Crestron MPS-250 Multimedia Presentation System 250 TCP/IP Ethernet Communication
ETHERNET
PC RUNNING
CRESTRON
TOOLBOX MPS-250
• Establish USB communication between MPS-250 and PC.
• Enter the IP address, IP mask and default router of the MPS-250 via the
Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise enable
DHCP.
• Confirm Ethernet connections between MPS-250 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 Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
MPS-250 with the MPS-250’s TCP/IP communication parameters.
• Display the “System Info” window (click the icon) and select the
MPS-250 entry.
Programs and Firmware Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from
Crestron to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as
new features are developed after product releases. One has the option to upload
programs via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron
Toolbox. For details on uploading and upgrading, refer to the SIMPL Windows help
file or the Crestron Toolbox help file.
Program If a SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system
using SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox. If an updated out-of-the-box-
functionality program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system using
Crestron Toolbox.
Firmware Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required
to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)
Upgrade MPS-250 firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
• Establish communication with the MPS-250 and display the “System Info”
window.
• Select Functions | Firmware… to upgrade the MPS-250 firmware.
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