Control Methods - Extron electronics IN1804 Series User Manual

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Control Methods

Control the IN1804 series switchers using one or more of the following methods:
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Front panel security lockout — This feature locks out all front panel functions. All
functions, however, are available through Ethernet, USB, or RS-232 control.
Ethernet monitoring and control — Enables control and proactive monitoring over a
LAN or WAN.
Built-in web pages — Enables the use of a standard browser for device monitoring
and troubleshooting over an intuitive web interface.
RS-232 control port — Enables the use of serial commands for integration into
a control system. Extron products use the Simple Instruction Set (SIS) command
protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
Contact closure remote control with tally output — Contact closure ports enable
remote video input selection control, while tally outputs provide +5 VDC to illuminate
LEDs for video input identification. The contact and tally ports may be configured for
independent use when the IN1804 is connected to an external control processor.
Compatible with Teamwork Show Me Cables — Show Me cables provide
convenient connectivity and user input selection and control for TeamWork
Collaboration Systems.
Front panel USB configuration port — Enables easy system configuration without
having to access the rear panel.
Front panel LED indicators for signal presence, HDCP status, and power —
Provides visual indication of system status for real-time feedback and monitoring of key
performance parameters.
Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS) — The PCS program enables
configuration of multiple products using a single software application.
Compact 1U, half rack width metal enclosure — The half rack width enclosure
can be mounted under furniture using the UTS Series Under Table Shelf System or
MBU 123 Low Profile Mount Kit, available separately.
Includes LockIt HDMI cable lacing brackets
Internal Extron Everlast power supply — Provides worldwide power compatibility,
with high-demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating
cost. The Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7-year parts and labor warranty.
The front panel controls and the on-screen display (OSD) menu (see
On-Screen Menu System
A computer, a touch screen panel, or any other device that sends and receives
serial communications through the USB, RS-232, or Ethernet port. Use the Extron
DataViewer utility on the computer to enter SIS commands (see
and Control beginning on page 48).
The Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS) on a computer with a Windows
Configuration Software
operating system (see
Series PCS Help File).
Internal web pages, providing a web browser-based interface for monitoring the
switcher from a computer over a LAN network (see
page 92).
on page 22).
beginning on page 82 and the IN1804
Internal Web Page
IN1804 Seamless Scaling Switchers • Introduction
Using the
SIS Configuration
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beginning on
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