Extron electronic MLC 62 IR D Video Game Keyboard User Manual


 
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
panel displays via unidirectional RS-232. They also have an IR/S port, which can be
configured for IR or RS-232 control.
The MLC 62 IR D has only an IR port, which is used for IR communication only.
IR and RS-232 display drivers can be downloaded and used to configure the controller.
Relays (RS models) — Two relay ports enable control of room devices such as lights,
motorized screens, and projector lifts.
Digital Input (RS models) — A Digital Input port enables monitoring of a switch or
sensor to control devices.
IR Learning — The MLC can be configured by IR learning, using the remote control
of a switcher or display device to create an IR driver that enables the MLC to control
the device.
USB configuration port — The MLC can be congured via a USB mini B port,
located on the front or side panel (depending on the model). This port can also
temporarily provide power to the MLC during configuration.
Volume adjustment:
The MLC 62 models have individual Volume Up and Down buttons for audio level
control, with ve LEDs that indicate current audio settings.
The MLC 64 has a volume control module with an analog potentiometer knob to
control the audio level for an Extron amplier that is enabled for remote volume
control. The volume control module also contains a Mute button for muting and
unmuting the audio (this button cannot be reprogrammed).
NOTE: Only Extron amplifiers can be controlled via the MLC 64 volume
control module.
Macro capability — Each button can be congured to execute multiple actions
through the serial or IR control ports. For example, a button can be configured so that
a single press triggers commands to turn on a display, select the RGB input of the
display, and trigger a relay.
Toggling — Buttons can be placed in toggle mode, which adds exibility by enabling
two different sets of commands to be executed with alternating presses of the button.
Built-in speaker — A speaker provides audible feedback to confirm user actions
when buttons are pressed (except for the Mute button on the VCM module of the
MLC 64 RS VC D).
Inactivity timer for display shutoff — An adjustable timer controls automatic
shutdown after a specified period of inactivity.
Front panel security lockout — If the MLC is installed in an unsecured environment
where easy access is not desirable, a security lockout feature can be implemented to
lock out all front panel controls.
Activity LED — A small LED at the top of the MLC front panel lights red, green, or
amber to indicate button presses, data transfer, front panel lockout, and other actions.
Section 508 Compliant — The MLC meets or exceeds accessibility standards
for Electronic Information Technology. For more information about the
Extron Commitment to Accessibility, see the Extron Accessibility web page at
www.extron.com/company/article.aspx?id=accessibility.
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