BSS EC-V Datasheet

EC-V

ethernet controller
with volume control

Overview

The Soundweb Contrio EC-V is an Ethernet wall controller for use
in HARMAN HiQnet™ systems. The EC-V can control and monitor
parameters within BSS Audio Soundweb London™ and other HiQnet
devices, including Crown DriveCore™ Install Series amplifiers. The
EC-V is available in black or white, and in single-gang US decora or
single-gang EU form factor. The EC-V contains a single Ethernet
port for configuration, control, monitoring, and power via PoE. The
EC-V is configured via simple drag-and-drop operations within the
software application HiQnet Audio Architect™ .

The EC-V contains one push/rotary encoder and one encoder ring.
The encoder ring is multiccolor backlit, capable of eight different
colors with adjustable intensity.

The push/rotary encoder can be rotated for continuous parameter
control (e.g. volume). The push/rotary encoder can also be pressed
for binary parameter control (e.g. mute) or preset recall.

Key Features

• Ethernet wall controller

• Compatible with BSS Audio Soundweb London,
Crown DCi, and other HiQnet devices

• Available in black or white

• Available in US decora or EU version

• Single-gang size

• PoE (Power Over Ethernet)

• Configured within Audio Architect via drag-and-drop

The encoder ring can display a bouncing audio meter. When the
push/rotary encoder is rotated, the encoder ring can temporarily
display a volume setting. When the push/rotary encoder is pressed,
the encoder ring can temporarily display a binary parameter setting
(e.g. red/green for muted/unmuted status).

The EC-V supports ‘sleep’ functionality. After a specified amount
of time with no user input, the EC-V can turn off all LEDs. This
is useful to avoid distraction in a dimly lit environment. Any user
interaction will ‘wake up’ the controller.

The EC-V can be remotely locked and unlocked via
other control systems.

• 1 programmable push/rotary encoder

• 1 programmable encoder ring (multicolor)

• Sleep function

• Security: remote lock/unlock

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EC-V

ethernet controller
with volume control

Simple & Affordable Cabling

The EC-V is an Ethernet device, powered via PoE
(Power over Ethernet). This means that power and control
is passed over a single connected Cat 5e cable.

HiQnet Compatiblity

In addition to being able to control Soundweb London
parameters, the EC-V is able to control other HiQnet
devices, including the Crown DriveCore Install Series
amplifiers.

Sleep Function

After a specified amount of time with no user input,
the EC-V can turn off all LEDs. This is useful to avoid
distraction in a dimly lit environment. Any user interaction
will ‘wake up’ the controller.

Lockout Function

The EC-V can be locked during the Sleep Function or at
any other time.

Encoder and Encoder Ring

Normally, the encoder ring will show a bouncing meter for
the currently selected zone. When a volume adjustment
is made, the encoder ring will show the volume level in
the appropriate zone color. After a timeout, the encoder
ring returns to showing the bouncing meter. On/off color
states can be assigned to the push function. The first push
of the encoder will show the current state of the assigned
parameter on the whole encoder ring and any subsequent
push will toggle the state of the parameter.

Color Options

The EC-V is available in black or white to fit
elegantly within its surroundings.

Shape Options

The EC-V is available in single-gang
decora or single-gang EU shapes.

US Decora

EU Version

Technical Specifications

Maximum network cable length 328 feet (100 meters)
Power consumption 300mA max at 48VDC
Recommended Ethernet cable wiring VW-1 Rated, 48VDC, 13W

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