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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.

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.

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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.

Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano

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avvertire l’utente della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di scosse elettriche.

ATTENTZIONE: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad

avvertire l’utente della presenza di importanti istruzioni di funzionamento e manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.

Per informazioni su parametri di sicurezza, conformità alle normative, compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento alla Guida alla conformità normativa e di sicurezza di Extron, cod. articolo 68-290-01, sul sito web di Extron, www.extron.com.

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Informacji na temat wytycznych w sprawie bezpieczeństwa, regulacji wzajemnej zgodności, zgodność EMI/EMF, dostępności i Tematy pokrewne, zobacz Extron bezpieczeństwa i regulacyjnego zgodności przewodnik, część numer 68-290-01, na stronie internetowej Extron, www.extron.com.

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на продукте, предупреждает пользователя о наличии неизолированного опасного напряжения внутри корпуса продукта, которое может привести к поражению электрическим током.

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警告：产品上的这个标志意在警告用户该产品机壳内有暴露的危险电压，

有触电危险。

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.

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重要的操作和维护(维修）说明。

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Extron 安全规范指南，产品编号 68-290-01

。

安全記事 • 繁體中文

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安全上のご注意、法規厳守、EMI/EMF適合性、その他の関連項目については、エクストロンのウェブサイト www.extron.com より『 Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide』 ( P/N 68-290-01) をご覧ください。

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접지되지 않은 위험한 전류로 인해 사용자가 감전될 위험이 있음을 경고합니다.

주의: 이 기호 가 제품에 사용될 경우, 장비와 함께 제공된 책자에 나와

있는 주요 운영 및 유지보수(정비) 지침을 경고합니다.

안전 가이드라인, 규제 준수, EMI/EMF 호환성, 접근성, 그리고 관련 항목에 대한 자세한 내용은 Extron 웹 사이트(www.extron.com)의 Extron 안전 및 규제 준수 안내서, 68-290-01 조항을 참조하십시오.

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

(see the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):

Registered Trademarks

(®)

Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Flat Field, FlexOS, GlobalConﬁgurator, GlobalScripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, HyperLane, IPIntercom, IPLink, KeyMinder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink, MediaPort, NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VideoLounge, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, XTPSystems, and ZipClip

Registered Service Mark

(SM)

: S3 Service Support Solutions

Trademarks

(™)

AAP, AFL (Accu-Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto-Image, CableCover, CDRS (ClassD Ripple Suppression), Codec Connect, DDSP (Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), DriverConﬁgurator, DSPConﬁgurator, DSVP (Digital Sync Validation Processing), eLink, Entwine, EQIP, Everl ast, FastBite, FOX, FOXBOX, IPIntercom HelpDesk, MAAP, MicroDigital, PendantConnect, Opti-Torque, ProDSP, QS-FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Room Agent, Scope-Trigger, ShareLink, SIS, SimpleInstructionSet, Skew-Free, SpeedNav, StudioStation, Triple-Action Switching, True4K, Vector 4K, WebShare, XTRA, and ZipCaddy

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,

Battery Notice

This product contains a battery. Do not open the unit to replace the battery. If the battery needs replacing, return the entire unit to Extron (for the correct address, see the Extron Warranty section on the last page of this guide).

CAUTION: Risk of explosion. Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type. Dispose

ATTENTION : Risque d’explosion. Ne pas remplacer la pile par le mauvais type de pile.

EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

of used batteries according to the instructions.

Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées selon le mode d’emploi.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notiﬁcations

The following notiﬁcations are used in this guide:

CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury. ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure.

ATTENTION:

• Risk of property damage.

• Risque de dommages matériels.

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] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]

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

Product speciﬁcations are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Extron Glossary of Terms

A glossary of terms is available at http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.

Contents Contents

Introduction ...................................................1

Before You Begin ................................................ 1

What This Guide Covers ................................. 1

Conventions Used in This Guide ..................... 1

Important Information You Need Before

Installation ..................................................... 1

About the MLCPlus50/100/200Series ............. 2

Features ......................................................... 4

Application Diagrams ......................................... 5

Device Control .................................................... 7

About Global Conﬁgurator (with

GCProfessional and GCPlus Modes) ............... 7

PC System Requirements ................................... 8

Hardware Features and Installation ...........9

Overall Conﬁguration Procedure for the

Controller ......................................................... 10

Installation Step 1: Get Ready........................... 10

Installation Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site .. 11

Accessibility and Americans with Disabilities

Act (ADA) Compliance ................................. 11

Site Preparation ............................................ 12

Installation Step 3: Change a Faceplate or

Button Labels (Optional) .................................. 12

Replacing a Faceplate .................................. 12

Replacing Button Labels ............................... 14

Installation Step 4: Cable All Devices ................ 15

Rear and Side Panel Features and Cabling ... 16

Installation Step 5: Set up the MLCPlus for

Network Communication ................................. 24

Installation Step 6: Conﬁgure the MLC Plus ...... 24

Installation Step 7: Test and Troubleshoot ......... 25

Installation Step 8: Complete the Physical

Installation ....................................................... 25

Mounting .......................................................... 25

Operation ..................................................... 28

Front Panel Features ......................................... 28

Faceplates .................................................... 30

Mounting Holes ............................................ 30

Buttons......................................................... 31

Volume Controls and LEDs ........................... 31

Reset Features and Resetting the Unit .............. 33

Locating the Reset Button and LED .............. 33

Resetting the Unit ......................................... 33

Software-based

Conﬁguration and Control .........................36

Conﬁguration and Control: an Overview ............ 36

Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this

Section and Other Resources .......................... 37

Downloading the Software and Getting

Started ............................................................ 37

Locating Software, Firmware, and

Driver Files on the Extron Website ................ 38

Obtaining Control Drivers .............................. 39

Things to Do After Installing GC and

Before Starting a Project .............................. 39

Using GC: Helpful Tips ..................................... 40

Troubleshooting ................................................ 40

Hardware and Mounting ............................... 40

Connections and Conﬁguration ..................... 40

Reference Information ...............................42

Network Port Requirements and Licensed

Third-Party Software ........................................ 42

File Types: a Key to Extron-Speciﬁc File Names .. 42

Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certiﬁcates ........... 43

Firmware Updates .......................................44

Determining the Firmware Version ..................... 44

Using Global Conﬁgurator and Toolbelt ......... 44

Using a Browser ........................................... 44

Updating the Firmware ..................................... 45

Locating and Downloading the Firmware ...... 45

Installing Firmware ........................................ 45

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Contents v

Glossary ....................................................... 46 Index ............................................................. 49

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Contents vi

Introduction

This section covers the following information you should know about this guide and the products before installation:

• Before You Begin — What this guide covers and does not cover, and what terms are

used to refer to this product

• About the MLCPlus50/100/200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)— A brief

description of the software needed to set up the controllers

• 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 MLCPlus50/100/200Series IP Link Pro Controller. This guide includes detailed information and best practices recommendations about cabling the controller, a brief overview of the conﬁguration process, and reference information.

You conﬁgure the controller 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, controller button conﬁgurations, and the like.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Throughout this guide the MLCPlus50/100/200Series products are also referred to as the “MLCPlus,” “MLCPlus50/100/200,” or “controller.” 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 referred to as “GVE.” Unless otherwise noted, in images of software or web pages, circled numbers correspond to procedural steps.

Important Information You Need Before Installation

The MLCPlus50/100/200 Series controllers 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9.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 1

About the MLCPlus50/100/200Series

The MLCPlus50/100/200Series Controllers integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, 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 controllers.

All models ﬁt standard US junction boxes or mud rings, and all include magnetic faceplates. The models offer different mounting options and they differ in button or button and knob arrangements. The buttons and knob can be conﬁgured for a variety of functions.

• The MLCPlus50 features six buttons and fits a standard US two-gang junction box or

mud ring.

Figure 1. MLCPlus50 Front (Left), Rear (Middle), and Side (Right) Views

• The MLCPlus100 and MLCPlus100AAP models feature six buttons and a knob.

• The MLCPlus100 fits a standard US two-gang junction box or mud ring.

Figure 2. MLCPlus100 Front (Left), Rear (Middle), and Side (Right) Views

• The MLCPlus100AAP fits a standard US four-gang junction box or mud ring and

includes space to mount from one to four Extron AAP plates.

Figure 3. MLCPlus100AAP Front (Left) and Rear (Right) Views

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 2

• The MLCPlus200 and MLCPlus200AAP models feature ten buttons and a knob.

• The MLCPlus200 fits a standard US three-gang junction box or mud ring.

Figure 4. MLCPlus200 Front (Left), Rear (Middle), and Side (Right) Views

• The MLCPlus200AAP fits a standard US five-gang junction box or mud ring and

includes space to mount from one to four Extron AAP plates.

Figure 5. MLCPlus200AAP Front (Left) and Rear (Right) Views

The MLCPlus 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), that information is saved to a project conﬁguration ﬁle that is built and uploaded into the MLCPlus.

The MLCPlus50/100/200 Series integrates seamlessly with Extron GlobalViewer Enterprise (GVE) software and the GlobalViewer web-based AV resource management tool for remote control applications.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 3

Features

General features

• Flexible options for device control

• Controlling the MLC — All models offer front panel controls. The MLC can also

be controlled using Extron Control apps, or digitalinput signals.

• Controlling other devices — The MLCPlus50/100/200Series models offer

RS-232 and IR-based control, digital input, and relay controls. Except for the MLCPlus50, they also include a port for volume control of an Extron audio ampliﬁer.

Available Ports

Model LAN

(Ethernet) MLC Plus 50 1 1 1 0 1 2 MLC Plus 100 1 2 1 1 1 2 MLC Plus 100 AAP 1 2 1 1 1 2 MLC Plus 200 1 2 1 1 1 2 MLC Plus 200 AAP 1 2 1 1 1 2

• A variety of mounting options — The MLC can be mounted in furniture or a wall, in

a lectern, or in a surface mount box, depending on the model and its faceplate.

Serial

(RS‑232)

IR Volume

control

Digital

input

Relays

US Gang Size and AAP Options Model US gang size AAP opening? MLC Plus 50 2 No MLC Plus 100 2 No MLC Plus 100 AAP 4 Yes MLC Plus 200 3 No MLC Plus 200 AAP 5 Yes

NOTE: Optional kits (alternative mounting hardware and faceplates) are available

for the MLCPlus100 and MLCPlus200 to add an opening for a 1-gang product that fits within a decorator-style opening.

• Support for Power over Ethernet (PoE) — The MLC supports power over

Ethernet, which allows the controller to receive both power and an Ethernet connection over a single connector.

• Support for an optional external power supply — The MLC also supports

connection to an optional external 12VDC, 0.5A power supply that accepts 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz input. The power supply is not included with the MLCPlus50/100/200.

Network and configuration features

• Global compatibility — The MLC uses industry standard Ethernet communication

protocols, including DHCP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, and UDP/IP.

• Embedded web pages — The MLC Plus 50/100/200 embedded web pages include

basic information about the device, time, network settings, ﬁrmware version, system project conﬁguration information (project name, version, created date, GC version used), and a ﬁrmware upload option.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 4

• Network connection — The MLCPlus50/100/200 models support 10Base-T up to

Blu-ray Player

MediaLink Plus Controller

gigabit (1000Base-T) Ethernet communication.

• Remote equipment management — The IPLinkPro connection via the LAN

port on the MLCPlus allows you to remotely manage, monitor, and control several Ethernet-enabled products such as projectors, cameras, video conferencing equipment, switchers, and other AV equipment. The MLC provides support for the following:

• TCP, UDP, and HTTP connections

• Password protection using secure communication

• Up to eight or four Ethernet devices at a time depending on the configuration mode

(GCProfessional or GCPlus)

• Connection via IP address or host name

• Multi-level password protection — Allows security to be set based on user roles.

• System asset management — The configured system and controller allow you to

control, monitor, and schedule various functions of devices in the system.

• E-mail notification — The MLC can be set up to send e-mail notifications, such as a

notice that a projector has been disconnected or the projector lamp has been used for a designated number of hours.

Application Diagrams

The following ﬁgures show examples of types of devices that can be connected to ports on the MLCPlus50/100/200Series controllers.

WiFi

12 3 4

Ethernet

Network

HDMI with Embedded Audio

STANDBY/ON

PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF

IR to Blu-ray

DISPLAY

ON OFF

VOL

VIDEO

Extron

USB

Ethernet

Extron MLC Plus 50

100-240V

50/60 Hz

---A MAX

Ethernet/PoE

Relay to Screen Control

Figure 6. An MLCPlus50 Application

TCP/IP

XTP

Ethernet

Projector with Internal Speakers

Extron

XTP PWR

PWR

XTP PI 100

XTP Power Injector

Screen Control

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 5

Laptop

Blu-ray Player

Extron IN1604 DTP

Scaler with DTP Extension

Extron XPA 1002 Plus

Power Amplier

HDMI

WiFi

12 34

HDMI

100-240V ~ --A MAX

50-60 Hz

100-240V 0.5A MAX, 50-60Hz

Microphones

HDMI HDMI3421 CONFIGURABLE

HDMI

Audio

DMP 64

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

OUT

1 2

XPA 1002 Plus

LIMITER/PROTECT

SIGNAL

2 1

4 5 3 46

MIC/LINE INPUTS

Audio

OUTPUT

SIG

OUT

REMOTE

INPUTS

ATTENUATION

∞

8Ω / 4Ω OUTPUTS

50mA

10V

STANDBY

GCV

CLASS 2 WIRING

Extron Extron

Audio

Extron SM 26

Speakers

Audio

MIC +48V

1 2 3

4 5 6

LINK

OVER TP

HDBT

RS-232 IR

DTP

GRx

Tx RxTx

Audio

RS-232 (1)

2 3 G

TxRx G

I/O

RS-232 (2)

OUTPUTS

321 4 +V1 2 3 4 G

TALLY OUTCONTACT IN

RS-232

TxRx G

REMOTEAUDIOINPUT

REMOTE

TxRx G

4 5 6 G

Extron DMP 64

LAN

Digital Matrix

RESET

Processor

Ethernet

IR to Blu-ray

RS-232 to Projector

RS-232 to IN1604 DT P

TCP/IP

Network

Ethernet

100-240V

50/60 Hz

DISPLAY

ON OFF

VOLUME

Extron

LAPTOP

VIDEO

MUTE

---A MAX

Ethernet/PoE

Relay to Screen Control

XTP

XTP PWR

PWR

Extron XTP PI 100

XTP Power Injector

Extron MLC Plus 100

MediaLink Plus Controller

Figure 7. An MLCPlus100 Application

CATx Cable up to 330' (100 m)

POWER 12V

0.7A MAX

RS-232

Projector

OVER DTP

RS-232

TxRx Tx RxG

SIG

LINK

DTP IN

Extron DTP HDMI 330 Rx

DTP HDMI 230 Rx

OUTPUTS

AUDIO

Receiver

L R

Screen

HDMI

Control

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 6

Laptop

WiFi

12 34

Extron DTP HDMI 330 Rx

SIG LINK

Receiver

POWER 12V

0.7A MAX

OUTPUTS

AUDIO

L R

DTP IN

OVER DTP

RS-232

TxRx Tx RxG

DTP HDMI 330 Rx

Extron FF 220T

Ceiling Speakers

Screen Control

Projector

Device Control

RS-232

AUDIO INPUTS OUTPUTS

L 5 R

1 2

+48V

MIC/LINE

VARIABLE

L 6

L R

+48V

Ethernet/PoE

Relay to Screen Control

Ethernet

Audio

AMPLIFIED OUTPUT

70V - 100W

Ethernet

CLASS 2 WIRING

REMOTE

LAN

RESET

RS-232

TxRx

Extron XTP PI 100

XTP Power Injector

Network

Ethernet

100-240V

50/60 Hz

---A MAX

TCP/IP

XTP

XTP PWR

PWR

Document Camera

Extron IN1608 MA

Switcher with DTP Extension

STANDBY/ON

Blu-ray Player

HDMI HDMI

VGA

100-240V ~ -- A MAX

50/60 Hz

PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF

CONFIGURABLE

HDMI

USB

IR to Blu-ray

Extron MLC Plus 200

MediaLink Plus

INPUTS

HDMI

CATx Cable up to 330' (100 m)

IN1608 MA

OVER DTP

RS-232 IR

TxRx TxRxG

SIG LINK

OVER DTP

RS-232 IR

DTP IN

TxRx TxRxG

OUTPUTS

SIG LINK

OVER DTP

RS-232 IR

TxRx TxRxG

DTP IN

L L1 R R

HDMI

L 2

L 4

DTP OUT

RS-232 over DTP

DISPLAY

ON OFF

VOLUME

Extron

LAPTOP

HDMI

VGA

DOC

SCREEN

CAM

SCREEN

MUTE

DOWN

Controller

Figure 8. An MLCPlus200 Application

The MLCPlus must be conﬁgured in one of the following ways before it can 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 GC configuration file for the controller. The configuration file is built and uploaded to the MLCPlus 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.

See the Global Conﬁgurator Help ﬁle (which comes with the software) for details on setting up the MLCPlus and for downloading device control commands.

About Global Configurator (with GCProfessional and GCPlus Modes)

Global Conﬁgurator is the software tool for network setup and conﬁguration of an MLCPlus50/100/200 Series controller. Global Conﬁgurator:

• Loads device drivers for monitoring the status of and controlling devices within the AV

system.

• Creates the configuration containing all the settings for the controller and the products

with which it interacts in the AV system.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 7

• Creates a graphical user interface for use with Extron Control that looks just like the

front panel controls. Using Extron Control you can operate the MLCPlus remotely as if you were touching the controls on the actual front panel.

• Generates a basic graphical user interface called GlobalViewer (GV) that is uploaded to

the controller (a GlobalViewer host device) along with the completed configuration and can be accessed as a web page and used to monitor the unit, but not to operate it.

To obtain Global Conﬁgurator (GCProfessional, GC Plus) software, you must have an Extron Insider account and contact an Extron support representative. Extron provides training to our customers on how to use the software. Access to the features of Global Conﬁgurator Professional is available to users who successfully complete Extron Control Professional Certiﬁcation.

PC System Requirements

To ﬁnd the minimum hardware and software requirements for the PC used to conﬁgure the MLCPlus50/100/200 Series:

• Visit the Download page (www.extron.com/download/index.aspx) on the Extron

website and navigate to the web page for the specific software package (such as Global Configurator). Minimum 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.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Introduction 8

Hardware Features and Installation

This section covers the following material:

• Overall Configuration Procedure for the Controller — A flowchart showing the

main steps needed to install and set up the controller

• Installation Step 1: Get Ready — A checklist of tasks to guide you through

installation

• Installation Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site — Notes on accessibility and

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, as well as instructions for preparing the site and installing mounting hardware prior to connecting the controller

• Installation Step 3: Change a Faceplate or Button Labels (optional) — Step by

step instructions for replacing buttons or faceplates

• Installation Step 4: Cable All Devices — Locations, descriptions, and cabling notes

for rear and side panel features including wiring diagrams and details about each port

• Installation Step 5: Set up the MLC for Network Communication — A flowchart

guide to network settings configuration

• Installation Step 6: Configure the MLC Plus — An outline of the conﬁguration steps

to be performed using software

• Installation Step 7: Test and Troubleshoot — Basic steps to test and troubleshoot

the installation

• Installation Step 8: Complete the Physical Installation — How to wrap up AAP

connections, cabling, and mounting

• Mounting — Brief guidelines for mounting each model

The MLCPlus50/100/200 Series controllers work differently from the previous generation of MediaLink and IPLink products. Pay careful attention to the order and types of setup tasks. Follow the installation steps in this guide or in the setup guide and keep it with you for reference throughout the installation and conﬁguration process.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 9

Overall Configuration Procedure for the Controller

Prepare the installation site.

Change buttons or faceplates, if desired

Cable the MLC Plus, then apply power.

Within Global Conﬁgurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode):

Create a new GC Professional or GC Plus project

Create monitors, schedules, macros, timers,

Build and upload the conguration to the controller.

Test the system, make adjustments, nalize conguration.

Conﬁgure the IP settings

of the MLC Plus.

If desired or required, install a new

security certicate (via Toolbelt).

and add the MLC Plus to it.

Congure ports on the controller.

and local variables.

Congure controller buttons.

Save the project.

Cable all devices.

Mount the MLC Plus.

network

See the network

communication setup

instructions

instructions in this guide.

Figure 9. Overall Configuration Steps

Installation Step 1: Get Ready

Use the following checklist to prepare for the installation.

 Download and install the latest version of the following:

• Global Configurator Professional or Global Configurator Plus software —

For setting up and configuring the controller. GC includes a link to the Toolbelt software and a way to upgrade the firmware of the controller. You must have an Extron Insider account to use GC software (see Locating Software, Firmware,

and Driver Files on the Extron Website on page38).

• Toolbelt software — For setting up and configuring the controller

• IPLinkPro device drivers — For use with GC (Professional or Plus), to make

control of other devices possible.

All are avail able from www.extron.com (see Locating Software, Firmware, and

Driver Files on the Extron Website).

 Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You need the

following details for each IPLinkPro device such as the MLCPlus:

 DHCP setting (on or off)  Subnet mask  User name  Device (MLC Plus) IP address  Gateway IP address  Passwords

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 10

 Write down the MAC address of each IPLinkPro device (such as the

MLCPlus50/100/200) to be used.

 Obtain model names and setup information for devices the MLC Plus 50/100/200 will control.

Installation Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site

Steps and hardware required depend on the model being installed (see Site Preparation on page12 for details)

ATTENTION:

• Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

• L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués uniquement par un technicien

qualifié.

• Extron recommends installing the MLC Plus 50/100/200 into a grounded, UL

Listed electrical junction box.

• Extron recommande d’installer le MLC Plus 50/100/200 dans un boîtier

d’encastrement électrique mis à la terre, certifié UL.

• If the controller will be installed into fine furniture, it is best to hire a licenced,

bonded craftsperson to cut the access hole and perform the physical installation so the surface will not be damaged.

• S’il est prévu d’installer le contrôleur dans du beau mobilier, il est préférable de

faire appel à un artisan autorisé et qualifié pour couper le trou d’accès et réaliser l’installation de telle façon que la surface ne soit pas endommagée.

• Follow all national and local building and electrical codes that apply to the

installation site.

• Respectez tous les codes électriques et du bâtiment, nationaux et locaux, qui

s’appliquent au site de l’installation.

NOTES:

• For the installation to meet UL requirements and to comply with National

Electrical Code (NEC), the MLC must be installed in a UL Listed junction box. The end user or installer must furnish the junction box. It is not included with the MLCPlus50/100/200.

• If the MLC Plus is not mounted to a grounded metal junction box or a grounded

metal equipment rack, Extron recommends connecting the unit to an earth ground to protect the unit from electrostatic discharge. For details, see the grounding

instructions on page15.

• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by a

power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” and rated at 12VDC, minimum 0.5A, or 48V PoE, 0.35A minimum, or 56V PoE, 0.8A minimum.

Select and prepare the site before cabling the controller. This may include cutting a hole in the installation surface or installing a cabling raceway, running the cables to that site, installing the wall box, and pulling cables through it.

Accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

When planning where to install the MLCPlus50/100/200, consider factors affecting accessibility of the controller such as height from the ﬂoor, distance from obstructions, and how far a user must reach to press the buttons. For guidelines, see sections 307(“Protruding Objects”) and 308(“ReachRanges”) of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design available at

http://www.ada.gov/regs2010/2010ADAStandards/2010ADAStandards.pdf.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 11

Site Preparation

Figure 10. Installing a Mud Ring

3.75"

4.06"

Mud Ring

Wall

Mud rings, optional ULListed junction boxes, external junction boxes, and surface mounting boxes are available for use with the MLCPlus. Read any installation instructions and UL guidelines that come with

the mounting devices, protect the

mounting surface to prevent

damage, then install the box or mud ring in the opening at the installation site.

Model US

Gang Size

MLC Plus 50 2 MLC Plus 100 2 MLC Plus 100 AAP 4 MLC Plus 200 3 MLC Plus 200 AAP 5

The following table provides the approximate sizes of holes to cut in the installation surface depending on the gang size of the device and whether you are using the provided mud ring or attaching the MLCPlus directly to the mounting surface.

Mud Ring Installation Direct Mounting

US Gang Size Cutout Dimensions Cutout Dimensions

2 4.1" W x 3.75" H

104 mm W x 95 mm H

3 5.9" W x 3.75" H

150 mm W x 95 mm H

4 7.6" W x 3.75" H

193 mm W x 95 mm H

5 9.5" W x 3.95" H

241 mm W x 100 mm H

3.6" W x 2.9" H

91 mm W x 74 mm H

5.4" W x 2.9" H

137 mm W x 74 mm H

7.3" W x 2.9" H

18.5 cm W x 74 mm H

9.1" W x 2.9" H

231 mm W x 74 mm H

When you run cables to the mounting location, leave enough slack for device installation. Secure the cables with a clamp for strain relief so they do not slip back down into the wall or furniture.

Installation Step 3: Change a Faceplate or Button Labels (Optional)

Faceplates can easily be changed, if desired. Or you can replace one or more of the labels within the buttons. Some button labels ship with the unit. You can create and print your own customized labels using Extron Button Label Generator software, available free from

www.extron.com.

Replacing a Faceplate

To replace a faceplate prior to installation:

1. Remove the faceplate by holding the body of the unit with one hand, gripping the sides

of the faceplate with the other hand, and pulling the faceplate away from the unit.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 12

2. For models with knobs, if you are changing faceplate colors, remove the knob by

Pr on pry tool.

VID

RESET

OFF

Extron

DISPLAY

VOLUME

holding the body of the unit with one hand, gripping the knob ﬁrmly with the other hand, and pulling it away from the unit.

3. For models with knobs, install the new

knob as follows:

a. Align the ridge inside

the knob with the channel on the metal knob assembly.

b. Press the knob

toward the unit, allowing the magnet in the knob to fasten it to the unit.

4. Align the openings

of the new faceplate with the buttons, knob, and Volume LEDs and place the faceplate against the unit. The magnetic catches fasten the faceplate onto the unit.

Figure 11. Replacing the Knob and Faceplate

To replace a faceplate after installation:

1. Remove the faceplate as follows: a. Insert the provided Extron removal tool (shown at right) into the notch at

the bottom left of the faceplate and press the removal tool toward the wall. The bottom of the faceplate pivots out toward you.

DISPLAY

OFF

VOLUME

LUM

Extron

ess down

ress down

pry tool

LAPTOP

VIDEO

MUTE

Notc

Figure 12. Removing the Faceplate

b. Gently grip the sides of the faceplate and pull it away from the wall.

2. For models with knobs, if you are changing faceplate colors, remove the knob by

gripping the knob ﬁrmly and pulling it away from the unit.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 13

3. For models with knobs, install the new knob as follows (see ﬁgure 11):

Pr pieces apar

Base

a. Align the ridge inside the knob with the channel on the metal knob assembly. b. Press the knob toward the unit, allowing the magnet in the knob to fasten it to the

unit.

4. Align the openings of the new faceplate with the buttons, knob, and Volume LEDs and

place the faceplate against the unit. The magnetic catches fasten the faceplate onto the unit.

TIP: You can wait until the unit is mounted to the junction box or mud ring before

placing the new faceplate on the unit.

Replacing Button Labels

You may wish to customize the button labels. The labels can be changed at any time. Follow these steps to change the translucent button labels:

1. Remove the faceplate as mentioned in step 1 of Replacing a Faceplate on

page12.

2. For each button label to be replaced, use the

provided Extron removal tool to gently separate the clear button cap (lens) from its white diffuser backing as follows: insert the end of the removal tool into the corner notch and gently twist the tool.

3. Remove the label insert from

the transparent button cap.

4. Select one of the button

labels from the printed label sheets included with the MLCPlus. Remove the label from its backing and remove the clear, protective ﬁlm from the front of the label.

5. Insert the button label into the button cap.

Check for correct label orientation.

6. Align the cap with the white diffuser and press the

clear cap into place on the button.

7. Reattach the faceplate to the controller (see step 2 in “Replacing a Faceplate” on

page13).

y the two

Separate the twopiece button here at the corner.

TEXT

Clear Lens

Removal Tool

Diffuser

Insert button label.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 14

Installation Step 4: Cable All Devices

MLC Plus 100 Rear Panel

NOTE: Most examples on the following pages show the MLCPlus100. However,

connector wiring and port functions are identical for all models.

1. If the MLC Plus is not mounted to a grounded metal junction box or a grounded metal

equipment rack, Extron recommends connecting the unit to an earth ground to protect the unit from electrostatic discharge.

To ground the unit:

a. Securely terminate a grounding cable with a ring terminal. b. Remove the grounding screw in the lower left corner of the rear panel, insert the

grounding cable, replace and securely fasten the screw (hand-tighten only). Do not over-tighten the screw. Maximum torque is 2 inch-pounds (0.2 Newton-meter).

Tx RxGTx Rx

POWER

COM 1 COM 2 VOLIR

12V

0.3A MAX

LAN

PoE

2CGCVGS

GIN

D IN RELAYS

Figure 13. Connecting a Grounding Wire to the MLC Plus

c. Connect the other end of the grounding cable to an earth ground.

2. Cable devices to the controller (see Rear and Side Panel Features and Cabling on

the next page). Use the wiring diagrams in this section as a guide.

3. Connect power cords and power on all the devices.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 15

Rear and Side Panel Features and Cabling

MLC Plus 100 Rear Panel

NOTE: For rear panel features and cabling, the MLCPlus100, MLCPlus100AAP, MLCPlus200, and

MLCPlus200AAP are identical, so in this section the MLCPlus100 represents all of those models. The rear panel of the MLC Plus 50 has one COM port instead of two, and does not have a volume control port, but it is otherwise the same as the other models.

MLC Plus 50 Right Side

GGGG

HHHH

MLC Plus 50 Rear Panel

AAAA B

BBB C

Tx Rx

POWER

COM 1 IR

12V

0.3A MAX

BBB C

CCC EEEE FFFF

G 12CGS

LAN

PoE

GIN

D IN RELAYS

CCC DDDD EEEE FFFF

MLC Plus 100 Right Side

Figure 14. MLCPlus50/100/200Series Side (Left) and Rear Panel (Right) Features

Power input connector, page17

COM (RS‑232) ports, page19

IR output port, page20

Volume control port, page21

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 16

POWER 12V

0.3A MAX

GGGG

HHHH

Digital input port, page22

Relay ports, page23

LAN (Ethernet) and PoE port and LEDs, page18

Grounding screw, see the grounding instructions on

page15

Tx RxGTx Rx

COM 1 COM 2 VOLIR

LAN

PoE

2CGCVGS

GIN

D IN RELAYS

Power connection

RidgedSmooth

Power input connector for optional external power supply — If Power

over Ethernet is not available, or if desired, connect the MLCPlus to an optional (not included) Extron 12VDC, 0.5A desktop power supply, (part number 28-331-57LF) here; then connect the external power supply to a 100 to 240 VAC power source. If using this port, connect the power here after connecting the other cables.

Rear Panel

POWER

OM 1

12V

0.3A MAX

3/16" (5 mm) Max.

Tie Wrap

Power Input, External Power Supply (optional)

• Connect to an Extron 12 VDC,

0.5 A power supply.

• If PoE is available, the MLC Plus uses PoE.

• If PoE is dropped (disconnects), the controller switches seamlessly to the external 12 VDC power supply, if it is installed at this port.

Ridged

– Return +12 VDC input

Smooth

• Front panel buttons blink during boot-up.

• Once the MLC Plus is powered and operational, the buttons are lit according to conguration.

power

Ground

all devices.

NOTE:

Check the polarity of the power supply before connecting it to the controller.

External

Power Supply

(12 VDC, 0.5 A max.,

Extron P/N 28-331-57LF)

Figure 15. Connecting an External Power Supply

ATTENTION:

• Always use a power supply provided by or specified by Extron. Use of an

unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may cause damage to the supply and the end product.

• Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par Extron.

L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute conformité réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit final.

• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by a

UL Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” and rated output 12VDC, minimum 0.5A, or 48VDC (PoE), minimum 0.35A.

• Si le produit n’est pas fourni avec une source d’alimentation, il doit être alimenté

par une source d’alimentation certifiée UL de classe 2 ou LPS, avec une tension nominale 12VDC et 0,5A minimum, ou 48VDC (PoE) et 0,35A minimum.

• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air

handling spaces or in wall cavities.

• Sauf mention contraire, les adaptateurs CA/CC ne sconviennent pas à une

utilisation dans les espaces d’aération ou dans les cavités murales.

• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70, article725 and the Canadian Electrical Code part1, section16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building structure or similar structure.

• Cette installation doit toujours être conforme aux dispositions applicables

du Code américain de l’électricité (National Electrical Code) ANSI/NFPA70, article725, et du Code canadien de l’électricité, partie1, section16. La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être fixée de façon permanente à la structure de bâtiment ou à d’autres structures similaires.

NOTE: The MLCPlus50/100/200Series controllers accept power over Ethernet

(PoE) through the LAN port (figure 13, G) in addition to network communication. Both an external power supply and PoE can be connected to the controller simultaneously. The MLCPlus uses PoE when it is available but can switch seamlessly to the external 12VDC power supply if the PoE connection is dropped.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 17

Control and power — LAN (Ethernet) and PoE

Link LED:

LAN (Ethernet) and PoE port and LEDs — To connect the MLCPlus to an Ethernet

network, plug a cable into the LAN RJ-45 socket and connect the other end of the cable to a network switch, hub, router, or PC connected to a LAN or the Internet. Network connection lets you configure the MLCPlus and the devices connected to it and to have the option to control the unit via Extron Control app. For details of communication protocols, ports, and services used, see Network Port Requirements and Licensed

Third‑Party Software on page42.

The MLCPlus50/100/200 controllers accept Power over Ethernet (PoE) through the LAN port. Both an external power supply and PoE can be connected to the controller simultaneously. The MLCPlus uses PoE when it is available but can switch seamlessly to the external power supply if the PoE connection is dropped.

ATTENTION:

• Power over Ethernet (PoE) is intended for indoor use only. It is to be connected

only to networks or circuits that are not routed to the outside plant or building.

• L’alimentation via Ethernet (PoE) est destinée à une utilisation en intérieur

uniquement. Elle doit être connectée seulement à des réseaux ou des circuits qui ne sont pas routés au réseau ou au bâtiment extérieur.

Cabling:

• For 10Base-T (10 Mbps) networks, use a CAT 3 or better cable.

• For 100Base-T (max. 155 Mbps, all models) or 1000Base-T networks, use a CAT 5

cable.

Activity LED (on connector) — This yellow LED blinks to indicate network activity. Link LED (on connector) — This green LED lights to indicate a good network

connection.

ctivity LED: Blinks yellow

to indicate data is being sent or received.

MLC Side Panel

Lights green to indicate a network connection.

Pins:

12345678

Insert Twisted

Pair Wires

Connect to an Ethernet network.

Default protocol:

• MLC IP address: 192.168.254.250

• Gateway IP address: 0.0.0.0

• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

• DNS address: 127.0.0.1

• DHCP client: off

• Link speed and duplex level: autodetected

• Data rates: 10/100/1000Base-T

Use this port to upload conguration les and rmware.

Ethernet

TCP/IP

Network

LAN/PoE (Ethernet and Power Over Ethernet)

NOTE:

MAC address information (00-05-A6-##-##-##) is located on the front panel (behind the faceplate).

Power over Ethernet (PoE):

• If PoE is available, the MLC Plus uses PoE.

• If PoE is dropped (disconnects), the controller switches seamlessly to the external 12 VDC power supply, if it is installed.

Devices

(Switchers, Scalers)

00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX S/N: ####### E######

Figure 16. LAN Connector and LEDs

NOTE: DHCP is off by default.

MAC address — This is the unique user hardware ID number

(MAC address) of the unit (for example, 00-05-A6-05-1C-A0). You may need this address during configuration. The label is on the front panel (behind the faceplate).

Default login credentials:

• Username: admin

• Password: extron

00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX S/N: ####### E######

MAC Address

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 18

0.4A MAX

3/16" (5 mm) max.

3-pole

COM port

Rear Panel

Tx RxGTx Rx

OWER

COM 1 COM 2

Control

COM ports, RS-232 only — Use COM ports for 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. These ports support only RS-232 communication.

MLCPlus Series Serial protocol:

• 300 to 115200 baud (9600 baud = default)

• 8 (default) or 7 data bits

• 1 (default) or 2 stop bits

• No parity (default), even, or odd parity

• Flow control support (default = none):

software-only (XON, XOFF)

Use the following diagram as a wiring guide to cable the controller to other devices.

Serial (COM) Ports

Select protocol via software. COM port default protocol:

• 9600 baud

• 8 data bits • 1 stop bit

• no parity • no ow control

Ground

Receive

Transmit

Heat Shrink

Over Shield Wires

3-pole COM

(RS-232)

NOTE: These COM ports support software ow control only.

Transmit (Tx) Receive (Rx)

Strip wires

3/16" (5 mm)

Extron

Max.

Heat Shrink

on Outer Jacket to

Conductor

Transition

7/8"

(22 mm)

STP 20-2P Cable

RS-232-

Controllable

Device

Inner

NOTE: If you use cable

TIP:

STP 20-2P cable, shown at left, is recommended for these connections. For best results, insulate the common or drain wires using heat shrink.

that has a drain wire, tie the drain wire to ground at both ends.

Figure 17. Wiring COM Ports for Serial Control

For bidirectional serial communication, the transmit, ground, and receive pins must be wired at both the controller and the other device. Each projector or other device may require different wiring. For details, see the manual for that equipment or read the Extron device driver communication sheet, which is included with the drivers.

NOTE: Maximum distances between the MLCPlus 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 MLCPlus and the device being controlled) all affect transmission distance.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 19

IR output port — An MLCPlus50/100/200 Series controller can use infrared signals

IR Receiver of

3/16" (5 mm) max.

One Single IR Emitter

Dual IR Emitter

to control up to two devices via this port.

Rear Panel

Txx

M 2 VOLIR

Unidirectional IR

Ground IR Output

Ground

IR Output

IR Output Port

Output options:

• IR (30 kHz to 300 kHz, with or without carrier signals)

Two Single IR Emitters

(-)

(+)

(-)

(+)

To Projector, Panel Display, or the Wired

IR Remote of a Source Device

To the

a Projector,

Display, or

Source Device

Figure 18. Wiring the IR Port

Connect the port directly to the wired IR port of another device. Or insert the wires from up to two IR Emitters into this IR port and place the heads of the emitters over or next to the IR signal pickup windows of the devices. For wiring, see the following diagrams or the IREmitter Installation Guide (available on www.extron.com).

NOTE: Each emitter must be within 100 feet (30 m) of the controller for best results.

Installing One Single Emitter Installing One Dual Emitter

Ground (−)

IR Signal (+)

Ground (−)

IR Signal (+)

Installing Two Single Emitters

When installing only single emitters, tie them in series as shown below.

Ground (−)

IR Signal (+)

(−)

(+)

(−)

(+)

Two Single IR Emitters

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 20

Volume control port — To provide volume control for some Extron audio amplifiers,

Reference voltage

ML Rear

connect this port to the volume remote control port on the amplifier as shown below. Configure the maximum and minimum voltage limits. Set Soft Start mode off or on (default). Soft Start mode allows volume to gradually increase from mute to the previous level after muting or power-on to prevent loud audio bursts.

Reference

voltage: ≤10 VDC

GCV

C Plus

Panel

GCV

VOL

G C

Example:

Connecting to Extron Ampliﬁers

MLC Plus Rear Panel

GCV

VOL

G C

Control voltage output:

0 - 10 VDC

This port can be used to control the volume and mute or unmute the audio for some Extron audio ampliers with remote volume capability.

• Connect to an Extron audio ampier to permit volume control via the

Plus.

MLC

Settings to conﬁgure via software:

• Maximum and minimum voltage limits

Ground (Gnd) Control voltage (variable output to amp from MLC Plus) – This signal controls the amp volume. Reference voltage input (from amplier) – This allows the MLC Plus to detect when the amp is present.

MPA 401 Series

REMOTE

10V 50mA

STANDBY

GCV

10V 50mA

GCV

Ground Control voltage

10V 50mA

GCV

Volume Control

MPA 181T,

MP 101 Series

REMOTE

10V

VOL/MUTE

C or

V or 10V G or

• Do not exceed 25 VDC input voltage.

• Soft Start mode: off or on (default) − to allow volume to gradually increase from mute to the previous level after muting or power-on to prevent loud audio bursts

MPA 152MPA 152 PlusXPA 1002

REMOTE

VOL/MUTE

Figure 19. Volume Control Port Wiring Examples

VOL/MUTE

10V 50mA

NOTE:

Use shielded cable and place the MLC Plus as close as possible to the amplier to avoid picking up background noise via the cable.

NOTE: When audio

mute is active, the MLC Plus sets control voltage output to

0 VDC, even if the voltage range (minimum and maximum voltage limits) have been set to levels above zero, such as 2 V to 8 V.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 21

Digital input port — Connect a switch, sensor, LED, relay contact, or similar item to

Rear Pa

this port, which can be configured with or without +5VDC pull-up. The port can trigger events or functions (such as triggering relays, issuing commands, or sending an e-mail) that have been configured using Global Configurator.

To allow the controller to monitor external devices, connect a switch, motion sensor, moisture sensor, tally feedback output, button pad, or a

nel

VOL

GIN

ELAY

D IN

Digital Input

Congure the port with or without +5 VDC pull-up.

Use this port to:

• Monitor or trigger events and functions (toggle relays, issue commands, send e-mail), once congured.

• Power an LED or other device that accepts a TTL signal.

similar item to a digital input port and configure the port. The port is set to measure two states: high and low. The port accepts 0 to 24VDC input.

Threshold voltages are not adjustable. The thresholds are as follows:

• < 2.0VDC — port on, logic low

• > 2.8VDC — port off, logic high

Figure 20. Digital Input Port Wiring

Switch, Sensor, LED,

Relay, or Similar Item)

There is also an internal, +5 VDC, selectable, pull-up resistor for this circuit, which you can use if the connected device does not provide its own power. The port is capable of accepting 250mA, maximum.

• Digital input with pull-up disabled

• Digital input is triggered by an external switch or voltage between the digital

input pin and ground.

• Example application, digital input without pull-up: occupancy sensor

connection

+5.0 V

1k ohms

CTL

SW 2

Voltage

Protection

Digital Input

GND

Control Signal

Ground

Occupancy

Sensor

Figure 21. Digital Input Application:

Occupancy Sensor, Without Pull‑up

Room occupied: digital input is +2.8 to 24 VDC, logic high. Room unoccupied: digital input is 0 VDC, logic low

NOTE: Occupancy sensors typically supply +24VDC (logic high) when

occupancy is detected. After a set time with no occupancy, the sensor supplies 0VDC (logic low).

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 22

• Digital input with pull-up enabled

• The +5.0 VDC pull-up resistor is enabled (switch 2 is closed when configured

for pull-up).

• An external short to ground creates a logic low.

• An open circuit acts a logic high

• Example application, digital input with pull-up: connecting a two-position switch

+5.0 V

1k ohms

Two-position

Switch

SW 2

Digital

CTL

Voltage

Protection

Input

GND

Figure 22. Digital I/O Digital Input Application:

Two‑position Switch With Pull‑up

Two-position switch is open: digital input is +5 VDC, logic high. Two-position switch is closed: digital input is 0 VDC, logic low.

Relay ports — Relay ports provide control for power, screen or projector lifts, window

coverings, and similar items,

Common

All relays are normally open.

• Connect devices for relay control.

• Do not exceed a total of 24V, 1A for each port.

Relays

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

Rear Panel

RELAYS

Open

Normally

default. When activated, the open contacts

Normally

Open

Closed

close. They can be set up to operate in one of two ways:

• Latching (brief or indefinite

period contact) (press to close, press to open), or

• Pulsed (timed cycle) (press to

close, timeout to open, with

Figure 23. Cabling Relay Ports

To Room

Control

Equipment

automatic repeat).

Use Global Configurator to change the length of the timeout period.

NOTE: The pulse function is absolute: it always sets the relay state to closed, times

out (briefly), then opens the contact. It overrides the previously selected setting (on state, off state, or toggle).

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 23

Installation Step 5: Set up the MLCPlus for Network Communication

1. Connect the PC to be used for setup and the MLCPlus to the same Ethernet

subnetwork. For LAN connections for the MLCPlus, see Control and power — LAN

(Ethernet) and PoE on page18.

2. Start Global

Conﬁgurator and use the Toolbelt feature of the software (or use the stand-alone

Connect the controller and PC to the same LAN and apply power.

Toolbelt program) to set the IP address, subnet, gateway IP address, DHCP

Use Toolbelt to display a list of MLC Plus units and all other

status, and related settings. Network setup is essential prior to conﬁguration. Use the ﬂowchart at right as a guide to setting up the

Enable DHCP or you must type in the IP address, subnet address,

and gateway; then congure other network settings as needed.

controller for network use.

Figure 24. Network Setup, Online Method

NOTE: When setting up DHCP during network configuration or if using a host

name instead of an IP address, the user must enter a qualified host name (HostName.Domain). For example: somename.somedomain.com.

Network Communication Setup,

Connected/Online Method

Open the Toolbelt software or open the Toolbelt utility in

Global Congurator.

IP Link Pro devices connected to the network.

Using the MAC address, locate the desired device

in the list and select it.

Installation Step 6: Configure the MLC Plus

The most basic steps are outlined below in the recommended order.

NOTE: See the Global Configurator 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.

1. Using GC, create a new GCPlus or GCProfessional project and conﬁgure the controller

and any installed IP Link Pro devices. The conﬁguration tells the controller how its ports function; how to control other products; what to monitor; when to do things; and whom to notify, how, and under what circumstances.

a. Conﬁgure ports on the controller.

• Select device drivers and link them to each assigned serial, IR, or Ethernet port.

• Configure settings (serial protocol, relay behavior, digital input, volume control

settings) as needed.

b. Set up monitors, schedules, macros, and local variables. c. Set up the front panel buttons: assign appropriate commands and actions, macros,

timers, local variables, monitors, or feedback to the buttons.

2. Save the project.

3. Build and upload the system conﬁguration to the controller.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 24

Installation Step 7: Test and Troubleshoot

1. Test the system.

• Press buttons and ensure the buttons light as desired and that the appropriate

control commands or functions are triggered.

• Ensure that the audio output responds correctly to the Volume knob or button.

Also ensure that the volume LEDs light correctly as you increase or decrease the audio gain.

• If the controller is connected to a network, ensure that the yellow Activity LED and

green Link LED on the LAN/PoE port light.

2. Make adjustments to wiring or conﬁguration as needed. Remember that the rear and

side panel ports are not accessible after the controller is mounted.

Installation Step 8: Complete the Physical Installation

1. For AAP models, attach any optional AAP devices or blank AAP plates to

the metal AAP bracket as shown in the ﬁgure at right. Insert the built-in screws of the AAP device through the holes in the metal AAP bracket and hand tighten to fasten them to the bracket with the provided nuts.

NOTE: You must purchase AAP devices

and plates separately. They are not provided with the MLC.

• Place the AAP devices as close together

as possible. Do not leave gaps between devices.

• Place the AAP opening of the MLCPlus

faceplate over the cluster of AAPs to check for correct fit. Make sure that the edges of the AAPs all fit within the faceplate AAP opening so that no edges or corners catch or prevent the faceplate from laying flat against the AAP mounting bracket. If needed, loosen the nuts, adjust the position of one or more AAPs, and retighten the nuts.

2. For all models, follow the instructions in Mounting.

Figure 25. Attaching AAP

USB

AUDIO

VGA

HDMI

Devices or Blank AAP Plates to the AAP Bracket

Mounting

Prior to mounting:

1. If it has not already been done, feed all device cables through the wall or furniture and, if

applicable, through the plastic spacer.

NOTE: If the unit is not installed in a mud ring, you must install the plastic spacer.

The spacer positions the unit to allow the magnetic faceplate to attach properly and securely.

2. Ensure that cables are connected to the MLCPlus rear panel and to any AAP devices

or plates. For best results, Extron recommends grounding the MLC if the junction box or mud rings are not already grounded (see grounding instructions on page15).

3. Disconnect power at the source from all devices in the system.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 25

Mount the MLCPlus as follows:

1. For AAP models, ﬁrst attach AAP devices or blank AAP plates to the metal AAP bracket

(see Installation Step 8: Complete the Physical Installation on the previous page).

2. For all models, insert the cabled MLCPlus into the mud ring or junction box within the

wall or furniture, aligning the mounting holes in the MLCPlus with those in box or mud ring.

3. For AAP models, fasten the MLC to the junction box, wall or surface mounting box, or

mud ring as follows (see ﬁgure 26, 3) :

a. Insert screws through the

mounting holes in the unit or AAP bracket, then into the mud ring, or insert them through the plastic spacer and into the wall

Wall

box, and loosely tighten the screws.

Wall

DISPLAY

Plastic Spacer

MLC Plus 100 AAP

Figure 26. Assembling the Spacer, Unit,

AAP Bracket, and Faceplate

Faceplate

for an AAP Model

b. Align the faceplate with the MLCPlus and place it against the front of the unit,

allowing the magnetic catches to fasten the faceplate onto the unit. Check the alignment and ﬁt. The faceplate must sit ﬂush against the front of the MLCPlus and against the AAP bracket without catching on any LEDs, buttons, or AAP edges, or on the edges of the MLCPlus metal plate. If the faceplate seats in place correctly, remove the faceplate, tighten the screws, and reattach the faceplate. The installation is complete. If not, proceed to step3c.

c. If necessary, remove the faceplate, loosen the mounting screws, and adjust the

position of the MLCPlus, AAP mounting bracket, or individual AAP devices. Place the faceplate over the unit to check the ﬁt, remove the faceplate, and tighten the mounting screws once all the elements are positioned to allow correct alignment with the faceplate.

VOLUME

Extron

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 26

4. For non‑AAP models, secure the MLCPlus to the junction box, wall or surface

Box

Extron

DISPLAY

VOLUME

Wall

MLC Plus 100

Wall Mounting Bracket

Faceplate

mounting box, or mud ring as follows (see ﬁgures 27 and 28, 4):

a. Insert the included screws through the oval slots at the top and bottom of the

MLCPlus, through the plastic spacer (if not using a mud ring), and into the corresponding threaded holes in the box or mud ring.

b. Using a Phillips

screwdriver, lightly tighten the screws until snug.

Wall

NOTE: If the unit is not

installed in a mud ring, you must install the plastic spacer. The spacer positions the unit to allow the magnetic faceplate to attach properly

Wall

and securely.

Plastic Spacer

MLC Plus 100

DISPLAY

VOLUME

Extron

Figure 27. Installing the MLCPlus

in a Junction Box

Faceplate

Figure 28. Installing the MLCPlus

in a Mud Ring

5. Attach the faceplate to the MLCPlus: align the faceplate openings with the buttons, knob,

and LEDs, and place the faceplate against the unit (see ﬁgures 26, 27, and 28, 5). The magnetic catches fasten the faceplate onto the front of the unit.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Hardware Features and Installation 27

Operation

This section of the guide covers the following topics:

• Front Panel Features — Locations and descriptions of items on the front panel

• Reset Features and Resetting the Unit — Locations of the reset button

and LED and information about the available reset modes and how to reset the MLCPlus50/100/200

Front Panel Features

Some features and indications are described in Rear and Side Panel Features and

Cabling on page16 paired with descriptions of rear panel ports. The rest are detailed in

this section.

NOTE: You can control the unit and adjust volume via the front panel controls, remote,

or Extron Control apps.

function. See Software‑based Configuration and Control starting on page36, and see the GC help file for information about the software, and step by step instructions for basic setup.

However, the controller must be configured in order to

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 28

AAAA BBBB

DISPLAY

Display

VOL

OFF

VIDEO

Power

Buttons

CCC

Function

Buttons

MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

S/N: ####### E######

00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

ON OFF

VOL

VOL VIDEO

FFFF

Extron

(x4)

RESET

DDD

MLC Plus 50 Front Panel With Faceplate

MLC Plus 50 Front Panel Without Faceplate

Figure 29. MLCPlus50 Front Panel With Faceplate (Left) and Without Faceplate (Right)

Faceplate, page30

Mounting holes, page30

Buttons, page31

AAAA BBBB

Reset button and LED, page33

MAC address, page18

(x4)

DISPLAY

Display

Power

Buttons

CCC

Function

Buttons

FFFF

MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

S/N: ####### E######

00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

OFF

MUTE

CCC

EEEE

VOLUME

VOLUM

OFF

LAPTOP

VIDEO

MUTE

CCC

Extron

xtr

MLC Plus 100 Front Panel With Faceplate

DDD

MLC Plus 100 Front Panel Without Faceplate

Figure 30. MLCPlus100 Front Panel With Faceplate (Left) and Without Faceplate (Right)

Faceplate, page30

Mounting holes, page30

Buttons, page31

Reset button and LED, page33

Volume control knob and LEDs, page31

MAC address, page18

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 29

Function

AAAA

Function

Display

Power

Buttons

CCC

EEEE

MLC Plus 200 Front Panel With Faceplate

DISPLAY

VOLUME

VOLUM

OFF

Extron

VGA

DOC CAM

MUTE

LAPTOP

HDMI

SCREEN

DOWN

Figure 31. MLCPlus200 Front Panel With Faceplate

(x6)

BBBB

Display

Power

Buttons

CCCC

FFF

MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

S/N: ####### E######

00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX

ON OFF

VGA

DOC

CAM

MUTE

LAPTOP

HDMI

SCREEN

DOWN

Buttons

CCCC

Buttons

CCC

DDD

Figure 32. MLCPlus200 Front Panel Without Faceplate

Faceplate, see below

Mounting holes, see below

Buttons, page31

Faceplates

Faceplates — The MLC is shipped with white and black faceplates. See Installation

Mounting Holes

Mounting holes — During final mounting, insert the mounting screws through these

MLC Plus 200 Front Panel Without Faceplate

Step 3: Change a Faceplate or Button Labels (optional) on page12 for

EEEE

D E F

Reset button and LED, page33 Volume control knob and LEDs, page31 MAC address, page18

instructions on how to change faceplates and button labels.

holes and gently tighten the screws to fasten the MLCPlus to the wall box, mud ring, or surface mount box.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 30

Buttons

Range-based Volume Adjustment

nge-based

tment

ume

Adj

Volume

Buttons — All buttons are backlit so they are visible in low light conditions. By default,

the active (selected) buttons light brighter than inactive buttons. The light intensity and blink rate can be set during configuration. Each button can be configured with a variety of commands and functions, as desired.

Volume Controls and LEDs

Volume control knob and LEDs — You must configure the knob. It can be

used for any function and behavior and to control any device. However, the most common configuration is to rotate the Volume knob clockwise to increase the audio volume, counterclockwise to decrease volume. The LEDs (on all models except the MLCPlus50) to the left of the knob can be set to light in patterns such as upward or downward sweeps to indicate increases or decreases for increment/decrement adjustments, or to indicate a volume level range for range-based adjustments (see “Volume control options” below for additional details).

For all models, when audio mute is active, mute would typically be indicated by a slowly blinking LED (shown in the diagram at right), no matter which port is used for audio control or what mode (range-based) is being used. When the audio is unmuted, the volume returns to the previously used level.

Volume control options

Global Conﬁgurator software lets you select whether the MLCPlus knob controls the audio levels of the projector (or another AV device) or of an optional Extron amplifier. Once conﬁgured, the Volume knob can:

• Work in conjunction with the MLCPlus rear panel volume control port to control the

volume of an Extron audio power amplifier. See the information on the volume control

port on page21 for connector pinouts, wiring, and useful installation notes.

• Control audio volume via a projector or other device using serial or IR control

commands together with a COM or IR port on the MLCPlus.

If the knob controls the audio levels of the projector, you can specify incremental adjustments or range-based adjustments (via device driver only). See the GlobalConﬁgurator Plus and Global Conﬁgurator Professional Help File for details on these types of volume adjustments and on how to conﬁgure the Volume LEDs for the desired lighting behavior.

VOLUMEVOLUM

Range-based volume adjustment

If the MLCPlus is conﬁgured for use with some projectors, the most common way to conﬁgure the LEDs on the MLCPlus is to indicate volume ranges (with steadily lit LEDs), as shown in the following diagram.

Minimum,

0% of

Max.

1% to

12% of

Max.

NOTE: Volume LEDs light based on the percentage of the user-set minimum/maximum

range rather than on the full range that the MLCPlus can support.

13% to 25% of

Max.

26% to 37% of

Max.

38% to 50% of

Max.

51% to 62% of

Max.

63% to 75% of

Max.

76% to 87% of

Max.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 31

88% to

100% of

Max.

Increment/decrement volume adjustment

Increment/Decrement-based Volume Adjustment

If the MLCPlus is conﬁgured for increment/decrement volume adjustment, typically you would conﬁgure the Volume LEDs to be off except during adjustment. In the most common conﬁguration, when the volume is adjusted, the LEDs light brieﬂy in a scrolling pattern to the top (increment) or bottom (decrement), as shown in the following examples.

VOLUMEVOLUM

MLC Plus 100,

MLC Plus 100 AAP,

MLC Plus 200,

MLC Plus 200 AAP

Control voltage range and mute

The maximum output voltage range of pinC of the volume control port is 0 to +10VDC. During conﬁguration you can set the minimum and maximum output voltage to limit the minimum and maximum volume level for a speciﬁc Extron ampliﬁer model and connected audio equipment. For example, a range of 2.5V to 8V may be optimal for making soft audio audible and for preventing audio distortion for a particular combination of ampliﬁer and speakers. However, note that these MLCPlus models set the control voltage to 0V when audio mute is active. Exiting mute mode returns the control voltage to the last selected level, within the user-conﬁgured voltage range.

Soft Start mode

Soft Start mode allows volume to gradually increase from mute to the previously selected level after muting or power-on to prevent sudden, loud audio bursts. By default Soft Start mode is on, but it can be turned off using the conﬁguration software.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 32

Reset Features and Resetting the Unit

RESET

Locating the Reset Button and LED

Reset button and LED — Pressing this button causes various IP functions

and Ethernet connection settings to be reset to the factory defaults. The adjacent green LED flashes depending on the selected reset mode (see “Resetting the Unit” below and see the reset modes table for details).

Resetting the Unit

There are several reset modes that are available by pressing the Reset button. The Reset button is recessed, so use an Extron Tweeker, a pointed stylus, or a ballpoint pen to access it. See the reset modes table below and on the next page for a summary of the modes.

ATTENTION:

• Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may result in

unintended loss of flash memory programming, port reassignment, or a unit reboot.

• Analysez minutieusement les différents modes de réinitialisation. Appliquer

le mauvais mode de réinitialisation peut causer une perte inattendue de la programmation de la mémoire ﬂash, une reconﬁguration des ports ou une réinitialisation de l’unité.

NOTE: If you hold down the Reset button continuously, the LED blinks every

3seconds, and the unit enters a different mode, from the Reset all IP Settings mode through the Reset to Factory Defaults mode. For Reset to Factory Defaults mode the LED blinks three times, the third blink indicating the last mode. The modes are separate functions, not a continuation from one mode to the next.

Use This Mode to...

Mode

Temporarily boot up the unit with factoryinstalled firmware for a single power cycle in the event that a firmware update has failed or if incompatibility

Use Factory Firmware

issues arise with userloaded firmware

MLCPlus50/100/200 Series Controller Reset Mode Summary

Activation Result

To start the Use Factory Firmware reset mode and replace firmware:

1. On the controller, hold down the recessed Reset button

while applying power to the unit. Hold the button down until the Reset LED flashes twice, then release the button. The controller enters factory firmware mode, and the LED flashes quickly.

2. Upload new firmware to the unit as desired (see Updating

the Firmware on page45 for details).

NOTE: Do not continue to operate the MLC Plus controller using

the factory firmware version. If you want to use the factory default firmware version, you must upload that version again. See the Global Configurator Help File or Toolbelt Help File for firmware upload instructions.

The controller reverts to the factory default firmware. Event scripting does not

start if the unit is powered on in this mode. All user files and settings such as drivers, adjustments, and IP settings are maintained.

NOTE: To return the unit to the firmware

version that was running prior to the reset, cycle power to the unit.

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Operation 33

Use This Mode to...

Mode

Recover project configuration and program files if passwords have been lost

Project Recovery

MLCPlus50/100/200 Series Controller Reset Mode Summary

Activation Result

For devices with a firmware version below 2.00.0001

To start the Project Recovery reset mode and recover a project:

1. On the PC, open Global Configurator.

2. Click the Tools menu and select Project Recovery. The

Recovery Mode dialog box opens.

3. Enter the IP address or host name of the target device for

which you want to perform project recovery.

4. Click Recover. The software allows indefinite time to

establish a connection (until a connection is made or the user clicks Cancel).

5. On the controller, hold down the recessed Reset button

while applying power to the unit. Hold the button down

until the Power LED blinks twice, then release the button. The control processor enters Project Recovery mode for 20 seconds, during which time the Power LED blinks quickly.

When the unit finishes booting up, release the button. The controller enters project recovery mode for 30 seconds, during which time the LED blinks quickly.

GC automatically connects to the controller, then opens and retrieves the project from the unit.

6. Cycle power to the controller to exit project recovery mode.

7. Perform the Reset to Factory Defaults reset on the controller.

8. Open Toolbelt, start device discovery, select the desired

controller from the list, and click Manage.

9. Click the Network Settings tab and set the IP address of

the controller.

10. Click the User Management tab and change the password

of the controller.

11. Close Toolbelt.

12. In GC, add the new password to the recovered project.

13. Save the project.

14. Upload the project from GC to the MLC Plus.

Project Recovery mode stops regular operation and allows a connection to be made to the unit via GC software without requiring password entry so that project files can be retrieved and saved.

• During project recovery mode, events are

stopped, and so is communication with AV devices.

• While the controller is in this mode, use the

GC software to recover project files.

• If the software does not initiate project

recovery within 30 seconds after the controller enters this mode, the controller exits recovery mode.

• Upon exiting project recovery mode:

• The unit returns to its pre-recovery

mode state and settings.

• The Reset LED returns to being

steadily lit.

• To return the unit to normal operation,

cycle power to the unit (disconnect power, then let the unit power on again).

For devices with firmware version 2.00.0001 or higher

To start the Project Recovery reset mode and recover a project:

1. On the PC, open Global Configurator.

2. Click the Tools menu and select Project Recovery. The

Recovery Mode dialog box opens.

3. Enter the IP address or host name of the target device for

which you want to perform project recovery.

4. Click Recover. The software allows indefinite time to

establish a connection (until a connection is made or the user clicks Cancel).

5. On the controller, press the recessed Reset button three

times within one second. The controller enters Project Recovery mode for 30seconds, during which time the Reset LED blinks quickly.

GC automatically connects to the controller, then opens and retrieves the project from the unit.

6. Perform the Reset to Factory Defaults reset on the controller.

7. Open Toolbelt, start device discovery, select the desired

controller from the list, and click Manage.

8. Click the Network Settings tab and set the IP address of

the controller.

9. Click the User Management tab and change the password

of the controller.

10. Close Toolbelt.

11. In GC, add the new password to the recovered project.

12. Save the project.

13. Upload the project from GC to the MLCPlus.

Project Recovery mode stops regular operation and allows a connection to be made to the unit via GC software without requiring password entry so that project files can be retrieved and saved.

• During project recovery mode, events are

stopped, and so is communication with AV devices.

• While the controller is in this mode, use the

GC software to recover project files.

• If the software does not initiate project

recovery within 30 seconds after the controller enters this mode, the controller exits recovery mode.

• Upon exiting project recovery mode:

• The unit returns to its pre-recovery

mode state and settings.

• The Reset LED returns to being

steadily lit.

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Use This Mode to...

Mode

Toggle stop/ start program

MLCPlus50/100/200 Series Controller Reset Mode Summary

Activation Result

To stop or start a program:

1. Hold down the Reset button for about 3 seconds, until the

Reset LED blinks once.

2. Release and press the Reset button momentarily (for

<1second) within 1second*. * Nothing happens if the momentary press does not occur

within 1second.

• The LED blinks 2 times if the program is

starting.

• The LED blinks 3 times if the program is

stopping.

Run/Stop Program

Enable or disable the DHCP client

NOTE: This reset mode is supported on firmware version 2.00.0001 or higher.

To enable or disable the DHCP client for the LAN port:

1. Press the Reset button five times (consecutively).

2. Release the button. Do not press the button within 3seconds

following the fifth press.

NOTES:

Toggle DHCP

Reset IP settings and port maps to factory defaults without affecting user-loaded files

• DHCP toggle mode is supported on firmware version 2.03 or higher.

• By default DHCP is off and the unit uses a static IP address.

• When you disable DHCP, the unit uses the factory default IP address (192.168.254.250).

To reset all IP settings:

1. Hold down the Reset button for about 6seconds until

the Reset LED blinks twice (once at 3 seconds, again at 6seconds).

2. Release and momentarily press and release the Reset

button (for <1second) within 1second*. * Nothing happens if the momentary press does not occur

within 1second.

Reset All IP Settings

Start over with configuration and uploading

To reset the unit to all factory default settings:

1. Hold down the Reset button for about 9seconds until the

Reset LED blinks three times (once at 3 seconds, again at 6seconds, again at 9 seconds).

2. Release and momentarily press and release the Reset

button (for <1second) within 1second*. * Nothing happens if the momentary press does not occur

within 1second.

Reset to Factory Defaults

• The Reset LED blinks 6 times if the DHCP

client is enabled.

• The Reset LED blinks 3 times if the DHCP

client is disabled.

Reset All IP Settings mode:

• Sets the IP address back to factory default

(192.168.254.250)

• Sets the subnet back to factory default

(255.255.255.0)

• Sets the default gateway address to the

factory default (0.0.0.0)

• Sets domain and host names to factory

default

• Sets port mapping back to factory default

• Turns DHCP off

• Turns events (user-created schedules,

macros) off.

• Stops any running program.

Reset to Factory Defaults mode performs a complete reset to factory defaults (except the firmware).

• Does everything Reset All IP Settings mode

does

• Removes (clears) all user-loaded files and

configurations from the controller:

• Clears driver-port associations (IR,

serial, Ethernet) and port configurations

• Removes button configurations

• Removes schedules, settings, macros

NOTE: After performing a Reset All IP Settings or Reset to Factory Defaults reset, use

Toolbelt to set the IP address again for use on your network.

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Software-based Configuration and Control

This section of the guide is divided into the following topics:

• Configuration and Control: an Overview

• Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section and Other Resources

• Downloading the Software and Getting Started

• Troubleshooting

Configuration and Control: an Overview

An MLC 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 same network as the controller. See LAN (Ethernet) and PoE

port and LEDs on page18 for details about the LAN port and cabling to connect the

controller to the network.

• Configure the controller by using the Global Configurator software in GCProfessional

or GC Plus mode. See the Extron website for full system hardware and software requirements for GC.

• GC also generates a graphical user interface called GlobalViewer that is uploaded to the

MLCPlus (a GlobalViewer host device) along with the completed configuration and can be accessed as a web page. Using GlobalViewer, users can monitor the MLC Plus.

• The default web pages embedded within the controller provide a means to view general

hardware information, network settings, and, if configured, project information. The embedded web pages can also be used to update the firmware. You cannot configure the controller via the embedded web pages.

NOTE: See the diagram within LAN (Ethernet) and PoE port and LEDs on

page18 for the default login credentials for the MLCPlus internal web pages.

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Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section and Other Resources

Cable the MLC Plus, then apply power.

Prepare the installation site.

Change buttons or faceplates, if desired

NOTE: GC projects can be created offline and uploaded to the hardware at a later date.

Follow the steps in Hardware Features and Installation starting on page9. The overall process for setting up a controller using GC is as follows:

Within Global Conﬁgurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode):

Conﬁgure the IP settings

of the MLC Plus.

If desired or required, install a new

security certicate (via Toolbelt).

network

See the network

communication setup

instructions

instructions in this guide.

Create a new GC Professional or GC Plus project

Create monitors, schedules, macros, timers,

Build and upload the conguration to the controller.

and add the MLC Plus to it.

Congure ports on the controller.

and local variables.

Congure controller buttons.

Save the project.

Figure 33. Overall Configuration Steps

Downloading the Software and Getting Started

GC software, software updates, and a large variety of device drivers can be downloaded from the Download page on the Extron website (www.extron.com/download/index.aspx). When you locate the desired software or driver package, follow the on-screen directions to download and install it.

NOTE: New RS-232 and Ethernet drivers are required. You must use serial and

Ethernet drivers developed specifically for the IPLinkPro platform. With the exception of IR device drivers, drivers used for the previous generation IPLink (non-Pro) controllers are not compatible.

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Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website

There are three main ways to ﬁnd software, ﬁrmware, and device drivers within

www.extron.com:

• Via links from the web page for the specific product

• Via the Download page (Click on the Download tab at the top of any page within the

Extron website.)

• Via links from search results

NOTE: For some software you have the option to click the Download button to begin

downloading the software file. For other software there is a link for contacting an Extron support representative who can provide you access to the latest version.

To obtain Global Conﬁgurator (GCProfessional, GC Plus) software, you must have an Extron Insider account and contact an Extron support representative. Extron provides training to our customers on how to use the software. For Global Conﬁgurator Professional, you must ﬁrst attend Extron training, pass a proﬁciency test, and achieve Extron Control Professional Certiﬁcation before being able to access all the features of that program.

Via links from the web page for the specific product

1. Navigate to the web page for the speciﬁc product model by performing one of the

following:

• Typing the model name into the Search field in the upper right of any Extron web

page and clicking the magnifying glass icon

• Selecting the model name from the Product Shortcuts drop-down list in the

upper left of the Extron home page or Products page.

2. Click the Downloads tab in the middle of the product page. A list of available software,

ﬁrmware, and documents for that model appears on screen.

3. Click on the name of the desired software or ﬁrmware to start downloading the ﬁle, or

click on the link for device drivers to navigate to a page from which you can select either a driver package or speciﬁc drivers for individual devices.

Via the Download Center page

1. Click on the Download tab at the top of any page within the Extron website to access

the Download page.

2. Click on the link for the desired software product category (such as Global Conﬁgurator

Professional software or control system device drivers) in the center of the screen. A page opens that allows you to make more speciﬁc selections from within that category.

3. For software, click on the link for the speciﬁc software that you need. A software

product page opens that provides a description of the software package, a list of system requirements, a list of features, and access to the release notes, in addition to a download link.

For drivers:

a. Click on the Control System Drivers button. b. Select the name of the controller from the drop-down list. c. Click the link directly below the search ﬁelds to download the current “Pro Series

driver package” of all available drivers supported by the control processor. Alternatively, search for, locate, and select the device or devices for which you need a driver ﬁle.

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d. To download a single driver rather than the package, click on the appropriate link in

the row for the product you want to control to download the driver or to download the “communication sheet.” The communication sheet provides details that may be helpful for working with the product and its control driver.

4. For some software, click the Download or Download Now button to begin

downloading the software ﬁle. For other software there is a link for contacting an Extron support representative who can provide you access to the latest version.

For drivers, navigate through the alphabetically arranged list to select and download a driver for a specific device.

Via links from search results

1. Type the speciﬁc name of the software package (such as Global Conﬁgurator or

GUIDesigner) into the Search ﬁeld in the upper right of the page and click the magnifying glass icon. A search results page appears.

2. Click on the name of the software package. A software product page opens that

provides a description of the software package, a list of system requirements, a list of features, and access to the release notes, in addition to a download link.

3. For some software click the Download or Download Now button to begin

downloading the software ﬁle. For other software there may be a link for contacting an Extron support representative who can provide you access to the latest version.

Obtaining Control Drivers

Extron provides an extensive selection of device drivers available on the Extron website. Ethernet, serial, and infrared (IR) device drivers (for controlling projectors, displays, DVD players, document cameras, and so forth) are available as individual device driver ﬁles. Prior to conﬁguration, download driver ﬁles for products to be used in the installation.

NOTE: For serial or Ethernet devices, MLCPlus50/100/200Series controllers require

IPLinkPro drivers. They do not support serial or Ethernet drivers that were created for IPLink (non-Pro) products. However, existing Extron IR driver files are supported.

If the system requires a driver that is not already available, you have an additional option: request a new serial (RS-232), IR, or Ethernet driver from Extron.

Things to Do After Installing GC and Before Starting a Project

• Read the Global Configurator Help File for details and step-by-step procedures on

how to start a GCProfessional or GCPlus project and perform basic setup tasks for a controller. The help file provides a wealth of information on settings and how to use the software.

• Obtain network addresses and related information from your network administrator.

• Set up the IP address for the controller. See Installation Step 5: Set up the MLC for

Network Communication on page24 for an overview of how to set up the network

properties of the unit. For details, see the Global Configurator Help File or Toolbelt Help File. The help files contain instructions on how to set the IP address, gateway

IP address, subnet mask, mail server IP address, domain name, web port, SMTP username, and SMTP password so that the controller is able to communicate with the network.

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Using GC: Helpful Tips

Resources and Notes

• The MLCPlus50/100/200 Setup Guide ships with the units. It includes a quick

reference to the front and rear panel features, and covers basic hardware installation.

• See Front Panel Features on page28 and Rear and Side Panel Features and

Cabling on page16 in the “Hardware Features and Installation” section of this guide

for features and settings for the ports you are configuring.

• If you plan to configure the controller at the installation site, Extron recommends

downloading drivers for all the devices in the installation before you go out to the site.

• The Global Configurator project file (*.gcpro or *.gcplus) contains configuration settings

and it can be saved to a directory or folder for backup or for installation on another MLCPlus50/100/200 controller. Saving a configuration is recommended before you perform a firmware upgrade.

• IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address are required during network setup of

the controller.

• The unit name is any name (for example, Room250-MLCPlus or LectureHallCtrlMLC)

that you want to use to label a specific MLCPlus unit. The default is a combination of the product name and part of the hardware (MAC) address. This can be changed to your choice of alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).

• Spaces are not permitted within the name of a unit or at the start or the end of a

• Underscores ( _ ) are not permitted.

• Valid characters are A-Z, a-z, 0-9, and - (hyphen).

• The unit does not distinguish between upper and lower case letters.

• The name cannot start with a number or a hyphen, and it cannot end with a

• Maximum name length is 63 characters.

name.

hyphen.

Troubleshooting

Hardware and Mounting

Connections and Conﬁguration

If the faceplate does not seat properly and is easy to dislodge from the unit, or if the buttons seem to be too far recessed in the faceplate, the plastic spacer may have been omitted when the unit was mounted. Check to make sure the spacer was installed if no mud ring is present. The spacer is required for the faceplate to stay attached to the unit and have the proper alignment.

Turn on the input devices (DVD players, VCRs, PCs, and other sources), output devices (display screens, projectors), the controller, and the PC. Push a front panel button or rotate the Volume knob. If an input or output AV device cannot be remotely controlled (does not respond as expected), check the following:

Power connections

• Ensure that all devices are plugged in.

• Make sure that each device is receiving power. The MLCPlus front panel buttons light if

the controller is receiving power.

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Data connections

1. Check the cabling connections (see Rear and Side Panel Features and Cabling

starting on page16) and make adjustments as needed. The Link LEDs on the MLCPlus and on the PC should be lit solid green if a network connection is detected. If these LEDs are not lit, either the cable is faulty or not plugged in, or the wrong type of cable is being used (see LAN (Ethernet) and PoE port and LEDs on page18).

2. Try to “ping” the unit by entering ping 192.168.254.250 at the command prompt

on a PC, or use the IP or web address provided to you by your system administrator. If you get no response:

• Make sure your unit is using the appropriate subnet mask (check with your system

administrator).

• Make sure your PC and network do not have a software firewall program that might

block the IP address of the MLCPlus unit.

3. If contact is established with the unit, but the MLCPlus web pages cannot be accessed

by your browser program, verify (via an Internet network options or preferences menu) that your browser is conﬁgured for direct network connection and is not set up to use a proxy server.

Device control connections and configuration

• Verify that ports are wired correctly and that ground (earthing) wires are connected to

the proper pins on the MLCPlus and, if applicable, on the controlled device.

• Ensure that each IR emitter head is placed adjacent to or directly over the IR pickup

window on the controlled device.

• Verify that the appropriate drivers were used while creating the GC configuration file and

that the correct commands and signal types (IR, RS-232, Ethernet) are associated with the appropriate ports on the MLCPlus and on the other devices.

• For digital input connections, verify whether the application requires the +5 VDC pull-up

resistor within the MLC Plus for TTL circuits and use the software to check whether it is selected within the configuration.

• Verify that input voltage at the digital input port does not exceed 24 VDC.

• For a volume control port, ensure that all three pins of the port are connected to the

remote port on the Extron amplifier. The port cannot output the proper control signals unless all three pins are connected.

• Verify that input at the volume control port does not exceed 10 VDC and that the

amplifier is cabled correctly, as well.

If you are still experiencing problems, call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support

Hotline or the Extron S3 Control Systems Support Hotline (1.800.633.9877).

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Reference Information

This section of the guide includes the following reference items:

• Network Port Requirements and Licensed Third‑Party Software

• File Types: a Key to Extron‑specific File Names

• Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificates

Full product speciﬁcations are available via the MLCPlus50/100/200 product pages at

www.extron.com.

Network Port Requirements and Licensed Third-Party Software

Network administrators may ﬁnd it useful to know which ports, protocols, and services are used by the IP Link Pro control processors, TouchLink Pro Touchpanels, Global Conﬁgurator Plus and Professional software, Toolbelt, and Extron Control (for IPLinkPro control systems). A list of protocols used for inbound and outbound communication for each type of device or software is available in the Pro Series Control Product Network Ports and Licenses Guide, part 68-2961-01, available at

www.extron.com.

The control processors use various licensed third-party software packages during operation. To view details about third-party packages and associated licensing, click the License

Information button in the internal web pages of the control processor. A License Information window opens. To view a copy of a listed package license, in the License Information window, click the link in the License column for the relevant package. This

opens a copy of the package license in a separate window. A list of licenses is also available in the Pro Series Control Product Network Ports and Licenses Guide at www.extron.com.

File Types: a Key to Extron-Specific File Names

The controller uses ﬁles with the following extensions:

• .eff — This is an Extron firmware update file (see the Firmware Updates section

starting on page44 for details on firmware updates).

• .eir — These are IR driver files containing infrared commands. There is a separate

.eir file for each device the MLCPlus controls via infrared communication. Via Global Configurator, these files can be imported and associated with an IR port on a controller.

• .gcplus — This is a Global Configurator Plus configuration file.

• .gcpro — This is a Global Configurator Professional configuration file.

• .pkp — This is a driver package file.

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Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificates

Extron controllers ship with factory-installed SSL certiﬁcates created by Extron. If you want or are required to use a different SSL certiﬁcate at your installation site, then you can use system utilities in the Toolbelt software to change the SSL certiﬁcate at any time. The Toolbelt Help File provides instructions on how to apply an SSL certiﬁcate to a controller.

NOTES:

• You must run Toolbelt as an administrator.

• Some certificates require a passphrase that is created when the certificate is

created. If a passphrase is required, you must enter that passphrase before uploading and applying the certificate.

IP Link Pro controllers support standard OpenSSL certiﬁcate encodings such as .pem (Privacy-enhanced Electronic Mail) and .der ﬁle types. PEM ﬁle types are ASCII encoded and are the required format for uploading to the controller. DER (Distinguished Encoding Rules) ﬁle types are binary encoded and can typically have several ﬁle extension variations, such as .crt and .cer. There are many standard tools that can convert from DER to PEM ﬁle encodings if needed.

NOTE: A DER format file must be converted to PEM encoding before uploading it to the

controller.

To properly create the certiﬁcate for uploading to Extron controllers, ensure that the certiﬁcate ﬁle meets the following requirements:

• contains X.509 certificate information

• contains public and private keys

• uses PEM encoding

NOTE: ITU-T standard X.509 covers aspects of public key encryption, digital

cryptography, certificates, and validation.

Contact your IT administrator for more information on what tools and policies are required to obtain or create the SSL certiﬁcate and, if necessary, the corresponding passphrase.

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Firmware Updates

If the need arises, you can replace the MLCPlus ﬁrmware. This section covers the following ﬁrmware-related topics:

• Determining the Firmware Version

• Updating the Firmware

Determining the Firmware Version

There are several ways to check which version of ﬁrmware the controller is using:

• View the device information in the Toolbelt.

• View the general status information section of the MLCPlus embedded web pages.

• View the GlobalViewer (GV) web pages (if the controller has already been configured

and the GV web pages have been generated, built, and uploaded to the controller).

Before using any of those methods, connect the controller and the PC to the same network. For details see the Hardware Features and Installation section starting on page9, the Software‑based Conﬁguration and Control section starting on page36.

Using Global Conﬁgurator and Toolbelt

1. Start Global Configurator in either GCProfessional or GCPlus mode and open the

Toolbelt link, or open the Toolbelt software directly.

2. Either add the desired MLCPlus manually or start device discovery and select the

desired controller from the list of discovered devices.

3. Click Manage in the row for the desired controller and view the device information that

appears in that section.

Using a Browser

The controller comes with a set of factory default embedded web pages. Also, after conﬁguration, the GlobalViewer (GV) application could be installed in the unit, providing a different set of web pages. See the Global Conﬁgurator Help File for information on how to use that software and the resulting web pages. Either type of web page (factory default or GV) can be used to ﬁnd the ﬁrmware version and part number of the unit.

1. Start a browser program.

2. Type the IP address of the MLCPlus into the address ﬁeld of the browser and log on to

the internal web page or to the optional GlobalViewer web page stored in the MLCPlus (see the Global Conﬁgurator Help File for details).

3. Look for the general device or status information section.

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Updating the Firmware

Firmware upgrade tools require the PC and the controller to both be connected to an Ethernet network. The instructions for each method of updating the MLCPlus ﬁrmware assume you have installed the appropriate software on your PC ﬁrst.

NOTES:

• You should save the existing configuration to a file (see the Global Configurator

Help file for instructions) before replacing the firmware. If the file is saved, the

configuration can be restored to the MLCPlus later using GC, if needed.

• Check the Extron website for firmware-related documents, instructions, patch

files, and new firmware files before loading new firmware into the controller. We recommend that you read the firmware release notes (available from

www.extron.com) before beginning the firmware update.

Locating and Downloading the Firmware

1. Visit the Extron website to ﬁnd the latest ﬁrmware ﬁle for the MLCPlus. The easiest way

to locate ﬁles is through the Downloads tab on the web page for the speciﬁc model.

2. Download the executable installer ﬁle (*.exe) from the website and run the installer

program. The program automatically stores the ﬁrmware ﬁle on the PC in C:\Program Files (x86)\Extron\Firmware\MLC Plus Series within a folder speciﬁc to

that version.

3. Write down the ﬁrmware ﬁlename and location for later use. The ﬁlename ends in .eff

such as 49-247-50-x.xx.xxxx-yyyy.eff where x.xx.xxxx is the version number.

NOTE: The firmware update file must have a filename extension of .eff. If the file

Installing Firmware

Firmware can be replaced by using one of the following:

• Global Configurator (using the link to Toolbelt)

• Toolbelt

• The firmware uploader feature in the default embedded web page

These methods allow you to browse to ﬁnd and select the appropriate .eff ﬁle on your PC and then click an Upload button to initiate the ﬁrmware upload to the controller.

NOTE: Toolbelt allows you to update multiple devices with the same firmware version

simultaneously.

Allow at least a couple minutes for the ﬁrmware to ﬁnish uploading. At the end of the upload process, the unit partially reboots and loses its connection to the PC. Therefore, to continue using the web page or Toolbelt you need to refresh the web page or reconnect via Toolbelt after the ﬁrmware update.

does not have that extension, it does not work properly.

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Glossary

10/100Base‑T Ethernet which uses unshielded twisted pair (UTP - CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6) cable, where the

amount of data transmitted between two points in a given amount of time is equal to either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps.

1000Base‑T, gigabit Ethernet

An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps over twisted pair wire.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Conﬁguration Protocol)

A standardized client-server communications protocol that enables a server to automatically assign unique network addresses (IP address, subnet mask, gateway) to a device using a deﬁned range of numbers conﬁgured for the network.

DNS (Domain Name System)

DNS is the application layer protocol that locates and translates an Internet domain name (such as www.extron.com) into a numerical Internet Protocol (IP) address. A domain name is an easy-to-remember “handle” for an Internet address.

Driver A software package that controls the interface between the controller and peripheral

devices.

Ethernet A network protocol that uses MAC addresses instead of IP addresses to exchange data

between computers. Using ARP with TCP/IP support, Ethernet devices can be connected to the Internet. An Ethernet LAN typically uses unshielded twisted pair (UTP) wires. Ethernet systems currently provide transmission speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps (fast Ethernet), or 1000 Mbps (gigabit Ethernet).

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

A protocol that is used to transfer ﬁles from one host to another host over a TCP-based network (such as the Internet). Also see Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) for the version that incorporates security features.

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

A network protocol based on TCP/IP that is used to retrieve hypertext objects from remote web pages and allows servers to transfer and display web content to users.

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)

A communications protocol for secure communication over a computer network. It allows web servers to transfer and display web content to users securely. All transferred data is encrypted so that only the recipient is able to access and read the content. It is not a protocol, itself, but rather a combination of Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) on top of the SSL/TLS protocol, which adds the security capabilities of SSL/TLS to standard HTTP communications.

ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)

ICMP is an Internet protocol used by network devices (routers, switches, and the like) to send error messages or relay query messages. Typically ICMP messages are used for diagnostic or control purposes or are sent to the source IP address in response to IP operations errors. Error messages include notices that a device is not available or that a host or router could not be reached.

IP (Internet Protocol) The protocol or standard used to send information from one computer to another on the

Internet.

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IP address A unique, 32-bit, binary number (12 digit decimal number, xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) that identiﬁes

each device or device port (an information sender and/or receiver) that is connected to a LAN, WAN, or the Internet. IP addresses can be static (see static IP) or dynamic (see

DHCP).

IP net mask/subnet mask — See subnet mask. MAC (Media Access Control) Address

A unique hardware number given to devices that connect to a network such as the Internet.

When a computer or networking device (router, hub, interface, and the like) is connected

to a LAN or the Internet, a table (which is used in ARP) relates the IP address of the device

to its corresponding physical (MAC) address on the LAN. This protocol allows for several

terminals or network nodes to communicate within a multi-point network, typically a local

area network (LAN).

NTP (Network Time Protocol)

NTP is an Application layer networking protocol that synchronizes clocks among computers

and other devices over networks.

Ping A utility/diagnostic tool that tests network connections. It is used to determine if the host

has an operating connection and is able to exchange information with another host.

Port number A preassigned address within a server (such as the controller) that provides a direct route

from the Application to the Transport layer or from the Transport layer to the Application of a

TCP/IP system.

SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol)

Similar to FTP, this protocol adds encryption and requires credentials for ﬁle transfers.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

SMTP is an Internet standard for e-mail transmission. By default, SMTP uses TCP port 25.

SMTP connections secured by SSL, known as SMTPS, default to port 465.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)

SNMP is an Application layer protocol that facilitates the exchange of basic network

management information between network devices. It helps in monitoring of operations and

factors such as bandwidth, memory usage, remote password resets, and collection of error

information. This protocol collects (and conﬁgures) information from network devices (such

as servers, hubs, switches, and routers) on an Internet Protocol (IP) network.

SSH (Secure Shell) SSH is a network protocol for secure data communication and for providing various secure

network services between two networked computers. SSH creates a secure channel

over an insecure network to connect client and server devices. It allows conﬁdential

communications of passwords and similar data over public or otherwise insecure networks.

Static IP An IP address that has been speciﬁcally (instead of dynamically—see DHCP) assigned

to a device or system in a network conﬁguration. This type of address requires manual

conﬁguration of the actual network device or system and can only be changed manually or

by enabling DHCP.

Subnet — See subnetwork. Subnet address The portion of an IP address that is speciﬁcally identiﬁed by the subnet mask as the

subnetwork.

Subnet mask A 32-bit binary number (12 digit decimal number, xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) used on subnets (smaller,

local networks) to help routers determine which network trafﬁc gets routed internally (within

the subnetwork) to local computers and which network trafﬁc goes out to the rest of the

network or the Internet. It is an address mask used to identify the bits of an IP address that

are used for the subnet address. Using a mask, the router does not need to examine all

32bits, only those selected by the mask.

Subnetwork A network that is part of a larger IP network and is identiﬁed by a subnet address. Networks

can be segmented into subnetworks to provide a hierarchical, multilevel routing structure.

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TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)

A connection-oriented protocol at the Transport layer of the Open Systems Interconnection

(OSI, ISO/IEC 7498-1) reference model. It provides reliable end-to-end data delivery from

one network device to another.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

The communication protocol of the Internet. Computers and devices with direct access

to the Internet are provided with a copy of the TCP/IP program to allow them to send and

receive information in an understandable form.

UDP (User Datagram Protocol)

A connectionless, Internet transport layer protocol that sends packets (datagrams) of

information across networks using “best-effort” delivery. It is a relatively simple protocol that

does not include handshaking. It is faster than TCP and is often used for broadcast and

multicast communication, but it does not include data veriﬁcation to ensure that all packets

arrived at their destination.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

The address (such as www.extron.com) that lets a resource on the internet be identiﬁed,

located, and accessed.

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Index

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance 11 application diagram

system connections 5

COM (serial) ports

use and wiring 19

data connections

troubleshooting 41

default settings

LAN port 18 RS-232 protocol for COM

ports 19 device control connections and configuration

troubleshooting 41 digital input ports

description and wiring 22 display control 7 distance

to display or projector 19 drivers

definition of term 46

device driver communication

sheet 19

.eir file type 42

Ethernet drivers 5

IR or RS-232 driver file,

downloading and using for

control 7

eir file type 42 Ethernet drivers

support for 5

file type names and descriptions

.eff 42 .eir 42 .pkp 42

firmware

determining the firmware version 44 .eff file 42 firmware update file type 42 locating and downloading 45 updating 45

gateway IP address

default value 18 resetting to default 35

Global Configurator

about 7 obtaining the software 8 using to determine the firmware version 44

grounding 15

IP address

LAN port defaults 18 resetting to default (Reset All IP

Settings mode) 35 IR and RS-232 device control 7 IR drivers

IR driver file type (.eir files) 42 IR emitters

wiring for use with IR output ports

20 IR output ports

use and wiring 20

LAN (IP) ports

default settings 18 used for power over Ethernet (PoE) 17

latching

relay description and wiring 23

MAC address

description 18 location on panel 29, 30

modes

reset modes and procedures 33

password

default 18

port mapping

resetting to default 35

power connections

troubleshooting 40

protocol

network protocols used 42

pulsed

relay description and wiring 23

relay ports

latching: description and wiring 23 momentary contact: description and wiring 23 wiring 23

Reset button

Reset button and LED location 33 using to reset the unit 33

resetting the unit 33

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serial communication protocol

COM port defaults 19

serial ports

wiring COM ports 19 STP 20-2P cable diagram and tip 19 subnet

default value 18

definition of subnet mask 47

resetting to default 35 system requirements 8

troubleshooting 40

data connections 41 device control connections and configuration 41 power connections 40

updating the firmware 45 username

default 18

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Extron Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

USA, Canada, South America, and Central America:

Extron Electronics 1230 South Lewis Street Anaheim, CA 92805 U.S.A.

Japan:

Extron Electronics, Japan Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082 Japan

Europe and Africa:

Extron Europe Hanzeboulevard 10 3825 PH Amersfoort The Netherlands

Asia:

Extron Asia Pte Ltd 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 PM Industrial Bldg. Singapore 368363 Singapore

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modiﬁcations were made to the product that were not authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Europe: 31.33.453.4040 Asia: 65.6383.4400 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or ﬁtness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you.

China:

Extron China 686 Ronghua Road Songjiang District Shanghai 201611 China

Middle East:

Extron Middle East Dubai Airport Free Zone F13, PO Box 293666 United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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Battery Notice

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Contents Contents

Introduction

Before You Begin

What This Guide Covers

Conventions Used in This Guide

Important Information You Need Before Installation

Features

Application Diagrams

Device Control

PC System Requirements

Hardware Features and Installation

Overall Configuration Procedure for the Controller

Installation Step 1: Get Ready

Installation Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site

Accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Site Preparation

Installation Step 3: Change a Faceplate or Button Labels (Optional)

Replacing a Faceplate

Replacing Button Labels

Installation Step 4: Cable All Devices

Rear and Side Panel Features and Cabling

Installation Step 6: Configure the MLC Plus

Installation Step 7: Test and Troubleshoot

Installation Step 8: Complete the Physical Installation

Mounting

Operation

Front Panel Features

Faceplates

Mounting Holes

Buttons

Volume Controls and LEDs

Reset Features and Resetting the Unit

Locating the Reset Button and LED

Resetting the Unit

Software-based Configuration and Control

Configuration and Control: an Overview

Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section and Other Resources

Downloading the Software and Getting Started

Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website

Obtaining Control Drivers

Things to Do After Installing GC and Before Starting a Project

Using GC: Helpful Tips

Troubleshooting

Hardware and Mounting

Reference Information

Network Port Requirements and Licensed Third-Party Software

File Types: a Key to Extron-Specific File Names

Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificates

Firmware Updates

Determining the Firmware Version

Using a Browser

Updating the Firmware

Locating and Downloading the Firmware

Installing Firmware

Glossary

Index