Driver can send ir codes, control relay outputs and monitors digital inputs. It is also used to locate and configure global connect, flex, itach devices, and gc 100s installed on the network, and also facilitates the upgrade functionality for the flex and itach family of products. Supports ir and contact closure features of global cache controllers. I am writing an indigo plugin for gc 100 and itach, and have run into users with old firmware revisions on their old gc 100s. Heres where to look for quick starts, data sheets, product software, and development.
This increases the disk read speed and hence the performance of the system. How to configure global cache itach flex with hc2 home controls. Global cache smart home building automation software. These instructions cover two different firmware updaters. A large number of people uses networkbased automation and control software in keeping their. It is also used to locate and configure itach flex, itach devices, and gc100s installed on. The incredibly powerful and small itach flex ip provides wired ip connectivity to infrared ir or serial rs232 components allowing for intelligent control of your electrical devices and audio visual gear via smartphones, tablets and other. Buy global cacha gc10012 network adapter connects rs232 serial. Setup assistance, support, and discussion for wireless connectivity, bose music app, voice assistants, and wireless music for the following products. How can i upgrade my gc 100 units firmware in the field. Trying to get this all configured, but i dont know how the interfaces map out module connector so that i can send the proper commands to the gc itach from the iphoneiviewer. Giving it only 4 stars because the firmware isnt userupgradeable. Hey guys, i am wondering if i pick up the global cache itach devices, are there any hardware remotes i can use with it. With the help of global cache it is possible to control any av equipment with ir sensors or control port.
The gc100 network adapter connects common electronic devices using a series of senors that can work, interrupt, or be. Global cache gc10012 home network adapter smarthome. This software updates the firmware of the ls100 to version 1. Gc10018r global cache network controller rackmount 2 serial. Designing a page with the controls i wanted to use, including some macros, did not take much time.
Global cache network adapters allows you to transmit commands received via tcpip by ir and rs232 channels. Global cache gc6 home network adapter, 6inch also known as. Supports gcirl for gtc100 or native ir learning functions of itachitach flex controllers. So, using something like a remotec zfm80 or similar, then wire the relay output lines to the power button contacts of a remote that will work the dyson. Gc100 family the gc100 line of global cache products provide an open networkbased system that has the power to integrate with automated appliances seamlessly. Use following link to download globalcache tools to configuration software. The ir ports can be used as sensor inputs which automatically report any changes over the network.
To use the global cache, select a brokerlevel cache policy by using the cachepolicy parameter. The ihelp utility is necessary to update the firmware on flex devices. It is also used to locate and configure global connect, flex, itach devices, and gc100s installed on the network, and also facilitates the upgrade functionality for the flex and itach family of products. What is the current released firmware version of the gc 100. Global caches gc6 provides simple connection for your networkbased ir, serial, and sensors to save you time and money on service. The range of gc products also includes different sensors and dry contact modules. Or is it only software remotes like the ipad using irule. Global cache connectivity products are cost effective, easy to use, and easy to include in your automation and control environments using whichever control and automation software you choose, including ios ipad, iphone, ipod touch and android devices, even the big guys like amx, control 4, and crestron. Old gc100 firmware versions global cache support portal. I dont understand the ir logic, coding, and programming. Global cache driver is used to connect to gc100 and itach adapters. As youve probably experienced, the coronavirus has caused a lot of trouble and confusion with families and businesses at every level and much of the world is in panic mode while trying to adjust to a new normal.
This firmware improves the accuracy of the recording level. The retrieval of data will be from the cache and not ssd disks. The gc100 network adapter connects a network utilizing tcpip to infrared ir, serial, relay and sensor inputs that can interrupt or be polled by another network device. An embedded web server allows easy configuration from any browser. The global cache configuration screen appears where you can select infrared from the menu, and change the setting for connection 3 to ir blaster.
What is the current released firmware version of the gc100. Global cache network adapter 3 independent channels ir operates standalone or with zwave controller control of devices via ir or serial. When in use, i did run into some reliability issues. Utilizing global cache s gc100 network adapter, the most commonly used devices can be easily managed and accessed via networkbased software. Homeseer global cache gcpro software plugin for hs3. The globalcache binding discovers gc100 and itach devices on the. Bose home speaker 500 and soundbar 500700 speakers. Device model region version os build changelist download. The gc100 home network adapter also comes available with support for six expansion modules.
Global cache gc100 how do you integrate it posted in home automation. Ssd caching software is used to have a cache for the most used data to be retrieved. Imports ir codes from global caches online library. Global cache itach flex its a device you can use to integrate any ir controlled. I recently added a globalcache gc100 device to the mix so that i can press a button on the wall and it will send signals out from stickon ir emitters to turn the home theater on or off. Shop for global cache ir converter cable, gc100 to ir distribution gccgx at home controls. Gc100 beacons broadcast every 60 seconds, and can therefore. Their itach devices, gc100 network adapters, and connectivity products offer an easy and flexible way to connect almost any electronic device to a wifi or tcpip network so it can be accessed, automated. Module and the global cache wf2ir hardware and software, for me, there was a fairly steep le. Gcpro supports global caches extensive online database of ir codes. That ability is coming in a future firmware update. These packages contain software drivers needed for the proper operation of the gc100, as well as, an easytouse interface for configuring your automated living.
Page 21 sensor input over a network control software ip network pccomputing device gc 10012 serial relay ir and sensor gcsv1 composite video sensor gc. Experience service like never before when purchasing the global cache gc10018. The gc100 is designed to work with many of the popular home control software packages. For a larger, more uptodate database, check out our. Using many commonly needed controls and sensor inputs in one box, the gc100 provides an easy way for controlling realworld devices, reducing the time and complexity of an installation by eliminating piggybacked. I have launched a support email to gc to clarify this. Hardware remote for itach devices posted in home automation. Gc6 dont you wish you could connect common devices such as audiovideo equipment, security systems, ir equipment, lighting control systems, pool controls, hvac systems, and plasma displays to your network without direct connections to the network. Download the ilearn utility from the global cache site. The global cache gc100 cannot connect to an hvac system or a security system in the ubiquity 3. Net winform clients on the local network connect to my server application and send ascii commands to it.
This compact and economical network adapter reduces expenses and clutter while improving reliability. The global cache ir learner can record ir transmissions from any remote control or device, save them in a file, and then hca can use that file and send those commands as needed. Dvdbluray players, itunes, xbmc, commutators, matrix, preamplifiers. I am working on integrating a global cache device, and compared the gc100 codes output to the ccf input codes when converting using global caches conversion utility, and the codes are the same, but in a different format. The global cache gc6 home network adapter connects diverse and previously unconnected devices and appliances in a networkbased home. The gc100 adapters allow you to connect to and control various electronic devices. Im not sure if youre still looking at this, but i was searching on gc100, and came across this post. The serial connection was made via the global cache gc100. By default, the global cache is turned off, and the cache policy is set to disabled. Note that automatic device discovery will not work with gc100s running firmware. Supported by most automation software and hardware control systems. The global cache home network adapter with rack mount lets you access and manage common household devices like your tv, motorized blinds and more. Global cache gc10018r home network adapter with rack mount. The global cache gc10012 connects and controls your home automated.
Global cache is committed to providing the highest level of customer support. I am writing an indigo plugin for gc100 and itach, and have run into users with old firmware revisions on their old gc100s. Contains over 100,000 infrared codes for over 2,000 different remotes from over 500 manufacturers. An embedded web server within the gc100 models allow you to connect almost any device in minutes. Tutorials looking for help on our new ilearn app or setting up your wifi itach. Is anyone using a global cache for ir distribution. List of firmware available with this version this utility installs a set of software and firmware files. To check or change this, log into the wf2ir using its ip and the credentials you selected when you first added it the network.
Some of the gc100 models also have relays and digital inputs. The gc 100 family of products cannot be upgraded in the field. The server application queues these ascii commands and then sends them to the gc10012 via a tcp connection. Please know that global cache is still here for you and doing business. I have a gc100 18 lying around and would like to integrate it into my hai omnipro ii panel. Just an idea, but until the global cache product is integrated, you might be able to use a relay module to control a cheap learning remote that youll need to do a button hack to. The global cache has a default singlebroker topology that can be used immediately without any configuration. I just bought the global cache itach, gc ir learner, and a single license for iviewer for the iphone. An upgrade to the current version of the firmware requires the unit be sent back to global cache.