Extron electronic Network Card IPL T SFI244 User Manual

IP LINK  
IPL T SF24 &  
I Two serial ports  
I Four Flex I/O ports  
IPL T SFI244  
I Four IR ports (IPL T SFI244)  
ETHERNET CONTROL INTERFACES  
I IR learning capabilities  
(IPL T SFI244)  
I Integrated Web server with  
1.25 MB of flash memory  
I Multi-user support  
I Multiple levels of security  
I Free IP Link™ Global Viewer™  
Web-based asset management  
software  
I IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet  
(PoE) compliant  
IPL T SF24  
IPL T SFI244  
The Extron IPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 are compact Ethernet control interfaces  
with integral high performance Web servers, enabling many A/V devices to be  
monitored, maintained, and managed over an existing high speed Local Area  
Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), or the Internet.  
 
DESCRIPTION  
The Extron IPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 are part of the IP Link™ family of  
ethernet control interfaces which are designed to integrate Internet Protocol  
(IP) connectivity into A/V systems. Projectors, plasma displays, switchers, A/V  
sources, lights, drapes, and many other devices can now be added to an  
existing computer network, enabling asset management and remote  
monitoring.  
Serial Ports  
Both models provide two serial ports for control of two independent serial  
devices. The IPL T SF24 offers flexible connectivity via either 9-pin D-sub ports  
for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 devices or captive screw ports (RS-232 only).  
The IPL T SFI244 offers RS-232 connectivity (only) on captive screw ports.  
When configured for pass-through mode, the interfaces can pass through  
commands from an existing control system and also control and monitor  
attached devices.  
Flex I/O Ports  
The IPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 each have four Flex I/O ports. These flexible  
ports can be configured as analog in, digital in, or digital out. They support  
digital and analog signals from 0 to 24 volts, allowing a wide variety of devices  
to be controlled or monitored.  
The 0 to 24 volt incoming analog signals are sampled with 12-bit precision.  
Voltage thresholds can be set. When a threshold is passed, the IPL T SF24 or  
IPL T SFI244 can be configured to send out a serial command, an e-mail, or  
trigger another event. As an example, a thermal sensor installed in an  
equipment rack can be connected to one of the Flex I/O ports. The  
IPL T SF24 or IPL T SFI244 can be configured to send an e-mail if the rack  
temperature exceeds a specific temperature.  
IPL T SF24  
The Extron IPL T SF24 is a compact Ethernet control interface with integral  
Web server, two serial ports, and four Flex I/O ports.  
When configured as digital inputs, the Flex I/O ports can connect to switches,  
motion sensors, moisture sensors, and tally feedback. This provides the ability  
to receive status from a variety of devices including projector lifts, motorized  
projection screens, room partition switches, and push buttons.  
When configured as digital outputs, the Flex I/O ports can drive LEDs,  
incandescent lamps, or other devices. For applications that require contact  
closure control, the Flex I/O ports can interface with an Extron IPA T RLY4, an  
IP Link accessory featuring four isolated relays.  
IR Ports  
The IPL T SFI244 includes four fully programmable IR ports. Each IR port can  
output IR signals with or without the carrier signal using an optional wired IR  
emitter or IR broadcaster. IR control data can be collected and stored in two  
ways: IR data file download and IR learning. Extron maintains a large library of  
storage in the IPL T SFI244. The IPL T SFI244 will power four IR emitters; each  
can be located up to 400 feet away.  
IPL T SFI244  
The Extron IPL T SFI244 is a compact Ethernet control interface with integral  
Web server, two serial ports, four Flex I/O ports, four IR ports, and an IR learner.  
IR Learning  
Flex I/O  
The IPL T SFI244 has the ability to learn IR commands for virtually any IR  
controllable device. The Extron IR Learner software, on intuitive PC-based  
application for assisting with IR learning and managing IR data files, is available  
at no charge and can be downloaded from the Extron Web site.  
Model  
Serial Ports  
IR Ports  
Ports  
IPL T SF24  
(2) RS-232/RS-422/RS-485  
(2) RS-232  
4
0
4
IPL T SFI244  
4
 
FEATURES  
I Bi-directional serial ports – Both models provide two serial ports  
for control of two independent serial devices. When configured  
for pass-through mode, the interfaces can pass through  
commands from an existing control system and also control and  
monitor attached devices.  
I Global Viewer Web-based asset management application –  
The Extron Global Viewer software is the free Web-based asset  
management and control application designed specifically for IP  
Link network interfaces. The Global Viewer enables asset  
management functions including proactive maintenance, event  
scheduling, remote technical support, and theft alerts.  
I Four Flex I/O ports – The Flex I/O ports can be configured as  
either inputs or outputs and can interface with devices such as  
relays, LEDs, and switches. The ports can also be configured to  
receive analog voltages for use with photo sensors, level  
feedback, and more.  
Control Screen  
Remotely control basic functions such  
as power, volume, and inputs.  
Monitor Screen  
Remotely monitor power and  
projector lamp hours.  
I IR learning capability – The IPL T SFI244 can be configured to  
learn IR codes from a device's IR remote, enabling Web-based  
control of many popular A/V devices via the network.  
Schedule Screen  
I Global compatibility – All IP Link products use industry standard  
Ethernet communication protocols, including ARP, DHCP, ICMP  
(ping), TCP/IP, Telnet, HTTP, and SMTP.  
Conveniently schedule  
troubleshooting, automatic  
monitoring, or system power.  
I Integral Web server – Each IP Link interface features a built-in  
Web server with 1.25 MB of flash memory for storing the Global  
Viewer management application and any user customized web  
pages.  
I High performance architecture – Web pages are served many  
times faster (6 Mbit/sec transfer rate) than similar products, so  
data is refreshed at a consistently high speed.  
I Multi-user support – Each IP Link device supports multiple  
concurrent users, improving system throughput by sending  
information in parallel.  
I Multiple levels of security with password protection – User  
access level authorizes limited entry to only pre-designated  
functions, while administrator access level permits full access to  
advanced settings.  
Centralize management of  
all A/V equipment in the  
building or all over the  
world.  
Intuitive interface makes  
operations easier.  
I Real-time clock – Programmable operating alerts, sequencing,  
and automatic monitoring with the internal real-time clock and  
calendar allow IP Link interfaces to routinely check a connected  
device.  
Web pages can be customized  
and tailored to meet customer  
needs and facilitate  
functionality.  
I Power options – For added reliability, users can power up the  
IPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 over existing Ethernet cabling (IEEE  
802.3af), eliminating the need for a local power supply, or locally  
with the included external, international power supply.  
I Intuitive configuration utility – The Global Viewer Configurator,  
a Windows® based program makes product setup simple and  
easy. Based on information provided by the user, the Global  
Viewer Configurator creates all of the files needed to build the  
Global Viewer Web-based asset management application and  
uploads them to the interface; no HTML programming  
knowledge is required.  
I Extensive library of downloadable device drivers – Drivers for a  
wide variety of projectors, A/V devices and Extron products are  
available for download from the Extron Web site  
(www.extron.com).  
Example of screen to control an Extron  
CrossPoint matrix switcher.  
 
SPECIFICATIONS  
SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE  
Port number/type  
IPL T SF24.............................. 2 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485  
configurable serial  
Analog inputs ............................ 12 bit A/D, 0 to 24VDC  
Pin configurations ...................... 1, 2, 3, 4 = digital I/Os 1, 2, 3, 4;  
5 = GND  
IPL T SFI244 .......................... 2 RS-232 only  
Connectors  
IPL T SF24.............................. (2) 9-pin male D and (1) 3.5 mm  
5-pole captive screw connector  
IPL T SFI244 .......................... (1) 3.5 mm 5-pole captive screw  
connector  
Baud rate and protocol .............. 300 to 115200 baud  
Default settings (adjustable): 9600,  
8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity  
IR/SERIAL (IR/S) CONTROL INTERFACE — IPL T SFI244 ONLY  
Output number.......................... 4  
Connectors ................................ (1) 3.5 mm 8-pole captive screw  
connector  
IR output carrier frequency ........ 30 kHz to 1 MHz  
Pin configurations ...................... pins 1, 3, 5, 7 = S1, S2, S3, S4  
pins 2, 4, 6, 8 = GND  
GENERAL  
Pin configurations  
Serial, 9-pin D  
Power ........................................ 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz,  
10 watts, external, autoswitchable;  
to 12VDC, 1 A power supply.  
RS-232 (default)................ 2 = RX, 3 = TX, 5 = GND, 7 = RTS,  
8 = CTS  
RS-422.............................. 2 = RX-, 3 = TX-, 5 = GND,  
7 = TX+, 8 = RX+  
Product requires 0.5 A.  
Temperature/humidity................ Storage -40° to +158°F  
(-40° to +70°C) / 10% to 90%,  
RS-485................................ 2&3 = data- and tie 2&3,  
5 = GND, 7&8 = data+ and tie 7&8  
Serial, 5-pole captive screw.... COM1: pin 1 = TX, 2 = RX, 3 = GND  
COM2: pin 4 = TX, 5 = RX, 3 = GND  
Program control ............................ Extron’s Simple Instruction  
Set– SIS™  
non-condensing Operating +32° to  
+122°F (0° to +50°C) / 10% to  
90%, non-condensing  
Rack mount................................ Yes, with optional 1U rack shelf,  
part #60-190-01, or the  
Global Viewer requirements .......... Microsoft® Internet Explorer ver. 6  
or higher or Netscape® Navigator  
VersaTools® rack shelf,  
part #60-190-20; also under-  
furniture mountable with optional  
brackets #70-212-01or projector  
ver. 7 or higher  
ETHERNET CONTROL INTERFACE  
mountable with optional brackets  
#70-217-01  
Enclosure type............................ Metal  
Enclosure dimensions ................ 1.7" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D (1U high,  
quarter rack width) 4.3 cm H x  
10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D (Depth  
excludes connectors.)  
Product weight .......................... 0.7 lbs (0.3 kg)  
Shipping weight ........................ 2 lbs (1 kg)  
Vibration .................................... ISTA/NSTA 1A in carton  
(International Safe Transit  
Connectors ................................ 1 RJ-45 male connector  
Data rate .................................. 10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with  
autodetect  
Protocols .................................. ARP, DHCP, ICMP (ping), TCP/IP,  
Telnet, HTTP, SMTP  
Default settings .......................... Link speed and duplex  
level = autodetected  
IP address = 192.168.254.254,  
subnet mask = 255.255.0.0,  
default gateway = 0.0.0.0  
DHCP = off  
Association)  
Listings ...................................... UL, CUL  
Compliances .............................. CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, AS/NZS,  
ICES  
MTBF.......................................... 30,000 hours  
Warranty .................................... 3 years parts and labor  
FLEX I/O CONTROL INTERFACE  
Number/type ............................ 4 analog or digital (configurable)  
Connectors ................................ (1) 3.5 mm captive screw  
connector, 5-pole captive screw  
connector  
Model  
Part Numbers  
Digital inputs  
IPL T SF24 .................................. 60-544-02  
IPL T SFI244 .............................. 60-544-06  
Input voltage range .............. 0-24VDC, clamped at +30VDC  
Input impedance .................. 28 kohms  
Programmable pullup ............ 2 kohms to +5VDC  
Threshold low to high............ Programmable range: 100 mV to  
24VDC, default = 2VDC  
Threshold high to low............ Programmable range: 100 mV to  
24VDC, default = 1VDC  
Digital outputs .......................... 250 mA sink from 24VDC max.  
Optional Accessories  
1U 19" VersaTools rack shelf kit .. 60-190-20  
1U 19" rack shelf kit .................. 60-190-01  
Under desk mount...................... 70-212-01  
Projector mount kit .................... 70-217-01  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
 
IP LINKAPPLICATIONS  
The role of the technical administrator in today’s schools and  
businesses has expanded to include management and  
maintenance of A/V devices from multiple manufacturers, often  
spread out over great distances. IP Link makes it easier to integrate  
A/V systems into existing IP networks, providing Web-based  
monitoring and control that unifies A/V equipment under a single  
common graphical user interface.  
Alarm System  
RS-232  
Projector  
4
Y
Screen  
Control  
RELA  
3
Y
RELA  
2
Y
NO  
C
NC  
RELA  
1
Y
NO  
C
NC  
RELA  
NO  
C
NC  
Extron  
IPL T RLY4  
Relay box  
NO  
C
NC  
Extron  
IPL T SFI244  
Ethernet Control  
Interface  
IR  
4
3
2
1
G
FLEX I/O  
S
G
4
S
Extron  
3
2
x-xx  
G
-x  
S
x
1
G
S
Lighting System  
COM2  
Global ViewerTM  
Free Web-Based  
Management Software  
LAN  
00-05-A6-x  
COM1  
RX  
RX  
TX  
POWER  
X
The IPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 use Extron’s exclusive IP Link™  
technology, a high performance intelligent network solution  
specifically engineered to meet the needs of professional A/V  
environments, from large universities and businesses to small  
presentation environments.  
TX  
12VMA  
.5A  
TCP/IP  
Network  
RS-232  
VCR/  
DVD 2  
Ethernet  
Extron  
IR Emitters  
DVD 1  
Thermostat  
Remote  
Monitoring,  
Scheduling and  
Control  
DSS Receiver  
At its core, each IP Link Ethernet control interface is a complete,  
high performance, Web server with robust computing power. Each  
one contains a very fast processor with a latency, or delay, of less  
than one millisecond from the time it receives a command to the  
time it acts on that command. As a result, Web pages are served  
many times faster than similar products, so data is refreshed at a  
consistently high speed. The core technology and high  
performance architecture of IP Link interfaces makes them ideal for  
implementing A/V system management over the most widely  
available transport medium today, the corporate IP network.  
PC  
Presentation Room  
operations. For instance, an administrator may want to configure  
projectors and other devices to power on or off at preset times.  
User-defined tasks are easy to configure and schedule with IP Link.  
Scheduling tasks and setting up e-mail reminders is simple and  
straightforward and doesn’t require high-level programming skills.  
Remote Technical Support  
Centralized Asset Management and Monitoring  
One of the biggest challenges facing technical administrators  
today is meeting the ever-growing demands for technical support  
with limited support staff. IP Link extends the support staff’s reach,  
giving technicians the power to troubleshoot and solve many  
typical problems remotely. With access to real-time A/V device  
status, such as power on or off, and current input selection,  
technicians can often restore system operation in minutes. The  
result is time saved and a reduced level of frustration for users.  
Using IP Link hardware along with the Global Viewer Web-based  
asset management application, a technical administrator can track  
the activity and status of all connected A/V devices. Multiple  
rooms of equipment can be viewed simultaneously, by location or  
device type. IP Link makes up-to-the-minute data available like  
serial numbers, maintenance history, usage data, current status,  
and installed firmware, all viewable from any computer on the  
network. With IP Link’s e-mail functionality, accessed via the Global  
Viewer, devices can be configured to proactively manage  
themselves. For instance, a projector can be polled routinely to  
track lamp usage and total life time. When lamp usage reaches a  
predetermined number of hours, the IP Link interface can send an  
e-mail, reminding technicians to replace the lamp.  
System Security and Loss Prevention  
IP Link interfaces are always on and routinely poll their connected  
devices for status information. If a serially controlled device like a  
projector or document camera is physically disconnected from the  
network, the IP Link interface monitoring its status will know  
immediately. In such an event, the IP Link interface can be  
configured to send an e-mail message notifying security personnel  
of the problem.  
Automated Scheduling  
IP Link interfaces include a real-time clock, allowing an  
administrator to program operating alerts, schedule routine  
equipment activity, or run maintenance checks on lamp hours,  
environmental conditions, connectivity, and other issues vital to  
E-mail Message  
Theft Alert  
Help Desk  
Remote Device monitoring, scheduling and  
control using Global Viewer Web-based asset  
management application  
 
APPLICATION DIAGRAMS  
Motion Detector  
Screen  
Motion Detector  
Control  
Projector  
RS-232  
Projector  
Extron  
4
Y
Screen  
Control  
RELA  
3
Y
RELA  
2
Y
NO  
C
NC  
RELA  
1
Y
IPL T SFI244  
Ethernet Network  
Interface  
NO  
C
NC  
RELA  
NO  
C
NC  
Lighting  
Control  
NO  
C
NC  
Extron  
IPL T RLY4  
or Lighting  
System  
Lighting  
Control  
or Lighting  
System  
Relay Box  
IR  
4
3
Extron  
2
1
G
FLEX I/O  
S
G
4
S
xx  
3
2
G
S
1
G
S
IPL T SF24  
Ethernet Network  
Interface  
COM2  
00-05-A6-xx-xx-  
LAN  
COM1  
RX  
COM  
COM  
3
2
RX  
TX  
POWER  
X
TX  
12V  
MA  
.5A  
2
COM2  
COM1  
RX  
TCP/IP  
Network  
I/O  
3
UID# 09301205  
LAN  
4
RX  
TX  
2
1
TX  
RS-232  
POWER  
X
Laptop  
12V  
MA  
VCR/  
DVD 2  
.5A  
DVD  
RS-232  
VCR  
DISPLAY  
POWER  
6
0
o
2 lle  
r
Ctr  
ML n  
in  
o
C
k
L
ia  
VOLUME  
ed  
M
Ethernet  
MAX/  
MIN  
TCP/IP  
Network  
AUX/MIX  
LEVEL  
RS-232  
4
on  
Extr  
her  
3
INPUT SELECT  
2
Extron  
IR Emitters  
DVD 1  
MLS 100 Series  
1
MediaLink Switc  
Remote  
Extron  
MLC 206  
MediaLink Controller  
Monitoring  
Scheduling  
and Control  
Ethernet  
Remote  
Monitoring  
Scheduling  
and Control  
Extron  
MLS 103 SV  
S-video & Audio  
Switcher  
DSS Receiver  
PANEL DRAWINGS  
IPL T SFI244  
R
IPL T SF24  
COM  
I/O  
COM  
I/O  
IR  
100  
LINK  
ACT  
TX  
RX  
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
100  
1
2
3
4
1
R
1
2
LINK  
ACT  
2
IPL T SF24 (Front)  
IPL T SFI244 (Front)  
COM 1  
00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx  
00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx  
FLEX I/O  
IR  
LAN  
POWER  
12V  
.5A MAX  
LAN  
POWER  
12V  
.5A MAX  
COM 2  
I/O  
COM1  
COM2  
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
COM1  
COM2  
1
2
3
4
TX RX  
TX RX  
S
G
S
G
S
G
S
G
TX RX  
TX RX  
IPL T SF24 (Back)  
IPL T SFI244 (Back)  
Extron Electronics, Europe  
Beeldschermweg 6C  
3821 AH Amersfoort, The Netherlands  
+800.3987.6673 +31.33.453.4040  
FAX +31.33.453.4050  
Extron Electronics, Asia  
Extron Electronics, Japan  
Extron Electronics, USA  
1230 South Lewis Street  
Anaheim, CA 92805  
800.633.9876 714.491.1500  
FAX 714.491.1517  
135 Joo Seng Rd. #04-01  
Daisan DMJ Bldg. 6F, 3-9-1 Kudan Minami  
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0074  
Japan  
PM Industrial Bldg., Singapore 368363  
+800.7339.8766 +65.6383.4400  
FAX +65.6383.4664  
+81.3.3511.7655 FAX +81.3.3511.7656  
04-03  
68-890-01  
REV. B  
© 2004 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.  
 

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