How-To Videos

Display

Looking for Global Scripter videos? You must be an Extron Authorized Programmer. Please contact your Extron representative.

  • ControlScript Programming: All Topics
  • ControlScript Programming: Extron Programming Utilities
  • ControlScript Programming: Data and File Handling
  • ControlScript Programming: Programming Topics
  • ControlScript Programming: Module Topics
  • Audio: All Topics
  • Audio: DSP Configurator
  • Audio: AES67 Audio
  • GUI Designer: All Topics
  • GUI Designer: Getting started
  • GUI Designer: Editing Features
  • GC Pro/Plus: All Topics
  • GC Pro/Plus: Getting Started and System Manager Topics
  • GC Pro/Plus: Project Property Features
  • GC Pro/Plus: User Interface Configuration Topics
  • GC Pro/Plus: Driver Topics
  • GC Pro/Plus: GlobalViewer Enterprise
  • GC Pro/Plus: Configuration Palette Topics
  • Installation
  • Wireless
  • Archive: All Topics
  • Archive: ControlScript Programming
  • Archive: GC Pro/Plus
  • Archive: Audio
  • Archive: Configuring for Control
  • Archive: Installation
184 Videos

Installation Videos

Step-by-step tutorials of device installations and Extron software click-thru

Installation How-To Videos

The Installation "How-To" collection of videos provide comprehensive insight into AV technologies used within Extron products and detailed step-by-step product installation tutorials as well as thorough click-thru software overviews.

Note: An Extron Insider account is required to view videos. Log in or Request an account.

PVM 220 Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 6-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

UPB 25 Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 4-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

USFM 100 Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 8-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

PoleVault Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 40-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

VoiceLift Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 40-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

Retractor Series/2 Installation Guide

Free, fully illustrated, 8-page guide providing details on every step of the installation process.

ShareLink Pro Touchless Room Configuration

Demonstration of how to configure the ShareLink Pro 1100 for touchless room control using an Extron OCS 100 occupancy sensor.

4:28
Getting Started with Extron Programming Utilities

Extron has added tools to support writing ControlScript programs in Visual Studio Code. We will install the required software (Python 3.5 and VS Code) to support then install the Extron ControlScript Extension in Microsoft Visual Studio Code and the ControlScript Deployment Utility.

5:47
Extron Module Support Library - eventEx

The ModuleSupport Helper Module contains several objects that can be used to aid in development of Extron Control System projects. ModuleSupport is added to new projects created using the Create New Project command of the Extron ControlScript Extension.

6:26
Extron Module Support Library - Manual Events

The ModuleSupport Helper Module contains several objects that can be used to aid in development of Extron Control System projects. ModuleSupport is added to new projects created using the Create New Project command of the Extron ControlScript Extension.

8:44
Interfacing with Room Scheduling Devices

The ControlScript RoomSchedulingInterface allows a programmer to incorporate scheduled events into room control system programming.

8:53
SF 3PT Installation Video

SF 3PT SoundField Pendant Speaker Installation

11:59
SF 26PT Installation Video

SF 26PT SoundField Pendant Speaker Installation

2:19
ShareLink Pro Welcome Screen Customization

Demonstration of how to customize the ShareLink Pro 1000 and ShareLink Pro 500 Standby and Connected screen images.

2:17
Search Available Commands

Using the Search feature in the “Available Commands” pane

2:24
Using QR Codes with Extron Control Systems

Using QR codes with Pro Series control systems. Details on Security Certificates in Toolbelt: www.extron.com/toolbeltsecurity Details on User Management in Toolbelt: www.extron.com/toolbeltusermanagement

1:33
Introduction

Configuring for Control videos provide direction on how to configure a legacy Extron control system with Global Configurator and GUI Configurator.

5:58
Using The Extron ControlScript Extension and Snippets

This video will demonstrate many of the features of the Extron ControlScript Extension in Microsoft Visual Studio Code including: ControlScript Documentation, AutoCompletion, Snippets, and the Create New Project macro.

2:36
Importing a GUI Designer File

Import a GUI Design File when adding a Touchlink Pro touchpanel to your configuration or updating an existing user interface.

6:40
Terminating for XTP Systems and DTP Systems

Learn how to properly terminate XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable and connectors

14:51
Creating a New Project and Modifying the Project Descriptor File

Using the ControlScript Extension to create a new project and modify the Project Descriptor file in VS Code.

1:51
Engineered System Drawings

Overview of application drawing that will be referenced throughout the Configuring for Control videos.

5:46
Configuring a NAV System

How to configure a NAV System using GC Plus and GC Pro

1:26
Navigating XTP Configuration Software

A narrated walk-through that demonstrates how quick and easy it is to setup and configure an XTP System using the comprehensive and intuitive XTP System Configuration Software.

2:37
Installing the Driver Package and Release Notes

Learn to install the Extron driver package and reference release notes. *Note: This video references links that are no longer active on the Extron website. For drivers, please click on the Download tab and select Control System Drivers.

9:16
Uploading a ControlScript Project Using the ControlScript Deployment Utility

Use the Extron ControlScript Deployment Utility to Upload and Download ControlScript projects and view troubleshooting logs and messages.

2:23
Exporting a Project from Global Scripter

Export a project from Global Scripter then modify the project in VS Code using the Extron ControlScript Extension.

2:58
Installing Global Configurator and DataViewer

Install Global Configurator and DataViewer software applications. *Note: This video references links that are no longer active on the Extron website. For software, please click on the Download tab and select Software

1:32
Installing GUI Configurator

Install GUI Configurator for layout design. *Note: This video references links that are no longer active on the Extron website. For software, please click on the Download tab and select Software.

10:26
Creating Custom Templates and Snippets

Using the Template Manager included in the Extron ControlScript Extension to create your own templates.

11:49
PVM 220 PlenumVault Installation Video

Overview and step-by-step installation of the PVM 220 PlenumVault Mounting Kit

1:53
Sending Emails and Email Manager

Create custom email notifications

2:12
Configuring Press, Hold and Repeat

Configure volume control on a button using Press, Hold, and Repeat actions

2:37
Version 3.0 Enhancements

New Features and Enhancements within GC Plus and Pro v3.0

2:53
Version 2.0 Updates

Global Scripter 2.0 Workflow Enhancements

2:58
Utilizing Occupancy Sensors

How to integrate Extron OCS 100 Occupancy Sensors into your configuration

3:44
Using Aliases

How to use driver command aliases in your configuration

4:01
Preparing Configurations for GlobalViewer Enterprise

How to prepare your configuration for use with GlobalViewer Enterprise

1:27
Modifying a Template

Customizing a template for your application

1:02
Starting a Layout from a Template

Create a GUI design using Extron’s templates

12:39
Gain Structure

1:50
Introduction to AES67

6:36
Using the Extron Control System Tree

The Extron ControlScript Extension for VS Code provides the Extron Control System Tree that enables several features that are useful in creating, modifying, and managing Extron Control Systems from VS Code.

4:46
UPB 25 Installation Video

Step-by-step video that illustrates the installation of UPB 25 Universal Projector Bracket, including crossed-arm and standard configurations.

1:36
Acquiring the Latest Firmware Version

Acquire the latest firmware version from Extron website. *Note: This video references links that are no longer active on the Extron website. For firmware, please click on the Download tab and select Firmware.

1:37
IP Settings

Overview of required IP Settings for networked hardware.

9:49
USFM 100 & WMK 150 Installation Video

Step-by-step video that illustrates the installation of the Ultra Short-Throw Projector Mount and Equipment Enclosure and the Wall Mount Kit associated with WallVault Systems

59:59
PoleVault® System Installation Video

Step-by-step videos that illustrate the installation of a PoleVault system using the new PCM 340 - Projector Drop Ceiling Mount with Adjustable Pole, PMK 550 - PoleVault Pole Mount Kit, and FF 120 - Flat Field Speakers. In addition, this video includes a step-by-step installation of the VoiceLift Microphone and Priority Page Sensor. The videos automatically play in sequence, but can be viewed non-linearly by selecting a topic from the list.

3:58
Changing the Computer’s IP Address

Change the IP Address of computer for use with control system.

1:21
Using the Default Web Pages to Upgrade Firmware

Apply firmware upgrade through hardware default web pages.

2:14
VoiceLift Installation

7:35
Retractor Installation

Step-by-step videos that illustrate the installation of the patented Retractor Cable Retraction and Management System.

1:49
Driver Manager

Add, remove, and replace drivers using Driver Manager

0:26
Audio Library

Manage audio files for your project

1:16
Copy and Paste Commands

Quickly set up buttons, actions, schedules, and monitors by copying and pasting commands

3:15
Setting the IP Address for the USP 507SC

Set the IP Address of the USP 507 of this control system.

1:15
Dynamic Scaling

Convert layouts between touchpanel sizes

1:18
Starting a Layout from Scratch

Create a GUI design from a blank layout

1:50
Adding eBUS Button Panels

How to add eBUS Button Panels to your configuration

6:05
Timers

Using Timers to manage and execute time-based actions

2:14
Mapping Room Events

How to map Room Events in your configuration

1:07
Setting the IP Address for the TLP 700TV

Set the IP Address of the TLP 700TV of this control system.

2:40
Global Configurator and Starting a New Project

Launch Global Configurator and create a new project.

3:06
Adding a Device

Add a controller to the GC configuration.

1:51
IP Link Settings Tab

Overview of IP Settings for GC project.

2:06
Driver Subscriptions

Overview of Driver Subscriptions that will provide updates for identified drivers.

1:49
Schedules

Set up routine actions with a schedule

2:01
Adding Drivers

How to add Serial, Ethernet and IR drivers to your configuration

1:10
Using Conditional Logic

Create a toggle action button using conditional logic

5:58
Configuring a Pro Series Control Processor with Dedicated AV LAN Ports

Configure Pro Series control processors with AV LAN ports

1:25
Embedding Fonts

Ensure the availability of special fonts in a layout

1:34
Saving and Building a Project

Saving and building a project in GUI Designer for upload in GC Plus and Pro

3:47
Bookmarks

Bookmarks allow for easier navigation through a ControlScript program

3:45
Assigning Serial Device Drivers

Assign Serial device drivers for serial port.

1:24
Assigning IR Device Drivers

Assign IR device drivers for IR port.

1:15
Assigning Ethernet Device Drivers

Assign Ethernet device drivers for Ethernet control.

1:16
Assigning Relays

Assign Relays for relay control.

1:49
Opening and Saving a GUI Configurator Template

Launch GUI Configurator and save a template.

1:00
Ethernet User-Defined String

Configure a user-defined command for an Ethernet device

3:15
Using Local Variables

Track a device’s power on and off status using local variables

1:33
Monitors

Trigger actions or notifications based on specific conditions

4:29
Breakpoints

Debugging tools allow for breakpoints within a ControlScript program

2:08
Receiving AES67 Routes in Dante Controller

Route AES67 audio signals received in Dante Controller

19:06
AEC - Acoustic Echo Cancellation

2:35
Customizing the Start Page Template

Update the Start page template with custom graphics and text.

1:19
Modifying the Main SD Page

Change the Main SD page to represent that system.

3:54
Using and Comparing the Requests Library

ControlScript Pro xi version 1.3.5 and later provides support for using the Requests library to interact with HTTP resources.

2:13
Input Source Popup Pages

Define the Input Source popup pages.

1:12
Audio Control

Determine the audio control required for the system.

4:31
What is the ControlScript @event Decorator?

The @event decorator is used to reference a function to a control system input.

10:56
Automixers

0:37
Confirmation Popup Page

Overview of the confirmation popup page.

2:26
Using Nested If-Else

Create dynamic configurations with if-else conditional statements

0:39
Adding a Mirrored Touchpanel

How to add a mirrored touchpanel to your configuration

0:56
System Properties

System Properties for Processor and UI Devices are accessible with ControlScript

1:29
Side Buttons

Review of side buttons for a TLP 700 touchpanel.

3:58
Displaying Information and Settings from your Control System Devices

ControlScript offers many methods and properties within classes of the device Package that enable you display information about control system devices that can be displayed on a touchpanel or the interface in the Extron Control app.

3:04
Audio Delay

1:49
Help Button

Create a Help popup page for the Help button.

0:53
Printing a Project Report

Print a Project Report as reference.

4:22
Adding Expansion Ports to an IPCP Pro xi Control System

The IPL EXP I/O Series of control system expansion interfaces are a convenient way to put extra control ports and functionality just where you need them in your system.

0:58
TouchLink Layout for Global Configurator

Save a TouchLink layout for use in Global Configurator.

0:57
Assigning the TouchLink Touchpanel

Assign a TouchLink touchpanel to controller in Global Configurator.

2:54
Using Macros

Trigger multiple actions using a macro

2:18
Creating Controller Groups

How to create controller groups (requires Pro Mode)

4:15
Variables & Watch Variables

For debugging and troubleshooting, Global Scripter 1.1 allows Programmers to track specific variables in a ControlScript program

2:22
Creating AES67 Multicast Flow

2:07
Ducker

5:21
Programming an All-In-One Control System

Extron LinkLicense for TLP Control Processor is a powerful, easy way to turn your TouchLink Pro touchpanel into a full-featured, standalone IPCP Pro xi control system.

0:42
Adding a Layout

Add the GUI Configurator layout to GC project.

1:44
Configuring the Start Page

Assign commands to Start page buttons.

6:17
Programming the IPCP Pro xi Series Control Processors

The new ControlScript Pro xi library adds programming features that are exclusive to the IPCP Pro xi product family delivering greater flexibility for programmers developing xi series-based projects.

3:45
Configuring the MainSD Page

Assign commands to Main SD page buttons.

1:19
Configuring the DVD Popup Page

Configure transport controls for DVD player.

3:36
Advanced Error Logging and Programmatic System Restart

Two methods have been added to the ControlScript library allowing a programmer to save the program log to a file and restart the system.

6:58
Introduction to Dynamic Processing

6:09
Automatic Gain Control - AGC

3:40
Configuring the Doc Cam Popup Page

Configure controls for Doc Cam popup page.

0:51
Using “Create Macro From”

How to use the “Create Macro From” feature

2:01
View GUI Designer Layouts

View GUI Designer layouts directly within Global Scripter code editor

0:54
Configuring the Confirmation Page

Configure the buttons of the Confirmation page.

8:48
Program Flow Control using return, break, and continue

Using return, break, and continue statements in your program to streamline flow.

2:12
Configuring the Light and Screen Side Buttons

Assign commands for visual feedback of screen and side buttons.

2:39
Configuring the Display and Audio Side Buttons

Assign commands for the display and audio control.

4:38
Securing Communication with SSL Wrapping

Using the SSLWrap method of the EthernetClientInterface and EthernetServerInterfaceEx classes.

0:56
Adding to the Contact Manager

Add information to Contact Manager for system monitoring.

2:10
Setting Device Monitors

Add email information for system monitoring.

2:03
Labeling Dante Channels

Rename Dante channels for use with Dante Controller

2:41
Programming Audio Responses

WAV files can be used to provide audible responses and gain user attention.

8:23
Compressor

2:12
Setting Device Schedules

Set a schedule to perform start up and shut down functions.

1:46
Uploading from GUI Configurator

Upload the GUI Configurator file to touchpanel.

2:51
Using the map Function to Replace for Loops

The map() function can be used to replace for loops more efficiently.

0:53
Uploading from Global Configurator

Upload the Global Configurator file to the controller.

4:12
Replacing the built-in print Function

Replacing the built-in print function with your own wrapped print function can aid in remote diagnostics.

6:53
Limiter

5:34
Remote Diagnostics - Client Communications

Using an Ethernet Client to provide remote diagnostics capabilities

5:19
Remote Diagnostics - Server Communications

Using an Ethernet Server to provide remote diagnostics capabilities

5:23
Remote Diagnostics - File Logging

Enabling additional remote diagnostics capabilities by using the File class to log messages

5:45
Noise Gate

5:50
Names, Objects, Events, and Functions

Solutions to common errors when naming objects, events and functions

8:29
Using Sliders in Programming

Using a class object to simplify programming of multiple sliders over multiple touchpanels

5:19
Benefits of Using SetRange

Using the flexibility of the SetRange method to scale and adjust a level on a user interface

2:15
General I/O Routing

Unmute mix-points to route inputs

2:34
Programming a Presentation Switcher with LAN and AV LAN Ports

Considerations when programming an Extron presentation switcher with LAN and AV LAN Ports

6:41
Creating and Using Custom Events

Creating and using custom events to control a volume control port on an IPCP Pro 255, and multiple levels on an IN1806 switcher.

2:24
Programming QR Codes with Extron Control Systems

Using QR Codes with Extron Control Systems programmed with Global Scripter. Details on Security Certificates in Toolbelt: extron.com/toolbeltsecurity Details on User Management in Toolbelt: extron.com/toolbeltusermanagement

2:18
Dante and Flex Inputs

Route Dante inputs and configure Flex inputs

5:56
Using a Class to Program Huddle Room Systems

Create a Class in ControlScript to replicate and simplify Huddle Room system programs

9:22
Programming a NAV System

How to program a NAV system using ControlScript

2:18
Leveraging Virtual Returns

Routing of virtual returns and their use as points of control

3:12
Using Dictionaries for Conditional Branching

Make ControlScript events more concise using a dictionary to replace conditional statements.

7:51
Timers

Using the Timer class for repetitive deterministic tasks such as polling and counting

8:25
Reassigning GUI Objects for Additional Control

Mapping GUI fader controls using dictionaries to control audio levels

3:21
Implementing Expansion Bus

Routing to and from expansion bus

7:49
Using Email

Using the Email class in ControlScript to send an email to a recipient in an existing contact list

3:31
Dictionaries

How to create a dictionary and access data from it

3:39
Extending ControlScript Objects

Extending the ControlScript label class to store and retrieve a user-generated number for phone calls

5:54
Using Wait to Create a Shutdown Timer

Creating a shutdown timer using the ControlScript Wait class

9:07
Programming Password Protection into a System

Implementing password protection using the ControlScript File class

3:46
Applying an Extron DSP Template

Downloading and modifying Extron DSP Template, along with creating and merging customized templates

7:31
USB Audio Interface

6:55
Performing File Operations with ControlScript

Using the read and write methods of the File and RFile class objects.

6:24
USB Audio and HID Controls

4:55
Copying Objects in Python

Using the built-in deepcopy function to make copies of a Python object.

5:55
Programming a Pro Series Control Processor with Dedicated AV LAN Ports

Program Pro Series control processors with AV LAN ports

6:20
Using the For Loop

Using For Loops in ControlScript to perform repetitive tasks while setting up the code for scalability

4:37
Persistent Variables

Methods to save information to persistent storage in ControlScript programs

3:32
Audio File Players

3:25
Using WakeOnLan

Using the WakeOnLan class in ControlScript to wake a PC through an Extron control system

8:34
Creating Matching Patterns to Evaluate Complex Strings

Creating a matching pattern to evaluate a complex string using regular expressions

3:49
Using and Creating Building Blocks

Loading, creating, and removing Extron building blocks from a DSP configuration

10:10
More Regular Expressions – Pattern Development

Developing patterns to find matches in a response string using regular expression functions

8:37
Programming for eBUS

Global Scripter 1.2.2 and ControlScript 2.5 allow for programming eBUS devices

4:55
Audio Device Control using the DanteInterface Class

The DanteInterface Class included in ControlScript Pro xi allows the programmer to control Extron Dante Devices over the Dante Audio Network.

5:10
Using the Mirror UI Helper Module

Mirror UI Helper Module usage examples

4:03
SSH Communication

Communicating with devices that utilize the SSH protocol

3:37
Parsing Using Regular Expressions

Parsing the response from a controlled device using the regular expression module

2:31
Creating and Recalling Presets

Create, save, and recall DSP Configurator presets

9:32
Establishing Connections with AV Devices using the Connection Handler Module

Using ControlScript to manage connections of a control interface

3:48
Creating and Controlling Group Controls

Creating configurable control points in DSP Configurator for Pro Series control systems

2:35
Parsing Strings

Parsing the response from an Extron matrix switcher using string operations and methods

2:33
Compound Events

Global Scripter 1.1 and ControlScript 2.4 allow for compound event decorators

2:30
Customizing Program Log Messages

To simplify troubleshooting, Global Scripter 1.1 allows for customization of Program Log Messages using the Program Log object from ControlScript

6:50
Using JSON Files with ControlScript

Using the JSON module to store and retrieve data

9:43
GVE Integration with ControlScript

Using ControlScript to integrate programmable control processors into GlobalViewer Enterprise

8:15
Using Global Scripter Device Modules

Integrating Global Scripter device modules to speed up development

6:24
Interacting with XML Data

Retrieving, parsing, and using XML formatted data from a web resource

3:21
Using Global Scripter Module Communication Sheets

Using communication sheets to implement Global Scripter Modules

5:48
Reading a Phonebook CSV File

Using the ControlScript File class to read a phonebook CSV file