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AMX VARIA-150N AMX Varia, 15.6” Touch Panel (No-Comm) vs AMX NX-3200 NetLinx Integrated Controller - 1RU - Dual LAN
The AMX VARIA-150N is a touchscreen display panel for end-user control interfaces, while the AMX NX-3200 is a backend integrated controller for system processing and device management. Choose the VARIA-150N if you need a wall-mounted control interface; choose the NX-3200 if you need the processing engine and I/O infrastructure to manage an AV or building automation system.
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AMX VARIA-150N AMX Varia, 15.6” Touch Panel (No-Comm)
AMX NX-3200 NetLinx Integrated Controller - 1RU - Dual LAN
Specs side by side
| AMX VARIA-150N AMX Varia, 15.6” Touch Panel (No-Comm) | AMX NX-3200 NetLinx Integrated Controller - 1RU - Dual LAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5,207.00 | $4,310.00 |
| Brand | AMX | AMX |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose AMX VARIA-150N AMX Varia, 15.6” Touch Panel (No-Comm)
- ✓ 15.6" IPS touchscreen with 1920×1200 resolution for intuitive user control
- ✓ PoE power simplifies installation with single Ethernet connection
- ✓ Compact, lightweight wall or VESA-mountable form factor
- ✓ Security-focused design with no camera, microphone, or NFC
Why choose AMX NX-3200 NetLinx Integrated Controller - 1RU - Dual LAN
- ✓ 1600 MIPS processor handles complex real-time control for large installations
- ✓ 8 Serial, 8 Relay, 8 IR, and 8 Digital I/O ports support extensive device integration
- ✓ Dual LAN with isolated ICSLAN for network redundancy and fault tolerance
- ✓ Enterprise security: IPv6, 802.1X, X.509 certificates, LDAP integration
Frequently asked questions
Can these two products work together?
Yes. The NX-3200 is a backend controller that processes logic and manages I/O; the VARIA-150N is a front-end display interface. The NX-3200 would provide the processing and device control while the VARIA-150N displays the user interface on a touchscreen.
Which is better for a small conference room?
The VARIA-150N alone is sufficient if you only need a simple touchscreen interface to control basic AV functions. If you need to integrate multiple devices or control building automation alongside AV, you would add an NX-3200 as the control engine.
What are the key technical differences?
The VARIA-150N is a display device with PoE power and Ethernet only; the NX-3200 is a 1RU rack-mount controller with 1600 MIPS processing, 512 MB RAM, 8 GB flash, and extensive I/O ports (8 Serial, 8 Relay, 8 IR, 8 Digital, 2 AXLink). The NX-3200 requires dedicated network infrastructure and is designed for enterprise automation.
Which requires more professional installation?
The VARIA-150N is simpler: mount it and connect one Ethernet line with PoE. The NX-3200 requires rack installation, network configuration, and typically programming expertise to set up control logic and device integrations.