Rack-mount Heavy Duty Automation Controller

1U rack-mount form factor Perfect for vAutomation w. CQC - Reliable XP performance - Sports up to nine (9) RS-232 ports Advanced ventilation for longevity Rear VGA out for live monitoring Network access via Remote Desktop Expandable control for automation Preconfigurable w. vAutomation packages Why vController"? The vController" acts the backbone of any vAutomation package w. CQC, and is specifically engineered to handle multiple, concurrent tasks & interfacing with other AV & automation equipment, such as lighting, climate control, and security systems.This 1U rack-mountable unit comes standard with two (2) RS-232 ports standard, and is expandable up to (9) RS-232 ports total for reliable control of a myriad of devices from a single head-end. When used in vAutomation packages with CQC, you can expand limitlessly and add as many vControllers needed to provide scalable, reliable control.Beyond RS-232, vControllers with CQC embedded can also send TCP/IP signals through its dual rear Gigabit LAN ports. With four (4) additional rear USB ports, the expansion possibilities to add support of additional devices are limitless! Learn more about the vController by reading about the highlights below! Easy to install - takes only 1UDual LAN & Quad USB Ports1 + 4 optional RS-232 Ports Supports any XP-compatible automation software platform Natively compatible w. CQC vController" HighlightsReliable, Dependable Hardware Platform " XP w. built-in Remote Desktop & Remote Access Expect solid, fast performance from the vController, and reliably access and make programming changes, tweaks, etc. from any Internet-enabled PC via its built-in remote access functionality, or use Remote Desktop on the LAN for even faster access. Compact 1U, lightweight design " Easy to install with a space-saving At less than 12" deep, the vController fits perfectly with any AV equipment rack. No need to mount it in odd locations and waste valuable time. No additional railing or supports are needed for this light, 11 pound wonder. Works with any XP-compatible automation platform " Support for a wide range of automation options Have a favorite software-based automation solution, but don't have the hardware that suit your needs? The vController is an ideal, rugged choice for any XP-compatible automation software platform. Ultra-flexible Connectivity Options for Today's Home " Control devices via RS-232, TCP/IP, and more Starting with dual (2) RS-232 ports, you can optionally configure the vController with up to (9) RS-232 ports to control a myriad of devices. Combined with automation software like CQC and additional hardware like Global Cache, control of devices via IR, TCP/IP, RF, and other communication protocols become easy as pie. Quad (4) Rear USB 2.0 Ports " USB Ports open up even more possibilities Need more than (9) RS-232 ports, but don't have room for an additional vController? The system's rear onboard USB ports allow you to connect a variety of devices, such as USB-RS232 or USB-Bluetooth adapters of your choice. Natively compatible w. CQC & vAutomation packages " Minimal configuration with no complicated setups Trained dealers who qualify to sell CQC automation packages can order the vController with pre-designed vAutomation packages to minimize design and set-up time. Simply configure the vController and make the necessary changes to meet a project's particular needs