Extron electronics MLC Plus 100 Series Setup Manual

MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series • Setup Guide
The Extron MLC Plus 50/100/200 Series MediaLink
connection into AV systems. This allows 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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for Power over Ethernet (PoE). It also includes ports for bidirectional serial control, IR output, relays, digital
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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:
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Global Configurator Professional or Global Configurator Plus software — for setting up and configuring the controller.
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
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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.
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.
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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 50/100/200 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 50/100/200 Series User Guide for details).
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Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
www.extron.com Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website
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Controllers with IP Link
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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
also include space to mount from one to four
Extron AAP plates.
This guide provides instructions to install an
MLC Plus Series controller and to create a basic
configuration. Configure the controller using Extron
Global Configurator
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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Gateway IP address
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User name
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Passwords
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