ControlSpace EX-440C conferencing sound processor

With an open-architecture, single-rack-unit design, the ControlSpace EX-1280 is a robust digital signal processor equipped for general-purpose audio processing applications. Twelve mic/line analog inputs, eight analog outputs, a Bose Professional AmpLink output, and 64 × 64 Dante connectivity allow for flexible configuration and high-quality sound system control. ControlSpace Designer software simplifies the setup process with drag-and-drop programming, making configuration quick and easy.FEATURESOpen-architecture, 1RU design built for general-purpose and PA applicationsUSB connection facilitates easy integration with PC audio sourcesDante audio networking supports 64 × 64 audio channels for connection to other Dante-enabled products, including native Dante-integrated microphones, amplifiers, mixers, and endpointsAmpLink output provides 8 channels of uncompressed, low-latency digital audio to AmpLink-equipped Bose Professional amplifiersFront-panel interface features a large OLED display and rotary encoder for setting network parameters and monitoring channel activityGPIO (5 in/5 out) and Serial for interfacing with external devices and control systemsApplicationsDesigned for a wide range of applications, including:Performance venuesStadiums and arenasPlaces of worshipHospitalityMulti-purpose spacesCourtroomsAmusement parksSPECSTechnical SpecificationAMPLIFICATIONChannel Separation (Crosstalk)< -105 dB at +4 dBu, 1 kHz input signalDynamic Range> 115 dB, A-weighted, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, analog input to analog outputFrequency Response18 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.8 dB/-0.2 dB), 1 kHz referenceTHD+N< 0.003% at +4 dBu (A-weighted, 20 Hz – 18 kHz) / < 0.01% at +44 dBu (A-weighted, 20 Hz – 18 kHz)ACOUSTIC ECHO CANCELATION (AEC)AEC-EnabledNoAUDIO INPUTS, ANALOGInput Channels12 balanced, mic/lineConnectors(1) 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm, detachableEquivalent Input Noise-118 dB at 44 dB gainSensitivity Options0 dB, +14 dB, +24 dB, +32 dB, +44 dB, +54 dB, +64 dBInput Impedance12 kΩ at 1 kHz, with or without phantom powerMaximum Input Level+24 dBuPhantom Power48 VDC, 10 mA, software-selectable per inputAUDIO INPUTS/OUTPUTS, DIGITALChannels64 Dante in × 64 Dante out, primary/secondary / 8 AmpLink outConnectors(2) RJ-45 Dante in/out / (1) RJ-45 AmpLink outTypeDante (input/output), AmpLink (output)AUDIO OUTPUTS, ANALOGChannels8 balanced, lineConnectors(6) 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mmMaximum Output Level+24 dBuOutput Impedance200 ΩCOMPLIANCESafetyUL60065 (8th edition), CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60065 (8th edition), IEC/EN60065 (8th edition), UL62368-1 (2nd edition), CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1-14 (2nd edition), IEC/EN 62368-1 (2nd edition)EN 54-24 CertifiedNoEMCEN 55032:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 55035:2017, FCC Part 15B Class A, AS/NZS CISPR 32:2015, ICES-003 Class A, CISPR13CONTROL INPUTSVoltage Range, Analog0 V – 3.3 V (5 V maximum)Digital Input Voltage0 V – 3.3 V (1.6 V threshold)CONTROL OUTPUTSOutputs (Control)(5) digital, 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm, detachableOutput VoltageHigh: 8 V (open circuit), 2.5 V at 10 mA / Low: < 1 V at 100 mA, push-pullELECTRICALMains ConnectorIEC 60320-C14 inletMains Voltage85–264 VAC, 50/60 HzAC Power Consumption35 W typical at 104 °F (40 °C) ambientPower Dissipation60 W (205 BTU/hr, 52 kcal/hr)GENERALSoftware ApplicationsControlSpace Designer 5.5 or later (Windows)Computer Interface ConnectionRJ-45 (Dante), through network router or switchINDICATORS AND CONTROLSDisplay256 × 64 OLEDLED Status Indicators(1) power/status LEDINTEGRATED DSPDelay43 sA/D and D/A Converters48 kHz / 24-bitAudio Latency1.05 ms, analog input to analog outputDSP-EnabledYesMaximum Calculation3.6 GIPS / 2.7 GFLOPSSignal Processor/CPU32-bit fixed/floating-point DSP 456 MHz/Arm Cortex-A8 600 MHz processorSample Rate / Bit Depth48 kHz / 24-bitPHYSICALColorsBlackCooling System2 variable-speed side-venting fansSuspension/MountingStandard rack earsOperating Temperature Range0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)Product Dimensions (H×W×D)1.7 in × 19.0 in × 11.1 in (44 mm × 483 mm × 282 mm)Net Weight7.1 lb (3.2 kg)Rack Spaces1RUProduct codes834317-1110ControlSpace EX-1280, 120V, US834317-2110ControlSpace EX-1280, 230V, EU834317-3110ControlSpace EX-1280, 100V, JP834317-4110ControlSpace EX-1280, 230V, UK834317-5110ControlSpace EX-1280, 240V, AUWarranty Period5 yearsIncluded in Packaging(5) 6-pin Euroblock connectors(2) 3-pin Euroblock connectors(16) cable ties(1) ControlSpace EX-1280

A flexible DSP platform for scalable systems, ControlSpace EX conferencing processors have the features to support rooms of various sizes and the flexibility to meet future needs. With an open-architecture, all-in-one design, the ControlSpace EX-1280C offers signal processing for integrated-microphone audio conferencing applications. As the highest-capability processor of the ControlSpace EX family, the EX-1280C includes 12 mic/line analog inputs, 8 analog outputs, 8 AmpLink digital outputs, 12 acoustic echo cancellers (AEC), and 64 × 64 Dante connectivity. ControlSpace Designer software simplifies the setup process with drag-and-drop programming, making configuration quick and easy. FEATURES All-in-one design supports simultaneous VoIP, PSTN and USB soft codecs in a single 1RU model 12 acoustic echo cancellers (AEC) route to both analog and Dante inputs; multiple references allow one EX-1280C processor to support multiple rooms or AEC-sharing across multiple processors Adaptable noise cancellation on each AEC channel; non-linear processing and comfort noise to enhance the clarity and intelligibility of meetings 2-line VoIP with an internal web interface allowing IT personnel to configure VoIP parameters without design file access or integrator involvement PSTN connection (RJ-11) for worldwide POTS/analog telephone systems USB connection facilitates easy integration with PC soft codecs Dante audio networking supports 64 × 64 audio channels for connection to other Dante-enabled products, including native Dante-integrated microphones AmpLink port provides 8 channels of uncompressed, low-latency digital audio to AmpLink-equipped Bose Professional amplifiers Front-panel interface features large OLED display and rotary encoder for setting network parameters and monitoring channel activity GPIO (5 in/5 out) for external connections including microphone pushbuttons or driving microphone LEDs Applications Designed for a wide range of applications, including: Performance venues Stadiums and arenas Places of worship Resorts and Hospitality Venues Multipurpose spaces SPECS Technical Specification AMPLIFICATION Channel Separation (Crosstalk) < -105 dB at +4 dBu, 1 kHz input signal Dynamic Range > 115 dB, A-weighted, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, analog input to analog output Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.3 dB/-0.1 dB) THD+N 0.002% at +4 dBu (A-weighted, 20 Hz – 20 kHz) ACOUSTIC ECHO CANCELATION (AEC) AEC-Enabled Yes Channels 12 Latency 50 ms Noise Reduction 32 dB References 4 Tail Length 480 ms AUDIO INPUTS, ANALOG Input Channels 12 balanced, mic/line Connectors (1) 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm, detachable Equivalent Input Noise -118 dB at 44 dB gain Sensitivity Options 0 dB, +14 dB, +24 dB, +32 dB, +44 dB, +54 dB, +64 dB Input Impedance 12 kΩ at 1 kHz, with or without phantom power Maximum Input Level +24 dBu Phantom Power 48 VDC, 10 mA, software-selectable per input AUDIO INPUTS/OUTPUTS, DIGITAL Channels 64 Dante in × 64 Dante out, primary/secondary / 8 AmpLink out Connectors (2) RJ-45 Dante in/out / (1) RJ-45 AmpLink out Type Dante (input/output), AmpLink (output) AUDIO OUTPUTS, ANALOG Channels 8 balanced, line Connectors (6) 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm Maximum Output Level +24 dBu Output Impedance 200 Ω COMPLIANCE Safety UL60065 (8th edition), CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60065 (8th edition), IEC/EN60065 (8th edition) EN 54-24 Certified No EMC EN 55032:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 55103-2:2009, FCC Part 15B Class A, ICES-003 Class A, CNS13439, GB13837, GB17625.1, GB17625.2 25.2, CISPR13 CONTROL INPUTS Voltage Range, Analog 0 V – 3.3 V (5 V maximum) Digital Input Voltage 0 V – 3.3 V (1.6 V threshold) CONTROL OUTPUTS Outputs (Control) (5) digital, 6-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm, detachable Output Voltage High: 8 V (open circuit), 2.5 V at 10 mA / Low: < 1 V at 100 mA, push-pull COMMUNICATION PORTS PSTN RJ-11, 1 line, Tx/Rx (transmit/receive) USB Micro-B type, stereo in/out VoIP RJ-45, 2 lines ELECTRICAL Mains Connector IEC 60320-C14 inlet Mains Voltage 85–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz AC Power Consumption 35 W typical at 104 °F (40 °C) ambient Power Dissipation 60 W (205 BTU/hr, 52 kcal/hr) GENERAL Software Applications ControlSpace Designer 5.5 or later (Windows) Computer Interface Connection RJ-45 (Dante), through network router or switch INDICATORS AND CONTROLS Display 256 × 64 OLED LED Status Indicators (1) power/status LED INTEGRATED DSP Delay 43 s A/D and D/A Converters 48 kHz / 24-bit Audio Latency 1.05 ms, analog input to analog output without AEC DSP-Enabled Yes Maximum Calculation 3.6 GIPS / 2.7 GFLOPS Signal Processor/CPU 32-bit fixed/floating-point DSP 456 MHz/Arm Cortex-A8 600 MHz processor Sample Rate / Bit Depth 48 kHz / 24-bit PHYSICAL Colors Black Cooling System 2 variable-speed side-venting fans Suspension/Mounting Standard rack ears Operating Temperature Range 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Product Dimensions (H×W×D) 1.7 in × 19.0 in × 11.1 in (44 mm × 483 mm × 282 mm) Net Weight 7.3 lb (3.6 kg)