Sierra Video 908012 User Manual

SIERRA VIDEO SYSTEMS

Crestron E-Server 908012

User’s Manual

UM908012-01

CRESTRON E-SERVER

User’s Manual

 Sierra Video Systems

P.O. Box 2462 Grass Valley, CA 95945

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Version 3.0

Publication Date: February 2012

The information contained in this manual is subject to change by Sierra Video System

Table of
Contents

Introduction 1

Before You Begin 1
Warnings & Safety Regulations 2

Warnings 2
Cautions 2

Cautions (continued) 3
EMC Regulatory Notices 3
Delivery Damage Inspection 3
Factors Affecting Quality of Results 4

Crestron E-Server Overview 5

Introduction 5

Crestron E-Server 6

Installation 7

System Requirements 7
Mounting 7

Dimensions 7
Connecting to a PC 8

Setup 8

Operation 13

Introduction 13

Standard Control Panel 15

Switching 16

Status 17

Lock 17
Breakaway Control Panel 18

Switching 18

Lock 18

Breakaway Switching 19

Status 19

Programmable Control Panel 20

Panel options 21

Programming Buttons 22

Status 22

Lock 23

Warranty 25

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Introduction

Before You Begin

There are several terms and acronyms that you should become familiar with before
reading this manual. They are shown below.

Term/Acronym Definition

Crosspoint The electronic switch that assigns one of the inputs

on the matrix crosspoint modules to an output.

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Destination The output of a routing switcher connected to a

device that receives signals from the output of the
switcher.

Input Connected to the source that provides the signal to

the switcher.

Matrix The crosspoint array of the switcher module that

selects which input is selected to an output.
Output Connects the signal to the destination device.
Protocol The command structure used on a serial bus to

affect a switch or multiple switches on the routing

switcher.
Routing Switcher Consists of one or more crosspoint modules that

switch together, or sometimes independently, to

connect the desired signals through the switcher.
Source The signal that is connected to the input of the

routing switcher.
Serial Port The 9-pin RS232 connector that allow you to

control the switcher using a standard personal

computer or other external device. Sends control

protocol commands in ASCII.

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Warnings & Safety Regulations

The information in the following section provides important warnings and safety
guidelines for both the operator and service personnel. Specific warnings and cautions
may be found throughout this manual. Please read and follow the important safety
precautions noting especially those instructions relating to risk of fire, electrical shock and
injury to persons.

Any instructions in this manual that require opening the equipment cover or enclosure are
intended for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not perform any servicing other than what is contained in the operating
instructions unless you are qualified.

Warnings

 Heed all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
 Disconnect AC power before installing any options.
 Do not use this product in or near water.
 This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power

cord. To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired
receptacle before connecting inputs and outputs.

Cautions

 Route power cords and other cables so that they are not likely to be

damaged, or create a hazard.

 Dangerous voltages exist at several points in this product. To avoid personal

injury, do not touch unsafe connections and com ponents when the power is
on.

 To avoid fire hazard, use only the specified type, correct voltage, and

current rating of fuse. Always refer fuse replacement to qualified service
personnel.

 Have qualified personnel perform safety checks after any completed service
 This is an FCC class A product. In a domestic environment, this product

may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take
necessary measures.

 Use the proper AC voltage to supply power to the switcher. When installing

equipment, do not attach the power cord to building surfaces.

 To prevent damage to equipment when replacing fuses, locate and correct

trouble that caused the fuse to blow before applying power.

 Use only the recommended interconnect cables to connect the switcher to

other frames.

 Follow static precautions at all times when handling the equipment.

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Cautions (continued)

 Leave the side, top, and bottom of the frame clear for air convection cooling

and to allow room for cabling. Slot and openings in the frame are provided
for ventilation and should not be blocked.

 Only an authorized Sierra Video Systems technician should service the

switchers. Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit
without the expressed approval of the Sierra Video Systems will void the
warranty.

EMC Regulatory Notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 15 Information: This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC standard rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference
This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause

undesirable operations.

Delivery Damage Inspection

Carefully inspect the frame and exterior components to be sure that there has been no
shipping damage. Make sure all modules are seated correctly and have not detached
during shipment. Also, make sure the input buffer modules on the rear panel are secure.

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Factors Affecting Quality of Results

There are many factors affecting the quality of results when signals are transmitted from
a source to a destination.

Signal cables — Use only the best quality cables to avoid interference and degraded

signal quality and elevated noise levels.

Sockets and connectors of the sources and destinations — Use only the highest quality,

since "zero ohm" connection resistance is the target. Connectors should also match
the required impedance (75 ohm in video) to minimize return loss.

Amplifying circuitry — Must have quality performance when the desired end result is

high linearity, low distortion, and low noise.

Distance between sources and destinations — Plays a major role in the final result. For

long distances (over 15 meters) between sources and destinations, special measures
should be taken to avoid high frequency cable losses. These measures include using
higher quality cables and/or adding line cable equalizing amplifiers.

Interference from neighboring electrical appliances — these can have an adverse affect

on signal quality. Balanced audio lines are less prone to interference, but unbalanced
audio should be installed away from any main power lines, electric motors,
transmitters, etc. even when the cables are shielded.

CAUTION!

Only an authorized Sierra Video Systems technician can service the control panels. Any
user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of
the manufacturer will void the warranty

Use the proper AC to DC adapter to supply power to the unit.
Use only the recommended interconnect cables to connect the control panel to other

frames.

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