AMX VARIA-80 – 8-Inch Persona-Defined Professional Touch Panel

Product Overview

The AMX VARIA-80 is an 8-inch professional-grade persona-defined touch panel for commercial AV control, room scheduling, Zoom Rooms, and enterprise digital signage, designed to fit standard single-gang and double-gang wall plate locations while offering the full VARIA persona architecture. Its software-selectable persona framework lets integrators configure the panel as an AMX G5 AV controller, a Zoom Rooms appliance, a standalone AMX Book scheduling panel, a web kiosk, or an open Android platform — all from the same hardware. Powered via standard PoE 802.3af over a single RJ-45 cable, the VARIA-80 supports enterprise-grade security and is centrally managed through CloudworX, making it a practical choice for large-scale commercial deployments requiring a compact, multi-function touch panel.

Product Description

The AMX VARIA-80 (AMX-UTP0811) features an 8-inch, 1280×800, 16:10 landscape display with integrated dual speakers (2×2W), dual microphones, a 5MP front-facing HD camera, NFC read/write, ambient light sensor, and proximity sensor for wake-on-approach, all in a slim 21.7 mm depth chassis weighing just 1.17 lb. Five pre-loaded personas cover AMX G5 Control for full NetLinx AV programming, Zoom Rooms Controller for certified native Zoom management, AMX Book for standalone room booking, Web Kiosk for full-screen web application delivery, and Any-App for running Android applications directly on the panel. Programmable side LEDs support over 1 million colors for room status, scheduling state, or custom system feedback. The integrated mount supports wall, glass, and VESA mounting, with optional tabletop accessories for flexible placement. Enterprise security protocols — HTTPS, 802.1X, TLS 1.3, and OAuth 2.0 — support integration into corporate and government network environments, and CloudworX Manager provides centralized mass configuration and firmware management across large VARIA fleets.

Key Features

• 8-Inch 1280×800 Commercial Touch Display: Compact, slim 16:10 landscape panel suited to conference room doors, hallways, and single-gang wall locations for scheduling and control.
• Persona-Defined Architecture: Software-selectable personas for Zoom Rooms, AMX G5 control, AMX Book scheduling, web kiosk, and Any Android App.
• Integrated Camera, Mic, and NFC: 5MP HD camera, dual microphones, and NFC read/write for conferencing, voice, and contactless identification applications.
• Programmable 1M+ Color Side LEDs: Room availability, booking status, or AV system state indication in over 1 million configurable colors.
• PoE 802.3af — Single Cable Install: 15.4W PoE over RJ-45 eliminates separate power supply and AC outlet requirements at the panel.
• Enterprise Security: HTTPS, 802.1X, TLS 1.3, and OAuth 2.0 for enterprise IT and government network environments.
• Slim, Lightweight Design: 21.7 mm depth and 1.17 lb — minimal wall penetration requirements for retrofit and new-construction installations.
• Flexible Mounting: Wall, glass, and VESA mounting with optional tabletop accessories.
• CloudworX Manager: Centralized mass configuration, persona assignment, and firmware updates for enterprise fleet management.

Typical Applications

• Conference Room: Outside-door room scheduling and AV control panel for commercial conference rooms.
• Huddle Room: Compact Zoom Rooms controller or lightweight AV touch panel for small collaboration spaces.
• Commercial Meeting Space: Standalone room booking and kiosk interface for corporate and co-working facilities.
• Government Space: Secure AV control and scheduling panel for government offices and meeting rooms.
• Training Room: AMX G5 or web kiosk interface for instructor-controlled AV in training environments.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the VARIA-80 and VARIA-80N?

The VARIA-80 includes a 5MP camera, dual microphones, and NFC. The VARIA-80N excludes all three for facilities with hardware security restrictions. Both panels are otherwise identical in display, personas, LEDs, power, and mounting.

Does the VARIA-80 work as a certified Zoom Rooms controller?

Yes. The Zoom Rooms Controller persona converts the VARIA-80 into a certified Zoom Rooms appliance managed through the Zoom admin portal.

What wall mounting options are supported?

The VARIA-80 includes an integrated mount supporting wall, glass, and VESA installations out of the box. Optional tabletop stand accessories are also available for countertop or desk deployments.

What PoE standard is required?

The VARIA-80 requires PoE 802.3af (15.4W). A PoE 802.3af or 802.3at switch port or midspan injector is required. It does not require the higher-power PoE+ standard.