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Wired 5.7 Inch Tabletop Touchpanel Crestron TPS-1700

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Wired 5.7 Inch Tabletop Touchpanel: TPS-1700 Operations Guide - DOC. 6117

Uploading and Upgrading

Assuming a PC is properly connected to the entire system, Crestron programming

software allows the programmer to upload programs and projects to the system and

touchpanel after their development. 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: Currently, the Crestron Viewport is only available as a pull-down command

from SIMPL Windows and VT Pro-e (Tools | Viewport). 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,

VT Pro-e project or upgrade the firmware of the TPS-1700 touchpanel. However,

before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary to establish communications.

Communication Settings

Connection to the TPS-1700 touchpanel is via a 6-pin RJ-11 connector in the base of

the unit. Therefore, uploading or upgrading must be accomplished through a control

system. 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 Downloads | Product Manuals section of the Crestron website

(www.crestron.com). Refer to the figure on the next page for a typical connection

diagram when uploading files.

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