Extron electronics IP Link IPL T S Series User manual

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IP LInk
nOne, two, four, or six serial ports
nEnables Web-based A/V
asset management
nIntegral high performance
Web server
nSupport for industry standard
Ethernet protocols
nSimultaneous multi-user support
nE-mail capabilities enable
proactive support
nMultiple levels of access with
password protection
nFree, easy-to-use configuration
utility
nExtensive library of device drivers
nInternal real-time clock
nPlenum rated enclosure, excluding
external power supply
IPL T S Series
The Extron IPL T S1, IPL T S2, IPL T S4, and IPL T S6 are compact Ethernet
control interfaces that feature an integral high performance Web server, enabling
almost any serially controlled A/V device to be managed and monitored over an
existing high speed Local Area Network, Wide Area Network, or the Internet.
ETHERNET CONTROL INTERFACES
IPL T S2
IPL T S6
IPL T S1
IPL T S4

DescriPtion FeatUres
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RS-232 RS-422 RS-485PORT TYPE
IPL T S1
IPL T S2
IPL T S4
IPL T S6
MODEL
IPL T S Models
9-pin
D Sub
Captive
Screw
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Extron IPL T S Series Ethernet control interfaces add IP network
connectivity to A/V devices using their existing serial connections.
The IPL T S Series uses Extron’s exclusive IP Link®technology, a high
performance intelligent network solution specifically engineered
to meet the needs of professional A/V environments, from large
universities and businesses to small home installations. The IPL T S
Series gives users the ability to remotely and proactively monitor and
troubleshoot projectors, plasma displays, switchers, and other serially
controlled products. IP Link interfaces enable serially controlled A/V
products to be managed and supported using a networked computer
running Internet Explorer 6.0 or later.
At its core, each IP Link Ethernet control interface is a small, high
performance Web server with robust computing power. Each one
contains a very fast processor, with a latency, or delay, of less than
one millisecond from the time it receives a command to the time it
acts on that command. As a result, Web pages are served many times
faster than similar products, so data is refreshed at a consistently
high speed. The core technology and high performance architecture
of IP Link interfaces makes them ideal for implementing A/V system
management over the most widely available transport medium today,
the corporate IP network.
Proactive Service and Security
Proactive service, support, and preventive maintenance are also possible
with IP Link. With e-mail notification, technical support administrators
can receive failure and service messages through an e-mail enabled cell
phone, PDA, pager, or Internet e-mail account. For secure installations
that do not allow Internet access, online monitoring can still be
performed proactively. Within an existing secure infrastructure, e-mail
notification of failures and repairs is possible without compromising the
security of the A/V systems and facility.
GlobalViewer™Web-based Asset Management Application
Extron GlobalViewer software is the free, Web-based asset
management and control application designed specifically for IP Link
ethernet control interfaces. GlobalViewer enables asset management
functions that include proactive maintenance, event scheduling,
remote technical support, and theft alerts.
Control Screen
Control basic functions such as
power, volume, and inputs.
Monitor Screen
Monitor power and projec-
tor lamp hours.
Schedule Screen
Conveniently schedule trouble-
shooting, automatic monitoring,
or system power.
Centralize management of all A/V
equipment in the building or all
over the world.
Intuitive interface
makes operations
easier.
n Bi-directional serial ports – Each interface features one, two, four, or six
serial ports that can control serial devices directly.
nSerial port pass-through – Two-, four-, and six-port models can be
configured for pass-through mode. When configured for pass-through
mode, each pair of ports on the interface can pass through commands and
control a single device.
nEnables Web-based A/V asset management – When used with
GlobalViewer software, IP Link interfaces provide a powerful, flexible way
to manage, monitor, and control both Extron and third-party equipment
like projectors, flat-panel displays, monitors, VCRs, DVD players, and other
devices using a standard TCP/IP network.
n Integral high performance Web server – Each IP Link interface features
a built-in Web server with memory available for storing the Global Viewer
Web-based management application and any user customized web pages.
n Support for industry standard Ethernet protocols – All IP Link models
use industry standard Ethernet communication protocols, including ARP,
DHCP, ICMP, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, Telnet, HTTP, and SMTP.
n Simultaneous multi-user support – Each IP Link device supports multiple
concurrent users, improving system throughput.
nE-mail capabilities enable proactive support – With e-mail notification,
technical support administrators can receive failure and service
messages through an e-mail enabled cell phone, PDA, pager, or
Internet e-mail account.
n Multiple levels of access with password protection – User access
level authorizes limited entry to only pre-designated functions, while
administrator access level permits full access to advanced settings.
nFree, easy-to-use configuration utility – Global Configurator software, a
free Windows® based configuration utility, makes product setup simple and
intuitive – no programming knowledge is required.
n Extensive library of device drivers – Device drivers allow Extron products
to control various display and source devices such as projectors, flat-panel
displays, and DVD players. Extron has produced thousands of fully tested
and uniformly modeled RS-232 and IR device drivers.
n Internal real-time clock – Programmable operating alerts, sequencing,
and automatic monitoring, together with the real-time clock and calendar,
allow IP Link interfaces to routinely check configured devices.
nPlenum rated enclosure, excluding external power supply
Web pages can be customized and
tailored to meet customer needs and
facilitate functionality.
* The IPL T S2 includes two captive screw serial ports that are connected in parallel with the 9-pin
serial ports.
** The captive screw ports on the IPL T S6 are only compatible with RS-232 serial communication.

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Help Desk
Remote Device and Room Control
Remote Device monitoring, scheduling and
control using Global Viewer Web-based
asset management application
The role of the technical administrator in today’s schools and
businesses has expanded to include management and maintenance
of A/V devices from multiple manufacturers, often spread out over
great distances. IP Link®makes it easier to integrate A/V systems into
existing IP networks, providing Web-based monitoring and control
that unifies A/V equipment under a single graphical user interface.
The Extron IPL T S1, IPL T S2, IPL T S4, and IPL T S6 use Extron’s
exclusive IP Link technology, a high performance intelligent network
solution specifically engineered to meet the needs of professional
A/V environments, from large universities and businesses, to small
presentation environments.
Centralized Asset Management and Monitoring
Using IP Link hardware along with the GlobalViewer Web-based asset
management application, a technical administrator can track the
activity and status of all connected A/V devices. Multiple rooms of
equipment can be viewed simultaneously, by location or device type.
IP Link makes up-to-the-minute data available, such as serial numbers,
maintenance history, usage data, current status, and installed
firmware, all viewable from any computer on the network. With
IP Link’s e-mail functionality, accessed via the Global Viewer, devices
can be configured to proactively manage themselves. For instance,
a projector can be polled routinely to track lamp usage and total life
time. When lamp usage reaches a predetermined number of hours,
the IP Link interface can send an e-mail, reminding technicians to
replace the lamp.
Automated Scheduling
IP Link interfaces include a real-time clock and calendar, allowing
an administrator to program operating alerts, schedule routine
equipment activity, or run maintenance checks on lamp hours,
environmental conditions, connectivity, and other issues vital to
operations. For instance, an administrator may want to configure
projectors and other devices to power on or off at preset times.
User-defined tasks are easy to configure and schedule with IP Link.
Scheduling tasks and setting up e-mail reminders is simple and
straightforward and doesn’t require high-level programming skills. Remote Technical Support
One of the biggest challenges facing technical administrators today
is meeting the ever-growing demands for technical support with
limited support staff. IP Link extends the support staff’s reach, giving
technicians the power to troubleshoot and solve many typical
problems remotely. With access to real-time A/V device status like
power on or off and current input selection technicians can often
restore system operation in minutes. The result is time saved and a
reduced level of frustration for users of the technology.
System Security and Loss Prevention
IP Link interfaces are always on and routinely poll their connected
devices for status information. If a serially controlled device like
a projector or document camera is physically disconnected from
the network, the IP Link interface monitoring its status will know
immediately. In such an event, the IP Link interface can be configured
to send an e-mail message notifying security personnel of the problem.
GlobalViewer is the Web-based asset management and control application supplied
with every IP Link®-enabled product.
The Control Screen allows you to remotely control many functions, including volume,
power, input source, and more.

sPeciFications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
EthErnEt control intErfacE
Connectors ..................................... 1 RJ-45 female connector
Data rate......................................... 10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with
autodetect
Protocols......................................... ARP, DHCP, ICMP (ping), TCP/IP, UDP/
IP, Telnet, HTTP, SMTP
Default settings ............................... Link speed and duplex level =
autodetected
IP address = 192.168.254.254
Subnet mask = 255.255.0.0
Gateway = 0.0.0.0
DHCP = off
Web server
IPL T S1........................................ Up to 200 simultaneous sessions
1.25 MB nonvolatile user memory
All other models........................... Up to 200 simultaneous sessions
7.25 MB nonvolatile user memory
Program control.............................. Extron’s Simple Instruction Set (SIS
™
)
Global Viewer requirements ............ Microsoft
®
Internet Explorer ver. 6 or
higher
SErial control intErfacE
Quantity/type
IPL T S1........................................ 1 RS-232-only
IPL T S2........................................ 2 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 configurable
serial
IPL T S4........................................ 4 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 configurable
serial
IPL T S6........................................ 2 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 configurable
serial
4 RS-232-only
Connectors
IPL T S1........................................ (1) 9-pin male D
IPL T S2........................................ (2) 9-pin male D and (1) 3.5 mm
captive screw connector, 5 pole
IPL T S4........................................ (4) 9-pin male D
IPL T S6........................................ (2) 9-pin male D and (1) 3.5 mm
captive screw connector, 10 pole
Baud rate and protocol ................... 300 to 115200 baud
Default settings (adjustable): 9600
baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Pin configurations
Serial, 9-pin D (IPL T S1)
RS 232 ...................................... 2 = RX, 3 = TX, 5 = GND, 7 = RTS,
8 = CTS
Serial, 9-pin D (IPL T S2, IPL T S4)
RS 232 (default) ......................... 2 = RX, 3 = TX, 5 = GND, 7 = RTS,
8 = CTS
RS 422 ....................................... 2 = RX-, 3 = TX-, 5 = GND, 7 = TX+,
8 = RX+
RS 485 ....................................... 2&3 (tied together) = data-,
5 = GND, 7&8 (tied together) = data+
Serial, 5-pole captive screw (IPL T S2)
COM1: pin 1 = TX, 2 = RX, 3 = GND
COM2: pin 4 = TX, 5 = RX, 3 = GND
Serial, 10-pole captive screw (IPL T S6)
COM3: pin 1 = TX, 2 = RX, 3 = GND
COM4: pin 4 = TX, 5 = RX, 3 = GND
COM5: pin 6 = TX, 7 = RX, 8 = GND
COM6: pin 9 = TX, 10 = RX, 8 = GND
GEnEral
Power ............................................ Supplied by an included external
power supply.
External power supply..................... 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz,
external, autoswitchable; to 12 VDC,
1 A, regulated
Power input requirements............... 12 VDC, 0.5 A
Temperature/humidity .................... Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to
+70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to
+50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Rack mount..................................... Yes, with optional 1U rack shelf, part
#60-190-01, or the VersaTools
®
rack
shelf, part #60-190-20; also under-
furniture mountable with optional
brackets #70-212-01or projector
mountable with optional brackets
#70-217-01/70-077-04
Enclosure type................................. Metal
Enclosure dimensions
IPL T S1........................................... 1.0" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D (1U high,
quarter rack wide) 2.5 cm H x
10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D (Depth
excludes connectors.)
All other models.............................. 1.7" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D (1U high,
quarter rack wide) 4.3 cm H x
10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D
(Depth excludes connectors.)
Product weight ............................... 0.7 lbs (0.3 kg)
Shipping weight ............................. 2 lbs (1 kg)
Vibration ........................................ ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe
Transit Association)
Listings............................................ UL, CUL
Compliances ................................... CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, AS/NZS, ICES
MTBF .............................................. 30,000 hours
Warranty ........................................ 3 years parts and labor
NOTE: All nominal levels are at ±10%.
Model Version Description Part Number
IPL T S1 One Serial Port ........................................... 60-801-01
IPL T S2 Two Serial Ports .......................................... 60-544-81
IPL T S4 Four Serial Ports.......................................... 60-544-83
IPL T S6 Six Serial Ports ............................................ 60-544-84
Optional Accessories
RSF 123 Rack Shelf Kit.............................................. 60-190-20
RSU 129 Universal Rack Shelf Kit............................... 60-190-01
MBU 125 Under-Desk Mount Kit................................ 70-077-01
PMK 100 Mini Projector Mount Kit ............................ 70-217-01

Panel Drawings
COM 1
LAN
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
COM1
TX RX TX RX
COM2
COM 2
IPL T S2
1
R
100
COM
TX
LINK
ACT
2
RX RTS CTS
COM 3
LAN
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
COM 4
COM 1
COM 2
IPL T S4
R
100
LINK
ACT
1
COM
TX
2
RX RTS CTS
3
TX
4
RX RTS CTS
COM 1
LAN
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
COM5
TX RX TX RX
COM6
COM3
TX RX TX RX
COM4
COM 2
IPL T S6
R
100
LINK
ACT
1
COM
TX
2
RX RTS CTS
3
COM
TX
4
5
6
RX
TX RX
12V
0.5A MAX
LAN
COM1
IPL T S1
COM
TX
RX
RTS
CTS
R
IPL T S2 - Front IPL T S2 - Back
IPL T S4 - Front IPL T S4 - Back
IPL T S6 - Front IPL T S6 - Back
IPL T S1 - Front IPL T S1 - Back

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aPPlication Diagrams
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Ethernet
RS-232
Plasma Display
Remote User
Control &
Administrator
Monitoring
Extron
IPL T S1
Ethernet Control
Interface with
GlobalViewer™
software
RS-232
Plasma Display
Ethernet
Extron
IPL T S1
Ethernet Control
Interface with
GlobalViewer™
software
TCP/IP
Network
COM1
LAN
UID# 093012052
POWER
COM2
Lighting
Control
Ethernet
VCR
Remote User
Control &
Administrator
Monitoring
Projector
TCP/IP
Network
Extron
IPL T S6
Ethernet Control Interface
with GlobalViewer™ software
Projector
RS-232
CODEC
Document
Camera
RS-232
Extron
MLC 206
MediaLink Controller
DVD
player
Laptop
computer
Ethernet
RS-232
DVD
player
Laptop
computer VCR
Remote User
Control &
Administrator
Monitoring
Projector
TCP/IP
Network
Extron
IPL T S2
Ethernet Control
Interface with
GlobalViewer™
software Extron
MLC 206
MediaLink Controller
COM 3
LAN
UID# 093012052
POWER COM 2
COM 1
COM 2
Lighting
Control
Ethernet
RS-232
RS-232
DVDLaptop VCR
Remote User
Control &
Administrator
Monitoring
Projector
TCP/IP
Network
Extron
IPL T S4
Ethernet Control
Interface with
GlobalViewer
software
Extron
MLC 206
MediaLink Controller
Extron
VCR DVD Laptop
MLC 206
IPL T S1 IPL T S2
IPL T S4 IPL T S6
Configured for pass-through mode