{"product_id":"audac-adc-apc100mk2-audac-touch-enabled-universal-configuration-control-unit-tcp-ip-rs485-rs232","title":"AUDAC APC100MK2 – Universal Configuration \u0026 Control Unit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the AUDAC APC100MK2 configuration and control unit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AUDAC APC100MK2 is a universal configuration and control unit that links AUDAC \"smart\" devices such as matrix systems, mixers, paging consoles and wall panels into one manageable system. It provides TCP\/IP, RS-232 and RS-485 ports in a compact S-Box enclosure, so integrators can configure, update, back up and control connected devices from a computer. It also works as a serial-to-TCP\/IP gateway for bringing non-networked audio equipment into a control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does the AUDAC APC100MK2 configuration and control unit work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/images.pvs.global\/audac\/products\/APC100MK2.webp?width=1200\" alt=\"AUDAC APC100MK2 universal configuration and control unit\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe APC100MK2 sits between your network and the AUDAC devices on site, communicating over Ethernet (RJ45), RS-485 on two RJ45 ports and RS-232 on a DB9 connector. Through it, complex system configurations and firmware updates can be made quickly, and complete setups can be backed up or duplicated to another site. Voice-file messages and screensavers can be uploaded to connected devices using only the APC100MK2 and a computer. An internal real-time clock, synchronised with an internet time server, drives time-controlled events in external devices such as scheduled announcements. The AUDAC system manager software controls the unit and gives full configuration access to every connected smart device. As a gateway, it converts serial commands to TCP\/IP and back, so audio sources and power amplifiers without native networking can join an automation or room control system. It runs from 24V DC with the included PSD242 switching supply, and provides 4 AUDAC Touch socket connections. Optional S-Box brackets such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mbs101t-tabletop-wall-ceiling-mount-for-1-solutions-box-amp203-amp523-amp22-apg-apc-ali-atu\"\u003eMBS101T tabletop\/wall mount\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mbs101r-rack-mount-kit-for-1-solutions-box-amp203-amp523-amp22-apg-apc-ali-atu\"\u003eMBS101R rack kit\u003c\/a\u003e allow desk, closet or 19\" rack installation. Typical partners include the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mtx48-4-zone-audio-matrix-system-processor-2-microphone-4-line-inputs-audac-touch-enabled\"\u003eMTX48\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mtx88-8-zone-audio-matrix-system-processor-2-microphone-4-line-inputs-audac-touch-enabled\"\u003eMTX88\u003c\/a\u003e audio matrix processors and SMQ-series amplifiers such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-smq350-smq-series-power-amplifier-4-x-350w-4-ohms-2-ru-optional-dante-expansion-ani44xt\"\u003eSMQ350\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features of the AUDAC APC100MK2 configuration and control unit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree control interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — TCP\/IP, RS-232 and RS-485 ports let the unit talk to every smart AUDAC device in an installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e — System settings and firmware updates for connected devices can be applied from one point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackup and duplication\u003c\/strong\u003e — Complete configurations can be saved and copied to identical installations to cut commissioning time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFile uploads\u003c\/strong\u003e — Voice-file messages and screensavers can be loaded into connected devices with just the unit and a computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal-time clock\u003c\/strong\u003e — An internal clock synchronised to an internet time server triggers time-based events in external devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial-to-IP gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e — The unit converts serial commands to TCP\/IP and back to integrate non-networked equipment into automation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAUDAC Touch connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four socket connections are available for AUDAC Touch control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible S-Box mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optional brackets allow desk, closet or 19\" rack installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is the AUDAC APC100MK2 configuration and control unit typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nCommercial meeting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nGovernment space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRetail and hospitality installations with multi-zone audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:300px;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:44%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:56%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eAPC100MK2 (AUDAC part ADC-APC100MK2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eConsenso family, part of AUDAC Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eRS-485, RS-232, TCP\/IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eRJ45 (Ethernet); 2 x RJ45 (RS-485 + audio); DB9 (RS-232)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e24V DC (PSD242 switching power supply included, 100–240V AC, 47–63 Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocket connections (AUDAC Touch)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e4 sockets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eS-Box modular multifunctional enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich devices can the APC100MK2 control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt works with a wide range of AUDAC smart devices, including matrix systems, mixers, paging consoles and wall panels, over TCP\/IP, RS-232 or RS-485.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it connect third-party control systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It acts as a gateway that converts serial communication to TCP\/IP and back, which helps integrate audio sources and amplifiers without built-in networking into an automation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat software is used to configure it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUDAC system manager software manages the APC100MK2 and provides configuration access to the smart devices connected to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it powered and mounted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt runs on 24V DC from the included PSD242 supply. Optional S-Box brackets, such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mbs101t-tabletop-wall-ceiling-mount-for-1-solutions-box-amp203-amp523-amp22-apg-apc-ali-atu\"\u003eMBS101T\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-mbs101r-rack-mount-kit-for-1-solutions-box-amp203-amp523-amp22-apg-apc-ali-atu\"\u003eMBS101R\u003c\/a\u003e, mount it on a desk, in a closet or in a 19\" rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it keep time for scheduled events?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. An internal real-time clock synchronises with an internet time server and can trigger time-controlled events in external devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does it carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUDAC does not list warranty terms on this product page. Contact Creation Networks at (888) 230-3661 or sales@creationnetworks.net for current warranty coverage before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Creation Networks design and install the system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We handle loudspeaker layout, amplifier sizing, programming and commissioning for AUDAC systems nationwide. Call (888) 230-3661 or browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/collections\/audac\"\u003eAUDAC collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Audac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68024321933548,"sku":"ADC-APC100MK2","price":629.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/APC100MK2.webp?v=1793553661","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/audac-adc-apc100mk2-audac-touch-enabled-universal-configuration-control-unit-tcp-ip-rs485-rs232","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}