Extron electronic Video Game Keyboard MLC 62 IR D User Manual

User Guide  
MediaLink®  
MLC 60 Series  
MediaLink Controllers  
68-2166-01 Rev. A  
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FCC Class A Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15  
of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.  
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment  
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which  
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.  
NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with  
the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.  
For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and  
related topics, click here.  
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Notifications  
In this user guide, the following are used:  
CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or data.  
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.  
TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.  
WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or  
other severe consequences.  
Software Commands  
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:  
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NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned  
in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O”  
represents the capital letter “o.”  
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font  
shown here:  
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C:\Program Files\Extron  
Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:  
ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t  
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX  
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are  
written in the font shown here:  
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Click the OKbutton.  
Copyright  
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Contents  
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Introduction  
This section gives an overview of the guide and describes the MLC 60 Series MediaLink®  
Controllers and their features. Topics include:  
About This Guide  
This guide provides detailed information and best practice recommendations about cabling  
and configuring the Extron MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers. It provides reference  
information about specifications, dimensions, and programming of the controllers.  
Throughout this guide the general terms “MLC” and “controller” are used interchangeably  
to refer to any MLC 60 Series controller. “MLC D models” applies to the MLC 62 RS D,  
MLC 62 IR D, and the MLC 64 RS VC D. “MLC 62” applies to all MLC 60 Series models  
except the MLC 64.  
About the MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers  
The Extron MLC 60 Series MediaLink Controllers are panels that control a wide range of  
audio/video systems in any classroom, meeting facility, or auditorium via RS-232 or IR. They  
act as extended remote control panels, featuring eight (optionally six) labeled backlit buttons  
for the MLC 62 models or six for the MLC 64 RS VC D. These buttons can be configured via  
the MLC Windows®-based configuration software to control power, input switching, and  
volume on a display device or switcher. If desired, you can replace these buttons with ones  
having different labels, which also are provided with the controller.  
The MLC 64 RS VC D model has, in addition to the configurable buttons, a volume control  
module containing an analog volume control knob and a Mute button. An Extron amplifier  
can be connected to this module for volume control via the MLC.  
All models can control a projector, display, or switcher via IR. In addition, the MLC 62 RS  
models can control display devices, switchers, and various other items such as lights, a  
projector lift, or a motorized screen via RS-232, IR, relays, or digital input.  
The MLC controllers are housed in secure, compact, one-gang and two-gang sized  
enclosures, which can be mounted on a wall or furniture, with or without an electrical  
junction box or mounting bracket.  
MLC Models  
MLC 62 IR D — US model. Controls devices by IR only; has a one-gang Decora® faceplate  
and fits in a one-gang US electrical box.  
MLC 62 RS D — US model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has a  
one-gang Decora faceplate and fits in a one-gang US electrical box.  
MLC 62 RS EU — European model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input;  
has a one-gang Jung frame and fits over a standard one-gang EU electrical box.  
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MLC 62 RS MK — UK model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input; has  
a standard MK sized frame and fits into a standard one-gang MK electrical box.  
MLC 64 RS VC D — US model. Controls devices by RS-232, IR, relays, and digital input;  
has a two-gang Decora faceplate and fits in a two-gang US electrical box. Contains a  
volume control module with an analog potentiometer for volume control of an Extron  
amplifier.  
NOTE: Only an Extron amplifier with remote volume control capability can be used  
with this model.  
DISPLAY  
ON  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
ON  
VOLUME  
OFF  
OFF  
PC  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
VIDEO  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
Extron  
MLC 62 IR D  
MLC 62 RS D  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
VOLUME  
VOLUME  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
Extron  
MLC 62 RS EU  
MLC 62 RS MK  
DISPLAY  
ON  
OFF  
VOLUME  
MUTE  
PC  
LAPTOP  
VIDEO  
AUX  
Extron  
MLC 64 RS VC D  
Figure 1. MLC 60 Series Models  
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The five MLC models have the same button functionality and use the same configuration  
software. All models can be controlled by pressing the front panel buttons or via a host  
device using RS-232 communication and simple ASCII commands (Simple Instruction Set,  
SIS). They differ from each other in the following ways:  
The MLC 62 IR D rear panel does not contain the Relay, Digital Input, or RS-232  
control ports that the RS models have.  
The MLC 64 front panel has seven buttons, one of which (the Mute button) is located  
below the Volume knob. This button is used only to mute and unmute the volume on  
an Extron amplifier and cannot be configured to perform other functions.  
Some front, side, and rear panel connectors are located in different places on the  
MLC RS D (US), EU (Europe), and MK (United Kingdom) models (see “Panels and  
Connectors” in the “Features, Cabling, and Operation” section).  
Faceplate alternatives  
The MLC 60 Series models are available with the following faceplate configurations:  
MLC 62 IR D: The US IR model is delivered with two six-button faceplates in black and  
white. One black and one white Decora wallplate are also provided. An eight-button  
faceplate is available to order.  
MLC 62 RS D: The US RS-232 model is delivered with two eight-button faceplates  
in black and white. One black and one white Decora wallplate are also provided. A  
six-button faceplate is available to order.  
MLC 62 RS EU: The European model is delivered with six-button and eight-button  
faceplates, both in RAL9010 white.  
MLC 62 RS MK: The UK model is delivered with six-button and eight-button  
faceplates, both in white.  
MLC 64 RS VC D: The MLC 64 is delivered with seven-button faceplates in black and  
white.  
Features  
Some of the features of MLC 60 Series include:  
Customizable buttons — Eight buttons are standard on the MLC 62 RS models,  
prelabeled as shown in figure 1 on the previous page. The MLC 62 IR D has six  
prelabeled buttons, and the MLC 64 RS VC D has seven.  
An additional set of prelabeled buttons is included with each model, enabling the  
controller to be customized to suit the application.  
Additional buttons are available to order for all models, labeled in English (the default)  
and other languages. Buttons can be ordered with custom labeling as well.  
Button backlighting — The front panel buttons are backlit to facilitate use in  
low-light environments and to provide certain status (such as whether power is on or  
off, or which input has been selected).  
Alternative six-button configuration (MLC 62 RS models only) — For  
applications in which input device or button functions are not necessary, the standard  
eight-button faceplate on the MLC 62 RS can be replaced with a six-button one. Each  
pair of source selection buttons can be changed to a long, single function button.  
Device drivers — A wide variety of Extron certified, ready-to-use device drivers are  
available via the MLC configuration software, the provided MLC software disk, and  
the Extron website (www.extron.com).  
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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 configured 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 five 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 amplifier 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 configured 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 flexibility 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  
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MLC Configuration Software  
The included MLC Configuration Program is used to configure the MLC buttons and  
ports via an RS-232 or USB connection. This software, provided on a DVD that is  
delivered with the product, enables you to set functions for the front panel buttons  
and to configure the MLC ports in order to control devices via the MLC. The software  
works in combination with the IR or RS-232 drivers, also provided with the MLC on  
“Software-based Configuration” section to access this program).  
Device Drivers  
The MLC can control a switcher, projector, or other display device via IR or RS-232  
communication. The MLC must have drivers loaded for the devices it will control in order  
to send commands to those devices. Drivers can be obtained in the following ways:  
You can install IR or an RS-232 driver files from a disk, download them from the  
Extron website (www.extron.com), or download them from Extron via the driver  
subscription feature within the Windows-based configuration program. The drivers  
are saved on your computer in a folder located at c:\DocumentsandSettings\  
AllUsers\SharedDocuments\Extron\Driver2(Windows XP) or c:\Users\  
Public\Documents\Extron\Driver2(Windows 7). You can upload the desired  
drivers to the MLC using the MLC configuration software.  
You can capture IR commands from the IR remote control of a device through  
IR Learning using the MLC configuration program to create a driver that the MLC  
can use. When a driver is created, it can be added to the configuration program so  
that the commands can be used to configure the MLC to control the device (see the  
MLC 60 Series help to configure the MLC using IR Learning).  
Application Diagrams  
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ON  
VOLUME  
Relay  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
RS-232 or  
IR Projector  
Control  
PC  
LAPTOP  
RS-232  
Switcher  
Control  
Extron  
MLC 62 RS D  
MediaLink Controller  
Screen  
Control  
VGA  
Video  
Projector  
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Extron  
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Audio  
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MediaLink® Switcher  
VGA  
VGA  
VGA  
Extron  
Audio  
SI 3  
Video  
Surface-Mount  
Speakers  
Laptop  
w/ Audio  
PC  
DVD/VCR  
Figure 2. MLC 62 RS D Controlling an MLS 304 SA Switcher and a Projector  
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IR Projector Control  
Projector with  
Internal Speakers  
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DISPLA  
OF  
F
ON  
VOLUME  
PC  
O
VGA  
VIDE  
Audio  
Video  
Audio  
Extron  
MLC 62 IR D  
MediaLink Controller  
IR Display Control  
On/Off Control  
Input Switching  
Volume Control  
PC  
DVD  
Figure 3. MLC 62 IR D Controlling a Projector  
PC  
Audio  
RS-232  
Display Control  
VGA  
Audio  
Y
A
DVD  
DISPL  
ON  
F
Video  
OF  
VOLUME  
Audio  
Laptop  
VGA  
O
VIDE  
Relay  
PC  
MUTE  
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LAPTO  
Projector  
with Switched  
Audio Output  
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BASS  
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MPLIFIE  
Extron  
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Extron  
STEREO  
MINI POWER  
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MONO  
LIMITERF  
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MLC 62 RS EU  
SI 3  
Surface-Mount  
Speakers  
Screen  
Control  
Extron  
MediaLink® Controller  
MPA 122  
Mini Power  
Amplifier  
Figure 4. MLC 62 RS EU Controlling a Projector and Screen  
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PC  
RS-232  
Display Control  
Audio  
Volume Control  
VGA  
Audio  
DVD  
Video  
Laptop  
Audio  
VOLUME  
MUTE  
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DISPL
Projector  
with Switched  
Audio Output  
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VGA  
ON  
PC  
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LAPTO  
VIDEO  
S-video  
Relay  
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Camera  
Screen  
Control  
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MediaLink Controller  
Extron  
SI 3  
Surface-Mount  
Speakers  
Figure 5. MLC 64 RS VC D Controlling a Projector and Screen  
System Requirements  
The minimum PC system requirements for installing the configuration software include:  
Intel® Pentium® III 1-GHz processor  
Microsoft® Windows XP SP2 and Windows 7  
Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0  
512 MB of RAM  
50 MB of available hard disk space  
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Features,  
Installation, and  
Operation  
This section describes the front, side, and rear panel features of the five MLC models, and  
provides procedures for installing and operating them. Topics include:  
Installation Overview  
1. Prepare the installation site as follows:  
a. Measure and cut the hole in the mounting surface.  
b. Prepare and pull the cables through the electrical box or mounting bracket.  
c. Install the electrical box or mounting bracket. (Installation instructions for the  
electrical box are provided with it.)  
2. (Optional) Make any desired changes to the buttons installed in the faceplate,  
substituting any of the provided additional buttons (see Replacing Buttons, later in  
this section).  
NOTE: The Mute button on the MLC 64 volume control module cannot be  
configured.  
3. Attach the cables to the rear panel connectors of the MLC and to the display device  
or switcher. Attach optional IR Emitters if used, and any switches or sensors needed  
for other room devices, such as lights, a motorized screen, and so forth). See the  
following sections as needed for cabling information:  
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4. Wire and connect the MLC power supply (see “Connecting Power to the MLC,”  
later in this section). Connect all other power cords and turn on all the devices,  
including the MLC.  
5. Connect a configuration cable from the computer to the MLC by doing either of the  
following:  
Connect a USB A to mini B cable to the MLC USB configuration port and to a USB  
port on your computer (see “Configuring the MLC via the USB Port,” later in  
this section).  
Connect an RS-232 cable to the provided 3-pole connector and connect it  
between the MLC Host/Config port and the computer serial port (see “Wiring  
the Host/Config Port,” later in this section).  
6. Download and install the MLC Configuration Program (see “Installing the  
Configuration Software,” in the “Software-based Configuration” section).  
7. Download or create drivers for the devices you will be connecting (see “Obtaining  
Device Drivers” or “Configuring Using IR Learning” in the “Software-based  
Configuration” section).  
8. Configure the MLC buttons and ports using the configuration program. (See the  
configuration program help file for these procedures. To access the help file, see  
Installing the Configuration Software” in the “Software Configuration and  
Control” section.)  
If you are configuring via the USB port, remove the USB cable when you are finished.  
9. Test the system: press the MLC buttons, watch the display, and listen to the audio  
output to determine whether the connected devices are responding correctly  
(powering on and off, switching inputs, and so forth). If not, ensure all devices are  
plugged in and receiving power. Check the cabling and make needed adjustments.  
10. Disconnect power from the MLC at the source and from all other devices in the  
system.  
11. Mount the MLC to the mounting surface, following the appropriate procedure for  
your MLC model, discussed later in this section:  
For MLC 62 D models, see “Mounting the MLC 62 D.”  
For MLC 62 RS EU and MK models, see “Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU and the  
MLC 62 RS MK.”  
For the MLC 64, see “Mounting the MLC 64 RS VC D.”  
12. Restore power to the MLC and to the connected devices.  
Front and Left Side Panels  
MLC D Front Panels  
The front panels of the MLC 62 RS D, the MLC 62 IR D, and MLC 64 models contain  
buttons and indicators that are visible and accessible after the MLC has been mounted.  
Other front panel controls and connectors are located behind the MLC wallplate and are  
not visible after mounting (see “Controls behind the wallplate,” later in this section).  
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The numbered callouts below apply to all the following MLC D front panel drawings.  
a
b
Activity LED  
d
e
f
g
h
Input Selection buttons i IR Learning sensor  
Display power On  
and Off Buttons  
Reset LED  
j
k
On button identification nub  
Reset button  
Mute button (MLC 64 only)  
c
Volume buttons and  
LEDs (MLC 62 models only)  
USB configuration port l Volume control knob  
MLC 64 RS VC D only)  
DIP switches  
MLC 62 D front panels  
By default, the MLC 62 RS D has eight front panel buttons, and the MLC 62 IR D has six.  
Both models also have indicator LEDs for volume and activity.  
1
DISPLAY  
ON  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
ON  
VOLUME  
OFF  
OFF  
2
3
10  
PC  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
4
4
VIDEO  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
Extron  
MLC 62 RS D  
MLC 62 IR D  
Figure 6. MLC 62 RS D and MLC 62 IR D Front Panels  
MLC 64 RS VC D front panel  
The MLC 64 RS VC D front panel contains seven buttons, an Activity LED, and a volume  
control knob.  
1
DISPLAY  
OFF  
ON  
2
4
VOLUME  
PC  
LAPTOP  
AUX  
12  
11  
MUTE  
VIDEO  
Extron  
Figure 7. MLC 64 RS VC D Front Panel  
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Controls behind the wallplate  
The front panels of the MLC D controllers contain some controls and connectors that are  
located behind the wallplate when the controller is mounted. To access these features that  
are covered during normal operation, you must remove the wallplate (see “Accessing the  
Covered MLC D Front Panel Features,” later in this section).  
5
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
OFF  
ON  
VOLUME  
OFF  
ON  
6
9
8
VOLUME  
PC  
LAPTOP  
VIDEO  
7
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
AUX  
Extron  
Extron  
MLC 62 RS D  
MLC 64 RS VC D  
Figure 8. MLC D Front Panel Controls Behind the Wallplate  
MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Front and Side Panels  
The MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK front panels contain the same buttons and  
indicators as the MLC 62 D models. Other connectors and controls are on the left side  
panel; to access these features, you must remove the MLC from the installation surface.  
When the MLC is removed, the wall frame is released from the mounting surface as  
well, leaving the metal mounting bracket in place (see “Accessing the MLC 62 RS EU  
and MLC 62 RS MK Side and Rear Panel Features,” later in this section, for removal  
procedures).  
1
DISPLAY  
ON  
OFF  
2
10  
VOLUME  
9
7
3
4
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
Front View  
Left Side View  
Figure 9. MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Front and Side Panels  
NOTE: The MLC 62 RS MK is the same size and has the same front and side panel  
features as the MLC 62 RS EU, with the exception of its larger wall frame,  
which fits over an MK electrical box.  
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Front panel features  
Activity LED — This bicolored LED lights green when the MLC front panel buttons  
are pressed. It blinks red while enabling front panel lockout (executive mode).  
a
Display power On and Off buttons — After configuring these buttons, use them  
to turn the connected display device or switcher on and off.  
b
The face of the On button contains a nub ( ), which helps you to identify the button  
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by touch. When the On button is pressed, it blinks rapidly while the connected device  
is warming up. When the Off button is pressed, it blinks slowly while the device  
is cooling down. When this delay period has elapsed, the power button that was  
pressed remains brightly lit.  
By default, only one of these two buttons can be selected (active) at once. Using the  
MLC configuration software, you can associate other functions and relays with each  
of these buttons (see the configuration software help file).  
Volume buttons and LEDs (MLC 62 models only) — Use these buttons to adjust  
the audio volume. Each Volume button flashes when pressed and continues to flash  
c
while being held.  
The volume indicator LEDs above the buttons give indications of change to the volume  
level as follows:  
When the RS-232 or IR/S port has been configured with a serial driver that  
contains a volume table, the five LEDs light in order from left to right to show  
volume level increments.  
If the current driver does not contain a volume table, the first two LEDs on the left  
blink each time the Volume Down button is pressed, and the last two LEDs on the  
right blink each time the Volume Up button is pressed, indicating a volume level  
decrement or increment.  
Input selection buttons — These buttons can be used to select the desired audio or  
video input for the connected device or for a variety of other functions. By default the  
buttons are set up as follows:  
d
MLC 62 RS models: Three of these buttons are set to input mode, meaning that  
they are a mutually exclusive group and only one of the buttons can be selected  
(active) at a time. The active input button remains brightly lit, while all other input  
buttons remain dimly lit. The fourth button, labeled Mute, is set in Toggle mode  
and is not grouped with the others.  
MLC 62 IR D: Two double-sized buttons are grouped in input mode and are  
mutually exclusive.  
MLC 64 RS: Four double-sized buttons are grouped in input mode and are  
mutually exclusive.  
You can change this button behavior by using the configuration software to change  
the operating mode of the button (see the MLC 60 Series configuration program help  
file for more information).  
Reset LED — Indicates the status of a reset in progress.  
e
f
Reset button — Press this reset button to initiate factory firmware or configuration  
resets (see “Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button,” later in this section).  
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USB configuration port — Connect a USB cable (USB A to mini B) between  
your computer and this port to configure the MLC via the configuration software  
and to update the firmware. This port can also provide power to the MLC during  
configuration.  
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NOTE: Do not use this port as the permanent power source for the MLC. It  
should be used for power only during button and port configuration.  
On the MLC D models, the USB port is located at the right edge of the front  
panel behind the wallplate. To access this port after installation, you must remove  
the wallplate from the unit.  
On the MLC 62 EU and MK, the USB port is located on the left side panel. To  
access this port after installation, you must detach the MLC from the installation  
surface.  
DIP switches — Reserved for future use  
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IR Learning sensor — This sensor enables the MLC to learn IR commands from the  
hand-held remote control of a display device or switcher. The IR-learned commands  
are used to create an IR driver, then configured to be played back with any button  
press (see “IR Learning,” later in this section).  
NOTE: Before performing IR Learning to create a driver, check to see if an Extron  
driver exists for your device (see “Obtaining Device Drivers” in the  
“Software-based Configuration” section).  
j On button Identification nub — Power On button face contains a raised nub that  
helps you to identify the On button by touch in a dark or dimly lit room.  
k Mute button (MLC 64 only) — Press this toggle button to mute and unmute the  
volume on the Extron amplifier connected to the volume control module.  
l Volume control knob (MLC 64 only) — Rotate this knob to increase or decrease the  
volume on the Extron amplifier connected to the volume control module.  
Buttons  
The front panel button illumination provides status on what the MLC is doing. The buttons  
are lit while the MLC has power. When a button has been pressed and is active or on, it  
lights brightly. While a button is inactive or off, it is lit dimly.  
When buttons are grouped together, only the button that is pressed lights brightly. The  
other buttons in the group remain dim. (See the configuration software help file for  
information on grouping buttons; see “Installing the Configuration Software” in the  
“Software Configuration and Control” section to obtain the software.)  
You can remove buttons and replace them with buttons having different labels. You can  
then configure the new buttons with the functions that their labels represent, using the  
configuration software (see the MLC 60 Series configuration program help file for detailed  
procedures for configuring the buttons).  
Each Display On/Off and input selection button can be set up to perform a sequence of  
several functions, which can be combinations of the following options:  
A driver operation — Execute an RS-232 or IR control command that is part of a  
device driver (for a projector, VCR, DVD player, switcher, and so forth).  
A relay operation — Execute a relay command to a room device such as a motorized  
screen or a projector lift.  
Setting a time delay — Insert delays between executed commands.  
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Setting the button flashing rate — Specify fast or slow flashing of a front panel  
button and the number of seconds the button flashes.  
NOTE: While a button is flashing, all other front panel buttons are disabled.  
A user-defined RS-232 operation — Issue a non-driver-associated RS-232 command  
(one that you programmed separately), such as an SIS command, via the IR/S or the  
RS-232 port.  
Button emulation — Initiate a series of button functions with a single button press.  
Rear Panel Features  
See the wiring and installation sections, later in this section, for connection information.  
GROUND  
GROUND  
1
Rx  
Tx  
1
2
3
Rx  
           H
HOST/  
                                                          G
CONFIG  
Tx  
GROUND  
1
IPNUT  
DIGTAL  
COMMON  
O
2
1
N/  
RLEAYS  
A
B
GROUND  
IR OUT  
S
GROUND  
Tx/IR  
4
5
6
IR  
4
6
I/R  
PROT  
PROT  
A
GROUND  
Tx  
R-S32  
PROT  
X
R
R
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
V
PW  
1V2  
PW  
12  
04.MAX  
04.MA  
MLC 62 RS D and MLC 64 RS D  
Rear Panel  
MLC 62 IR D Rear Panel  
Figure 10. MLC 60 Series D Models Rear Panels  
3
4
5
Tx/  
IR  
2
Tx  
1
C
PORT B PORT A  
IR/ S  
RS-232  
RELAYS  
N/O  
9
8
1
2
F I G C O N a x m A 4 . 0  
V 2 1  
T U P N I  
/ T S O H  
L A T I G I  
D
R
P W  
1
x R x T  
+
7
2
1
6
Figure 11. MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Rear Panel  
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a Host/Config port — This bidirectional RS-232 serial port can be used for  
configuration and firmware updates in the same way as the USB port ( in the  
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Front and Left Side Panels” section, earlier in this section). The baud rate is 9600  
bps. This port can be used as a backup for the USB Configuration port (although you  
cannot power a device through it).  
b Digital Input port (RS models only) — This port enables the MLC to monitor  
devices such as push buttons, switches, motion sensors, and moisture sensors and  
provides an additional way to trigger functions on the MLC. Connect a switch or a  
sensor to this 2-pole captive screw connector to initiate commands via the MLC to the  
display device, switcher, or other room devices such as lights or a motorized screen.  
c Relay ports (RS models only) — These relays allow control of room devices such as  
motorized screens, lights, and projector lifts. They are normally open relays and are  
rated at 24 V, 1 A. Low-power devices can be connected directly to the relay ports;  
devices requiring more than 24 V can be connected through a third-party low-voltage  
controller (LVC).  
d IR/S or IR port — This port provides unidirectional communication to control a  
switcher or a display via RS-232 or IR. For IR control, one or two IR emitters can be  
connected with a maximum of 50 feet (15 m) distance from port to emitter.  
RS models: On all MLC 60 Series RS models, this port is labeled “Port B IR/S.” It  
can be set up via the configuration software to send out unidirectional RS-232  
(the default) or IR commands. In the Configuration software, this port is called  
PortB(IR/S)  
MLC 62 IR D: On the IR-only model, this port is labeled “Port A IR” and issues  
only IR commands. In the Configuration software, this port is called PortA(IR).  
e RS-232 port (RS models only) — This serial port, labeled “Port A RS-232,” provides  
unidirectional communication to control a switcher or a display via RS-232. In the  
Configuration software, this port is called PortA(RS-232).  
f PWR (power) connector — Connect the supplied 12 VDC, 1 A power supply (or  
any other power supply capable of providing 12 VDC) to this 2-pole captive screw  
connector.  
CAUTIONS: The power supply must not be permanently fixed to the building  
structure or similar structures.  
The power supply must not be located within environmental air  
handling spaces or the wall cavity.  
The installation must be in accordance with the applicable  
provisions of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70,  
Article 725 and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Section 16.  
The power supply must be located within the same vicinity as  
the Extron AV processing equipment in an ordinary location,  
Pollution Degree 2, secured to a podium, a desk, or an equipment  
rack within a dedicated closet.  
Always use a power supply specified by Extron for the MLC. Use  
of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance  
certification and may cause damage to the supply and the MLC.  
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Rear Panel Features on MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Only  
The items listed in this section are located on the rear panel of the MLC 62 RS EU and the  
MLC 62 RS MK only. On the MLC D models, these items are on the front panel, behind the  
wallplate (see “Rear Panel Features” for the descriptions of features  
through ).  
a
f
Tx/  
IR  
2
Tx  
1
C
RELAYS  
N/O  
PORT B PORT A  
IR/ S  
RS-232  
9
8
1
2
x a m A 4 . 0  
V 2 1  
G I F N O C  
R x T x  
T U P N I  
H O S T /  
L A T I G I  
D
R
P W  
1
+
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Figure 12. Features on MLC 62 RS EU and the MLC 62 RS MK Rear Panels Only  
g Reset LED — Indicates the status of a reset in progress.  
Reset button — Press this reset button to initiate factory firmware or configuration  
i DreIsPetssw(sietceheRsesetRteinsegrvtehdefMorLfCutUurseinugsethe Reset Button,” later in this section).  
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MLC 64 RS VC D Volume Control Module Rear Panel  
The MLC 64 RS VC rear panel is illustrated below. The MLC module rear panel (right  
side as you view it from the back) has the same features as that of the MLC 62 RS D (see  
figure 11, earlier in this section).  
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Figure 13. MLC 64 RS VC D Rear Panel VCM Features  
j Volume control module connector (MLC 64 RS VC D only) — Connect an Extron  
amplifier to this 3-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector to enable volume and mute  
Only),” later in this section).  
NOTE: Use only Extron amplifiers with the MLC 64 RS VC D.  
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Installation  
The MLC 60 Series can be installed as listed below:  
The MLC 62 D models can be installed in a standard one-gang electrical wall box or a  
one-gang Decora mounting bracket (“mud ring”).  
The MLC 64 RS VC D can be installed a two-gang electrical box or mounting bracket.  
The MLC 62 RS EU can be installed in a standard one-gang EU junction box.  
The MLC 62 RS MK can be installed in a standard one-gang MK junction box.  
CAUTIONS: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel  
only. UL listed electrical boxes are recommended.  
Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.  
When stripping wires for use with the captive screw connectors, leave  
3/16 (5 mm) of bare wire to insert into the connector.  
Exposing more than 3/16 inch of the copper wires could allow the  
stripped wires to touch each other, causing a short circuit. This could  
result in the external DC power supply overheating and burning.  
Stripping the wires to expose less than the recommended amount  
may cause them to slide out of the connector too easily, even if they  
are tightly pinched by the captive screws.  
Removing and Replacing the Faceplates  
Each MLC model is delivered with a faceplate (bezel) attached. This faceplate can be  
removed if you want to replace any of the buttons or exchange the faceplate for another.  
Replacement kits containing six-button or eight-button faceplates and additional buttons  
can be ordered (see “Part Numbers and Accessories” in the “Reference Information”  
section or the Extron website at www.extron.com for information on parts that are  
provided or available to order for each MLC model).  
Removing and replacing an MLC D faceplate  
The MLC D models are delivered with a black faceplate attached. If desired, you can  
remove this faceplate and replace it with the white one that is also provided with the  
product. (Matching black and white Decora wallplates are also provided.)  
1. Remove the faceplate from the MLC D as follows:  
At the center top and bottom of the faceplate are tabs, which insert into slots on the  
MLC main board and hold the faceplate in place. For each tab:  
a. Insert the flat end of the provided Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver into  
the hole above or below the tab.  
b. Pressing each tab in and up, pry the top and bottom of the faceplate away from  
the board.  
See the illustration on the next page.  
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DISPLAY  
ON  
OFF  
VOLUME  
PC  
VIDEO  
Extron  
Figure 14. Removing the Faceplate (MLC 60 Series D Models)  
2. If you are switching faceplates, transfer the buttons from the faceplate you removed  
to the replacement one.  
3. Make any desired button changes (see “Replacing Buttons,” later in this section).  
4. To attach the faceplate, make sure that both the faceplate and the MLC board are  
upright and line up the pegs in upper-left and lower-right corners on the back of the  
faceplate with the two diagonal holes on the MLC board.  
5. Press the faceplate onto the board with the pegs in the holes until the tabs at the top  
and bottom of the faceplate snap into their slots on the board (see the illustration  
below).  
Insert tab on faceplate  
Insert peg  
into slot.  
on faceplate  
into hole.  
Tab  
Peg  
Y
DISPL
OFF  
ON  
VOLUME  
O
VIDE  
PC  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Insert peg  
on faceplate  
into hole.  
Figure 15. Attaching the Faceplate (MLC 60 Series D Models)  
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Removing and replacing the MLC 64 VCM module knob and  
faceplate  
The MLC 64 is provided with one black and one white VCM faceplate and volume control  
knob. You can change the faceplate, knob, or both on the volume control module as  
described in the following procedures.  
Replacing the MLC 64 volume control knob  
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the faceplate or the board from the wallplate  
in order to replace the knob.  
1. Rotate the knob to its lowest setting (the dot on the knob should be aligned with the  
bottom edge of the volume icon on the faceplate) to line up the notch in the edge  
of the knob with the notch in the edge of the hole in the faceplate, enabling you to  
access the hex screw on the knob.  
2. Insert the small Allen wrench (provided) into the opening created by the two notches,  
until it stops.  
3. Give the Allen wrench a one-half turn counterclockwise to loosen the hex screw  
holding the knob.  
Use Allen Wrench  
to Loosen Screw  
Turn Knob to  
Expose Screw  
M U T E  
V O L U M E  
Figure 16. Removing the Volume Knob  
4. Lift off the knob.  
5. Press the new knob onto the spindle of the VCM, making sure that the spindle is  
turned all the way to the left and that the dot on the knob is aligned with the bottom  
edge of the volume icon on the faceplate.  
6. Tighten the hex nut by inserting the Allen wrench and giving it one-half turn  
clockwise.  
Replacing the MLC 64 volume control module faceplate  
To change the faceplate on the MLC 64 volume control module, you must remove the  
volume control module from the wallplate.  
1. Remove the volume control knob from the faceplate (see “Replacing the MLC 64  
volume control knob,” steps 1 through 4, above).  
2. At the center top and bottom of the faceplate are tabs, which insert into slots on the  
VCM module board and hold its faceplate in place. For each tab:  
a. Insert the flat end of the provided Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver into  
the hole above or below the tab (see the illustration on the next page).  
b. Pressing each tab in and up, pry the top and bottom of the faceplate away from  
the board.  
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VOLUME  
MUTE  
Figure 17. Removing the MLC 64 Volume Control Module Faceplate  
3. Making sure that both the faceplate and the volume control module board are  
upright, line up the pegs in the upper-left and lower-right corners of the new  
faceplate with the holes in the board.  
4. Press the faceplate onto the board until the tabs at the top and bottom of the  
faceplate snap into their slots on the board.  
Removing and replacing the MLC 62 RS EU and MK faceplates  
The MLC 62 RS EU and MK are each provided with an eight-button and a six-button  
faceplate and matching wall frame. If desired, you can remove the faceplate to change  
buttons or to replace it with a different one.  
1. Remove the MLC 62 RS EU or MLC 62 RS MK faceplate as follows:  
a. On the right and left edges of the MLC faceplate are two pairs of slots, into which  
two small tabs on either side of the MLC fit. Insert the flat end of the provided  
Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver into one of the side slots.  
DISPLA  
ON  
Y
VOL
OFF  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Slot  
Figure 18. Removing the Faceplate (MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK)  
b. Press inward with the screwdriver until the tab snaps free of its slot.  
c. Repeat steps a and b for the other tab on the same side of the faceplate.  
d. Lift the faceplate up and off the MLC. If the faceplate does not come free of the  
MLC, repeat steps a through c for the two tabs on the other side of the unit.  
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2. If you are switching faceplates, transfer the buttons from the faceplate you removed  
to the replacement.  
3. Make any desired button replacements (see “Replacing Buttons,” below).  
4. Replace the faceplate as follows:  
a. Hold the MLC with its board against the back of the faceplate, aligning the two  
tabs on each side of the unit with the two slots on each side of the faceplate.  
DISPLA  
ON  
Y
Ridge on tab  
snaps into slot.  
VOL
OFF  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Slot  
Figure 19. Replacing the Faceplate (MLC 62 RS EU)  
b. Each tab has a ridge that must snap into a slot on the side of the MLC. Press the  
MLC into the faceplate until the tab ridges snap into their slots. Check to make  
sure that all four tabs are securely in place.  
Replacing Buttons  
Additional labeled buttons are provided with the MLC and are available to order from the  
Extron website at www.extron.com. These buttons can be used to replace the factory-  
installed buttons in the MLC faceplate.  
Each row of single-sized buttons is a single membrane. The entire membrane is removed,  
so that the buttons are replaced in rows. To replace buttons on the MLC:  
1. Remove the faceplate from the MLC (see “Removing and Replacing the  
Faceplate,” earlier in this section).  
2. From the front of the faceplate, press the button or button pair to be replaced back  
through its slot in the faceplate until the membrane containing the buttons is free.  
3. On the back of the faceplate, place the new button or row of buttons  
through the one or two slots in which they will be installed. Line up  
the two pegs in the upper-left and lower-right corners of the new  
MUTE  
button membrane (see the illustration at right) with the holes located  
LAPTOP  
at opposite corners of the empty pair of slots in the faceplate.  
Pegs (2)  
Figure 20. Replacing a Button Row  
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4. Press the two buttons into the faceplate until the pegs on the membrane are seated in  
the corresponding holes.  
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for any additional buttons that you want to replace, then  
reattach the faceplate.  
Wiring for RS-232 Control (RS Models Only)  
The MLC 60 Series RS models can send out RS-232 commands through the Port A  
RS-232 port (Port A) or the IR/S port (Port B) to control a display device or switcher that is  
connected to the port.  
Connecting to Port A RS-232  
Port A RS-232 is a unidirectional serial port to which you can connect a display device or  
switcher for control via RS-232 as follows:  
1. Connect the Rx pin on the display device or switcher to the Tx pin of Port A RS-232.  
2. Connect the ground pin of the output device to the MLC Ground pin.  
B
S
I/R  
PROT  
A
Ground (  
Transmit (Tx)  
)
Ground (  
Receive (Rx)  
)
GROUND  
Tx  
R-S32  
PROT  
R
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
V
PW  
12  
04.MAX  
Display Device  
MLC RS D Rear Panel  
Figure 21. Connecting a Display Device to Port A RS-232 of an MLC RS D  
Refer to the communication sheets for your device drivers for information on compatible  
baud rates and cabling type and distance. These communication sheets are accessed via  
the MLC configuration software and also on the Extron web page at www.extron.com,  
Downloadtab (see “Obtaining Device Drivers” in the “Software-based Configuration”  
section or the configuration program help file to view the communication sheets and  
download the device drivers).  
Connecting to Port B IR/S  
This port can be used for either IR or RS-232 unidirectional serial communication. To  
control a display device or switcher via RS-232 from this port, connect the device as  
follows:  
1. Connect the Rx pin on the display device or switcher to the Tx/IR pin of Port B IR/S.  
2. Connect the ground pin of the output device to the MLC Ground pin.  
O
N/  
RLEAYS  
B
Ground (  
Receive (Rx)  
)
Ground (  
Transmit (Tx/IR)  
)
S
GROUND  
Tx/IR  
I/R  
PROT  
A
GROUND  
Tx  
R-S32  
PROT  
X
Display Device  
R
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
V
PW  
12  
04.MA  
MLC RS D Rear Panel  
Figure 22. Connecting a Display Device to Port B IR/S of an MLC RS D  
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Wiring for IR Control  
To control devices via infrared (IR) commands from the MLC, connect one or two IR  
emitters to the IR/S port (RS models) or the IR port (IR model). The IR and IR/S ports provide  
unidirectional IR signal output to control a display, projector, switcher, or other device such  
as a VCR or DVD player.  
You can connect one or two single IR emitters or one dual IR emitter to the IR or IR/S port  
to control one or two devices. Because the MLC captive screw plugs have small openings  
that accept just one wire per pole, to connect two IR emitters to the MLC, insert one  
ground wire (black) and one IR signal wire (black with a white stripe) in the MLC 62 IR or  
IR/S port, then connect the IR emitters to those wires, as shown below.  
VCR  
(+)  
IR Signal  
(–)  
(–)  
(+)  
(–)  
Ground  
(+)  
IR Signal  
Ground  
(+)  
(–)  
DVD Player  
One Dual IR Emitter  
Black Wire  
Two Single IR Emitters  
Legend  
(–)  
Black Wire with White Stripe  
(+)  
Figure 23. IR Emitters for the MLC 60 Series  
For IR control, there can be a maximum of 50 feet (15 m) between the IR or IR/S port and  
the IR emitters.  
Example: The illustration on the next page shows a single IR emitter connected to the  
IR/S port of an MLC 62 RS D or an MLC 64 RS D.  
RLEAYS  
1
Ground (  
IR Signal  
)
B
S
GROUND  
Tx/IR  
I/R  
PROT  
IR Emitter  
A
GROUND  
Tx  
R-S32  
PROT  
X
R
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
PW  
1V2  
50'  
(15 m)  
04.MA  
MLC RS D Rear Panel  
Figure 24. Connecting an IR Emitter to the IR/S Port of an MLC RS D  
Wiring the Relays Port (RS Models Only)  
Connect one or two devices such as room lights, a projector lift, or a motorized screen  
(shown in the example on the next page) to the Relays port. This port accommodates two  
relay connections.  
To connect a device to one of the relay ports:  
1. Connect the ground wire of the device to pin 3 of the provided 3-pole captive screw  
connector.  
2. Connect the signal wire of the device to pin 1 or 2 of the 3-pole connector.  
3. Plug the 3-pole connector into the MLC 3-pole captive screw Relays port.  
Example: In the illustration on the next page, a low-voltage controller connected to a  
motorized screen has been wired to pins 2 and 3 of the provided 3-pole captive screw  
plug. When this connector is plugged into the rear panel Relays port, the device will  
be connected to the MLC relay port 2 (pins 2 and Common of the MLC 3-pole Relays  
connector).  
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Power  
Supply  
GROUND  
Rx  
Tx  
               H
CONFIG  
L
GROUND  
1
IPNUT  
DIGTA  
Pin:  
3
Ground (  
110/220 V  
)
Ground (  
Signal  
)
COMMON  
O
2
2
1
N/  
RLEAYS  
1
B
S
GROUND  
Tx/IR  
Low Voltage  
Screen Control  
I/R  
PROT  
Motorized  
Screen  
R-S32  
MLC RS D Rear Panel  
Figure 25. Connecting a Motorized Screen to the Relay Port of an MLC RS D  
To connect devices to both relay ports:  
1. Connect the ground wires of both devices to pin 3 of the provided 3-pole captive  
screw connector.  
2. Connect the signal wire of one device to pin 2 and the other device to pin 1 of the  
3-pole connector.  
3. Plug the 3-pole connector into the MLC Relays port.  
To define the operation of a relay and associate it with a button or a digital input, use the  
configuration software (see “Adding relays to buttons” or “Configuring the Digital  
Input Port” in the “Software-based Configuration” section or the configuration software  
help for setup procedures).  
Wiring the Digital Input Port (RS Models Only)  
The Digital Input port on the MLC rear panel lets you connect a switch or sensor to control  
other devices in the room that are connected to the MLC serial, IR, and relay ports. This  
port measures two states — high and low — of the connection between the switch or  
sensor and the connected device. The port accepts 0 to 24 VDC input. The threshold  
voltages are as follows: a voltage below 1.0 VDC is measured as logic low, and a voltage  
above 1.5 VDC is measured as logic high.  
There is also an internal, +5 VDC, selectable, pull-up resistor for this circuit. If a connected  
device does not have its own power source and will be powered through the controller,  
configure this port (via the MLC configuration software) with Input with Pullup as the  
digital input mode. If the connected device provides its own power, select Input for the  
digital input mode (see the MLC 60 Series Configuration Program Help File to select the  
digital input mode).  
In addition, you can program actions on this port, so that each time a high or low state is  
detected, one or more functions are performed. An example of this is front panel lockout,  
or executive mode (see the configuration software help file to configure the Digital Input  
port).  
To wire the Digital Input connector:  
1. Connect the ground port of the input device to pin 2 of a provided 2-pole captive  
screw connector.  
2. Connect the signal port of the input device to pin 1 of the captive screw connector.  
3. Plug the wired connector into the MLC rear panel Digital Input connector.  
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Example: The diagram below shows a two-position switch connected to the Digital Input  
port of an MLC 62 RS D.  
Two-position Switch  
GROUND  
Rx  
               H
CONFIG  
Tx  
Pin:  
2
1
L
Ground (  
)
GROUND  
1
Digital Input 1  
IPNUT  
DIGTA  
O
N/  
MLC RS D Rear Panel  
RLEAYS  
Figure 26. Connecting a Two-position Switch to the Digital Input Port  
Wiring the Host/Config Port  
The Host/Config port provides an alternative connection by which the MLC can be  
configured and controlled from a host device or computer. (The primary means of  
configuring the MLC is through the USB port; see “Configuring the MLC via the USB  
Port,” later in this section.) In addition, SIS commands can be issued through this port  
from the computer to control the MLC (see the “SIS Control” section).  
The RS-232 protocol for this connection is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, 8 data bits, no  
flow control.  
Use a female 9-pin to bare wire RS-232 cable or a universal control cable (such as  
UC 50', Extron part number 26-518-01, or UC 100', part number 26-518-02) to connect  
a Windows-based PC or an RS-232 control system to the MLC via this 3-pole, 3.5 mm  
captive screw connector as follows:  
1. Wire the RS-232 cable to one of the 3-pole captive screw plugs provided with the  
MLC, as follows:  
Receive wire to pin 1, which plugs into the Tx (transmit) port  
Transmit wire to pin 2, which plugs into the Rx (receive) port  
Ground wire to pin 3, which plugs into the _ (ground) port  
Pin:  
Ground (  
Transmit (Tx)  
Receive (Rx)  
)
5
3
2
Ground  
Receive  
Tx Transmit  
3
2
1
GROUND  
Rx  
Tx  
Rx  
              H
CONFIG  
L
GROUND  
1
IPNUT  
DIGTA  
COMMON  
O
9 pin HD  
Connector  
5
2
1
N/  
RLEAYS  
S
GROUND  
1
I/R  
MLC 62 RS D Rear Panel  
9
6
R-S32  
X
R
V
PW  
To RS-232 Port on Computer  
or Control System  
12  
02.MA  
Figure 27. Connecting a Host Computer or Control System to the  
Host/Config Port  
2. Plug the 3-pole connector into the Host/Config port on the MLC rear panel.  
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Wiring the Volume Control Module (MLC 64 RS VC D Only)  
Connect the remote volume control port of an Extron amplifier to the 3-pole captive screw  
connector on the rear panel of the MLC 64 volume control module, as shown in the figure  
below. No software configuration is required for this module.  
NOTES: Choose an Extron amplifier that is capable of remote volume control and  
muting. Not all Extron amplifiers have remote volume control ports. The  
MPA 122 or MPA 401 are examples of the type of amplifier to use.  
Use shielded cable for audio connections to avoid inducing noise.  
1. Wire a 3-pole captive screw connector (provided) to an audio cable as shown below:  
Vol/Mute  
10V  
Amplifier  
Rear Panel  
1
2
3
10 V  
Vol/Mute  
Ground  
A B C  
MLC 64 VCM  
Rear Panel  
Figure 28. Wiring the Volume Control Module  
In figure 28:  
A = ground  
B = Volume and mute control with DC voltage. The range is 0 to 10 V, where 0 V  
is mute and 10 V is maximum volume.  
C = 10 VDC reference voltage  
2. Plug the wired connector into the 3-pole captive screw connector on the rear panel of  
the MLC 64 volume control module.  
3. Connect the other end of the audio cable to an Extron amplifier that is capable of  
remote volume control (such as the XPA 1002).  
Connecting Power to the MLC  
See “fPWR (power) connector,” earlier in this section, for important cautions about  
power supplies. Connect the provided 12 VDC, 1 A power supply to the MLC as follows:  
1. Wire one of the supplied 2-pole captive screw connectors as shown below.  
Ridges  
Smooth  
A
A
SECTION A–A  
3/16” (5 mm) Max.  
Power Supply Output Cord  
Figure 29. Wiring the Power Connector  
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2. Plug the connector into the rear panel Pwr connector. In the example below, a power  
supply is being connected to the Pwr connector of an MLC 62 RS D.  
Tx/IR  
I/R  
A
GROUND  
Tx  
R-S32  
PROT  
X
GROUND  
+12 VDC  
Ground  
12 VDC Input  
R
V
             P
12  
04.MA  
MLC Rear Panel  
External  
Power Supply  
(12 VDC)  
Ground All Devices  
Figure 30. Connecting a Power Supply to an MLC  
Configuring the MLC via the USB Port  
The mini-Type B USB port can be used to configure the MLC via the configuration software  
and to update the firmware. This USB port also functions as a power source for the MLC  
during configuration.  
NOTE: Do not use this port as the permanent power source for the MLC. It should be  
used for power only during button and port configuration.  
1. If the MLC has already been installed, access the USB port as follows:  
MLC D models: Remove the wallplate from the unit to access the USB port,  
which is located on the front panel behind the wallplate (see “Accessing the  
Covered MLC D Front Panel Features,” later in this section).  
MLC 62 RS EU and MK: Remove the MLC from the installation surface to  
access the USB port, which is located on the left side panel (see “Accessing  
2. Connect a USB A to mini B cable between the USB configuration port and the USB  
port on your computer.  
DISPLAY  
Mini Type B  
Type A  
USB  
ON  
OFF  
USB  
Ports  
USB  
VOLUME  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
USB Cable  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
MLC 62 D Front Panel  
PC  
Figure 31. USB Port Connection for MLC D Models  
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Mini Type B  
Type A  
USB  
USB  
USB  
Ports  
USB Cable  
MLC 62 RS EU or  
MLC 62 RS MK  
Left Side Panel  
PC  
Figure 32. USB Port Connection for MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK  
3. If this is the first time you have connected an MLC to this USB port on your computer,  
the Found New Hardware Wizard opens. On the first screen, you can specify whether  
you want the computer to connect to Windows Update in order to search the web  
for the driver that it needs to communicate with the MLC via the USB port. (If the USB  
driver already exists on your computer, select No,notthistime.)  
Figure 33. Found New Hard Wizard Opening Screen  
Select the Yes,thistimeonlyradio button if you want your computer to  
connect to Windows Update only this one time.  
Select Yes,nowandeverytimeIconnectadeviceif you want the computer  
to automatically connect to Windows Update to search the web every time the  
MLC is connected to this USB port.  
Select No,notthistimeif you do not want the computer to connect to  
Windows Update to search the web (for example, if the driver is already present  
on your computer).  
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4. Click Next. On the next screen, make sure that the Installthesoftware  
automatically(Recommended)radio button is selected, then click Next. (You do  
not need to insert a disc.)  
Figure 34. Selecting the Radio Button to Install the USB Driver Automatically  
Your computer locates the driver needed for it to communicate with the MLC  
via the USB port. This driver is loaded to the computer hard drive when the MLC  
configuration program is installed.  
5. When the Completed screen appears, click Finishto close the wizard.  
NOTE: This wizard appears only the first time you connect the MLC to each USB  
port. You do not see the wizard again unless you connect the MLC to a  
different USB port on your computer.  
6. Configure the MLC ports and buttons as desired, using the MLC configuration  
program (see the configuration software help file for information on these  
procedures). To obtain the software, see “Installing the Configuration Software”  
in the “Software Configuration and Control” section.  
7. When finished configuring, disconnect the USB cable from the MLC, and replace the  
faceplate or return the MLC to its position in the installation surface.  
NOTES: Unlike the rear panel Host/Config port, which can also be used to  
configure the MLC, the cable to the USB port cannot remain connected  
when the MLC 62 RS EU or MLC 62 RS MK is mounted, or when the  
MLC D wallplate is attached.  
If you want to upload a new configuration via USB after the MLC has  
been mounted, you must detach the MLC D wallplate or remove the  
MLC 62 RS EU or MLC 62 RS MK unit from the installation surface (see  
section, for the procedures).  
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IR Learning  
The IR learning transceiver sensor on the MLC front or left side panel can receive and  
“learn” commands from the infrared remote controls of other devices via the MLC  
configuration software. IR Learning enables you to create an IR driver file to control the  
projector or input devices such as a VCR or DVD player. IR Learning of projector control  
codes is necessary only if there is no driver available for your projector or if you need to  
customize the driver.  
The IR transceiver accepts infrared signals of 30 kHz to 60 kHz. Point the IR remote control  
directly at the transceiver for best results. The diagrams below indicate the best distances  
and angles at which to hold the remote control.  
IR Learning  
Transceiver  
DISPLAY  
ON  
OFF  
4"–14"  
(10–36 cm)  
VOLUME  
MLC 62 D Front Panel  
Figure 35. IR Learning on an MLC D Model  
IR Learning Transceiver  
4"–14"  
(10–36 cm)  
MLC 62 RS EU  
and MLC 62 RS MK  
Left Side Panel  
Figure 36. IR Learning on an MLC 62 RS EU or MLC 62 RS MK  
To set up the MLC for IR Learning, use the MLC configuration software (see the  
configuration software help file for the procedures).  
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Mounting the MLC 60 Series Controllers  
When the system has been cabled, configured, and tested, the MLC can be installed in  
a wall or furniture. After you have any desired changes to the faceplate or front panel  
buttons and configured the buttons, mount the MLC as described in the following  
sections.  
Mounting an MLC 62 D  
You can mount an MLC 62 RS D or MLC 62 IR D to a UL-approved one-gang sized  
electrical junction box or Decora mounting bracket (included).  
Mounting an MLC 62 D to an electrical junction box  
CAUTION: Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.  
1. Mount the electrical junction box in the wall or furniture, following the directions  
provided with the box.  
2. Run the cables through the electrical box.  
3. Connect all cables and disconnect power from all devices at the source.  
4. Insert the MLC unit into the mounted electrical box.  
5. Secure the MLC to the box using two of the provided screws in the slots at the top  
and bottom of the unit.  
6. Fasten the Decora wallplate onto the unit using two of the provided screws in the  
holes at the top and bottom.  
Y
A
F
DISPL  
ON  
OF  
VOLUME  
ical  
Electr  
x
Bo  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
PC  
LAPTOP  
MLC 62 D  
Decora  
Wallplate  
Figure 37. Mounting an MLC 62 D in an Electrical Junction Box  
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Mounting an MLC 62 D to a Decora Mounting Bracket  
A one-gang, Decora style mounting bracket (“mud rings”) is provided with the MLC 62 D  
models. If desired, you can mount the MLC to this type of bracket instead of to an  
electrical box. To mount the controller to a Decora style mounting bracket, follow these  
steps:  
1. Cut a hole in the mounting surface large enough to accommodate the provided  
one-gang mounting bracket.  
2. Insert the mounting bracket into the hole.  
3. Turn the two screws on the bracket so that the locking arms rotate behind the  
mounting surface until they clamp securely to it. Do not overtighten.  
4. Run the cables through the mounting bracket and attach them.  
5. Place the MLC D onto the bracket so that the oval screw holes at the top and bottom  
of the MLC line up with the oval holes at the top and bottom of the bracket.  
6. Place the wallplate onto the MLC front panel, then attach both to the bracket, using  
two of the provided screws in the holes at the top and bottom.  
Wall  
3.88"  
2.16"  
Y
F
DISPLOF  
E
ON  
VOLUM  
VIDEO  
PC  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Wall Mounting  
Bracket  
MLC 62 RS D  
Wallplate  
Figure 38. Mounting an MLC 62 D to a Decora Mounting Bracket  
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Mounting the MLC 64 RS VC D  
Mounting an MLC 64 RS VC D to an electrical junction box  
CAUTION: Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.  
1. Mount a two-gang electrical junction box in the wall or furniture, following the  
directions provided with the box.  
2. Run the cables through the electrical box.  
3. Connect all cables and disconnect power from all devices at the source.  
4. Place the MLC and VCM units side-by-side into the mounted electrical box.  
5. Secure the MLC and VCM to the box using the provided screws in the oval slots at the  
top and bottom of the two boards.  
6. Fasten the wallplate onto the unit using the four provided black or white screws in the  
holes at the top and bottom of the wallplate.  
Wall  
x
all Bo  
W
VOLUME  
MUTE  
Y
F
DISPL
OF  
ON  
PC  
LAPTOP  
M
DOC CA  
VIDEO  
MLC 64 VC D  
Wallplate  
Figure 39. Mounting an MLC 64 D to an Electrical Box  
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Mounting an MLC 64 RS VC D to a Decora Mounting Bracket  
A two-gang Decora mounting bracket is provided with the MLC 64. To mount the MLC 64  
to this type of bracket:  
1. Cut a hole in the mounting surface large enough to accommodate the provided  
two-gang mounting bracket.  
2. Insert the mounting bracket into the hole.  
3. Turn the two screws on the bracket so that the locking arms rotate behind the  
mounting surface until they clamp securely to it. Do not overtighten.  
4. Run the cables through the mounting bracket and attach them.  
5. Place the MLC 64 and the volume control module side-by-side onto the bracket so  
that the centers of the oval screw holes at the top and bottom of both module boards  
line up with the four holes on the bracket.  
6. Insert the four provided silver, rounded Phillips head screws through the oval holes  
in the two MLC boards and then the round holes in the Decora mounting bracket  
behind, and tighten the screws.  
7. Place the wallplate over the two MLC modules. The front panels should protrude  
through the slots in the wallplate, while the two boards fit into the recessed area on  
the back side of the wallplate.  
8. Fasten the wallplate onto the MLC boards, using the four provided black or white  
screws in the holes at the top and bottom of the wallplate.  
Wall  
4.06"  
3.75"  
VOLUME  
Y
F
DISPL
OF  
ON  
PC  
E
P
MUT  
LAPTO  
VIDEO  
X
AU  
Wall Mouting  
Bracket  
MLC 64 VC D  
Wallplate  
Figure 40. Mounting an MLC 64 D to a Two-gang Decora Mounting Bracket  
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Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU and the MLC 62 RS MK  
CAUTION: Ensure that the junction box is grounded properly.  
To mount the MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK to an electrical box:  
1. Attach the provided metal mounting bracket to the mounted electrical box using two  
of the included screws in the slots at the top and bottom of the bracket.  
NOTES: To keep the MLC securely in place and prevent it from being easily  
pulled from its mounting surface, ensure that the side of the bracket  
with the word “Front” engraved on it faces out (away from the  
electrical box).  
If you want to be able to remove the MLC easily from its mounting,  
attach the mounting bracket with “Front” facing inward, toward the  
junction box.  
2. Run the cables through the electrical box and the plastic wall frame.  
3. Connect all cables to the MLC and disconnect power from all devices at the source.  
4. Align the wall frame to the metal mounting bracket on the mounting surface.  
5. Holding the wall frame in place on the bracket, press the MLC into the frame until the  
unit snaps into place.  
Electrical  
Junction Box  
Metal Bracket  
Y
A
DISPL  
F
OF  
ON  
VOLUME  
VIDEO  
PC  
Wall Frame  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
MLC 62 EU  
Figure 41. Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU to an Electrical Box  
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Wall  
Wall Box  
Metal Bracket  
Y
DISPL
F
OF  
ON  
VOLUME  
O
VIDE  
PC  
MUTE  
Frame  
LAPTOP  
MLC 62 MK  
Figure 42. Mounting the MLC 62 RS MK to an External Electrical Box  
Mounting the MLC EU in a Raceway Using Spacers (Optional)  
If you are experiencing difficulty with the MLC EU staying in place when installed in a  
cable raceway, this may be due to a gap between the metal mounting bracket and the  
wall frame.  
When this gap exists, the tabs on the sides of the MLC do not reach the metal mounting  
bracket and the MLC does not snap completely into the wall frame.  
You can remedy this situation by installing a spacer (provided with the MLC EU) between  
the metal mounting bracket and the rim of the junction box. This spacer appears very  
similar to the metal mounting bracket, except that it has holes instead of slots for the  
mounting screws, it is engraved with the words “Optional Spacer” and “Place behind  
bracket,” and has a slightly larger center opening than the mounting bracket.  
NOTE: Do not attempt to use the spacer in place of the metal mounting bracket.  
Because of its larger opening, the spacer will not hold the MLC EU in place in  
the wall frame.  
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Raceway  
To mount the MLC EU to a raceway using the spacer:  
1. Mount the electrical box in the raceway.  
2. Attach the spacer to the electrical box using two  
of the included screws in the holes at the sides  
of the spacer. Leave the screw heads protruding  
approximately 1/8 inch from the surface of the spacer.  
Junction Box  
Mounting Bracket  
3. With the “Front” label toward you, place the metal  
mounting bracket onto the spacer so that the screw  
heads pass through two of the slotted holes in  
opposite sides of the bracket.  
Spacer  
NOTE: Ensure that the surface of the mounting bracket containing the word  
“Front” is facing out (away from the spacer and junction box).  
Junction Box  
Metal Spacer  
Metal Bracket  
Y
DISPL
F
OF  
ON  
VOLUME  
O
Wall Frame  
MLC 62 RS EU  
VIDE  
PC  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
Cable Raceway  
Figure 43. Mounting the MLC 62 RS EU Using a Spacer  
4. Rotate the mounting bracket as necessary to ensure that the MLC will be positioned  
straight on the mounting surface and not skewed to either side.  
5. Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the spacer.  
6. Pull the cables through the electrical box and the wall frame.  
7. Disconnect power from all devices at the source and connect all cables to the MLC.  
8. Align the wall frame with the metal mounting bracket on the mounting surface.  
9. Press the MLC into the frame until the unit snaps into place.  
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Accessing Covered Panel Features After Mounting  
After the MLC is installed in the mounting surface, you can still access the covered  
front panel features on the MLC D and the side and rear panel features on the  
MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK, using the following procedures.  
Accessing the Covered MLC D Front Panel Features  
After the MLC D is mounted, the following front panel items are covered by the wallplate:  
IR sensor, DIP switches, Reset button, and USB connector. To access these controls, remove  
the two screws at the top and bottom of the wallplate and lift it off the MLC, as shown  
below.  
Y
F
DISPLOF  
ON  
VOLUME  
VIDEO  
PC  
MUTE  
LAPTOP  
MLC 62 D  
Wallplate  
Figure 44. Removing the MLC D Wallplate  
Accessing MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK Side and Rear Panel Features  
To access the MLC 62 RS EU or MK side and rear panel features after the MLC has been  
mounted, you must remove the MLC from the installation surface, leaving the metal  
mounting bracket attached. (Without the MLC unit to hold it in place, the wall frame also  
is removed.) A removal tool (shown at right) is provided with the product.  
To remove the MLC from the mounting surface:  
1. Insert the flat tip of the removal tool in the center of the right or left edge of the MLC,  
between the MLC and the wall frame, all the way to the line below the arrow on the  
tool.  
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Y
Etxr  
Extr  
DISPL
on  
on  
OFF  
ON  
VOLUME  
Insert to line.  
O
VIDE  
PC  
MUTE  
P
LAPTO  
Figure 45. Inserting the Removal Tool in an MLC 62 EU  
2. Press the removal tool inward or toward the mounting surface to release the tab  
holding the MLC in place in the wall frame.  
3. If the MLC does not immediately come free of the frame, pry the unit outward (away  
from the wall) until it is free of the installation surface, then lift it out.  
To reinstall the MLC, place it in the wall frame, then press the unit into the metal  
mounting bracket until all four tabs snap into their slots.  
Front Panel Security Lockout  
To prevent accidental changes to settings, the MLC features a front panel security lockout  
mode for disabling access to controls. When front panel lockout is enabled, all the front  
panel buttons are disabled. If a button is pressed, all the buttons flash rapidly three times  
to indicate lockout, but no action occurs.  
You can lock and unlock the front panel by the following methods:  
Front panel buttons  
The MLC configuration software (see the MLC 60 Series Configuration Program Help  
File).  
SIS commands (see the Front panel lockout commands in the “SIS Control” section).  
Locking Using the Front Panel Buttons  
To lock the front panel using the buttons, press and hold the On and  
DISPLAY  
Off (top two) buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All the front panel  
buttons and the red Activity LED flash three times rapidly.  
ON  
OFF  
To unlock the front panel, press and hold the On and Off buttons again  
for 3 seconds. All front panel buttons flash three times slowly while the  
Activity LED blinks green three times.  
Press and hold  
for 3 seconds.  
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Resetting the MLC Using the Reset Button  
If it becomes necessary to reset the MLC to its default factory firmware or to the default  
configuration settings that were implemented at the factory, you can use either the Reset  
button (see below) or the configuration software (see the software help file).  
The Reset button is located on the front panel of the MLC D behind the wallplate, and on  
the rear panel of the MLC 62 RS EU and MK. To access the Reset button, do one of the  
following, depending on your MLC model:  
Remove the wallplate from the MLC D (see “Accessing the Covered MLC D  
Front Panel Features,” earlier in this section), or  
Remove the MLC 62 RS EU or MLC 62 RS MK from the installation surface  
Features,” earlier in this section).  
Use the provided Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver to press the Reset button.  
Tx/  
IR  
1
2
C
Tx  
RELAYS  
N/O  
PORT B PORT A  
Reset  
LED  
IR/ S  
RS-232  
1
2
DISPLAY  
ON  
x a m A 4 . 0  
V 2 1  
G I F N O C  
/ T S O H  
T U P N I  
L A T I G I  
Reset  
Button  
D
R
P W  
OFF  
Reset  
Button  
1
x R x T  
+
VOLUME  
Reset  
LED  
MLCDFront Panel  
MLC 62 RS EU and  
MLC 62 RS MK Rear Panel  
Figure 46. Reset Button Locations  
You can perform two types of reset:  
Resetting to the default configuration:  
1. While the MLC is powered on, press and hold the Reset button. The Reset LED  
remains lit while the button is being held.  
2. After 3 seconds, the Reset LED blinks once. Release the button, then immediately  
(within 1 second) press it again and release it quickly (momentary press).  
When the reset is finished, the Reset LED blinks four times, indicating that the  
reset was successful.  
Resetting to the factory firmware defaults:  
1. With the MLC powered off, press and hold the Reset button.  
2. Continue to hold the button while applying power to the MLC.  
3. When the reset is complete, the front panel buttons scroll (blink in succession in  
clockwise order). Release the Reset button.  
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Software-based  
Configuration  
This section describes basic procedures for setting up the MLC using the MLC 60 Series  
Windows-based configuration program. The following topics are covered:  
For more detailed descriptions and additional configuration procedures, see the  
configuration program help file.  
About the MLC Configuration Program  
An MLC controller must be configured in order for it to be able to control other devices.  
The Extron MLC 60 Series Configuration Program is used 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 “Features, Installation, and  
Operation”section 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:  
Intel Pentium III 1-GHz processor  
Microsoft Windows XP SP2 (32 bit) or Windows 7 (64 bit)  
Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0  
512 MB of RAM  
50 MB of available hard disk space  
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Installing the Configuration Software  
The software is provided on a DVD that is delivered with your MLC unit. You can also  
download it free of charge from the Extron website.  
Downloading and Installing the Software from the Web  
If you do not have the software on DVD, download it to your computer from the Extron  
website as follows:  
1. Visit the Extron website at www.extron.com and select the Downloadtab.  
2. On the Download Center screen, click the ControlSoftwarebutton. A Control  
Software screen is displayed, containing a list of control software products.  
3. Click Mon the linked alphabet at the top or bottom of the screen.  
4. On the “M” software products page, scroll to locate MLC, and click the Downloadlink  
at the far right.  
5. On the next screen, fill in the required information.  
6. Click the DownloadMLC60SWnxn.exebutton.  
7. Follow the instructions on the download screens to download the software and install  
it on your computer.  
Installing the Software from the DVD  
If you have an Extron DVD containing the MLC software, install it on your computer as  
follows:  
1. Insert the disc into your computer drive. If the disc does not start automatically, open  
your Windows Explorer and double-click Launch.exeon the disk drive to start it.  
2. On the Extron software DVD screen, click the Softwarebutton.  
Figure 47. Software Button on the DVD Opening Screen  
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3. On the Control Software screen, scroll to locate the MLC 60 Series, and click the  
Installlink in the far right column.  
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation on your computer.  
Starting the Configuration Software  
To use the MLC to control devices, you must create one or more configurations for it,  
using the MLC configuration program. A configuration is a set of specifications for button  
command assignments and port parameters that enable the MLC to control your display  
device or switcher.  
NOTE: Configurations can be created away from the job site and without the MLC  
being connected to the computer.  
After you have downloaded and installed the software (see “Installing the  
Configuration Software,” earlier in this section) and device drivers if necessary (see  
Obtaining Device Drivers,” later in this section), begin by creating a new project.  
An MLC project is a file (with an .mlp extension) that contains port and button  
configurations for one or more MLCs. A configuration must be created within a new or  
existing project. A project can be saved, copied, and edited (for example, by adding or  
changing configurations within it). You can also create a configuration and add it to an  
existing project. You can start a new project either when first opening the MLC software  
or while the software is open and another project is active.  
To start the configuration program:  
1. Open the MLC 60 Series software by selecting the MLC icon from the Startmenu on  
your computer desktop. Select AllPrograms\ExtronElectronics\MLC60\MLC60.  
The Start Options window opens in front of the MLC 60 Configuration Program main  
window.  
2. On the Start Options window, select the CreateaNewProjectradio button.  
Figure 48. Start Options Window  
3. Click OK. The Add Device dialog box opens, displaying a diagram of your MLC front  
panel.  
4. On the Add Device window, enter a name for your MLC in the DeviceNamefield.  
This becomes the name of the first configuration in the new project.  
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5. Select your MLC model from the SelectModeldrop-down menu.  
Figure 49. Add Device Window with Select Model Menu Displayed  
6. Click OK. The MLC 60 Series main window opens, with the device name you entered  
displayed in the device configuration tree (left column).  
Figure 50. The MLC 60 Series Main Window  
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The MLC 60 Series main window is divided into the following major sections (see the  
illustration on the previous page):  
a
The device configuration tree enables you to view the list of devices that have  
been configured, and to organize and save all these device configurations in a  
single project file.  
b
The Front Panel tab screen enables you to configure the buttons and assign all  
commands to them.  
The following is displayed on the MLC window:  
The device configuration name appears in the configuration tree in the left  
pane, with the names of the two ports to which a device can be connected and  
controlled via RS-232 or IR: PortA(RS-232)and PortB(IR/S)for the MLC 60  
Series RS-232 models, or PortA(IR)for the MLC 62 IR D.  
The Front Panel screen is displayed in the main section of the window and  
contains a diagram representing the front panel of your selected MLC. (If this  
screen appears blank when the window is opened, click on the name of the MLC  
device configuration in the left pane to display it.)  
In the title bar, the project name is shown as “Unnamed Project*.” (The asterisk  
following the name indicates that the project has not been saved since changes  
were made.)  
7. Save and name your project as follows:  
a. From the Filemenu, select SaveAs....  
b. On the Save As window, give your project file a name and save it to the desired  
location on your computer.  
NOTE: Your project is saved as a file with the extension .mlp.  
You are now ready to create configurations for your MLC device by specifying parameters  
for its ports and buttons (see the configuration software help file for procedures).  
Accessing the Help File  
For instructions on creating configurations using the software, see the MLC 60 Series  
Configuration Program Help File. You can access the help file the following methods:  
From the Helpmenu, select MLC60SeriesConfigurationProgramHelp.  
Click the Helpicon on the main window toolbar.  
Press the <F1> key on your computer keyboard.  
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Obtaining Device Drivers  
The Extron drivers are control files (libraries) of commands created by Extron that are  
specific to a particular display device or switcher. There are different sets of drivers for  
serial (RS-232) and IR control. Before you can use the configuration software to configure  
the MLC buttons and ports, the necessary drivers must be loaded onto your computer. You  
must then load the appropriate driver for your device to the MLC in order to configure it  
to control the device.  
Serial and IR drivers are available at no charge from the Extron web site at  
www.extron.com. You can download them directly from the web or through the  
configuration software. The same drivers are also provided on the software DVD provided  
with the MLC.  
NOTES: By default,the drivers that you download are stored in the Driver2 folder on  
your computer, located at:  
Windows XP c:\DocumentsandSettings\AllUsers\  
SharedDocuments\Extron\Driver2  
Windows 7 c:\Users\Public\Documents\Extron\Driver2  
Downloading Drivers Using the Configuration Program  
The easiest way to obtain the drivers for your devices is via the MLC configuration  
program. (You can do this at any time while the software is open, regardless of whether a  
project has been created.)  
1. Click Start>Programs>ExtronElectronics>MLC60or double-click  
the MLCsoftwareicon (shown at right) on your desktop to launch the MLC  
software application. The MLC Configuration Program main window opens,  
with the Start Options window displayed in front of it.  
2. On the Start Options window, click the AddDriverSubscriptionsbutton.  
Figure 51. Start Options Window  
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The Driver Subscriptions window opens. In the Available Drivers Subscription section,  
select the device types for which you want to download drivers.  
Figure 52. Driver Subscription Window  
To select all device types available from a manufacturer, select the check box in  
front of the manufacturer name. Each manufacturer whose drivers you select is  
listed in the Current Drivers Selection column.  
To select individual device types from a manufacturer, click the plus (+) sign  
in front of the manufacturer name to expand it and display all the device types of  
that manufacturer for which drivers are available, then select the desired device  
check boxes. To hide the devices, click the minus ( ) sign.  
To expand or collapse the list of manufacturers and view or hide  
all their drivers, click the Expandallor Collapseallbuttons  
(shown at right) at the top of either column.  
NOTE: When you select a device, both the IR and serial drivers for it are  
downloaded.  
3. Make any desired optional selections:  
Select the Auto-checkfornewsubscribeddriverscheck box if you want  
the MLC to continually check for and download any updates to your subscribed  
drivers. When a new version of any of your subscribed drivers is available on  
the Extron website, that new version is automatically downloaded when the  
configuration program is started.  
Click SetProxyif you want to download your drivers using proxy server settings.  
(Refer to the configuration software help file for more information.)  
If you want to close the window without downloading any drivers, click Closeto save  
any changes you have made on this window or Cancelif you want to discard your  
changes.  
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4. Click Download. The Driver Subscriptions Download window opens, displaying all  
drivers that have been selected or previously downloaded to your computer.  
Figure 53. Driver Subscription Download Screen  
If a driver on the list is new for your computer, it has the designation  
Waiting...” in the Status column.  
If a driver already exists on your computer, its designation is “AlreadyinDriver  
Catalog.”  
NOTE: Your computer must have an active internet connection to download the  
drivers.  
5. On the Driver Subscription Download window, click Beginto download the drivers  
listed in the Driver File section. While the download is in progress:  
The Progress Bar indicates the progress of the download.  
The Elapsed Time section shows the amount of time that has passed since the  
download process started.  
As each new driver is downloaded, its designation in the Status column changes  
to “Completed.”  
6. When the Progress Bar and the Status column indicate that the download has  
completed, click Closeto close the Driver Subscription Download window.  
Figure 54. Driver Subscriptions Download Screen after a Driver Download  
7. Click Closeon the Driver Subscriptions window when finished.  
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Downloading Drivers from the Disc  
The software DVD provided with the MLC contains the set of device drivers that are also  
available from the web. To load the drivers from the DVD to your computer:  
1. Load the Extron Software Products DVD into your CD or DVD drive. The disc should  
start automatically. If it does not, open your Windows Explorer and double-click  
Launch.exe on the CD or DVD drive to start it.  
2. On the opening screen, click the Driversbutton or select the Driverstab at the top  
of the screen.  
Figure 55. Drivers Tab and Button on the Software DVD Opening Screen  
3. On the Drivers screen, select MLC60SeriesDeviceDrivers.  
Figure 56. MLC 60 Series Link on the Drivers Screen of the Software DVD  
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The MLC 60 Series Device Drivers screen opens, displaying a list of all available drivers  
for use with the MLC 60 Series controllers (see the example below).  
Figure 57. MLC 60 Device Drivers Page on DVD  
4. From the DVD, you can download either the current Extron driver package (containing  
all IR and serial drivers that were available at the time the package was compiled), or  
an individual driver.  
To download the driver package:  
NOTE: You do not need to choose a type from the SelectInterfaceType  
menu because the driver package contains both types.  
a. Click Downloadinstallforcurrentdriverpackage.  
b. Click Runon each of the two File Download - Security Warning windows.  
c. Follow the instructions on the Driver Install wizard screens to complete installation  
of the driver package. Unless you specify otherwise, the driver file is placed at one  
of the following locations on your computer:  
Windows XP c:\DocumentsandSettings\All Users\  
SharedDocuments\Extron\Driver2  
Windows 7 c:\Users\Public\Documents\Extron\Driver2  
The MLC Configuration Program supports only driver package 8.1 or later.  
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NOTE: The DVD may contain additional drivers that became available after the  
current driver package was created. These new drivers may be on the  
DVD, but have not been incorporated into the driver package.  
To ensure that you are getting all the drivers currently available, use the  
configuration program to download the drivers (see “Downloading the  
Drivers Using the Configuration Program,” earlier in this section).  
To download a single driver:  
a. From the SelectInterfaceTypedrop-down menu, select IRor Serialfor the  
type of drivers to view. When you make this selection, only drivers in the current  
driver package are displayed.  
b. If you want to view all the drivers of the selected type, including those outside the  
current package, click ViewAll.  
c. To view additional pages of driver listings, click Next. Click Previousto page  
backward through the drivers list.  
d. Right-click on the name of the desired driver. From the pop-up menu, select  
SaveTargetAs....  
Figure 58. Saving a Single Driver to the Computer  
e. On the Save window that opens, save the driver file in the Driver2 folder.  
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Downloading Drivers from the Web  
Drivers can also be obtained directly from the Extron website as follows:  
1. Visit the Extron website at www.extron.com, and click the Downloadtab.  
2. Click the DeviceDriverslink on the left panel of the Download Center screen.  
3. From the drop-down menu on the Device Drivers screen, select MLC60Series.  
Figure 59. Selecting MLC 60 Series from the Device Drivers Drop-down Menu  
4. From the menus on the Extron Online Search Tool screen, select search criteria for the  
drivers you want to download:  
From the ExtronProductmenu, select MLC60Seriesif it is not already  
selected.  
From the ProtocolTypemenu, select IR, Serial, or All.  
From the Manufacturermenu, select the manufacturer of the device for which  
you are downloading the drivers, or Allto select all device manufacturers.  
From the ProductCategorymenu, select the type of device (for example, video  
projector) or All.  
From the Modelmenu, select the device model name or number, or All.  
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As you make each selection, the driver list below changes to display all available  
drivers meeting your selected criteria.  
Figure 60. Entering MLC 60 Series Driver Search Criteria  
5. Click on the device name whose driver you want to download.  
To download all the drivers in the current package, click the Download install for  
driver package (Version n) link.  
NOTE: The website may contain additional drivers that became available after  
the current driver package was created. These new drivers may be on the  
website, but have not been incorporated into the driver package.  
If you want to ensure that you are getting all the drivers currently  
available, use the configuration program to download the drivers (see  
earlier in this section).  
6. On the Download Center screen, enter the requested information, and click the  
Download drivername button.  
7. Follow the directions on the download screens that follow. Unless you specify  
otherwise, the driver file is placed at one of the following locations on your computer:  
Windows XP c:\DocumentsandSettings\All Users\  
SharedDocuments\Extron\Driver2  
Windows 7 c:\Users\Public\Documents\Extron\Driver2  
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SIS Control  
The MLC can be remotely controlled via a host computer or other control device that is  
attached to the MLC rear panel Host/Config port. You can issue Simple Instruction Set (SIS)  
commands to the MLC via the RS-232 or USB interface of your computer or control device  
with a communication software program such as Extron DataViewer or HyperTerminal. This  
section contains a list of the SIS commands available for the MLC and describes procedures  
for issuing them. The following topics are covered:  
Host-to-Controller Communications  
SIS commands consist of strings of one or more characters per field. No special characters  
are required to begin or end a command sequence. When the MLC determines that a  
command is valid, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device.  
Most responses from the MLC to the host end with a carriage return and a line feed  
]
(CR/LF = ), which signals the end of the response character string.  
Controller-initiated Messages  
When a local event such as a front panel button press takes place, the MLC responds by  
sending a message to the host, indicating what selection was entered. No response is  
required from the host.  
The MLC sends the following copyright message only when it first powers on.  
(c)Copyright20nn,ExtronElectronics,MLCnn,vn.nn,60-nnnn-nn  
where MLC nnis the model name, vn.nnis the firmware version number and 60-nnnn-nn  
is the model number.  
This message does not appear with a USB connection.  
Error Responses  
If the MLC is unable to execute a command it receives because the command is invalid  
or contains invalid parameters, the controller returns an error response to the host. This  
response consists of the letter Efollowed by a number and a carriage return with a line  
feed. The following error response codes can be returned:  
E10– Invalid command or parameter  
E13– Invalid value (out of range)  
E14– Not valid for this configuration  
E22– Busy  
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Using the Command and Response Table  
The Command and Response Table on the following pages lists valid ASCII command  
codes, the responses of the MLC to the host, and a description of the command function  
or the results of executing the command. The ASCII to HEX conversion table below is for  
use with the table.  
ASCII to Hex Conversion Table  
Space  
Symbol Definitions  
]
}
= CR/LF (carriage return with line feed) (hex 0D0A)  
= Soft carriage return (no line feed) (hex 0D; web | )  
= Space  
E
X!  
= Escape key (hex 1B; web W)  
= Button number: 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, or 10  
Buttons are numbered from front panel top left (01) to bottom right (10).  
NOTE: The Mute button on the MLC 64 VC D cannot be configured; therefore, it has  
no number.  
X@  
= Relay port number  
1= Relay 1  
2= Relay 2  
X#  
X^  
= Pulse length in increments of 0.5 seconds. The default is 1(0.5 seconds).  
1= 0.5 seconds  
2= 1 second  
...  
255130 seconds  
= Digital input state  
0= low  
1= high  
X*  
X(  
= Firmware version number (displayed to two decimal places: n.nn)  
= Volume range level (a 3-digit number; for serial drivers with volume tables  
only)  
NOTE: Only positive values are allowed. The volume table levels start with zero.  
X1!  
= Lockout (executive) mode  
0= Off  
1= On  
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X1@  
X2#  
= Name of the MLC device.  
May be up to 24 alphanumeric characters. The first character must be  
alphabetic; the last character cannot be a hyphen or minus sign (-). No blank or  
space characters are permitted.  
= Status  
0= disengaged (default)  
1= engaged  
X2%  
X2^  
= Firmware compatibility version number (a 3-digit number listed to three  
decimal places: nnn.nnn)  
= Device configuration compatibility version number (a 3-digit number listed to  
three decimal places: nnn.nnn)  
X4(  
X5)  
= Default product name: MLC-62-RS, MLC-62-IR, or MLC-64-RS  
= LED status  
A 32-digit number, each digit of which represents the status of an LED on the  
X5)  
MLC front panel. In  
, the LED statuses are represented in descending order  
from 32to 1; that is, the first digit on the left represents LED 32, the second digit  
represents LED 31, and so on. The last digit of the number represents LED 1.  
On the MLC 62 models, the LEDs are numbered as follows:  
LED Number  
LED Location  
1
Transmit red  
2
Transmit green  
3, 4, 5, 6  
Four LEDs behind “Display” text  
Button row 1, first LED (button 1)  
Button row 2, second LED (button 2)  
Four LEDs behind “Volume” text  
7
8
9, 10, 11, 12  
13, 14, 15, 16, 17 Volume level indicator LEDs 1 through 5  
18  
19  
20  
Button row 2, first LED (button 3)  
Button row 2, second LED (button 4)  
Button row 3, first LED (button 5)  
Button row 3, second LED (lights only if  
buttons 5 and 6 are combined)  
21  
22  
23  
Button row 3, third LED (button 6)  
Button row 4, first LED (button 7)  
Button row 4, second LED (lights only if  
buttons 7 and 8 are combined)  
24  
25  
Button row 4, third LED (button 8)  
26 through 32  
Not used (always 0)  
NOTE: Dual sized buttons, such as the input buttons on the MLC 62 IR D,  
each take up an entire button row and have three LEDs apiece.  
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On the MLC 64, the LEDs are numbered as follows:  
LED Number  
LED Location  
1
Transmit red  
2
Transmit green  
3, 4, 5, 6  
7
Four LEDs behind “Display” text  
Button row 1, first LED (button 1)  
Button row 1, second LED (button 2)  
Button row 2, LEDs 1 through 3  
Button row 3, LEDs 1 through 3  
Button row 4, LEDs 1 through 3  
Button row 5, LEDs 1 through 3  
Not used (The status is always 0.)  
8
9, 10, 11  
12, 13, 14  
15, 16, 17  
18, 19, 20  
21 through 32  
X21@  
Each digit in the  
number can be 0through 4, representing the following  
possible LED statuses:  
0= off  
1= dim  
2= on (bright)  
3= slow blink  
4= fast blink  
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, commands are not case-sensitive.  
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Command and Response Table for SIS Commands  
ASCII Command  
(Host to Unit)  
Response  
(Unit to Host)  
Command  
Additional Description  
Button Selection  
Trigger a button  
Execute the commands  
programmed to button . (This  
E X!  
}
X!]  
BtnoB*  
B* BTNO  
X!  
command produces the same  
X!  
results as pressing button  
the front panel).  
on  
X!= 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07,  
08, 09, or 10.  
NOTES: When you press a dual-sized button, such as the Input buttons on the MLC 64, different  
numbers appear on your screen depending on which side of the button is pressed. For  
example, if you press the left side of the PC button on an MLC 64, the host response is  
BtnoB*3, while pressing the right side of that button receives the response BtnoB*4. The  
entire button lights, however, and the same command is issued regardless of which side is  
pressed.  
Use the MLC 60 Series Windows-based configuration software to configure the buttons  
with commands.  
Example  
Perform commands assigned to  
button 5.  
E
}
]
B*5BTNO  
BtnoB*05  
Discrete Audio Volume Adjustment on Devices with Volume Tables (MLC 62 RS models only)  
Set volume level14  
X(  
X(]  
X( X(  
Set volume table level to  
V
Vol  
.
can be up to 3 digits; leading  
zeros are optional.  
NOTE:  
Only positive values are allowed. Volume table levels start with 0(zero). Setting a discrete volume level  
that is outside of the volume table range results in an E13error response.  
Increment volume level  
+V  
Increase the volume by one  
volume table increment.  
X(]  
Vol  
X(  
= current volume level.  
Decrement volume level  
–V  
V
Decrease the volume by one  
volume table increment.  
Display the current volume level.  
X(]  
Vol  
View current volume level  
X(]  
Increase and Decrease Audio Volume on Devices without Volume Tables (MLC 62 models only)  
X(  
NOTE:  
Attempts to enter an V(Set volume level) command to set a discrete volume level on a device whose  
driver does not include a volume table result in an E14error response.  
Increment volume level  
Decrement volume level  
View volume level  
+V  
–V  
V
Vol+  
Vol–  
---  
Increase the volume level by one  
step.  
Decrease the volume level by  
one step.  
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ASCII Command  
(Host to Unit)  
Response  
(Unit to Host)  
Command  
Additional Description  
Relay Functions (RS models only)  
Pulse relay  
X@ X#  
*3* O  
X@ X2#]  
Rly *  
X#  
Set the length of the  
pulse specified for relay port  
X@  
X#  
. Values for  
represent  
increments of 0.5 seconds and  
can range from 1(0.5 seconds)  
to 255(approximately  
130 seconds). The MLC  
response includes status  
the specified relay port.  
X2#  
for  
X@  
For : 1= Relay 1; 2= Relay 2.  
X2#  
For  
: 0= open (disengaged;  
1= closed (engaged).  
Relay port 2 will remain closed  
for pulse intervals of 0.5  
seconds.  
Example:  
2*3*1O  
]
Rly2*1  
Toggle relay  
Close and open relay port  
X@  
*2O  
X@ X2#]  
Rly *  
X@  
. Each time the command  
is issued, the MLC toggles  
between the On and Off states.  
The MLC response includes  
X2#  
status  
port.  
for the specified relay  
Force relay on  
Force relay off  
View relay state  
X@  
*1O  
X@  
*0O  
X@  
O
X@ ]  
X@  
X@  
Rly *1  
Set relay port  
closed (on).  
Set relay port  
(off).  
to remain  
X@ ]  
Rly *0  
to remain open  
X2#]  
X2#  
X@  
.
Show state  
of relay port  
X2#  
For  
: 0= open; 1= closed.  
Digital Input Data Port (RS models only)  
View digital input state  
]
X^]  
X^  
View status  
Input port. For  
of the Digital  
X^  
:
0= low; 1= high.  
Front Panel Lockout (Executive Mode)  
]
]
X1!]  
Off  
On  
View  
0X  
1X  
X
Unlock front panel buttons.  
Lock all front panel buttons.  
View front panel lockout status.  
Exe0  
Exe1  
X1!  
X1!  
. For  
, 0= off; 1= on.  
Device Naming  
Set unit name  
EX1@ }  
X1@]  
X1@  
X1@  
for the MLC.  
CN  
Ipn•  
Set name  
can be up to 24 alphanumeric  
characters. The first character  
must be alphabetic; the last  
character cannot be a hyphen or  
minus sign. No blank or space  
characters are permitted.  
Set unit name to factory  
default  
Set the name of the MLC to its  
E
}
X4(]  
CN  
Ipn•  
X4(  
factory default name  
.
X4(  
is:  
MLC-62-RSfor RS models  
MLC-62-IRfor IR models  
MLC-64-RS-Dfor MLC 64  
Show the name of the MLC.  
View unit name  
E }  
X1@]  
CN  
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ASCII Command  
(Host to Unit)  
Response  
(Unit to Host)  
Command  
Additional Description  
Reset/Erase  
Configuration reset  
Reset the MLC configuration to  
the factory default.  
E
}
]
ZXXX  
ZapXXX  
Information Requests  
Query firmware version  
Q
X*]  
X*  
to  
Display firmware version  
two decimal places.  
Example  
Q
]
The current firmware version is  
1.00.  
1.00  
Query firmware compatibility  
version  
Query device configuration  
compatibility version  
**Q  
E
Display firmware compatibility  
X2%]  
X2%  
version  
.
View the device configuration  
compatibility version number  
}
X2^ ]  
DIMQ  
X2^  
.
NOTE:  
Compatibility version numbers are used to track and check for compatibility between the configuration  
software, firmware, and device configuration versions on the MLC. The device and firmware  
X2%  
X2^  
compatibility numbers (  
and  
) each consist of six digits. The first three digits are called “major  
numbers,” and the three digits following the decimal point are “minor numbers.”  
Whenever the major numbers match, they are considered to be compatible. The minor numbers are  
used to track changes that have been made but do not affect compatibility. However, if the minor  
numbers do not match, the version may not be backward compatible. (See “Updating Firmware” in the  
MLC help file for more information on checking compatibility.)  
Example  
Display the current device  
compatibility number 002.100.  
Major number is 002; minor  
number is 100.  
E
}
]
DIMQ  
002.100  
Request controller part number N  
Show the MLC part number:  
MLC 62 RS D = 60-1005-02  
MLC 62 RS EU = 60-1005-35  
MLC 62 RS MK = 60-1005-23  
MLC 62 IR D = 60-1006-02  
MLC 64 RS D = 60-1182-02  
Show the name of the MLC  
model.  
]
60-nnnn-nn  
Query model name  
I
]
MLC•62•RS•D  
or  
]
MLC•62•RS•EU  
MLC•62•IR•D  
or  
or  
]
]
MLC•64•RS•D  
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ASCII Command  
(Host to Unit)  
Response  
(Unit to Host)  
Command  
Additional Description  
Query LED status  
View LED status  
E }  
X5)]  
X5)  
is a 32-digit number, of  
LC  
which each digit represents the  
status of an LED on the MLC  
front panel.  
On MLC 62 models, the LEDs are numbered as follows:  
1 =Transmit red  
2 = Transmit green  
3-6 = Display text LEDs 1 through 4  
X5)  
In  
, the LEDs are represented  
1
2
in descending order from 32  
to 1; that is, the first digit  
represents LED 32, the second  
digit represents LED 31, and  
so on. The last digit represents  
LED 1. Each digit in  
0through 4, representing the  
DISPLAY  
3 – 6  
8
7 = Button row 1, first LED  
8 = Button row 1, second LED  
ON  
OFF  
7
VOLUME  
X5)  
can be  
9-12 = Volume text LEDs 1 through 4  
13-17 = Volume LEDs 1 through 5  
18 = Button row 2, first LED  
– 12  
9
– 17  
18  
13  
19  
following possible LED statuses:  
19 = Button row 2, second LED  
20 = Button row 3, first LED  
21 = Button row 3, second LED  
22 = Button row 3, third LED  
23 = Button row 4, first LED  
24 = Button row 4, second LED  
25 = Button row 4, third LED  
26-32 = Not used (Their status is always 0)  
0= off  
1= dim  
2= on (bright)  
3= slow blink  
4= fast blink  
PC  
VIDEO  
MUTE  
20  
23  
21  
22  
25  
LAPTOP  
Extron  
24  
NOTE:  
Dual sized buttons, such as the input buttons on the MLC 62 IR D, each take up an entire button row and have  
three LEDs apiece.  
Example (MLC 62)  
E }  
]
LC  
00000001111121100000111124111104  
(This example is illustrated in the diagram below.)  
In this LED status number, for example, the first digit on the right (LED 1) represents the red  
Transmit LED. Its status is 4, which indicates that it is blinking rapidly. The LEDs behind the  
display text (3 through 6) have a status of 1, which means they are dimly lit.  
Buttons 7 and 8  
(Button Row 4)  
Buttons 1 and 2  
(Button Row 1)  
Transmit Green  
Buttons 3 and 4  
(Button Row 2)  
Buttons 5 and 6  
(Button Row 3)  
Transmit  
Red  
Behind “Display” Text  
Behind “Volume” Text  
Not used  
Volume Indicators  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
0 0  
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
2 4  
1
1
1
1
0
4
LED  
No.  
28  
4
32 31 30 29  
27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10  
9
8
7
6
5
3
2
1
On the MLC 64, the LEDs are numbered as follows:  
1 =Transmit red  
1
2
2 = Transmit green  
3-6 = Display text LEDs 1 through 4  
7 = Button row 1, first LED  
– 6  
3
DISPLAY  
ON OFF  
7
9
8
8 = Button row 1, second LED  
9-11 = Button row 2, LEDs 1 through 3  
12-14 = Button row 3, LEDs 1 through 3  
15-17 = Button row 4, LEDs 1 through 3  
18-20 = Button row 5, LEDs 1 through 3  
21-32 = Not used (Their status is always 0.)  
11  
10  
LP  
13  
12  
14  
17  
20  
V
15  
18  
16  
19  
Extron  
Example (MLC 64)  
E }  
]
LC  
00000000000011111111122231111103  
In this MLC 64 example, the red Transmit LED shows status 3(blinking slowly). The LEDs  
behind the Display text show status 1(dimly lit). LEDs 9, 10, and 11 show status 2(brightly  
lit) because the PC button (row 2) is active.  
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Reference  
Information  
This section contains the specifications for all models of the MLC and lists names and part  
numbers of included parts and optional accessories for the product. Topics include:  
Part Numbers and Accessories  
Specifications  
MLC 62 Series Specifications  
Control — host ports  
Serial control port........................... 1 bidirectional RS-232 on a 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole  
Baud rate and protocol................... 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity  
Serial control pin configuration....... Pin 1 = Tx, pin 2 = Rx, pin 3 = GND  
USB control ports  
Decora® models....................... 1 front panel female mini USB B  
MK and EU models.................. 1 side panel female mini USB B  
USB standards................................ USB 2.0, low speed  
IR learning frequencies ................... 30 kHz to 60 kHz  
IR learning distance........................ 4" (10 cm) to 14" (36 cm) from the receiver (on front panel for Decora models,  
side panel for MK and EU models)  
Program control ............................. Extron configuration program for Windows®  
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS)  
Control — serial port (RS models)  
Display control port........................ (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole for unidirectional RS-232 control  
(±5 V)  
Baud rate and protocol (RS-232)..... 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115,200 baud; 8 (default) or 7 data bits;  
1 stop bit; no parity (default), or even or odd parity  
Control — IR port (IR models) or IR/serial port (RS models)  
IR control port................................ (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole for IR or IR/Serial* (transmit only)  
TTL level (0 to 5 V) modulated infrared control (all models) from 30 kHz up to  
60 kHz, or ±5 V RS-232 control (RS models, transmit only)  
*For RS models, IR/serial ports are configurable via software, serial  
communication is the default.  
Baud rate and protocol................... For RS models:  
9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115,200 baud; 8 (default) or 7 data bits;  
1 stop bit; no parity (default), or even or odd parity  
Control — relay (RS models)  
Number/type.................................. 2 momentary or latching (configurable via software)  
Connector...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole  
Contact rating................................ 24 V, 1 A  
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Control — digital input monitoring port (RS models)  
Number/type.................................. 1 digital input (configurable)  
Connector...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole  
Digital inputs  
Input voltage range ................. 0-24 VDC  
Input impedance...................... 12k ohms  
Programmable pullup............... 2k ohms to +5 VDC  
Threshold low to high.............. >1.5 VDC  
Threshold high to low.............. <1.0 VDC  
General  
Power supply.................................. External  
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz  
Output: 12 VDC, 1 A, 12 watts  
Power input requirements .............. 12 VDC, 0.4 A, max.  
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  
Cooling.......................................... Convection, no vents  
Mounting  
Rack mount............................. No  
Furniture or wall mount  
Decora® models ................. Mounts in a standard 1 gang US electrical junction box or with included mud  
ring.  
EU models.......................... Mounts in a standard 1 gang EU electrical junction box with 60 mm mounting  
centers. An adapter frame is included.  
MK models ........................ Mounts to a standard MK electric type British standard wall box or junction box.  
Enclosure type................................ Plastic  
Enclosure dimensions  
MLC 62 IR D, MLC 62 RS D  
Faceplate ........................... Fits the opening in a 1 gang Decora style wallplate.  
Device................................ 4.2" H x 1.8" W x 1.5" D  
(10.7 cm H x 4.6 cm W x 3.7 cm D)  
(Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the wall or  
furniture for the device plus cable clearance.)  
1.84”  
(4.68 cm)  
1.84”  
(4.68 cm)  
1.13"  
(2.87 cm)  
1.13"  
(2.87 cm)  
D
N
U
D
D
N
O
CNOFIG  
U
U
R
O
CONFIG  
G
HSOT/  
R
HSOT/  
G
L
T
IPNU  
N
DIGTA  
O
R
G
1
O
2.77”  
(7.04 cm)  
N
N/  
2.77”  
(7.04 cm)  
O
MM  
O
C
2
RLEAYS  
S
4.19”  
(10.64 cm)  
I
1
4.19”  
(10.64 cm)  
I/R  
D
N
D
N
U
O
U
U
R
O
R
G
G
T
R
I
/
R
OU  
I
Tx  
X
2
X
ND  
O
R
G
R
V
R
V
Tx  
12  
D
P
0
12  
N
D
PW  
U
N
04.MA  
O
U
R
O
G
R
C
G
D
C
V
D
V
2
1
2
+
1
+
1.78”  
(4.53 cm)  
1.78”  
(4.53 cm)  
MLC 62 IR D Rear  
MLC 62 RS D Rear  
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MLC 62 RS EU  
MLC 62 RS EU  
Faceplate ........................... Fits the opening in a 1-gang EU, fits a Jung AS 500 wallplate or other European  
frame that accepts 55 mm x 55 mm modules.  
Wall frame......................... 3.2" H x 3.2" W x 0.4" D  
8.1 cm H x 8.1 cm W x1.0 cm D  
Device................................ 2.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.5" D  
(5.5 cm H x 5.5 cm W x 3.7 cm D)  
Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the junction  
box for device plus cable clearance.)  
2.79”  
(7.08 cm)  
0.98"  
(2.47 cm)  
Tx  
2
3
2
-
Tx
IR  
S
R
1
S
2
IR/  
C
1.85”  
(4.69 cm)  
LAYS  
RE  
0
.
O
4
/
A
N
m
1 2  
a
x
V
P W  
R
C O N F I G  
H
O
S
+
T
/
I
N
I
P
T
U
x
R x  
D
T
G
I
T
2.79”  
A
L
1
(7.08 cm)  
R
*1.83”  
(4.64 cm)  
* 2.02” (5.12 cm)  
(including tabs)  
MLC 62 EU Rear  
MLC 62 RS MK  
Faceplate ........................... Fits the opening in a 1-gang Jung AS 500 wallplate or other European frame  
that accepts 55 mm x 55 mm modules.)  
Wall frame......................... 3.4" H x 3.4" W x 0.4" D  
8.6 cm H x 8.6 cm W x 1.1 cm D  
Device................................ 2.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.5" D  
(5.5 cm H x 5.5 cm W x 3.7 cm D)  
Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the junction  
box for device plus cable clearance.)  
0.41"  
(1.05 cm)  
3.40"  
(8.65 cm)  
0.98"  
(2.47 cm)  
1.85"  
(4.69 cm)  
3.40"  
(8.65 cm)  
R
*1.83"  
(4.64 cm)  
* 2.02  
"
(5.12 cm)  
(including tabs)  
MLC 62 RS MK Rear  
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Product weight  
MLC 62 IR D, MLC 62 RS D...... 1.0 lb (0.5 kg)  
MLC 62 RS EU ......................... 1.0 lb (0.5 kg)  
MK models.............................. 1.0 lb (0.5 kg)  
Shipping weight............................. 3 lbs (2 kg)  
Vibration........................................ ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)  
Regulatory compliance  
Safety...................................... CE, c-UL, UL  
EMI/EMC ................................. CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI Class A  
Accessibility ............................. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d)  
MTBF ............................................. 30,000 hours  
Warranty........................................ 3 years parts and labor  
NOTES: All nominal levels are at 10%.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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MLC 64 RS VC D Specifications  
Control — host ports  
Serial control port........................... 1 bidirectional RS-232 on a 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole  
Baud rate and protocol................... 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity  
Serial control pin configuration....... Pin 1 = Tx, pin 2 = Rx, pin 3 = GND  
USB control port............................. 1 front panel female mini USB B  
USB standards................................ USB 2.0, low speed  
IR learning frequencies ................... 30 kHz to 60 kHz  
IR learning distance........................ 4" (10 cm) to 14" (36 cm) from the receiver  
Program control ............................. Extron configuration program for Windows®  
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS)  
Control — serial port  
Display control port........................ (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole for unidirectional RS-232 control  
(±5 V)  
Baud rate and protocol (RS-232)..... 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115,200 baud; 8 (default) or 7 data bits;  
1 stop bit; no parity (default), or even or odd parity  
Control — IR/serial port  
IR control port................................ (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole for IR/Serial* (transmit only)  
TTL level (0 to 5 V) modulated infrared control from 30 kHz up to 60 kHz, or  
±5 V RS-232 control (transmit only)  
*IR/serial ports are configurable via software; serial communication is the  
default.  
Baud rate and protocol................... 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115,200 baud; 8 (default) or 7 data bits;  
1 stop bit; no parity (default), or even or odd parity  
Control — relay  
Number/type.................................. 2 momentary or latching (configurable via software)  
Connector...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole  
Contact rating................................ 24 V, 1 A  
Control — digital input monitoring port  
Number/type.................................. 1 digital input (configurable)  
Connector...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole  
Digital inputs  
Input voltage range ................. 0-24 VDC  
Input impedance...................... 12k ohms  
Programmable pullup............... 2k ohms to +5 VDC  
Threshold low to high.............. >1.5 VDC  
Threshold high to low.............. <1.0 VDC  
Control — peripheral audio equipment  
Volume control............................... 0 to 10 VDC variable voltage, positive logic (the higher the voltage, the higher  
the volume)  
Mute control.................................. Momentary push switch with latching contact closure during mute; LED mute  
indication  
Pin configuration............................ Pin 1 = +10 VDC, pin 2 = volume/mute (variable voltage), pin 3 = GND  
Reference voltage........................... 10 VDC  
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General  
Power supply  
MLC 64 RS D........................... External  
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz  
Output: 12 VDC, 1 A, 12.0 watts  
Remote volume control............ 10 VDC, supplied by the Extron device being controlled  
Power input requirements  
MLC 64 RS D........................... 12 VDC, 0.4 A, max.  
Remote volume control............ Unmute mode: 0.2 watts, 18 mA, 10 VDC  
Mute mode: 0.4 watts, 42 mA, 10 VDC  
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  
Cooling.......................................... Convection, no vents  
Mounting  
Rack mount............................. No  
Furniture or wall mount........... Mounts in a standard 2 gang US electrical junction box (1.50" depth) or with  
included mud ring.  
Enclosure type................................ Plastic  
Enclosure dimensions  
Faceplate................................. Fits the opening in a 2 gang Decora style wallplate.  
Devices.................................... 4.2" H x 3.6" W x 2.5" D or 1.9" D*  
Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the junction  
box for device plus cable clearance.  
*Depth including the knob  
3.61"  
(9.17 cm)  
1.13"  
(2.87 cm)  
D
N
U
O
O
CONFIG  
R
HSOT/  
G
L
IPNUT  
D
N
DGITA  
U
R
G
1
O
N
N/  
O
2.77”  
M
M
O
C
2
RELAYS  
(7.04 cm)  
S
1
I/R  
D
N
OU  
R
G
R
I
/
x
T
D
R-S32  
N
U
O
R
G
R
4.19"  
(10.64 cm)  
x
V
T
12  
D
PW  
04.MAX  
UN  
O
R
G
C
D
V
2
1
+
1.74"  
(4.4 cm)  
MLC 64 Rear  
Product weight............................... 1.1 lb (0.5 kg)  
Shipping weight............................. 3 lbs (2 kg)  
Vibration........................................ ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)  
Regulatory compliance  
Safety...................................... CE, c-UL, UL  
EMI/EMC ................................. CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI Class A  
Accessibility ............................. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d)  
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MTBF ............................................. 30,000 hours  
Warranty........................................ 3 years parts and labor  
NOTES: All nominal levels are at 10%.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Part Numbers and Accessories  
Included Parts  
These items are included with the MLC 60 Series controllers:  
MLC 62 RS D  
Included Parts  
Replacement Part Number  
MLC 62 RS D MediaLink Controller  
60-1005-02  
70-775-01  
12 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C)  
Front faceplates, eight-button, 1 black and 1 white  
(Include additional buttons with assorted labels)  
70-688-12  
Decora wallplate, 1-gang, black  
Decora wallplate, 1-gang, white  
Extron Tweeker (slotted Phillips #1 screwdriver)  
MLC 60 Series Setup Guide  
1-gang Decora-style mud ring mounting bracket  
(2) 3.5 mm 3-pole captive screw connectors  
(4) 3.5 mm 2-pole captive screw connectors  
Extron Software Products DVD  
MLC 62 IR D  
Included Parts  
Replacement Part Number  
MLC 62 IR D MediaLink Controller  
12 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C)  
IR Emitter and Shield kit  
60-1006-02  
70-775-01  
70-283-01  
Front faceplates, six-button, 1 black and 1 white  
(Includes additional buttons with assorted labels)  
70-688-02  
Decora wallplate, 1-gang, black  
Decora wallplate, 1-gang, white  
Extron Tweeker (slotted Philips #1 screwdriver)  
MLC 60 Series Setup Guide  
1-gang Decora-style mud ring mounting bracket  
(1) 3.5 mm 3-pole captive screw connectors  
(2) 3.5 mm 2-pole captive screw connectors  
Extron Software Products DVD  
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MLC 62 RS EU  
Included Parts  
Replacement Part Number  
60-1005-35  
MLC 62 RS EU MediaLink Controller (RAL9010 white)  
12 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C)  
Front faceplate, 6 button (RAL9010 white)  
Front faceplate, 8 button (RAL9010 white)  
Jung AS500 wall frame (RAL9010 white)  
Extron Tweeker (slotted Philips #1 screwdriver)  
MLC 60 Series Setup Guide  
70-775-01  
(2) 3.5 mm 3-pole captive screw connectors  
(4) 3.5 mm 2-pole captive screw connectors  
Extron Software Products DVD  
MLC 62 RS MK  
Included Parts  
Replacement Part Number  
60-1005-23  
MLC 62 RS MK MediaLink Controller (white)  
12 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C)  
Front faceplate, 6-button (white)  
Front faceplate, 8-button (white)  
Front wall frame (white)  
70-775-01  
Extron Tweeker (slotted Philips #1 screwdriver)  
MLC 60 Series Setup Guide  
(2) 3.5 mm 3-pole captive screw connectors  
(4) 3.5 mm 2-pole captive screw connectors  
Extron Software Products DVD  
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MLC 64 RS VC D  
Included Parts  
Replacement Part Number  
MLC 64 RS VC D MediaLink Controller  
60-1182-02  
70-775-01  
12 VDC, 1 A external power supply (PS 1210C)  
MLC 64 Front faceplate, black, six-button  
(Includes additional buttons with assorted labels)  
MLC 64 Front faceplate, white, six-button  
(Includes additional buttons with assorted labels)  
VCM front faceplates, 1 black and 1 white  
Volume control knobs, 1 black and 1 white  
Decora wallplates, 2-gang, 1 black and 1 white  
Extron Tweeker (slotted Philips #1 screwdriver)  
Allen wrench (hex key) (for volume control knob  
removal)  
MLC 60 Series Setup Guide  
2-gang Decora-style mud ring mounting bracket  
(2) 3.5 mm 3-pole captive screw connectors  
(4) 3.5 mm 2-pole captive screw connectors  
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Accessories  
These optional items can be ordered separately:  
Accessories  
Part Number  
For Model  
English button kit  
(MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK models)  
MLC 62 RS EU,  
MLC 62 RS MK  
70-728-01  
French and German button kit  
(MLC 62 RS EU and MLC 62 RS MK models)  
MLC 62 RS EU,  
MLC 62 RS MK  
70-728-11  
MLA VC10 Plus Volume Control Module  
(MLC 62 models)  
60-1090-01  
All MLC 62  
All  
MPA 152 Stereo Power Amplifier, 15 watts per 60-844-01  
channel  
MPA 152 ENERGY STAR® Qualified Stereo  
60-844-02  
Power Amplifier  
MPA 401 Mono Power Amplifier, 40 watts per  
channel  
60-845-01  
60-497-01  
60-497-04  
60-550-02  
26-654-06  
26-621-50  
70-688-12  
70-688-02  
All  
All  
All  
All  
All  
All  
MLS 100A Four Input Stereo Audio MediaLink  
Switcher  
MLS 102 VGA Two Input VGA and Four Input  
Stereo Audio MediaLink Switcher  
MLS 304SA Four Input MediaLink Switcher with  
stereo amplifier  
USB CFG Cable, type A to mini B configuration  
cable  
MLC IR/RS-232 one projector communication  
cable, plenum 50'  
MLM 62 D 8B faceplate replacement kit,  
8-button (MLC D models only)  
MLC 62 RS D,  
MLC 62 IR D  
MLM 62 D 6B faceplate replacement kit,  
6-button (MLC D models only)  
MLC 62 RS D,  
MLC 62 IR D  
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Extron Warranty  
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years  
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty  
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,  
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is  
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:  
USA, Canada, South America,  
Japan:  
and Central America:  
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Japan  
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authorized by Extron.  
NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return  
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USA: (714) 491-1500  
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Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage  
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name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.  
Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,  
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advised of such damage.  
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+971.4.2991880 FAX  
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Inside USA/Canada Only  
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Inside USA/Canada Only  
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+65.6383.4664 FAX  
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+1.714.491.1517 FAX  
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