Crestron FT2-500-ELEC Quick Start

Brand: Crestron

Model: FT2-500-ELEC

Type: Quick Start

Quick Start

The Crestron® FT2-500-ELEC FlipTop™ cable management system

device, for simplicity within this document called the FlipTop assembly,

installs into a table or other horizontal surface to provide modular

tabletop connectivity for users. The one-touch lid on the unit conceals

eight module slots arranged in two rows of four.

The FlipTop assembly includes six pass-through cable modules and two

blank plate modules. Each pass-through cable module accommodates

a Crestron FT2A-CBL-PT Series Pass-Through Cable (not included) and

various other third-party interface cables. Use blank plate modules to

cover any unused module slots within the FlipTop assembly.

An included power pack, power supply holder, power cord, and DC

power splitter energize the two power buses located within the

FlipTop assembly. A second power pack with power supply holder

(not included) is required if two Crestron FT2A-CHGR-USBA/C USB

Rapid Charging Modules (not included) are installed in a single FlipTop

assembly.

The flexible modular design of the FlipTop assembly can be customized

with an assortment of Crestron accessories (not included):

• FT2A-CBL-PT is a series of pass-through cables optimized for

the provided pass-through cable modules.

• FT2A-CBLR-GR is a series of gravity cable retractors. Each cable

in the retractor pulls out up to 3 ft (0.9 m) and retracts gently

back into the FlipTop assembly.

• FT2A-CBLR-1T is a series of one-touch cable retractors. Each

cable in the retractor pulls out up to 5 ft (1.5 m) and retracts

when the cable retractor button is pressed or a Crestron control

system automatically retracts the cable.

• FT2A-CP is a series of active connector plate modules. Each

module provides panel mounted connectors, which allow the

connection of devices using separate, detached interface cables

(not included).

• FT2A-CHGR-USBA/C is a USB rapid charging module. It provides

one USB Type-C™ charging port and one USB Type-A charging

port.

• FT2A-PWR-US is a series of AC power outlet modules that

provide one or more NEMA 5 type receptacles above the table.

The basic model provides one additional outlet below the table;

the other models provide two.

• FT2A-UTK-SHELF is an under-table utility shelf capable of

holding HDMI® switches or HDBaseT® transmitters.

• FT2A-UTK-PWS is a power supply for the FlipTop assembly. A

maximum of two power supplies may be connected to a single

FlipTop assembly.

• FT2A-PLT-BLANK-10 is a pack of 10 blank plate modules used

to supplement those provided with the FlipTop assembly. Each

module covers one unused module slot within the assembly.

• FT2A-PLT-PT-10 is a pack of 10 pass-through cable modules used

to supplement those provided with the FlipTop assembly. Each

module accommodates a Crestron FT2A-CBL-PT Series

Pass-Through Cable or a third-party interface cable.

NOTE: For more information about FlipTop assembly

accessories, refer to the specific product manual located at

www.crestron.com/manuals.

Check the Box

Item Qty

FT2-500-ELEC 1

Bars, Locking, with Screws (P/N 4528034) 3

Cable, DC Power Splitter,Single 2.1 mm to Dual 2.1 mm

(P/N 2050094)

Connector, 3-Pin (P/N 2003575) 2

Holder, Power Supply (P/N 2048887) 1

Module, Blank Plate (P/N 2049602) 2

Module, Pass-Through Cable (P/N 4526880) 6

Power Cord, 5 ft 10 in. (1.78 m) (P/N 2042043) 1

Power Pack, 24 VDC, 2.5 A, 100-240 VAC (P/N 2045873) 1

Template, Cutout (P/N 4528039) 1

Tie Wrap (P/N 2047935) 2

FT2-500-ELEC-AL Only

Bezel, FT2-500, Alloy (P/N 4528032) 1

FT2-500-ELEC-B Only

Bezel, FT2-500, Black (P/N 4528031) 1

Mount the FlipTop Assembly

The next two sections describe the mounting procedure.

Cut the Mounting Hole

NOTE: Before cutting the mounting hole, check underneath the table

for any obstructions that may impede the installation of the FlipTop

assembly, retractors, and accessories.

1. Trace an outline of the mounting hole onto the table using the

included cutout template.

2. Cut a mounting hole in the table with an appropriate saw.

Secure the FlipTop Assembly

To secure the FlipTop assembly:

1. If using a single power supply, connect the dual connector ends

of the included DC power splitter cable to the two barrel jacks in

the bottom of the power bus so the cable may be accessed later.

For location of the barrel jacks, refer to “Connect the FlipTop

Assembly.”

DC Power Splitter Cable (Included)

2. Ensure that all four swiveling dogs are positioned inside of

the FlipTop assembly, and then insert the assembly into the

mounting hole until the top lip is flush with the table surface.

CAUTION: Set the screwdriver torque to its lowest setting to

avoid stripping the swiveling dogs and damaging the table.

If removing the FlipTop assembly from the table, ensure that

the screwdriver rotation is set correctly before loosening the

swiveling dogs.

3. Carefully tighten the four swiveling dogs in each corner of the

FlipTop assembly clockwise until the assembly is secured in place

against the table. Do not overtighten the swiveling dogs.

Location of Swiveling Dogs

Swiveling

dogs (4)

Retractable

lid

FlipTop

assembly

Connect the FlipTop Assembly

Access the two network connectors and two power bus barrel jacks on

the underside of the FlipTop assembly.

Location of 3-Pin Network Connectors and Power Bus Barrel Jacks

FlipTop assembly

(bottom view)

Power

bus

barrel

jacks

(2)

3-Pin network

connector

3-Pin

network

connector

Connect the Network

Automate one touch retractors by connecting all the retractors in a

FlipTop to a control system and a switch, or to a DMPS via a single

Cresnet® cable. Custom programming can trigger all the retractors

after five minutes of no video detected.

Connect the FlipTop assembly to a Crestron control system or DMPS3

via the 3-pin connectors using standard Cresnet cable. The red power

lead is not connected and should be terminated.

3-Pin Connector with Wires Attached

White (Y)

Blue (Z)

Black (G)

Connect and Place the Power Supply

The FlipTop assembly ships with one 24 VDC power supply that is

used to supply power to the power bus in the assembly. There are six

possible locations to attach the power supply. Connect the power

supply prior to installing any modules.

NOTE: Two power supplies are required if installing two

FT2A-CHGR-USBA/C modules in the FlipTop assembly. For more

information, refer to the FT2A-CHGR-USBA/C Installation Guide

(Doc. 8219) at www.crestron.com/manuals.

To connect the power supply to the power bus:

1. Underneath the table, connect the power supply to the bottom

of the power bus:

• If connecting one power supply, connect the power

supply’s power cord to the single connector end of the DC

power splitter cable. Refer to step 1 in “Secure the FlipTop

Assembly.”

• If connecting two power supplies, connect each power

supply’s power cord to a barrel jack in the power bus.

2. Use the two included tie wraps to dress the power cord.

3. Slide the power supply into the power supply holder until it is

secured in place.

4. Insert the power supply holder into the side of the FlipTop

assembly so that the four mounting posts on the rear of the

holder engage the four rectangular slots in one of the six

mounting locations.

Location of Power Supply

Power

supply

FlipTop

assembly

Rectangular

slots (4)

Power

supply

holder

5. Slide the holder downward until it is secured to the FlipTop

assembly.

FT2-500-ELEC

FlipTop™ Cable Management System FT2 Series, 500 Size, Electrical

Mounting Locations of Power Supply

Power supply

mounting locations (6)

6. Connect the included 5 ft 10 in. (1.78 m) power cord to the power

jack on top of the power supply, and then connect the other end

to a power source. Do not apply power until all modules have

been installed and all connections have been made to the FlipTop

assembly.

Install the Modules

NOTE: Installation procedures for most modules are available in

separate product documentation. For more information, refer to the

specific product manual located at www.crestron.com/manuals.

The following sections provide best practices and installation

procedures for pass-through cable modules and blank plate modules.

Position the Modules

NOTE: The FlipTop assembly includes six FT2A-PLT-PT pass-through

cable modules and two FT2A-PLT-BLANK blank plate modules. No

other modules are included.

Follow the best practices below when performing module installation.

• Perform module installation in the following order:

1. AC Power Outlet Modules (FT2A-PWR-US)

2. Retractor modules (FT2A-CBLR-1T and FT2A-CBLR-GR)

3. All other modules (FT2A-CP, FT2A-CHGR-USBA/C,

FT2A-PLT-PT, and FT2A-PLT-BLANK)

• Place the FT2A-CBLR-GR modules only at the ends of a module

row.

• Dress all cables after installing each module.

Install the Pass-Through Cable Module

Each pass-through cable module is packaged with one nylon grommet

and one cable plate. One empty module slot is required for installation.

To assemble and install the pass-through cable modules into the FlipTop

assembly:

1. Separate the grommet.

2. Insert the cable into the grommet with the connector facing up

toward the end user.

NOTE: The grommet is optional. It fits 10mm or smaller cables

(non-4K cables such as USB, CAT6, VGA, and audio). Omit the

grommet if installing larger cables (such as Crestron 4K video

cables) into the module.

3. Press the grommet back together to secure the cable inside.

4. Push the grommet and cable into the hole in the cable plate.

5. Insert the cable plate into one of the three slots in the

pass-through module. The top of the cable connector should sit

flush with the top of the module.

NOTE: If the cable connector extends past the top of the

pass-through module, the FlipTop assembly lid cannot close.

Location of Cable Plates within the Pass-Through Cable Module

The cable plate

with the nylon

grommet may be

installed in one of

these three slots.

Pass-through

module (with side

plate removed)

6. Attach the side plate to the module by snapping the plastic clips

on the plate into the two slots on the module.

NOTE: Ensure that the cable moves freely in the module prior to

attaching the side plate, as the plate is difficult to remove once

it is attached. If the side plate must be removed, use a small, flat

object (such as a flat-head screwdriver) to carefully pry the plastic

clips on the side plate off of the module near the two slots.

Location of Plastic Clips on Side Panel

Snap to attach

(or pry to remove)

the plastic clips

from the slots on

a pass-through

module.

7. Feed the other end of the cable through an empty module slot in

the FlipTop assembly.

8. Slide the pass-through cable module into the empty module slot

in the FlipTop assembly. Use the guide ribs on the front and rear of

each module to help position the module in the assembly.

Install the Blank Plate Module

Two blank plate modules are included to fill empty slots in module rows.

Each module requires one empty module slot for installation.

Blank Plate

Blank plate module

To install a blank plate module into the FlipTop assembly, slide the

module down into the appropriate module slot. Use the guide ribs on

the front and rear of the module to help position it in the assembly.

Install the Locking Bars

1. Place the locking bars into position so that the screws attached to

the locking bars engage the screw holes in the FlipTop assembly.

2. Using a manual torque screwdriver set to its lowest possible

setting, hand tighten the locking bar screws until the locking bars

are secured to the FlipTop assembly.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the locking bar screws.

Position of Locking Bars

Locking

bars (3)

FlipTop

assembly

Install the Bezel

Place the bezel onto the FlipTop assembly so that the retractable lids fit

inside the bezel openings. The bezel is held in place using magnets.

Position of Bezel

Retractable

lid

Lid

retraction

button

Bezel

opening

for

retractable

lid

Operate the FlipTop Assembly

To operate the FlipTop assembly:

1. Tap the lid retraction button to retract the one-touch lid, which

disappears into the assembly.

2. Pull out a cable and lay it on the tabletop.

3. Lift the cable vertically above the FlipTop assembly to retract the

cable gently back into the assembly.

4. Close the lid by lifting it vertically and returning it over the FlipTop

assembly.

Additional Information

Scan or click the QR code for detailed product information on the

Crestron website.

FT2-500-ELEC

Compliance and Legal

Original Instructions: The U.S. English version of this document is the original instructions. All

other languages are a translation of the original instructions.

As of the date of manufacture, the product has been tested and found to comply with

specifications for CE marking.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

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.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

The product warranty can be found at www.crestron.com/warranty.

The specific patents that cover Crestron products are listed at

www.crestron.com/legal/patents.

Certain Crestron products contain open source software. For specific information, please visit

www.crestron.com/opensource.

Crestron, the Crestron logo, Cresnet, and FlipTop are either trademarks or registered

trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDBaseT

is either a trademark or registered trademark of the HDBaseT Alliance in the United States

and/or other countries. HDMI and the HDMI logo are either trademarks or registered

trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and/or other countries. The UR logo

is either a trademark or registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. in the United

States and/or other countries. USB Type-C is either a trademark or registered trademark of

the USB Implementers Forum in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks,

registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the

entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary

interest in the marks and names of others. Crestron is not responsible for errors in typography

or photography.

Crestron Electronics, Inc.

15 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647

Tel: 888.CRESTRON

Fax: 201.767.7576

www.crestron.com

Quick Start - Doc. 8405B

(2052788)

04.19

Specifications subject to

change without notice.

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