Lorenz LZ-ACP100 Advanced AV Control Processor

Lorenz LZ-ACP100 Advanced AV Control Processor

Introduction

The Lorenz LZ-ACP100 Advanced AV Control Processor is a high-performance centralized automation controller designed for professional AV environments such as conference rooms, command centers, classrooms, and training facilities. Built on an ARM Cortex-A53 processing platform, the controller integrates multiple control interfaces including serial communication, IR control, relay outputs, and digital I/O interfaces. With Gigabit Ethernet networking and support for secure communication protocols, the processor enables centralized monitoring and control of multiple AV devices through Lorenz touch panels and programmable control interfaces. 

Key Features

• High-performance ARM-based AV control processor for centralized automation
• 8 bidirectional serial ports supporting RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 communication
• 8 programmable IR / Serial control ports for controlling displays and AV equipment
• 8 relay control ports for automation of external devices such as screens or lighting
• 8 digital I/O ports for sensors, triggers, and external control integration
• Built-in IR learning capability for capturing remote control commands
• Proprietary expansion bus for connecting additional control modules
• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for centralized AV system monitoring and control
• Advanced network security with HTTPS, SSH, and IEEE 802.1X authentication
• Supports simultaneous control of 30+ AV devices
• Compatible with Lorenz touch panels and programmable button panels
• Industrial rack-mount metal chassis for professional AV installations 

Technical Specifications
• Processor Architecture: ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core embedded processor
• Operating Platform: Embedded Linux-based control system

Control Interfaces

• 8 × Serial communication ports
– Supports RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 protocols

• 8 × IR / Serial control ports
– Programmable IR or serial output for AV device control

• 8 × Relay control ports
– Low-voltage relay outputs for switching and automation

• 8 × Digital I/O ports
– Programmable digital input/output channels for sensors and triggers

Expansion

• Proprietary expansion bus interface for connecting additional control modules

Memory & Storage

• Internal Storage: 8 GB Flash Memory
• System Memory: 2 GB DDR4 SDRAM

Networking

• 1 × Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T)
• Supports control of 32 AV devices simultaneously

Supported Network Protocols

• DHCP
• DNS
• HTTP / HTTPS
• IEEE 802.1X
• NTP
• SFTP
• SMTP
• SNMP
• SSH
• TCP/IP
• UDP/IP

Control & Configuration

• Web-based configuration interface for system setup and programming
• Compatible with Lorenz touch panels and programmable control panels
• USB interface for configuration, diagnostics, and firmware upgrades

IR Learning

• Built-in IR learning receiver for capturing and storing remote control commands

Electrical

• Power Input: AC 110 – 240V, 50 / 60 Hz
• Maximum Power Consumption: ≤ 60 W

Mechanical

• Installation Type: Standard 1U rack-mount chassis
• Designed for 19-inch equipment racks
• Industrial metal enclosure

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 0°C – 40°C
• Relative Humidity: 10% – 90% RH (non-condensing)

Compliance

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, LMPC