Crestron electronic CEN-IDOC Uploading and Upgrading

Uploading and Upgrading

Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device

contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.

However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary to establish

communication.

Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the CEN-IDOC; refer to the Crestron

Toolbox help file for details. There are two methods of communication.

Direct Serial Communication NOTE: Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters.

Direct Serial Communication

• The COMPUTER port on the CEN-IDOC connects to the serial port on the

PC via a serial cable (Crestron STCP-502 or equivalent).

• Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the

expected serial communication protocol (RS232, auto-detect baud rate, no

parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, XON/XOFF disabled, RTS/CTS enabled).

• Display the CEN-IDOC’s “System Info” window (click the icon);

communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.

TCP/IP Communication NOTE: Required for operation with a Crestron control system.

Ethernet Communication

Replace CEN-IDOC with correct CEN-IDOC.

• Establish direct serial communication between CEN-IDOC and PC.

• Enter the IP address, IP mask, and default router of the CEN-IDOC via the

Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise enable

DHCP.

• Confirm Ethernet connections between CEN-IDOC and PC. If connecting

through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables with 8-pin RJ-45

connectors. Alternatively, Use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two

LAN ports directly, without using a hub or router.

• Use the Address Book in the Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the

CEN-IDOC with the CEN-IDOC’s TCP/IP communication parameters.

14 Interface for Apple iPod: CEN-IDOC Operations Guide – DOC. 6404A