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Crestron CP2/CP2E  
2-Series Integrated Control Processor  
2-Series Integrated Control  
Processor: CP2/CP2E  
Introduction  
Features and Functions  
Crestron’s CP2 and CP2E 2-Series Integrated Control Processors, cost-competitive  
options in Crestron's 2-Series line of integrated control systems, are designed for  
smaller home and commercial network systems. Like all Crestron control processors,  
the CP2 and CP2E units house the control system software program and provide  
connectivity for communication and control of all devices on the network. The CP2E  
is functionally identical to the CP2, with the exception that it also provides LAN and  
Web access through its built-in 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port, which supports  
dynamic/static IP addressing and full-duplex TCP/IP and UDP/IP protocols.  
With speed, power, and massive memory, the 2-Series control systems are ideal for  
enhanced applications like media help desks, videoconferencing, distance learning,  
and entertainment facilities.  
Functional Summary  
Powered by 2-Series Control Engine  
36 MB of Internal Memory  
8 IR/Serial Ports  
8 Isolated Relay Ports  
8 I/O Versiports  
3 RS-232/422/485 Ports  
1 RS-232 Computer Port  
1 Cresnet Port  
Supports SIMPLWindows® & SIMPL+™  
Built-In 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Port (CP2E only)  
Built-In Web Server (CP2E only)  
As with all of Crestron’s 2-Series control processors, the 2-Series Control Engine is  
a solutions-driven control technology that is at the very heart of the CP2 and CP2E  
products. The breakthrough 2-Series Control Engine is based on the 257 MIPS, 32-  
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bit Motorola ColdFireprocessor. The 2-Series operating system is vastly upgraded  
from Crestron’s X-generation products, yet compatible with existing Crestron  
software and programming. A key feature is the new Crestron Compiler, which  
allows any existing Crestron SIMPL™ Windowscontrol program to be easily  
recompiled for the 2-Series. The real-time, preemptive multi-tasking/multi-threaded  
operating system offers a file system that supports long file names. The enhanced  
SIMPL+™ instruction set is also fully compatible with existing Crestron SIMPL  
Windows and SIMPL+ programs.  
Specifications  
Specifications for the CP2 and CP2E are given in the following table.  
CP2/CP2E 2-Series Integrated Control System Specifications  
SPECIFICATION  
DETAILS  
32-Bit Motorola ColdFire® Processor  
CPU  
Processor Speed  
Memory  
257 MIPS (Dhrystone 2.1 Benchmark)  
36MB (4MB flash, 32MB DRAM, 256KB NVRAM)*  
Ports/Connectors**  
NET  
1 – Cresnet 4-wire interface (Expandable via Cresnet  
Poll Accelerator)  
COMPUTER  
1 – DB9F PC interface  
INFRARED – SERIAL OUTPUT  
I/O  
8 – Simultaneous one-way IR or serial output  
8 – Programmable digital/analog inputs & digital outputs  
8 – Normally open, isolated relays (MOV suppression)  
1 – RJ45 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port  
RELAY OUTPUT  
LAN (CP2E only)  
COM (A, B, & C)  
3 – DB9 bidirectional serial ports (RS-232, -422, -485),  
all Cresnet Poll Accelerator ready  
24VDC  
Reset Buttons  
HWR  
1 – Male receptacle for optional external power pack.  
Initiates system hardware reset  
SWR  
System restart with or without program  
Power Requirements  
Network Power Fuse Rating  
Environmental Temperature &  
Humidity  
24 VDC, 1A, 24W (Power supply not included)***  
Internal self-resetting fuse****  
41° to 113°F (5° to 45°C)  
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)  
Dimensions & Weight  
Height:  
Width:  
1.7 in (4.32 cm)  
19.0 in (48.26 cm) – with ears  
17.03 in (43.24 cm) – without ears  
6.64 in (16.87 cm)  
Depth:  
Weight:  
3.54 lb (1.59 kg)  
*
For more information on system memory usage, see Memory on page 7.  
**  
For more information on controls, ports, and indicators, see Physical Description on page 3.  
*** For information on optional power source, see Optional Power Supply on page 13.  
**** Heat-sensitive device—resets within approximately 30 seconds after overload condition is  
removed.  
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Physical Description  
The CP2/CP2E integrated control systems are housed in black enclosures with  
labeling on the front and rear panels. The front panels of both units include standard  
LEDs and two reset buttons. All connections to the units are made through their rear  
panels. The front panels of the CP2 and CP2E are shown below.  
Front and Rear Panels  
The front panels of the CP2 and CP2E are shown below.  
CP2/CP2E Front Panels  
The rear panels of the units are shown below. Both units contain a single RS-232  
computer port, a network connector, three COM ports, eight one-way IR/serial ports,  
eight I/O ports, eight relay ports, and a 24VDC male receptacle for power supplied  
through an AC power pack (purchased separately). The CP2E also contains a single  
Ethernet port.  
CP2/CP2E Rear Panels  
Rubber feet are supplied and can be attached to the base of the unit for stability and  
to prevent slippage in shelf placement and stacking configurations. The unit may also  
be rack mounted by attaching the supplied metal flanges (ears).  
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Controls and Indicators  
The CP2/CP2E front panel indicators and controls are described below.  
PWR (Power)  
This LED illuminates when the unit is connected to and receives 24VDC power from  
an AC power pack or the Cresnet NET connector.  
NET  
This LED illuminates when the central processing unit is processing or  
communicating with Cresnet devices (i.e., button pressed at Cresnet panel or data  
received from Cresnet panel).  
ERR  
This LED illuminates when an error condition is detected. This may be the result of  
hardware or software failure, or a programming error. To determine the actual error  
condition, examine the message available through the Viewport menu Functions/2-  
Series/errorlog.  
LNK (LAN) – (CP2E only)  
This LED illuminates when there is a connection to the rear panel LAN port.  
ACT (LAN) – (CP2E only)  
This LED illuminates when there is communication (activity) at the rear panel LAN  
port.  
HWR  
Pressing this button initiates system hardware reset. (Same effect as disconnecting  
and reconnecting power.)  
SWR  
Pressing this button in combination with the HWR button performs a system restart  
without loading the program (refer to Troubleshooting Communications on page 22).  
Pressing it alone while the system is running restarts the program.  
Ports  
The CP2/CP2E rear panel ports are illustrated and described below.  
COMPUTER  
COMPUTER  
This DB9F connector is used when programming the units with a PC. The port is  
modem compatible. The modem and/or PC program cable are not included.  
NET  
NET  
G
Z
Y 24  
24VDC 24W  
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NOTE: The orientation of this connector is “upside down” compared to other  
Crestron network devices (e.g., CNX-BIPAD8, CNX-RMCLV). Be sure the mating  
Cresnet cable connector is properly aligned before attempting to insert it, to avoid  
damage to the CP2/CP2E unit.  
This connector (typical Crestron network port labeled G Z Y 24) is used for  
expansion to Cresnet and SmarTouch peripherals. This connector can also serve as a  
24W power source to the network when CP2/CP2E unit power is supplied through  
the 24VDC power supply connector by an optional AC power pack (purchased  
separately); otherwise, power to the unit is supplied through this connector. There is  
a 24W maximum load rating for power output. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page  
11 for details.  
COM (A – C)  
COM A  
COM B  
COM C  
These three DB9 (male) software programmable, bi-directional serial ports are  
available for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 communication, with hardware and  
software handshaking. Speeds are rated up to 115,200 bps. All three ports are  
Cresnet Accelerator ready. The Cresnet Poll Accelerator effectively increases the  
network speed, fan-out, and device addresses by a factor of 8 for each Poll  
Accelerator added to the system.  
NOTE: The pinout of each 9-pin port is non-standard (refer to the table after these  
notes, titled "Non-Standard COM Pinout"); it contains RS-422 pins in addition to  
RS-232. This may result in a conflict with some equipment and therefore all nine  
pins should not be used. Only the required pins for each communication type should  
be connected. For RS-232 and –422, pins 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 are wired straight through.  
NOTE: Data Set Ready (DSR) and Data Terminal Ready (DTR) are not supported.  
NOTE: To support RS-485, tie pin 1 (RXD-) to pin 9 (TXD-) and pin 4 (TXD+) to  
pin 6 (RXD+) in the cable (refer to the table after this note, titled "COM Pinout to  
RS-485 Bus".  
Non-Standard COM Pinout  
PIN  
1*  
2
DIRECTION  
To CP2/CP2E  
To CP2/CP2E  
DESCRIPTION  
(RXD-) RS-422 Receive Data (Idles low)  
(RXD) RS-232 Received Data  
3
4
5
6
7
8
From CP2/CP2E  
From CP2/CP2E  
(TXD) RS-232 Transmitted Data  
(TXD+) RS-422 Transmit Data (Idles high)  
RS-232 and RS-422 Signal Common  
(RXD+) RS-422 Receive Data (Idles high)  
(RTS) RS-232 Request to Send  
To CP2/CP2E  
From CP2/CP2E  
To CP2/CP2E  
(CTS) RS-232 Clear to Send  
9
From CP2/CP2E  
(TXD-) RS-422 Transmit Data (Idles low)  
Where: *= RS-422 transmit and receive are balanced signals requiring two lines plus a ground in each  
direction. RXD+ and TXD+ should idle high (going low at start of data transmission). RXD-  
and TXD- should idle low (going high at start of data transmission). If necessary, RXD+/RXD-  
and TXD+/TXD- may be swapped to maintain correct signal levels.  
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COM Pinout to RS-485 Bus  
COM (DB9) CONNECTOR  
RS-485 BUS  
Tie Pins 1 & 9  
Tie Pins 4 & 6  
Pin 5  
-
+
G
INFRARED – SERIAL OUTPUT  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
S G S G S G S G  
S G S G S G S G  
INFRARED - SERIAL OUTPUT  
These connectors provide eight serial outputs for IR or serial interface. Each output  
is labeled S (signal) and G (ground). Infrared output is rated up to 1.2 MHz, at data  
rates up to 115K. Serial protocols include one-way RS-232.  
NOTE: Transmission levels on the infrared – serial output connectors are in the 0 to  
+5VDC range, which may not be compatible with all RS-232 devices.  
I/O  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G  
I/O  
This connector provides eight software programmable analog and digital inputs as  
well as digital outputs. Digital outputs offer 250mA sync from maximum 24 VDC;  
catch diodes for use with "real world" loads. Digital inputs are rated 0 – 24 VDC,  
20K ohms input impedance, logic threshold 1.25 VDC. Analog inputs are rated 0 –  
10 VDC, protected to 24 VDC maximum, 20K ohms input impedance; pin-  
programmable 2K ohms pullup resistor to +5V.  
NOTE: Digital outputs are TTL values and may not work with devices requiring a  
“dry” contact closure (e.g., low voltage motor controllers).  
RELAY OUTPUT  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
RELAY OUTPUT  
These connectors provide eight normally open, isolated relay contact groups. Each  
relay contact closure is rated 1A, 30 VAC/DC; MOV arc suppression is provided  
across contacts for use with "real world" loads.  
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24VDC, 2.0A (Power Supply)  
24VDC  
2.0A  
This male connector can be used to supply 24VDC power to the CP2/CP2E from an  
AC power pack purchased separately. (Refer to Optional Power Supply on page 13).  
When power is supplied to the units through this connector, 24VDC, 24W is also  
available to other Cresnet system devices through the NET connector. This is  
typically done in small installations. In large system configurations, power is usually  
supplied through Cresnet wiring to the NET connector.  
NOTE: Use care in wiring installations to avoid applying 24 VDC power to Cresnet  
wiring from an AC power pack as well as from a system device that contains its own  
power supply. Although this condition should not cause any damage, Crestron does  
not recommend it. In those network configurations that require more power than can  
be supplied by Crestron’s Power Control Unit alone, disconnect the +24 VDC  
Cresnet wire from those devices that will be powered by an AC power pack.  
LAN (CP2E only)  
LAN  
This built-in 10/100 BaseT Ethernet RJ45 port (CP2E only) provides local area  
network or Web access. Refer to the following table for the Ethernet connector  
signals and use an appropriate cable (not supplied).  
LAN Port Pinout  
TYPE  
PIN  
SIGNALS  
8-Position  
RJ45  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TD+  
TD-  
RD+  
Connected to pin 5  
Connected to pin 4  
RD-  
Connected to pin 8  
Connected to pin7  
NOTE: Interface connectors for the NET, Infrared-Serial, I/O, and Relay Output  
ports are provided with the unit.  
Memory  
The CP2/CP2E has 36MB of built-in memory (non-volatile and volatile). A total of  
36MB is broken down as follows: 4MB flash (non-volatile), 32MB DRAM  
(volatile), and 256KB NVRAM. Flash memory contains the file system inside the 2-  
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series control engine. Non-volatile memory contains information that is retained after  
loss of electrical power. Volatile memory is lost after a power failure. Refer to the  
lists below for a breakdown of memory usage for program-related information stored  
in the unit.  
Flash  
The 4MB flash memory consists of approximately 1.5MB used for firmware, and  
approximately 2.5MB available for SIMPL, SIMPL+, and Web pages. The files that  
reside in flash conform to a flat directory structure. The following table presents the  
structure of the overall file system.  
TOP LEVEL SECONDARY LEVEL  
DESCRIPTION  
Root of the file system  
\
Legacy directory used in ISYS panels to hold  
display lists  
DISPLAY  
SYS  
Contains various system configuration files  
Legacy directory used in ISYS panels to hold  
setup files  
SETUP  
HTML  
SIMPL  
SPLUS  
USER  
Web pages  
Control system program files  
Simpl+ module files  
Used for user-defined files  
Directory contains the user mailbox file  
MAILBOX  
Although the file system is case insensitive, the case is preserved to maintain file  
checksums.  
Non-volatile  
1. SIMPL+ Modules  
2. SIMPL+ Variables (using "nonvolatile" qualifier or  
#DEFAULT_NONVOLATILE)  
3. SIMPL Program  
4. Operating System (.cuz file)  
5. Signals explicitly written to NVRAM (by symbols such as Analog  
RAM, Analog RAM from database, Serial RAM, Serial RAM from  
database, Analog Non-volatile Ramp, Digital RAM, etc.)  
NOTE: If you extract NVRAM values to a file (Viewport, File transfer | Save  
NVRAM to File), to simplify restoring them in the event of file corruption or to  
distribute to identical control systems, remember that NVRAM values are position  
sensitive in the program. When saving the NVRAM is crucial to your application, it  
is recommended to place all symbols and/or modules that use NVRAM at the  
beginning of your program. When NVRAM (.nvr file) is re-installed, all the values  
should line up with the program. If the program is modified, and logic is placed  
before any symbols using NVRAM, the previously stored values will not line up and  
your presets will have to be re-entered  
Volatile  
1. Digital, analog and serial signal values  
2. SIMPL+ Variables (Default if no options are specified, or if "volatile"  
qualifier is used, or #DEFAULT_VOLATILE is used)  
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DRAM  
DRAM is used by the operating system for dynamic storage of variables, signals and  
other constructs used at runtime. The actual amount of DRAM used at any given  
time depends on the particular program that is running, i.e., usage is variable, or  
dynamic, during normal operation.  
Industry Compliance  
As of the date of manufacture, the CP2/CP2E integrated control processors have  
been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and the  
Australian Compliance Mark.  
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
Setup/Installation  
Rack Mounting  
WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a  
rack, take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The  
following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:  
When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom  
to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.  
If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before  
mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.  
NOTE: If rack mounting is not required, rubber feet are provided for tabletop  
mounting or stacking. Apply the feet near the corner edges on the underside of the  
unit.  
NOTE: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.  
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct  
connections to the branch circuit. (e.g., use of power strips).  
Two “ears” are provided with the unit and must be installed so that it can be rack  
mounted. Refer to the following illustration and complete the procedures below to  
attach ears to the unit. The only tool required is a Phillips screwdriver.  
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Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting (CP2E shown in illustration)  
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove and retain the three side screws  
closest to the front panel.  
2. Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the vacated  
holes, and secure the ear to the unit with the three screws from step 1  
3. Repeat the procedure to attach the remaining ear to the opposite side.  
Bussing Strip Installation  
The 2-Series integrated control system is supplied with two brass bussing strips to  
facilitate commoning (linking) of multiple terminal block connections. The bussing  
strips are constructed with four terminal block position, and may be trimmed to size  
for various applications or different devices. One strip is supplied for each  
8-position terminal block.  
1. To utilize the bussing strip, determine the number of relays to be  
commoned for the equipment being installed. If less than four, the strip  
can be trimmed to size with a pair of scissors or wire snips.  
2. Loosen the terminal block screws and insert the first leg of the bussing  
strip into the first common position on the terminal block. The strip  
engages the other common positions automatically.  
3. Remove approximately 1/8" of the jacket from the common wire and  
insert the conductor into one of the terminal block common positions.  
Tighten the terminal block screws to lock the wire and bussing strip  
into place. Insulate the strip by folding a piece of ¾" wide vinyl  
electrical tape (such as Scotch 33+) over the spine and as much of the  
individual legs as possible. Excess tape at each end of the strip should  
be pressed closed, then trimmed to within approximately 1/16" of the  
end of the strip.  
4. When wiring the remaining conductors, remove approximately 1/8" of  
the jacket and insert the wires into the proper terminal block positions.  
To prevent the possibility of electrical shorts, it is essential that these  
conductors do not touch any uninsulated portion of the bussing strip.  
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5. Secure the wires connected to the terminal block with a tie wrap around  
the bussing strip to provide strain relief.  
Network Wiring  
NOTE: When making wire connections, refer to the latest revision of the Cresnet  
Network Interconnect Drawing (Doc. 5411). The document can be obtained from the  
CRESNET.PDF files.  
CAUTION: Exceeding the power output (maximum 24W) of the CP2/CP2E can  
result in system shutdown or a blown fuse.  
CAUTION: Possible equipment damage if miswired.  
NOTE: The orientation of this connector is “upside down” compared to other  
Crestron network devices (e.g., CNX-BIPAD8, CNX-RMCLV). Be sure the mating  
Cresnet cable connector is properly aligned before attempting to insert it, to avoid  
damage to the CP2/CP2E unit.  
NOTE: Do not power up system until all wiring is verified. Care should be taken to  
ensure data (Y, Z) and power (24, G) connections are not crossed. Data “Y” was data  
“+”; data “Z” was data “-”.  
NOTE: All network wiring must consist of two twisted-pairs. One twisted pair is  
the +24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pair is the Y  
conductor and the Z conductor.  
NOTE: For larger networks (i.e., greater than 28 network devices), it may be  
necessary to add a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality  
throughout the network. Also, for networks with lengthy cable runs, it may be  
desirable to add a hub/repeater after only 20 network devices.  
When calculating the wire gauge for a particular network run, the length of the run  
and the power factor of each network unit to be connected must be taken into  
consideration. If network units are to be daisy-chained on the run, the power factor  
of each network unit to be daisy-chained must be added together to determine the  
power factor of the entire chain. The length of the run in feet and the power factor of  
the run should be used in the following resistance equation to calculate the value on  
the right side of the equation.  
Resistance Equation  
Where: R = Resistance (refer to table below).  
40,000  
L x PF  
L
= Length of run (or chain) in feet.  
R <  
PF = Power factor of entire run (or chain).  
The required wire gauge should be chosen such that the resistance value is less than  
the value calculated in the resistance equation. Refer to the following table.  
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Wire Gauge Values  
RESISTANCE (R)  
WIRE GAUGE  
4
16  
6
18  
20  
10  
15  
13  
8.7  
22  
Doubled CAT5  
Tripled CAT5  
NOTE: When daisy-chaining Cresnet units, strip the ends of the wires carefully to  
avoid nicking the conductors. Twist together the ends of the wires that share a pin on  
the network connector, and tin the twisted connection. Apply solder only to the ends  
of the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far up the wires or the end becomes brittle.  
Insert the tinned connection into the Cresnet connector and tighten the retaining  
screw. Repeat the procedure for the other three conductors.  
Hardware Hookup  
Refer to the following hookup diagram and, aside from attaching power last,  
complete the connections in any order. Refer to "Network Wiring" on page 11 when  
making network connections.  
NOTE: To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds  
the environmental temperature range listed in the table of leading specifications.  
Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly since  
the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the  
room ambient. Contact with thermal insulating materials should be avoided on all  
sides of the unit.  
NOTE: The maximum continuous current from equipment under any external load  
conditions shall not exceed a current limit that is suitable for the minimum wire  
gauge used in interconnecting cables. The ratings on the connecting unit's supply  
input should be considered to prevent overloading the wiring.  
Hookup Connections for the CP2/CP2E  
TO ANY  
CRESNET  
NETWORK  
DEVICE  
TO PC  
SERIAL  
PORT  
TO AC  
POWER  
PACK  
(24VDC, 2A  
OUTPUT)  
TO ANY  
RS-232,  
-422, OR  
10/100 BASE-T  
ETHERNET  
TO LAN  
-485 DEVICE  
OR WEB  
NET  
COMPUTER  
A
B
G
C
D
E
F
G
H
24VDC  
2.0A  
LAN  
COM A  
COM B  
COM C  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
S
G
S
S
G
S
G
S
G
S
G
S
G
S
G
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G  
G
Z
Y
24  
24VDC 24W  
INFRARED - SERIAL OUTPUT  
I/O  
RELAY OUTPUT  
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CRESTRON,  
TO CONTROLLABLE  
DEVICES  
TO  
IRP2  
OR  
TO  
CONTROLLABLE  
DEVICES  
FROM DEVICE  
OUTPUTS  
SERIAL  
DEVICES  
- CONTACT CLOSURES  
- SOLID STATE CLOSURES  
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Optional Power Supply  
The units can be powered through the NET network connector, or by an optional  
AC power pack (purchased separately). If an external power supply is to be used,  
Crestron recommends its CNPWS-75 External Power Supply or PW-2420RU  
Universal Power Pack, or equivalent.  
NOTE: Use care in wiring installations to avoid applying 24 VDC power to Cresnet  
wiring from an AC power pack as well as from a system device that contains its own  
power supply. Although this condition should not cause any damage, Crestron does  
not recommend it. In those network configurations that require more power than can  
be supplied by Crestron’s Power Control Unit alone, disconnect the +24 VDC  
Cresnet wire from those devices that will be powered by an AC power pack.  
Programming the CP2 and CP2E  
SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s graphical, Windows-based development tool for  
programming control systems. The SIMPL Windows interface provides two  
workspaces: the Configuration Manager, for configuring the control system,  
touchpanels, and controlled network devices; and Program Manager, for designing  
the logic and functionality of the control system.  
In addition, you can use Crestron’s powerful Viewport utility to accomplish multiple  
system tasks, such as uploading the program to the control system and performing  
diagnostic functions. Together with the Crestron Database, these tools provide you  
with the essential components you need to program the CP2/CP2E. Crestron  
software is available on CD-ROM, or can be downloaded from the Crestron website  
(www.crestron.com)—registration is required for downloading.  
Following are the minimum software requirements for the PC:  
SIMPL Windows version 2.00.28, with Library Update 145  
Crestron Database version 15.6.2  
(Optional) VisionTools Pro-e software for designing touchpanel pages  
(Optional) Application Builder (also requires SIMPL+ Cross Compiler)  
software for automatic residential and commercial programming  
(Optional) DEAL for Windows IR learning software version 2.07  
CP2/CP2E Device Library Symbols  
In Configuration Manager, drag the CP2 or CP2E from the Control Systems folder of  
the Device Library to System Views. The CP2 and CP2E appear nearly identical,  
except that the CP2E provides an additional slot for Ethernet devices, as shown  
below.  
System Views of the CP2 and CP2E  
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Slot 1: C2Net-Device  
The C2Net-Device slot enables the CP2 and CP2E to control up to 252 Cresnet  
devices. Each Cresnet device is assigned a unique identifier called a Net ID, which is  
a hexadecimal value ranging from 03 to FE.  
To view the list of supported devices, expand the control system in the bottom pane  
of System Views and double-click the C2Net-Device slot, or right-click and select  
Add Item from the submenu. Supported devices include network control modules,  
lighting modules and a variety of Crestron wired touchpanels.  
To add a device to the system expand the C2 Net-Device slot and double-click the  
desired Net ID, or right click and select Add Item from the submenu. Then select the  
device you want to add. Alternatively, you can drag the device from the Cresnet  
Modules folder onto the Net ID.  
In Program Manager, the C2Net-Device symbol contains no signals; to program a  
controlled Cresnet device, expand the C2Net-Device symbol in Program View. Then  
drag the device to Detail View.  
Slot 2: C2I-IR8  
The CP2 and CP2E provide 8 output ports (A through H) that enable serial  
communication in a variety of formats, including infrared and one-way RS-232. Of  
course, different devices may require additional receiving equipment, cables,  
adapters, etc.  
To add an IR device to the system, drag the device driver from the Crestron or User  
IR Database to a C2I-IR8 port.  
To add an RS-232 device, drag the C2IR one-way serial driver from the Serial  
Drivers folder to a C2I-IR8 port. Alternatively, you can double-click a C2I-IR8 port  
and select the C2IR one-way serial driver (or right-click and select Add Item from  
the submenu).  
Next, double-click the serial driver to specify the communication settings that are  
required by the device. These settings define the protocol that the controlled serial  
device expects, and include the speed of data transmission (baud rate), error  
checking (parity), and the number of data bits and stop bits. The exact protocol will  
be described in the manufacturer's documentation.  
NOTE: The C2IR serial driver, being one way, does not provide hardware or  
software handshaking.  
In Program Manager, the C2I-IR8 symbol contains no signals; to program an IR  
device or serial driver, expand the C2I-IR8 card by clicking the plus sign in Program  
View. Then drag the symbol to Detail View. (Alternatively, double-click the symbol.)  
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Slot 3: C2I-IO8  
The CP2 and CP2E provide eight I/O ports called Versiports, each of which can  
function as a digital input, a digital output, or an analog input. Each Versiport has a  
corresponding pullup resistor.  
In Program Manager, drag the C2I-IO8 symbol from Program View to Detail View.  
The symbol contains the following signals, arranged here according to mode:  
Signals  
Digital output mode  
8 digitals: <o1> through <o8>  
Digital input mode  
8 digitals: <i1> through <i8>  
Analog input mode  
8 analogs: <i1> through <i8>  
For each analog, one corresponding minimum change value:  
<MinChange1> through <MinChange8>  
All Versiport modes  
For each Versiport, one corresponding pullup resistor: <pu-disable1>  
through <pu-disable8>  
Defining a signal puts the signal into the corresponding mode. For example, defining  
the analog input <i1> configures that Versiport as an analog input. A Versiport can  
only operate in one mode. That is, if you define <o1> you should not also define  
<i1>.  
Description  
Internal configuration of a Versiport  
Digital Output Mode  
When a Versiport is operating in digital output mode, the output pin will be shorted  
to ground on the rising edge of the corresponding <o> signal (switch S1-B in the  
Versiport diagram will be closed). When <o> goes low, the output pin is driven to a  
value of +5V (switch S1-B is open).  
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Driving the corresponding <pu-disable> signal high can modify this behavior. This is  
not recommended, though, since it will cause the output pin to float when <o> goes  
low.  
Example 1 (recommended):  
The <pu-disable1> signal is driven low or left undefined. When <o1> goes  
low, Versiport 1 is at +5V. When <o1> goes high, Versiport 1 is shorted to  
ground.  
Example 2 (not recommended):  
The <pu-disable1> signal is driven high. When <o1> goes low, Versiport  
1 is floating. When <o1> goes high, Versiport 1 is shorted to ground.  
Digital Input Mode  
When a Versiport is operating in digital input mode, the corresponding <i> signal  
will go high whenever the C2I-IO8 detects that the Versiport is shorted to ground  
(threshold < +2.5V).  
NOTE: Here, as with digital output mode, the corresponding pullup resistor should  
be enabled. That is, <pu-disable> should be given the signal name 0 or left  
undefined; otherwise the input will always read as logic low.  
Example 3:  
When Versiport 3 is shorted to ground, <i3> will go high. When Versiport 3  
is not shorted to ground, <i3> will go low (so long as <pu-disable> equals  
0 or is undefined).  
Analog Input Mode  
In analog input mode, the Versiport is typically tied to a resistive load (such as a  
humidity sensor) or a voltage source (both can be represented by box "A" in the  
Versiport diagram).  
When a resistive load is tied to a Versiport, the corresponding pullup resistor must be  
enabled (again, this means that <pu-disable> should be given the signal name 0 or  
left undefined). This creates a voltage divider and provides a varying voltage level,  
based on the current resistance of the sensor for the C2I-IO8 to read.  
Example 4:  
A resistive humidity sensor is tied to Versiport 1 (and <pu-disable1> is low  
or undefined). <i1> will assume the corresponding analog value.  
When a voltage source is tied to a Versiport, the corresponding pullup resistor should  
be disabled (the only case where the default setting should be overridden). This  
allows the C2I-IO8 to read the value of the voltage source directly.  
Example 5:  
A voltage source is tied to Versiport 1 and <pu-disable1> is given the  
signal name 1. <i1> will assume the corresponding analog value (ranging  
from 0 to 65535, or 0 to +10V on the input pin).  
The C2I-IO8 does not propagate all changes in the analog values of its Versiports,  
since this can lead to undesirable results if the input source is not clean or has jitter.  
Rather, the <MinChange> signals should be used to specify a "minimum change"  
value, such that the C2I-IO8 will not propagate the new value until it changes by  
<MinChange>. (The default minimum change value is 2048.)  
Example 6:  
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A voltage source is placed on Versiport 1 and <MinChange1> is set to 10  
via an Analog Initialize symbol. The value of <i1> will not be propagated  
until it changes by at least 10. If the current value is 500, then a new value  
will not be reported until it changes to 510 or 490.  
Slot 4: C2Y-RY8  
The C2I-RY8 provides eight isolated relays for controlling low voltage contact  
closure devices such as drapes, screens and lifts.  
In Program Manager, drag the C2I-IO8 symbol from Program View to Detail View.  
The symbol contains the following signals, arranged here according to mode:  
Signals  
8 relays: <A1> through <A8>  
When a signal goes high, the corresponding relay closes for as long as the signal  
remains high. When the signal goes low, the relay opens. If a signal is undefined, the  
relay is open.  
Slot 5: C2ENET-1 (CP2E Only)  
The C2ENET-1 port enables the CP2E to control up to 252 Ethernet devices. Each  
Ethernet device is assigned a unique identifier called an IP ID, which is a  
hexadecimal value ranging from 03 to FE.  
To view the list of supported devices, expand the control system in the bottom pane  
of System Views and double-click the C2ENET-1 slot. Supported devices include  
Ethernet control modules, PC and Web browser interfaces, and a variety of Crestron  
Ethernet touchpanels. To add a device to the system expand the C2ENET-1 slot and  
double-click the desired IP ID, or right-click and select Add Item from the submenu.  
Then select the device you want to add.  
In Program Manager, the C2ENET-1 symbol contains no signals; to program a  
controlled Ethernet device, expand the C2ENET-1 symbol in Program View. Then  
drag the symbol to Detail View. (Alternatively, you can double-click the symbol.)  
About the IP Table  
In order for the CP2E (or any Ethernet-enabled control system) to control devices via  
Ethernet, the IP ID of the device must be associated with an IP address, and both the  
IP ID and IP address must be entered into the IP Table of the control system.  
You can create an IP Table in two ways. The first method is to double-click the  
device in Configuration Manager to open the “Device Settings” window. Click the  
“IP Net Address” tab and enter the IP address of the device in the “IP Address” field.  
Repeat this procedure for all Ethernet devices in your system. This creates what is  
referred to as a “default” IP Table. When the program is compiled and ready to be  
uploaded to the control system, you will have the option to upload this default IP  
Table.  
The second method is to use the Crestron Viewport. This method is especially useful  
on site, if you want to change one or more IP addresses without changing the  
program.  
1. Select Functions | Setup IP Table.  
2. Click Add and select the IP ID of the device from the drop-down list, then  
enter the IP address.  
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3. When all the IP IDs and associated IP addresses have been added to the IP  
Table, click Send IP Table to Control System.  
As with all 2-Series control systems, the CP2E has the capability to function as a  
peripheral device, or “slave”, in a master/slave arrangement with another control  
system. Here the IP Table of the CP2E must contain just one entry, for the master  
control system.  
To access the IP Table of a “slave” CP2E, use the Setup IP Table command on the  
Viewport Functions menu, as just described. The settings are as follows:  
Enter the IP ID of the CP2E itself, as specified in the program of the master  
control system and select OK. Notice that the “slave” CP2E is listed with  
TRUE in the Master? column.  
2) Enter the IP address of the master control system.  
3.) Click the Set as Master check box.  
When operating as a slave device, the CP2E can accept commands only from one  
control system. Therefore, there must only be one entry in the IP Table.  
For further information about e-Control applications, including basic concepts and  
terminology, see Crestron’s e-Control Reference Guide, DOC. 6052, available in  
PDF format on the Crestron website.  
Slot 6: C2I-COM3  
The CP2 and CP2E provide three serial COM ports (A through C) that enable RS-  
232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication.  
Each port has a built-in serial driver with communication settings that must be  
specified in Configuration Manager: double-click a COM port to open the “Device  
Settings” dialog box, and then click the “Serial Settings” tab. These settings define  
the protocol that a controlled serial device expects, and include the baud rate, parity,  
and the number of data bits and stop bits. In addition, a device might require  
hardware or software handshaking, which controls the flow of data between two  
devices. The exact protocol will be described in the manufacturer's documentation.  
The Crestron database includes numerous serial devices, with default logic and pre-  
configured communication settings, that are compatible with the ports on the COM  
card. Simply drag the serial device from the Crestron Database folder to one of the  
ports on the COM card and click Yes when prompted to replace the built-in serial  
driver for that port. In most cases, the default logic should be loaded as well.  
In Program Manager, the C2I-COM3 symbol contains no signals; to program a serial  
driver expand the C2I-COM3 card by clicking the plus sign in Program View. Then  
drag the desired serial driver to Detail View. (Alternatively, you can double-click the  
symbol.)  
Converting Programs and Modules Created for  
other Systems  
A useful feature of SIMPL Windows is that you can convert a program created for  
another type of control system, simply by changing the target to a CP2 or CP2E.  
To do this you first open the program, and then replace the existing control system  
with the CP2 or CP2E. That is, drag the CP2 or CP2E from the Control Systems  
folder onto the existing control system in System Views, and click Yes when  
prompted to confirm the replacement.  
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If the program contains SIMPL+ or User modules, the conversion might generate  
error messages. This is because modules and programs often contain symbols with  
“ambiguous” signals. For example, the inputs of the Serial to Analog symbol can be  
defined as either analog or serial. Although X-Series processors support ambiguous  
signals, the 2-Series processor requires all signal types to be strictly defined.  
If the program you want to convert contains SIMPL+ or User modules, Crestron  
recommends that you first convert each module before converting the larger  
program. In this way, the compiler can resolve any ambiguous signals in the modules  
and minimize errors when the larger program is converted.  
Converting SIMPL+ Modules  
1. Open the SIMPL+ module you want to convert.  
2. Choose the 2-Series processor as the target by clicking the toolbar  
button, as shown in the following illustration.  
SIMPL+ Toolbar  
NOTE: Note that you can select both X and 2-Series as the targets, so that the  
module will work for both types of control systems. However, you will be limited to  
SIMPL+ keywords and functions that are supported on both systems. If you do not  
choose a target, then the module may or may not work, depending on the constructs  
that are used.  
3. Save and compile the module by clicking the Save and Compile  
toolbar button; alternatively, click Save and Compile on the Build  
menu (or press F12).  
Converting User Modules  
1. Open the User module you want to convert.  
2. Click Project | Edit Program Header.  
3. Click 2-Series in the “Target Control System Classes” list box.  
You can select other types of control systems as well, but then you will be  
limited to symbols that are supported by all of these platforms. The module  
may still work on unselected control systems so long as unsupported  
symbols are not used. Selecting a control system means that you are  
requiring the module to work there.  
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Module Header Information  
After you convert each module in a program, you can convert the program as  
described previously: drag the CP2 or CP2E onto the existing control system in  
System Views and click Yes to confirm the replacement.  
For further information about compile-time errors and detailed explanations about  
working with modules, refer to the SIMPL Windows online help file.  
Establishing Communication with the CP2/CP2E  
Before uploading a program to the CP2/CP2E or performing diagnostic functions,  
you must connect the control system to the PC. With the CP2, this connection must  
be serial; with the CP2E the connection can be either serial or TCP/IP.  
Serial Connection  
Connect the COMPUTER port on the control system to one of the COM ports  
(usually COM 1) on the PC. Use a straight-through RS-232 cable with a DB9 male  
connector on one end and a DB9 female connector on the other. Most commercially  
available cables are acceptable; they should have at least 5 pins for transmit, receive,  
ground, and hardware handshaking.  
Open the Crestron Viewport and click Setup | Communication Settings to display  
the “Port Settings” dialog box. Then click RS-232 as the connection type.  
The PC communication settings specified here should match the protocol that the  
CP2/CP2E expects. The settings are as follows:  
Port = COM 1 through COM 8. Select the correct COM port on the PC.  
Baud rate = 115200 (You can set the PC and the control system to a  
different baud rate, by using the Functions | Set Baud Rate command.  
Parity = None.  
Number of data bits = 8.  
Number of stop bits = 1.  
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Hardware handshaking (RTS/CTS) enabled.  
Software handshaking (XON/XOFF) not enabled.  
“Port Settings” dialog box: Default PC settings for RS-232 communication with the  
CP2/CP2E.  
To verify communication, click Diagnostics | Establish Communications (Find  
Rack). This should display a dialog box that gives the COM port and baud rate.  
TCP/IP Connection  
Before you can communicate with the CP2E over TCP/IP, you must use the RS-232  
connection just described to configure the unit’s TCP/IP settings.  
1. Open Viewport and click Functions | Set Control System IP Information.  
2. Enter the IP address, IP mask and default router in the text fields. (All of  
these terms are explained in detail in Crestron’s e-Control Reference Guide,  
DOC. 6052, available as a PDF on the Crestron website.)  
3. Click OK to set the new IP information.  
Once you have assigned the IP settings, you can continue to communicate with the  
CP2E using the RS-232 connection, or you can establish a TCP/IP connection.  
For TCP/IP, use CAT5 cables with 8-pin RJ45 connectors to connect the LAN port  
on the CP2E and the LAN port on the PC to the Ethernet hub. Alternatively, you can  
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use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly, without using a  
hub.  
Once the cable connections are made, open the Crestron Viewport and click Setup |  
Communication Settings on the menu to display the “Port Settings” dialog box.  
Then click TCP/IP as the connection type. Enter the IP address of the CP2E.  
To verify communication, click Diagnostics | Establish Communications (Find  
Rack). This should display a dialog box that gives the IP address and port number.  
Troubleshooting Communications  
Use the following checklist if communication cannot be established with the  
CP2/CP2E.  
1. Verify that you are using the correct cables. As described previously,  
an RS-232 connection requires a straight-through serial cable. That is,  
pin 1 on one end is connected to pin 1 on the other end. Pin 2 connects  
to pin 2, etc. With a TCP/IP connection, you must use a CAT5 cable  
with 8-pin RJ45 connectors.  
2. With a serial connection, verify that the correct COM port on the PC  
has been selected. Some computers have more than one COM port;  
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some may be internal (e.g., for a modem). Consult the manufacturer’s  
documentation for further information about the COM ports on your  
PC.  
3. Check the ERR LED indicator on the front panel of the CP2/CP2E. If  
this LED is illuminated, unplug the unit and reapply power after a few  
seconds. If the LED illuminates again, call Crestron customer service.  
4. With a serial connection, reset the control system as follows:  
a. Open Viewport and click Setup | Communications Settings to  
display the “Port Settings” dialog box. Choose RS-232 as the  
connection type.  
b. Set the baud rate of the PC to 115200.  
c. Set the baud rate of the CP2/CP2E control system to 115200, as  
follows:  
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Press and release the HWR button on the unit’s front panel.  
Press and hold the SWR button for approximately three to five  
seconds. The Viewport console should display the following  
message:  
Viewport Message  
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Release the SWR button.  
d. If communication still cannot be established:  
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Remove power from the control system.  
Press and hold the SWR button on the front panel of the  
CP2/CP2E.  
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Reapply power to the control system.  
The Viewport console should display the message shown  
above.  
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Release the SWR button.  
e. Select Set Baud Rate on the Viewport Functions menu (or press  
F8) and choose any baud rate from the drop-down list. This will  
attempt to establish a connection at the indicated baud rate. If the  
connection is successful, both the PC and the control system will  
be set to the new baud rate.  
f. Reinitialize the unit by recycling the power or pressing the HWR  
button. If the connection is established, the Viewport console  
should display some text and the <CP2> or <CP2E> prompt.  
g. If communication still cannot be established, contact Crestron  
Customer Support.  
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Compiling and Uploading a Program to the Control  
System  
After you have completed your SIMPL Windows program you must compile and  
upload the program to the control system.  
To compile the program, simply click the Convert/Compile button  
on the  
SIMPL Windows toolbar, or select Project | Convert/Compile (you can also press  
F12). A status bar will indicate the progress of the compile operation. After the  
operation is complete, a dialog box will display information about the program such  
as the number and type of signals, and memory usage.  
The compiled program will be stored as an SPZ file in the same directory as the  
source file. There are a number of ways to upload an SPZ file to the control system.  
1. Immediately after compiling the program you have the option to transfer  
the file to the control system.  
2. Alternatively, click the Transfer button  
on the SIMPL Windows  
toolbar, or open Viewport and click File Transfer | Send Program.  
3. Click Browse, locate the SPZ file and click Open. This will display the  
program's header information and enable one or both of the What to Send  
check boxes. If the program does not contain any SIMPL+ modules only  
the SIMPL Program check box will be enabled. If it does contain  
SIMPL+ modules, then the SIMPL+ check box will also be enabled. Select  
one or both check boxes and then click Send Program to begin the  
transfer.  
NOTE: Unlike X-Series processors, the 2-Series processor does not require a  
permanent memory image. Also, the 2-Series adds the ability to automatically  
retrieve the current program from the control system. Simply verify that the  
“Retrieve Current Program before overwriting” check box is selected.  
You can also click Check Program to display the header information of the  
currently loaded program.  
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Another way to verify that the program has been transferred successfully is to select  
Report Program Information on the Viewport Functions menu. Program  
information is also displayed in the Viewport console whenever power is removed  
and re-applied to the CP2/CP2E.  
Uploading Web pages to the CP2E  
The CP2E provides a built-in Web server for e-Control applications. The CP2E allots  
2.5 MB of memory for “user files” such as Web pages, mailbox, and the compiled  
SPZ file.  
VisionTools Pro-e  
In most cases, you will create a VisionTools Pro-e browser project to generate the  
Web pages that will be uploaded to the CP2E. Whenever a browser project is  
created, VT Pro-e automatically creates a folder with the name of the project and a  
.web extension. This .web project folder itself contains a .Java subfolder, in addition  
to all the HTML files that will be sent to the CP2E. In designing and creating a  
browser project, keep in mind that you must assign an IP ID to all the project pages  
and specify the IP address of the CP2E. (For further information on this procedure,  
refer to the VT Pro-e online help file.)  
SIMPL Windows  
For each IP ID in the VT Pro-e browser project, there must be one corresponding e-  
Control PC Interface symbol defined in the SIMPL Windows program. The PC  
Interface symbol is one of the Ethernet Modules that can be dropped into the  
C2ENET-1 card slot.  
As with all Ethernet devices, the PC Interface must receive an entry in the IP Table  
of the CP2E. Here the IP ID must match the IP ID that was assigned in VT Pro-e,  
while the IP address must be set to localhost: 127.0.0.1.  
Viewport  
To transfer the Web pages to the CP2E, use the File Transfer | Send Web Pages  
command.  
The options are to send an entire project, only files that have changed, or a single  
HTML file. With the “Transfer Entire Project” option, click OK when reminded to  
select a default page, then browse to the appropriate VT Pro-e .web project folder.  
Select the file that was designated as the “first” page of the project. This will be the  
default Web page that is displayed whenever the IP address of the control system is  
accessed by a Web browser. Click Open, and then OK to begin the transfer.  
If any files in the VT Pro-e project change, the changed files can be transferred to the  
CP2E without resending the entire project by choosing the “Only Transfer Files that  
have Changed” option. Here again, browse to the .web project folder and select the  
default page. Click Open, and then OK to transfer the changed files.  
Finally, selecting Transfer Single File can send a single HTML file. Browse to the  
file and click Open. Then specify the file’s relative path (from the root directory)  
and click OK.  
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Uploading Touchpanel Projects via the CP2/CP2E  
You can use a connection to the CP2 or CP2E to upload VisionTools Pro-e projects  
to any Cresnet touchpanel. Compiled projects for TPS panels are contained in VTZ  
files; projects for all other touchpanels are contained in HEX files.  
Before uploading, open Viewport and click Diagnostics | Report Network Devices  
to verify that the touchpanel is being detected by the control system. (As with any  
network device, touchpanels must be identified by unique hexadecimal network IDs.  
These IDs are set in the SIMPL Windows program.)  
To upload a project:  
1. From VT Pro-e: Click the Project | Upload button  
on the toolbar,  
or click File | Upload Project.  
From Viewport: Click File Transfer | Send Touchpanel or press  
Alt+T.  
2. Select the network ID of the touchpanel, as set in SIMPL Windows,  
from the drop-down list.  
3. Browse to the HEX or VTZ file to be uploaded. If the file is a HEX  
file, click Open to begin the transfer.  
If the file is a VTZ file, choose the pages to send to the TPS panel. The  
choices are as follows:  
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All Files in Project: sends the entire project.  
Only Changed Files: sends only the files that are different  
from those that are currently stored in the panel. Note that if  
any pages in the panel are not present in the project, those  
pages will be deleted from the panel.  
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Additional choices include Do not send graphic files and Do  
not send sound files. These are often very large files that need  
not be reloaded with every transfer.  
Updating the Operating System  
As with all 2-Series control systems, operating system files for the CP2 and CP2E  
have a .cuz extension. You can obtain .cuz updates (when available) from the  
software downloads area of the Crestron website. To download an update, click the  
.cuz file and choose the Save to Disk option, then specify the directory where the  
update will be stored.  
NOTE: In some cases Microsoft's Internet Explorer may append a .zip extension to a  
downloaded .cuz file. For example, a file called "C2-1008.cuz" may appear as "C2-  
1008.cuz.zip." If this happens, rename the file, removing the .zip extension.  
To upload the new .cuz to the control system:  
1. Open Viewport and select File | Update Control System.  
2. Browse to the .cuz file and click Open to start the transfer.  
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3. After the transfer is complete, the CP2/CP2E will automatically reboot. To  
confirm the transfer, click Diagnostics | Check Ops Version. The  
Viewport console should display the new .cuz version number.  
Advanced Console Commands  
The SIMPL Windows online help file provides a full listing of console commands  
that are valid for 2-Series control systems. You can access the CP2/CP2E console in  
a variety of ways: via a serial connection (RS-232) with a PC, over Ethernet via the  
LAN port, or through Telnet, among many other methods. It is also possible to issue  
console commands through logic, by adding a Console symbol to the SIMPL  
Windows program.  
The Console symbol is only visible in the Symbol Library when “Special” is selected  
as the Symbol Set. Click Edit | Preferences. In the Symbol Set area of the General  
tab, select Special as shown below.  
"SIMPL Windows Preferences" Dialog Box  
Console commands are provided for advanced programmers. However, most  
functions and commands can be selected from the various Viewport menus.  
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Troubleshooting  
The table below and on the next page provides corrective action for possible trouble  
situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer  
service representative.  
CP2/CP2E Troubleshooting  
POSSIBLE  
CAUSE(S)  
TROUBLE  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Unexpected  
response from  
control system.  
Network devices are not  
communicating to the  
control system.  
From the Viewport, poll the network (F4) to  
verify communication.  
PWR LED does  
not illuminate.  
Control system is not  
receiving power.  
If power is supplied through an AC adapter,  
verify that the DC output plug is properly  
attached to the control system and that the  
adapter is securely plugged into an outlet. If  
power is supplied through Cresnet cabling,  
ensure that the cable is securely plugged into  
the NET connector.  
ERR LED  
illuminates.  
Hardware or software  
failure, hardware  
incompatibility with  
software definitions, or  
programming error.  
Verify that hardware configuration matches  
software configuration. Poll the network (F4)  
from the Viewport; check error log for SIMPL,  
SIMPL+ program reload errors.  
Compilation error Poor analog versus serial Confirm properly defined signal definition in the  
RLCMCVT166 & signal definition in the  
RLCMCVT177. SIMPL Windows program.  
program.  
System locks up. Various.  
Press front panel SWR and HWR buttons at the  
same time to bypass program and communicate  
directly with processor (refer to  
"Troubleshooting Communications".  
A/V system device IRP2 or serial port not  
does not respond. placed properly.  
Verify placement of IRP2 (hold phosphor card  
under IRP2 while pressing button) and tighten  
serial cables.  
Used wrong IR/serial port. Verify that proper IR or serial port is defined.  
Verify that serial cable is wired correctly for RS-  
232, 422, or 485.  
Serial cable miswired.  
Network Analyzer  
To assist with troubleshooting, the unit contains Crestron’s patent-pending network  
analyzer to continuously monitor the integrity of the Cresnet network for wiring  
faults and marginal system performance or other network errors. For more  
information on how to use the network analyzer, refer to the SIMPLWindows  
help file and use the index to search for "Network Analyzer".  
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Battery Replacement  
A Lithium battery is used to power the system clock within the CP2/CP2E. Under  
normal conditions, it will last for approximately 10 years. In the event that the clock  
fails, only an authorized technician should replace it. Refer to caution statement  
below.  
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.  
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.  
Passthrough Mode  
Passthrough Mode enables Viewport access to any serially controlled device on the  
network. That is, it allows direct communication between the PC and a network  
device (effectively "passing through" the CP2 or CP2E). While Passthrough mode is  
running, the program currently in memory is suspended and will not execute. When  
Passthrough mode is exited, the program resumes operation. The TX and RX LEDs  
for the given port illuminate when in Passthrough mode.  
Entering Passthrough mode for one of the internal COM ports reinitializes it, which  
clears the data for that port.  
To establish communication, click Functions | Enter Passthrough Mode. Then  
select the connection type that exists between the CP2/CP2E and the device. The  
choices are Slot (for devices connected to the control system via one of the card slots  
on the back panel), Cresnet, or Ethernet. If the connection is through a card slot then  
select the slot number from the Slot drop-down list. For Cresnet, select the Cresnet  
ID of the device; for Ethernet, the IP ID.  
NOTE: The IP ID and associated IP address of the Ethernet device must be listed in  
the IP Table.  
Specify the port (Port A through Port F) that the device is connected to, if applicable.  
Next, specify the serial protocol that the device expects. The parameters include the  
baud rate, parity, the number of data bits and stop bits, the protocol (RS-232, RS-422  
or RS-485), and the settings for software or hardware handshaking. This information  
is provided by the manufacturer’s documentation.  
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Passthrough Mode Dialog Box  
The PC will now be communicating directly with the device.  
To exit Passthrough mode, simply click Functions | Exit Passthrough Mode. A  
system reboot will also exit Passthrough mode.  
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Further Inquiries  
If after reviewing this Operations Guide, you cannot locate specific information or  
have questions, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service  
team by calling:  
In the US and Canada, call Crestron's corporate headquarters at  
1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876] or 1-201767-3400.  
In Europe, call Crestron International at +32-15-50-99-50.  
In Asia, call Crestron Asia at +852-2341-2016.  
In Latin America, call Crestron Latin America at +5255-5093-2160.  
In Australia and New Zealand, call Crestron Pacific at  
+613-9480-2999.  
Future Updates  
As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of  
the CP2/CP2E, additional information may be made available as manual updates.  
These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to  
the release of a complete technical documentation revision.  
Manual updates are posted in PDF format in the Product Manual area of the Crestron  
website (www.crestron.com).  
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