Extron VCA 100 (part number 60-1963-01) — a rack-mount appliance that runs Extron AV control as software, five rooms at a time out of the box.

Instead of dropping a hardware control processor into every room, the VCA 100 hosts virtual control processors centrally on the network. Five VCPs are included with the appliance; LinkLicenses raise that ceiling to thirty, with no recurring subscription attached. Each virtual processor is configured with the same Global Configurator Plus and Professional workflow used for Extron hardware processors, and a web-based management console on the appliance shows the status of every VCP so a technician can monitor or troubleshoot rooms without walking to them.

Key Capabilities

• Ships with five virtual control processors and expands to thirty through Extron LinkLicense, no recurring fees.
• Intel Celeron running at 2.42 GHz with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 512 GB SSD, on a Linux operating system.
• Single female RJ-45 port negotiates 10/100/1000 Base-T with half or full duplex auto detect.
• Works with the existing Extron software estate: Global Scripter, ControlScript Deployment Utility, Extron Control apps and GlobalViewer Enterprise.
• Internal universal supply accepts 100 to 240 VAC at 50-60 Hz and draws 11.8 watts, dissipating 40.1 BTU/hr.
• Metal 1U half-rack chassis weighing 3.3 lb, fan-cooled front to back, rack mountable with an optional shelf.

Where It Is Used

Campuses and enterprises with dozens of similarly built meeting rooms use the VCA 100 to consolidate control into the data center or IDF closet. It suits higher education buildings, corporate floors of huddle and conference spaces, and healthcare or government facilities where AV control has to live on managed network infrastructure alongside other server hardware.

Specifications at a Glance

• Capacity: 5 VCPs included, up to 30 with LinkLicense
• Hardware: Intel Celeron 2.42 GHz, 8 GB DDR3, 512 GB SSD
• Network: 1 female RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Base-T
• Power: 11.8 watts, internal 100-240 VAC supply
• Enclosure: 1.66" H x 8.75" W x 12.0" D metal, 3.3 lb, 3 year warranty

Also referenced as Extron VCA100, VCA-100, part number 60196301.