Crestron electronic MPS-250 User Manual

Crestron MPS-250 Multimedia Presentation System 250 Operations Guide

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Crestron MPS-250 Multimedia Presentation System 250

Multimedia Presentation System 250: MPS-250 1

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

Features and Functions................................................................................................ 1

Applications................................................................................................................. 4

Internal Block Diagram............................................................................................... 5

Specifications ..............................................................................................................6

Physical Description.................................................................................................. 10

Industry Compliance .................................................................................................21

Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 22

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................22

CAT5 Wiring............................................................................................................. 22

QuickMedia Wiring................................................................................................... 22

Installation................................................................................................................. 24

Hardware Hookup ..................................................................................................... 25

Configure the RGB Input Ports .................................................................................28

Programming Software............................................................................................................31

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................31

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder.............................................................. 31

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

Switching Programs...................................................................................................32

Saving Settings ..........................................................................................................32

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................ 34

Establishing Communication..................................................................................... 34

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................35

Configuration & Operation ...................................................................................................... 36

Configuration............................................................................................................. 36

Operation................................................................................................................... 75

Problem Solving ...................................................................................................................... 82

Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 82

Check Network Wiring.............................................................................................. 85

Reference Documents................................................................................................ 86

Further Inquiries........................................................................................................ 86

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................86

Software License Agreement................................................................................................... 87

Return and Warranty Policies.................................................................................................. 89

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................89

CRESTRON Limited Warranty................................................................................. 89

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Crestron MPS-250 Multimedia Presentation System 250

Multimedia Presentation

Multimedia Presentation System 250: MPS-250

System 250: MPS-250

Introduction Introduction

The MPS-250 is a complete presentation control and signal routing solution for

boardrooms and classrooms. Integrating the control system, multimedia matrix

switcher, mic mixer, audio processor, amplifier, and QuickMedia® distribution center

all into a single 2-space rackmount package, the MPS-250 affords considerable

signal routing versatility and high-performance signal processing without the need

for separate components.

Features and Functions

• System switcher, audio processor, and control system

• Out-of-the-box switching and audio control

• Two video/HDTV and three RGB/computer inputs

• One QuickMedia input with delay skew compensation

• Built-in input signal sensing | auto-switching capable

• Discrete composite, S-video, component, and RGB outputs

• QuickMedia and Crestron

• Five balanced stereo audio inputs

• Two gated mic inputs with compressor & limiter

• Four-channel mic mixing w/4-band EQ per channel

• Discrete program, speech, and record outputs

• Graphic and parametric equalization | 40ms audio delay

• Built-in 40 watt amplifier — stereo, 70V, or 100V models

• 2-Series control engine | e-Control

• 10/100 Ethernet | RoomView and SNMP support

• Two RS-232, four IR, four digital in, & four relay control ports

• Front panel setup and control | Backlit LCD display

• Keypad, touchpanel, and wireless control options

• Internal power supply | 2-space rack-mountable

Home® CAT5 AV outputs

2 Web server

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System Switcher

Right out of the box, the MPS-250 provides high-performance switching of two

video and three RGB computer sources to a single projector or plasma display.

Composite, S-video, component and RGBHV signals can be routed to the

appropriate inputs on the display device, with control of the display provided via

Ethernet, RS-232 or IR. Input signal sensing is provided on every video and RGB

input to enable auto-switching functionality and provide device power status

information to the control system. Selectable sync impedance on the RGB inputs

helps accommodate cable runs of varying lengths.

Versatile matrix switching inside the MPS-250 actually affords some additional

hidden signal routing flexibility, providing discrete switchable outputs for RGB,

composite, S-video, and component signals. For instance, outputs 1 and 2 can

function as separate composite and S-video outputs, or as a single component output;

output 3 can be a single component, S-video, or composite output; and output 4 can

be used for either RGB or component. Each output is fed by a separate matrix

crosspoint, so they all can be active simultaneously and assigned any relevant input

source.

Touchpanel Output

An additional discrete output is provided on the MPS-250 to feed a preview signal to

the system touchpanel or other monitor. This output is controlled separately from the

main display outputs, allowing a different source to be viewed on the touchpanel.

The touchpanel connection is facilitated through a choice of QuickMedia® (QM) or

Crestron Home® (CH) CAT5 balanced video outputs, simplifying wiring to a wide

range of Crestron touchpanels. The QM output supports high-resolution RGB and

HDTV plus audio, while the CH output is limited to standard video and HDTV only

(dependent upon the capabilities of the touchpanel).

QuickMedia

The QM touchpanel output can also be used to feed signals straight to the primary

display device, providing a very streamlined, low-cost, long-distance wiring solution.

Crestron’s exclusive QuickMedia transport transmits high-resolution RGB, HD

video, stereo program and microphone audio signals up to 450 feet over a single

inexpensive CAT5e type cable*. Just one CresCAT-QM cable and a QM receiver are

all that is required for complete signal routing and device control, eliminating all the

bulky, expensive cabling that would otherwise be needed.

A single QM input is also provided on the MPS-250, providing additional inputs for

AV, computer, and microphone sources through the simple connection of a QM Wall

Plate, FlipTop Box, or Distribution Center.

* For QuickMedia wiring use CresCAT-QM-P, CresCAT-QM-NP, CresCAT-IM-P, or quality

CAT5e/CAT6 cable with a delay skew of ≤15ns per 100m; the maximum aggregate cable length and delay skew between any QM transmitter (origination point) and QM receiver (endpoint) is 450 ft (137 m) and 22 ns; a maximum of two QM midpoint devices may be inserted in a given QM signal path; exceptions apply, refer to each respective product manual for full detail.

4-Channel Microphone Matrix Mixing

Two gated microphone/line inputs are included on the MPS-250 complete with

software-switchable 48V phantom power and independently adjustable compression

and limiting. Two additional microphone signals can be brought in through the QM

input, with 4-band speech-optimized equalization provided on all four mic channels.

Sophisticated matrix mixing allows for four completely different mixes of all four

microphones – three mixes feeding discrete “local” outputs, and one additional mix

feeding the QM output.

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Professional Audio Features

Five stereo audio inputs on the rear panel accept balanced or unbalanced line-level

signals from computers and other program audio sources. Additional audio sources

can be brought in through the QM input. To accommodate a wide range of signals,

adjustable input compensation is employed to help maintain consistent volume levels

when switching between sources. Versatile matrix mixing allows the selected

program signal and the four microphone signals to be separated or mixed in any

combination to feed three “local” outputs, each with its own unique mix.

Three discrete balanced line level outputs are provided, each with independent

adjustments for volume, bass, treble, and mute. The stereo PROGRAM and mono

SPEECH outputs are normally intended for driving external amplification, with

relay muting on each output to prevent “thumping” on power up. The RECORD

output allows for a completely separate stereo mix to feed a codec, recording device,

or assistive listening system. Ten-band graphic equalization plus 2-band parametric

equalization on each output eliminates the need for expensive outboard audio

processors, and up to 40ms delay adjustment is available on the SPEECH output for

proper loudspeaker alignment.

The QM touchpanel output is controlled separately from the other audio outputs,

allowing a different program source and microphone mix to be monitored on the

touchpanel, or output to other audio equipment by way of an appropriate QM

receiver or other QuickMedia device.

Built-in Amplifier

A 40-watt amplifier is built into the MPS-250, with three models available offering

the choice of 8-ohm stereo, 70V mono, or 100V mono outputs. For large rooms

requiring more power, the MPS-250 supports plug-and-play compatibility with

Crestron's QM-Series 3-channel amplifiers, providing a complete solution for driving

a professional loudspeaker system with discrete program and speech channels.

Front Panel Control

Out of the box, the MPS-250 front panel supports easy pushbutton routing of input

sources to each of the outputs, and audio volume adjustment using the volume

control knob. Dedicated buttons and indicators are also provided for separate control

of system power and projector power. In addition, five preset buttons are included

for custom functions such as lowering a projection screen, closing blinds, or

selecting a lighting preset.

The front panel label strips are easily customized using Crestron Engraver software

or standard 3/8” tape labels, allowing for the clear designation of each input, output,

and preset button. When selected, these functions will also appear on the LCD

display as generic names (Input 1, 2…), or as custom names (DVD, Podium PC,

Screen Up, etc.).

Easy setup of the MPS-250 is facilitated through the LCD display without

necessitating a computer. Together with four softkey buttons, four menu navigation

buttons and the volume knob, the LCD enables configuration of IP network, audio,

and other system settings. For security, the front panel controls can be password

protected or locked out.

2- Series Control System

Integrated into the MPS-250 is a Crestron 2-Series Ethernet control system complete

with e-Control

control ports for integration with third-party equipment. Anything from a basic AV

presentation room with a single projector, screen, and keypad controller, to a fully

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2 Web server and a host of RS-232, IR, digital input and relay

Multimedia Presentation System 250 Crestron MPS-250

custom touchpanel based system with multiple controlled sources and display

devices, can be programmed easily using Crestron SystemBuilder™ software. And,

the MPS-250 works with Crestron's RoomView® Help Desk software, the industry's

most comprehensive facility-wide asset management solution.

Room Control Options

Without requiring any programming, the MPS-250 can be controlled simply using

Crestron’s APAD LCD Controller or a selection of keypads. With custom

programming, Crestron’s complete line of Isys® touchpanels and MediaManager

FlipTops is supported. Equipped with an optional CNXRMIRD IR receiver, the

MPS-250 allows any Crestron IR wireless touchpanel or handheld remote to be used

for a low-cost wireless control solution. Or, adding an RF wireless gateway or Wi-Fi

access point enables use of a wide range of 1-way and 2-way RF wireless handheld

remotes and touchpanels.

Applications

The following diagram shows an MPS-250 in a lecture hall application.

MPS-250 in a Lecture Hall Application

For more information on this and other QM applications, refer to the latest revision

of the Crestron MediaManager Applications Guide (Doc. 6244), which is available

from the Crestron website (

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Crestron MPS-250 Multimedia Presentation System 250

Internal Block Diagram

The following diagrams represent the video and audio switching abilities of the

MPS-250.

Video Block Diagram of the MPS-250

VIDEO INPUTS

Vid/S-Vid/Component

RGBHV

Composite/S-Video/

YPbPr Signal Detection

Composite/S-Video/

YPbPr Signal Detection

RGB Signal Detection

QM to

Analog Video

with Skew

Compensation

RGBHV

6x5 Matrix Switch

RGBHV

OUT 4

Composite

Component

Composite

Component

Analog Video to

S-Video

3x2

Output

Selector

3x2

Output

Selector

2X2

QM Matrix

VIDEO OUTPUTS

LOCAL OUT 1

LOCAL OUT 2

LOCAL OUT 3

LOCAL OUT 4

RGBHV

LOCAL OUT 5

(1) Composite &

(1) S-Video

(1) Component

(1) Composite &

(1) S-Video

(1) Component

QM INPUT

QM OUT

Balanced

Video OUT

(Composite/

S-Video/

Component)

TOUCH PANEL

PORT

LOCAL OUT 1 and LOCAL OUT 2 can be combined to one component output. LOCAL OUT 3 can be used for composite, S-video, or component video. The

MPS-250 does not convert input signal formats.

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Audio Block Diagram of the MPS-250

AUDIO INPUTS

AUDIO OUTPUTS

Stereo Audio

Local Mic

With Phantom Power

Local Mic

With Phantom Power

QM IN

A/D

COMP

Program/Mic

Splitter

Gating

Mic 1&2

6x2

Analog

Matrix

Switch

Vol/EQ

QM OUT 5

Amp

(Touchpanel)

4/8 Model

Program L

Program R

Speech

70V/100V Models

Record L

Record R

QM Audio Combiner

Mic Mixer

Channel

4x2

20Wx2

6 Channel

Vol/EQ

Delay

D/A

Mute

D/A Mute

40W Amp

Stereo Mixer

Mono Mixer

8 Individual Microphone Channels

Stereo Mixer

NOTE: The MPS-250-70V and MPS-250-100V amplify the SPEECH output audio path while the MPS-250 amplifies the PROGRAM output audio path.

Specifications

Specifications for the MPS-250 are listed in the following table.

MPS-250 Specifications

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Processor

CPU

Memory

SDRAM NVRAM Flash Operating System

Ethernet

32-bit Freescale ColdFire

Microprocessor

32 MB 256 KB 16 MB Real-time, preemptive, multitasking kernel,

multi-threaded; FAT32 file system with long names; supports SIMPL Windows and SIMPL+

10/100BaseT, static IP or DHCP/DNS, SSL, auto-negotiating, full duplex TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, SMTP, SNMP, built-in Web server and e-mail client; supports Crestron e-Control®2 XPanel and RoomView® applications

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SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Video/RGB Switcher

Signal Types

Video/HDTV Formats RGB Formats Maximum Resolution

Blanking Time Sync Rise/Fall Time Sync Latency Gain QM Cable Compensation

Audio Switcher/Preamp

A-D/D-A Conversion Output Volume Range Mixer Volume Range Mute Input Compensation Mic Input Gain Gate Level (Threshold) Gate Attack Time Gate Decay (Release) Time Gating Depth Compressor Curve Compressor Threshold Level Compressor Attack Time Compressor Release Time Compression Ratio

6x5 crosspoint matrix including 1x1 QM signal routing, local QM delay skew compensation

RGB and composite, S-video, or component video (does not transcode)

NTSC or PAL, HDTV up to 1080i/1080p RGBHV or RGBS QXGA 2048 x 1536 @ 60Hz

(WUXGA 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz via QM) < 0.1 second

3.5 ns maximum < 30 ns 0dB (75 ohms terminated) 10-bit digitally controlled PEAK (bandwidth)

and BOOST (gain); 4-bit digitally controlled SKEW delay, 0 to 22 ns (independent for R, G, and B)

6x2 stereo crosspoint matrix including 1x1 QM signal routing, 2-channel gated mic preamp with compressor & limiter, 4-channels mic EQ, 6X5 mic/program matrix mixer, 4x2 mic matrix mixer on the QM output, stereo volume/tone control and EQ per each of PROGRAM and RECORD outputs, mono volume/tone control and EQ/delay on SPEECH output, integrated power amplifier, QM auto-compensation with self-peaking

24-bit, 48 kHz

-80dB to +20dB, 0.1dB steps

-80dB to 0dB, 0.1dB steps

-100dB (electronic), -120dB (relay) ±10dB, 0.1dB steps 0 to 100% (40dB range) plus mute 0 to 100% 0 to 100 ms 0 to 5000 ms

-80dB (mute) to 0dB, 0.1dB steps Selectable hard or soft knee

-80dB to +20dB, 0.1dB steps

0.1 to 300 ms 1 to 500 ms 1:1 (no compression) to

10:1 (maximum compression)

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MPS-250 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Audio (continued) Limiter Curve Limiter Threshold Level Limiter Attack Time Limiter Release Time Microphone EQ Filter Gain Mic EQ Filter Center

Frequencies Bass Gain Range Treble Gain Range Output Equalization PEQ Filter Gain PEQ Filter Bandwidth PEQ Filter Center Frequency PEQ Filter Types

GEQ Filter Gain GEQ Filter Center

Frequencies Speech Output Delay Frequency Response

PROG/REC OUT SPEECH OUT SPEAKER (8 ohms) SPEAKER (70V or 100V) S/N Ratio

PROG/REC OUT

SPEECH OUT

SPEAKER (8 ohms)

SPEAKER (70V or 100V)

THD+N

PROG/REC OUT SPEECH OUT SPEAKER (8 ohms) SPEAKER (70V or 100V)

Stereo Separation

PROG/REC OUT SPEAKER (8 ohms) Channel Crosstalk

Selectable hard or soft knee 0dB to 20dB, 0.1dB steps

0.1 to 300 ms 1 to 500 ms ±12dB, 0.1dB steps 160, 500, 1.2k, 3k Hz

±12dB @ 100Hz, 0.5dB steps ±12dB @ 10kHz, 0.5dB steps 10-band graphic + 2-band parametric ±12dB, 0.1 dB steps

0.1 to 3.0 octaves, 0.1 octave steps 25Hz to 20kHz, 0.5Hz steps Low Pass, High Pass, Peaking Eq, Notch,

Treble Shelf, Bass Shelf ±12dB, 0.1dB steps 31, 63, 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k, 16k Hz

0 to 40 ms, 1 ms steps

20Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB 50Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB 100Hz to 20kHz ±1.5dB

95dB (@ 10dBV, 20Hz to 20kHz A-weighted)

95dB (@ 10dBV, 50Hz to 20kHz A-weighted)

90dB (full output, 20Hz to 20kHz A-weighted)

0.02% (@ 10dBV, 20Hz to 20kHz)

0.02% (@ 10dBV, 50Hz to 20kHz)

0.7% (full output, 20Hz to 20kHz)

0.7% (full output, 100Hz to 20kHz A-weighted)

-80dB (@ 10dBV, 20Hz to 20kHz)

-60dB (full output, 20Hz to 20kHz)

-80dB (AUD IN @ 10dBV, 20Hz to 20kHz)

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MPS-250 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

LCD Display

Power Requirements Main Power Available Cresnet® Power Environmental Temperature Humidity Heat Dissipation Enclosure Chassis

Faceplate

Mounting

Dimensions Height Width

Depth Weight: MPS-250 MPS-250-70V MPS-250-100V Available Models: MPS-250

MPS-250-70V

MPS-250-100V

Green LCD alphanumeric, adjustable backlight. Two lines x 20 characters per line. Displays input/outputs by name, volume level bargraph, setup menus, time/date, and other system information

2.5 Amps @ 100-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz 30 Watts

41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C) 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) 290 BTU/Hr

Steel, black matte powder coat finish, convection-cooled, vented top and sides

Extruded aluminum, black matte powder coat finish with polycarbonate label overlay

Freestanding or 2U 19-inch rack-mountable (adhesive feet and rack ears included)

3.47 in (8.81 cm) without feet

17.03 in (43.24 cm);

19.00 in (48.26 cm) with ears

12.58 in (31.95 cm)

10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)

11.9 lbs (5.4 kg)

Multimedia Presentation System 250 w/Stereo Amplifier

Multimedia Presentation System 250 with 70 Volt Amplifier

Multimedia Presentation System 250 with 100 Volt Amplifier

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MPS-250 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

MPS-250 Physical View (Front)

Available Accessories: APAD C2N-DB12 C2N-FTB C2N-MNETGW CLS-C6(M) CLW-DIM1RF and

CLW-SW1RF CNSP-XX CNX-B12 CNXRMIRD IRP2 QM-AMP3X80MM QM-AMP3X80SR

Wall Mount LCD Controller 12-Button Decorator Keypad FlipTop Control Center infiNET™ Gateway iLux™ Integrated Lighting System infiNET Dimmer and Switch

Custom Serial Interface Cable 12-Button Designer Keypad IR Receiver IR Probe 3-Channel Multimedia Amplifier 3-Channel Sound Reinforcement Amplifier

Physical Description

This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your MPS-250.

MPS-250 Physical View (Rear)

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MPS-250 Overall Dimensions

12.58 in

(31.95 cm)

11.85 in

(30.08 cm)

17.03 in

(43.24 cm)

3.47 in

(8.81 cm)

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MPS-250 Buttons and Ports

14 161719

1 2 3 4 5

18 21

22 2725 28

6 7 8 9

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators

CONNECTORS

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

1 NET LED (1) yellow LED, indicates Cresnet bus activity. 2 MSG LED

3 & 4 RESET BUTTONS

COMPUTER

Pin 4 Pin 3

Pin 1 Pin 2

PROGRAM OUT (L/R) (1) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block;

AUDIO INPUTS 1-5

DESCRIPTION

(1) yellow LED, illuminates when a message is present in the message log. To view the contents of the message log, use the front panel buttons or Crestron Toolbox™.

HW-R – Initiates system hardware reset. SW-R – Pressing this in combination with the HW-R button performs a system restart without

loading the program. Pressing it alone momentarily while the system is running restarts the program.

(1) USB Type B female; USB 1.1 computer console port (cable included)

PIN DESCRIPTION

1 +5 VDC 2 Data 3 Data + 4 Ground

Balanced/unbalanced stereo line-level output Output Impedance: 200 ohms balanced,

100 ohms unbalanced Maximum Output Level: 4 V

2 V

unbalanced

rms

balanced,

rms

(5) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks Balanced/unbalanced stereo line-level input s Input Impedance: 24k ohms

balanced/unbalanced Balanced Input Level: -20 to +12 dBV;

4 V

maximum

rms

Unbalanced Input Level: -20 to +6 dBV; 2 V

maximum

rms

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Connectors, Controls, & Indicators (Continued)

# CONNECTORS1,

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

MC/LN 1 – 2

VIDEO INPUTS 1 - 2

RGBHV INPUTS 3 - 5

SYSTEM POWER

PROJECTOR POWER (1) pushbutton and green LED, controls

DESCRIPTION

(2) 5-pin 3.5mm detachable terminal blocks Comprises (2) Balanced microphone/line

inputs Balanced Mic Input Level: -52 to -12 dBV,

240 mV Balanced Line Input Level: -28 to +11 dBV;

3.7 V Unbalanced Line Input Level: -34 to +5 dBV;

1.85 V Mic Input Impedance: 3.9k ohms, accepts 60

to 600 ohm source Line Input Impedance: 19k ohms (balanced),

9.5k ohms (unbalanced) Phantom Power: 10 mA (total) @ 48 Volts

DC, software enabled to both mic inputs (2) sets of (3) BNC female video inputs, each

set configurable as:

Input Level: 1 V Input Impedance: 75 ohms nominal; DC Offset: Insensitive to DC offset

(AC coupled); Video signal sensing on COMP/Pb or Y/Y

(3) DB15HD female, RGBHV (VGA) inputs; Format: RGBHV or RGBS; RGB Input Level: 1 V RGB Input Impedance: 75 ohms nominal; Sync Input Level: 2 to 5 V Sync Input Impedance: 75, 500, or 1k ohms

individually selectable for H and V via bottom panel DIP switch;

Video signal sensing on “H-SYNC”; Defeatable DDC pull-up resistors (1) pushbutton and green LED, controls

system power

display device power

maximum

rms

maximum

rms

maximum

rms

• Component/HDTV (YP

input, or

• S-video (Y/C) input, or

• Composite input

nominal;

p-p

nominal;

p-p

;

p-p

bPr

) video

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# CONNECTORS1,

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

REC OUT

SPEECH OUT

LCD DISPLAY AND

SOFT BUTTONS

SPEAKER OUTPUTS

NAVIGATION

BUTTONS

DESCRIPTION

(1) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; Balanced/unbalanced, stereo line-level

output; Output Impedance: 200 ohms balanced,

100 ohms unbalanced; Maximum Output Level: 4 V

2 V

unbalanced

rms

NOTE: Does not include relay mute.

(1) 3-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; Balanced/unbalanced mono line-level output; Output Impedance: 200 ohms balanced,

100 ohms unbalanced; Maximum Output Level: 4 V

2 V

unbalanced

rms

Green LCD alphanumeric, adjustable backlight; 2 lines x 20 characters per line; Displays input/outputs by name, volume level bargraph, setup menus, time/date, and other system information

(4) pushbuttons for activation of LCD driven functions and passcode entry

(1 or 2) 2-pin 5mm detachable terminal blocks; Speaker-level audio outputs (MPS-250);

(1) 2-pin 5mm detachable terminal blocks; Speaker-level audio outputs (MPS-250-70V and MPS-250-100V)

Wire Size: Connector accepts 12 AWG maximum

Output Power (MPS-250): 20W RMS per channel stereo into 8 ohms, 4 ohms tolerant;

Output Power (MPS-250-70V): 40W RMS mono at 70 Volts;

Output Power (MPS-250-100V): 40W RMS mono at 100 Volts

(4) Pushbuttons for navigating the configuration menus of the MPS-250

rms

balanced,

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20 RGB DIP SWITCHES

IR/SERIAL OUT

IR IN

VOLUME CONTROL (1) Continuous turn rotary encoder, adjusts

INPUT

RELAY

FUNCTION BUTTONS (5) pushbuttons and red LEDs, programmable

INPUT BUTTONS

DESCRIPTION

(4) 2-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks, IR/Serial output ports; IR output up to

1.2 MHz; One-way serial TTL/RS-232 (0-5 Volts)2 up to 9600 baud

(1) 3-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; For connection of the CNXRMIRD IR Receiver (sold separately); Allows IR wireless control from Crestron or third-party remotes using RC-5 IR commands.

menu parameters, defaults to program audio volume

(3) Banks of DIP switches (one per RGB input) for configuring the horizontal and vertical sync impedances of each RGB input. Each bank of DIP switches can also be configured to simulate the presence of a monitor to RGB outputs that require a monitor to be connected. For more information, refer to “Configure the RGB Input Ports” on page

28. (1) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block;

Comprises (4) digital/contact closure inputs; Rated for 0-24 Volts DC, referenced to GND; Input Impedance: 2.2k ohms pulled up to

5 Volts DC; Logic Threshold: 2.5 Volts DC nominal with

1 Volt hysteresis band (1) 8-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; Comprises (4) normally open, isolated relays; Rated 1 Amp, 30 Volts AC/DC; MOV arc suppression across contacts

for any control system function. When using the out-of-the-box functionality, the buttons control the projector screen and lighting (if connected).

(6) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select input to be routed.

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TOUCH PANEL OUT

QM INPUT 6

DESCRIPTION

Contains one CH port and one QM port.

CH Port:

8-wire RJ-45 female; CAT5 balanced video output port;

Signal Types: Dynamically configurable for component (Y/Pb/Pr), S-video (Y/C), or composite video;

Video/HDTV Formats: NTSC or PAL, HDTV up to 1080i;

Output Impedance: 100 ohms balanced; Connects to CH CAT5 balanced video input

port of a compatible touchpanel or other device via CresCAT™ cable.

QM Port:

8-wire RJ-45 female; QuickMedia output port; Signal Types: Dynamically configurable for

RGBHV, component (YPbPr), S-video (Y/C), or composite video with stereo program and 2-channels microphone audio;

RGB Format: RGBHV or RGBS; RGB Output Resolution, Non-interlaced:

1920 x 1200 maximum (60 Hz limit at 1600 x 1200 or higher);

Video/HDTV Formats: NTSC or PAL, HDTV up to 1080i/1080p;

Connects to QM input port of a compatible touchpanel or other QuickMedia device via CresCAT-QM or CresCAT-IM cable.

(1) 8-wire RJ-45 female, QuickMedia input port;

Signal Types: Dynamically configurable for RGBHV, component (YPbPr), S-video (Y/C), or composite video with stereo program and 2-channels microphone audio;

RGB Format: RGBHV or RGBS; RGB Input Resolution, Non-interlaced:

1920 x 1200 maximum (60 Hz limit at 1600 x 1200 or higher);

Video/HDTV Formats: NTSC or PAL, HDTV up to 1080i/1080p;

Delay Skew Compensation: 0 to 22 ns; Connect to QM output port of any QuickMedia

devices via CRESCAT-QM or CRESCAT-IM cable4;

Maximum Cable Length: 450 ft (aggregate distance from QM origination)

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COM A & B

LAN

DESCRIPTION

(2) DB9 male, bidirectional RS-232 ports; Up to 115.2k baud, hardware and software

handshaking support for communication with serial devices. Can also be used for modem communications. The following table lists the pin assignments of the serial ports.

PIN DIRECTION DESCRIPTION

1 To

MPS-250

2 To

MPS-250

3 From

MPS-250

4 From

MPS-250 5 Common (GND) Ground 6 To

MPS-250 7 From

MPS-250 8 To

MPS-250 9 To

MPS-250

(1) 8-wire RJ-45 with two LED indicators; 10/100BaseT Ethernet port; Green LED indicates link status; Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity

(DCD) Data Carrier Detect

(RXD) Receive Data

(TXD) Transmit Data

(DTR) Data Terminal Ready

(DSR) Data Set Ready

(RTS) Request To Send

(CTS) Clear To Send

(RI) Ring Indicator

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OUTPUT 1-4

OUTPUT SELECTION (5) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select output

DESCRIPTION

Contains composite, S-video (Y/C), component (Y, Pb, Pr) and RGBHV outputs on six BNC connectors and one DB15HD connector.

Composite/Pb Output 1:

(1) BNC female, composite video output, or Pb of secondary component/HDTV video output;

Output Level: 1.0 to 1.1 V 1 V

input)

p-p

Output Impedance: 75 ohms nominal

Y/Y, C/Pr OUTPUT 2:

(2) BNC female, S-video (Y/C) video output, or Y and Pr of secondary component/HDTV video output;

Output Level: 1.0 to 1.1 V 1 V

input);

p-p

Output Impedance: 75 ohms nominal

COMP/Pb, Y/Y, C/Pr OUTPUT 3:

(3) BNC female, configurable as: (1) Component/HDTV (YPbPr) video output, or (1) S-video (Y/C) output, or (1) Composite output;

Output Level: 1.0 to 1.1 V 1 V

input);

p-p

Output Impedance: 75 ohms nominal

RGBHV OUTPUT 4:

(1) DB15HD female, RGBHV (VGA) output; Format: RGBHV, RGBS, or YPbPr; RGB Output Level: 0.7 to 0.75 V

(terminated, with 0.7 V RGB Output Impedance: 75 ohms nominal; Sync Output Level: 4 to 5 V Sync Output Impedance: 55 ohms; Sync Polarity: Follows input

destination

(terminated, with

p-p

(terminated, with

p-p

(terminated, with

p-p

;

input, unity gain);

p-p

NET

(4) 4-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks; Cresnet Master ports, paralleled; Available Cresnet Power: 30 Watts 24: Power (24 Volts DC)

Y: Data Z: Data G: Ground

32 GROUND (1) 6-32 screw, chassis ground lug

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INDICATORS

100 – 240V ~2.5A

50/60 Hz

(POWER SUPPLY)

1. Interface connectors for NET, INFRARED-SERIAL, IR IN, INPUT, RELAY OUTPUT, and

AUDIO ports are provided with the unit.

2. Transmission levels on the infrared – serial output connectors are in the 0 to +5 VDC range, which

may not be compatible with all RS-232 devices.

3. This eight-pin RJ-45 port provides connectivity to a touchpanel with a CH input port or a Crestron

device with a CAT5 video input. This port provides component, composite or S-video balanced output over CAT5 wiring. Refer to the following table for connector pinouts.

RJ-45 PIN NUMBER

1 WHITE/ORANGE + Composite + Luminance + Y 2 ORANGE - Composite - Luminance - Y 3 WHITE/GREEN N/A + Chrominance + P 4 BLUE N/A N/A + P 5 WHITE/BLUE N/A N/A - P 6 GREEN N/A - Chrominance - P 7 WHITE/BROWN N/A N/A N/A 8 BROWN N/A N/A N/A

4. The eight-pin RJ-45 QuickMedia transport port accepts CAT5E/CAT6 carrying RGB, audio, video

and microphone signals. The QM port conforms to the 568B wiring standard. Refer to the following table for connector pinouts.

RJ-45 PIN

NUMBER

1 WHITE/ORANGE - RGB Red - CHROMINANCE (- Pr) 2 ORANGE + RGB Red + CHROMINANCE (+ Pr) 3 WHITE/GREEN - RGB Green - LUMINANCE (- Y) 4 BLUE + Digital Audio + AUDIO 5 WHITE/BLUE - Digital Audio - AUDIO 6 GREEN + RGB Green + LUMINANCE (+ Y) 7 WHITE/BROWN - RGB Blue - COMPOSITE (- Pb) 8 BROWN + RGB Blue + COMPOSITE (+ Pb)

WIRE COLORS (568B) COMPOSITE S-VIDEO COMPONENT

WIRE COLORS

(EIA 568B)

(1) IEC Socket, mates with removable power cord (included).

ASSIGNMENT

RGB

QM ASSIGNMENT

COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO,

COMPONENT AND AUDIO

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Industry Compliance

This unit has been manufactured to comply with UL’s Standards for Safety in Canada and the United States. Formal approval is pending.

As of the date of manufacture, the MPS-250 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.

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.

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 the separation between the equipment and 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 technician for help.

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Setup

Network Wiring

When wiring the Cresnet® and Ethernet network, consider the following:

• Use Crestron Certified Wire.

• 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

For networks with 20 or more devices, use a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality.

For more details, refer to “Check Network Wiring” on page 85.

The MPS-250 can also use high-speed Ethernet for communications between the control system and a device, 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

Reference Guide (Doc. 6052).

CAT5 Wiring

Category 5 (CAT5) wiring is a twisted pair cable designed for Ethernet networks. These networks operate at speeds of up to 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) using the 100BaseT standard. Crestron takes advantage of this specification for a variety of video applications.

Crestron recommends using CresCAT, CresCAT-D or CresCAT-Q wiring solutions.

The following chart shows the maximum recommended cable lengths for various signal formats.

Recommended Maximum Cable Lengths for Video via Crestron Certified Wire

FORMAT MAXIMUM DISTANCE

Composite 500 feet

S-video 500 feet

Component 500 feet

For more information, refer to the latest version of the Crestron CAT5 Wiring Reference Guide (Doc. 6137).

QuickMedia Wiring

The Crestron QuickMedia cable (sold under the name “CresCAT-QM”) contains one CAT5E cable and one Cresnet cable in Siamese jackets. Installation of any QM device is as simple as installing CresCAT-QM wires from the output of one device to the input of another. Installations are flexible, affordable and fast. For more information, refer to the latest revision of the Crestron MediaManager Applications Guide (Doc. 6244).

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NOTE: Do not untwist the two wires in a single pair for more than 1/3-1/2” (0.84-1.27 cm) when making a connection. The twists are critical to canceling out interference between the wires.

The aggregate cable length of a signal path originating at the MPS-250 and terminating at a QM receiver must not exceed 450 feet (137 meters). Video signals may experience a loss of quality over very long lengths of cable. This phenomenon is due to the added resistance and capacitance of longer cable lengths and is not peculiar to either Crestron and/or QuickMedia systems. To ensure sufficient bandwidth, the maximum aggregate cable length should not exceed 450 feet. The use of lower-resolution signals may allow increased cable length but must be tested by the installer with the sources to be used. The QM pin assignment is based on the EIA/TIA 568B RJ-45 Jack standard.

NOTE: When transmitting S-video, luminance uses the green video pathway and chrominance uses the red video pathway. When transmitting composite video, the signal is carried on the blue video pathway.

NOTE: When using CresCAT-QM wiring, four additional wires are included for making Cresnet connections.

When connecting multiple QM devices, the route between a QM origination point (transmitter) and a QM endpoint (receiver) cannot have more than two midpoints (e.g. QM-MD7x2 or other QM switchers). Refer to the following diagram when configuring a QM network.

NOTE: Use CresCAT-QM to make QM connections. The cumulative skew over the entire length must be less than 22 ns.

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QM Network Topology

Origination Poi nts

Midpo ints

ndpoints

Ventilation

Rack Mounting

250

MPS-250

MPS-250QM-MD7x2

TPS-12G/15G-QM-L

Installation

The MPS-250 should be used in a well-ventilated area. The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circumstances.

To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. Consider using forced air ventilation and/or incrementing the spacing between units to reduce overheating. Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly since the operating ambient temperature of the environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Contact with thermal insulating materials should be avoided on all sides of the unit.

The MPS-250 can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the MPS-250 so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit. The only tool required is a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the

bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before

mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

NOTE: If rack mounting is not required, rubber feet are provided for tabletop mounting or stacking. Apply the feet near the corner edges on the underside of the unit. For additional information, refer to “Stacking” on page 25.

NOTE: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

To install the ears:

1. There are screws that secure each side of the MPS-250 top cover. Using a

#2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws closest to the front panel from one side of the unit. Refer to the diagram following step 3 for a detailed view.

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2. Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated

by the screws in step 1.

3. Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1, as shown in the

following diagram.

Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting (this image shows a 1RU device)

Stacking

4. Repeat procedure (steps 1 through 3) to attach the remaining ear to the

opposite side.

NOTE: The sync input impedance and DDC feature should be set prior to placing the MPS-250 in an equipment rack. For more information, refer to “Configure the RGB Input Ports” on page 28.

Four “feet” are provided with the MPS-250 so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked.

NOTE: No more than two MPS-250 units should be stacked.

Hardware Hookup

Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustrations that follow this paragraph. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 22 before attaching applying power. Apply power after all connections have been made.

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Crestron electronic MPS-250 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Multimedia Presentation System 250: MPS-250

Introduction Introduction

Features and Functions

Applications

Internal Block Diagram

Specifications

Physical Description

Industry Compliance

Setup

Network Wiring

CAT5 Wiring

QuickMedia Wiring

Installation

Hardware Hookup