User GuideMLC 60 SeriesMediaLink®MediaLink Controllers68-2166-01 Rev. A12 11
• IR and RS-232 ports — The MLC 64 and the MLC 62 RS models each have a dedicated serial port for communicating with most types of projectors or flat
MLC Configuration SoftwareThe included MLC Configuration Program is used to configure the MLC buttons and ports via an RS-232 or USB connection. This s
VOLUMEDISPLAYPCVIDEOONOFFPCDVDProjector withInternal SpeakersIR Projector ControlVideoVGAAudioAudio• IR Display Control• On/Off Control• Input Swit
S-videoAudioPOWER12V 3A MAXOUTPUT4/8OHMSINPUTSLRLRREMOTEVOL/MUTE10V50mALMPA 152RCUSLISTED17TTAUDIO/VIDEOAPPARATUSCLASS 2 WIRINGDO NOT GROUNDOR
Features, Installation, and OperationThis section describes the front, side, and rear panel features of the five MLC models, and provides procedures f
4. Wire and connect the MLC power supply (see “Connecting Power to the MLC,” later in this section). Connect all other power cords and turn on all th
The numbered callouts below apply to all the following MLC D front panel drawings.a Activity LEDb Display power On and Off Buttonsc Volume butto
Controls behind the wallplateThe front panels of the MLC D controllers contain some controls and connectors that are located behind the wallplate when
Front panel featuresa Activity LED — This bicolored LED lights green when the MLC front panel buttons are pressed. It blinks red while enabling front
g USB configuration port — Connect a USB cable (USB A to mini B) between your computer and this port to configure the MLC via the configuration software
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipmen
• Setting the button flashing rate — Specify fast or slow flashing of a front panel button and the number of seconds the button flashes.NOTE: While a b
a Host/Config port — This bidirectional RS-232 serial port can be used for conguration and rmware updates in the same way as the USB port (g in the
Rear Panel Features on MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK OnlyThe items listed in this section are located on the rear panel of the MLC 62 RS EU and the ML
InstallationThe MLC 60 Series can be installed as listed below: • The MLC 62 D models can be installed in a standard one-gang electrical wall box or
VOLUMEExtronDISPLAYVIDEOPCONOFFFigure 14. Removing the Faceplate (MLC 60 Series D Models)2. If you are switching faceplates, transfer the buttons fr
Removing and replacing the MLC 64 VCM module knob and faceplateThe MLC 64 is provided with one black and one white VCM faceplate and volume control kn
MUTEVOLUMEFigure 17. Removing the MLC 64 Volume Control Module Faceplate3. Making sure that both the faceplate and the volume control module board a
2. If you are switching faceplates, transfer the buttons from the faceplate you removed to the replacement.3. Make any desired button replacements (
4. Press the two buttons into the faceplate until the pegs on the membrane are seated in the corresponding holes.5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for any
Wiring for IR ControlTo control devices via infrared (IR) commands from the MLC, connect one or two IR emitters to the IR/S port (RS models) or the IR
FCC Class A NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rule
Ground ( )Ground ( )Signal 110/220 VRxTxGROUNDTx/IRCOMMON112 HOST/ CONFIGRS-232DIGITAL INPUTTx PWR12V 0.2 A MAXRELAYSN/OGROUNDGROUNDGROUNDGROUND+
Example: The diagram below shows a two-position switch connected to the Digital Input port of an MLC 62 RS D. Ground ( )Digital Input 1RxTxGROUNDTx
Wiring the Volume Control Module (MLC 64 RS VC D Only)Connect the remote volume control port of an Extron amplifier to the 3-pole captive screw connec
2. Plug the connector into the rear panel Pwr connector. In the example below, a power supply is being connected to the Pwr connector of an MLC 62 RS
USB CableType AUSBMini Type BUSBUSB 1USBPortsPCMLC 62 RS EU orMLC 62 RS MKLeft Side PanelFigure 32. USB Port Connection for MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 R
4. Click Next. On the next screen, make sure that the Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button is selected, then click Next. (Yo
IR LearningThe IR learning transceiver sensor on the MLC front or left side panel can receive and “learn” commands from the infrared remote controls o
Mounting the MLC 60 Series ControllersWhen the system has been cabled, configured, and tested, the MLC can be installed in a wall or furniture. After
Mounting an MLC 62 D to a Decora Mounting BracketA one-gang, Decora style mounting bracket (“mud rings”) is provided with the MLC 62 D models. If desi
Mounting the MLC 64 RS VC DMounting an MLC 64 RS VC D to an electrical junction boxCAUTION: Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.1. Mou
Conventions Used in this GuideNotificationsIn this user guide, the following are used:CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or
Mounting an MLC 64 RS VC D to a Decora Mounting BracketA two-gang Decora mounting bracket is provided with the MLC 64. To mount the MLC 64 to this typ
Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU and the MLC 62 RS MKCAUTION: Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.To mount the MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK t
Wall BoxWallMetal BracketFrameMLC 62 MKVOLUMEDISPLAYMUTELAPTOPOFFONPCVIDEOFigure 42. Mounting the MLC 62 RS MK to an External Electrical Box Mounting
To mount the MLC EU to a raceway using the spacer:1. Mount the electrical box in the raceway. 2. Attach the spacer to the electrical box using two o
Accessing Covered Panel Features After MountingAfter the MLC is installed in the mounting surface, you can still access the covered front panel featur
ExtronExtronInsert to line.VOLUMEDISPLAYOFFONVIDEOPCMUTELAPTOPFigure 45. Inserting the Removal Tool in an MLC 62 EU2. Press the removal tool inward
Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button If it becomes necessary to reset the MLC to its default factory firmware or to the default configuration sett
Software-based ConfigurationThis section describes basic procedures for setting up the MLC using the MLC 60 Series Windows-based configuration program.
Installing the Configuration SoftwareThe software is provided on a DVD that is delivered with your MLC unit. You can also download it free of charge f
3. On the Control Software screen, scroll to locate the MLC 60 Series, and click the Install link in the far right column.4. Follow the on-screen in
ContentsIntroduction ... 1About This Guide ... 1Abo
5. Select your MLC model from the Select Model drop-down menu.Figure 49. Add Device Window with Select Model Menu Displayed 6. Click OK.
The MLC 60 Series main window is divided into the following major sections (see the illustration on the previous page):a The device configuration tree
Obtaining Device DriversThe Extron drivers are control files (libraries) of commands created by Extron that are specific to a particular display devic
The Driver Subscriptions window opens. In the Available Drivers Subscription section, select the device types for which you want to download drivers.
4. Click Download. The Driver Subscriptions Download window opens, displaying all drivers that have been selected or previously downloaded to your co
Downloading Drivers from the DiscThe software DVD provided with the MLC contains the set of device drivers that are also available from the web. To lo
The MLC 60 Series Device Drivers screen opens, displaying a list of all available drivers for use with the MLC 60 Series controllers (see the example
NOTE: The DVD may contain additional drivers that became available after the current driver package was created. These new drivers may be on the DVD,
Downloading Drivers from the WebDrivers can also be obtained directly from the Extron website as follows:1. Visit the Extron website at www.extron.co
As you make each selection, the driver list below changes to display all available drivers meeting your selected criteria.Figure 60. Entering MLC 60
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SIS ControlThe MLC can be remotely controlled via a host computer or other control device that is attached to the MLC rear panel Host/Config port. You
Using the Command and Response TableThe Command and Response Table on the following pages lists valid ASCII command codes, the responses of the MLC to
X1@ = Name of the MLC device. May be up to 24 alphanumeric characters. The first character must be alphabetic; the last character cannot be
On the MLC 64, the LEDs are numbered as follows:LED Number LED Location1 Transmit red2 Transmit green3, 4, 5, 6 Four LEDs behind “Display” text7 Butto
Command and Response Table for SIS CommandsCommandASCII Command(Host to Unit)Response(Unit to Host)Additional DescriptionButton SelectionTrigger a but
CommandASCII Command(Host to Unit)Response(Unit to Host)Additional DescriptionRelay Functions (RS models only)Pulse relayX@*3*X# O Rly X@*X2# ]Set the
CommandASCII Command(Host to Unit)Response(Unit to Host)Additional DescriptionReset/EraseConfiguration resetE ZXXX }ZapXXX ]Reset the MLC configuration
CommandASCII Command(Host to Unit)Response(Unit to Host)Additional DescriptionQuery LED statusView LED statusE LC } X5) ] X5) is a 32-digit number, of
Reference InformationThis section contains the specifications for all models of the MLC and lists names and part numbers of included parts and optiona
Control — digital input monitoring port (RS models)Number/type ... 1 digital input (configurable)Connector ...
IntroductionThis section gives an overview of the guide and describes the MLC 60 Series MediaLink® Controllers and their features. Topics include:• A
MLC 62 RS EUMLC 62 RS EUFaceplate ... Fits the opening in a 1-gang EU, ts a Jung AS 500 wallplate or other European frame t
Product weightMLC 62 IR D, MLC 62 RS D ... 1.0 lb (0.5 kg)MLC 62 RS EU ... 1.0 lb (0.5 kg)MK models ...
MLC 64 RS VC D Specifications Control — host portsSerial control port ... 1 bidirectional RS-232 on a 3.5 mm captive screw co
GeneralPower supplyMLC 64 RS D ... External Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Output: 12 VDC, 1 A, 12.0 wattsRemote volume contr
MTBF ... 30,000 hoursWarranty ... 3 years parts and laborNOTES: •
Part Numbers and AccessoriesIncluded PartsThese items are included with the MLC 60 Series controllers:MLC 62 RS DIncluded Parts Replacement Part Numbe
MLC 62 RS EUIncluded Parts Replacement Part NumberMLC 62 RS EU MediaLink Controller (RAL9010 white) 60-1005-3512 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 12
MLC 64 RS VC DIncluded Parts Replacement Part NumberMLC 64 RS VC D MediaLink Controller 60-1182-0212 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C) 70-775-
AccessoriesThese optional items can be ordered separately:Accessories Part Number For ModelEnglish button kit (MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK models)
Extron WarrantyExtron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purc
MLC 62 RS MK — UK model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has a standard MK sized frame and fits into a standard one-gang MK
The five MLC models have the same button functionality and use the same configuration software. All models can be controlled by pressing the front pan
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