Crestron TPS-TPI User Manual
Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI Touchpanel Interface
Contents
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Description.................................................................................................................................1
Functional Description ................................................................................................1
Physical Description.................................................................................................... 4
Leading Specifications...............................................................................................................5
Installation/Setup ....................................................................................................................... 6
Identity Code ............................................................................................................... 6
Network Wiring........................................................................................................... 6
Hardware Hookup .......................................................................................................7
Configuring the Display.............................................................................................................7
Calibration Menu......................................................................................................... 8
Diagnostics Menu........................................................................................................9
Setup Menu..................................................................................................................9
VisionTools™ Pro-e (Multi-Mode Objects)............................................................................ 16
Programming with SIMPL™ Windows................................................................................17
How the Program Works...........................................................................................18
How to Create the Program ....................................................................................... 18
Reserved Join Numbers............................................................................................. 21
Problem Solving ...................................................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 23
Further Inquiries........................................................................................................24
Appendix A: WAV File Audio Messages................................................................................25
Downloadable WAV Files ........................................................................................25
To Record a WAV File Message...............................................................................26
To Convert a WAV File ............................................................................................ 27
To Create WAV Messages from Individual Files ..................................................... 28
Set WAV File or Message Properties, Save, and Exit...............................................31
VT Pro-e: Sound Manager.........................................................................................34
Appendix B: RS-232 Protocol.................................................................................................37
Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 39
Return and Warranty Policies..................................................................................................41
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................41
CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................41
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Description
Multi-mode objects are here!
Refer to "VisionTools™ Pro-e (MultiMode Objects)" on page 16
or details about this high-performance
innovation!
Functional Description
The Crestron Isys™ TPS-TPI offers a host of sophisticated capabilities like the other
models in the Isys family, however the unit is designed without a display. Its analog
XGA resolution output plugs into a plasma screen or large screen projector to create
whatever image size is required. The plasma or projection screen may be overlaid
with a touch-sensitive membrane to function as a huge touchpanel. The TPS-TPI can
also be used with the Crestron SmartPresenter™ system in serial mouse mode. Other
Microsoft-compatible serial mice are also permissible. The unit operates in a 16-bit
graphics mode (65,536 colors); palettes are not required. When displaying video or
RGB sources with the appropriate expansion card installed, the TPS-TPI can display
up to 262,144 colors. The TPS-TPI offers:
• Multiple button, slider control, and icon configurations,
including multi-mode objects
• Three non-interchangeable card slots for expansion
• Memory upgrade
• Two speakers for sound
Expansion Slots
Each TPS-TPI has three dedicated slots for additional functionality. The slots are
empty with blank cover plates. Cards are purchased separately. Installation
instructions are provided with each card. Each card features the following:
• TPS-ENETL – a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card provides Ethernet
capability to the touchpanel.
• TPS-VIDL – a TV video digitizer card that allows NTSC/PAL video
to be played in a window on the touchpanel or full screen.
• TPS-XVGAL – a RGB digitizer that scan converts a computer source
up to 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz (110 Hz at 640 x 480) vertical rate to a
window on the touchpanel or full screen.
NOTE: The three cards are NOT interchangeable.
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Memory
The TPS-TPI ships with 8MB of flash and 8MB of DRAM. Additional memory
(purchased separately) can be installed in the field. The flash can be replaced with
modules of up to 64MB. The DRAM module can be replaced with modules up to
32MB. Installation instructions are provided with each memory module.
Sound
The TPS-TPI has built-in speakers with power amplifiers. Sound can be generated by
the panel by using downloaded wave files (.WAV) or can be mixed in from an
external line level audio source. The audio amplifiers output two watts per channel.
Refer to "Appendix A: WAV File Audio Messages" on page 25 for WAV file
details.
I/O Connectors
All totaled, there are 14 potential I/O connectors available on the TPS-TPI. Five of
the 14 connectors are resident on the unit as shipped from Crestron. The remaining
nine connectors are optional and require the additional purchase and installation of
expansion cards.
The resident connectors are:
• NET – The port mates with a four-pin connector, supplied, and is used
to connect the touchpanel to other four-wire devices in the Cresnet
system. If making network connections to the Cresnet peripherals, refer
to the latest revision of the Cresnet Network Interconnect Drawing
(Doc. 5411). This document can be obtained from the Downloads page
(CABLES and MANUAL Libraries) of the Crestron website
(www.crestron.com)
. Search for CRESNET.PDF.
• AUDIO INPUT – The port mates with a six-pin connector, supplied,
and provides differential/single ended audio input and output.
Description of the pinouts is shown in the table after this paragraph.
AUDIO INPUT Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION
S Shield
R+ Right Positive
R- Right Negative
L+ Left Positive
L- Left Negative
S Shield
• RS-232 – The primary purpose of this connector is to communicate
with external touchscreens and Microsoft-compatible serial mouse-type
devices. The communication parameters and the control options are
available from the "RS-232 Menu" on page 11. In the event that
modular cables or an RJ11 to DB9F adapter is not available, the table
and diagram shown after this paragraph provides information so that
the cable can be fabricated on site. Refer to "Appendix B: RS-232
Protocol" on page 37 for protocol details.
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RS-232 Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION
1CTS
2GND
3RXD
4TXD
5RTS
6 No Connect (N/C)
PC to TPS-TPI Cable Specifications
• AUDIO OUTPUT – This standard mini phone jack (12mW, 32 ohms
load) provides line level stereo audio output to an external audio system
or headphone set, not supplied.
• VGA OUTPUT – This DB15 female connector outputs XGA (1024 x
768) RGB video. Description of the pinouts is shown in the table after
this paragraph.
VGA OUTPUT Pinouts
PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION
1RED 9 NC
2 GREEN 10 GND
3BLUE 11 NC
4NC 12NC
5 GND 13 HSYNC/COMPOSITE SYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 NC
8GND
The optional connectors are:
• RGB INPUT – These five connectors are made available with the
purchase and installation of the TPS-XVGAL, a scan converter card.
Consult the latest revision of the TPS-XVGAL Operations &
Installation Guide (Doc. 5828) for details.
NC = Not Connected
• NTSC/PAL INPUT – These three connectors are made available with
the purchase and installation of the TPS-VIDL, composite and S-video
input for TV video card. Consult the latest revision of the TPS-VIDL
Operations & Installation Guide (Doc. 5830) for details.
• LAN – This port is made available with the purchase and installation of
the TPS-ENETL, a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card. Consult the latest
revision of the TPS-ENETL Operations & Installation Guide (Doc.
5829) for details.
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Physical Description
The electronic hardware of the TPS-TPI, shown after this paragraph, is housed in a
black metal enclosure with a silk-screened top panel. All audio, video, Ethernet,
RS-232, and network connections are made on the top panel or one side of the unit.
Ears are attached at the shorter sides of the unit. There are three holes per ear for
inserting mounting screws. The ears can be removed (six screws) to reduce the size
of the TPS-TPI. If the ears are removed, there are rubber feet on the under side of the
unit for stabilization on a flat surface.
NOTE: Video, RGB, and Ethernet connections are available after installing the
appropriate expansion card into the TPS-TPI.
Physical Views of the TPS-TPI (Top Panel)
CRESTRON ELECTRONICS INC.
ROCKLEIGH, NJ 07647 USA
4.100 in
(10.414 cm)
9.450 in
(24.003 cm)
14.133 in
(35.898 cm)
Physical Views of the TPS-TPI (Sides and Bottom Panels)
12.484 in
(31.709 cm)
2.922 in
(7.422 cm)
4.100 in
(10.414 cm)
0.625 in
(1.588 cm)
2.797 in
(7.104 cm)
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Leading Specifications
The table below provides a summary of leading specifications for the TPS-TPI
touchpanel interface. Dimensions and weight are rounded to the nearest hundredth
unit.
Leading Specifications for the TPS-TPI Touchpanel Interface
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Power Requirements (without cards)
SIMPLTM Windows
CNMSX-AV/PRO Upgrade File (.upz)
CNRACKX/-DP Upgrade File (.upz)
CEN/CN-TVAV Upgrade File (.upz)
CNMS, CNRACK, CNLCOMP
Operating System
ST-CP Operating System
ST-CP Monitor
VisionToolsTM Pro-e (VT Pro-e)
Crestron Database
Memory
Speaker Amplification
Dimensions & Weight
- with ears
®
10.0 Watts (0.417 Amp @ 24 VDC)
Version 1.50.05 or later
Version 51125X or later
Version 51125W or later
Version 51130V or later
Version 3.18.09m, l, c or later
Version 4.00.49 or later
Version 1.29 or later
Version 2.2.0.0 or later
Version 14.1 or later
8MB of flash; 8MB of DRAM
2 Watts per channel
Height: 9.45 in (24.00 cm)
Width: 15.20 in (38.61 cm)
Depth: 2.92 in (7.42 cm)
Weight: 3.90 lb (1.77 kg)
2
3 & 4
3 & 4
3 & 5
3 & 5
3
2
2
1
3 & 5
6
1 The individual power requirements for the expansion cards are:
TPS-ENETL: 4Watts (0.167 Amps @ 24 VDC)
TPS-VIDL: 8 Watts (0.333 Amps @ 24 VDC)
TPS-XVGAL: 10 Watts (0.417 Amps @ 24 VDC)
2 The latest software versions can be obtained from the Downloads page (SIMPLWIN, TOUCHPNL,
VTPRO-E, or CRESDB Libraries) of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com).
3 CNX upgrade files are required for either CNMSX-AV/Pro or CNRACKX/-DP. Filenames for CNX
upgrade files have a UPZ extension and SmarTouch files are in one EXE. All can be obtained from
the Downloads page (OPSYS Library) of the Crestron website.
4 When loading VT Pro-e files or firmware through the RS-232 port of the control system, be sure that
the baud rate is at 57600 or lower. Otherwise, the Viewport may post the "Transfer Failed" message.
5 These control systems do not support loading of firmware or VT Pro-e files to the TPS-TPI through
the RS-232 port of the control system. In order to load these files to the TPS-TPI when using these
control systems, either use the RS-232 port on the TPS-TPI or use Ethernet direct to the unit
(assuming the TPS-ENETL is installed).
6 Additional memory can be purchased, refer to "
screens and the sampling of the WAV files influence memory usage.
Memory" on page 2. The complexity of the control
As of the date of manufacture, the TPS-TPI has been tested and found to comply
with specifications for CE marking.
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two 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.
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Installation/Setup
Identity Code
Every equipment and user interface within the network requires a unique identity
code (NET ID). These codes are assigned a two-digit hexadecimal number from 03
to FE. Refer to "Setup Menu" on page 9 for instructions on setting the unit's NET ID.
The NET ID of the unit must match the NET ID specified in the SIMPL Windows
program. Refer to "Programming with SIMPL™ Windows
sample.
Network Wiring
NOTE: When making wire connections, refer to the latest revision of the Cresnet
Network Interconnect Drawing (Doc. 5411). The document can be obtained from the
Downloads page (CABLES and MANUAL Libraries) of the Crestron website
(www. crestron.com). Search for the CRESNET.PDF files.
When calculating the wire gauge for a particular network run, the length of the run
and the power factor of each network unit to be connected must be taken into
consideration. If network units are to be daisy-chained on the run, the power factor
of each network unit to be daisy-chained must be added together to determine the
power factor of the entire chain. The length of the run in feet and the power factor of
the run should be used in the following resistance equation to calculate the value on
the right side of the equation.
" on page 17 for a
Resistance Equation
R <
40,000
L x PF
Where:
R = Resistance (refer to table below).
L = Lengt h of run (or chain) in feet.
PF = Power factor of entire run
or chain).
The required wire gauge should be chosen such that the resistance value is less than
the value calculated in the resistance equation. Refer to the table after this paragraph.
Wire Gauge Values
RESISTANCE (R) WIRE GAUGE
10
15
13
8.7
4
6
16
18
20
22
Doubled CAT5
Tripled CAT5
NOTE: All network 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.
NOTE: 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.
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Hardware Hookup
NOTE: Review the Network Interconnection Diagram (latest revision of Doc.
5411) when making the network connection.
The TPS-TPI touchpanel can be placed on a flat surface or mounted with screws (not
supplied). Refer to the hookup diagram after this paragraph. Other than making the
power connection last, complete the connections in any order.
TPS-TPI Hookup Diagram
CRESTRON ELECTRONICS INC.
ROCKLEIGH, NJ 07647 USA
FROM
AUDIO
SOURCE
CONTROL
SYSTEM
Configuring the Display
To configure the unit, it may be necessary to access a series of setup screens prior to
viewing run-time screens that can be shown on virtually any display. The Main
Menu for configuring the display appears when a finger is held to the touchscreen as
power is applied. Remove your finger when the message "SETUP MODE" appears
on the touchscreen.
NOTE: If a touch-sensitive screen overlay is not being used, the "SETUP MODE"
can be achieved with a reserved join number (17242). Refer to "Reserved Join
Numbers" on page 21 for listing of other display settings and the respective join
numbers.
Upon entering SETUP MODE, the Main Menu, shown after this paragraph, displays
four buttons: Touch Screen Calibration, Exit and Run Program, Setup, and
Diagnostics.
TO
TO EXTERNAL
TOUCH SCREEN
OR SERIAL MOUSE
TO EXTERNAL
AUDIO
SYSTEM
TO LCD DISPLAY,
VIDEO PROJECTOR,
OR PLASMA MONITOR
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Main Menu
The Exit and Run Program button verifies that all of the setup information has
been saved to EEPROM and displays the main page that has been programmed into
your system. The remaining buttons on the Main Menu open other menus, which are
discussed in subsequent paragraphs.
Calibration Menu
Calibration of the display is required if the active touch area of a button does not
coincide with the button's image. Select the Touch Screen Calibration button to
display the Calibration Menu, shown after this paragraph. The Calibration Menu
offers the choice to initiate calibration with the Perform Calibration button or
return to the previous screen with the Return button. Choose an option by touching
the correct button.
Calibration Menu
If you proceed to calibrate the display, the screen prompts you with the message
"Touch Upper Left +" nearly centered on the display. A cross hair (+) in the upper
left corner indicates the exact location. Touch the cross hair (+) in the upper left
corner of the screen to initiate calibration. Another message, "Touch Upper Right +",
appears on the display. Touch the cross hair in the upper right corner. Another
message, "Touch Lower Right +", appears on the display. Touch the cross hair in the
lower right corner of the screen to return to the Main Menu.
NOTE: When touching the screen during calibration, be as accurate as possible.
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Diagnostics Menu
The Diagnostics button from the Main Menu should only be used under supervision
from a Crestron technical support representative during telephone support. Most of
the options available from the Diagnostics Menu, shown after this paragraph, are
numeric in nature and their interpretation is beyond the scope of this manual.
Diagnostics Menu
Setup Menu
To obtain the Setup Menu, shown after this paragraph, select the Setup button from
the Main Menu. Display options (i.e., standby timeout, panel tracking, and Ethernet)
are available directly from the Setup Menu and are explained in the next three
paragraphs. Other setup parameters (i.e., interface, RS-232, audio, RGB, and video)
use additional menus and are detailed in subsequent paragraphs as well. After setup
parameters have been set, select the Return button to return to the Main Menu.
Setup Menu
NOTE: All display settings, except those menus with a Save and Return button,
are automatically saved in non-volatile memory.
Standby Timeout
The display can be turned off (standby mode) when not in active use. STANDBY
TIMEOUT, located toward the middle of the Setup Menu, can turn off the display
when it is inactive for a specified time frame (minutes, shown as XXX in the
illustration). When the display is activated, the last screen shown reappears. Minutes
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can vary from 0 to 120, where 0 disables the timeout. DOWN and UP buttons
decrease and increase the timeout, respectively.
Panel Tracking
Panel tracking is a useful communication feature between displays when more than
one display exists on the network. Two buttons centrally located in the bottom row
of the Setup Menu control panel tracking. Button selection is indicated by red text.
When the Enable Panel Tracking button is selected, a given display maintains
communication in such a way that a page change to any display on the network
forces the same page change to all enabled displays. Panel tracking is disabled for a
given display when the Disable Panel Tracking button is selected. When disabled a
given display does not respond to page changes made to other displays on the
network. Panel tracking is factory set with the Disable Panel Tracking button
selected.
Ethernet
NOTE: The Ethernet button is displayed on the Setup Menu only if the
TPS-ENETL is properly installed.
NOTE: IP settings are necessary only if the TPS-ENETL is installed. Serially
connect a PC to the TPS-TPI via the RS-232 connector and refer to the details in the
latest revision of the TPS-ENETL (Doc. 5829).
Selection of the Ethernet button from the Setup Menu displays details such as the IP
Address, Subnet Mask, Def(ault) Router, IP Table, etc. For example, refer to a
sample display shown after this paragraph. The settings can only be viewed from this
screen. To enter commands to access/set all Ethernet configurations use the RS-232
connector and refer to the information in the TPS-ENETL Installation & Operations
Guide, as stated in the previous note.
Sample Display from Ethernet Button Press
Return
Select the Return button, located at the lower right corner of the Setup Menu, after
setup parameters have been set.
Interface Menu
The TPS-TPI communicates with a control system to activate other controls or to
display feedback from components within the system. The communication interface
must be correctly specified or communication will not occur. To set communication
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parameters select the Interface button located in the upper left corner of the Setup
Menu and display the Interface Menu, shown after this paragraph.
Interface Menu
The Cresnet network identity number (CRESNET ID) is displayed at the bottom of
the left-most column in the Interface Menu. CRESNET ID is the two-digit
hexadecimal number represented by ## in the figure for illustrative purposes. The
hexadecimal number can range from 03 to FE and must correspond to the NET ID
set in the SIMPL Windows program of the Cresnet system. Matching IDs between
TPS-TPI and SIMPL Windows program is required if data is to be successfully
transferred. NET ID is factory set to 03.
Two side-by-side buttons beneath the hexadecimal display, DOWN and UP,
decrease and increase the ID by one, respectively.
The TPS-TPI usually communicates with a Cresnet system. Occasionally the unit
can be used in a demo mode where it merely displays various menus, but does not
communicate with Cresnet II system. In demo mode, the directory buttons change
pages, but buttons requiring feedback do not work. Two side-by-side buttons above
the CRESNET ID, Enable CRESNET II and Disable CRESNET II, determine
communication mode. Select Enable CRESNET II for normal Cresnet
communication mode and Disable CRESNET II to set the TPS-TPI into demo
mode. Text within the selected button changes color from black to red.
Communication mode is factory set to Enable CRESNET II.
There may be Ethernet devices on the network that communicate with the control
system via CIP (Cresnet Internet Protocol). Two buttons in the top left corner of the
Interface Menu determines if the TPS-TPI is capable of this type of communication.
Select Enable CIP to permit this protocol recognition and Disable CIP to prohibit
any CIP connection.
The Interface Menu allows for four RS-232 communication options: console (i.e.,
loading programs), control (i.e., non-Crestron device), mouse input, or external touch
screen input. The four buttons in the upper right corner of the menu are available for
selection. Text within the selected button changes color from black to red.
Select the Save and Return button, located at the bottom right corner of the
Interface Menu, after interface parameters have been set.
RS-232 Menu
The primary use of the RS-232 connector on the TPS-TPI is for connection to an
external touch screen or mouse input. RS-232 parameters must be set when
communicating via the RS-232 port. Options for baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits,
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