{"product_id":"qsc-core-5200-q-sys-enterprise-av-c-server-core-processor","title":"QSC Core 5200 – Q-SYS Enterprise AV\u0026C Server Core Processor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe QSC Core 5200 is an enterprise-grade Q-SYS AV\u0026amp;C server core designed for large-scale installations and IT-centric organizations that want to deploy audio, video, and control as a building-wide managed service. Built on the industry-standard Dell PowerEdge R740 server platform, the Core 5200 pairs the Q-SYS real-time operating system with proven, off-the-shelf IT hardware — delivering the AV industry's first truly IT-grade AV\u0026amp;C solution. As an authorized QSC dealer, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\"\u003eCreation Networks\u003c\/a\u003e provides supply, configuration, and integration services for the Core 5200.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Core 5200 runs the full Q-SYS OS on a 14th-generation Dell PowerEdge R740 chassis, giving IT managers and AV integrators a familiar hardware platform with enterprise lifecycle management. The system provides 512×512 uncompressed, real-time Q-LAN or AES67 networked audio channels, 160 assignable AEC processors with a fixed 3.167 ms analog-to-output latency, and support for up to 64 VoIP softphone instances. Four 1 Gbps Ethernet ports (2× Q-SYS multimedia, 2× auxiliary) handle network segmentation for services like VoIP, SNMP, LLDP, LDAP, and WAN media streaming. Dual hot-swappable 750 W AC power supplies and integrated Dell iDRAC8 Enterprise remote access deliver the uptime and manageability expected in IT environments. A 960 GB SATA SSD media drive is pre-installed, and the standard MTP-16 multi-track player is upgradable to 128 tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e512×512 uncompressed Q-LAN or AES67 networked audio channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e160 AEC processors — assignable and routable across all zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed analog input-to-output latency of just 3.167 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual gigabit Ethernet ports for redundant networked audio (LAN A \/ LAN B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo independent gigabit auxiliary Ethernet ports for VoIP, SNMP, LLDP, LDAP, and WAN streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual hot-swappable 750 W AC mains power supply modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiDRAC8 Enterprise: 1× dedicated 1 Gbps management port for IT asset monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e960 GB SATA SSD Q-SYS high-capacity media drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-track MTP media player standard; upgradable to 32, 64, or 128 tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 64 VoIP softphone instances for multi-room telephony deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle software platform: Q-SYS Designer Software over IP for configuration, control, and monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all Q-SYS peripherals: I\/O expanders, cameras, paging stations, network amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCE marked, UL Listed, RoHS compliant; 3-year QSC warranty backed by Dell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDell PowerEdge R740 platform, 14th generation; 2RU form factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise campuses deploying AV as a centralized IT service across multiple buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge convention centers and multipurpose venues requiring scalable, zone-based audio distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHotels and resorts with high room counts and complex background music and paging systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher education institutions managing classrooms, auditoriums, and common spaces from a single core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment facilities requiring IT-grade hardware compliance and remote management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthcare campuses with distributed paging, conferencing, and communications infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouses of worship with large sanctuaries and multi-room overflow requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDell PowerEdge R740 (14th generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Audio Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512×512 (Q-LAN or AES67)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAEC Processors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 (assignable and routable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Latency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.167 ms (analog input to output, fixed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoIP Instances\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-track Player\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 tracks included; upgradable to 32, 64, or 128 tracks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLAN Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4× 1000 Mbps (2× Q-SYS multimedia, 2× Q-SYS aux)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiDRAC8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1× dedicated 1000 Mbps iDRAC8 Enterprise port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supplies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2× 750 W hot-plug universal input PSUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e960 GB SATA SSD Q-SYS media drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1× DE-9 RS-232 (rear panel, 16550-compliant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2× USB 2.0 (front panel), 2× USB 3.0 (rear panel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLCD Display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-line scrolling display (Core name, status, health alerts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2RU rack-mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64 lb (29 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReadyRails Sliding Rails for square hole racks (EIA-310-E)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE marked, UL Listed, RoHS compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years (QSC Systems, backed by Dell)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat makes the Core 5200 different from other Q-SYS Cores?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe Core 5200 is built on a standard Dell PowerEdge R740 server — a commercially available IT platform with well-established support, lifecycle management, and parts availability. This makes it uniquely appealing to IT departments and enterprise customers who need AV infrastructure to align with their existing server management practices.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan the Core 5200 be managed remotely?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The integrated Dell iDRAC8 Enterprise port provides dedicated remote hardware monitoring and management, enabling integration with Dell OpenManage and other IT asset management systems — independent of the Q-SYS software layer.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow many tracks does the media player support?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe Core 5200 ships with an MTP-16 (16-track) media player. Optional upgrades to 32, 64, or 128 tracks are available through QSC.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs the Core 5200 compatible with existing Q-SYS peripherals?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The Core 5200 is fully compatible with all Q-SYS peripheral devices including I\/O-Frame, QIO series expanders, PTZ-IP cameras, I\/O-USB Bridge, TSC touchscreen controllers, paging stations, and MPA-Q and CX-Q network amplifiers.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan Creation Networks help with Core 5200 system design?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\"\u003eCreation Networks\u003c\/a\u003e is an authorized QSC dealer offering end-to-end support including needs assessment, Q-SYS system design, configuration, and on-site integration for the Core 5200 and the full Q-SYS product portfolio.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"QSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47780589240556,"sku":"CORE 5200","price":33750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/q_dn_core_5200_front.jpg?v=1782396128","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/qsc-core-5200-q-sys-enterprise-av-c-server-core-processor","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}