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NFC and QR-Code Actions

Touchless automation via NFC tags and QR codes

Bridges NFC tags and QR codes with Q-SYS, enabling users to trigger automation through smartphone taps or scans without dedicated apps or control panels.

Transform any NFC tag or QR code into a Q-SYS automation trigger. This plugin establishes a direct bridge between low-cost physical NFC tags or QR codes and Q-SYS, enabling instant triggering of snapshots, presets, and custom functions with a simple tap of a phone. No special apps, software, or control panels needed for the end user, just the built-in NFC capabilities of any modern smartphone.

Program any standard NFC tag once, and it becomes a permanent, maintenance-free control point for your AV systems. The interaction is straightforward enough that the user won’t even realise they’re interacting with Q-SYS.

Three Ways to Trigger Actions

Tapping an NFC Tag - tap a phone against a programmed tag
Scanning a QR Code - point a camera at a printed code
Built-in Control Landing Page - direct browser access to the control interface

Core Features

Zero end-user dependencies. Works with any NFC-enabled smartphone’s native capabilities.
Three trigger types: Momentary (3-second pulse), Trigger (one-shot activation), Toggle (on/off state control)
Works on LAN A or LAN B
Up to 12 independent triggers from a single plugin instance
Optional PIN protection for secure access control
Stealth mode for discrete NFC interaction
Clean interface showing all available triggers
Headless API endpoints for integration with other systems
Real-time status monitoring and connection tracking
Automatic network discovery showing all available server addresses
Toggle state persistence between activations
Direct Q-SYS control pin outputs for each trigger

Ideal Applications

Conference rooms requiring touchless AV control. Swipe to start a meeting (turn on TVs, cameras, lights, etc.)
Educational spaces with preset configurations. Presentation mode (turn on projector, set input).
Cleaners’ lights. Cleaners can tap a tag without needing access to the full system.
Anywhere it’s not practical to mount a touch panel but you still want to trigger a snapshot (outdoors, wet areas, etc.)
Retail locations with staff-only system access
Any space benefiting from simplified, physical control points

NFC Tag Compatibility

The plugin works with virtually any NFC tag or sticker available online. If it works with your phone and NFC Tools can program it, it will work with this plugin. NFC stickers can even be hidden inside light switch cover plates (non-metal) for a clean look.

Technical Details

Connection pooling for handling multiple simultaneous clients
Robust socket cleanup to prevent resource leaks
Timer management for momentary controls
Works with any standard NFC tag (no proprietary hardware required)

Browser Security Note

This plugin uses HTTP for local network communication. On first access, your browser may display a security warning that you can safely click through. Chrome or Firefox are recommended as they will remember this exception on local networks for future visits.