Global Caché GC-IRL Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

Global Caché

GC-IRL

IR Learner

Global Caché’s GC-IRL IR Learner plugs into the RS232 port of any PC
and is used to learn the full spectrum, 30KHz to 500KHz, of IR codes
that control infrared driven audio/video equipment. When used in
conjunction with the free GC-IRL Utility software learned codes are
displayed, converted into other formats, and automatically copied into
the Windows clipboard for easy IR database and spreadsheet creation.
The stored codes can be used to control IR devices from any computer
over a network. The GC-IRL provides all the information, such as
transmission frequencies; required to correctly recreate IR signals for
playback. The GC-IRL power is supplied by the RTS line of the serial
port and requires no external power supply.

GC-IRL

PC

TV Remote

Getting Started is Simple. The GC-IRL is easy to use. Install the GC­IRL Utility software and connect the GC-IRL device to the PC to
establish communication between the GC-IRL and the PC software, send
IR commands from a remote to test your setup, and adjust the settings for
desired output. Various IR formats (Such as CCF) can be selected to
meet your needs. To start using your GC-IRL follow the quick steps
below:

Install the GC-IRL IR Learner Utility software. To install the
application, put the included CD in your PCs CD drive. The installatio n

program should start automatically, if not run the SETUP.EXE file to
begin installation. The GC-

IRL IR Learner Utility can also be downloaded from Global Caché’s
website at http://www.globalcache.com/ in the Support Section.

Once the application is installed, you can launch the program by double­clicking the icon installed on your desktop, or by selecting the icon from
the Programs menu.

Plug the GC-IRL into your PC directly through the serial port or with a
cable. Using a cable, such as a USB to serial cable, allows for easier
access to the unit, but is not required. Carefully follow the cable
manufacturer's instructions and note the COM Port the device is installed
on by using System Devices in the Control Panel.

After connecting the GC-IRL to your PC and starting the GC-IRL IR
Learner Utility, select the correct COM port and then select the
“Connect” button. Once communication with the GC-IRL is established,
the LED on the GC-IRL should show solid red. Note: If the ACT light
does not come on or continuously blinks, please verify the GC-IRL is
connected properly and that the correct COM port is selected, then press
“Connect” again to establish communication.

Point the remote control at the GC-IRL and push the buttons to begin
capturing IR codes. The ACT LED will blink when receiving an IR
signal, and the information will appear in the GC-IRL Utility window.
Depending on the remote control, the ideal distance away from the GC­IRL should be approximately 6 to 24 inches. Output in the lower
window can be switched between GC-100 format and CCF format by
selecting the appropriate formatting option above the output window.
The GC-IRL IR Learner Utility automatically copies the output string to
the Windows clipboard, where it can easily be pasted (CTRL-V) into a
spreadsheet and saved for later reference.

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