Network Communication Setup - Extron electronics IPCP Pro PCS1 Setup Manual

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Save the project.
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Build and upload the system configuration to the control processor.
Test and Troubleshoot
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Test the system (see the IPCP Pro User Guide for an outline of the system testing procedure).
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Make adjustments to wiring or configuration as needed.

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 PC and the LAN port of the
control processor 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.
Start Device Discovery.
Toolbelt displays a list of all Extron control
devices connected to the network.
Using the MAC address, locate the desired
control processor in the list and select it.
Use the Set IP feature in Toolbelt or use the
Toolbelt Manage > Network Settings tab
feature to enter the IP address and
subnet address, then con gure other
network settings as needed.
Network Setup
Figure 1.
Mounting
Securely mount the control processor and other devices and attach cables using the wiring section (see
on page 5) as a wiring guide. Optional 1U rack shelves and furniture mounting bracket kits are available for use with the control
processor. Read the instructions and UL guidelines that come with the rack shelf or mounting kit for installation procedures. See the
product-specific page at
www.extron.com
for a list of compatible accessories for mounting your control processor.
Cabling and Features
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