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IPCP Pro Series
IP Link Pro Control Processors
User Guide
IP Link® Pro Products
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions • English
WARNING: This symbol, 
, when used on the product, 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.
ATTENTION: This symbol, 
, when used on the product, is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
Instructions de sécurité • Français
AVERTISSEMENT : Ce pictogramme, 
, lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le produit, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du produit d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer un choc électrique.
ATTENTION : Ce pictogramme, 
, lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le produit, signale à l’utilisateur des instructions d’utilisation ou de maintenance importantes qui se trouvent dans la documentation fournie avec le matériel.
Pour en savoir plus sur les règles de sécurité, la conformité à la réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets connexes, lisez les informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron, réf. 68-290-01, sur le site Extron, www.extron.com.
Sicherheitsanweisungen • Deutsch
WARNUNG: Dieses Symbol 
auf dem Produkt soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen, dass im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen herrschen, die nicht isoliert sind und die einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen können.
VORSICHT: Dieses Symbol 
auf dem Produkt soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.
Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung, EMI/EMF-Kompatibilität, Zugänglichkeit und verwandte Themen finden Sie in den Extron-Richtlinien für Sicherheit und Handhabung (Artikelnummer 68-290-01) auf der Extron-Website, www.extron.com.
Instrucciones de seguridad • Español
ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo, 
, cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislar dentro del producto, lo que puede representar un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
ATENCIÓN: Este símbolo, 
, cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa al usuario de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de uso y mantenimiento recogidas en la documentación proporcionada con el equipo.
Para obtener información sobre directrices de seguridad, cumplimiento de normativas, compatibilidad electromagnética, accesibilidad y temas
relacionados, consulte la Guía de cumplimiento de normativas y seguridad de Extron, referencia 68-290-01, en el sitio Web de Extron, www.extron.com.
Инструкция по технике безопасности • Русский
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ВНИМАНИЕ: Данный символ, 
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FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits 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 interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.
NOTE: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,
EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website.
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© 2014 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
The following registered trademarks(®), registered service marks(SM), and trademarks(™) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc. or Extron Electronics:
Registered Trademarks (®)
AVTrac, Cable Cubby, CrossPoint, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Extron, Flat Field, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, Inline, IP Intercom,
IP Link, Key Minder, LockIt, MediaLink, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, System INTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V Lock, VersaTools, VN Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTP Systems
Registered Service Mark(SM) : S3 Service Support Solutions
Trademarks (™)
AAP, AFL (Accu Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto Image, CDRS (Class D Ripple Suppression), DDSP (Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), Driver Configurator, DSP Configurator, DSVP (Digital Sync Validation Processing), FastBite, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk, LinkLicense, MAAP, MicroDigital, ProDSP, QS-FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Scope Trigger, SIS, Simple Instruction Set, Skew Free, SpeedNav, Triple Action Switching, XTRA, ZipCaddy, ZipClip
Conventions Used in this Guide
Notifications
The following notifications are used in this guide:
WARNING: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION: A caution indicates a situation that may result in minor injury.
ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or associated equipment.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.
Software Commands
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C [01]R000400300004000080000600[02]35[17][03]
E X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}
NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” is the capital letter “o.”
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font shown here:
Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32 C:\Program Files\Extron
Variables are written in slanted form as shown here: ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are written in the font shown here:
From the File menu, select New. Click the OK button.
Specifications Availability
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Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
Contents
Introduction.................................................... |
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Before You Begin................................................ |
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What This Guide Covers.................................. |
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Conventions Used In This Guide...................... |
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Important Information You Need Before |
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About the IPCP Pro Series.................................. |
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Features.......................................................... |
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Application Diagrams.......................................... |
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Device Control.................................................... |
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About Global Configurator (with |
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GC Professional and GC Plus Modes)................ |
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PC System Requirements................................... |
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Hardware Features and Installation............ |
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Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With |
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Installation.......................................................... |
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Get Ready....................................................... |
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Mount and Cable All Devices........................... |
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Set Up the Control Processor and |
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Touchpanels for Network Communication...... |
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Configure the Control Processor and |
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Touchpanels................................................... |
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Test and Troubleshoot..................................... |
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Network Communication Setup.......................... |
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Front Panel Features......................................... |
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IR Learning Receiver..................................... |
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Reset Features.............................................. |
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Mounting the IPCP Pro Series........................... |
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Mounting Options.......................................... |
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UL Rack Mounting Guidelines....................... |
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Rear Panel Features and Connections............... |
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Power Connections....................................... |
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Bidirectional Control and Communication |
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Connections and Features........................... |
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Unidirectional Control and Communication |
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Connections................................................. |
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Additional Control Ports................................. |
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Resetting the Unit.............................................. |
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Software-based Configuration |
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Configuration and Control: an Overview............ |
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Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section |
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and Other Resources....................................... |
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Downloading the Software and Getting Started.. 27 |
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Locating Software, Firmware, and |
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Driver Files on the Extron Website................ |
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Obtaining Control Drivers.............................. |
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Things to Do After Installing GC and |
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Before Starting a Project.............................. |
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Using GC: Helpful Tips.................................. |
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Troubleshooting................................................. |
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Power Connections....................................... |
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Data Connections......................................... |
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Device Control Connections and |
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Configuration................................................ |
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Reference Information................................ |
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Glossary............................................................ |
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File Types: a Key to Extron-specific File Names. 35 |
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Control Processors.......................................... |
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Firmware Updates....................................... |
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Determining the Firmware Version..................... |
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Using Global Configurator............................. |
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Using a Web Browser.................................... |
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Updating the Firmware...................................... |
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Locating and Downloading the Firmware....... |
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Installing Firmware......................................... |
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Index.............................................................. |
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Introduction
This section covers the following basic information you should know about this guide and
the product before installation:
•Before You Begin — What this guide covers and does not cover, and what terms are used to refer to these products
•About the IPCP Pro Series — An overview of the products and their features
•Application Diagrams — Example application diagrams
•Device Control — General information about IR, RS-232, and Ethernet control of other products
•About Global Configurator (with GC Professional and GC Plus Modes)
•PC System Requirements — Where to find computer and network system requirements
Before You Begin
What This Guide Covers
This user guide provides instructions for an experienced installer to install an Extron
IPCP Pro Series IP Link Pro Control Processor. In this guide you will find detailed information and best practices recommendations about cabling the control processor, a brief overview of the configuration process, and reference information.
You will configure the control processor using Extron Global Configurator software running in Global Configurator Professional (GC Professional) or Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode. This guide does not contain instructions on detailed software-related setup steps or details of configuration within the software: those are covered in the Global Configurator Help file and help files for related programs. The software help files describe how to use each program to download drivers, add AV devices to a configuration, configure basic functions, and set up schedules, macros, e-mail alerts, touchpanel button configurations, and the like.
Conventions Used In This Guide
Throughout this guide the IPCP Pro Series products are also referred to as the “IPCP,” “IPCP Pro,” or “control processor.” Global Configurator software is referred to as “GC”, which can be run in Global Configurator Professional mode (“GC Professional”) or Global Configurator Plus mode (“GC Plus”). The GlobalViewer Enterprise application is sometimes referred to as “GVE.” Unless otherwise noted, in images of software or web pages, circled numbers correspond to the like-numbered procedural steps.
Important Information You Need Before You Install These Control Processors
The IPCP Pro Series control processors and TouchLink Pro touchpanels work differently from the previous generation of IP Link products. The order and types of setup tasks
are important. Pay close attention to them. Follow the setup checklist in the Hardware Features and Installation section starting on page 7.
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About the IPCP Pro Series
The IPCP Pro Series Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display devices and switchers, source devices, and various other items such as lights, a projector lift, or a screen motor. They can be used in a distributed control system environment or as stand-alone control processors. Some models also have the ability to power devices that accept 12 VDC.
Figure 1. IPCP Pro 250 (left), IPCP Pro 350 (center), IPCP Pro 550 (right)
An IPCP Pro Series control processor acts as the centerpiece of a control system that features Extron TouchLink Pro Touchpanels. The IPCP supports multiple TouchLink Pro touchpanels over a standard Ethernet network. The touchpanels provide a convenient, aesthetically pleasing interface for controlling the IPCP, which, in turn, controls the other system components. Another option is to use a third party device such as a touchpanel or tablet in conjunction with Extron LinkLicense.
NOTE: GUI Designer is used to design the user interface layout any Extron TouchLink Pro touchpanel or third party touch interface that will be used with the IPCP.
The IPCP is configured completely via Global Configurator software. Once you have set up how you want it to work (set up IP addresses and functions, assigned drivers to
ports, configured relays and digital input or output), that information is saved to a project configuration file that is built and uploaded into the IPCP and to any optional TouchLink touchpanels.
The IPCP Pro Series integrates seamlessly with Extron GlobalViewer Enterprise (GVE) software and the GlobalViewer web-based AV resource management tool for remote control applications.
Features
General features
Flexible options for device control — The IPCP offers RS-232 and infrared (IR) control, TCP/Ethernet control and monitoring, relays, and either digital I/O (digital input or digital output) or flexible I/O (analog input or digital input or digital output) controls. Some models also offer independently switched 12 VDC power output or a port for volume control of an Extron audio amplifier.
Rack mountability — All models except the IPCP Pro 350M are housed in a standard 1U high enclosure which is easily rack mounted or can be installed in or under furniture with an optional mounting kit.
Universal power system compatibility
•The IPCP Pro 550 includes an internal power supply that accepts 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz input.
•Other models include a 12 VDC external power supply that accepts 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz input.
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Network and configuration features
• Global compatibility — The IPCP uses industry standard Ethernet communication protocols, including DHCP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, and UDP/IP.
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Application Diagrams
The following figures show examples of types of devices that can be connected to some of the ports on the IPCP Pro Series control processors.
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PRELIMINARY
Figure 3. An IPCP Pro 550 Application
Device Control
The IPCP must be configured in one of the following ways before it will send commands to a projector, display, or other device:
•An IR, RS-232, or Ethernet driver file can be downloaded from the extensive Extron driver selection from the Extron website (www.extron.com/download/index.aspx). The driver is saved to a folder and commands from the driver are incorporated into the configuration file for the control processor and any touchpanels that will work with it. The configuration file is built and uploaded to the IPCP via GC.
•If a driver is not already available, RS-232 or Ethernet command strings can be entered directly from a host computer using Global Configurator. These can then be incorporated into controls within the GC project.
•IR commands can be entered directly from an IR remote control through IR learning via GC to create a driver that the IPCP can use. IR learning is seldom needed, but it is
convenient for installing new or updated commands into the IPCP Pro Series in the field in the rare cases when a driver is not already available from Extron.
See the Global Configurator Help file (which comes with the software) for details on setting up the IPCP and for downloading, programming, or learning device control commands.
IPCP Pro Series • Introduction |
5 |
About Global Configurator (with GC Professional and GC Plus Modes)
Global Configurator is the software tool for network setup and configuration of an IPCP Pro control processor. Global Configurator:
•Loads device drivers for monitoring the status of and controlling devices within the AV system.
•Uploads GUI Designer layouts to touchpanels and third party touch interfaces.
•Creates the configuration containing all the settings for the control processor and the products with which it interacts in the AV system.
•Generates a graphical user interface called GlobalViewer (GV) that is uploaded to the control processor (a GlobalViewer host device) along with the completed configuration and can be accessed as a web page.
Using GlobalViewer, users can monitor and control Extron and third-party equipment such as projectors, displays, computer monitors, VCRs, and DVD players.
Global Configurator Professional is the licensed mode of the software.
PC System Requirements
To find the minimum hardware and software requirements for the PC you will use to configure the IPCP Pro Series:
•Visit the Download page (www.extron.com/download/index.aspx) on the Extron website and navigate to web page for the specific software package (such as Global Configurator and GUI Designer). Minimum PC hardware and software system requirements are listed in the description section. In some cases, minimum device firmware version requirements are also listed there.
•If system requirements are not listed on the software package web page, contact an Extron support representative.
PRELIMINARY
IPCP Pro Series • Introduction |
6 |
Hardware Features
and Installation
This section covers the following material:
•Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation — A checklist of tasks to guide you through installation
•Network Communication Setup — A flowchart guide to network settings configuration
•Front Panel Features — Locations and some descriptions of items on the front panel
•Mounting the IPCP Pro Series — Brief guidelines for mounting
•Rear Panel Features and Connections — Locations, descriptions, and cabling notes for rear panel features and corresponding front panel indications
•Resetting the Unit — Information about the available reset modes and how to reset the IPCP
The IPCP Pro Series control processors work differently from the previous generation of IP Link products. Pay careful attention to the order and types of setup tasks. Follow the setup checklist in this guide or in the setup guide and keep it with you for reference throughout the installation and configuration process.
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation
Get Ready
Familiarize yourself with the features of the control processor (see Front Panel Features on page 10 and Rear Panel Features and Connections on page 12) and of any TouchLink Pro touchpanels that will be part of the system.
Download and install the latest version of the following:
•Global Configurator (GC) software — for setting up and configuring the control processor. GC Professional and GC Plus modes include the Toolbelt feature,
IR Learner Pro (for creating IR driver files using the remote controls of AV products if drivers are not already available from Extron), and a way to upgrade the firmware of the control processor if the need arises.
•IP Link Pro device drivers — for use with GC, to make control of other devices possible
•GUI Designer software — for designing layouts for Extron Touchlink Pro touchpanels and third party touch interfaces
All are available from www.extron.com (see Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website on page 27).
Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You will need the following details for each IP Link Pro device:
DHCP setting (on or off) |
Gateway IP address |
Device (IPCP Pro, TouchLink Pro, IPL Pro) IP address |
Username |
Subnet mask |
Passwords |
Write down the MAC addresses of each IP Link Pro device to be used.
Obtain model names and setup information for devices the IPCP will control.
PRELIMINARY
IPCP Pro Series • Hardware Features and Installation |
7 |
Mount and Cable All Devices
Mount the unit to a rack or furniture (see Mounting the IPCP Pro Series on page 11).
Cable devices to the control processor (see Rear Panel Features and Connections starting on page 12).
Connect power cords and power on all the devices.
Set Up the Control Processor and Touchpanels for Network Communication
Connect the PC that you will use for setup, the control processor, and touchpanels to the same Ethernet subnetwork. For control processor LAN connections, see LAN or LAN A (IP) connectors and LEDs on page 16.
Start Global Configurator and use the Toolbelt feature of the software to set the IP address, subnet, gateway IP address, DHCP status, and related settings. See the flowchart in Network Communication Setup on page 9.
Configure the Control Processor and Touchpanels
The most basic steps are outlined below in the recommended order.
NOTE: See the Global Configurator Help file and GUI Designer Help file as needed for step-by-step instructions and detailed information. The help file for GC includes an introduction to the software and how to start a project and configuration.
If TouchLink Pro touchpanels will be part of the system, start and use GUI Designer to design, save, and build the graphical user interface (GUI) layout for the touchpanels. See the GUI Designer Help file for instructions.
Using GC, create a new GC Professional or GC Plus project and configure the control processor and other IP Link Pro devices. The configuration tells the control processor how its ports will function; how to control other products; which touchpanels to interact with; what to monitor; when to do things; and whom to notify, how, and under what circumstances.
Configure ports on the control processor.
•Select device drivers and link them to each serial, IR/serial, or Ethernet port.
•Select settings (serial protocol, relay behavior, digital I/O or flex I/O settings) as needed.
Set up monitors, schedules, macros, and local variables.Add touchpanels and set them up:
•Upload the GUI configuration to the touchpanels using Global Configurator.
•Assign any appropriate functions, monitors, or schedules to the touchpanels and their buttons.
Save and build the project.
Upload the system configuration to the control processor.
Test and Troubleshoot
Test the system. See the Troubleshooting section starting on page 30 for an outline of items to check during system troubleshooting.
Make adjustments to wiring or configuration as needed.
PRELIMINARY
IPCP Pro Series • Hardware Features and Installation |
8 |
Network Communication Setup
Network setup is essential prior to configuration. Use the flowchart as a guide to setting up the control processor for network use.
Network Communication Setup,
Connected/Online Method
Connect the control processor and PC to the same LAN and apply power.
Open the Toolbelt utility in
Global Con gurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode).
ToolBelt displays a list of all IP Link Pro devices connected to the network.
Do you know the MAC address?
Yes
Select the desired device from the list.
No
Activate the Identify Hardware feature.
To determine the correct device, click on a device in the list and observe the device. The front panel LEDs of the selected device „ash. Click on devices in the list until the LEDs
of the correct device „ash.
Enable DHCP or you must type in the IP address, subnet address, and gateway,
then con gure other network settings as needed.
Figure 4. Network Setup, Online Method
PRELIMINARY
IPCP Pro Series • Hardware Features and Installation |
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