Control systems manufacturer Crestron claims a first with release of MPC-M50 LCD front panel

The product joins the Crestron MPC family of av room controllers. It features a built-in 2-Series control system and fits onto a standard 3-gang electrical box.

Its large LCD display has four soft and seven hard key buttons with LED feedback, all programmable for system functions such as power, source selection, transport control and audio settings.

The MPC-M50 has a total of 16 programmable buttons, customisable backlit labelling, volume control knob, 17 various control ports and wireless remote capability.

It is available in black and white, mounts on a wall or podium, and will integrate with Crestron RoomView software via ethernet, enabling IT or av managers to remotely monitor, manage and control every room on the network.

SSL encryption provides a totally secure network connection at all times, preventing unauthorised access to the system.

Through its onboard control ports, the MPC-M50 interfaces with chosen devices including DVD players. It also includes two bidirectional RS-232 COM ports, two IR/serial ports, six relays, and four input ports on the rear panel.