Extron electronic IPI 200, IPI 100 User Manual

User’s Manual

INTERCOM	MIC ON	INTERCOM			MIC ON
			LEVEL
					HIGH
					MED
					LOW
	PUSH TO TALK		PUSH TO TALK

	HELP	ROOM	LAB	ADMIN	HELP	SECURITY	LAB	ADMIN
	DESK	101		OFFICE	DESK			OFFICE
	1	2	3	4	1	2	3	4

LEVEL	IPI 204		IPI 104
INTERCOM	MIC ON	INTERCOM	MIC ON

LEVEL

HIGH

MED

LOW

PUSH TO	HELP	PUSH TO	HELP
TALK	DESK	TALK	DESK

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IPI 201

IPI 101

IPI 100 Series

IPI 200 Series

MediaLink™ IP Intercom™ Interfaces

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Precautions

Safety Instructions • English

Thissymbolisintendedtoalerttheuserofimportant operatingandmaintenance(servicing)instructionsin the literature provided with the equipment.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.

Caution

Read Instructions • Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the equipment.

Retain Instructions • The safety instructions should be kept for future reference.

Follow Warnings • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user information.

Avoid Attachments • Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le matériel contient des instructionsimportantesconcernantl’exploitationet la maintenance (réparation).

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dansleboîtierdel’appareilde  tensionsdangereuses non isolées posant des risques d’électrocution.

Attention

Lire les instructions• Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de sécurité et d’exploitation avant d’utiliser le matériel.

Conserver les instructions• Ranger les consignes de sécurité afin de pouvoir les consulter à l’avenir.

Respecter les avertissements • Observer tous les avertissements et consignes marqués sur le matériel ou présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

Eviter les pièces de fixation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils non recommandés par le fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

Warning

Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it.

Power disconnection • To remove power from the equipment safely, remove all power cords from the rear of the equipment, or the desktop power module (if detachable), or from the power source receptacle (wall plug).

Power cord protection • Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.

Servicing • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no userserviceable parts inside. To prevent the risk of shock, do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Slots and openings • If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure, these are provided to prevent overheating of sensitive components inside. These openings must never be blocked by other objects.

Lithium battery • There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Avertissement

Alimentations• Ne faire fonctionner ce matériel qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’appareil. Ce matériel doit être utilisé avec une alimentation principale comportant un fil de terre (neutre). Le troisième contact (de mise à la terre) constitue un dispositif de sécurité : n’essayez pas de la contourner ni de la désactiver.

Déconnexion de l’alimentation• Pour mettre le matériel hors tension sans danger, déconnectez tous les cordons d’alimentation de l’arrière de l’appareil ou du module d’alimentation de bureau (s’il est amovible) ou encore de la prise secteur.

Protection du cordon d’alimentation • Acheminer les cordons d’alimentation de manière à ce que personne ne risque de marcher dessus et à ce qu’ils ne soient pas écrasés ou pincés par des objets.

Réparation-maintenance • Faire exécuter toutes les interventions de réparationmaintenance par un technicien qualifié. Aucun des éléments internes ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. Afin d’éviter tout danger d’électrocution, l’utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de procéder lui-même à ces opérations car l’ouverture ou le retrait des couvercles risquent de l’exposer à de hautes tensions et autres dangers.

Fentes et orifices • Si le boîtier de l’appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices, ceux-ci servent à empêcher les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer. Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais être bloquées par des objets.

Lithium Batterie • Il a danger d’explosion s’ll y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un ype equivalent recommande par le constructeur. Mettre au reut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

DiesesSymbolsolldenBenutzerdaraufaufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses ProduktesgefährlicheSpannungen,dienichtisoliert sind und die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen können, herrschen.

Achtung

Lesen der Anleitungen • Bevor Sie das Gerät zum ersten Mal verwenden, sollten Sie alle Sicherheits-und Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

Aufbewahren der Anleitungen • Die Hinweise zur elektrischen Sicherheit des Produktes sollten Sie aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.

Befolgen der Warnhinweise • Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und Anleitungen auf dem Gerät oder in der Benutzerdokumentation.

Keine Zusatzgeräte • Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgeräte, die nicht ausdrücklich vom Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de operación y mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean destacar en el contenido de la documentación suministrada con los equipos.

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con voltaje peligroso sin protección aislante, que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja o alojamiento del producto, y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocución.

Precaucion

Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación y seguridad, antes de usar el equipo.

Conservar las instrucciones • Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta.

Obedecer las advertencias • Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.

Evitar el uso de accesorios • No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente recomendados por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

Vorsicht

Stromquellen • Dieses Gerät sollte nur über die auf dem Produkt angegebene Stromquelle betrieben werden. Dieses Gerät wurde für eine Verwendung mit einer Hauptstromleitung mit einem geerdeten (neutralen) Leiter konzipiert. Der dritte

Kontakt ist für einen Erdanschluß, und stellt eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar. Diese sollte nicht umgangen oder außer Betrieb gesetzt werden.

Stromunterbrechung • Um das Gerät auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen, sollten Sie alle Netzkabel aus der Rückseite des Gerätes, aus der externen Stomversorgung (falls dies möglich ist) oder aus der Wandsteckdose ziehen.

Schutz des Netzkabels • Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden, daß sie nicht im Weg liegen und niemand darauf treten kann oder Objekte daraufoder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden können.

Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualifiziertem Servicepersonal durchgeführt werden. Die internen Komponenten des Gerätes sind wartungsfrei. Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schocks versuchen Sie in keinem Fall, dieses Gerät selbst öffnen, da beim Entfernen der Abdeckungen die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlags und/oder andere Gefahren bestehen.

Schlitze und Öffnungen • Wenn das Gerät Schlitze oder Löcher im Gehäuse aufweist, dienen diese zur Vermeidung einer Überhitzung der empfindlichen Teile im

Inneren. Diese Öffnungen dürfen niemals von anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

Litium-Batterie • Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie verbrauchte Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen

vergleichbaren Batterietyp, der auch vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemäß den Herstelleranweisungen.

Advertencia

Alimentación eléctrica • Este equipo debe conectarse únicamente a la fuente/tipo de alimentación eléctrica indicada en el mismo. La alimentación eléctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribución general con conductor neutro

a tierra. La tercera pata (puesta a tierra) es una medida de seguridad, no puentearia ni eliminaria.

Desconexión de alimentación eléctrica • Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de alimentación eléctrica al equipo, desenchufar todos los cables de alimentación en el panel trasero del equipo, o desenchufar el módulo de alimentación (si fuera independiente), o desenchufar el cable del receptáculo de la pared.

Protección del cables de alimentación • Los cables de alimentación eléctrica se deben instalar en lugares donde no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos.

Reparaciones/mantenimiento • Solicitar siempre los servicios técnicos de personal calificado. En el interior no hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder. Para evitar riesgo de electrocución, no intentar personalmente la reparación/mantenimiento de este equipo, ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos.

Ranuras y aberturas • Si el equipo posee ranuras o orificios en su caja/alojamiento, es para evitar el sobrecalientamiento de componentes internos sensibles. Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir con otros objetos.

Batería de litio • Existe riesgo de explosión si esta batería se coloca en la posición incorrecta. Cambiar esta batería únicamente con el mismo tipo (o su equivalente) recomendado por el fabricante. Desachar las baterías usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.

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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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. The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in

a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Quick Start Guide — IPI 101, IPI 104

WInstallation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. These products must be used with UL approved, grounded electrical boxes.

To install an Extron IP Intercom® Sytem, follow the steps below:

Step 1

Turn all of the equipment off and disconnect the power cords.

Step 2

Select the installation location and install an electrical wall box for each IPI unit and MLC 226 IP in the system. See “Sample

Applications” on page 2-8 for ideas on designing an intercom system.

Step 3

Install button labels in each of the IPI’s buttons. See page 2-2 for instructions.

Step 4

Mount each IPI into an AAP wallplate or device faceplate, as described on page 2-4.

Step 5

Connect each IPI to an MLC 226 IP via the RJ-45 intercom ports, using a standard CAT 5, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 straight through network cable. See “IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling“ on page 2-6.

IPI 101 AAP or IPI 104 AAP Rear Panel

R	INTERCOM
	AUDIO OUT

MLC 226 IP Rear Panel

	HOST
	CONTROL
	1=DIGITAL I/O
	2=Tx 3=Rx 5=GND
	38400, N, 8, 1
LAN	PRESS TAB WITH
	TWEEKER TO REMOVE

Step 6

Cable each MLC 226 IP to other devices: connect the MLC’s LAN port to the local network via a standard network cable with RJ-45 connector, and, if desired, cable the rear panel Audio connector to speakers for local audio output. Cable other devices (control modules, SCP, IR Emitters) to the MLC as needed.

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Quick Start Guide —­ IPI 101, IPI 104, cont’d

Step 7

Install each MLC 226 IP and IPI into the wallboxes you installed in step 2 above.

Step 8

Connect the console PC(s) to the network.

Step 9

Connect the PC(s) and MLC(s) to power sources and turn on the

PC(s).

Step 10

Configure the MLC 226 IP. Refer to the MLC 226 IP User’s Manual and the Global Configurator help file for instructions.

Step 11

Install the Extron IP Intercom HelpDesk™ software on a PC. See page 4-2 for software installation instructions.

Step 12

Use the IP Intercom HelpDesk software and Configuration Utility to configure all IPI units that are part of the system. See “Setup procedure” on page 4-20 of this manual for instructions on configuring the IPIs.

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Quick Start Guide — IPI 201, IPI 204

WInstallation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. These products must be used with UL approved, grounded electrical boxes.

To install an Extron IP Intercom® System, follow the steps below:

Step 1

Turn all of the equipment off and disconnect the power cords.

Step 2

Select the installation location and install an electrical wall box for each IPI 201 or IPI 204 unit in the system. See “Sample Applications” on page 2-8 for ideas on designing an intercom system.

Step 3

Install button labels in each of the IPI’s buttons. See page 2-2 for instructions.

Step 4

Mount each IPI into an AAP wallplate, mounting bracket for 2-gang wallplates or device faceplate, as described on page 2-4.

Step 5

Cable each IPI to other devices: connect the IPI’s LAN port to the local network via a standard network cable with RJ-45 connector, and, if desired, cable the rear panel Audio connector (see page 2-8) to speakers for local audio output.

Step 6

Install each IPI into the wallboxes you installed in step 2 above.

Step 7

Connect the console PC(s) to the network.

Step 8

Connect the PC(s) and IPI(s) to power sources and turn on the PC(s).

Step 10

Install the Extron IP Intercom HelpDesk software on a PC. See page 4-2 for software installation instructions.

Step 11

Use the IP Intercom HelpDesk software and Configuration Utility to configure all IPI units that are part of the system. See “Setup procedure” on page 4-20 for instructions on configuring the IPIs.

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Table of Contents

Chapter One • Introduction ...................................................	1-1
About this Manual.....................................................................	1-2
Terms used in this manual.....................................................	1-2
Additional reference material...............................................	1-2
About the IP Intercom Modules............................................	1-2
Features.........................................................................................	1-4
System Requirements...............................................................	1-4
Chapter Two • Installation ......................................................	2-1
UL Requirements........................................................................	2-2
Installing or Replacing Button Labels..................................	2-2
Mounting the IPI 101 or IPI 104 into an AAP Wall Plate or
Device Faceplate.........................................................................	2-4
Mounting the IPI 201 or IPI 204 into an AAP Wall Plate or
Device Faceplate.........................................................................	2-5
IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling.....................................	2-6
MLC Audio Connection.............................................................	2-8
Sample Applications..................................................................	2-8
Single PC-to-panel mode........................................................	2-8
Multiple PC-to-panel mode....................................................	2-9
Panel-to-panel mode............................................................	2-11
Intercom with amplifier mode.............................................	2-12
Chapter Three • Operation .....................................................	3-1
Front Panel Features and Operation....................................	3-2
Button Operation.......................................................................	3-3
Push to talk operation............................................................	3-3
Indication (lighting)................................................................	3-4
Chapter Four • Configuration and Control .................	4-1
Software System Requirements............................................	4-2
Installing the Software.............................................................	4-2
Using the Software: an Overview........................................	4-3
Parts of the Main Screen.........................................................	4-5
Speaking to an intercom........................................................	4-6
Making a group announcement............................................	4-6
Listening to an intercom........................................................	4-8
Hands-free operation.............................................................	4-9
Main Screen Menus.................................................................	4-12
File menu...............................................................................	4-12
Tools menu............................................................................	4-12
Intercom menu......................................................................	4-13
Help menu.............................................................................	4-13
Setting preferences..............................................................	4-14

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Table of Contents, cont’d

Configuring the IPI Intercom System.................................	4-16
Parts of the Configuration Utility screen............................	4-17
Configuration Utility menus.................................................	4-18
Tools menu.........................................................................	4-18
Help menu..........................................................................	4-19
Setup procedure...................................................................	4-20
Recording an original message...........................................	4-23
Changing the audio format of existing files......................	4-24

Chapter Five • IPI 201 and IPI 204 Series SIS™
Programming and Control.......................................................	5-1
Host-to-IPI Communications...................................................	5-2
IPI-initiated Messages...............................................................	5-2
Password information............................................................	5-3
Error responses.......................................................................	5-3
Error response references......................................................	5-4
Commands and Reponses.......................................................	5-4
Using the command/response tables....................................	5-4
Symbol definitions.................................................................	5-6
Appendix A • Specifications, Part Numbers, and
Accessories .........................................................................................	A-1
Specifications — IPI 101, IPI 104 Series...............................	A-2
Specifications — IPI 201 and IPI 204 Series........................	A-4
Included Parts (IPI 101 AAP and IPI 104 AAP)...................	A-7
Accessories...................................................................................	A-7
Included Parts (IPI 201 and IPI 204 Series)..........................	A-8
Accessories...................................................................................	A-8

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TOC-ii IPI 100 Series, IPI 200 Series • Table of Contents

IPI 100 Series, IPI 200 Series

Chapter1One

Introduction

About this Manual

About the MediaLink™ IP Intercom® Modules

Features

System Requirements

Introduction

About this Manual

This manual describes how to configure and operate the following Extron MediaLink™ IP Intercom® Modules:

•IPI 101 AAP

•IPI 104 AAP

•IPI 201 Series

•IPI 204 Series

NThe IPI 201 and IPI 204 series include AAP and 2-gang version intercoms.

Terms used in this manual

•The terms “IPI” and “intercom” are used interchangeably in this manual to refer to all models.

•The term “console” refers to a PC that is running the IP Intercom HelpDesk™ software and is connected to one or more IPI Intercom® Systems (MLC 226 IP + IPI 104/101 AAP or stand-alone IPI 201/204 AAP) via a local area network.

•“MLC” refers to an MLC 226 IP MediaLink Controller.

•“WAV” refers to a Waveform audio format file, which has a filename extension of “.wav”.

Additional reference material

The following documents are referred to in this manual. They are available at www.extron.com.

•MLC 226 IP User’s Manual

•IP Intercom brochure

•IP Intercom® Network Impact Statement

•IP Intercom® Best Practices

•Global Configurator Help File (automatically downloaded and installed along with the Global Configurator software)

About the IP Intercom Modules

The Extron MediaLink IPI 104 AAP and IPI 204 are four-button IP intercom modules and the IPI 101 AAP and IPI 201 are one-button IP intercom modules for use with Extron’s two-way IP Intercom System. The IP Intercom System facilitates room-to- help desk or room-to-room communications within a building, a group of buildings, or even greater distances as long as the intercoms are part of the same network. It provides enhanced support using a standard local area or wide area IP network. For an IP Intercom System, each room requires an IPI 201 or IPI 204 intercom, or an MLC 226 IP MediaLink Controller connected to an IPI 104 AAP or IPI 101 AAP.

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NThe IPI 201 and IPI 204 are stand-alone units that do not require a connection to a MediaLink controller.

MediaLink IP Intercom HelpDesk software is installed on a central office or help desk PC to configure and manage IP Intercom System operations.

Connections between the IPI 101 AAP and IPI 104 AAP intercoms with MLC 226 IP and the network are via existing network drops using standard CAT 5, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 cables.

The Windows®-based MediaLink IP Intercom HelpDesk software makes it easy to set up, manage, and monitor the

IP Intercom System. The software also provides the ability for

•faster call response by any available help desk in the system

•enhanced staff utilization by consolidation of monitoring operations

•secure administrator configuration and operator log-in

•making announcements to all intercoms simultaneously

With the paging feature, the help desk operator can page a single room or group of rooms simultaneously. A line level output is available on the back on each MediaLink controller and stand-alone IPI model to mix into a local sound system in each room.

The IP Intercom enables real-time audio monitoring by the help desk for any room where an IPI is installed. Using the IP Intercom HelpDesk software, intercom calls and pages can be logged and dateand time-stamped on the help desk computer. Event logs can be accessed and archived for record keeping and tracking purposes.

In addition to the status monitoring capabilities built into the MLC 226 IP, the IP Intercom makes it possible to monitor audio for each room. For example, if a projector is disconnected from the MLC 226 IP serial port, the GlobalViewer software can be configured to automatically notify a help desk operator or security personnel via e-mail. For immediate notification, e-mails can be sent to multiple addresses including cell phones and wireless PDAs. Help desk operators or other authorized personnel can then use the IP Intercom’s audio monitoring capability to listen to the activity in this room, helping them determine if security personnel should be dispatched to investigate.

NIn some states it is illegal to listen in on rooms. To satisfy legal and privacy requirements, the intercom can play a recurring tone during room monitoring. This tone can be turned on or off in the HelpDesk Preferences.

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Introduction, cont’d

Features

•Two-way, half-duplex voice communications over an IP network

•Compatibility with IP Intercom-enabled MLC 226 IP MediaLink Controllers (IPI 101 AAP and IPI 104 AAP)

•Backlit, configurable Push To Talk buttons

•Integrated speaker and microphone

•Three-position switch to adjust speaker volume levels (IPI 101 AAP and IPI 104 AAP only)

•LED indicator to show when the room is being monitored

•Four space and 2-gang Architectural Adapter Plate (AAP) opening mounting

•Connection via existing network cable drops (one drop per MLC-IPI pair, IPI 101 AAPs and IPI 104 AAPs, only)

System Requirements

The IP Intercom HelpDesk software is available at no charge via the Extron Web site (http://www.extron.com) or the CD that comes with your IPI. To install and run IP HelpDesk, you need a PC with the following things installed:

•Windows 2000 or Windows XP Professional

•Pentium 4, 2 GHz or faster microprocessor

•500 MB RAM, recommended (256 MB minimum)

•50 MB or more available hard disk space

•Windows-supported sound card, microphone, and speakers

•Microsoft Direct X version 9.0c or later

•Microsoft .NET framework, version 2.0 or later

•network card and a network connection

INTERCOM MIC ON INTERCOM MIC ON

PUSH TO TALK

HELP	ROOM	LAB	ADMIN		PUSH TO	HELP
DESK	101		OFFICE		TALK	DESK
1	2	3	4
CONFIG			IPI 204	CONFIG		IPI 201
INTERCOM				INTERCOM
			MIC ON			MIC ON
	PUSH TO TALK
HELP	ROOM	LAB	ADMIN		PUSH TO	HELP
DESK	101		OFFICE		TALK	DESK
1	2	3	4
CONFIG			IPI 204	CONFIG
Extron			IPI 204	Extron		IPI 201

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IPI 100 Series, IPI 200 Series

Chapter2Two

Installation

UL Requirements

Installing or Replacing Button Labels

Mounting the IPI 101 or IPI 104 into an AAP Wall Plate or Device Faceplate

Mounting the IPI 201 or IPI 204 into an AAP Wall Plate or Device Faceplate

IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling

MLC Audio Connection

Sample Applications

Installation

WInstallation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. This product should be used with a UL approved electrical box. See “UL Requirements”, below.

NThe MLC 226 IP to which the IPI intercom is connected must have been shipped after November 16, 2005 and also have firmware version 1.05 or later to support the IPI. To set up the IPI you must use the IPI Intercom HelpDesk. software.

UL Requirements

1.This unit is not to be connected to a centralized DC power source or used beyond its rated voltage range.

2.The IPI 100 AAPs or IPI 200 AAPs must be installed in a 2-gang UL listed junction box.

The UL approved electrical wall box (junction box) is not included with the IPI; the installer is responsible for obtaining and installing the box.

3.The unit must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and with local electrical codes.

Installing or Replacing Button Labels

The button assembly consists of a clear lens cap, the label and a

white diffuser. To remove a button assembly and replace a label:

1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the button assembly away from its plunger/base.

	ON
	MIC
	LEVEL
INTERCOM	HIGH
	MED
	LOW
	ADMINE
	OFFIC

LAB

SECURITY

HELP

DESK

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2.Locate the small corner notch on the lens cap and slide

the screwdriver between the lens cap and the diffuser, as shown in Ç.

Using a rotating motion of the screwdriver (see É), carefully pry the two pieces apart.

3.Replace the label with the new button label.

4.Press the lens cap and diffuser together and reinstall the button assembly into its plunger/base.

5.Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each button you plan to relabel.

			Plunger
			TEXT
	Clear Lens	É	Diffuser
			Button Label

Pry Ç pieces

Notch

Separating the piece button the corner.

Base

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Installation, cont’d

Mounting the IPI 101 or IPI 104 into an AAP Wall Plate or Device Faceplate

The IPI intercom and any other adapter plates must be attached to a device faceplate or AAP wall plate and cabled before the device or wall plate is installed in a wall or furniture. The screws needed for installing the IPI are built into its front panel.

1.Before cables are attached, insert the IPI’s screws through the holes in the device’s faceplate or AAP mounting frame. Secure the intercom module to the faceplate/wall plate with the provided captive washers and #4-40 nuts, as shown below:

#4-40 Nut w/ Captive

Washer

(included)

					AUX
					VIDEO
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		AUTO	VCR		PC
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Extron

MLC 226 IP AAP

MediaLink Controller

IP

AAP

226 MLC

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	LEVELHIG	H
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INTERCO	LOW
	ADMINCE
	OFFI		4
LAB		10
TY
SECURI
HELP
DESK

IPI 104 AAP

Intercom

2.Connect each IPI to an MLC via the RJ-45 intercom ports on both devices using a standard CAT 5, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 straight through network cable. See “IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling” on page 2-6.

3.Mount the AAP mounting frame or other device to the wall, furniture, or rack panel. Follow any special mounting instructions that came with that device.

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Mounting the IPI 201 or IPI 204 into an AAP Wall Plate or Device Faceplate

The IPI 201 and IPI 204 intercoms must be attached to a device faceplate or AAP wall plate and cabled before the device or wall plate is installed in a wall or furniture. Unlike the IPI 100 Series intercoms, the IPI 200 AAP Series intercoms are secured by attaching a clamp bracket to the back of the intercom after it has been inserted through the front of the AAP plate.

1.Before cables are attached, insert the IPI through the front of the device’s faceplate or AAP mounting frame. Secure the IPI to the faceplate/wall plate by attaching the provided clamp bracket.

Extron

IPI 204 AAP

Intercom

(rear view) Clamp Bracket (included)

2. Connect cables to the IPI. See “IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling” on page 2-6.

3. Mount the AAP mounting frame or other device to the wall, furniture, or rack panel. Follow any special mounting instructions that came with that device.

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IPI Rear Panel Features and Cabling

IPI 104 AAP, IPI 101 AAP

Rear Panel

C NO

POWER RELAY AUDIO OUT

Power 3

LAN

Contact

Relay 4

Audio Out 5

1a Intercom Port

2 AAP Mounting Screws (4)

1b LAN Port

2 AAP Mounting Screws (4)

IPI 204 AAP, IPI 201 AAP

Rear Panel

ÄIntercom port (IPI 101 AAP and IPI 104 AAP only) — This port is used for power, control, and voice data communication with the MLC. Plug one end of a standard, straight through, CAT 5, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 cable terminated with RJ 45 connectors into this port. Plug the other end of the cable into the Intercom connector on the MLC 226 IP’s rear panel, as shown in the following figure.

NA 12” (30.5 cm) CAT 6 cable is included with each IPI. If you choose to terminate your own cable, the cable must be no longer than 100’ (30.4 m).

Cables must be terminated to the T586A or T586B standard and both ends of a cable must be wired to the same standard.

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R	INTERCOM
	AUDIO OUT

HOST

CONTROL

1=DIGITAL I/O 2=Tx 3=Rx 5=GND 38400, N, 8, 1

LAN	PRESS TAB WITH
	TWEEKER TO REMOVE

IPI 101 AAP or IPI 104 AAP	MLC 226 IP Rear Panel
Rear Panel

ÅLAN port (IPI 201 AAP and 204 AAP only) — Plug an RJ-45 jack into the LAN connector to connect to a network. The blinking yellow LED indicates LAN activity. The green LED lights to indicate a good LAN connection.

Patch (straight-through) cable					Crossover cable			Side	Clip Down
	Side 1		Side 2		Side 1		Side 2		12345678 Pins
Pin	Wire color	Pin	Wire color	Pin	Wire color	Pin	Wire color		RJ-45
1	White-orange	1	White-orange						connector
				1	White-orange	1	White-green
2	Orange	2	Orange	2	Orange	2	Green
3	White-green	3	White-green	3	White-green	3	White-orange
4	Blue	4	Blue	4	Blue	4	Blue
5	White-blue	5	White-blue	5	White-blue	5	White-blue		12345678
6	Green	6	Green	6	Green	6	Orange
7	White-brown	7	White-brown	7	White-brown	7	White-brown		Twisted
8	Brown	8	Brown	8	Brown	8	Brown
									Pairs
								1&2	7&8
									3&6 4&5
	B AAP mounting screws — These four screws are permanently

attached to the IPI’s faceplate. They are used for mounting the faceplate into another device (such as an MLC 226 IP AAP) or a mounting frame.

	N Steps C to E apply to the IPI 201 and IPI 204 models.
C	Power — Connect a cable between the 2-pole, 3.5,mm captive
	screw connector and a 12 VDC, 2 A power supply (included).
D	Contact Relay — The contact relay connector is used to control
	items such as room lighting, window coverings, and door locks.
	The contact may be used to control any equipment as long as the
	contact specifications of 24 VDC at 1 A are not exceeded.

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E Audio Out — A 3-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector is used for audio output connection. It provides a -10 dBV unbalanced signal that can be connected to local, powered speakers or to any audio or paging system.

MLC Audio Connection

The MLC 226 IP Series controllers that support IPI intercom panels also have a rear panel, line level audio output port that can be connected to local, powered speakers or to any audio or paging system. See the wiring guide in the illustration below.

To/from the IPI 104 AAP or IPI 101 AAP

Rear Panel Intercom Port

To a Speaker,	+
Audio System, or
Paging System

Captive Screw

Connector

Do not tin the wires!

MLC 226 IP Rear Panel

R

INTERCOM

AUDIO

OUT

NThe volume for this audio output can be adjusted via software only.

Sample Applications

There are several ways to make use of an IP Intercom System. To see what you can do with the IPIs, look at the sample scenarios provided in this section.

Single PC-to-panel mode

For a simple intercom system, connect one or more panels to a PC that serves as the help desk console.

1.Connect one or more IPI 201, IPI 204 units, or MLC 226 IP(s) with one or more IPI 101 AAP and/or IPI 104 AAP units to a network using straight-through cable.

2.Using a PC in the same network, configure the IPI systems, assigning the PC’s IP address to one button on each IPI (see chapter 4 ). The button light changes from red tolow amber to indicate it is configured and connected to the PC.

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3.The intercom user presses and holds the button assigned to the PC to initiate talk mode. The button glows bright amber, and the Mic On LED lights.

4.The user speaks into the intercom. Audio is output through the PC speakers at the help desk console.

5.The intercom user releases the button when done speaking.

6.The console operator clicks the Talk button (in the software) or presses the PC’s space bar to respond.

Help Desk Console

IP 10.XX.XX.01

Audio

Card

Office

IP 10.XX.XX.04

PROJECTOR					INTERCOM	MIC ON
ON	OFF	AUTO
		IMAGE	VCR	DVD	AUX
					VIDEO	LEVEL

VOLUME MUTE

			PUSH TO TALK
LAPTOP	PC	HELP	SECURITY	LAB	ADMIN
		DESK			OFFICE
		1	2	3	4

IPI 104

MLC 226 IP

IPI 104 AAP

TCP/IP

Network Straight-through

Network Cable

Classroom									Lab
IP 10.XX.XX.02							IP 10.XX.XX.03
PROJECTOR			INTERCOM	MIC ON	PROJECTOR			INTERCOM	MIC ON
ON OFF AUTO					ON OFF AUTO
IMAGE	VCR	DVD	AUX		IMAGE	VCR	DVD	AUX
			VIDEO	LEVEL				VIDEO	LEVEL

VOLUME	MUTE				VOLUME	MUTE
	LAPTOP	PC	PUSH TO	HELP		LAPTOP	PC	PUSH TO	HELP
			TALK	DESK				TALK	DESK
				IPI 101					IPI 101

MLC 226 IP	MLC 226 IP
MLC 226 IP AAP IPI 101 AAP	MLC 226 IP AAP IPI 101 AAP

Multiple PC-to-panel mode

Some facilities may require a system with two or more console PCs. One may be staffed by a computer applications expert, another by security personnel, and a third by resource aides or lab stockroom staff. Each console is configured to connect with several intercoms, and each intercom is configured to contact up to four consoles.

1.Connect up to a maximum of 125 intercoms (per help desk PC) to a network using straight-through cable.

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2.Connect one or more PCs to the same network and install the IP Intercom HelpDesk Software on each PC.

Read chapter 4 for instructions on how to install and use the software.

4 Consoles (max.)

50 Intercoms (max.)

Chem Lab Stockroom

Straight-through

Network Cable

Office

IP 10.XX.XX.07

IP 10.XX.XX.03	Audio Card	Lab 10.XX.XX.06
		IP
	Campus	Police

IP 10.XX.XX.02	MIS		DeskHelp	TCP/IP Network	Classroom	10.XX.XX.05IP	PROJECTOR	ON OFF IMAGE	VOLUME	LAPTOP PC	IP226MLC
	Audio	Card						VCR DVD
								AUX VIDEO
								AUTO	MUTE
										PUSH TO TALK
10.XX.XX.01IP	Audio	Card			Classroom	10.XX.XX.04IP	PROJECTOR	AUX VIDEO	VOLUME	PC
								OFFON IMAGE		LAPTOP
								DVD
								VCR
								AUTO	MUTE

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3.Configure the intercoms and set up the intercom list for each console PC. Each console could be set up to monitor a different group of intercoms, but most likely the lists will overlap.

In this example, an installation in one building of a college campus, each room (classroom, lab, or office) contains

an intercom. Configure one button on each intercom to contact the computer help desk, and another button on each intercom to contact the campus security department. However, only the intercoms located in physical sciences classrooms and laboratories have a third button configured to contact the PC console in the lab stockroom. Only the intercoms installed in offices have a button configured to call the registration department’s console.

4.Once the system is configured, each intercom user presses and holds a button to initiate talk mode. The button glows bright amber, and the Monitor LED lights.

5.The user speaks into the intercom. Audio plays through the speakers or headset at the console the pressed button was configured to call.

6.The intercom user releases the button when done speaking.

7.The console operator clicks the Talk button (in the software) or presses the PC’s space bar to reply.

Panel-to-panel mode

You do not need to include a console PC as a permanent part of an IP Intercom System. Here is an example in which panels are configured to “talk” to each other. The software does not need to be running during intercom system operation.

NPanel to panel mode will only work when both panels are in the same network subnet.

1.Connect two IPI 101 AAPs and their MLC 226 IPs to a network using straight-through cable.

2.Using a PC connected to the same network (as shown in the following figure), configure the two IPI systems. Read chapter 4 for instructions on how to use the software for configuration.

3.Close the configuration program. The PC can be disconnected from the network or used for other functions.

4.Push the button on one IPI to contact the other IPI. On the calling IPI, the microphone is enabled, the Mic On LED lights, and the button’s light changes from low amber to bright/high amber. On the IPI being called, the button’s light changes from low amber to bright/high amber.

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Connect for configuration. This connection is not needed for later operation.

Configuration Console PC

IP 10.XX.XX.01

TCP/IP

Network Straight-through

Network Cable

Classroom	Lab
IP 10.XX.XX.02	IP 10.XX.XX.03

PROJECTOR

INTERCOM

MIC ON

PROJECTOR

INTERCOM

MIC ON

ON

OFF

AUTO

ON

OFF

AUTO

IMAGE

VCR

DVD

AUX

IMAGE

VCR

DVD

AUX

VIDEO

LEVEL

VIDEO

LEVEL

VOLUME

MUTE

VOLUME

MUTE

LAPTOP

PC

PUSH TO

HELP

LAPTOP

PC

PUSH TO

HELP

TALK

DESK

TALK

DESK

IPI 101

IPI 101

MLC 226 IP	MLC 226 IP
MLC 226 IP AAP IPI 101 AAP	MLC 226 IP AAP IPI 101 AAP

Intercom with amplifier mode

The MLC’s Audio Out 2-pole captive screw connector outputs a -10 dBV audio signal that can be routed to an MPA 122 or any external audio amplifier, then to speakers.

1.Cable the system as shown in the following diagram.

2.Power on the equipment.

3.Make fine adjustments to output level using the Remote Line slider in the Advanced Settings part of the HelpDesk software. The external amplifier (the MPA 122 in this example) must be adjusted properly to avoid any audio signal clipping or audio distortion.

4.If desired, use the software to adjust to minimum levels the MLC’s audio output, the IPI’s speaker output, or both.

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ON

STEREO LEVEL

BASS

TREBLE

LIMITER

OFF	MONO		MPA 122
	DUAL
			MINI POWER AMPLIFIER
INPUTS			MPA 122
	C	US	OUTPUTS
			4/8 Ohms

POWER			REMOTE
12V	L	R	10V	L	R
3A MAX			VOL/MUTE

MPA 122

SI 26W

IPI 104 AAP, IPI 101 AAP

Rear Panel

R	INTERCOM	HOST
		CONTROL
	AUDIO OUT	1=DITIGAL I/O
		2=Tx 3=Rx 5=GND
		38400, N, 8, 1
	LAN	PRESS TAB WITH
		TWEEKER TO REMOVE

MLC 226 IP

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Installation, cont’d

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Chapter3Three

Operation

Front Panel Features and Operation

Button Operation

Operation

Front Panel Features and Operation

A B

C D

Speaker — This integrated speaker provides mono output at the IPI panel.

Mic On LED — This LED lights under two circumstances:

•When a configured Push to Talk button is pressed.

•To indicate that someone at the help desk console is listening and that the intercom is in monitoring mode. Monitoring mode permits hands-free operation: the user does not have to press the Push to Talk button to speak into the intercom. It also lets help desk staff monitor what is happening to determine whether to send security personnel to that room.

Microphone — Speak into the microphone, which is behind this opening.

Level switch — This three-position switch lets	LEVEL
			HIGH
you change the speaker’s loudness level (IPI 100			MED
series, only).			LOW

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