The Extron MKP 3000 MAAP is a mountable remote control panel designed to work with most Extron matrix switchers with via Ethernet or RS-232 serial control. The MKP 3000 MAAP offers simple, selection-knob or optional direct keypad access to inputs, outputs, presets, and audio volume settings, without the need for a computer or control system. When configured as an Ethernet-based control panel, multiple MKP 3000 MAAPs can be placed wherever switcher control is needed.
User Interface
The MKP 3000 MAAP's user interface features:
- LCD display – The two-line LCD display makes it easy to select and view the status of inputs, outputs, and presets.
- Selection scroll knob – Allows simple selection of inputs, outputs, and presets, as well as volume control.
- I/O plane selection button – Changes color to indicate audio only, video only, or audio and video.
- Tri-color, backlit buttons – Illuminate green, red, or amber, depending on function. The buttons can be custom-labeled for easy identification.
- MAAP opening – The MKP 3000 MAAP fits into a three-gang wallplate and includes an opening to accommodate up to four single space MAAP - Mini Architectural Adapter Plates. The opening allows for integration with many of Extron's MAAPs, including the MKP 10 MAAP. Blank MAAPs are not included.
Control Options
The MKP 3000 MAAP is designed to work with most Extron matrix switchers using Extron's SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command structure, and is equipped with Ethernet and RS-232 serial control ports.
The MKP 3000 MAAP features two RS-232 ports: one for primary communication with the matrix switcher, and one pass-through port for use of a control system. In addition, several MKP 3000 MAAP s can be daisy-chained together via RS-232. The MKP 3000 MAAP can also be combined with the Extron MKP 2000 to suit technical and/or control needs.
In a network environment, the Ethernet port allows an MKP 3000 MAAP to be placed on a standard TCP/IP network. An unlimited number of MKP 3000 MAAPs can be connected to a matrix switcher as part of a simple IP network.
A key feature of the MKP 3000 MAAP is virtual I/O grouping, which allows specific inputs and outputs to be assigned or blocked for each controller utilized in a system design. For example, each room in a multi-room application can have its own set of inputs and outputs programmed into a local MKP 3000 MAAP. Any number of control 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 3000 MAAP's integrated high performance Web server provides internal Web pages that offer an intuitive graphical interface 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. Inputs and outputs can be named for ease of operation in any switching application.