On January 28, 2015 at 16:55, MiamiHeel said...
Thanks a ton
1) So the XP in PMC3-XP is what allows integration with Crestron equipment?
Yes
2) Is there a difference between 'integration with Crestron equipment' and full on crestron? Especially in regards to 'future proofing'? Would the PMC3-XP allow for that 'future proofing'?
Integrate with Crestron means you can add Crestron devices to the XP processor and still use your Prodigy equipment. Full on Crestron means you have to replace all your prodigy devices to be of a Crestron equivalent, this will also allow for the best future proofing solution. The PMC3-XP will allow for some future proofing but not to the extent that installing a MC3 will provide
3) I dont understand what you mean by "If you only have a PTX3 and third party devices". Especially as it relates to the other processors. I use my system for audio/video control, lighting, and climate control. Does this help? And again, how does this relate to the processor?
I said that because if you didn't have lights, audio, video, and climate you could easily get a 3-series processor and remote for much cheaper. Since you have other prodigy equipment it will cost much more to convert to a full Crestron system
4) RMC3 and MC3 are essentially the same processor with the same limitations? In regards to third party devices? ( Note, I still dont understand this) So, between the 2 processors, the differences are the RMC3 has less connections and no gateway? Essentially, the RMC3 is a cheaper less powerful alternative to the MC3?
Correct
5) If I choose the MC3, assuming I even can, why do I need a gateway? Doesnt this come with a built in gateway?
It does come with a gateway but that gateway isn't compatible with a URC or RTI remote. You need to purchase a Crestron Remote to connect to the gateway on the MC3.
6) The cp2e, AV2, pro2 processors you refer to. Are these Crestron? How do they fit in with all of the above? I have never heard of these and my dealer has never mentioned any of them.
Yes, these are Crestron Processors. Your dealer hasn't mentioned them as they are 2-Series processors. They still work with most current Crestron devices and you can likely find them on EBay for much cheaper than an MC3 or RMC3.
THANKS!!!!
