{"product_id":"extron-mlc-55-rs-eu-rs-232-and-ir-control-medialink-controllers","title":"Extron MLC 55 RS EU RS-232 and IR Control MediaLink Controllers","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Extron MLC 55 RS EU Series MediaLink Controllers provide compact, reliable AV system control in a European-style single-gang wall-mount format. Equipped with six customizable backlit soft-touch buttons and a rotary volume control with LED level indication, these controllers deliver intuitive operation for source selection, power management, volume adjustment, and preset recall in professional presentation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned for simplicity and ease of integration, the MLC 55 RS EU Series features RS-232 and IR control ports for direct command of projectors, flat-panel displays, switchers, amplifiers, and other AV components. Configurable button macros and presets enable one-touch system startup\/shutdown sequences, reducing user training time and ensuring consistent operation across multiple rooms or facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eConstructed with durable plastic housings and illuminated buttons available in white or black finishes, the controllers maintain a clean, professional appearance that fits standard European single-gang electrical boxes. The backlit buttons offer excellent visibility in low-light conditions, while customizable engraving options allow precise labeling tailored to specific room functions, languages, or institutional branding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePrimary applications include classrooms, lecture halls, training rooms, small-to-medium conference rooms, and huddle spaces across Europe, the Middle East, and regions using EU-style wall boxes. The controllers are especially effective in educational institutions and corporate environments seeking cost-effective, user-friendly AV control without requiring network connectivity or advanced programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompatibility focuses on Extron AV devices such as matrix switchers, distribution amplifiers, scalers, and amplifiers, as well as third-party projectors, displays, and source equipment via RS-232 and IR. The series integrates with Extron control systems when expanded functionality is needed, while the built-in IR learner and RS-232 pass-through simplify setup for common AV components without external hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInstallation is efficient and fully compliant with European standards: mount the controller in a standard EU single-gang electrical box, connect power via the included 12 VDC supply, wire RS-232 and IR ports to AV equipment, and configure basic functions using Extron's configuration software or pre-loaded presets. The design supports quick field adjustments, easy servicing, and a flush, professional wall appearance that aligns with regional electrical norms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFeatures Chart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSix customizable backlit soft-touch buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eProvides clear, intuitive control with room-specific or multilingual labeling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRotary volume control with LED level indication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEnables precise audio adjustment with immediate visual feedback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRS-232 and bidirectional IR control ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSupports direct command of projectors, displays, switchers, and other devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eConfigurable macros and presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eAllows one-touch system startup\/shutdown and custom scene recall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eWhite or black finish options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMatches common EU wall box and room aesthetics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eIR learning capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSimplifies integration of third-party devices without complex programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eEU single-gang wall-mount design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFits standard European electrical boxes for code-compliant, flush installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDurable construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWithstands frequent use in high-traffic educational and corporate settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications Table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMediaLink Controller series – EU version\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eModels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWall-mount (MLC 55 RS EU variants)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eControl Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e1 × RS-232, 1 × bidirectional IR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e12 VDC external supply (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eButton Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e6 backlit soft-touch buttons + rotary volume knob with LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWhite or black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eStandard EU single-gang electrical box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eExtron configuration software or pre-loaded presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompare Chart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eExtron MLC 55 RS EU Series\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eGeneric EU Single-Gang AV Controller\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eCompetitor EU-Style Wall Controller\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eButton \u0026amp; Knob Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003e6 backlit + volume knob with LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOften 4–8 buttons, no knob\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eButtons only, variable feedback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eControl Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eRS-232 + bidirectional IR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRS-232 or IR only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eIR common, RS-232 optional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCustomization Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMacros, presets, engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eBasic labeling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eLimited or app-based\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWhite or black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSingle color often\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFixed or painted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMounting Fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eStandard EU single-gang box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSimilar EU single-gang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEU wall-focused, less flexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eExtron Ecosystem Integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eNative with Extron AV devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eLimited or third-party\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBrand-specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProfessional AV Optimization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eTailored for classrooms\/conference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eGeneral control use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eGood but less AV-tuned\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSetup Simplicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eConfiguration software + presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eVaries, often more manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSimilar but less intuitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the Extron MLC 55 RS EU Series designed for? It provides simple, reliable AV system control with backlit buttons and a volume knob in a European single-gang wall-mount format for classrooms, conference rooms, and similar spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow many control buttons are included? The controllers feature six customizable backlit soft-touch buttons plus a rotary volume control with LED indication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat ports are available for device control? It includes one RS-232 port and one bidirectional IR port for direct integration with AV equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the MLC 55 RS EU require network connectivity? No, it operates as a standalone controller with local RS-232 and IR control; Ethernet is not required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan the buttons be customized? Yes, buttons are backlit, fully configurable, and support engraving for room-specific or multilingual functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat mounting standard does the MLC 55 RS EU follow? 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