Crestron HVAC

Addressing: 

• The addressing in the above drivers needs to match the address in Crestron exactly. This should be a 4-digit number.

Driver Properties:

• Inter-Command Delay (ms): This is a delay inserted automatically in-between each command so
  that the 3rd-Party System reads all the commands reliably.
• TCP Port: This allows you to set the port number when using an IP connection to communicate
  with the 3rd-Party System.
• Reconnection Timer: After communication is lost, how many seconds should pass until the
  Communication Failure programming event is fired.
• Connection Status: Shows the current connection status of the driver.
• Emulate Command: Allows you to emmulate a recevied command & pass it to the driver.
  Debug Mode: Set to print to troubleshoot the driver.
  Last Address Received: Shows the last address the driver received.

Crestron Demo Program Guide:

• The program uses a TCP/IP Client (already added) to talk to the Control4 system.
  • The client needs an address of 0.0.0.0
  • Port 1424
• The Control4 driver "HM_Crestron_HVAC.c4z" in Composer will get the IP address of the Crestron Processor in Connections – IP Connections if using IP. Otherwise just bind the RS232 connection from a Control4 controller to a Crestron Processor.
• For each thermostat controller add new required Cresnet device. Copy and paste the correct associated folder.  Press F9 to simply change programming to match new Cresnet ID.
• Address, which should be a three-digit number.

FAQ:

• What communication connections can I use?
  • You can use either RS232 or TCP IP
  • Serial Setting 19200 8 1 N

• Why was this driver created?
  • We had a few requests where Crestron HVAC was in place, but the dealer wanted to change the front end to Control4. This allows you to easily bring the two together.

• What about the Crestron Modules?
  • There is a demo program included in the Driver Pack. This has its own set of help files to assist you in getting the Crestron side up and running. It will require the assistance of a very entry level Crestron Programmer.
  • Drivers only compatible with programming done in Crestron Simpl
  • Will require a Crestron Processor to remain in place. Tested with 2 and 3 Series Processors.

• Is this a 2-Way driver?
  • Yes, it is. If the guidelines in the Crestron Demo Program are followed, any change to the Crestron Dimmer or Relay should feedback to Control4 right away

• Can I try this driver out before buying it?
  • Please do! As with all Homemation Drivers the driver is free for showroom accounts but have also increased the trial period for this driver to 90 days.