Extron MLC 62 RS D IR and RS-232 Control - Decorator-Style wallplate

The MLC 62 RS D is an easy-to-use keypad controller for use in classrooms and meeting facilities. It mounts to a decorator-style wallplate and offers eight backlit soft touch buttons for a contemporary look and feel. The MLC 62 RS D provides control capabilities for common AV functions including power, input switching, and volume control. The MLC 62 RS D provides RS-232 serial and IR ports for universal display control. In addition, a digital input and two relays are included for monitoring and controlling other systems in the room.

Consistent Control in Every Room

The MLC 62 RS D serves as a replacement for a display's handheld IR remote, providing user-friendly control for a display or projector's power, volume, and input selection. With the MLC 62 RS D, there are no misplaced remotes to search for, no confusing menus to navigate, and no dead batteries. No matter what brand of display is installed in each presentation venue, the MLC RS 62 D MediaLink Controller always provides a consistent control method from room to room. Presenters with little or no training can walk into any MediaLink equipped classroom and operate the AV system with minimal effort.

Two relays and a digital input provide provide advanced control of the AV system. The relays enable the control of lighting, screen settings, and other device functions, while a digital input provides monitoring control for a variety of devices such as sensors and switches.

Customizable Backlit Buttons

The controller incorporates eight soft touch, tactile buttons, including power on, power off, volume up, volume down, and source selections. Using the intuitive setup software provided, these buttons can be configured to send out any IR or RS-232 command supported by the display, making it easy to customize the controller to meet the needs of most single-display AV systems. Macro mode provides additional flexibility by allowing all of the stored commands associated with one button to be executed with a single button press. Toggle mode provides additional flexibility by allowing two different sets of commands to be executed with alternating presses of a button. 

The source buttons offer a choice between a single or dual function setup by simply swapping out the bezel and buttons with an optional bezel kit. The MLC 62 RS D ships as an eight-button controller. With the optional MLM 62 D 6B, it can be converted to a six button controller for applications that require only two inputs or functions.

MLC 62 RS D buttons are available in pre-packaged kits, or may be ordered individually. Ordering individual buttons is easy. The Extron Custom Button Builder is our online tool that enables convenient and simple customization of soft-touch, backlit buttons for a variety of Extron control products.

Easy to Configure

No programming knowledge is necessary to configure MLC 62 RS D MediaLink Controllers. When used with the supplied Windows®-based configuration software, installation files can be saved and used to duplicate additional MLC 62 models. The files can also be archived for later use. In addition, the MLC 62 RS D contains a mini USB port located behind the decorator-style wallplate. The wallplate can be easily removed to allow for easy configuration access without having to remove the installed controller.

• Easy-to-use MLC 62 Series Configuration Program - Provides fast and simple setup via RS-232 or USB when combined with one of many ready-to-use IR or RS-232 device drivers available on the Extron Web site. The configuration program and MLC 62 RS D also support IR Learning for creating new IR drivers from the handheld remote of a source or display device.

Features

• Eight customizable backlit buttons — Standard buttons available for power on, power off, volume up, volume down, and source selection. A variety of pre-labeled buttons are included, allowing the controllers to be easily customized to suit the application. Backlit buttons provide ease of use in low-light environments.
• Unidirectional RS-232 and configurable IR ports for universal display control — The MLC 62 RS D has a dedicated port for communicating with virtually any projector or flat panel display via unidirectional RS-232 or IR control. Display control drivers can be downloaded from the Extron Web site and used to configure the controller.
• Two relays — Enables room control for lights and screens
• Digital input — Enables monitoring of a switch or sensor.
• Easy-to-use configuration software provides fast and simple set-up
• Thousands of Extron certified, ready-to-use device drivers are available
• IR learning capability — The MLC 60 Series Configuration Program is able to capture IR codes from a device’s handheld remote control.
• Mini USB port located behind decorator-style wallplate for easy configuration access without removing installed controller
• Volume adjustment buttons with LED level indication — Individual up and down buttons for audio level control with five LEDs that indicate current audio settings.
• Pre-printed buttons included for controller customization — Buttons printed with various labels are supplied and can be changed individually to match the control application.
• Macro capability — Any button can be configured to execute multiple actions through the serial and IR control ports. For instance, the touch of a single button could trigger commands to turn on the display, select the display's RGB input, and trigger a relay.
• Toggle mode — Provides additional flexibility by allowing two different sets of commands to be executed with alternating presses of a button.
• Source buttons offer a choice between a single or dual function setup by simply using an optional Six Button Bezel Kit — In applications where only a single function is necessary for one source device, a dual function bezel and button can be replaced with a single function bezel and button.
• Built-in speaker — Provides audible feedback when buttons are pressed to confirm user action.
• Inactivity timer for display shutoff — Adjustable timer controls automatic shutdown to conserve energy, prevent plasma burn-in, or extend projector's lamp life.
• Front panel security lockout — If the MLC 62 RS D is installed in an unsecured environment where easy access is not desirable, a security lockout feature may be implemented to lock out all front panel controls.
• Activity LED to indicate various controller states — Bi-color, green and red LED indicates button presses, the transfer of data, front panel lockout, and other actions.
• Easily accessible, front mount configuration — IR Transceiver, switches, reset button, and mini USB configuration port are strategically located behind the easily removable wallplate.
• Pluggable captive screw connectors — Provide quick and easy connection to the controller for easy installation and troubleshooting.
• Section 508 Compliant — Meets or exceeds accessibility standards for Electronic Information Technology. For more information about Extron's Commitment to Accessibility please see our Accessibility Page.
• Mounts in a decorator-style wallplate
• Mud ring included
• Includes black and white decorator-style faceplates
• External Extron Everlast™ power supply included — Provides worldwide power compatibility with high-demonstrated reliability and low power consumption
• Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty
• TAA Compliant version available — Please inform your local Extron representative if your order requires compliance with TAA regulations.

MLC 62 Series
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
Decorator-style models	1 front panel female USB mini B
MK and EU models	1 side panel female USB mini 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 decorator-style 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
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, 0.5 A, 6 watts
Power consumption
MLC 62 RS models
Device	2.1 watts, 12 VDC
Device and power supply	2.5 watts, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
MLC 62 IR D
Device	1.0 watt, 12 VDC
Device and power supply	1.5 watts, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Ambient 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
Thermal dissipation
MLC 62 RS models
Device	7.0 BTU/hr
Device and power supply	8.4 BTU/hr
MLC 62 IR D
Device	3.4 BTU/hr
Device and power supply	5.1 BTU/hr
Mounting
Rack mount	No
Furniture or wall mount
Decorator-style models	Mounts in a standard 1 gang US electrical junction box or with included mud ring.
EU model	Mounts in a standard 1 gang EU electrical junction box with 60 mm mounting centers. An adapter frame is included.
MK model	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 decorator-style wallplate.
Device	4.19" H x 1.84" W x 1.5" D (106 mm H x 47 mm W x 37 mm D) (Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the wall or furniture for the device plus cable clearance.)
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	317" H x 3.17" W x 0.40" D (81 mm H x 81 mm W x10 mm D)
Device	2.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.5" D (55 mm H x 55 mm W x 37 mm D) Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the junction box for device plus cable clearance.)
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	3.40" H x 3.40" W x 0.41" D (87 mm H x 87 mm W x 11 mm D)
Device	2.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.5" D (55 mm H x 55 mm W x 37 mm D) Depth includes connectors and buttons. Allow enough depth in the junction box for device plus cable clearance.)
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)
Regulatory compliance	CE, C-Tick, c-UL, FCC Class A, ICES, UL, VCCI Class A Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS, WEEE, and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d).
Product warranty	3 years parts and labor
Everlast power supply warranty	7 years parts and labor
NOTE     All nominal levels are at ±10%.
NOTE     Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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