Extron electronic IPL 250 User Manual
Reference Manual
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IPL 250
IP Link® Ethernet Controller
68-1715-01 Rev. A
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Precautions
Safety Instructions • English
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in 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 instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation et la maintenance
(réparation).
Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dans le boîtier de l’appareil
de tensions dangereuses 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 xation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils non recommandés par le
fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.
Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch
Dies es Symbol soll dem Benut zer in der im Liefer umfang ent haltenen
Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung
(Instandhaltung) geben.
Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des
Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen, die nicht isoliert 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.
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 user-serviceable 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 réparation-maintenance 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 orices • 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.
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 darauf- oder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden können.
Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualiziertem 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 empndlichen 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.
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.
安全须知 • 中文
这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中有重要的操作和维护说明。
这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴露的危险电 压，有触电危险。
注意
阅读说明书 • 用户使用该设备前必须阅读并理 解所有安全和使用说明。
保存说明书 • 用户应保存安 全说明书以备将来使用。
遵守警告 • 用户应遵守产品和用户 指南上的所有安全和 操作说明。
避免追加 • 不要使用该产品厂商没有推荐的工具或追加设备，以避免危险。
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 calicado. 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.
警告
电源 • 该设备只能使用产品上标明的电源。 设备必须使用有地线的供电系统供电。 第三条线
（地线）是安全设 施，不能不用或跳过 。
拔掉电源 • 为安全地从设备拔掉电源，请拔掉所有设备后或桌面电源的电源线，或任何接到市
电系统的电 源线。
电源线保护 • 妥善布线， 避免被 踩踏，或 重物挤压。
维护 • 所有维修必须由认证的维修人员进行。 设备内部没有用户可以更换的零件。为 避免出
现触电危险不要自己试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。
通风孔 • 有些设备机壳 上有通风槽或孔，它们是用来防止机内敏感元件过热。 不要用任 何东
西挡住通风 孔。
锂电池 • 不正确的更换电池会有爆炸的危险。必须使用与厂家推荐的相同或相近 型号的电池。
按照生 产厂的建议处 理废弃电池。
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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This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.
For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,
EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and related topics, click here.
Table of Contents
Chapter One • Introduction ......................................................................................................1-1
About This Manual ....................................................................................................................1-2
About the IPL 250 .......................................................................................................................1-2
Features ......................................................................................................................................1-2
General features .................................................................................................................. 1-2
Network and configuration features .................................................................................1-2
Controlling other devices .........................................................................................................1-3
IR and RS-232 Device Control .............................................................................................1-3
How the IPL 250 Works: Components and Interactions .....................................1-4
Creating a Control System Using the IPL with Optional
Extron TouchLink™ Touchpanels ........................................................................................1-5
System Requirements..............................................................................................................1-5
Hardware requirements ........................................................................................................... 1-5
Software requirements ............................................................................................................1-5
Chapter Two • Hardware Features and Installation ............................................... 2-1
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation .............................................. 2-2
Front Panel Features ................................................................................................................ 2-3
IR learning sensor ......................................................................................................................2-3
Reset features ............................................................................................................................2-3
Mounting the IPL 250 ..............................................................................................................2-4
Rack mounting ..........................................................................................................................2-4
UL rack mounting guidelines ..............................................................................................2-4
Rack mounting with a rack shelf ........................................................................................ 2-4
Rack mounting with brackets ............................................................................................. 2-5
Furniture mounting ..................................................................................................................2-5
Mounting to a projector mount pole ....................................................................................2-5
Rear Panel Features and Connections ........................................................................... 2-6
Power connection ..................................................................................................................... 2-6
Bidirectional control and communication connections .......................................................2-6
Unidirectional control and communication connections ....................................................2-8
Resetting the Unit...................................................................................................................2-10
Application Diagram .............................................................................................................. 2-11
Chapter Three • Software-based Configuration and Control ........................3-1
Configuration and Control: an Overview ...................................................................3-2
The Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Chapter and Other Resources ...... 3-2
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Communicating with the IPL .............................................................................................. 3-3
Configuring the IPL for Network Communication ................................................3-3
Configuring the IPL for network use via Global Configurator...........................................3-3
Configuring the IPL for network use via the ARP command .............................................3-4
Configuring the IPL for network use via a Web browser....................................................3-5
Configuring the IPL for network use via SIS™ commands and Telnet ...............................3-6
Setting up the PC for IP communication with an IPL 250 ...................................................3-7
Global Configurator Software for Windows® .........................................................3-9
Downloading the software and getting started ................................................................ 3-10
PC system requirements .........................................................................................................3-10
For the IPL, Global Configurator ......................................................................................3-10
For a system that includes TouchLink touchpanels and GUI Configurator .................... 3-10
Using Global Configurator: helpful tips ..............................................................................3-10
Resources and notes .......................................................................................................... 3-10
A brief guide to Global Configurator’s tabs .................................................................... 3-11
Advanced Configuration .....................................................................................................3-12
IR learning to create customized IR driver files ..................................................................3-12
Printing a wiring block diagram or a GUI configuration report ......................................3-12
Updating firmware .................................................................................................................3-12
Advanced serial port control ................................................................................................. 3-13
Serial pass-through (redirect mode) .................................................................................3-13
Direct port access (ports 2001 through 2003) .................................................................. 3-14
Serial bridging ...................................................................................................................3-15
Hardware connection ..................................................................................................3-15
Serial bridge configuration .........................................................................................3-15
Saving and uploading the configuration ............................................................................ 3-16
Controlling an IPL 250 ........................................................................................................... 3-17
Embedded Web pages............................................................................................................3-17
Status ..................................................................................................................................3-18
System Status ...............................................................................................................3-18
Configuration ....................................................................................................................3-19
System Settings ............................................................................................................3-19
Port Settings .................................................................................................................3-20
IR Drivers ......................................................................................................................3-21
Passwords .....................................................................................................................3-21
Email Alerts ..................................................................................................................3-22
Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................................3-22
File Management...............................................................................................................3-23
GlobalViewer® Web Pages ..................................................................................................... 3-24
Controlling the IPL 250 with a Touchpanel ..............................................................3-27
Customizing the IPL’s Control Web Pages ................................................................. 3-28
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................3-29
Power connections ..................................................................................................................3-29
Data connections ....................................................................................................................3-29
Device control connections and configuration ..................................................................3-29
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Chapter Four • SIS™ Programming and Control ........................................................4-1
Host-to-IPL Communications ...............................................................................................4-2
IPL 250-initiated messages ....................................................................................................... 4-2
Password information .............................................................................................................. 4-2
Error responses ..........................................................................................................................4-3
Error response references ........................................................................................................4-3
Commands and Reponses .....................................................................................................4-3
Using the command/response tables .....................................................................................4-3
Entering SIS commands: helpful tips ......................................................................................4-4
Symbol definitions ....................................................................................................................4-5
Command/response table for SIS commands ........................................................................ 4-8
Chapter Five • Special Applications ....................................................................................5-1
Customizing HTML Files to Control Devices, Modify
Embedded Web
Pages, and Send E-mail Alerts .............................................................................................5-2
Creating and using server side includes (SSIs) .......................................................................5-2
About server side includes and the IPL 250 .......................................................................5-2
SSI command types and syntax ........................................................................................... 5-3
Host vs. remote commands ...........................................................................................5-3
Command syntax ...........................................................................................................5-3
Example: SSI use in notification e-mails .......................................................................5-3
SSI use in an IPL’s Web page ..........................................................................................5-4
Creating and using query strings ............................................................................................5-5
Query string command types and syntax ...........................................................................5-5
Host vs. remote commands ...........................................................................................5-5
Command syntax ...........................................................................................................5-5
Appendix A • Reference Material ........................................................................................ A-1
Specifications .............................................................................................................................. A-2
Part Numbers ............................................................................................................................... A-4
Included parts ........................................................................................................................... A-4
Accessories ................................................................................................................................ A-4
Cables ......................................................................................................................................... A-5
Glossary ........................................................................................................................................... A-5
File Types: a Key to Extron-specific File Names ...................................................... A-7
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Appendix B • Firmware Updates ...........................................................................................B-1
Determining the Firmware Version ................................................................................B-2
Using the Global Configurator software ...............................................................................B-2
Using a Web browser ...............................................................................................................B-2
Updating the Main Firmware .............................................................................................B-4
Locating and downloading the firmware .............................................................................B-4
Updating firmware via the IPL 250’s embedded Web page ...............................................B-4
Updating firmware via Extron Firmware Loader software .................................................B-5
Updating firmware via Extron IP Link™ File Manager software .........................................B-7
Appendix C • Index ...........................................................................................................................C-1
Index ..................................................................................................................................................C-2
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IPL 250
Chapter One
1
Introduction
About This Manual
About the IPL 250
IR and RS-232 Device Control
How the IPL 250 Works: Components and Interactions
Optional TouchLink Touchpanels
System Requirements
Introduction
About This Manual
This manual provides detailed information and best practices recommendations
about cabling and configuring the Extron IPL 250 IP Link® Ethernet Control
Processor and reference information about the controller’s specifications,
programming, and special applications.
It does not contain instructions on the most basic setup steps: those are covered in
the IPL 250 Setup Guide, which describes how to set up the hardware, how to use
the Global Configurator (GC) program to download drivers, add A/V devices to a
GC configuration, configure the front panel buttons, set a shutdown schedule, and
set up e-mail alerts to flag a projector disconnection or warn that lamp hours are
exceeded.
About the IPL 250
The IPL 250 is capable of controlling a projector, source devices, switchers, and
various other items such as lights, a projector lift, or a screen motor in a distributed
control system environment or as a stand-alone controller. It allows legacy
products to be linked to and controlled via a network. Throughout this manual the
IPL 250 is also referred to as the IPL, “Ethernet control processor,”or “controller.”
Features
General features
Flexible options for device control — The IPL offers RS-232 and IR-based
A variety of mounting options — The 1U high, one quarter rack wide enclosure can
Universal power system compatibility — The IPL includes an external power
projector/display/source control; relays for controlling items such as a
projector lift, motorized projection screen, and lights; and contact closure
input control of the relays.
be rack mounted, furniture mounted, or mounted to a projector mount pole.
supply that accepts 100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz input.
Network and configuration features
The IPL 250 can be configured and controlled via a host computer via IP Link
Ethernet control. Setup and control can be accomplished by simple ASCII
commands (Simple Instruction Set, SIS™) or via the included Global Configurator
program. The software offers many more setup options than does SIS
programming. After being configured, the IPL 250 can be controlled by an Extron
TouchLink™ touchpanel connected to the same network.
Via Ethernet/IP communication you can access the IPL 250’s embedded Web pages,
which include online diagnostics and monitoring of basic control features. As an
integrated part of the IPL 250, IP Link provides the following advantages:
Global compatibility — The IPL uses standard Ethernet communication protocols,
including ARP, DHCP, ICMP (ping), TCP, IP, Telnet, HTTP, and SMTP.
Embedded Web page serving — The IPL 250 offers up to 7.25 MB of flash memory
for storing Extron and user-supplied Web pages, configuration settings, and
device drivers. Data in flash memory is served at a transfer rate of 6 Mbits
per second.
Remote equipment management — The IP Link connection allows you to remotely
manage projectors, cameras, video conferencing equipment, switchers, and
other A/V equipment.
Multi-user support — Up to two hundred (200) simultaneous connections enable
each IP Link device to support many concurrent users and improve system
throughput by sending information in parallel.
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IPL 250 • Introduction
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SCREEN
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DOWN
VCR
DVD
DOC
CAM
LAPTOP
PC
XPA 1002
1
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LIMITER/PROTECT
SIGNAL
OVER
TEMP
Extron
XPA 1002
Power Amplier
Extron
SI 28
Surface-mount
Speakers
Extron
TLP 700MV
7" TouchLink
Panel
Extron
IPL 250
IP Link Ethernet
Control Processor
TCP/IP
Network
Lighting
System
Projector
Screen
Control
Laptop
DVD Player
Extron
IN1508
Scaling Presentation
Switcher
PC
DVI Output
Motion
Detector
RS-232
RS-232
Contact
Closure
IR Control
to DVD
IR Control
from IPL 250
Relay
Relay
Extron
IR Emitter
Built-in multilevel security — The user controls access to the devices attached to the
controller. Two levels of password protection provide appropriate security.
Management ability via Global Configurator 3.0 and higher — The included
software and the GlobalViewer Web pages associated with it allow you to
control, monitor, and schedule various functions of devices connected to
IP Link products such as the IPL.
E-mail notification — The IPL 250 can be set up to send an e-mail when a projector
has been disconnected or the projector’s lamp has been used for a designated
number of hours.
Controlling other devices
The IPL 250 offers RS-232, infrared (IR), and relay device control. It can learn IR
signals from remote controls to communicate with sources such as VCRs and DVD
players. Users can create their own device drivers (IR) or go to the Extron Web site
(www.extron.com) to obtain device drivers.
A typical IPL 250 application with a TouchLink panel
IR and RS-232 Device Control
The IPL must be configured in one of the following ways before it will send
commands to a projector/display/source:
• AnIRoranRS-232driverlecanbeinstalledfromadisk,downloadedfromthe
Extron Web site (www.extron.com), or downloaded from Extron using the driver
subscription feature within Global Configurator. The driver is saved to a folder
and uploaded to the IPL via Global Configurator.
• RS-232commandstringscanbeentereddirectlyfromahostcomputerusing
Extron Global Configurator software.
• IRcommandscanbeentereddirectlyfromanIRremotecontrolthroughIR
learning and the Extron IR Learner software to create a driver that the IPL can
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Introduction, cont’d
TCP/IP
Network
MAIN EVENT
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IR
Port
LAN
Port
Serial
Driver
IR
RS-232
Com Port
2-way
RS-232
Proj.
DVD
Player
Relay
Port
Screen
Control
Proj. Driver
(___.evt)
DVD Driver
(___.evt)
IPL 250
Firmware
Front
Panel
LEDs
PC
with
Global
Config-
urator
or
Web
Browser
IPL 250
Memory
Contact
Closure
Control
Touch-
Link
™
touch-
panel
use. IR learning is convenient for installing new or updated commands into the
IPL 250 in the field.
Refer to the Global Configurator help file or the IR Learner help file (which
comes with the software) for details on setting up the IPL and for downloading,
programming, or learning device control commands.
How the IPL 250 Works: Components and Interactions
The IPL 250 requires and uses event files to perform functions. The event files
define, monitor, and govern how an IPL 250 works. The following diagrams are
examples of how the IPL interacts with accessories, event scripts, drivers, ports, and
input and output devices.
1-4
IPL 250 • Introduction
The IPL can be configured completely via Global Configurator software. Once you
have set up how you want it to work (assigned drivers to ports, configured relays
and contact closure input, and set up IP addresses and functions), that information
is saved to a project file that is uploaded into the IPL.
The configuration information is used to create the “main event” (0.evt) script file
that defines the IPL’s operation. The main event file also controls and monitors
ports and optional control accessories. Scripts are compiled to generate the main
event file to monitor events and to generate actions (such as issuing commands and
triggering relays).
Creating a Control System Using the IPL with Optional Extron TouchLink™ Touchpanels
Not only can the IPL 250 act as a stand-alone controller that can be accessed via
its internal and GlobalViewer Web pages, but it also can act as the centerpiece of
a control system that features Extron TouchLink Touchpanels. The touchpanels
provide a convenient, aesthetically pleasing interface for controlling the IPL, which,
in turn, controls the other system components.
If you have additional questions or need support for your Extron control system
installation, contact the Extron S3 Control Systems Support Hotline.
System Requirements
The IPL 250 and Global Configurator have the following hardware and software
requirements:
Hardware requirements
• Intel® Pentium® III, 1 GHz processor
• 512MBofRAM
• 50MBofavailableharddiskspace
• Anetworkconnectionwithaminimumdatatransferrateof10Mbps(100Mbps
is recommended)
Software requirements
For GUI Configurator and Global Configurator 3:
• Microsoft® Windows® operating system
○ Windows XP service pack 2,
○ Windows Vista® or
○ a higher version of Windows
C
Global Configurator has the following system requirements in addition to those
listed above:
• MicrosoftInternetExplorer® 6.0 or higher with ActiveX® enabled
• MicrosoftWindowsScript5.6
Do not run Global Configurator software on a PC that uses an earlier
version of Windows.
IPL 250 • Introduction
1-5
Introduction, cont’d
1-6
IPL 250 • Introduction
IPL 250
Chapter Two
2
Hardware Features and
Installation
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation
Front Panel Features
Mounting the IPL 250
Rear Panel Features and Connections
Resetting the Unit
Application Diagram
Hardware Features and Installation
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation
Get Ready
Familiarize yourself with the IPL 250's features.
Download and install the latest version of the Extron Global Configurator software
(version 3.0 or higher) and the latest driver package (available from www.extron.com
or the Extron Software Products Disk.)
Perform Physical Installation
Congure the IPL
Obtain IP setting information from the network administrator for the IPL.
Obtain model names and setup information for devices that the IPL will control.
Mount the unit to a rack, furniture, or projector mount. (See the instructions in this chapter.)
Cable devices to ports on the IPL 250. (See chapter 2 of this manual or of the IPL 250
Setup Guide.)
Connect power cords and turn on the devices in the following order: output devices
(projectors, monitors, speakers), the IPL, a PC (for setup) or touchpanel (for control
after configuration), then all input devices (DSS, cable boxes, etc.).
Connect the PC to the IPL 250 via Ethernet patch or crossover cable (see
chapter 2) and use Telnet or a similar application to configure the IPL for network
communication.
Connect any TLP touchpanels that will be part of the system to the same network as
the PC and IPL. Create a user interface layout for the touchpanels and upload the
GUI configuration to each touchpanel. (See the GUI Configurator software help file
for details.)
Configure the IPL 250 using Global Configurator. (Refer to the Global Configurator
Help file.)
Create a new Global Configurator project.
Set the IPL’s IP address, subnet mask, and other IP settings.
Define the unit’s GlobalViewer Tree location.
Add the IPL to the project.
Define e-mail settings and contacts.
Add serial, IR, and Ethernet device drivers.
Configure the IPL’s ports and assign device drivers as needed.
Configure touchpanel buttons, if applicable, in GC.
Create a display shutdown schedule.
Create a display lamp hours notification e-mail.
Create a display disconnection notification e-mail.
Perform configurations for special applications, if needed.
Save the Global Configurator project/configuration.
Build and upload the configuration.
Test the system.
2-2
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
1
31
42
31
42
31
42
2
3
100
LINK
ACT
COM
IR INPUT
RELAY
TX RX
R
IPL 250
®
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 809
2–12"
(4–30 cm)
RS-232 (COM):
TX =
Tr ansmitting Data
RX = Receiving Data
IR:
LED
Lights
When
IR Port (1-4)
Tr ansmits Data
Contact Input:
LED Lights When
Input Port is Closed
(tied to GND)
Relay:
LED Lights
When
Relay is
Activated
(tied to GND)
100 Mbps
Connection
Network is
Active
Data is Being
Sent/received.
IR Receiver:
IR Learning
Angle and
Distance
Power LED:
Lit When
Receiving
Power
Reset Button
(recessed):
See “Resetting
the Unit,” pg. 2-10
Front Panel Features
N
Front panel LED indications are described below.
The IPL 250 must be set up in order to function. See chapter 3, “Software-
based Configuration and Control,” and the Global Configurator help file for
information about Global Configurator, which you must use to set up the unit.
Mounting the IPL 250
IR learning sensor
In most cases, Extron has already produced a driver file for controlling the
projector, display, or source device you plan to use. If a device driver file is not
available, you can create your own using Extron IR Learner software, the projector
or display’s remote control, and the IPL’s IR learning receiver sensor, shown above.
This receiver accepts infrared signals of from 30 kHz to 1 MHz. The IR remote
control must be pointed directly at the receiver for best results. The front panel
diagram (above) indicates the best distances and angles at which to hold the remote
control.
Reset features
Reset button and LED — Pressing this recessed button causes various IP functions
and Ethernet connection settings to be reset to the factory defaults. The green
LED flashes depending on the selected reset mode. See “Resetting the Unit” on
page 2-10 for details.
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
2-3
Hardware Features and Installation
Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.
(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws
1U Universal Rack Shelf
Both front false faceplates
use 2 screws.
QuarterRackStandardShelf
1/4 Rack Width Front False
Faceplate
1/2 Rack Width Front False
Faceplate
QuarterRackVersaToolsShelf
(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws
Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.
VersaTools Rack Shelf
1/4 Rack Width Front
False Faceplate
Optional rack shelves and an assortment of mounting kits (back of the rack,
furniture, and projector pole mount) are available for use with the IPL. See
appendix A for part numbers of these accessories, and read the instructions that
come with the rack shelf or mounting kit for installation procedures.
The IPL 250 includes rubber feet so it can be set on a table. If you are going to
mount the unit to a rack, rack shelf, furniture, or pole, and these feet were attached
to the enclosure, remove the feet before mounting.
Rack mounting
UL rack mounting guidelines
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the safe
installation of the IPL 250 in a rack.
1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If installed in a closed or
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore,
install the IPL in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient
temperature (Tma = +122 °F, +50 °C) specified by Extron.
2. Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air
flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that a hazardous
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4. Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and
consider the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent
protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment
nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rackmounted equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other
than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
Rack mounting with a rack shelf
Mount the unit on an optional 1U rack shelf and install blank panels or other units
to the rack shelf as shown below.
2-4
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
3
1
2
OUTPUT
INPUTS
MLS 103 V
L R
A
B
L
R
L R
L R
1
2
3
L R
4
AUX/MIX
MONO
AUDIO INPUTS
PREAMP
MLC/RS-232
POWER
12V .5A MAX
3
1
2
OUTPUT
INPUTS
MLS 103 V
L
R
A
B
L R
L
R
L
R
1
2
3
L
R
4
AUX/MIX
MONO
AUDIO INPUTS
PREAMP
MLC/RS-232
POWER
12V .5A MAX
3
1
2
OUTPUT
INPUTS
MLS 103 V
L
R
A
B
L R
L
R
L R
1
2
3
L R
4
AUX/MIX
MONO
AUDIO INPUTS
PREAMP
MLC/RS-232
POWER
12V .5A MAX
MMX 32 VGA A
OUTPUT 1
2
1
3
OUTPUT 2
2
1
3
Pre-installation
Mounting
1
2
3
QuarterRackUnderdeskMounting
Projector
Projector
Mounting
Bracket
Mounting
Bolt
Rack mounting with brackets
Installation instructions are available with the optional Extron MBB 100
back of the rack mounting kit (part number 70-367-01).
Furniture mounting
You can furniture mount the IPL 250 using an optional MBU 123 Under-Desk
Mount Kit (Extron part 70-212-01).
Mounting to a projector mount pole
Several optional pole mounting kits are available for use with the IPL 250,
either multiproduct mounting kits or an optional Extron PMK 100 pole mount kit
(part #70-217-01, shown here).
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
2-5
Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d
INPUT
LAN
POWER
12V
500mA
MAX
1234
COM 3 IR
3
SGSG
TX RX
4
RELAY
3
4
COM1
TX RX
RTS CTS
COM 2 IR
1
SGSG
TX RX
2
RELAY
1
2
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
S/N:
1 2 7
38 4 5 6
2-Pole Captive Screw
Connector
Tie Wrap
3/16”
(5 mm) Max.
SECTION A–A
Ridges
Smooth
Power Supply
Output Cord
A A
LAN
RJ-45
Port
Link
LED
Activity
LED
Rear Panel Features and Connections
2-6
Power connector (page 2-6)
a
LAN (Ethernet, IP) connector
b
and LEDs (page 2-6)
COM1 configurable RS-232 port
c
(page 2-7)
COM2 and COM3 RS-232 ports
d
(page 2-7)
Power connection
Power connector — To power the IPL, connect a cable between this port and
a
the included 12 VDC, 1 amp (maximum) power supply. The Extron power
supply included with the IPL is ready to plug in. Wiring is shown in the
following diagram.
Bidirectional control and communication connections
LAN (IP) connector and LEDs — To connect and to control the IPL and the
b
devices connected to it in an Ethernet network, plug a cable into this RJ-45
socket and connect the other end of the cable to a network switch, hub, router,
or PC connected to an Ethernet LAN or the Internet.
• For10Base-T(10Mbps)networks,useaCAT3orbettercable.
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
• For100Base-T(max.155Mbps)networks,useaCAT5cable.
You must configure this port before using it.
Activity LED — This yellow LED blinks to indicate
Link LED — This green LED lights to indicate a good
network activity.
network connection.
IR output ports 1-4 (page 2-8)
e
Relay ports 1-4 (page 2-9)
f
Input (contact input) ports
g
(page 2-9)
MAC address — (page 2-9)
h
RJ-45
Connector
Insert Twisted
Pair Wires
Pins:
12345678
Straight-through Cable
(for connection to a switch, hub, or router)
End 1 End 2
Pin Wire Color Pin Wire Color
1 white-orange 1 white-orange
2 orange 2 orange
3 white-green 3 white-green
4 blue 4 blue
5 white-blue 5 white-blue
6 green 6 green
7 white-brown 7 white-brown
8 brown 8 brown
Crossover Cable
(for direct connection to a PC)
End 1 End 2
Pin Wire Color Pin Wire Color
1 white-orange 1 white-green
2 orange 2 green
3 white-green 3 white-orange
4 blue 4 blue
5 white-blue 5 white-blue
6 green 6 orange
7 white-brown 7 white-brown
8 brown 8 brown
COM1
TX RX
RTS CTS
COM 2
TX RX
IPL 250
Rear Panel
Projector/
Panel Display/
PC/ Other
RS-232 Device
RS-232-
Controllable
Device
Bidirectional
RS-232
Strip wires
3/16”
(5 mm)
max.
Request to send
Clear to send
Transmit
Rx
Receive
Tx
CTS
RTS
Transmit (Tx)
Receive (Rx)
N If you use cable that
has a drain wire, tie
the drain wire to
ground at both ends.
Ground ( )
Heat Shrink
Over Shield
Transmit
Rx
Receive
Tx
Transmit (Tx)
Receive (Rx)
Ground ( )
Heat Shrink
over Shield
Heat Shrink
Over Shield
• Use a straight-through
cable for connection to a
switch, hub, or router.
• Useacrossover cable for
connection directly to a
PC. Wire the connector
as shown in the tables at
right.
Configure the settings for this
port via either SIS commands
or Global Configurator. See
the programming sections of
this manual (chapters 3 and 4)
for details.
LAN port defaults:
•IPL 250’s IP address: 192.168.254.254
• gateway’s IP address: 0.0.0.0
•subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
•DHCP: off
COM1 configurable RS-232 port (-5 VDC to +5 VDC) and
c
COM2 and COM3 RS-232 ports (-5 VDC to +5 VDC) — Use COM ports for
d
serial control of a display or other device and to receive status messages from the
connected devices. These ports can send commands from a driver file.
N
The 5-pole COM1 port supports both hardware and software flow control.
The 3-pole COM2 and COM3 ports support software (XON, XOFF) flow control.
Wiring for RS-232 control
IPL 250 default RS-232 protocol:
• 9600baud
• 8databits
• 1stopbit
• noparity
• noowcontrol
Use this diagram as a wiring guide to
cable the IPL to other devices.
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
2-7
Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d
IR
1
SGSG
2
(+)
(-)
(+)
(+)
(-)
(-)
IPL 250
Rear Panel
Two Single IR Emitters
To Projector,
Panel Display,
or Source
Device’s Wired
IR Remote Port
Ground ( )
IR Output Signal
Unidirectional IR
IR Output
Ground
( )
Strip wires
3/16”
(5 mm)
max.
3/16”
(5 mm) Max.
7/8”
(22 mm)
Heat Shrink on
Outer Jacket to
Inner Conductor
Transition
Extron
Comm-Link Cable
For bidirectional RS-232 communication, the transmit, ground, and receive
pins must be wired at both the IPL 250 and the other device. Each projector
or other device may require different wiring. For details, refer to that
equipment’s manual or to the Extron device driver communication sheet.
N
T
Maximum distances between the IPL and the device being controlled may vary
up to 200 feet (61 m). Factors such as cable gauge, baud rates, environment,
and output levels (from the IPL and the device being controlled) all affect
transmission distance. Distances of about 50 feet (15 m) are typically not a
problem. In some cases the IPL may be capable of transmitting and controlling a
given device via RS-232 up to 250 feet (76 m)
away, but the RS-232 response levels of that device
may be too low for the IPL to detect.
Extron Comm-Link (CTL and CTLP) cable is
recommended for these connections. Before
inserting wires in the connectors, strip the cable and
apply heat shrink as shown at right.
For best results and to avoid short circuits, Extron
recommends using shielded wires or wires insulated
using heat shrink (instead of bare wires) for the
common/drain wires.
Unidirectional control and communication connections
IR output ports — An IPL 250 can use infrared signals to control up to 16
e
devices. You can connect one of these ports directly to the wired IR port of
another device. Or you can insert the wires from up to four IR Emitters in
an IR port and place the emitters’ heads over or next to the devices’ IR signal
pickup windows. The figure below shows some wiring examples.
Wiring the IR ports
N
Each emitter must be within 100’ of the IPL for best control results.
• If using all single emitters or all double emitters, wire the emitters in
parallel.
• If using a mix of both single and dual emitters, see the following figure
and the IR Emitter Installation Guide, part number 68-808-01.
2-8
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
(+)
(+)
(+)
(+)
(+)
(-)
(-)
(-)
(-)
(-)
(+)
(+)
(-)
(-)
(+)
(-)
(+)
(-)
IR Signal
IR Signal
IR Signal
IR Signal
Ground
Single and Dual IR Emitter Two Single IR Emitters
Dual IR EmittersTwo Single and 0ne Dual IR Emitter
Ground
Ground
Ground
(+)
(+)
(-)
(-)
(+)
(-)
(+)
(–)
Black wire
w/white stripe
Black wire
Legend
RELAY
1
2
ClosedNormally
open
IPL 250
Rear Panel
To Room
Control
Equipment
INPUT
1234
IPL 250
Rear Panel
Switch,
Sensor
2
1
3
4
Heat Shrink
Over Shield
Wiring emitters for IR control
Relay ports — Four relay ports provide control for power, screen/projector
f
lifts, window coverings, and similar items, when trigger events occur.
These relay contacts may be used to control any
equipment as long as the contact specifications
of a total of 24 volts at 1 ampere are not exceeded
for each port. These relays are normally open by
default.
When activated, the closed contacts open, and
the open contacts close. They can be set up to
operate in one of two ways:
• latching (brief contact) (press to turn on, press
to turn off), or
• momentary (timed) (press to turn on, timeout
to turn off).
In the timed mode the default timeout period is
½ second (500 ms). Use the GC software or SIS
commands to change the length of the timeout
period. See
chapter 4, for details.
Input (contact closure input) ports —
g
To allow the IPL 250 to monitor devices to
trigger events, connect a switch, sensor, or
similar item to one of these four ports. See the
figure at right for an example.
A 1k ohm pull-up resistor in a TTL (5 VDC)
circuit senses external switch or contact
closure. After these ports have been
configured, when the circuit between a signal
pin and a ground pin is closed, each port can
trigger events (such as toggling relays, issuing
commands, or sending an e-mail).
MAC address — This is the unique user
hardware ID number (MAC address) of the
unit (for example, 00-05-A6-00-00-01). You
h
may need this address during configuration.
X6#
in “Serial Communication”,
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
2-9
Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d
Use Factory
Firmware
Reset to
Factory Defaults
Enable
Serial Console
Run/Stop
Events
Reset all
IP Settings
The IPL reverts to the factory default firmware.
Event scripting does not start if the IPL is powered on
in this mode. All user files and settings (drivers,
adjustments, IP settings, etc.) are maintained.
N If you do not want to update firmware, or you
performed a mode 1 reset by mistake, cycle power to the
IPL to return to the firmware version that was running
prior to the mode 1 reset. Use the 0Q SIS command to
confirm that the factory default firmware is no longer
running (look for asterisks following the version number.)
IPL 250 Reset Mode Summary
Mode
Activation Result Purpose/Notes
1 Hold down the recessed Reset button
while applying power to the IPL.
N After a mode 1 reset is performed,
update the IPL’s firmware to the latest
version. Do not operate the IPL firmware version that results from the mode 1
reset. If you want to use the factory
default firmware, you must upload that
version again. See appendix B, for
details on uploading firmware.
Use mode 1 to revert
to the factory default
firmware version if
incompatibility issues
arise with user-loaded
firmware.
N User-defined
Web pages may not
work correctly if
using an earlier
firmware version.
The connected COM port becomes a console port to
send SIS commands. Scripting remains on.
2 Press and release the Reset button.
Within 2 seconds, type +++ on the
keyboard.
N If the three “+’s” (+++) are not
enetered in the 2-second time frame, the
COM port becomes a control port only.
Mode 2 enables the
SIS console port
3 Hold down the Reset button for about 3
sec. until the Power LED blinks once,
then release and press Reset
momentarily (<1 sec.) within 1 second.
4 Hold down the Reset button for about
6 sec. until the Power LED blinks twice
(once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec.). Then
release and press Reset momentarily
(for <1 sec.) within 1 second.
N
Nothing happens if the momentary
press does not occur within 1 second.
Mode 3 turns events on or off.
N Nothing happens if the momentary press
does not occur within 1 second.
Mode 4
• Enables ARP capability.
• Sets the IP address back to factory default
(192.168.254.254).
• Sets the subnet back to factory default.
• Sets the default gateway address to the factory default.
• Sets port mapping back to factory default.
• Turns DHCP off.
• Turns events off.
Mode 3 is useful for
troubleshooting.
5 Hold down the Reset button for about
9 sec. until the Power LED blinks three
times (once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec.,
again at 9 sec.). Then release and press
Reset momentarily (for <1 sec.) within
1 second.
N
Nothing happens if the momentary
press does not occur within 1 second.
Mode 5 performs a complete reset to factory defaults
(except the firmware).
• Does everything mode 4 does.
• Clears driver-port associations and port
configurations (IR/RS-232).
• Removes button/touchpanel configurations.
• Resets all IP options.
• Removes scheduling settings.
• Removes/clears all files from IPL 250.
Mode 5 is useful if
you want to start over
with configuration
and uploading, and
also to replace events.
Mode 4 enables you
to set IP address
information using
ARP and the MAC
address.
R
IPL 250
Power
LED
Reset
button
Resetting the Unit
There are five reset modes that are available by pressing the
Reset button on the front panel. The Reset button is recessed,
so use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or Extron Tweeker to
access it. See the following table for a summary of the modes.
C
Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong
reset mode may result in unintended loss of flash
memory programming, port reassignment, or an IPL
unit reboot
The reset modes (with the exception of Mode 2) close all open
IP and Telnet connections and close all sockets.
N
If you hold down the reset button continuously, every 3 seconds the LED blinks,
the unit enters a different mode from Modes 3 through 5. For Mode 5 the LED
blinks three times, the third blink indicating the last mode. The modes are
separate functions, not a continuation from Mode 1 to Mode 5.
2-10
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
INPUT
LAN
POWER
12V
500mA
MAX
1234
COM 3 IR
3
SGSG
TX RX
4
RELAY
3
4
COM1
TX RX
RTS CTS
COM 2 IR
1
SGSG
TX RX
2
RELAY
1 2
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
S/N:
Ethernet IR
IR
IR Emitters
(to IR-controllable
devices)
PC
RS-232
RS-232 Enabled
A/V Device
Room
Control
Equipment
(screen
control,
projector
lift, lights)
A/V Device’s
Hardwired
IR Control
Port
Extron TLP
Touchpanel
Switch,
Sensor, or
Contact
Closure
Device
TCP/IP
Network
Application Diagram
The following figure shows an example of types of devices that are connected to
some of the IPL’s ports.
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
2-11
Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d
2-12
IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation
IPL 250
Chapter Three
3
Software-based Configuration
and Control
Configuration and Control: an Overview
The Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Chapter and Other Resources
Communicating with the IPL
Configuring the IPL for Network Communication
Global Configurator Software for Windows®
Advanced Configuration
Controlling an IPL250
Customizing the IPL’s Control Web Pages
Software-based Configuration and Control
1
2
3
4
5
6
Configuration and Control: an Overview
An IPL 250 must be configured before use in order to recognize and accept
commands and pass them on to the controlled devices. It can be configured and
controlled via a host computer attached to the LAN (local area network) port. See
chapter 2 for details about the port and cabling.
• TheprimarymeansforconguringthecontrollerisbyusingtheExtronGlobal
Configurator (GC) software. This method requires a properly configured PC with
Windows® 2000, Windows XP, or a higher version of Windows installed. Global
Configurator generates GlobalViewer® Web pages that are uploaded to the IPL and
can be used to control the unit and make adjustments to its settings.
N
• AlternativelythedefaultWebpagesembeddedwithintheIPL250provide
• ThethirdwaytocontrolandcongurethecontrollerisbyusingSimple
The Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Chapter and Other Resources
N
Microsoft® Internet Explorer® is currently the only Web browser that fully
supports GlobalViewer pages.
a means to perform some setup, adjustment, and control via a Web browser
(Internet Explorer version 5.5+, or Mozilla® Firefox® version 1.0+) from any type
of network-enabled computer.
Instruction Set (SIS™) commands via Telnet, a Web browser, or RS-232. SIS
commands are discussed in detail in chapter 4.
Setup/configuration may be performed away from the job site.
Configure the IPL for network communication. See “Configuring the Unit
for Network Communication” on page 3-3.
Download or install Global Configurator and other Extron software
(IR Learner, Firmware Loader, GUI Configurator) and device drivers. See
chapter 1 of the IPL 250 Setup Guide, the software disk that was shipped with
the unit, and the Extron Web site for instructions.
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The IPL 250 Series Setup Guide is shipped with the unit. It is also available
as a PDF file on the Extron Web site (www.extron.com). The disk included with the
unit contains software, device drivers, a PDF file of the full reference manual, and
additional documentation available when the unit was shipped. The setup guide
outlines most of the common tasks required to set up an IPL.
Create a Global Configurator project and configure basic settings and
functions. See chapter 3 of the setup guide or see the Global Configurator Help
file for step-by-step procedures.
Configure additional or advanced functions, if desired. See the Global
Configurator Help file. For information on IR learning, read the IR Learner Help
file. If Extron TouchLink (TLP Series) touchpanels will be part of the system,
you will also need to use GUI Configurator to design and set up the interface
for the touchpanels, preferably before completing the IPL’s configuration.
Save and upload the configuration to the IPL. See the IPL 250 Setup Guide,
chapter 3.
Control the IPL and devices connected to it by using the IPL’s embedded
Web pages, its GlobalViewer (GV) Web pages, or a fully configured TLP
touchpanel. See “Controlling an IPL 250” later in this chapter.
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Communicating with the IPL
To communicate with the IPL 250, you must power on the IPL and the PC you will
use to configure it, and connect the two devices for IP (network) communication.
• Power: see chapter 2 for wiring instructions. It is best to power the IPL using the
12 VDC external power supply that is shipped with the unit.
• Communication: to connect the IPL to a network or to connect it directly to
the PC using a serial cable, see page 2-6 or page 2-7 of this manual for wiring
instructions. See “Configuring the IPL for Network Communication,“ below to
set the unit up to talk with the PC.
Configuring the IPL for Network Communication
To function together, both the PC and the IPL 250 must be configured correctly. The
PC must be network-capable with the proper protocols, and the IPL must be set up
so it can be connected to a LAN or other network.
When you power on the IPL for the first time, you have a choice of several ways to
set up the IP address:
• UsetheGlobalConguratorsoftwareviatheLANconnector.
•UsetheARP(addressresolutionprotocol)commandviatheLANconnector.
•UseaWebbrowserviatheLANconnector.
• UseSIScommandsviaTelnetandtheLANconnector.
If you use a Web browser or Telnet the first time you connect a PC to an IPL via IP,
you may need to temporarily change the PC’s IP settings in order to communicate
with the controller. See “Setting up the PC for IP communication with an IPL” later
in this chapter. Then you must change the controller’s default settings (IP address,
subnet mask, and [optional] administrator name and password) in order to use the
unit on an intranet (LAN) or on the Internet. After you have set up the IPL 250 for
network communication, you can reset the PC to its original network configuration.
IPL 250’s LAN port defaults:
• IPL’s IP address: 192.168.254.254
• Gateway’s IP address: 0.0.0.0
• Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
• DHCP: off
• Link speed and duplex level: autodetected
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The following instructions assume that you have already connected the PC to the
IPL’s LAN port and powered on the controller and the PC.
Both the computer and the IPL must be connected to the same subnet on a LAN
(using a straight-through cable). Alternatively, you can use a crossover Ethernet
cable to connect the controller directly to your computer’s Ethernet card.
Configuring the IPL for network use via Global Configurator
You can configure the controller’s IP address via an IP/Ethernet connection using
the Extron Global Configurator (GC) software. Read the Global Configurator help
file for basic information on using Global Configurator software and setting up a
project. Also read the IPL 250 Setup Guide for step-by-step instructions of how to
use GC to set up the IPL’s IP address.
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Configuring the IPL for network use via the ARP command
The ARP (address resolution protocol) command tells your computer to associate
the IPL 250’s MAC (media access control) address with the assigned IP address.
You must then use the ping utility to access the controller, at which point the
controller’s IP address is reconfigured.
Use ARP to configure the IP address as follows:
1. Obtain a valid IP address for the IPL 250 from your network administrator.
2. Obtain the IPL’s MAC address (UID #) from the label on its rear panel. The
MAC address should have this format: 00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx.
3. If the IPL has never been configured and is still set for factory defaults, go to
step 4. If not, perform a Mode 4 system reset. For detailed information on
reset modes, see “Resetting the Unit” in chapter 2, “Installation”.
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4. At the PC, access the MS-DOS command prompt, then enter the arp –s
arp –s 10.13.197.7 00-05-A6-03-69-B0
The IPL must be configured with the factory default IP address
(192.168.254.254) before the ARP command is executed, as described below.
command. Type in the desired new IP address for the unit and the unit’s
MAC address. For example:
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After the arp -s command is issued, the controller changes to the new
5. Execute a ping command by entering “ping” followed by a space and the new
ping 10.13.197.7
You must ping the IPL 250 in order for the IP address change to take place.
The MAC address is listed on the rear panel.
address and starts responding to the ping requests, as described in the next
step.
IP address at the command prompt. For example:
The response should show the new IP address, as shown in the following
picture.
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