Software-based
Configuration
This section describes basic procedures for setting up the MLC using the Extron MLC 55,
62 and 64 Series Windows-based Configuration Program. The following topics are
covered:
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About the MLC 55, 62 and 64 Series Configuration Program
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Downloading and Installing the Configuration Software
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Starting the Configuration Software
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For more detailed descriptions and additional configuration procedures, see the
configuration program help file.
About the MLC 55, 62 and 64 Series Configuration Program
An MLC controller must be configured in order for it to be able to control other devices.
The MLC 55, 62 and 64 Series Configuration Program enables you to set up the MLC
front panel buttons and rear panel ports and to update firmware. Using this software,
you can create configurations on your computer for your MLC and then upload them to
the computer via the MLC USB or Host/Config serial port. (The MLC does not have to be
connected to the computer while you are creating the configurations.) See the
section, beginning on page 8, for pin assignments and
other details on the configuration ports, and the configuration software help file to create
and upload the configurations.
NOTE:
Extron recommends configuring and controlling the MLC via the USB port.
This port can supply power to the MLC during the configuration process.
Computer System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for the computer on which you install the MLC
configuration program include:
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Intel Pentium III 1-GHz processor
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Microsoft Windows XP SP2 (32 bit) or Windows 7, 8.0, or 8.1 (64 bit)
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Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0
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512 MB of RAM
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50 MB of available hard disk space
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