User Interface

The MKP 2000's user interface features a large, alphanumeric LED display and a 12-button keypad. In addition to a 10-key numeric keypad for input and output number entry, other MKP 2000 user interface functions include:

• The Back button functions as a "backspace" for correcting the last digit of an entered input or output number.
• Using the Cancel button, a user can clear the LED display to 000, erasing any entered numbers or error messages.
• The Input button specifies that the next number entered is an input, while the Output button specifies that the next number entered is an output.
• The Take button executes the crosspoint tie created with the input and output selection. It is equivalent of the Enter button on a matrix switcher's front panel.
• The LED display shows the input or output number most recently entered using the MKP 2000's numeric keys. It also provides configuration status information during installation and setup.

Control Options

The MKP 2000 is designed to work with any Extron matrix switcher using Extron's SIS?- Simple Instruction Set command structure, and is equipped with Ethernet and RS-232 serial control ports.

The MKP 2000 features two RS-232 ports, one for primary communication with the matrix switcher, and a second pass-through port which enables the use of a third-party control system. In addition, several MKP 2000s can be daisy-chained together via RS-232.

In a network environment, the Ethernet port allows the MKP 2000 to be placed on a standard TCP/IP network for use with IP Link enabled matrix switchers such as Extron's CrossPoint 450 Plus Series and MAV Plus Series. An unlimited number of MKP 2000s can be connected to the matrix switcher as part of a simple IP network.

One of the key features of the MKP 2000 is virtual I/O grouping, which allows access to specific inputs and outputs to be assigned or blocked for each MKP 2000 utilized in a system design. For example, each room in a multi-room application can have its own set of allowed inputs and outputs programmed into the local MKP 2000. Any number of MKP 2000 remote panels can be integrated into the system, and each can be restricted to a certain set of I/Os with relatively little effort.

Integrated Web Server

The MKP 2000's integrated, high performance IP Link Web provides internal Web pages for easy set-up and configuration. The System Settings page consolidates controls for IP address setup, RS-232 control port setting, and switcher I/O configuration, including I/O authorization for the virtual I/O grouping function.

Features

 

• 10-key numeric keypad
• ?Enables quick and easy creation of I/O ties.

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• ?Each MKP 2000 can be configured with its own unique set of inputs and outputs. By limiting user access to specific I/O ties, custom switching zones can be easily created.

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• ?Allows the user to recall the most recent input or output selected and view it on the MKP 2000's LED display.

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• ?In addition to the primary RS-232 port for matrix switcher communication, the MKP 2000 also includes a second RS-232 pass-through port. This provides a convenient communication path when a third-party control system is used in conjunction with the MKP 2000.

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• ?Multiple MKP 2000s can be added to any matrix system, providing convenient points of control from virtually any location.

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• ?Remote control can be added to both new and existing Extron matrix switcher installations.

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• ?The MKP 2000 can be easily configured through its Ethernet port, using a Web browser such as Microsoft's Internet Explorer.

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• ?The MKP 2000 can switch both physical and virtual I/Os on large switchers such as the Extron Matrix 12800.

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• ?The latest firmware can be conveniently downloaded from the Extron Web site. Updates for new features and capabilities can be easily upgraded through the Ethernet port.

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• ?The MKP 2000 is mounted to a two-gang wall plate that can be installed on a conference table or podium, or in a wall, using any standard, 2.5-inch deep, two-gang masonry or surface mount box.

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