ELAN gSC10
g! System Controller 10 Serial Ports

Can a g1, gSC2 or gSC10 be used as an extender to an HCXX controller?

Yes! Any combination ofa g1, gSC2 /andor gSC10 can be used as an extender to an HCXX controller.

Can a gSC10 configuration be restored to a gSC2 or vice-versa?

No, just as with the HC series controllers you may only restore a backup onto the same configuration controller.

Can an HCXX configuration be restored into a g1, gSC2 or gSC10?

Not at this time. When transitioning from a HCXX to a gSC/g1 you must reprogram the new controller.

Can an HCXX controller be used as an extender on a g!, gSC1 or gSC10?

No, an HCXX controller cannot be used as an extender on a g!, gSC1 or gSC10.

Can an HCXX controller be used as an extender on a g!, gSC1 or gSC10?

No, an HCXX controller cannot be used as an extender on a g!, gSC1 or gSC10.

Can I still use my exported IR files, media source templates and any other files that I exported from a HCXX controller with the g1, gSC2 and gSC10 controllers?

Yes, you can.,/p>

Do the SC controllers operate the same way in Wi-Fi as they do connected to the network over Ethernet?

Yes.

Does ELAN recommend specific network configurations or equipment with regards to using Wi-Fi and the new controllers?

No.

How do I integrate an HR2 or gHR200?

The HR2 and gHR200 remote are integrated in the same way on all g! systems. Please see the integration note here:http://www.elanportal.com/supportdocs/catalog/HR2_3.pdf.

How do I reset the gSC10 and are there different types of resets available?

The reset switch is recessed and located on the bottom of the gSC10. You'll need something like a paper clip to press it.

  • A single press and release will reset the gSC10's IP address to DHCP and reset the WiFi configuration to factory default
  • A single press and hold for 15 seconds will reset the programming back to default
  • Pressing the reset button while powering up the gSC10 will reset the programming and core module version back to factory default

How do I set up a favorites list?

The basic steps of adding TV Channel favorites in Configurator are:

  1. Configure the IR Device by selecting the appropriate tuning type, minimumdigits, and pre- and post-tune commands as necessary.
  2. Configure the TV Channel favorites on the Content tab by entering thechannel numbers for the appropriate tuning type.
  3. Add a TV Channel Favorites control to a custom interface and connect it tothe appropriate IR Device.

For more details, see Lesson 9, Exercise 9 of the latest g! Training Guide Version 7.1

How do I set up a static IP address for the controller?

Using g!Tools, click on the Network Manager tab. A scan will automatically start the first time that you click on this tab after opening g!Tools. Select your system controller from the list and click on the Configure IP button. You can assign a static IP address here.

It is important that you fill out all fields with values that pertain to your network — if you do not know what these values are, please consult an IT professional.

How do I set up the dealer access ports?

All g! systems can be accessed remotely from any viewer and the configurator using port forwarding. The port to be used can be set in the "Basic Information" area of the System Tab. The default port number is 2198.

How many viewer licenses are active out of the box?

Out of the box, 2 viewer licenses are included. Add1 additional viewer license to deliver unlimited viewer capability.

Is integration with the Niles MRC-6430 multi-room audio system supported?

YES, of course it is!

The g1 does integrate with the Niles MRC-6430 and is an excellent way to expand the system; please check out the integration notes here:g! / Niles MRC-6430 Integration Note

Is integration with the SpeakerCraft MRA-664 multi-room audio system supported?

YES, of course it is!

The g1 does integrate with the SpeakerCraft MRA-664 and is an excellent way to expand the system; please check out the integration notes here:g! / Niles MRC-6430 Integration Note

My old HCXX had an audio output that we used for doorbell notification, etc. What else do I need with the g1, gSC2 and gSC10 controllers to replace this solution?

You have a couple of options:

  • If you were only using the audio output for doorbell we suggest the Niles DBI-2.
  • If you were using it for additional audio functions then the g1 will have to be included in the system.

Please note that Text to Speech is no longer supported as of release 7.0.

What is the best solution for adding additional I/O to the new controllers?

In a video area, the g1 as an extender can provide OSD, user interface and additional serial and IR ports. Otherwise Xantech XLIP and Global Cache are both supported.

Will there be any limitations with the XLIP232 like there are on SerialBricks?

Serial bricks will not transmit 115200, XLIP will. Global Cache, g1, and XLIP are limited to 3 wire RS-232 connections.