Extron Electronics IPL Pro User Manual
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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide
The Extron IPL Pro Series IP Link® Pro Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to
remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display
devices and switchers. These control processors include an
embedded web server and support for
power over Ethernet (PoE). Depending on
the model, an IPLPro control processor can
include multiple bidirectional serial ports
for use in applications that require control
and monitoring of multiple devices within a
large-scale AV system.
This guide provides instructions for an experienced installer to install an IPLPro Series control processor and to create a
basic configuration. Configure the control processor using Extron Global Configurator software running in Global Configurator
Professional (GCProfessional) or Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode. The IPL integrates seamlessly with Extron
GlobalViewer® Enterprise (GVE) software and the GlobalViewer web-based AV resource management for remote control
applications. These control processors support multiple TouchLink®Pro touchpanel interfaces over a standard Ethernet network.
Global Configurator and other useful software applications are available at www.extron.com.
product to the power source.
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation
Get Ready
Familiarize yourself with the features of the control processor (see Front Panel Features on page3 and Rear Panel
Features on page3) and of any TouchLinkPro 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. GCProfessional and
GCPlus modes include the Toolbelt feature and a way to upgrade the firmware of the control processor if the need
arises.
• IPLinkPro device drivers — for use with GC, to make control of other devices possible
• GUI Designer software — for designing layouts for Extron TouchLinkPro touchpanels and third party touch interfaces
All are avail able from www.extron.com (see Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website on
page6).
Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You will need the following details for each IPLinkPro
device:
DHCP setting (on or off) Subnet mask User name
Device (IPCP Pro, TouchlinkPro, IPLPro) IP address Gateway IP address Passwords
Write down the MAC addresses of each IPLinkPro device to be used.
Obtain model names and setup information for devices the IPL will control.
Mount and Cable All Devices
Mount the unit to a rack or furniture (see Mounting on page3).
Cable devices to the control processor (see Cabling and Features on page 4).
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 Control - LAN (Ethernet) on page5.
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 page2.
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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued)
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 TouchLinkPro 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 GUIDesigner Help file for instructions.
Using GC, create a new GCPlus or GCProfessional project and configure the control processor and other IPLinkPro
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 or Ethernet port.
• Select settings (serial protocol) 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 IPLProUser Guide for an outline of the system testing procedure.
Make adjustments to wiring or configuration as needed.
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.
Global Congurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode).
ToolBelt displays a list of all IP Link Pro devices
Open the Toolbelt utility in
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 congure other network settings as needed.
Figure 1. Network Setup, Online Method
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Power
LED
Power
LED
Power
LED
Network
ess
connector
connector
ess
Mounting
Securely mount the control processor and other devices and attach cables using the wiring section (Cabling and Features on
page4) as a wiring guide. Optional 1U rack shelves and furniture mounting bracket kits are available for use with the control
processor. Read the instructions and UL guidelines that come with the rack shelf or mounting kit for installation procedures.
See the product-specific page at www.extron.com for a list of compatible accessories for mounting your control processor.
Panels and Locations of Features
Location and quantity of LEDs and corresponding connectors vary by model, but the functions and port wiring are identical
across models for each port type.
Front Panel Features
R
Reset
Button
(recessed)
R
(recessed)
R
Reset
Button
RTS
CTS
Tx
Rx
RTS
CTS
Tx
Rx
COM
RTS
Tx
CTS
Rx
COM (Serial)
LEDs
COM
312
COM (Serial)
LEDs
COM
312 645
IPL PRO S1
IPL PRO S3
1000
LINK
ACT
IPL PRO S6
1000
LINK
ACT
LAN/
LEDs
Rear Panel Features
POWER
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
12V
S/N: ####### E######
0.2A MAX
Tx Rx
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
5-pole COM
RS-232 port
COM 2
G
Tx Rx
COM 2
G
Tx Rx
COM 5
G
Tx Rx
Power
input
POWER
12V
X.XA MAX
Power
input
POWER
12V
X.XA MAX
MAC
address
COM 1
G
Tx Rx
5-pole COM
RS-232/RS-422/
RS-485 ports
COM 1
G
Tx Rx
COM 4
G
Tx Rx
IPL PRO S1
COM
G
RTSCTS
COM 3
G
Tx Rx
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
5-pole COM
RS-232 ports
COM 3
G
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
COM 6
G
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
RTSCTS
LAN / PoE
LAN/PoE
(Ethernet)
connector and LEDs
IPL PRO S3
00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
S/N: ####### E######
S/N: ####### E######
LAN / PoE
LAN/PoE (Ethernet)
connector and LEDs
IPL PRO S6
MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX
S/N: ####### E######
LAN / PoE
MAC
addr
MAC
addr
NOTE: Numbers adjacent to LEDs
correspond to the like-numbered
rear panel ports.
Figure 2. IPL Pro Series Front Panel Features
LAN/PoE (Ethernet)
connector and LEDs
Figure 3. IPL Pro Series Rear Panel Features
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