MLC 52 Series MediaLink Controller • Introduction
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Introduction
About the MLC 52 Series
The Extron MediaLink™ Controller 52 (MLC 52) provides infrared (IR) and/or
RS-232 remote control of a projector or plasma display. It is an economical,
compact (one-gang or two-gang sized), easy-to-use controller for use with
audiovisual equipment in sites such as an elementary or high school classroom, or
a small conference room. The MLC 52 acts as a universal projector remote control
panel, providing control for a projector’s power, input selection, and volume. The
MLC 52 can be configured using three different methods:
•
IR Learning
•
IR data transfer (“beaming”) from another MLC 52
•
Using projector control drivers with the Windows
®
-based configuration
program
Features and Options
The MLC 52 is available in four models:
MLC 52 IR —
1-gang sized; controls the display device by IR.
MLC 52 RS —
1-gang sized; controls the display device by either IR or RS-232.
MLC 52 IR VC —
2-gang sized; controls the display device via IR. This model has
a volume control knob to control an Extron MPA Mini Power Amplifier
(purchased separately).
MLC 52 RS VC —
2-gang sized; controls the display device by either IR or RS-232.
This model has a volume control knob to control an Extron MPA Mini Power
Amplifier.
The terms “MLC,” “MLC 52,” and “controller” are used interchangeably in
this manual to refer to all four models of the MediaLink controller unit,
regardless of which faceplate is attached to it. The cabling, operation, and
setup are identical for both models; the models differ only in how they are
controlled.
Standard features
IR and RS-232 ports for universal projector control
— The MLC 52 has a
dedicated port for communicating with virtually any projector or display via
infrared (IR) signal. The MLC 52 RS models also have ports for
unidirectional RS-232 wired serial control. Projector control drivers can be
downloaded from the Extron Web site or created using the Windows
®
-based
control software program.
Discrete On and Off projector power controls
— These controls simplify system
operations and eliminate the need for a handheld IR projector remote.
Configurable, backlit buttons
— The configurable buttons can be set up to control
display power, volume, input selection, or any other IR or RS-232 command
supported by the display. The buttons are backlit and can be custom labeled,
offering easy operation for presenters in low-light environments.
Macro and toggle button modes
— Each button can be set to send out multiple IR
or serial commands. A button configured for macro mode can issue up to
four commands in sequence. A button configured for toggle mode can
sequence up to four different commands, sending out a different command
each time the button is pressed.
im Vertrieb von
CAMBOARD Electronics
www.camboard.de
Tel. 07131 911201
Fax 07131 911203