Extron electronics MLC Plus 84 D Setup Manual

MLC Plus 84 D • Setup Guide
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Figure 1. MLC Plus 84 D
Front Panel
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:
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Toolbelt software — for discovering the controller and other control products on the network, for managing core
settings, and for upgrading firmware if the need arises.
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Global Configurator (GC) software — for configuring the controller.
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IP Link Pro device drivers — for use with GC, to make control of AV devices possible.
All are avail able from
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Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You need the following details for each IP Link Pro
device:
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DHCP setting (on or off)
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Device (MLC Plus 84) IP address
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Write down the MAC address of each IP Link Pro device (such as the MLC Plus 84) to be used.
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Obtain model names and setup information for devices the MLC Plus 84 will control or monitor.
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Each controller 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 MLC Plus 84 Series User Guide for requirements and guidelines regarding
SSL certificates. IEEE 802.1X authentication is also supported once enabled (see "IEEE 802.1X Certificates" in the
MLC Plus 84 Series User Guide for details).
The Extron MLC Plus 84 D MediaLink
connection into AV systems to allow users to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV
equipment, including display devices and switchers. The controller includes an embedded
web server and support for Power over Ethernet (PoE). It also includes ports for bidirectional
serial control, IR output, relays, digital input, and volume control.
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The MLC Plus 84 D fits a standard US two-gang electrical junction
box or mud ring. It includes a two-gang decorator-style
wallplate and a two-gang mud ring.
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This guide provides instructions for an experienced
installer to install an MLC Plus 84 Series controller
and to create a basic configuration. Use Extron
Toolbelt software to discover and manage the
MLC Plus controller and other Extron control
products. Configure the controller using Extron
Global Configurator
Configurator Professional (GC Professional) or
Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode. The MLC
integrates with Extron GlobalViewer
software and the Extron Control apps for remote
control applications.
www.extron.com Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
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Controller with IP Link
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Subnet mask
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Gateway IP address
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Figure 2. MLC Plus 84 D
Rear Panel
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User name
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Passwords
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