Extron electronic MLC 62 IR D User Manual

User Guide

MLC 60 Series

MediaLink Controllers

MediaLink

68-2166-01 Rev. A

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Safety Instructions • English

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Caution

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manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

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.

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

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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 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.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

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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.

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 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.

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 qualiziertem 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 empndlichen 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

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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 calicado. 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.

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.

NOTE: 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

Introduction

This section gives an overview of the guide and describes the MLC 60 Series MediaLink® Controllers and their features. Topics include:

• About This Guide

• About the MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers

• System Requirements

About This Guide

This guide provides detailed information and best practice recommendations about cabling

and configuring the Extron MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers. It provides reference

information about specifications, dimensions, and programming of the controllers.

Throughout this guide the general terms “MLC” and “controller” are used interchangeably to refer to any MLC 60 Series controller. “MLC D models” applies to the MLC 62 RS D,

MLC 62 IR D, and the MLC 64 RS VC D. “MLC 62” applies to all MLC 60 Series models

except the MLC 64.

About the MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers

The Extron MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers are panels that control a wide range of

audio/video systems in any classroom, meeting facility, or auditorium via RS-232 or IR. They act as extended remote control panels, featuring eight (optionally six) labeled backlit buttons

for the MLC 62 models or six for the MLC 64 RS VC D. These buttons can be configured via the MLC Windows®-based configuration software to control power, input switching, and

volume on a display device or switcher. If desired, you can replace these buttons with ones having different labels, which also are provided with the controller.

The MLC 64 RS VC D model has, in addition to the configurable buttons, a volume control module containing an analog volume control knob and a Mute button. An Extron amplifier

can be connected to this module for volume control via the MLC.

All models can control a projector, display, or switcher via IR. In addition, the MLC 62 RS models can control display devices, switchers, and various other items such as lights, a projector lift, or a motorized screen via RS-232, IR, relays, or digital input.

The MLC controllers are housed in secure, compact, one-gang and two-gang sized enclosures, which can be mounted on a wall or furniture, with or without an electrical junction box or mounting bracket.

MLC Models

MLC 62 IR D — US model. Controls devices by IR only; has a one-gang Decora® faceplate and fits in a one-gang US electrical box.

MLC 62 RS D — US model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has a one-gang Decora faceplate and fits in a one-gang US electrical box.

MLC 62 RS EU — European model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has a one-gang Jung frame and fits over a standard one-gang EU electrical box.

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 1

MLC 62 RS MK — UK model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has

MUTE

a standard MK sized frame and fits into a standard one-gang MK electrical box.

MLC 64 RS VC D — US model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has a two-gang Decora faceplate and fits in a two-gang US electrical box. Contains a volume control module with an analog potentiometer for volume control of an Extron

amplifier.

NOTE: Only an Extron amplifier with remote volume control capability can be used

with this model.

DISPLAY

VOLUME

Extron

OFF

VIDEO

LAPTOP

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

MUTE

Extron

MLC 62 IR D MLC 62 RS D

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

PC VIDEO

LAPTOP MUTE

Extron

LAPTOP

DISPLAY

VOLUME

Extron

OFF

VIDEO

MUTE

MLC 62 RS EU MLC 62 RS MK

DISPLAY

OFF

LAPTOP

VIDEO

AUX

Extron

VOLUME

VOLUM

MUTE

MLC 64 RS VC D

Figure 1. MLC 60 Series Models

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 2

The five MLC models have the same button functionality and use the same configuration software. All models can be controlled by pressing the front panel buttons or via a host device using RS-232 communication and simple ASCII commands (Simple Instruction Set, SIS™). They differ from each other in the following ways:

• The MLC 62 IR D rear panel does not contain the Relay, Digital Input, or RS-232

control ports that the RS models have.

• The MLC 64 front panel has seven buttons, one of which (the Mute button) is located

below the Volume knob. This button is used only to mute and unmute the volume on an Extron amplier and cannot be congured to perform other functions.

• Some front, side, and rear panel connectors are located in different places on the

MLC RS D (US), EU (Europe), and MK (United Kingdom) models (see “Panels and

Connectors” in the “Features, Cabling, and Operation” section).

Faceplate alternatives

The MLC 60 Series models are available with the following faceplate configurations:

• MLC 62 IR D: The US IR model is delivered with two six-button faceplates in black and

white. One black and one white Decora wallplate are also provided. An eight-button faceplate is available to order.

• MLC 62 RS D: The US RS-232 model is delivered with two eight-button faceplates

in black and white. One black and one white Decora wallplate are also provided. A six-button faceplate is available to order.

• MLC 62 RS EU: The European model is delivered with six-button and eight-button

faceplates, both in RAL9010 white.

• MLC 62 RS MK: The UK model is delivered with six-button and eight-button

faceplates, both in white.

• MLC 64 RS VC D: The MLC 64 is delivered with seven-button faceplates in black and

white.

Features

Some of the features of MLC 60 Series include:

• Customizable buttons — Eight buttons are standard on the MLC 62 RS models,

prelabeled as shown in ﬁgure 1 on the previous page. The MLC 62 IR D has six

prelabeled buttons, and the MLC 64 RS VC D has seven.

An additional set of prelabeled buttons is included with each model, enabling the controller to be customized to suit the application.

Additional buttons are available to order for all models, labeled in English (the default) and other languages. Buttons can be ordered with custom labeling as well.

• Button backlighting — The front panel buttons are backlit to facilitate use in

low-light environments and to provide certain status (such as whether power is on or off, or which input has been selected).

• Alternative six-button conﬁguration (MLC 62 RS models only) — For

applications in which input device or button functions are not necessary, the standard

eight-button faceplate on the MLC 62 RS can be replaced with a six-button one. Each

pair of source selection buttons can be changed to a long, single function button.

• Device drivers — A wide variety of Extron certied, ready-to-use device drivers are

available via the MLC conﬁguration software, the provided MLC software disk, and

the Extron website (www.extron.com).

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 3

• IR and RS-232 ports — The MLC 64 and the MLC 62 RS models each have a

dedicated serial port for communicating with most types of projectors or ﬂat panel displays via unidirectional RS-232. They also have an IR/S port, which can be conﬁgured for IR or RS-232 control.

The MLC 62 IR D has only an IR port, which is used for IR communication only.

IR and RS-232 display drivers can be downloaded and used to configure the controller.

• Relays (RS models) — Two relay ports enable control of room devices such as lights,

motorized screens, and projector lifts.

• Digital Input (RS models) — A Digital Input port enables monitoring of a switch or

sensor to control devices.

• IR Learning — The MLC can be conﬁgured by IR learning, using the remote control

of a switcher or display device to create an IR driver that enables the MLC to control the device.

• USB conﬁguration port — The MLC can be congured via a USB mini B port,

located on the front or side panel (depending on the model). This port can also temporarily provide power to the MLC during conﬁguration.

• Volume adjustment:

• The MLC 62 models have individual Volume Up and Down buttons for audio level

control, with ve LEDs that indicate current audio settings.

• The MLC 64 has a volume control module with an analog potentiometer knob to

control the audio level for an Extron amplier that is enabled for remote volume

control. The volume control module also contains a Mute button for muting and unmuting the audio (this button cannot be reprogrammed).

NOTE: Only Extron amplifiers can be controlled via the MLC 64 volume

control module.

• Macro capability — Each button can be congured to execute multiple actions

through the serial or IR control ports. For example, a button can be configured so that

a single press triggers commands to turn on a display, select the RGB input of the

display, and trigger a relay.

• Toggling — Buttons can be placed in toggle mode, which adds exibility by enabling

two different sets of commands to be executed with alternating presses of the button.

• Built-in speaker — A speaker provides audible feedback to conﬁrm user actions

when buttons are pressed (except for the Mute button on the VCM module of the MLC 64 RS VC D).

• Inactivity timer for display shutoff — An adjustable timer controls automatic

shutdown after a speciﬁed period of inactivity.

• Front panel security lockout — If the MLC is installed in an unsecured environment

where easy access is not desirable, a security lockout feature can be implemented to lock out all front panel controls.

• Activity LED — A small LED at the top of the MLC front panel lights red, green, or

amber to indicate button presses, data transfer, front panel lockout, and other actions.

• Section 508 Compliant — The MLC meets or exceeds accessibility standards

for Electronic Information Technology. For more information about the Extron Commitment to Accessibility, see the Extron Accessibility web page at

www.extron.com/company/article.aspx?id=accessibility.

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 4

MLC Conﬁguration Software

The included MLC Configuration Program is used to configure the MLC buttons and

ports via an RS-232 or USB connection. This software, provided on a DVD that is

delivered with the product, enables you to set functions for the front panel buttons and to configure the MLC ports in order to control devices via the MLC. The software works in combination with the IR or RS-232 drivers, also provided with the MLC on

DVD or at www.extron.com (see “Installing the Configuration Software” in the

“Software-based Configuration” section to access this program).

Device Drivers

The MLC can control a switcher, projector, or other display device via IR or RS-232 communication. The MLC must have drivers loaded for the devices it will control in order to send commands to those devices. Drivers can be obtained in the following ways:

• You can install IR or an RS-232 driver ﬁles from a disk, download them from the

Extron website (www.extron.com), or download them from Extron via the driver subscription feature within the Windows-based conguration program. The drivers

are saved on your computer in a folder located at c:\Documents and Settings\

All Users\Shared Documents\Extron\Driver2 (Windows XP) or c:\Users\ Public\Documents\Extron\Driver2 (Windows 7). You can upload the desired

drivers to the MLC using the MLC conﬁguration software.

• You can capture IR commands from the IR remote control of a device through

IR Learning using the MLC conﬁguration program to create a driver that the MLC

can use. When a driver is created, it can be added to the conguration program so

that the commands can be used to conﬁgure the MLC to control the device (see the MLC 60 Series help to conﬁgure the MLC using IR Learning).

Application Diagrams

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

MUTE

LAPTOP

Extron MLC 62 RS D

MediaLink Controller

LEFT

CLASS 2 WIRING

Audio

VGA

Amplied Output

Laptop w/ Audio

Extron SI 3

Surface-Mount Speakers

LINE LEVEL

MONO

AUX/MIX

ADJUST

-42dB TO

+24dB

VGA

RS-232 Switcher Control

RS-232/MLC/IR

PREAMP

AUDIO INPUTS

LINEOUT

Relay

12V

AMPLIFIED OUTPUT

RIGHT

STEREO OR DUAL MONO

ohm

4/8

VGA

RS-232 or IR Projector Control

Screen Control

Projector

Extron MLS 304SA

MediaLink® Switcher

Audio

100-240V

1.0A MAX.

Video

50-60Hz

INPUTS

Video

VGA

AUDIO

INPUTS

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

DVD/VCR

Figure 2. MLC 62 RS D Controlling an MLS 304 SA Switcher and a Projector

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 5

Video

Projector with Internal Speakers

VGA

Audio

IR Projector Control

DISPLAY

VOLUME

VIDEO

OFF

Audio

Extron MLC 62 IR D

MediaLink Controller

• IR Display Control

DVD

• On/O ff Control

• Input Switching

• Vo lume Control

Figure 3. MLC 62 IR D Controlling a Projector

Audio

DVD

Video

Audio

VGA

Audio

Laptop

VGA

RS-232 Display Control

Relay

DISPLAY

ON OFF

VOLUME

PC VIDEO

LAPTOP MUTE

Projector with Switched

TREBLE

BASSLEVEL

Audio Output

Extron SI 3

Surface-Mount Speakers

MPA 122

STEREO

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

DUAL MONO

LIMITER

OFF

Extron MPA 122

Mini Power

Screen Control

Amplifier

Figure 4. MLC 62 RS EU Controlling a Projector and Screen

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 6

Extron MLC 62 RS EU

MediaLink® Controller

System Requirements

RS-232 Display Control

Laptop

Document Camera

VGA

Extron MPA 152

Mini Power Amplier

Audio

S-video

DVD

Audio

Projector with Switched Audio Output

Video

Audio

VGA

Relay

4/8

OUTPUT

OHMS

CLASS 2 WIRING

REMOTE

DO NOT GROUND

OR SHORT

SPEAKER OUTPUTS!

MPA 152

VOL/MUTE

50mA

10V

INPUTS

LISTED

17TT AUDIO/VIDEO APPARATUS

POWER

12V 3A MAX

Screen Control

Volume Control

Extron

DISPLAY

LAPTOP

VIDEO

VOLUME

OFF

MUTE

AUX

MLC 64 RS VC D

MediaLink Controller

Extron SI 3

Surface-Mount Speakers

Figure 5. MLC 64 RS VC D Controlling a Projector and Screen

The minimum PC system requirements for installing the configuration software include:

• Intel® Pentium® III 1-GHz processor

• Microsoft® Windows XP SP2 and Windows 7

• Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0

• 512 MB of RAM

• 50 MB of available hard disk space

MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers • Introduction 7

Features, Installation, and Operation

This section describes the front, side, and rear panel features of the five MLC models, and provides procedures for installing and operating them. Topics include:

• Installation Checklist

• Panels and Connectors

• Installation

• Conﬁguring the MLC via the USB Port

• Mounting the MLC 60 Series Controllers

• Accessing Covered Panel Features After Mounting

• Front Panel Security Lockout (Executive Mode)

• Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button

• IR Learning

Installation Overview

1. Prepare the installation site as follows:

a. Measure and cut the hole in the mounting surface.

b. Prepare and pull the cables through the electrical box or mounting bracket.

c. Install the electrical box or mounting bracket. (Installation instructions for the

electrical box are provided with it.)

2. (Optional) Make any desired changes to the buttons installed in the faceplate,

substituting any of the provided additional buttons (see Replacing Buttons, later in this section).

NOTE: The Mute button on the MLC 64 volume control module cannot be

3. Attach the cables to the rear panel connectors of the MLC and to the display device

or switcher. Attach optional IR Emitters if used, and any switches or sensors needed

for other room devices, such as lights, a motorized screen, and so forth). See the following sections as needed for cabling information:

• Rear Panel Features

• Wiring for RS-232 Control

• Wiring for IR Control

• Wiring the Relays Port

• Wiring the Digital Input Port

configured.

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4. Wire and connect the MLC power supply (see “Connecting Power to the MLC,”

later in this section). Connect all other power cords and turn on all the devices, including the MLC.

5. Connect a conﬁguration cable from the computer to the MLC by doing either of the

following:

• Connect a USB A to mini B cable to the MLC USB conguration port and to a USB

port on your computer (see “Conﬁguring the MLC via the USB Port,” later in this section).

• Connect an RS-232 cable to the provided 3-pole connector and connect it

between the MLC Host/Cong port and the computer serial port (see “Wiring

the Host/Conﬁg Port,” later in this section).

6. Download and install the MLC Conﬁguration Program (see “Installing the

Conﬁguration Software,” in the “Software-based Conﬁguration” section).

7. Download or create drivers for the devices you will be connecting (see “Obtaining

Device Drivers” or “Conﬁguring Using IR Learning” in the “Software-based

Conﬁguration” section).

8. Conﬁgure the MLC buttons and ports using the conﬁguration program. (See the

conﬁguration program help ﬁle for these procedures. To access the help ﬁle, see “Installing the Conﬁguration Software” in the “Software Conﬁguration and Control” section.)

If you are configuring via the USB port, remove the USB cable when you are finished.

9. Test the system: press the MLC buttons, watch the display, and listen to the audio

output to determine whether the connected devices are responding correctly (powering on and off, switching inputs, and so forth). If not, ensure all devices are plugged in and receiving power. Check the cabling and make needed adjustments.

10. Disconnect power from the MLC at the source and from all other devices in the

system.

11. Mount the MLC to the mounting surface, following the appropriate procedure for

your MLC model, discussed later in this section:

• For MLC 62 D models, see “Mounting the MLC 62 D.”

• For MLC 62 RS EU and MK models, see “Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU and the

MLC 62 RS MK.”

• For the MLC 64, see “Mounting the MLC 64 RS VC D.”

12. Restore power to the MLC and to the connected devices.

Front and Left Side Panels

MLC D Front Panels

The front panels of the MLC 62 RS D, the MLC 62 IR D, and MLC 64 models contain buttons and indicators that are visible and accessible after the MLC has been mounted. Other front panel controls and connectors are located behind the MLC wallplate and are not visible after mounting (see “Controls behind the wallplate,” later in this section).

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The numbered callouts below apply to all the following MLC D front panel drawings.

MUTE

a Activity LED b Display power On

and Off Buttons

c Volume buttons and

LEDs (MLC 62 models only)

MLC 62 D front panels

By default, the MLC 62 RS D has eight front panel buttons, and the MLC 62 IR D has six. Both models also have indicator LEDs for volume and activity.

d Input Selection buttons e Reset LED f Reset button g USB configuration port h DIP switches

DISPLAY

LAPTOP

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

MUTE

Extron

i IR Learning sensor j On button identification nub k Mute button (MLC 64 only) l Volume control knob

MLC 64 RS VC D only)

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

Extron

MLC 62 RS D

MLC 62 IR D

Figure 6. MLC 62 RS D and MLC 62 IR D Front Panels

MLC 64 RS VC D front panel

The MLC 64 RS VC D front panel contains seven buttons, an Activity LED, and a volume

control knob.

DISPLAY

OFF

LAPTOP

AUX

VIDEO

Extron

VOLUME

VOLUM

MUTE

Figure 7. MLC 64 RS VC D Front Panel

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Controls behind the wallplate

MUT

VOLU

The front panels of the MLC D controllers contain some controls and connectors that are located behind the wallplate when the controller is mounted. To access these features that are covered during normal operation, you must remove the wallplate (see “Accessing the

Covered MLC D Front Panel Features,” later in this section).

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

MUTE

LAPTOP

Extron

MLC 62 RS D

DISPLAY

OFF

LAPTOP

VIDEO

AUX

Extron

MLC 64 RS VC D

VOLUME

MUTE

Figure 8. MLC D Front Panel Controls Behind the Wallplate

MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Front and Side Panels

The MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK front panels contain the same buttons and

indicators as the MLC 62 D models. Other connectors and controls are on the left side

panel; to access these features, you must remove the MLC from the installation surface. When the MLC is removed, the wall frame is released from the mounting surface as

well, leaving the metal mounting bracket in place (see “Accessing the MLC 62 RS EU

and MLC 62 RS MK Side and Rear Panel Features,” later in this section, for removal

procedures).

DISPLAY

ON OFF

VOLUME

PC VIDEO

LAPTOP MUTE

Extron

Front View

Left Side View

Figure 9. MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Front and Side Panels

NOTE: The MLC 62 RS MK is the same size and has the same front and side panel

features as the MLC 62 RS EU, with the exception of its larger wall frame,

which fits over an MK electrical box.

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Front panel features

Activity LED — This bicolored LED lights green when the MLC front panel buttons

are pressed. It blinks red while enabling front panel lockout (executive mode).

Display power On and Off buttons — After conﬁguring these buttons, use them

to turn the connected display device or switcher on and off.

The face of the On button contains a nub (j), which helps you to identify the button

by touch. When the On button is pressed, it blinks rapidly while the connected device is warming up. When the Off button is pressed, it blinks slowly while the device is cooling down. When this delay period has elapsed, the power button that was

pressed remains brightly lit.

By default, only one of these two buttons can be selected (active) at once. Using the

MLC configuration software, you can associate other functions and relays with each of these buttons (see the configuration software help file).

Volume buttons and LEDs (MLC 62 models only) — Use these buttons to adjust

the audio volume. Each Volume button flashes when pressed and continues to flash

while being held.

The volume indicator LEDs above the buttons give indications of change to the volume

level as follows:

• When the RS-232 or IR/S port has been congured with a serial driver that

contains a volume table, the ve LEDs light in order from left to right to show

volume level increments.

• If the current driver does not contain a volume table, the rst two LEDs on the left

blink each time the Volume Down button is pressed, and the last two LEDs on the right blink each time the Volume Up button is pressed, indicating a volume level

decrement or increment.

Input selection buttons — These buttons can be used to select the desired audio or

video input for the connected device or for a variety of other functions. By default the

buttons are set up as follows:

• MLC 62 RS models: Three of these buttons are set to input mode, meaning that

they are a mutually exclusive group and only one of the buttons can be selected (active) at a time. The active input button remains brightly lit, while all other input buttons remain dimly lit. The fourth button, labeled Mute, is set in Toggle mode and is not grouped with the others.

• MLC 62 IR D: Two double-sized buttons are grouped in input mode and are

mutually exclusive.

• MLC 64 RS: Four double-sized buttons are grouped in input mode and are

mutually exclusive.

You can change this button behavior by using the configuration software to change the operating mode of the button (see the MLC 60 Series configuration program help file for more information).

Reset LED — Indicates the status of a reset in progress.

Reset button — Press this reset button to initiate factory ﬁrmware or conﬁguration

resets (see “Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button,” later in this section).

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USB conﬁguration port — Connect a USB cable (USB A to mini B) between

your computer and this port to conﬁgure the MLC via the conﬁguration software and to update the ﬁrmware. This port can also provide power to the MLC during conﬁguration.

NOTE: Do not use this port as the permanent power source for the MLC. It

should be used for power only during button and port configuration.

• On the MLC D models, the USB port is located at the right edge of the front

panel behind the wallplate. To access this port after installation, you must remove the wallplate from the unit.

• On the MLC 62 EU and MK, the USB port is located on the left side panel. To

access this port after installation, you must detach the MLC from the installation surface.

DIP switches — Reserved for future use

IR Learning sensor — This sensor enables the MLC to learn IR commands from the

hand-held remote control of a display device or switcher. The IR-learned commands are used to create an IR driver, then conﬁgured to be played back with any button press (see “IR Learning,” later in this section).

NOTE: Before performing IR Learning to create a driver, check to see if an Extron

driver exists for your device (see “Obtaining Device Drivers” in the “Software-based Configuration” section).

j On button Identication nub — Power On button face contains a raised nub that

helps you to identify the On button by touch in a dark or dimly lit room.

k Mute button (MLC 64 only) — Press this toggle button to mute and unmute the

volume on the Extron amplifier connected to the volume control module.

l Volume control knob (MLC 64 only) — Rotate this knob to increase or decrease the

volume on the Extron amplifier connected to the volume control module.

Buttons

The front panel button illumination provides status on what the MLC is doing. The buttons

are lit while the MLC has power. When a button has been pressed and is active or on, it lights brightly. While a button is inactive or off, it is lit dimly.

When buttons are grouped together, only the button that is pressed lights brightly. The

other buttons in the group remain dim. (See the configuration software help file for information on grouping buttons; see “Installing the Configuration Software” in the “Software Configuration and Control” section to obtain the software.)

You can remove buttons and replace them with buttons having different labels. You can then configure the new buttons with the functions that their labels represent, using the configuration software (see the MLC 60 Series configuration program help file for detailed procedures for configuring the buttons).

Each Display On/Off and input selection button can be set up to perform a sequence of

several functions, which can be combinations of the following options:

• A driver operation — Execute an RS-232 or IR control command that is part of a

device driver (for a projector, VCR, DVD player, switcher, and so forth).

• A relay operation — Execute a relay command to a room device such as a motorized

screen or a projector lift.

• Setting a time delay — Insert delays between executed commands.

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• Setting the button ﬂashing rate — Specify fast or slow ﬂashing of a front panel

button and the number of seconds the button ﬂashes.

NOTE: While a button is flashing, all other front panel buttons are disabled.

• A user-deﬁned RS-232 operation — Issue a non-driver-associated RS-232 command

(one that you programmed separately), such as an SIS command, via the IR/S or the RS-232 port.

• Button emulation — Initiate a series of button functions with a single button press.

Rear Panel Features

See the wiring and installation sections, later in this section, for connection information.

GROUND

COMMON

GROUND

Tx/IR

GROUND

+12 VDC

HOST/

CONFIG

INPUT

DIGITAL

N/O

RELAYS

IR/ S

PORT B

RS-232

PORT A

PWR

12 V

0.4 A MAX

MLC 62 RS D and MLC 64 RS D

Rear Panel

MLC 62 IR D Rear Panel

GROUND

IR OUT

GROUND

+12 VDC

HOST/

PORT A

PWR

CONFIG

12V

0.4 A MAX

Figure 10. MLC 60 Series D Models Rear Panels

Tx/

RELAYS N/O

INPUT

DIGITAL

PORT A

PORT B

RS-232

IR/ S

0.4 A max

CONFIG

12 V

HOST/

PWR

Figure 11. MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Rear Panel

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a Host/Conﬁg port — This bidirectional RS-232 serial port can be used for

conguration and rmware updates in the same way as the USB port (g in the

“Front and Left Side Panels” section, earlier in this section). The baud rate is 9600

bps. This port can be used as a backup for the USB Conguration port (although you

cannot power a device through it).

b Digital Input port (RS models only) — This port enables the MLC to monitor

devices such as push buttons, switches, motion sensors, and moisture sensors and provides an additional way to trigger functions on the MLC. Connect a switch or a sensor to this 2-pole captive screw connector to initiate commands via the MLC to the display device, switcher, or other room devices such as lights or a motorized screen.

c Relay ports (RS models only) — These relays allow control of room devices such as

motorized screens, lights, and projector lifts. They are normally open relays and are

rated at 24 V, 1 A. Low-power devices can be connected directly to the relay ports; devices requiring more than 24 V can be connected through a third-party low-voltage controller (LVC).

d IR/S or IR port — This port provides unidirectional communication to control a

switcher or a display via RS-232 or IR. For IR control, one or two IR emitters can be connected with a maximum of 50 feet (15 m) distance from port to emitter.

• RS models: On all MLC 60 Series RS models, this port is labeled “Port B IR/S.” It

can be set up via the conﬁguration software to send out unidirectional RS-232 (the default) or IR commands. In the Configuration software, this port is called

Port B (IR/S)

• MLC 62 IR D: On the IR-only model, this port is labeled “Port A IR” and issues

only IR commands. In the Configuration software, this port is called Port A (IR).

e RS-232 port (RS models only) — This serial port, labeled “Port A RS-232,” provides

unidirectional communication to control a switcher or a display via RS-232. In the Configuration software, this port is called Port A (RS-232).

f PWR (power) connector — Connect the supplied 12 VDC, 1 A power supply (or

any other power supply capable of providing 12 VDC) to this 2-pole captive screw

connector.

CAUTIONS: • The power supply must not be permanently fixed to the building

structure or similar structures.

• The power supply must not be located within environmental air

handling spaces or the wall cavity.

• The installation must be in accordance with the applicable

provisions of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, Article 725 and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Section 16.

• The power supply must be located within the same vicinity as

the Extron AV processing equipment in an ordinary location,

Pollution Degree 2, secured to a podium, a desk, or an equipment rack within a dedicated closet.

• Always use a power supply specified by Extron for the MLC. Use

of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may cause damage to the supply and the MLC.

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Rear Panel Features on MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Only

The items listed in this section are located on the rear panel of the MLC 62 RS EU and the

MLC 62 RS MK only. On the MLC D models, these items are on the front panel, behind the wallplate (see “Rear Panel Features” for the descriptions of features a through f).

Tx/

RELAYS

N/O

INPUT

DIGITAL

PORT A

PORT B

RS-232

IR/ S

0.4 A max

CONFIG

12 V

HOST/

PWR

Figure 12. Features on MLC 62 RS EU and the MLC 62 RS MK Rear Panels Only

g Reset LED — Indicates the status of a reset in progress.

Reset button — Press this reset button to initiate factory ﬁrmware or conﬁguration

resets (see “Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button,” later in this section).

i DIP switches — Reserved for future use

MLC 64 RS VC D Volume Control Module Rear Panel

The MLC 64 RS VC rear panel is illustrated below. The MLC module rear panel (right

side as you view it from the back) has the same features as that of the MLC 62 RS D (see

figure 11, earlier in this section).

Figure 13. MLC 64 RS VC D Rear Panel VCM Features

VOL

GND

10V

j Volume control module connector (MLC 64 RS VC D only) — Connect an Extron

ampliﬁer to this 3-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector to enable volume and mute control by the MLC (see “Wiring the Volume Control Module (MLC 64 RS VC D

Only),” later in this section).

NOTE: Use only Extron amplifiers with the MLC 64 RS VC D.

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Installation

The MLC 60 Series can be installed as listed below:

• The MLC 62 D models can be installed in a standard one-gang electrical wall box or a

one-gang Decora mounting bracket (“mud ring”).

• The MLC 64 RS VC D can be installed a two-gang electrical box or mounting bracket.

• The MLC 62 RS EU can be installed in a standard one-gang EU junction box.

• The MLC 62 RS MK can be installed in a standard one-gang MK junction box.

CAUTIONS: • Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel

only. UL listed electrical boxes are recommended.

• Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.

• When stripping wires for use with the captive screw connectors, leave

3/16 (5 mm) of bare wire to insert into the connector.

• Exposing more than 3/16 inch of the copper wires could allow the

stripped wires to touch each other, causing a short circuit. This could result in the external DC power supply overheating and burning.

• Stripping the wires to expose less than the recommended amount

may cause them to slide out of the connector too easily, even if they are tightly pinched by the captive screws.

Removing and Replacing the Faceplates

Each MLC model is delivered with a faceplate (bezel) attached. This faceplate can be

removed if you want to replace any of the buttons or exchange the faceplate for another.

Replacement kits containing six-button or eight-button faceplates and additional buttons can be ordered (see “Part Numbers and Accessories” in the “Reference Information”

section or the Extron website at www.extron.com for information on parts that are

provided or available to order for each MLC model).

Removing and replacing an MLC D faceplate

The MLC D models are delivered with a black faceplate attached. If desired, you can remove this faceplate and replace it with the white one that is also provided with the product. (Matching black and white Decora wallplates are also provided.)

1. Remove the faceplate from the MLC D as follows:

At the center top and bottom of the faceplate are tabs, which insert into slots on the MLC main board and hold the faceplate in place. For each tab:

a. Insert the at end of the provided Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver into

the hole above or below the tab.

b. Pressing each tab in and up, pry the top and bottom of the faceplate away from

the board.

See the illustration on the next page.

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DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

Extron

Figure 14. Removing the Faceplate (MLC 60 Series D Models)

2. If you are switching faceplates, transfer the buttons from the faceplate you removed

to the replacement one.

3. Make any desired button changes (see “Replacing Buttons,” later in this section).

4. To attach the faceplate, make sure that both the faceplate and the MLC board are

upright and line up the pegs in upper-left and lower-right corners on the back of the faceplate with the two diagonal holes on the MLC board.

5. Press the faceplate onto the board with the pegs in the holes until the tabs at the top

and bottom of the faceplate snap into their slots on the board (see the illustration below).

Insert peg on faceplate into hole.

Insert tab on faceplate into slot.

Ta b

Peg

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

VIDEO

MUTE

LAPTOP

Figure 15. Attaching the Faceplate (MLC 60 Series D Models)

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Extron electronic MLC 62 IR D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

About This Guide

About the MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers

MLC Models

Features

Device Drivers

Application Diagrams

System Requirements

Features, Installation, and Operation

Installation Overview

Front and Left Side Panels

MLC D Front Panels

MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Front and Side Panels

Buttons

Rear Panel Features

Rear Panel Features on MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Only

MLC 64 RS VC D Volume Control Module Rear Panel

Installation

Removing and Replacing the Faceplates