Camera Interface, Digital Servo Pan Tilt Head
Crestron
C2N-CAMIDSPT
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Camera Interface, Digital Servo Pan Tilt Head: C2N-CAMIDSPT
Operations Guide - DOC. 6262A
Uploading and Upgrading
NOTE:
Crestron recommends that you use the latest software and that each device
contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.
Please check the Crestron website (
http://www.crestron.com/updates
versions of software and firmware. New users are required to register to obtain
access to this site.
Assuming a PC is properly connected to the entire system, Crestron programming
software allows the programmer to upload programs and projects after their
development to the system and network devices. However, there are times when the
files for the program and projects are compiled and not uploaded. Instead, compiled
files may be distributed from programmers to installers, from Crestron to dealers,
etc. Even firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new features
are developed after product releases. In those instances, one has the option to upload
via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Viewport.
NOTE:
The Crestron Viewport is available as a pull-down command (
Tools |
Viewport
) from SIMPL Windows and Crestron VisionTools
®
Pro-e (VT Pro-e) or
as a standalone utility. The Viewport utility accomplishes multiple system tasks,
primarily via an RS-232 or TCP/IP connection between the control system and a PC.
It is used to observe system processes, upload new operating systems and firmware,
change system and network parameters, and communicate with network device
consoles and touchpanels, among many other tasks. Viewport can also function as a
terminal emulator for generic file transfer. All of these functions are accessed
through the commands and options in the Viewport menus. Therefore, for its
effectiveness as a support and diagnostic tool, the Crestron Viewport may be
preferred over development tools when uploading programs and projects.
The following sections define how one would upload a SIMPL Windows program or
upgrade the firmware of the CAMIDSPT. However, before attempting to upload or
upgrade, it is necessary to establish communications.
Communication Settings
NOTE:
For laptops and other PCs without a built-in RS-232 port, Crestron
recommends the use of PCMCIA cards, rather than USB-to-serial adapters. If a
USB-to-serial adapter must be used, Crestron recommends the following devices:
Belkin (large model) F5U103
I/O Gear GUC232A (discontinued)
Keyspan USA-19QW (discontinued)
Results may vary, depending on the computer being used. Other models, even from
the same manufacturer, may not yield the same results.
The procedure in this section provides details for RS-232 communication between
the PC and the control system. If TCP/IP communication is preferred, consult the
latest version of the Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc. 6052) or the
respective Operations Guide for the control system. These documents are available
from the Crestron website. Refer to the following figure for a typical connection
diagram when uploading files.
