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Page 3 - Contents; Operations Guide – DOC. 6087
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Contents Network Poll Accelerator: C2N-NPA8 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ................................................
Page 5 - Introduction; Features and Functions
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Network Poll Accelerator: C2N-NPA8 Introduction Features and Functions The Crestron ® Network Poll Accelerator (C2N-NPA8) is a network device that maintains high data throughput and low data latency via Cresnet ® when a large number of Cresnet devices commu...
Page 6 - Specifications; Specifications for the C2N-NPA8 are provided below.; SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 The C2N-NPA8 is powered by a 24 VDC signal (from a 2-Series control system or Creston power supply) applied to the PWR connector on either the NET A or NET B segments. Power is provided to the other segments by connecting jumper wires to each segment that r...
Page 8 - POWER; so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty.; LAN; Only one C2N-NPA8 can be connected to a control system.; TYPE PIN SIGNALS; COMPUTER
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 NOTE: Interface connectors for the PWR and NET ports are provided with the C2N-NPA8. NET A - H These eight segments provide 32 standard (24 Y Z G) Cresnet connectors (in groups of four) for Cresnet device connections. Each group of four supports 32 electric...
Page 9 - the following table for the cable pinouts.; ABBREVIATION
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator the following table for the cable pinouts. Standard DB9 Pin Assignments PIN # ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 1 DCD Data Carrier Detect 2 RD Receive Data 3 TD Transmit Data 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready 5 SG Signal Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready 7 RTS Request To Send 8 C...
Page 10 - LNK; This LED illuminates when there is a connection to the LAN port.; ACT; Industry Compliance
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 PWR (Power) This LED illuminates when a segment is connected to and receives 24 VDC power from an external power pack or a Crestron control system. LNK This LED illuminates when there is a connection to the LAN port. ACT This LED illuminates when there is c...
Page 11 - Resistance Equation; WIRE GAUGE; Mounting Options; Rack Mounting
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator NOTE: When installing network wiring, refer to the latest revision of the wiring diagram(s) appropriate to your specific system configuration, available from the Downloads | Product Manuals | Wiring Diagrams section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com...
Page 12 - CAEN Enclosure Mounting; Hardware Hookup
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 CAEN Enclosure Mounting The C2N-NPA8 can also be installed in a Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN). To install the C2N-NPA8 in a CAEN enclosure, the CAEN Mounting Kit (CAEN-MK) must be used. For installation instructions, refer to the latest version of th...
Page 13 - Cresnet communication. The eight; Power Connections; do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty.
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Cresnet communication. The eight NET (A-H) activity LEDs illuminate when a device on the respective segment transmits data. Segments that are not in use or have devices that are not polled by a Crestron SIMPL Windows program are logically ‘disconnected’ fro...
Page 14 - Communication Connections; Communicating with the C2N-NPA8; Making a Serial Connection; Setup | Communication Settings
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 NOTE: If a Cresnet device connected to a powered segment has its own power source, remove the 24V line from the Cresnet connector on the C2N-NPA8. Although equipment damage is unlikely, Crestron does not recommend applying two power sources to the same segm...
Page 15 - Setting Up TCP/IP Connection; Set as Master
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator • 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. • Hardware handshaking (RTS/CTS) enabled. • Soft...
Page 16 - Send
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 5. Click Send to send the IP table to the C2N-NPA8. If an entry does not already exist, add a corresponding entry for the C2N-NPA8 in the control system’s IP table. Once the IP settings have been defined in the IP tables of the C2N-NPA8 and the control syst...
Page 17 - Troubleshooting Communications
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator To verify communication, click Diagnostics | Establish Communications (Find Rack). This should display a window that gives the IP address and port number. Troubleshooting Communications Use the following checklist if communication cannot be established with...
Page 18 - System Monitoring/Diagnostics with the C2N-NPA8; command in Viewport. A system with a C2N-NPA8; REPORTCRESNET; command in Viewport. The; REPORTCRESNET; command lists each Cresnet ID in the system along with; PASSTHRU NPA; available commands, type; HELP ALL; installs the
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 System Monitoring/Diagnostics with the C2N-NPA8 A C2N-NPA8 in a Cresnet system provides improved troubleshooting abilities for monitoring Cresnet devices. A common problem in building a system is the use of devices with identical Cresnet IDs. In a system wi...
Page 19 - NPA; Programming Software; NOTE
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator NOTE: The C2N-NPA8 must be defined in the control system’s IP table and the control system must be listed in the C2N-NPA8’s IP table before using the NPA ADD IPID command. NOTE: For more information on console commands, refer to the latest version of the 2-...
Page 20 - System Views; Device Library
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 PRO2 System View with C2ENET-1 Installed The System Views lower pane displays the PRO2 system tree. This tree can be expanded to display and configure the communications ports. Expanded PRO2 (with C2ENET-1 Installed) System Tree When a C2N-NPA8 is added to ...
Page 21 - Ethernet Control Modules |; Device Settings
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Ethernet Connection between the Control System and C2N-NPA8 If the C2N-NPA8 is to be connected to a control system via Ethernet, perform the following: In Configuration Manager, drag the C2N-NPA8 from the Ethernet Control Modules | Ethernet Modules (Crestro...
Page 22 - Problem Solving; Troubleshooting the C2N-NPA8; TROUBLE; Troubleshooting Non-Functioning Units
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 Problem Solving Problems may occur with the 2-Series automation control system itself or there may be serial communication difficulties with other devices connected to the control system. The next two sections address possible problem solving tools or proce...
Page 23 - Done; Network Analyzer
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator 1. Connect a DB9 straight-through RS-232 cable between the C2N-NPA8 and a PC. Refer to “Making a Serial Connection” on page 10 for more information. 2. Open Viewport and select Setup | Communication Settings to open the “Port Settings” window. 3. In the win...
Page 24 - Further Inquiries; Check the Crestron website (
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 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 in your area. Dial one of the following numbers. • In the US and Ca...
Page 25 - Software License Agreement; LICENSE TERMS; OTHER LIMITATIONS
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Software License Agreement This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal contract between you (either an individual or a single business entity) and Crestron Electronics, Inc. (“Crestron”) for software referenced in this guide, which includes computer sof...
Page 26 - PROPRIETARY RIGHTS
Network Poll Accelerator Crestron C2N-NPA8 If You are a business or organization, You agree that upon request from Crestron or its authorized agent, You will within thirty (30) days fully document and certify that use of any and all Software at the time of the request is in conformity with Your vali...
Page 27 - Return and Warranty Policies; Merchandise Returns / Repair Service
Crestron C2N-NPA8 Network Poll Accelerator Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange, or service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact the factory and request...
