Extron electronics MLC 226 IP Series Setup Manual

MLC 226 IP Series • Setup Guide
The Extron MLC 226 IP Series MediaLink
AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display devices and
switchers. It includes an embedded web server, multiple serial ports, relays, and configurable digital I/O ports for use in
applications that require control and monitoring of multiple devices within an AV system.
The MLC 226 IP series of controllers are configured using the free Extron Global Configurator (GC) software. The MLCs
integrate seamlessly with Extron GlobalViewer
resource management software for remote control applications. Global Configurator and other useful software applications
are available at www.extron.com.
A checklist of basic setup steps is provided at the end of this guide. For additional information see the help files and the
MLC 226 IP Series User Guide, available at www.extron.com.
Panels and Features
Function or
Display On and
Off Buttons Buttons
DISPLAY
ON
OFF
VOLUME
Front Panel
Volume Knob
and LEDs
Cabling and Features
Attach cables using the following wiring diagrams as a guide. Full details are available in the MLC 226 IP Series User Guide.
CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
Control — Projector or Display
Projector
Ground (
or Display
IR Port IR transmit (Tx)
Projector or
Display
RS-232 Port
Ground ( )
Ground (
Receive (Rx)
Receive (Rx)
Transmit (Tx)
Transmit (Tx)
Bidirectional
® Controller integrates Ethernet connection into
Enterprise (GVE) software and the free GlobalViewer web-based AV
®
Room
Input Selection
Control
Buttons
AUTO
IMAGE
AUX
VCR DVD
VIDEO
SCREEN
2 3
1
UP 4 5 6
DOC
LAPTOP PC
CAM
SCREEN
DOWN
IR CONFIG
MLC 226 IP
IR Control IR Learning Config (RS-232
Receiver Receiver host control) Port
)
Digital input
Ground ( )
or or
) Power sense
Ground ( )
+12VDC
PROJECTOR A B C
CM/ IR
RS-232/IR
Bottom
Panel
Rear Panel
Reset Button
and LED
(on side)
IP Intercom
Ports
Projector Control
Control Module/IR/
Port SCP Ports
PROJECTOR A B C D E
CM/ IR SCP
RS-232/IR
Bottom Panel
{
On, high: >2.8 VDC
Digital Input
Off, low: <2.0 VDC
Tip (+12 V)
Ring
(signal)
Sleeve ( )
3.5 mm Stereo Plug
Projector RS-232 / IR / Digital Input Port(s)
Select RS-232 protocol via
Infrared:
software or SIS command.
• TTL level (0 to 5 V)
Signals are bidirectional, ±5 V.
• Up to 1 MHz
RS-232 default protocol:
Digital input:
• 9600 baud
• 8 data bits • 1 stop bit • High: >2.8 VDC
• no parity • no flow control • Low: <2.0 VDC
HOST
CONTROL
1=DIGITAL I/O
2=Tx 3=Rx 5=GND
38400, N, 8, 1
PRESS TAB WITH
TWEEKER TO REMOVE
IR/Serial MLS Power
Relay
Output Switcher Input
Ports
Ports Port (12 VDC)
1 2 3 4 5 6 S S S
A B
A B C A B C
MLS PWR
IR/SERIAL OUT
RELAYS
RS-232 12V
NORMALLY OPEN
Extron
Power Sensor
(60-271-01)
NOTE: Each projector or display may
require different wiring. See the
manual that came with the projector
or display, or the Extron device driver
communication sheet for details.
Host Control
and
Digital I/O
Port
LAN (IP)
Connector
Side View
1