Global Caché GC-IRL - User Manual

Quick Start Guide
Global Caché
GC-IRL
IR Learner
Global Caché’s GC-IRL IR Learner plugs into the RS232 port of any PC
and is used to learn the full spectrum, 30KHz to 500KHz, of IR codes
that control infrared driven audio/video equipment. When used in
conjunction with the free GC-IRL Utility software learned codes are
displayed, converted into other formats, and automatically copied into
the Windows clipboard for easy IR database and spreadsheet creation.
The stored codes can be used to control IR devices from any computer
over a network. The GC-IRL provides all the information, such as
transmission frequencies; required to correctly recreate IR signals for
playback. The GC-IRL power is supplied by the RTS line of the serial
port and requires no external power supply.
GC-IRL
PC
TV Remote
Getting Started is Simple. 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. Various IR formats (Such as CCF) can be selected to
meet your needs. To start using your GC-IRL follow the quick steps
below:
Install the GC-IRL IR Learner Utility software. To install the
application, put the included CD in your PCs CD drive. The installation

Global Caché GC-IRL Specifications

General

Brand	Global Caché
Model	GC-IRL
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

GC-IRL IR Learner Overview

GC-IRL Functionality

Plugs into RS232 port to learn IR codes for audio/video equipment, converts them, and stores them for network control.

Power Supply

Powered via the RTS line of the serial port, requiring no external power supply.

Getting Started

Software Installation

Install the GC-IRL IR Learner Utility software from the included CD or Global Caché website.

Connecting the GC-IRL

Plug the GC-IRL into the PC's serial port, or use a USB to serial cable, noting the COM Port.

Establishing Communication

Select the correct COM port in the utility and press 'Connect' to establish communication.

Capturing IR Codes

Point remote at GC-IRL, push buttons, and view data in utility. Adjust distance for optimal capture.