Configuring The Mlc Via The Usb Port - Medialink MLC 62 IR D User Manual

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Configuring the MLC via the USB Port

The mini-Type B USB port can be used to configure the MLC via the configuration
software and to update the firmware. This USB port also functions as a power source for
the MLC during configuration.
NOTE: Do not use this port as the permanent power source for the MLC. It should be
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2.
DISPLAY
ON
VOLUME
PC
LAPTOP
Extron
MLC 62 D Front Panel
GROUND
Rx
Tx
GROUND
1
COMMON
Plug the connector into the rear panel Pwr connector. In the example below, a power
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1
supply is being connected to the Pwr connector of an MLC 62 RS D.
GROUND
Tx/IR
GROUND
Tx
GROUND
+12 VDC
MLC Rear Panel
Figure 28. Connecting a Power Supply to an MLC
used for power only during button and port configuration.
If the MLC has already been installed, access the USB port as follows:
MLC D models — Remove the wallplate from the unit to access the USB port,
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which is located on the front panel behind the wallplate (see
Covered MLC D Front Panel Features
MLC 62 RS EU and MK — Remove the MLC from the installation surface to
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access the USB port, which is located on the left side panel (see
MLC 62 RS EU and MK Side and Rear Panel Features
Connect a USB A to mini B cable between the USB configuration port and the USB
port on your computer.
Mini Type B
OFF
USB
VIDEO
MUTE
Figure 29. USB Port Connection for MLC D Models
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Ground
12 VDC Input
Ground All Devices
on page 41).
Type A
USB
USB
Ports
USB Cable
External
Power Supply
(12 VDC)
Accessing the
Accessing
on page 42).
USB 1
PC
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