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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide

The Extron IPL Pro Series IP Link

Pro Control Processors integrate Ethernet connection into AV systems to allow users to

remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including display

devices and switchers. These control processors include an

embedded web server and support for

power over Ethernet (PoE). Depending on

the model, an IPLPro control processor can

include multiple bidirectional serial ports

for use in applications that require control

and monitoring of multiple devices within a

large-scale AV system.

This guide provides instructions for an experienced installer to install an IPLPro Series control processor and to create a

basic configuration. Configure the control processor using Extron Global Configurator software running in Global Configurator

Professional (GCProfessional) or Global Configurator Plus (GC Plus) mode. The IPL integrates seamlessly with Extron

GlobalViewer

Enterprise (GVE) software and the GlobalViewer web-based AV resource management for remote control

applications. These control processors support multiple TouchLink

Pro touchpanel interfaces over a standard Ethernet network.

Global Configurator and other useful software applications are available at www.extron.com.

Setup Checklist: How to Proceed With Installation

Get Ready

 Familiarize yourself with the features of the control processor (see Front Panel Features on page3 and Rear Panel

Features on page3) and of any TouchLinkPro touchpanels that will be part of the system.

 Download and install the latest version of the following:

• Global Configurator (GC) software — for setting up and configuring the control processor. GCProfessional and

GCPlus modes include the Toolbelt feature and a way to upgrade the firmware of the control processor if the need

arises.

• IPLinkPro device drivers — for use with GC, to make control of other devices possible

• GUI Designer software — for designing layouts for Extron TouchLinkPro touchpanels and third party touch interfaces

All are avail able from www.extron.com (see Locating Software, Firmware, and Driver Files on the Extron Website on

page6).

 Obtain network information for the unit from the network administrator. You will need the following details for each IPLinkPro

device:

 DHCP setting (on or off)  Subnet mask  User name

 Device (IPCP Pro, TouchlinkPro, IPLPro) IP address  Gateway IP address  Passwords

 Write down the MAC addresses of each IPLinkPro device to be used.

 Obtain model names and setup information for devices the IPL will control.

Mount and Cable All Devices

 Mount the unit to a rack or furniture (see Mounting on page3).

 Cable devices to the control processor (see Cabling and Features on page 4).

 Connect power cords and power on all the devices.

Set up the Control Processor and Touchpanels for Network Communication

 Connect the PC that you will use for setup, the control processor, and touchpanels to the same Ethernet subnetwork.

For control processor LAN connections, see Control - LAN (Ethernet) on page5.

 Start Global Configurator and use the Toolbelt feature of the software to set the IP address, subnet, gateway IP address,

DHCP status, and related settings. See the flowchart in Network Communication Setup on page2.

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products that include these ports.

, relays, IR/serial ports, or contact input ports

Reserve this text for release with “day 2” or “day 3” products that include IR ports.

• , IR LearnerPro (for creating IR driver files using the remote controls

of AV products if drivers are not already available from Extron),

Summary of content (8 pages)

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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Configure the Control Processor and Touchpanels The most basic steps are outlined below in the recommended order. NOTE: See the Global Configurator Help file and GUI Designer Help file as needed for step-by-step instructions and detailed information. The help file for GC includes an introduction to the software and how to start a project and configuration.
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Mounting Securely mount the control processor and other devices and attach cables using the wiring section (Cabling and Features on page 4) as a wiring guide. Optional 1U rack shelves and furniture mounting bracket kits are available for use with the control processor. Read the instructions and UL guidelines that come with the rack shelf or mounting kit for installation procedures. See the product-specific page at www.extron.com for a list of compatible accessories for mounting your control processor.
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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Cabling and Features Attach cables using the following wiring diagrams as a guide. Full details are available in the IPL Pro Series User Guide. ATTENTION: Installation and service must be performed by experienced personnel. ATTENTION: L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués par du personnel expérimenté. Power ATTENTION: POWER 12V X.XA MAX Power Input, External Power Supply • Connect to included 12 VDC power supply. 3/16" (5 mm) Max.
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Control — Serial (COM) Rear Panels Front Panels Serial (COM) Ports COM 1 5-pole COM COM 4 Tx Rx G RTSCTS COM Select protocol via software. COM port default protocol: • 9600 baud • 8 data bits • 1 stop bit • no parity • no flow control (RS-232, RS-422*, RS-485*) *See the Serial Options table for which port supports which standards. Tx Rx G RTSCTS RTS CTS Tx Rx 1 NOTE: The 5-pole COM ports support both hardware and software flow control.
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IPL Pro Series • Setup Guide (Continued) About Global Configurator (with GC Professional and GC Plus Modes) What The Software Does Global Configurator is the software tool for network setup and configuration of an IPL Pro control processor. Global Configurator: • Loads device drivers for monitoring the status of and controlling devices within the AV system. • Uploads GUI Designer layouts to touchpanels and third party touch interfaces.
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Overall Configuration Procedure for the Control Processor Within Global Configurator (GC Professional or GC Plus mode): See “Network Communication Setup” in this guide. Configure the IP settings of the control processor and the TouchLink Pro touchpanels. Create a new GC Professional or GC Plus project and add the control processor to it. No Will TouchLink Pro or third party touchpanels or other user interfaces be used? Yes Create GUI layouts for the touchpanels or other interfaces: 1.
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