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IPL 250
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68-1715-01 Rev. A
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  • Page 1 Reference Manual Check the Extron Web site (www.extron.com) for updates. IPL 250 IP Link Ethernet Controller ® 68-1715-01 Rev. A 08 09...
  • Page 2 Precautions Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
  • Page 3 FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter One • Introduction ...................... 1-1 About This Manual ........................1-2 About the IPL 250 ........................1-2 Features ............................1-2 General features ........................1-2 Network and configuration features ................. 1-2 Controlling other devices ......................1-3 IR and RS-232 Device Control .....................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents, cont’d Communicating with the IPL ....................3-3 Configuring the IPL for Network Communication ..........3-3 Configuring the IPL for network use via Global Configurator ........... 3-3 Configuring the IPL for network use via the ARP command ..........3-4 Configuring the IPL for network use via a Web browser ............
  • Page 7 Chapter Four • SIS Programming and Control ™ ............4-1 Host-to-IPL Communications ....................4-2 IPL 250-initiated messages ....................... 4-2 Password information ......................4-2 Error responses .......................... 4-3 Error response references ......................4-3 Commands and Reponses ..................... 4-3 Using the command/response tables ..................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents, cont’d Appendix B • Firmware Updates ...................B-1 Determining the Firmware Version ................B-2 Using the Global Configurator software ................B-2 Using a Web browser .......................B-2 Updating the Main Firmware .....................B-4 Locating and downloading the firmware ................B-4 Updating firmware via the IPL 250’s embedded Web page ..........B-4 Updating firmware via Extron Firmware Loader software ..........B-5...

  • Page 9: Chapter One • Introduction

    IPL 250 Chapter One Introduction About This Manual About the IPL 250 IR and RS-232 Device Control How the IPL 250 Works: Components and Interactions Optional TouchLink Touchpanels System Requirements...

  • Page 10: Features

    Introduction About This Manual This manual provides detailed information and best practices recommendations about cabling and configuring the Extron IPL 250 IP Link Ethernet Control ® Processor and reference information about the controller’s specifications, programming, and special applications. It does not contain instructions on the most basic setup steps: those are covered in the IPL 250 Setup Guide, which describes how to set up the hardware, how to use the Global Configurator (GC) program to download drivers, add A/V devices to a GC configuration, configure the front panel buttons, set a shutdown schedule, and...

  • Page 11: Controlling Other Devices

    Built-in multilevel security — The user controls access to the devices attached to the controller. Two levels of password protection provide appropriate security. Management ability via Global Configurator 3.0 and higher — The included software and the GlobalViewer Web pages associated with it allow you to control, monitor, and schedule various functions of devices connected to IP Link products such as the IPL.

  • Page 12: How The Ipl 250 Works: Components And Interactions

    Introduction, cont’d use. IR learning is convenient for installing new or updated commands into the IPL 250 in the field. Refer to the Global Configurator help file or the IR Learner help file (which comes with the software) for details on setting up the IPL and for downloading, programming, or learning device control commands.

  • Page 13: Creating A Control System Using The Ipl With Optional Extron Touchlink Touchpanels

    Creating a Control System Using the IPL with Optional Extron TouchLink Touchpanels ™ Not only can the IPL 250 act as a stand-alone controller that can be accessed via its internal and GlobalViewer Web pages, but it also can act as the centerpiece of a control system that features Extron TouchLink Touchpanels.
  • Page 14 Introduction, cont’d IPL 250 • Introduction...

  • Page 15: Setup Checklist: How To Proceed With Installation

    IPL 250 Chapter Two Hardware Features and Installation Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation Front Panel Features Mounting the IPL 250 Rear Panel Features and Connections Resetting the Unit Application Diagram...
  • Page 16 Hardware Features and Installation Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation Get Ready  Familiarize yourself with the IPL 250's features.  Download and install the latest version of the Extron Global Configurator software (version 3.0 or higher) and the latest driver package (available from www.extron.com or the Extron Software Products Disk.) ...

  • Page 17: Front Panel Features

    Front Panel Features N The IPL 250 must be set up in order to function. See chapter 3, “Software- based Configuration and Control,” and the Global Configurator help file for information about Global Configurator, which you must use to set up the unit. Front panel LED indications are described below.

  • Page 18: Rack Mounting

    Hardware Features and Installation Optional rack shelves and an assortment of mounting kits (back of the rack, furniture, and projector pole mount) are available for use with the IPL. See appendix A for part numbers of these accessories, and read the instructions that come with the rack shelf or mounting kit for installation procedures.

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting With Brackets

    Rack mounting with brackets Installation instructions are available with the optional Extron MBB 100 back of the rack mounting kit (part number 70-367-01). Mounting Pre-installation M LS .5 A M AX M LS .5 A M AX M LS .5 A M AX QuarterRackUnderdeskMounting Furniture mounting...

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Features And Connections

    Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d Rear Panel Features and Connections COM1 COM 2 RELAY TX RX RTS CTS TX RX MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX S/N: S G S G POWER 500mA INPUT COM 3 RELAY 1 2 3 4 TX RX S G S G Power connector (page 2-6) IR output ports 1-4...
  • Page 21 • Use a straight-through Pins: Straight-through Cable 12345678 cable for connection to a (for connection to a switch, hub, or router) switch, hub, or router. End 1 End 2 Wire Color Wire Color • Use a crossover cable for white-orange white-orange connection directly to a orange...

  • Page 22: Unidirectional Control And Communication Connections

    Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d For bidirectional RS-232 communication, the transmit, ground, and receive pins must be wired at both the IPL 250 and the other device. Each projector or other device may require different wiring. For details, refer to that equipment’s manual or to the Extron device driver communication sheet.
  • Page 23 IR Signal Ground IR Signal Ground Single and Dual IR Emitter Two Single IR Emitters IR Signal Ground IR Signal Ground Dual IR Emitters Two Single and 0ne Dual IR Emitter Legend (–) Black wire Black wire w/white stripe Wiring emitters for IR control Relay ports —...

  • Page 24: Resetting The Unit

    Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d Resetting the Unit There are five reset modes that are available by pressing the Reset button on the front panel. The Reset button is recessed, IPL 250 so use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or Extron Tweeker to access it.

  • Page 25: Application Diagram

    Application Diagram The following figure shows an example of types of devices that are connected to some of the IPL’s ports. IR Emitters (to IR-controllable devices) RS-232 Enabled A/V Device RS-232 COM1 COM 2 RELAY TX RX RTS CTS TX RX MAC: 00-05-A6-XX-XX-XX S/N: S G S G...
  • Page 26 Hardware Features and Installation, cont’d 2-12 IPL 250 • Hardware Features and Installation...

  • Page 27: Configuration And Control: An Overview

    IPL 250 Chapter Three Software-based Configuration and Control Configuration and Control: an Overview The Basic Setup Steps: a Guide to this Chapter and Other Resources Communicating with the IPL Configuring the IPL for Network Communication Global Configurator Software for Windows ®...
  • Page 28 Software-based Configuration and Control Configuration and Control: an Overview An IPL 250 must be configured before use in order to recognize and accept commands and pass them on to the controlled devices. It can be configured and controlled via a host computer attached to the LAN (local area network) port. See chapter 2 for details about the port and cabling.

  • Page 29: Configuring The Ipl For Network Communication

    Communicating with the IPL To communicate with the IPL 250, you must power on the IPL and the PC you will use to configure it, and connect the two devices for IP (network) communication. • Power: see chapter 2 for wiring instructions. It is best to power the IPL using the 12 VDC external power supply that is shipped with the unit.

  • Page 30: Configuring The Ipl For Network Use Via The Arp Command

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Configuring the IPL for network use via the ARP command The ARP (address resolution protocol) command tells your computer to associate the IPL 250’s MAC (media access control) address with the assigned IP address. You must then use the ping utility to access the controller, at which point the controller’s IP address is reconfigured.

  • Page 31: Configuring The Ipl For Network Use Via A Web Browser

    You can reconnect using either Telnet or a Web browser to verify that the update was successful. After verifying that the IP address change was successful, enter and issue the arp –d command at the DOS prompt. For example: arp –d 10.13.197.7 removes 10.13.197.7 from the ARP table arp –d* removes all static IP addresses from the ARP table.

  • Page 32: Configuring The Ipl For Network Use Via Sis Commands And Telnet

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Select the Configuration tab, then select System Settings from the menu on the left of the screen. A Web page appears. The top part of a typical screen is shown in the following picture. Set the IPL for the new IP address using either step 5a or step 5b. 5a.

  • Page 33: Setting Up The Pc For Ip Communication With An Ipl 250

    Set the IPL for the new IP address by doing one of the following. E X1$ • Enter SIS command , where is the new IP address (see chapter 4, “SIS Programming and Control”) to set the IP address. ™ •...
  • Page 34 Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Right-click on Local Area Connection, then select Properties. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on the Properties button (shown at right). If Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is not on the list, it must be added (installed). Refer to the Microsoft Windows user’s manual or the Windows online help system for information on how to install the...

  • Page 35: Global Configurator Software For Windows

    Click the OK button to save the changes and exit the network setup. Reboot the PC, if required, for the changes to become effective. Plug one end of a Category 5 network/Ethernet crossover cable into the IPL’s Ethernet (LAN) connector. See chapter 2 for RJ-45 LAN connector wiring.

  • Page 36: Downloading The Software And Getting Started

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Downloading the software and getting started Global Configurator software is included with the controller. Global Configurator software updates and a large variety of device drivers can be downloaded at no charge from the Extron Web site (http://www.extron.com). N Device drivers (for controlling projectors, VCRs, DVD players, etc.) can be used by other Extron IP Link products, so they may be listed on the Extron Web site as an IP Link driver package.

  • Page 37: A Brief Guide To Global Configurator's Tabs

    • The IPL 250 Setup Guide, which is shipped with the unit, and the help file included with the software cover basic setup steps. They include instructions and examples on how to use the basic tabs in GC. • See the front and rear panel features sections in chapter 2 of this manual for features and settings for the ports you will configure in GC.

  • Page 38: Advanced Configuration

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Information”, click “Global Configurator Window”, then click on the name of the tab you want to know more about. Advanced Configuration IR learning to create customized IR driver files If you do not find a driver on the Extron Web site for the device you plan to use, you can create your own IR driver file.

  • Page 39: Advanced Serial Port Control

    Advanced serial port control If serial setup configurations are required, the following options provide advanced methods for communicating serially with the IPL: serial pass-through (or redirect mode), direct port access, and serial bridging. Serial pass-through (redirect mode) Serial pass-through allows serial commands from a controller to “pass through” an IPL 250 on route to an A/V device.

  • Page 40: Direct Port AccesS (Ports 2001 Through 2003)

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Direct port access (ports 2001 through 2003) Direct port access allows a direct, one-to-one connection to any one of the IPL’s serial ports using a TCP/IP connection. When a TCP session is initiated to a COM port, all data sent and received passes directly to and from that port without any processing.

  • Page 41: Serial Bridging

    Serial bridging Serial bridging mode creates a virtual serial connection (a “bridge”) between two IPL units allowing serial data to be passed over a shared LAN to devices connected via the IPLs’ COM ports. To use serial bridging, two IPL devices (one local and one remote) must be enabled to communicate with each other, providing PC, touchpanel, or controller access to a remote A/V device.

  • Page 42: Saving And Uploading The Configuration

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Unit 2’s Port Settings internal Web page Choose the serial port (on the local IPL 250, unit 2) that you wish to communicate through. For Serial Bridging, click the On radio button to activate bridging mode. In the Remote IP Address field, type in the IP address of unit 1.

  • Page 43: Embedded Web Pages

    • the IPL’s factory-embedded Web pages • the GlobalViewer (GV) Web pages that are created when you upload the GC configuration to the IPL • a TouchLink touchpanel with a customized graphical user interface (GUI), provided that the TouchLink is included in the IPL 250’s configuration Embedded Web pages The IPL 250 features an embedded Web server, which includes factory-set Web pages.

  • Page 44: Status

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Status The Status Web page provides only settings information. Changes must be made via the Configuration Web page or via the Global Configurator software or SIS programming. Personnel who have user access can view these pages but do not have access to configuration pages.

  • Page 45: Configuration

    Configuration There are six Configuration Web pages, which only administrators can access: • System Settings • Port Settings • IR Drivers • Passwords • Email Alerts • Firmware Upgrade System Settings This page is for IP and date/time setting changes. N Unit Name can be changed to your choice of up to 24 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).

  • Page 46: Port Settings

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Port Settings This page allows limited changes to serial (COM) port settings and to the on/off status of each relay port. 3-20 IPL 250 • Software-based Configuration and Control...

  • Page 47: Ir Drivers

    IR Drivers Once the IPL 250 is configured and IR drivers have been uploaded to the unit and linked to specific IR ports, you can view a list of the uploaded drivers in this page. Click on the name of the driver file to switch to a view of the commands loaded for that driver.

  • Page 48: Email Alerts

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Email Alerts In this page you can specify the Web server’s IP address and domain name, set up SMTP verification credentials, and specify e-mail alert recipients’ addresses and which e-mail file they will be sent. Firmware Upgrade Through this page you can locate and load new firmware to the unit.

  • Page 49: File Management

    File Management This Web page allows you to sort by file type (see the Filter by File Extension drop- down box). Personnel with administrator access can view these pages and make changes. Those with user-level privileges are not able to see this page. For an explanation of file types see appendix Files with the .cdc extension (___.cdc files) should NOT be deleted.

  • Page 50: Globalviewer ® Web

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d GlobalViewer Web Pages ® The IPL 250 can be used as part of a network of devices based on Extron IP Link technology. Global Configurator (GC) is a Windows-based program used for configuring and customizing the Web browser-based GlobalViewer (GV) application for each IPL, System 5 IP, MLC, or other IP Link-based device on a network.
  • Page 51 The following figures are examples of IPL 250 GlobalViewer pages. A GlobalViewer Schedule page A GlobalViewer Monitor page IPL 250 • Software-based Configuration and Control 3-25...
  • Page 52 Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d A GlobalViewer overall system page If a device has been set up with an IR or RS-232 driver, click on the device’s name on the left side of the GlobalViewer window to open a Control page that shows the available commands for the device.

  • Page 53: Controlling The Ipl 250 With A Touchpanel

    Controlling the IPL 250 with a Touchpanel After both devices are configured, the IPL 250 can be controlled with an optional Extron TLP touchpanel. Set up each touchpanel’s graphical user interface (GUI) by using the GUI Configurator software. Refer to the GUI Configurator Help file for details. Connect the touchpanel(s) to the same network that the IPL 250 uses.

  • Page 54: Customizing The Ipl's Control Web Pages

    Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d Customizing the IPL’s Control Web Pages Extron offers Web page templates that can be customized using standard HTML editing tools or third-party software such as Microsoft ® FrontPage or Adobe ® Dreamweaver to provide a different interface to the user while still using ®...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Turn on the input devices (DVD players, VCRs, PCs, and other sources), output devices (display screens, projectors), the IPL 250, and the PC and touchpanel. Touch a configured button on the touchpanel or (via PC) click a control button on the IPL’s embedded Control Web pages.
  • Page 56 Software-based Configuration and Control, cont’d 3-30 IPL 250 • Software-based Configuration and Control...

  • Page 57: Chapter Four • Sis ™ Programming And Control

    IPL 250 Chapter Four Programming and Control ™ Host-to-IPL Communications Commands and Reponses...

  • Page 58: Host-To-Ipl Communications

    IPL responds by sending a message to the host. No response is required from the host. The IPL- initiated messages are listed here). (c) Copyright 2009, Extron Electronics, IPL 250, Vx.xx, 60-1026-81 Day, DD MMM YYYY HH:MM:SS Vx.xx is the firmware version number.

  • Page 59: Error Responses

    Error responses When the IPL 250 receives a valid SIS command, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device. If the IPL is unable to execute the command because the command is invalid or it contains invalid parameters, it returns an error response to the host.

  • Page 60: Entering Sis Commands: Helpful Tips

    Programming and Control, cont’d ™ The command/response tables list valid ASCII command codes, the corresponding URL (uniform resource locator) encoded (for Web browsers) command codes, the IPL’s responses to the host, and a description of the command’s function or the results of executing the command.

  • Page 61: Symbol Definitions

    Symbol definitions sign/hyphen (-). No blank or space = CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) (hex 0D 0A) characters are permitted as part of a name. = Carriage return (no line feed, hex 0D) No distinction is made between upper and (for URL-encoded commands, use the lower case.
  • Page 62 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ leading zeros. in March, ends on the last Sunday in October. DST should be turned off for = Verbose/response mode status: Iceland. 0 = clear, default for Telnet connections 1 = verbose mode is on = Event number: 0 - 99 2 = send tagged responses for queries This is valid only while events are...
  • Page 63 The response includes leading zeros. = ASCII digit(s) representing the numeric value of the data element read from the event buffer (Leading zeros are suppressed.) X5& = IR playback file number (0 to 99) (no extension). The response includes leading zeros.
  • Page 64 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 65 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 66 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-10 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 67 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-11...
  • Page 68 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-12 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 69 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-13...
  • Page 70 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-14 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 71 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-15...
  • Page 72 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-16 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 73 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-17...
  • Page 74 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-18 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 75 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-19...
  • Page 76 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-20 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 77 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-21...
  • Page 78 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-22 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 79 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control 4-23...
  • Page 80 Programming and Control, cont’d ™ 4-24 IPL 250 • SIS Programming and Control...
  • Page 81 IPL 250 Chapter Five Special Applications Customizing HTML Files to Control Devices, Modify Embedded Web Pages, and Send E-mail Alerts...

  • Page 82: Customizing Html Files To Control Devices, Modify Embedded Web Pages, And Send E-Mail Alerts

    Special Applications There are numerous ways to use an IP Link to control and monitor A/V systems. The Global Configurator Help file and chapters 3 and 4 of this manual cover typical uses and features. This chapter shows you how to set up the IPL 250 for a few specialized applications.

  • Page 83: Ssi Command Types And Syntax

    SSI command types and syntax Host vs. remote commands SIS commands for IPLs and other IP Link-enabled devices fall into two categories: host or remote. • Host commands instruct the IPL 250, itself, to act or respond. • Remote commands send data to an external control port on the IPL 250. Command syntax Basic syntax for server side includes is as follows: <!--#directive parameter=x parameter=x -->...

  • Page 84: Example: Ssi Use In Notification E-Mails

    Special Applications, cont’d Example: SSI use in notification e-mails One simple way to use host SSI commands is to customize e-mail messages that the IPL 250 sends in response to a monitored condition or event. In the example shown below, the disconnection e-mail uses SSIs to insert the unit name, IP address, and time into an e-mail that is sent when the IPL 250 detects that a device attached to it has been disconnected or when a switch connected to a contact input port closes or opens.

  • Page 85: Creating And Using Query Strings

    via Telnet or HyperTerminal or DataViewer • a Web browser by sending a Post command on port 80 followed by the delimited data in the .shtml file Creating and using query strings A query string is a command that contains parameters or instructions for the Web server (the IPL 250) to execute.
  • Page 86 Special Applications, cont’d IPL 250 • Special Applications...
  • Page 87 IPL 250 A ppendix A Reference Material Specifications Part Numbers Glossary File Types: a Key to Extron-specific File Names...

  • Page 88: Specifications

    Reference Material Specifications Connectors ........1 RJ-45 female connector Data rate ......... 10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect Protocols ......... ARP, ICMP (ping), IP, TCP, UDP (port 3121, audio), DHCP, HTTP, SMTP, Telnet Default settings ......Link speed and duplex level = autodetected IP address = 192.168.254.254 Subnet mask = 255.255.0.0 Gateway = 0.0.0.0...
  • Page 89 General Power ..........Supplied by an included external power supply External power supply ....100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, external; to 12 VDC, 1 A, regulated Power input requirements ... 12 VDC, 0.5 A Temperature/humidity ....Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Cooling ...........

  • Page 90: Part Numbers

    Reference Material, cont’d Part Numbers Included parts These items are included in each order for an IPL 250 controller: Included parts Replacement part number IPL 250 60-1026-81 Rubber feet PS 1210 C 12 VDC, 1A external power supply 70-775-01 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 2 pole 100-455-01 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 3 pole 100-456-01...

  • Page 91: Glossary

    Cables Use the cables listed below for connecting an IPL 250 to accessories such as relay switches or communications ports: CTL Series (Comm-Link) cables Part number CTLP/1000 plenum (1000 feet/300 meters) 22-119-03 CTL/1000 non-plenum (1000 feet/300 meters) 22-148-03 N These cables are also available in 500 foot (150 m) lengths. Glossary 10/100Base-T is Ethernet which uses unshielded twisted pair (UTP - CAT 5, etc.) cable, where the amount of data transmitted between two points in a given...
  • Page 92 Reference Material, cont’d MAC (Media Access Control) Address is a unique hardware number given to devices that connect to a network such as the Internet. When a computer or networking device (router, hub, interface, etc.) is connected to a LAN or the Internet, a table (see ARP) relates the device’s IP address to its corresponding physical (MAC) address on the LAN.

  • Page 93: File Types: A Key To Extron-Specific File Names

    URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is the address (such as www.extron.com) that lets a resource on the internet be identified, located, and accessed. Verbose refers to a wordy way of speaking. For the IPL 250 and other IP- enabled products, verbose mode is a communication mode in which the device responds with more information than it usually would—more than the device, itself, needs to send.
  • Page 94 Reference Material, cont’d IPL 250 • Reference Material...
  • Page 95 IPL 250 A ppendix B Firmware Updates Determining the Firmware Version Updating the Main Firmware...

  • Page 96: Appendix B • Firmware Updates

    Firmware Updates If the need arises, you can replace the IPL 250’s main firmware without opening the unit or changing firmware chips. Determining the Firmware Version There are several ways to check which version of firmware the controller is using: •...
  • Page 97 In the factory default Web pages, select the Status tab. The firmware version is listed in the System Description area, as shown below. Or select the System Settings page within the Configuration tab. The firmware version is listed in the IP Settings area, as shown below. If using the GlobalViewer pages, click on the Type button and click on the IPL 250 folder.

  • Page 98: Updating The Main Firmware

    Firmware Updates, cont’d Updating the Main Firmware Most firmware upgrade tools require the PC and the controller to both be connected to an Ethernet network. The instructions for each method of updating the IPL’s firmware assume you have installed the appropriate software on your PC first. N You should save the existing configuration to a file (see chapter 3) before replacing the firmware.

  • Page 99: Updating Firmware Via Extron Firmware Loader Software

    In the Choose file dialog box, locate and select the firmware file (*.s19) you downloaded to C:\Program Files\Extron\Firmware\IPL_250\xx, and click the Open button. Click on the Web page’s Upload button to upload the firmware into the controller. It takes a while to load the file into the IPL. You will not see any on-screen indication when the upload has finished.
  • Page 100 Firmware Updates, cont’d Click the OK button. A window like the one shown below appears. It shows the firmware version currently used by the IPL 250. Click. File > Open. The Choose Firmware File window appears Locate and select the firmware file on your PC that you down-loaded for the IPL, then click the Open button.

  • Page 101: Updating Firmware Via Extron Ip Link File Manager Software

    The Firmware Loader displays the new firmware version, as shown here: Close or exit Firmware Loader. Updating firmware via Extron IP Link File Manager software ™ This is the recommended method for updating an IPL’s firmware. It allows you to update one or several IPLs at a time via an IP connection.
  • Page 102 Firmware Updates, cont’d Set the maximum number of firmware uploads that can take place at the same time. The firmware files are uploaded to batches of this many units at a time until all units listed in the Select Device list have received new files. The default is 5 uploads at a time, and the upper limit is the total number of units shown in the Select Device list.

  • Page 103: Appendix C • Index

    IPL 250 A ppendix C Index...

  • Page 104: Index

    Index Index defaults Symbols IP addresses 4-2 LAN port 2-7, 4-2 0.evt 1-4 RS-232 protocol for COM ports 2-7 .gc2 A-7 DHCP .gcz A-7 SIS commands for DHCP modes 4-15 direct port access (ports 2001 through 2003) 3-14 display control 1-3 accessories distance control accessories...
  • Page 105 file extension HTML files .cdc 3-23, A-7 customizing 5-2 .gc2 A-7 .gcz A-7 .s19 A-7 included parts A-4 filtering by 3-23 IP address File Management (embedded Web page) 3-23 defaults 4-2 file names and types IPL-initiated messages 4-2 .cdc 3-23, A-7 IP Link File Manager software B-7 .eir A-7 IR and RS-232 device control 1-3...
  • Page 106 Index, cont’d modes relay ports DHCP mode and SIS commands 4-15 SIS commands 4-12 IR playback mode variable in SIS commands 4-11 wiring 2-9 reset 2-10 remapping ports reset mode SIS commands 4-23 SIS commands for 4-17 serial communication standard Reset button SIS commands 4-9 Reset button and LED location 2-3...
  • Page 107 UL requirements and guidelines UL rack mounting guidelines 2-4 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) rack mounting guidelines 2-4 unit name definition and parameters 3-11, 3-19 updating the main firmware B-4 verbose mode SIS commands for 4-16 wall or furniture mounting 2-5 wiring block diagram printing 3-12 Zap (reset) commands SIS commands to reset the unit and/or erase files 4-22...
  • Page 108 Extron Warranty Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option,...
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