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• The CGDMX-512BI can be used with Class 2 output wiring Prevent foreign objects from entering the device. All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Supplied Hardware ...................... 6 Hardware Hookup ....................... 6 Programming Software ......................7 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ........... 7 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder ..............7 Programming with D3 Pro ................... 7 Programming with SIMPL Windows ................8 Example Program ......................8 Uploading ..........................
Crestron control system and lighting product using the DMX512 protocol. Only one serial RS-232/422 port on the Crestron control system is required to communicate with the DMX512 interface. The DMX512 interface has two separate DMX Ports, one DMX Out to send data to the DMX lighting products and one DMX In to receive and/or control data from a DMX512 Lighting console or other lighting control units.
7,87 in (20 cm) Weight 1,06 lbs (0,480 kg) 1. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. 2. 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.
Crestron CGDMX-512BI DMX512 Controller Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the CGDMX-512BI has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the...
DMX512 Controller Crestron CGDMX-512BI Setup Supplied Hardware The hardware supplied with the CGDMX-512BI is listed in the following table. Supplied Hardware for the CGDMX-512BI DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QUANTITY Serial Cable Power Cable Hardware Hookup • Connect the serial cable with the used serial port on the Crestron processor.
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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). The CGDMX-512BI module should be placed in the user database specified in the SIMPL Windows software.
Programs Program files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers. One has the option to upload programs via the programming software. For details on uploading, refer to the SIMPL Windows help file.
DMX512 Controller Crestron CGDMX-512BI Operation The CGDMX-512BI uses three rotary switches to set up the device. Rotary switch S1 is used to set the baud rate, S2 sets the DMX512 speed and S3 the interface mode. S1 Values S2 Values The DMX512 data are processed by the CGDMX-512BI interface with an optimal and standard-compliant DMX512 timing.
Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at +32-15-509920. 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.
This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by an authorized officer of Crestron. Updates may be licensed to You by Crestron with additional or different terms. This is the entire agreement between Crestron and You relating to the Software and it supersedes any prior representations, discussions, undertakings, communications or advertising relating to the Software.
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“applets” incorporated into the Software), the accompanying media and printed materials and any copies of the Software are owned by Crestron or its suppliers. The Software is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Therefore, you must treat the Software like any other copyrighted material, subject to the provisions of this Agreement.
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.
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Crestron International, Inc. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 0003 Oude Keerbergsebaan 2 B-2820 Rijmenam - Belgium Tel: 0032/(0)15 50 99 34 Fax: 0032/(0)15 50 99 40 Specifications subject to www.crestron.eu change without notice.
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