Crestron PAC2 Professional Automation Computer
Contents Professional Automation Computer: PAC2 1
Introduction............................................................................................................................... 1
Features and Functions................................................................................................1
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 3
Physical Description....................................................................................................5
Built-In Cresnet Hub/Repeater....................................................................................9
On-Board Memory.................................................................................................... 10
Expandable Memory (Compact Flash)......................................................................12
Industry Compliance................................................................................................. 12
Setup........................................................................................................................................13
Mounting the PAC2 in the Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN).......................13
AC Power Connection...............................................................................................14
Bussing Strip Installation.......................................................................................... 16
Network Wiring.........................................................................................................16
Hardware Hookup..................................................................................................... 17
Establishing Communication with the PAC2............................................................19
Setting Network IDs in D3 Pro..................................................................................21
Troubleshooting Communications............................................................................ 22
Compiling and Uploading a D3 Pro Program to the Control System........................23
Compiling and Uploading a SIMPL Windows Program to the PAC2...................... 25
Uploading Web pages to the PAC2...........................................................................27
Uploading Touchpanel Projects via the PAC2..........................................................27
Updating the Operating System.................................................................................28
Running Programs From Compact Flash.................................................................. 28
Other Compact-Flash-Related Functions.................................................................. 28
Advanced Console Commands..................................................................................29
Programming Software............................................................................................................31
Programming with D3 Pro.........................................................................................31
Programming with SIMPL Windows........................................................................31
Problem Solving...................................................................................................................... 37
Possible Problems with the Control System..............................................................37
Serial Communication Difficulties with Other Devices Connected to the Control
System....................................................................................................................... 39
Further Inquiries........................................................................................................40
Future Updates.......................................................................................................... 40
Software License Agreement...................................................................................................41
Return and Warranty Policies..................................................................................................43
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service...................................................................... 43
CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................43
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