FC−6 is an RS−232/IR multi−function control gateway, capable of plug and play deployment over a customer Ethernet LAN for remote bidirectional RS−232 and IR emitter control of customer devices. Multiple control clients can be IP−connected to the FC−6 control gateway for concurrent control of two RS−232 or four IR controllable devices, such as AV scalers, video displays, audio amplifiers, and DVD players.

Key Features:

• Compact, Piggy-back Installation - Such as behind a TV or display with the ability to draw power over USB from the device.
• Two Dual-Function Ports - Selectable up to 2 bidirectional RS−232 or four IR outputs.
• Up to 40 IP Connected Clients - Over customer Ethernet network, remotely controlling devices connected to control gateway RS−232 and IR ports.
• Remote IP-Based Control - Up to two RS−232−controlled devices, up to four IR−controlled devices connected to the control gateway.
• Easy Plug-and-Play IP Installation - With dynamic (DHCP) address resolution and auto device discovery over customer LAN.
• Power Options - USB, optional PSU.
• Remote Device Management - Via Web browser, by multiple IP−clients (PCs or remote controllers) over customer LAN.
• Browser-Based IR Learning Tool - For IR sensor detected signals.
• Windows®-based Virtual Port Software - For setting up virtual ports on a PC.
• USB Port - For powering the device or upgrading firmware locally.
• Remote Firmware Upgrades via a LAN.
• Optional Power Supply - Not included.
• Size - Pico TOOLS™ - Mount 4 units side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK−4PT rack adapter.