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Crestron QM-FTCC
FlipTop Computer Center
Operations & Installation Guide
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This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2005 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center Contents FlipTop Computer Center: QM-FTCC 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................1 Features and Functions...........................................................................1 QuickMedia Transport System...............................................................2 Specifications ..............................................................................
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center FlipTop Computer Center: QM-FTCC Introduction Features and Functions The QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center is part of the Crestron MediaManager™ line of network devices, room control systems and signal routing solutions. It is available in six different models. Models DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER COLOR Domestic Models QM-FTCC-B Black with Keypad QM-FTCC-BALUM Brushed Aluminum Domestic Models QM-FTCC-NB-B Black without Keypad QM-FTCC-NB-BALU
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC ® This Cresnet device uses QuickMedia™ technology to facilitate an uncomplicated connection of audio, video, and computer equipment. All media and control signals are routed via a single QuickMedia cable for simple installation. A complete integrated room solution is created with the addition of a QuickMedia receiver (such as the QM-RMCRX-BA) and optional keypads or touchpanels. NOTE: The QM-FTCC is compatible with 2-Series control systems only.
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center CresCAT-QM cable. Installation of any QM device is as simple as installing one set of QM wires from output to input. Installations are flexible, affordable, and fast. The Crestron QuickMedia cable “CresCAT-QM” contains one CAT5E cable ® and one Cresnet cable in siamese jackets. CresCAT-QM Cable NOTE: Do not untwist the two wires in a single twisted pair for more than 1/3-1/2" (0.84 – 1.27 cm) when making a connection. The twists are critic
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC Specifications Specifications for the QM-FTCC are given in the following table. QM-FTCC Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Cresnet Power Usage 8 Watts (0.33 Amp @ 24 VDC) Default Network ID 1A Video Formats RGBHV (VGA), RGsB, YP P B R Video Detection Within 2 seconds Firmware QM-FTCC.V.3.10.upg or later 2-Series Control System Version 3.125.CUZ (for QM-RMCRX-BA) or 1,2 Update Files later Connectors Computer Input (1) DB15HD female, vi
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center Physical Description Refer to the physical views shown below. QM-FTCC Open View QM-FTCC Physical Dimensions – Top View QMI-FTCC Physical Dimensions – Top View Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6313A FlipTop Computer Center: QM-FTCC • 5
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC QM-FTCC-NB – Top View NOTE: The physical dimensions of the NB models are identical to the models with keypad. QM-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Front View QMI-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Front View 6 • FlipTop Computer Center: QM-FTCC Operations & Installation Guide - DOC. 6313A
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center QM-FTCC Bottom View QMI-FTCC Bottom View QM-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Back View QMI-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Back View Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6313A FlipTop Computer Center: QM-FTCC • 7
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC QM-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Side View QMI-FTCC Physical Dimensions - Side View Controls and Ports (Top) Buttons The QM-FTCC can have 10 to 20 engravable, replaceable, programmable buttons. All buttons are functionally identical and have light emitting diodes (LEDs) that serve as user feedback indicators. The illumination of each LED (on/off) is independently addressable, and programmable using SIMPL Windows. 12 3 4 5 Row 1 Row 2 67 89
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center COMPUTER This female DB15HD connector is used for connecting a computer’s RGB video output to the presentation system. A corresponding 3.5 mm mini-jack is provided for the computer sound card output. This port can automatically detect the presence of an H-sync video signal to support RGBHV and RGBS, and component video detection by sensing the green video signal on pin 2 to support RGsB and Y, P , P . Refer to the following table for the DB15HD
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC Ethernet An 8-pin RJ-45 port is used for connection to the Ethernet, providing local area network or Web access (cable is not supplied). Refer to the following table for the Ethernet connector signals and use an appropriate cable. 8 1 Ethernet Connector Pinout PIN SIGNALS 1 TX + passthrough 2 TX - passthrough 3 RC+ passthrough 4 passthrough 5 passthrough 6 RC - passthrough 7 passthrough 8 passthrough Ports (Underside) MI
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center QM This eight-pin RJ-45 transport port, located on the bottom side of the QM-FTCC, allows connection of the QuickMedia cable. It carries audio, video, and microphone signals over CresCAT-QM cable to a QuickMedia receiver or switcher. For more information on QuickMedia refer to page 2. 8 1 RJ-45 QuickMedia Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 PIN WIRE COLORS QM ASSIGNMENT NUMBER RGB, COMPOSITE, COMPONENT (EIA 568B) S-VIDEO, AND AUDIO 1 WHITE
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC The international version (QMI-FTCC) is equipped with a standard IEC-320 electrical appliance coupler. The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is the international standards and conformity assessment body for all fields of electrotechnology. Indicators PWR (Power) This LED illuminates when 24 volts DC is supplied to the QM-FTCC from Cresnet. NET This LED illuminates when communication between the control system and the QM-FTC
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center Setup Network Wiring CAUTION: In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire, and only Crestron Certified Wire, may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies as a result of using improper wire. CAUTION: Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. Failure to do so could cause equipment damage
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC QM Network Wiring When connecting multiple QM devices, the route between a QM origination point (e.g., QM-FTCC) and a QM endpoint (e.g., QM-RMCRX-BA) cannot have more than two midpoints (e.g., QM-MD7x2 or other QM switchers). Refer to the following diagram when configuring a QM network. Refer to Appendix B on page 55 for additional QuickMedia information. QM Network Topology Crestron Toolbox The Crestron Toolbox (replacement for Crestron View
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Crestron QM-FTCC FlipTop Computer Center ™ changed from a personal computer (PC) using SystemBuilder or Crestron Toolbox. NOTE: For detailed information on establishing communication between the PC and control system, refer to “Communication Settings” on page 44. If communication cannot be established, refer to the “Troubleshooting Communications” section in the latest version of the 2-Series Control System Reference Guide (Doc. 6256), which is available from the Crestron website (htt
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FlipTop Computer Center Crestron QM-FTCC Network Device Tree – Sub-Menu 5. Enter a new Net ID and press Enter. Enter New Net ID Repeat this procedure for each additional network device requiring a Net ID change. Installation NOTE: This section does not apply to NB models. The QM-FTCC is shipped with ten large blank buttons. You can order a variety of button kits (sold separately) to add as many as 20 engraved or blank buttons. Button Kits KIT NUMBER DESCRIPTION FT-BTNB-L One
