ProLink.z
Quick Reference Guide
Installation & Operation
RJ-45 to DB-9 Pinout
IR output level
adjustments
Routable IR output
ports (6)
USB
Ethernet
IR/Sense input
Power
The included AC adapter should be connected to the POWER jack on the ProLink.z. Use only the supplied AC adapter to power the
ProLink.z. Using a different power adapter could result in damage to the unit or poor performance.
Adjusting IR Output level
The IR output level can be independently adjusted for each of the output ports. The ProLink.z is shipped with the IR gain set to the
optimum level for most equipment, and it should only need to be adjusted if the attached equipment is not responding reliably.
If adjustment is needed, rotate the IR output controls on the frontside of the unit clockwise for higher output power, or counter-
clockwise for lower output power.
USB Port
Used to program the ProLink.z and/or update its firmware.
Ethernet
This RJ-45 port allows connection to a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network (LAN) for programming control, and two-way communication
with compatible devices. Network settings such as the IP address are configurable within Pro Control Studio.
Connecting IR Emitters To Output Ports
The IR emitter ports on the ProLink.z are compatible with industry standard infrared emitters and connecting blocks. Each output
port is capable of driving up to four infrared emitters directly. More than four infrared emitters per port requires an amplified
connecting block. A connecting block can be wired up to 500 feet (150 meters) away from the unit using #22 AWG (minimum) wire.
The ProLink.z can be wall mounted (details below) or free standing.
Mounting Instructions
To mount to a wall, shelf, or cabinet use the enclosed mounting plate.
1 For best results, install the ProLink.z at least three (3) feet away from
cable or satellite equipment, WiFi enabled devices, TV’s, and/or any other
potential source of RF interference.
2 Level and anchor the mounting plate to desired wall, shelf, or cabinet by
using appropriate fasteners (four #6-32 3/4” flathead screws included) to
screw through the mounting plate fastener holes.
3
When mounting the ProLink.z, be certain to choose a safe location (e.g.
away from electrical junction boxes, circuit breakers, wet locations, etc.)
4 Affix the ProLink.z to the mounting plate by placing the channel locks
located on the rear of the unit over the channel lock clips located on the
front of the mounting plate. Slide the ProLink.z down until the channel
lock clips lock into place.
Mounting
Mounting Plate
Power
supply
Hinged canopy door
DB-9 Connector Pin Out
Pin Signal Signal
Name Description
1 DCD Carrier Detect
2 RXD Receive Data
3 TXD Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal
Ready
5 GND Signal Ground/
Common
6 DSR Data Set
Ready
7 RTS
Request To
Send
8 CTS
Clear To Send
9 NC
Not Connected
RJ-45 Connector Pin Out
Pin Signal Signal
Name Description
1 DSR
Data Set
Ready
2 DCD Carrier
Detect
3 DTR Data Terminal
Ready
4 GND Signal Ground/
Common
5 RXD Receive Data
6 TXD Transmit
Data
7 CTS
Clear To
Send
8 RTS
Request To
Send
Integrated
RS-232
ports (2)
Reset button
Sense Input
RJ-45 Connector Pin Out
Pin Signal
Description
1 Sense 1
2 Sense 2
3 IR-in (future use)
4 +12 VDC in/out
5 +12 VDC in/out
6 IR-in (future use)
7 Ground
8 Ground
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