from Crestron to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron
website as new features are developed after product releases. One has the option to
upload programs and projects via the programming software or to upload and
upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox. For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to
the SIMPL Windows help file, VisionTools Pro-e help file or the Crestron Toolbox
help file.

SIMPL Windows

VisionTools Pro-e

Firmware

If a SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system
using SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox.

Upload the VisionTools Pro-e file to the touchpanel using VisionTools Pro-e or
Crestron Toolbox.

Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required
to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)

Upgrade TPS-6 firmware via Crestron Toolbox.

1. Establish communication with the TPS-6 and display the “System Info”
window.

2. Select Functions | Firmware… to upgrade the TPS-6 firmware.

icon) and select the

Program Checks

Actions that can be performed on the TPS-6 vary depending on whether it is
connected via Cresnet or Ethernet.

Cresnet Connections

Ethernet Connections

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For Cresnet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the network device tree
(Tools | Network Device Tree) to show all network devices connected to the control
system. Right-click on the TPS-6 to display actions that can be performed on the
TPS-6.

For Ethernet connections, display the “System Info” window (click the
and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be performed on the TPS-6.

Be sure to use the internal setup menu (refer to “ETHERNET” which starts on page

18) or Crestron Toolbox to create the TPS-6 IP table. In Toolbox:

1. Select Functions | IP Table Setup.

2. Add, modify or delete entries in th e IP table.

3. A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent to the device.

Edit the control system’s IP table to include an entry for the TPS-6. The entry should
list the TPS-6’s IP ID (specified on the TPS-6’s IP table) and the internal gateway IP
address 127.0.0.1.

icon)

Isys™ 5.7” Tilt Touchpanel Crestron TPS-6

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If
further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service
representative.

TPS-6 Troubleshooting

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Device does not
function.

Touchpanel is not
responding.

Touchpanel
display is dark.

TPS-6 is not receiving
power.

Device is not
communicating with the
network.

Device is not receiving
power from a Crestron
power source.

Device is not receiving
sufficient power.

Touchpanel Net ID is
not set to match the Net
ID in the SIMPL
program.

Touchpanel Net ID is
not unique; two or more
units share the same ID.

No IP address
configured/obtained on
the TPS-6.

Invalid control system IP
address / IP ID set up
on the TPS-6.

Standby timeout has
elapsed.

Verify power to (included)
TPS-6X-IMCW Interface
Module.

Use Crestron Toolbox to poll
the network. Verify network
connection to the device.

Use the provided Crestron
power source. Verify
connections.

Use the Crestron Power
Calculator to help calculate
how much power is needed
for the system.

Use Crestron Toolbox to poll
the network. Verify the Net ID
for the touchpanel is properly
set to match the Net ID in the
SIMPL program.

Use Crestron Toolbox to poll
the network and verity that
each ID is used only once.

Use the internal setup menu
(refer to “ETHERNET” which
starts on page 18) or
Crestron Toolbox to
create/verify Ethernet
settings.

The IP address (or host
name) for the control system
is invalid or the IP ID does not
match the one defined in the
SIMPL program. Refer to
“ETHERNET” which starts on
page 18 to define IP
addresses.

Touch the screen to
reactivate.

(Continued on following page)

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TPS-6 Troubleshooting (Continued)

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Use the Right Wire

Calculate Power

Unexpected
response from
touchpanel.

TPS-6 boots up
with message
saying “Your
desired page was
not found.”

Touchpanel is
incorrectly calibrated.

Invalid VT Pro-e project
or no VT Pro-e project is
loaded.

Recalibrate the touchscreen
(refer to “Configuring the
Touchpanel” which starts on
page 11 and “CALIBRATION
MENU” on page 12).

Load/reload VT Pro-e project
using Crestron Toolbox.

Check Network Wiring

In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation
topology, Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used.
Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify
performance deficiencies because of using improper wire.

CAUTION: Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. Failure to
do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty.

CAUTION: Provide sufficient power to the system. Insufficient power can lead to
unpredictable results 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).

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When calculating the length of wire for a particular Cresnet run, the wire gauge and
the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be connected must be taken into
consideration. Use Crestron Certified Wire only. If Cresnet units are to be daisy­chained on the run, the Cresnet power usage of each network unit to be daisy­chained must be added together to determine the Cresnet power usage of the entire
chain. If the unit is home-run from a Crestron system power supply network port, the
Cresnet power usage of that unit is the Cresnet power usage of the entire run. The
wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of the run should be used in the following
equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation’s left side.

Cable Length Equation

L = Length of run (or chain) in feet
R = 6 Ohms (Crestron Certified Wire: 18 AWG (0.75 MM ))

or 1.6 Ohms (Cresnet HP: 12 AWG (4 M M ))

P = Cresnet power usage of entire run (or chain)

2

2

L <

40,000

Where:

R x P

Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the right side of
the equation. For example, a Cresnet run using 18 AWG Crestron Certified Wire and
drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 333 feet. If Cresnet HP
is used for the same run, its length could extend to 1250 feet.

NOTE: All Crestron certified Cresnet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One
twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted
pair is the Y conductor and the Z conductor.

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Strip and Tin Wire

Add Hubs

When daisy-chaining Cresnet units, strip the ends of the wires carefully to avoid
nicking the conductors. Twist together the ends of the wires that share a pin on the
network connector and tin the twisted connection. Apply solder only to the ends of
the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end becomes brittle.
Insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and tighten the retaining
screw. Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors.

For larger networks (i.e., greater than 28 network devices), it may become necessary
to add a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality throughout the
network. Also, for networks with lengthy cable runs it may be necessary to add a
Hub/Repeater after only 20 devices.

Reference Documents

The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from
the Crestron website (
product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number.

List of Related Reference Documents

2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide
Crestron e-Control Reference Guide
TPS-6X-IMCW Interface Module

www.crestron.com/manuals). This link will provide a list of

DOCUMENT TITLE

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 Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876].

You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website

www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time

(
users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.

Future Updates

As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capab ilities of
the TPS-6, additional information may be made available as manual updates. These
updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the
release of a complete technical documentation revision.

Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its
relevance. Updates are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download column.

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Merchandise Returns / Repair Service

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and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying
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