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- Page 1 User Guide IP Link Pro Products ® IPL Pro Series IP Link Pro Control Processors PRELIMINARY 68-2437-01 Rev. Ax1 04 14...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions • English Инструкция по технике безопасности • Русский WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to ПРЕДУПРЕЖДЕНИЕ: Данный символ, , если указан alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the на... - Page 3 Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website. Copyright © 2014 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners. The following registered trademarks , registered service marks , and trademarks are the property of RGB Systems, Inc.
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Page 4: Software Commands
Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or WARNING: severe injury. CAUTION: A caution indicates a situation that may result in minor injury. ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or associated equipment. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Software-based ........... 1 Configuration and Control ......18 Before You Begin ..........1 Configuration and Control: an Overview .... 18 What This Guide Covers ......... 1 Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section Conventions Used In This Guide ..... 1 and Other Resources ........ - Page 6 IPL Pro Series • Contents...
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction This section covers the following basic information you should know about this guide and the product before installation: • Before You Begin — What this guide covers and does not cover, and what terms are used to refer to these products •... -
Page 8: About The Ipl Pro Series
About the IPL Pro Series The IPL Pro Series Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display devices and switchers, source devices, and various other items such as lights, a projector lift, or a screen motor. - Page 9 Network and configuration features • Global compatibility — The IPL 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 IPL embedded web pages include online diagnostics and monitoring of basic features.
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Page 10: Application Diagrams
TCP/IP Network Extron Extron Extron TLP Pro 520M 5" Wall Mount TouchLink Pro Touchpanel Figure 2. An IPL Pro S1 Application HDCP-Compliant Displays RS-232 Extron RS-232 COM 1 COM 2 COM 3 IPL PRO S6 MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX IPL Pro S6... -
Page 11: Device Control
Device Control The IPL must be configured in one of the following ways before it will send commands to a projector, display, or other device: • An RS-232 or Ethernet driver file can be downloaded from the extensive Extron driver selection from the Extron website (http://www.extron.com/download/index.aspx). -
Page 12: Hardware Features And Installation
Hardware Features and Installation This section covers the following material: • Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation — A checklist of tasks to guide you through installation • Network Communication Setup — A flowchart guide to network settings configuration •... -
Page 13: Mount And Cable All Devices
Mount and Cable All Devices … Mounting the IPL Pro Series Mount the unit to a rack or furniture (see page 10). … Cable devices to the control processor (see Rear Panel Features and Connections starting on page 11). … Connect power cords and power on all the devices. Set up the Control Processor and Touchpanels for Network Communication …... -
Page 14: Network Communication Setup
Network Communication Setup Network setup is essential prior to configuration. Use the flowchart as a guide to setting up the control processor for network use. Network Communication Setup, Connected/Online Method Connect the control processor and PC to the same LAN and apply power. Open the Toolbelt utility in Global Con gurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode). -
Page 15: Front Panel Features
Front Panel Features Examples of front panel features are shown at right. The quantity IPL PRO S1 and location of ports and Power corresponding front panel LEDs differ among IPL models. However, the functions of each Reset COM (Serial) type of port and their LEDs are... -
Page 16: Mounting The Ipl Pro Series
Mounting the IPL Pro Series Mounting Options Optional 1U high rack shelves and a variety of rack mounting bracket kits and furniture mounting kits are available for use with the IPL. The one inch high model requires different brackets than the 1U high models. Visit the product-specific page on the Extron website for a list of compatible accessories for mounting your control processor or call a support representative to find out which kit to order for your installation. -
Page 17: Rear Panel Features And Connections
The quantity of ports and corresponding front panel LEDs differs among IPL models, but the functions of each type of port and their LEDs are identical for any model that includes that type of port. D D D B B B IPL PRO S1 POWER MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX S/N: ####### E###### 0.2A MAX... -
Page 18: Power Connections
Power Connections Power input connector (external power supply) — Connect the IPL to the included 12 VDC power supply here, then connect the external power supply to a 100 to 240 VAC power source. POWER X.XA MAX Power Input, External Power Supply •... -
Page 19: Bidirectional Control And Communication Connections And Features
RS-232, RS-422, Model COM Port Only or RS-485 right. IPL Pro S1 IPL Pro S3 Use the following diagram as a wiring guide to 2, 3 IPL Pro S6 cable the IPL to other devices. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6... - Page 20 LAN/PoE (IP) connectors and LEDs — To connect the IPL to an Ethernet network (so you can configure and control the IPL and the devices connected to it), 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.
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Page 21: Resetting The Unit
Resetting the Unit There are three reset modes that are available by pressing the Reset button on the front panel. The Reset button is recessed, so use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or Extron Tweeker to access it. See the reset modes table on the next page for a summary of the modes. - Page 22 IPL Pro Series Control Processor Reset Mode Summary Activation Result Purpose and Notes To start the Use Factory Firmware reset mode and replace firmware: The unit continues to run factory-installed Use this mode to firmware until the user updates the firmware or temporarily boot up On the control processor, hold down the recessed Reset button power is cycled to the unit, which then reboots...
- Page 23 IPL Pro Series Control Processor Reset Mode Summary Activation Result Purpose and Notes To reset all IP settings: Reset All IP Settings mode: Reset All IP Settings mode enables you to Hold down the Reset button for about 6 seconds until Sets the IP address back to factory default •...
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Page 24: Software-Based Configuration And Control
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 •... -
Page 25: Basic Setup Steps: A Guide To This Section And Other Resources
Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Section and Other Resources NOTE: GC projects can be created offline and uploaded to the hardware at a later date. Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation Follow the steps in starting on page 6. -
Page 26: Downloading The Software And Getting Started
Downloading the Software and Getting Started GC software updates and a large variety of device drivers can be downloaded from the Download page on the Extron website (http://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. -
Page 27: Obtaining Control Drivers
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. -
Page 28: Using Gc Professional And Gc Plus: Helpful Tips
Using GC Professional and GC Plus: Helpful Tips Resources and Notes • The IPL Pro Series Setup Guide is shipped with the unit, and it lists available resources (software, drivers, instructions). It includes a quick reference to the front and rear panel features, and covers basic hardware installation. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Turn on the input devices (DVD players, VCRs, PCs, and other sources), output devices (display screens, projectors), the IPL Pro control processor, and the PC and touchpanel. Touch a configured button on the touchpanel. If an input or output AV device cannot be remotely controlled (does not respond as expected), check the following: Power Connections •... -
Page 30: Reference Information
Reference Information This section of the guide includes the following reference items: Glossary • • File Types: a Key to Extron-specific File Names • Licensed Third Party Software Used in the Control Processors Full product specifications are available via the IPL Pro Series product pages at www.extron.com. - Page 31 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.
- Page 32 SSH (Secure Shell) SSH is a network protocol for secure data communication and 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.
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Page 33: File Types: A Key To Extron-Specific File Names
File Types: a Key to Extron-specific File Names A basic understanding of the types of files used by the control processor is helpful in order to decide what (if anything) to do with them. • ______.eff — This is an Extron firmware update file. See the Firmware Updates section starting on page 29 for details on firmware updates. -
Page 34: Licensed Third Party Software Used In The Control Processors
Licensed Third Party Software Used in the Control Processors 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. -
Page 35: Firmware Updates
Firmware Updates If the need arises, you can replace the IPL firmware without opening the unit or changing firmware chips. This section covers the following aspects of how to do that: • Determining the Firmware Version — How to find the current firmware version •... -
Page 36: Updating The Firmware
Updating the Firmware Firmware upgrade tools require the PC and the control processor to both be connected to an Ethernet network. The instructions for each method of updating the IPL firmware assume you have installed the appropriate software on your PC first. NOTES: •... -
Page 37: Index
Index Symbols .eff data connections file names and types downloading the file for a firmware troubleshooting 23 .eff 27 upgrade 30 default settings .eir 27 file type description 27 LAN port 14 .gc2 27 .eir RS-232 protocol for COM .gcplus 27 file type description 27 ports 13 .gcpro 27... - Page 38 IP address password third-party software resetting to default (Reset All IP default 14 list of software licenses 28 Settings mode) 17 port mapping TouchLink Pro touchpanel IR and RS-232 device control 5 resetting to default 17 as part of a system with a IR drivers power connectors controller 2...
- Page 39 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.
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