Crestron MPC3-101-B

A wall-mounted, PoE-powered 3-Series Control System® automated processor and control panel in one. Features a modern appearance with customizable backlit capacitive buttons. Mounts in a 1-gang U.S. electrical box. A retrofit 2-gang U.S. wall mounting option is also available.

The 3-Series® Media Presentation Controller 101 (MPC3-101) is a wall-mounted, PoE-powered 3-Series Control System® automated processor and control panel in one. Its modern appearance and customizable backlit capacitive buttons provide an ideal user interface for controlling AV and other functions. It offers fully-programmable functionality, supports web and cloud-based configuration and management, and integrates with Crestron Fusion® software as part of a complete managed enterprise solution.

Crestron® MPC3 series controllers are perfect for classrooms, meeting rooms, lecture halls, and training facilities – wherever a simple yet powerful controller is needed but space is limited. Use the MPC3-101 to control a video display or AV system, adjust lighting and window shades, or any other custom application.

The MPC3-101 is designed for flush-mount installation in a wall using a 1-gang U.S. electrical box (not included). It can also be installed in a podium with no back box. A retrofit mounting bracket is also available to allow installation over a 2-gang U.S. electrical box, which offers an easy upgrade solution to replace an older MPC-M5 series controller.

Customizable Backlit Capacitive Buttons
The MPC3-101 features nine backlit capacitive buttons, which can each be labeled using the icon chips provided, or custom labeled using laser-engravable chips (sold separately). Each button is backlit blue when active and white when inactive to provide clear indication of what media source or lighting scene is currently selected. Four additional buttons are included at the bottom along with a volume gauge for control of volume, mute, and power.

All buttons on the MPC3-101 are custom programmable to control any device or function. Built-in proximity sensing wakes the buttons as you approach, and autobrightness control maintains optimal visibility of the buttons under varying lighting conditions.

For information about ordering custom icon chips, refer to the MPB3/MPC3-BTN3-B ENGRAVED web page. Refer to the PDF version of the MPC3-101 spec sheet for the supplied icon chips.

No Rack Required
The MPC3-101 encapsulates the industry’s best control technologies in one compact wall mount device. High-speed Ethernet provides the essential interface for connecting to the building network and controlling Crestron AV switchers, audio processors, and other IP controllable equipment. Cresnet® network connectivity provides support for Crestron lighting dimmers, motorized shades, sensors, thermostats, keypads, and more. An onboard IR control port enables direct integration with all types of third-party equipment.

Expanded connectivity is available using a DIN-CENCN-2 or DIN-CENCN-2-POE Ethernet to Cresnet® bridge, CEN-GWEXER or CENI-GWEXER infiNET EX® wireless gateway, CEN-CI3-1 or CEN-CI3-3 control card interface, or CEN-IO-COM-102, CEN-IO-DIGIN-104, CEN-IO-IR-104, or CEN-IO-RY-104 wired Ethernet module.

3-Series® Control Engine
The MPC3-101 features an integrated, enterprise-grade 3-Series control processor. Crestron 3-Series delivers a dynamic and secure control system platform capable of managing a room full of disparate technologies. Its Modular Programming Architecture (optional[1]) allows the MPC3-101 to run multiple programs simultaneously for increased efficiency and flexibility. Rock solid networking and IP control afford seamless integration with other systems and devices, with add-on control capability using Crestron touch screens, wireless remotes, and mobile device apps with remote management through Crestron Fusion® software and Crestron XiO Cloud™ service.

No Programming Required!
Built‑in .AV Framework™ software technology delivers a fully functional AV presentation system with simplified web‑based configuration and a choice of control options and add‑ons.

Crestron Fusion Room Monitoring and Scheduling
Crestron Fusion provides an integrated platform for creating truly smart buildings that save energy and enhance worker productivity. As part of a complete managed network in a corporate enterprise, college campus, convention center, or any other facility, the MPC3-101 works with Crestron Fusion to enable remote scheduling, monitoring, and control of rooms and technology from a central help desk or mobile app. It also enables organizations to reduce energy consumption by tracking real-time usage and automating control of AV, lighting, shades, and HVAC. The MPC3-101 is an enterprise-class control processor that can be deployed across hundreds of spaces and set up easily using a web browser, toolbox software, Crestron Fusion, or Crestron XiO Cloud. It employs standard network security protocols, including 802.1X network access control, Active Directory® software authentication, SSH, TLS, and HTTPS, to ensure reliability and compliance with your organization’s IT policies.

SNMP Support
Built-in SNMP support enables integration with third-party IT management software, allowing network administrators to manage and control Crestron systems on the network in an IT-friendly format.

Power over Ethernet
Using PoE technology, the MPC-101 gets its operating power directly through the LAN wiring. PoE (Power over Ethernet) eliminates the need for a local power supply or any dedicated power wiring. A PoE Injector (PWE-4803RU) simply connects in line with the LAN cable at any convenient location. Crestron PoE switches (CEN-SW-POE-5 or CEN-SWPOE-16) may also be used to provide a total networking solution with built-in PoE. All PoE injectors and switches are sold separately.

Flush Mount Installation
The MPC3-101 is designed to be flush-mounted in a wall using a 1-gang U.S. electrical box (not included). It can also be installed in a lectern or podium with no back box. Using the optional retrofit mounting bracket (MPC3-101/102/201-RMB, sold separately), the MPC3-101 can be installed in a 2-gang U.S. electrical box, allowing easy replacement of an existing MPC-M5 series controller. Once installed, the button labels can be changed at any time by simply removing the front cover. A security screw is included to prevent unauthorized removal.

Control Engine
Crestron 3-Series; real-time, preemptive multithreaded/multitasking kernel; transaction-safe extended FAT file system; battery-backed nonvolatile real-time clock; supports up to 10 simultaneously running programs (license required [1]), built-in .AV Framework base program
Communications
Ethernet	100 Mbps, autoswitching, autonegotiating, autodiscovery, full/half duplex, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, DHCP, SSL, TLS, SSH, SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol), FIPS 140-2 compliant encryption, IEEE 802.1X, SNMP, BACnet/IP [2], IPv4 or IPv6, Active Directory authentication, SMTP email client, HTTPS web server, HTTPS web browser setup and Crestron XiO Cloud client, IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at Type 1 PoE compliant
Connectors
LAN PoE	(1) 8-pin RJ45 connector, female; 100Base-TX Ethernet port; PoE (Power over Ethernet) PD (Powered Device) port
IR	(1) 2-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block; IR/Serial output port; IR output up to 1.2MHz; 1-way Serial TTL/RS-232 (0–5 V) up to 115.2k baud; (IRP2 emitter sold separately)
NET	(1) 3-pin detachable terminal block; Cresnet master port
Ground	(1) 6-32 screw; Chassis ground lug (flying lead with ring terminal included)
Controls and Indicators
Assignable Buttons	(9) Projected capacitive push buttons, each may be labeled using one of 25 prelabeled icon chips or hidden using one of five blackout chips (included), custom laser-etched icon chips are available using optional MPB3/MPC3-BTN3-B ENGRAVED engravable icon chips (sold separately)
Mute	(1) Projected capacitive push button with mute icon
-/+	(2) Projected capacitive push buttons labeled with - (minus) and + (plus) icons for volume control
Volume Gauge	(1) Blue LED multisegment bargraph for volume level indication
Power	(1) Projected capacitive push button labeled with power icon
HW-R	(1) Push button (behind front panel) for hardware reset (reboots the processor)
SW-R	(1) Push button (behind front panel) for software reset (restarts the software program)
Illumination	Each capacitive button is individually backlit white when inactive and blue when active; autobrightness control adjusts all backlighting in three levels according to the ambient light level; backlighting may be dimmed or extinguished when unit enters idle state
NOTE: All capacitive buttons are custom programmable.
Light Sensor
Photosensor detects the ambient light level to enable autobrightness control
Proximity Sensor
Type	Eye-safe 940 nm laser ranging sensor
Range	Adjustable from 8 to 35 in. (20 to 90 cm)
Detects people within range and wakes the unit from standby or idle state
Audio
Key Click	Sounds when any button is pressed, adjustable to one of three volume settings or off
Power
Power over Ethernet	IEEE 802.3at Type 1 (802.3af compatible) Class 0 (12.95 W) PoE Powered Device
Power Consumption	4.1 W typical, 2.8 W idle
Environmental
Temperature	41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C)
Humidity	10% to 90% RH (noncondensing)
Heat Dissipation	14 BTU/hr typical, 9.6 BTU/hr idle
Construction
Housing	Plastic with metal mounting plate, removable front panel with optional security screw
Flush Wall Mount	Mounts in a 1-gang U.S. electrical box (not included), mounts in a 2-gang U.S. electrical box using MPC3-101/102/201-RMB retrofit mounting bracket (sold separately)
Lectern Mount	Mounts in a 2.85 in. (72 mm) H x 2.04 in. (52 mm) W rectangular cutout using bracket provided
Dimensions
Height	4.62 in. (117 mm)
Width	3.02 in. (77 mm)
Depth	2.02 in. (51 mm)
Weight
9.59 oz (272 g)
Compliance
UL® Standards Listed, CE, IC, FCC Part 15 Class B digital device; Class 1M laser product, complies with safety regulations of IEC- 60825-1, FDA 21 CFR 1040.11, and FDA 21 CRF 1040.10