Extron electronics MLC Plus 50 Setup Manual

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Setup Guide
The Extron MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series MediaLink
connection into AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment,
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including display devices and switchers. Each controller includes an embedded web server and support
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Installation
Step 1: Get Ready
Use the following check list to prepare for the installation.
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Download and install the latest version of the following:
Global Configurator Professional or Global Configurator Plus software — for setting up and configuring the controller.
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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. Contact an Extron support representative regarding training to use the full features
of GC Professional (see
Toolbelt software — for setting up and configuring the controller
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IP Link Pro device drivers — for use with GC (Professional or Plus), to make control of other devices possible.
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All are avail able from
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Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You will need the following details for each MLC Plus
device:
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DHCP setting (on or off)
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Device (MLC Plus) IP address
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Write down the MAC address of each IP Link Pro device (such as the MLC Plus 50/100/200) to be used.
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Obtain model names and setup information for devices the MLC Plus 50/100/200 will control.
Step 2: Prepare the Installation Site
ATTENTION:
Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
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L'installation et l'entretien doivent être effectués uniquement par un technicien qualifié.
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Extron recommends installing the MLC Plus into a grounded, UL Listed electrical junction box.
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Extron recommande d'installer le MLC Plus dans un boîtier d'encastrement électrique mis à la terre, certifié UL.
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Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
www.extron.com (see Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
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All models fit standard US junction boxes or mud rings.
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The MLC Plus 100 AAP and MLC Plus 200 AAP
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also include space to mount from one to four
Extron AAP plates.
This guide provides instructions for an experienced
installer to install an MLC Plus Series controller and to
create a basic configuration. Configure the controller
using Extron Global Configurator
in Global Configurator Professional (GC Professional)
or Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode. The MLC
integrates with Extron GlobalViewer
software and the GlobalViewer web-based AV resource
management for remote control applications. Global
Configurator and other useful software applications are
available at www.extron.com.
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Subnet mask
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Gateway IP address
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User name
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Passwords
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