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Name: Global Cache
Version: 1.0.5
Available for: Manager V5 (all versions), Showmaster (Pro)
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Device Brand: Global Cache
Resources types: Serial | I/O | Infrared 
 

 

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Overview:

Global Caché is leading the way in automation with hardware solutions aimed at connecting a network to the devices that we interact with everyday.

The GC-100 Network Adapter connects a network utilizing TCP/IP to infrared (IR), serial, relay and sensor inputs that can interrupt or be polled by network devices. An embedded web server allows easy configuration from any browser.

GC-100-06:

  • 1 x RS232 Serial port
  • 3 x independent user-selectable Infrared outputs or digital inputs
  • Dimensions: 6.0" L x 3.0" D x 1.3" H

GC-100-12:

  • 2 x RS232 Serial ports
  • 3 x relays (24V AC/DC@.5A normally open contact)
  • 6 x independent user-selectable Infrared outputs or digital inputs
  • Dimensions: 12.0" L x 3.0" D x 1.3" H

GC-100-18:

  • 2 x RS232 Serial ports
  • 3 x relays (24V AC/DC@.5A normally open contact)
  • 6 x independent user-selectable Infrared outputs or digital inputs
  • Dimensions: 17.5" L x 3.0" D x 1.3" H

For further information visit Global Caché web site: http://www.globalcache.com

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Installation:

GC-100 Resources Addressing

The GC-100 Network Adapter’s modular design concept provides a variety of capabilities that can be combined within a single enclosure. Each module provides a particular function, such as infrared (IR), digital input, or relay closure. A module may support one or more connectors of the same type. For example, an IR module has three independent IR outputs, whereas a serial module has only one DB9 connector for serial data. This is because the number of connectors a module can support is dictated by its 1.5 inch physical width.

At power on, module addresses are assigned starting with 0 for the left-most modules and increasing sequentially to the right until all module addresses are assigned. This presents a consistent programming interface as additional modules are added in the empty locations:

A connector’s address is its position within a module, starting at 1 on the left and increasing to the right. A complete connector address includes the module address and the connector location within the module separated by a colon.

GC-100 Network Configuration

The GC-100 is set by default to use DHCP to automatically obtain an IP address. To determine the IP address of a GC-100 using DHCP, run the GC-100 Discovery and Configuration Utility. Within three seconds of power up, the GC-100 will announce its IP address and display it in the list. The GC-100 will also periodically announce its IP address at intervals between 10 and 60 seconds while powered up. If the GC-100 is connected directly to a PC via crossover cable, or if there isn’t a DHCP service is available, the GC-100 will use the IP address of 192.168.1.70 as the default. The IP address and the setting to use DHCP can be changed on the GC-100 internal setup web pages by entering the GC-100’s IP address into a web browser’s address bar. Follow the link to Network Setup and select either DHCP or static and, if using a static IP, enter the new IP address and select “Apply.” The GC-100 will restart with the new IP address settings active.

Refer to Global Caché GC-100 documentation for further information.

Global Caché IR Learner

Global Caché’s GC-IRL IR Learner is used with a PC to learn the full spectrum, 30KHz to 500KHz, of IR codes that control infrared driven equipment.

The GC-IRL is easy to use. Install the GC-IRL Utility software and connect the GC-IRL device to the PC to establish communication between the GC-IRL and the PC software, send IR commands from a remote to test your setup, and adjust the settings for desired output.

The GC-IRL IR Learner Utility can also be downloaded from Global Caché’s website at http://www.globalcache.com in the Support Section.

To start using your GC-IRL follow the quick steps below:

  • Connect the GC-IRL to your PC and start the GC-IRL IR Learner Utility.
  • Select the correct COM port and select the “Connect” button.
  • Once communication with the GC-IRL is established, the LED on the GC-IRL should be solid red.
    Note: If the ACT light does not come on or continuously blinks, please verify the GC-IRL is connected properly and that the correct COM port is selected, then press “Connect” again to establish communication.
  • Point the remote control at the GC-IRL and push the buttons to begin capturing IR codes.
  • The ACT LED will blink when receiving an IR signal, and the information will appear in the GC-IRL Utility window.
  • The GC-IRL IR Learner Utility automatically copies the output string to the Windows clipboard, where it can easily be pasted (CTRL-V) into the Medialon Global Caché IR Driver Setup:

See Global Caché Infrared Driver Setup for more information.

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Setup (Resource):

Resource Scanning

If GC-100 Modules are present on the network, you can use Medialon Products Scan feature to discover them. Select the Resources node in the Medialon Products Browser. Right-click and use the New Resource Menu to start the scan process. For more information about the scan process, please refer to the Medialon Control System Reference Manual.

Serial Ports Setup

A Serial Global Caché resource can be manually added by right-clicking on the Serial Resource and selecting "New Resource > Global Caché Serial":

The Setup window opens, allowing you to manually enter the information for your Global Caché Serial Resource:

  • Enter the IP address of the GC-100 adaptor.
  • Select Serial Port as Resource Type.
  • Enter the Module Index of the Serial Resource to control.
  • Enter the name of the Serial Resource to be used by Manager.
  • Click on "OK" to add the Serial Resource.
  • Click on "Help" to open the resource help page.

Input/Output Ports Setup

A I/O Global Caché resource can be manually added by right-clicking on the I/O Resources and selecting "New Resource > Global Caché I/O":

Relay Output:

  • Enter the IP address of the GC-100 adaptor.
  • Select I/O Output Relay as Resource Type.
  • Enter the Module Index of the Relay resource to control. All three Relay Resources in this module will be added.
  • Enter the name of the I/O Resource to be used by Manager.
  • Click on "OK" to add the I/O Resource.
  • Click on "Help" to open the resource help page.

Digital Input:

  • Enter the IP address of the GC-100 adaptor.
  • Select I/O Digital Input as Resource Type.
  • Enter the Module Index of the Digital Input resource to control.
  • Select Connectors used as Digital Input.
  • Enter the name of the I/O resource to be used by Manager.
  • Click on "OK" to add the I/O Resource.
  • Click on "Help" to open the resource help page.

Digital Inputs and Infrared Channels share the same connectors as an exclusive type. Connector configuration is sent when Medialon Products start.

Infrared Ports Setup

A IR Global Caché resource can be manually added by right-clicking on IR Resources and selecting "New Resource > Global Caché Infrared":

  • Enter the IP address of the GC-100 adaptor.
  • Select IR Channel as Resource Type.
  • Enter the Module Index of the IR Resource to control.
  • Select Connectors used as IR Channel.
  • Enter the name of the Infrared Resource to be used in Manager.
  • Click on "OK" to add the IR Resource.
  • Click on "Help" to open the resource help page.
  • Click on "IR Drivers" to open the IR Driver Setup.

Digital Inputs and Infrared Channels share the same connector as an exclusive type. Connector configuration is sent when Medialon Products start.

Global Caché Infrared Driver Setup

The Global Caché IR Channel Setup window allows you to open the Global Caché IR Driver Setup.

MXM Medialon Infrared Device also provides access to the Global Caché IR Driver Setup through the "Select Infrared Driver" window:

To add commands to your driver, the commands can be learned with the Global Caché IR Learner or you can "import" these commands from a Pronto database:

New IR Driver creation

To add a new driver follow the steps below:

  • Click on "New driver".
  • Enter your "Driver Name".
  • Fill the other fields

All changes are automatically saved when the cursor leaves the field.

To edit an existing driver, select it in the driver list and modify its information.

Click on "Delete Driver" to erase the selected driver from the list.

To create a copy of an existing driver, click on "Duplicate Driver".

Add GC Format Command

To add commands to your driver you can use the Global Caché IR Learner, see Global Caché IR Learner.:

  • Click on "New Command"
  • Enter the name of the new command:
  • In the GC IR Learner Utility, Copy (Ctrl+C) the command frame learned.
  • Click in the "GC Command Frame" field.
  • Paste (Ctrl+V) the command frame learned with GC IR Learner Utility.

Add Pronto Format Command

To add commands in your driver you can "import" these commands from a Pronto IR Driver database:

  • Click on "New Command"
  • Enter the name of the new command:
  • Click in the "Pronto Command" field.
  • Paste the command frame copied from a Pronto database.
  • Click on "Convert" to convert the Pronto frame into a GC Command Frame:

A large Pronto IR Driver database can be found on www.remotecentral.com.

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Support(Difference with previous versions):

V 1.0.2:

  • Fixed: New created drivers were not displayed.
  • Fixed: Name of duplicated driver was not updated properly.

V 1.0.4:

  • Fixed: GlobalCaché resource name "GlobalCachéIO1" generate an invalid character under Chineses OS.

V 1.0.5:

  • Fixed: in Showmaster programming mode, a false open error is sometimes detected on other serial resources if a Global Caché controller is not present.

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