Crestron electronic ST-BTP User Manual

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Crestron ST-BTP Rechargeable Power Pack

Contents

High Performance Rechargeable Power Pack: ST-BTP 1

Description.................................................................................................................................2

Handling ....................................................................................................................................2

Storage.......................................................................................................................................3

Installation .................................................................................................................................3

Removal..................................................................................................................................... 5

Fully Discharging the ST-BTP .................................................................................................. 5

Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................................ 6

Future Updates........................................................................................................................... 6

Return and Warranty Policies....................................................................................................7

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ........................................................................7

CRESTRON Limited Warranty...................................................................................7

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Description

The Crestron high performance rechargeable power pack, herein referred
to as the ST-BTP, is designed to supply power to certain Crestron
wireless touchpanel models. Installation of the ST-BTP offers the
touchpanel user the freedom to roam without being confined to a
stationary power source (i.e., external power pack or docking station).

The table below provides a summary of leading specifications for the
ST-BTP. Weight is rounded to the nearest hundredth unit.

Leading Specifications for the ST-BTP

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Operating Output Voltage
Composition
Estimated Length of Charge
Cycle (new unit with full charge)
Estimated Life

Optimal Operating, Storage, &
Charge/Discharge Temperature
Weight 0.79 lb (0.36 kg)

4.8 VDC, nominal
Nickel-Cadmium (NiCad) Cells
Up to 3 hours of continual use (depends
on touchpanel configuration settings)
Up to 300 to 1000 charge/discharge cycles
or three to five years of standby power

roximately 68o to 86oF (20o to 30oC

As of the date of manufacture, the ST-BTP has been tested and found to
comply with specifications for CE marking.

NOTE: Due to memory effect of NiCad cells, Crestron recommends that
the ST-BTP be fully discharged for every 25 charge/discharge cycles.
The ST-BTP can be fully discharged while in the touchpanel (with
reserved join number 1036). Refer to "Fully Discharging the ST-BTP" on
page 5 for details.

Handling

WARNING: The rechargeable power pack contains toxic material
(cadmium), therefore do not incinerate or mutilate. In the event that the
battery electrolyte gets on skin or in eyes immediately flush with pure
water and consult a doctor.

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NOTE: The ST-BTP contains a NiCad battery. When the unit can no
longer retain a charge, it must be recycled or disposed of properly. Refer
to the recycle label on the unit for disposal information.

To prevent short-circuiting, use care when handling the ST-BTP. NiCad
cells have extremely low internal resistance and discharge at high current
levels when shorted. As a result, the high temperatures can damage the
rechargeable power pack and may cause personal injury. Avoid
accidental shorting from uninsulated workbenches, tools, bracelets, rings,
and coins.

Storage

The ST-BTP can be stored in a temperate dry place (removed from the
touchpanel and docking station) indefinitely without significant
irreversible degradation in its performance. The self-discharge rate is a
function of temperature and internal resistance. High temperature storage
reduces charge retention. Best results occur if the ST-BTP is stored at an

average temperature of 68° to 86°F (20° to 30°C). After an extended
storage, initiate a few charge/discharge cycles to restore full capacity.
Recharge the ST-BTP prior to use.

Installation

The unique design of the ST-BTP prevents it from being installed
improperly. The rechargeable power pack only fits one way into the
battery compartment of the touchpanel.

The ST-BTP can be installed into a number of Crestron wireless
touchpanel models. The ST-1550C and its related family members (i.e.,
STX-1550C & STX-1550CW) are the most common models. These
models have a similar overall shape and battery compartment location.
Therefore, the illustration on the next page shows the ST-BTP properly
seated in the ST-1550C, as an example. Complete the following steps to
install.

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ST-BTP Installed into a Touchpanel (ST-1550C)

NOTE: The actual installation procedures for Crestron wireless
touchpanels other than the ST-1550C and its related family members are
provided in the Operations Guide of the touchpanel.

NOTE: This rechargeable power pack is shipped in a discharge
condition. Charge the ST-BTP in a well-ventilated area away from
sparks, flames, or smoking.

NOTE: The ST-BTP is a sealed power pack. Due to its sealed
construction, it can be charged or discharged in any position.

NOTE: The ST-BTP can be slow charged while in the battery
compartment of the touchpanel as long as the external power pack is
attached and plugged into an outlet. It takes approximately 24 hours to
trickle charge a fully discharged ST-BTP. There is no danger of over
charging the rechargeable power pack, so the ST-BTP can be installed at
all times. It only takes 2 hours to charge the ST-BTP in a Crestron
docking station, ST-DS.

1. Place touchpanel screen-side down on a clean and soft surface.

2. Place the designated end of the ST-BTP into the touchpanel
battery compartment. Refer to illustration on the next page.

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3. Slowly rotate ST-BTP into compartment so that external face is
visable.

4. Verify proper installation with audible click of rechargeable
power pack into battery compartment. Touchpanel latch secures
the ST-BTP and prevents the power pack from falling out.

ST-BTP Orientation for Installation

TOUCHPANEL

LATCH FITS

INTO THIS

CUT OUT

INSERT THIS END

OF ST-BTP INTO

TOUCHPANEL FIRST

Removal

Complete the following steps to remove the ST-BTP from a SmarTouch
STS touchpanel.

1. Place touchpanel screen-side down on a clean and soft surface.

2. Lift latch up, one edge of ST-BTP pops out of touchpanel
battery compartment.

3. Rotate ST-BTP and remove.

Fully Discharging the ST-BTP

Due to the memory effect of NiCad cells, Crestron recommends that the
ST-BTP be fully discharged for every 25 charge/discharge cycles. The
ST-BTP can be fully discharged while in the touchpanel. A button to
fully discharge the touchpanel should be available within a designated
screen design. This button has a special software identity (reserve join
number, 1036) and can be recreated and programmed onto any page in
the project. Consult your area dealer if this feature cannot be located.

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Further Inquiries

If after reviewing this Operations Guide for the ST-BTP, you cannot
locate specific information or have questions, please take advantage of
Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling:

• In the US and Canada, call Crestron’s corporate headquarters at
1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876] or 1-201-767-3400.

• In Europe, call Crestron International at [phone].

• In Asia, call Crestron Asia at [phone].

• In Latin America, call Crestron Latin America at [phone].

• In Australia, call Crestron Pacific at [phone].

For local support from exclusive Crestron factory-trained personnel in
New Zealand call Amber Technologies at [phone].

Future Updates

As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the
capabilities of the ST-BTP, 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.

The Downloads page of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com
the reader to the location and description of each update. Check the site
periodically for update availability and its subjective value.

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Return and Warranty Policies

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service

1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange, or service without prior authorization

from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact the factory
and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying
the nature of the problem, name and phone number of contact person, RMA number, and
return address.

2. Products may be returned for credit, exchange, or service with a CRESTRON Return

Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Authorized returns must be shipped freight
prepaid to CRESTRON, Cresskill, N.J., or its authorized subsidiaries, with RMA number
clearly marked on the outside of all cartons. Shipments arriving freight collect or without an
RMA number shall be subject to refusal. CRESTRON reserves the right in its sole and
absolute discretion to charge a 15% restocking fee, plus shipping costs, on any products
returned with an RMA.

3. Return freight charges following repair of items under warranty shall be paid by CRESTRON,

shipping by standard ground carrier. In the event repairs are found to be non-warranty, return
freight costs shall be paid by the purchaser.

CRESTRON Limited Warranty

CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, Inc. warrants its products to be free from manufacturing defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of three (3) years from the date of
purchase from CRESTRON, with the following exceptions: disk drives and any other moving or
rotating mechanical parts, pan/tilt heads and power supplies are covered for a period of one (1)
year; touchscreen display and overlay components are covered for 90 days; batteries and
incandescent lamps are not covered.

This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON or an authorized
CRESTRON dealer. Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the
dealer's warranty, if any.

CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty if the product has been used in
any application other than that for which it was intended, or if it has been subjected to misuse,
accidental damage, modification, or improper installation procedures. Furthermore, this warranty
does not cover any product that has had the serial number altered, defaced, or removed.

This warranty shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to the original purchaser. In no event shall
CRESTRON be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind (property or economic
damages inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. CRESTRON is not liable for
any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser for a third party.

CRESTRON shall, at its option, repair or replace any product found defective, without charge for
parts or labor. Repaired or replaced equipment and parts supplied under this warranty shall be
covered only by the unexpired portion of the warranty.

Except as expressly set forth in this warranty, CRESTRON makes no other warranties, expressed
or implied, nor authorizes any other party to offer any other party to offer any warranty, including
any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied
warranties that may be imposed by law are limited to the terms of this limited warranty. This
warranty statement supercedes all previous warranties.

Trademark Information

All brand names, product names, and trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners. Windows is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows95/98/Me/XP and WindowsNT/2000 are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation

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