Extron electronics IPL Pro Series User Manual
Extron electronics IPL Pro Series User Manual

Extron electronics IPL Pro Series User Manual

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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide
The Extron IPL Pro Series IP Link
remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display
devices and switchers. These control processors include an embedded web
server and support for power over Ethernet
(PoE). Depending on the model, an IPL Pro
control processor can include multiple
bidirectional serial ports, relays, IR/serial ports,
or contact input ports for use in applications
that require control and monitoring of multiple
devices within a large-scale AV system.
This guide provides instructions for an experienced installer to install an IPL Pro
Series control processor and to create a basic configuration. Use Extron
Toolbelt software to discover and manage the IPL Pro control processor and
other Extron control products. Configure the control processor using Extron
Global Configurator
software running in Global Configurator Professional
®
(GC Professional) or Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode, or program the
control processor using Extron Global Scripter
with Extron GlobalViewer
remote control applications. These control processors support multiple TouchLink
Ethernet network. Global Configurator and other useful software applications are available at www.extron.com.
Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation
Get Ready
Familiarize yourself with the features of the control processor (see
Features) and of any TouchLink Pro touchpanels that will be part of the system.
Download and install the latest version of the following:
Toolbelt software — for discovering the control processor and other control products on the network, for managing
core settings, and for upgrading firmware when needed.
Global Configurator (GC) software — for configuring the control system.
Global Scripter software — for programming the control processor (as an alternative to GC)
GUI Designer software — for designing layouts for Extron TouchLink Pro touchpanels and third party touch interfaces
IP Link Pro device drivers — for use with GC, to make control of AV devices possible
IR Learner Pro software — for use with models (IPL Pro IRS8) that have IR receiver ports. Use this to create your own
IR drivers using the remote control of an AV device, if drivers are not already available from Extron
All are avail able from
page 9).
Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You will need the following details for each IP Link Pro
device:
DHCP setting (on or off)
Device (IPL Pro, Touchlink Pro, IPCP Pro) IP address
Write down the MAC address of each IP Link Pro device to be used.
Obtain model names and setup information for devices the IPL will control.
Each control processor comes with a factory-installed Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) security certificate. If you intend to install
a different SSL certificate, contact your IT department to obtain the certificate or for instructions on how to obtain one. See
"Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificates" in the IPL Pro Series User Guide for requirements and guidelines regarding SSL
certificates.
Pro Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to
®
 (GS). The IPL integrates seamlessly
®
Enterprise (GVE) software and Extron Control apps for
®
www.extron.com
(see
Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
 Pro touchpanel interfaces over a standard
®
Front Panel Features
on page 4 and
Subnet mask
Gateway IP address
Rear Panel
on
Username
Passwords
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  • Page 1 IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide The Extron IPL Pro Series IP Link Pro Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to ® remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display devices and switchers. These control processors include an embedded web server and support for power over Ethernet (PoE).
  • Page 2 IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Mount and Cable All Devices … Mount the unit to a rack or furniture (see Mounting on page 3). … Cable devices to the control processor (see Cabling and Features on page 5). …...
  • Page 3: Network Communication Setup

    Network Communication Setup Network setup is essential prior to configuration. Use the following flowchart as a guide to setting up the control processor for network use. Network Communication Setup Connect the control processor and PC to the same network. Apply power to all devices. Open the Toolbelt software from within Global Con gurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode) or as the stand-alone application.
  • Page 4: Panels And Locations Of Features

    IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Panels and Locations of Features Location and quantity of LEDs and corresponding connectors vary by model, but the functions and port wiring are identical across models for each port type. Front Panel Features...
  • Page 5: Cabling And Features

    Smooth Ridged non autorisée annule toute certification NOTE: IPL Pro Series control processors accept power over Ethernet (PoE) through de conformité Control - LAN (Ethernet) the LAN port in addition to network communication (see réglementaire et peut page 6 for cabling and details). Both an external power supply and PoE can be endommager la source connected to the control processor simultaneously.
  • Page 6: Control - Serial (Com)

    IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Control — Serial (COM) Rear Panels Front Panels Serial (COM) Ports COM 1 5-pole COM Select protocol via software. (RS-232, RS-422*, RS-485*) COM port default protocol: Tx Rx RTSCTS *See the Serial Options •...
  • Page 7: Control - Ir/Serial

    Control — IR/Serial Rear Panel Front Panel IR/Serial Ports Output options: IR/SERIAL • IR (30 kHz to 300 kHz, with or without carrier signals) • Unidirectional RS-232 IR/SERIAL IR/S LEDs Light when signals are transmitted on the corresponding IR/serial port. 3/16"...
  • Page 8: Reset Modes: A Brief Summary

    Project Recovery: See the IPL Pro Series User Guide for instructions. Use this mode to recover the project in the • event of a lost user name and password.
  • Page 9: Locating Software, Firmware, And Driver Files On The Extron Website

    Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website There are three main ways to find software, firmware, and device drivers within www.extron.com: Via links from the web page for the specific product • Via the Download page (Click on the Download tab at the top of any page within www.extron.com.) •...
  • Page 10: Overall Configuration Procedure For The Control Processor

    For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website. 68-2437-51 Rev. B © 2014-2018 - Extron Electronics All rights reserved. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. www.extron.com 08 18...

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