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Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Contents Telephone Interface Module: CEN-TIA 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ..............................................
Page 5 - Introduction; Features and Functions; DTMF Control Interface
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Telephone Interface Module: CEN-TIA Introduction Features and Functions • Remote control access from any phone • Custom door chime, ringer and alarm sounds • Personalized voice prompts • Caller ID (CID) • Telephone paging for multiroom audio systems • Push...
Page 6 - Caller ID; The CEN-TIA adds telephone paging capability to any Crestron Home; Speakerphone; Enable speakerphone capability on your Crestron; Outlook and Palm Address Book Import Compatibility; Internal Block Diagram
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Caller ID See who is calling before you answer by displaying Caller ID (CID) information on every touchpanel. Manage missed calls easily with complete caller information and management options displayed on the touchpanel screen. Telephone Paging The CEN-TI...
Page 7 - Specifications; Specifications for the CEN-TIA are listed in the following table.; SPECIFICATION DETAILS; Physical Description
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Specifications Specifications for the CEN-TIA are listed in the following table. CEN-TIA Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Audio: Frequency Response ( AUDIO OUT ) 20Hz to 20kHz ± 0.5dB from MP3 file or AUDIO IN sources; 300Hz to 3kHz –3dB from PHONE LIN...
Page 9 - INDICATORS
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Connectors, Controls, & Indicators # CONNECTORS*, CONTROLS, & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 1 PWR LED Green LED indicates 24 Volts DC power supplied from Cresnet control network. 2 NET LED Yellow LED indicates communication with Cresnet System. 3 ACT LED ...
Page 10 - Industry Compliance; The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Connectors, Controls, & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS*, CONTROLS, & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 14 NET Four-position terminal block connector for data and power. Connects to Cresnet control network. Pin 1 (24) Power Pin 2 (Y) Data Pin 3 (Z) Data P...
Page 12 - Setup; Network Wiring
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Setup Network Wiring When wiring the network, consider the following: • Use Crestron Certified Wire. • Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. • Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable resul...
Page 13 - Hardware Hookup; Ventilation
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Hardware Hookup Ventilation The CEN-TIA should be used in a well-ventilated area. If the CEN-TIA is hot to the touch, consider using forced air ventilation and/or incrementing the spacing between units. To prevent overheating, do not operate this product i...
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Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Hardware Connections for the CEN-TIA (Rear) PHONE LINE LAN: 10 BaseT/100 BaseTX HIGH SPEED ETHERNET TO LAN MEMORY: MMC CARD SLOT AUDIO INPUT: BALANCED AND UNBALANCED AUDIO SIGNALS FROM LOCAL AUDIO SOURCES AUDIO OUTPUT: BALANCED AND UNBALANCED AUDIO SIGNALS...
Page 15 - Programming Software; Have a question or comment about Crestron software?; First-time users will need to establish a user account.; Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC; Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows; TASK REQUIRED; Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s Tr...
Page 16 - Programming with Crestron Toolbox Text Console; COMMAND COMMAND
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Programming with Crestron Toolbox Text Console There are a number of commands that can only be executed at the command line interface provided by the Crestron Toolbox Text Console. Text Console Commands COMMAND COMMAND SYNTAX DESCRIPTION ADDRBOOK ADD ADDRB...
Page 18 - Programming with SIMPL Windows; While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the CEN-TIA as it relates
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Text Console Commands (Continued) COMMAND COMMAND SYNTAX DESCRIPTION RSTOP RSTOP [<RECORDERID>] Stops recording an audio file. SCRIPT SCRIPT <FILENAME> Runs the specified script. STOP STOP [<PLAYERID>] STOP <PLAYERNAME> Stop playing...
Page 19 - Device Library
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module • To incorporate the CEN-TIA into the system as an Ethernet device, drag the CEN-TIA (Ethernet) from the Ethernet Control Modules | Ethernet Audio Modules folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views. Locating the Ethernet CEN-TIA in the De...
Page 21 - Programming Manager; Example Program
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Programming Manager Programming Manager is the view where programmers "program" a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols. The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View . A description of th...
Page 22 - Uploading and Upgrading; Establishing Communication; Direct Serial Communication; Click the; Next
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Uploading and Upgrading Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features. However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary t...
Page 23 - Install the software automatically (Recommended); radio button; When the wizard completes, click the; Finish; CEN-TIA connects to control system via Cresnet.
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module • Click the Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button and then click Next . • When the wizard completes, click the Finish button. Indirect Serial Communication Indirect Serial Communication PC RUNNING CRESTRON TOOLBOX CONTROL SYSTEM CEN...
Page 24 - TCP/IP Communication; Functions | Ethernet Addressing; Programs and Firmware; SIMPL Windows; Functions | Firmware...
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA TCP/IP Communication Ethernet Communication PC RUNNING CRESTRON TOOLBOX CEN-TIA ETHERNET • Establish direct USB communication between CEN-TIA and PC. • DHCP is enabled by default on the CEN-TIA. If you have to disable it and manually establish an IP addres...
Page 25 - Program Checks; Cresnet Connections; Tools | Network Device Tree; ) to show all network devices connected to the control; Functions; menu to display actions that can be performed on the CEN-TIA.
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Program Checks Actions that can be performed on the CEN-TIA vary depending on whether it is connected via Cresnet or Ethernet. Cresnet Connections For Cresnet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the network device tree ( Tools | Network Device Tre...
Page 26 - Operation
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Operation The CEN-TIA uses audio messages as voice prompts and responses. These files can be WAV or MP3 files. Pre-recorded message files can be downloaded from Crestron’s website ( ftp://ftp.crestron.com ). A Cresnet system with the CEN-TIA may be program...
Page 27 - Problem Solving; Troubleshooting; TROUBLE
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. CEN-TIA Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) ...
Page 28 - Check Network Wiring; Use the Right Wire; R x P; Strip and Tin Wire
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA Check Network Wiring Use the Right Wire 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 suppo...
Page 29 - Reference Documents; DOCUMENT TITLE; Further Inquiries; ) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices.; Future Updates
Crestron CEN-TIA Telephone Interface Module Reference Documents The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from the Crestron website. This link will provide a list of product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number. List of Related Reference Documen...
Page 30 - Return and Warranty Policies; Merchandise Returns / Repair Service
Telephone Interface Module Crestron CEN-TIA 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 an authorized CRESTRON...
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