MPC4-201-B – 4-Series® Media Presentation Controller 201
- Integrated 4-Series® Control System® processor and wall-mounted control panel
- Six customizable backlit capacitive buttons with replaceable icon labels
- Dedicated power, mute, and volume controls with illuminated volume gauge
- Built-in .AV Framework™ software for simplified setup and deployment
- PoE-powered operation for streamlined installation and reduced cabling
- Crestron Fusion® room monitoring and scheduling support
- XiO Cloud® provisioning, monitoring, and remote management
- Enterprise-grade security with 802.1X, Active Directory®, SSH, TLS, and HTTPS
- Compatible with 1-gang European electrical boxes, tabletop enclosures, and 2-gang U.S. retrofit installations
- Supports mobile apps, XPanel® control, and third-party AV management platforms
The Crestron® MPC4-201-B combines a powerful 4-Series® Control System processor and an intuitive control interface into a single compact wall-mounted device. Designed for classrooms, conference rooms, lecture halls, training environments, and collaborative spaces, it provides centralized control of displays, AV systems, lighting, shades, and other room technologies.
Powered through Power over Ethernet (PoE), the MPC4-201-B simplifies deployment by delivering both power and network communication over a single Ethernet connection. Its flexible mounting options, enterprise-class security, and cloud-based management tools make it an ideal control solution for modern commercial environments.
Customizable Backlit Capacitive Controls
The MPC4-201-B features six programmable capacitive buttons that can be customized using supplied icon chips or optional laser-engraved labels. Buttons illuminate blue when active and white when inactive, providing clear visual feedback and an enhanced user experience.
Dedicated controls for power, mute, and volume are included, along with an illuminated volume gauge for quick status visibility. Built-in proximity sensing automatically activates the interface as users approach, while auto-brightness technology adjusts button illumination based on ambient lighting conditions.
Integrated 4-Series® Control Engine
Powered by Crestron’s advanced multicore 4-Series® processor, the MPC4-201-B delivers exceptional speed, reliability, and scalability. The enhanced processing performance supports sophisticated automation workflows and seamless integration across multiple AV and building systems.
The platform enables centralized control of displays, audio systems, lighting, shades, environmental controls, and other IP-connected technologies while supporting integration with touch screens, wireless remotes, mobile devices, and web-based interfaces.
Compact Control Without a Rack
The MPC4-201-B encapsulates Crestron’s control technology in a compact wall-mounted form factor, eliminating the need for a separate rack-mounted controller in many applications. High-speed Ethernet connectivity provides network access and control of IP-enabled equipment including AV switchers, displays, DSPs, and other connected devices.
Additional system expansion can be achieved through:
- Cresnet® bridging solutions
- infiNET EX® wireless gateways
- Ethernet-based RS-232 interface modules
- Digital input modules
- IR control modules
- Relay and I/O expansion modules
Fast Deployment with .AV Framework™
Built-in .AV Framework™ technology provides a fully functional AV presentation system with intuitive web-based configuration, enabling fast deployment without extensive programming. Installers can quickly configure common room types while reducing setup time and complexity.
For advanced installations, the MPC4-201-B supports drag-and-drop programming, symbol-based programming, and C# development, with full Unicode and multilingual support.
Crestron Fusion® Room Management
Integration with Crestron Fusion® allows organizations to centrally manage room scheduling, technology monitoring, reporting, and building automation. Administrators can monitor room utilization, automate system behavior, and improve operational efficiency from a centralized dashboard or mobile application.
Fusion integration also helps reduce energy consumption by automating AV systems, lighting, shades, and HVAC controls based on room occupancy and scheduling data.
XiO Cloud® Provisioning & Management
Native support for XiO Cloud® enables remote deployment, configuration, monitoring, and management of Crestron devices across enterprise environments. Installers can preconfigure systems before installation, while IT teams can manage thousands of endpoints from a centralized cloud platform.
Built on Microsoft Azure®, XiO Cloud provides enterprise-level scalability and simplifies ongoing administration of AV and room control infrastructure.
Enterprise-Grade Security
The MPC4-201-B is designed to meet the requirements of modern IT environments with robust security and authentication features, including:
- 802.1X network authentication
- Active Directory® integration
- SSH secure communications
- TLS encryption
- HTTPS management
- SNMP V3 support
- IPv6 readiness
- Native BACnet™ network/IP support
These capabilities help ensure secure deployment across large enterprise, government, healthcare, and education networks.
Flexible Installation Options
Designed for international deployments, the MPC4-201-B flush-mounts into a standard 1-gang European electrical box and can also be installed in lecterns, podiums, and custom furniture applications. An optional retrofit bracket enables installation in a 2-gang U.S. electrical box.
The removable front cover allows button labels to be updated without removing the controller, while an included security screw helps protect against unauthorized removal.
Optional Tabletop Configuration
Using the optional MPC3/MPB3‑TTK‑SQR‑B Tabletop Kit, the MPC4-201-B can be transformed into an attractive freestanding controller for conference tables, reception desks, podiums, and collaboration spaces.
Third-Party Mounting Compatibility
The MPC4-201-B is compatible with select Wall-Smart® retrofit mounting solutions, providing additional installation flexibility for high-end architectural and commercial environments.
Ideal Applications
- Conference and meeting rooms
- Classrooms and lecture halls
- Training facilities
- Corporate collaboration spaces
- Government and public sector environments
