Bose ControlSpace EX-1280 Digital Signal 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 AmpLink output, and 64 x 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.

Bose ControlSpace EX-1280 Features

• Open architecture
• USB connection facilitates easy integration with PC audio sources
• Dante audio networking supports 64x64 audio channels
• Bose AmpLink output provides 8 channels of uncompressed, low-latency digital audio to AmpLink-equipped Bose amplifiers
• Front panel interface with large OLED display and rotary encoder
• GPIO and Serial for interfacing with external devices and control systems
• 1RU design ideal for general purpose and PA applications

• ControlSpace EX-1280 digital signal processor1
• Power cord1
• Euroblock connector (green, 6 pins, analog audio in)6
• Euroblock connector (orange, 6 pins, analog audio out)4
• Euroblock connector (green, 6 pins, general purpose in)1
• Euroblock connector (orange, 6 pins, general purpose out)1
• Euroblock connector (black, 3 pins, CC-16)1
• Cable tie16

• Integrated DSP
  • Signal Processor: 32-bit fixed/floating-point DSP 456 MHz/Arm Cortex-A8 600 MHz
  • Max. Calculation: 3.6 GIPS / 2.7 GFLOPS
  • Delay: 43 s
  • Audio Latency: 1.05 ms (analog in to analog out)
  • A/D & D/A Converters: 24-bit
  • Sample Rate: 48kHz
• Analog Audio Inputs
  • Input Channels: 12 balanced, mic/line level
  • Input Connectors: 3.81 mm, 6-pin Euroblock
  • Input Impedance: 12kΩ at 1kHz (with or without phantom power active)
  • Max. Input Level: +24 dBu
  • Equivalent Input Noise: -118dB at 44dB gain setting
  • Phantom Power: +48 VDC, 10mA, selectable per input
  • Gain Settings: 0/+14/+24/+32/+44/+54/+64 dB
• Analog Audio Outputs
  • Output Channels: 8 balanced, line-level
  • Output Connectors: 3.81 mm, 6-pin Euroblock
  • Output Impedance: 200Ω
  • Max. Output Level: +24dBu
• Audio Performance
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz (+0.5dB/-0.5dB)
  • THD+N: 0.01% at +4 dBu (A-weighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
  • Channel Separation (crosstalk): <-105dB at +4dBu input & output level, 1kHz
  • Dynamic Range: > 115dB, A-weighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, analog input to analog output
• Audio Over IP, Dante64x64, primary/secondary
• Digital Audio Outputs (AmpLink, output only)8 ultra-low latency (< 21 μs), 48 kHz; requires shielded Cat 5 cable
• Communication Ports
  • USB Device: Micro-B type, stereo in/out, HID support
  • USB Host: Type A; for future use
• Control Inputs
  • Inputs & Connectors: 5 analog or digital inputs, 2 kΩ internal pull-up resistor to 5 V, 3.81 mm, 6-pin Euroblock
  • Voltage Range
  • Analog Inputs: 0 V to 3.3 V (maximum: 5 V)
  • Digital Inputs: 0 V to 3.3 V (threshold voltage: 1.6 V)
• Control Outputs
  • Outputs & Connectors: 5 digital outputs, 3.81 mm, 6-pin Euroblock
  • Output Voltage
  • High: 8 V (open circuit), 2.5 V at 10 mA
  • Low: < 1 V at 100 mA, push-pull
• Indicators & Controls
  • Display: 256x64 OLED with rotary/push encoder
  • LED Status Indicators: Power/Status
  • Audio Signal Indication: on display
• Electrical
  • Mains Voltage: 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60Hz
  • AC Power Consumption: 35W typical at 104°F (40°C) ambient
  • Mains Connector: IEC 60320-C14 (inlet)
  • Power Dissipation: 60W (205 BTU, 52 kcal)
• PC Configuration SoftwareControlSpace Designer
• Network ControlEthernet (RJ-45), 1 Gbps
• RS-232/485 PortsRS-232 (DTE) & Bose CC-16 (RS-485 master); 3.81 mm, 3-pin Euroblock
• Cooling System2 variable-speed fans, side venting
• Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Dimensions (HxWxD)1.7" x 19" x 11.1"
• Weight7.1 pounds