Introducing the Control4® EA-5 Controller
A sleek, black, rectangular Control4 EA-5 Controller unit is shown from the front. It has a brushed metal finish and the Control4 logo is subtly displayed on the front panel.
The all-new Control4 EA-5 Entertainment and Automation Controller offers unparalleled performance and control capabilities for demanding smart home systems. It is powered by a next-generation multi-core, hyperthreaded processor and provides a wide array of control I/O. This controller enables comprehensive smart home automation, integrating advanced WiFi and ZigBee with multiple external antennas, an integrated five-port Ethernet switch, IR, serial, contact sensors, and relays.
Deliver immersive, multi-stream, high-resolution audio solutions with up to five simultaneous audio streams from local audio content, an integrated music server, and native ShairBridge for AirPlay-enabled audio playback. Its sleek design, rack-mount form factor, and top-of-the-line connectivity make it the ideal foundation for any Control4 system.
Key Features
- Advanced multi-core processor delivers new levels of speed and performance for instantaneous, interactive on-screen control and access to lighting, security, music, and video libraries.
- High-resolution audio is delivered by an all-new high-powered DAC and five audio outputs, including HDMI, which provide multiple simultaneous streams of local music, native streaming services, and AirPlay-enabled devices.
- Integrated music server with native support for Pandora®, TIDAL, Deezer, Tuneln, and Rhapsody® (Napster®) streaming services.
- Certified HDMI with audio and video capability delivers elegant on-screen display with reliable connectivity to today's televisions and receivers.
- Elegant, low-profile design features an integrated power supply for flexible, simple installation.
- Includes rack ears and a 1U rack size for convenient rack mounting.
- Incredibly fast, intuitive control from a touch screen, remote, or TV On-Screen Navigator.
- Built-in five-port gigabit network switch simplifies installation for network-connected devices.
- Integrated Wireless-N and ZigBee with external antennas simplify installation while delivering high-performance connectivity.
- USB and eSATA ports enable connections to external hard drives for easy access to music content.
- Control4 app license enables in-home control from multiple iOS and Android mobile devices as well as PCs. A 4Sight subscription can be added to enable remote control and access from virtually anywhere.
- Video/Audio Intercom license for whole-home communications with Control4 touch screens and door stations.
Technical Specifications
The rear panel of the Control4 EA-5 Controller is depicted, showcasing a variety of ports and connections including multiple Ethernet ports, USB ports, eSATA, IR outputs, serial ports, contact sensor terminals, relay terminals, audio outputs, and an HDMI output.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model number | C4-EA5 |
| Control4 app license | Included—Supports up to 50 devices |
| Intercom license | Included—Supports audio and video intercom on Control4 touch screens and door stations |
| Streaming services | Pandora®, Rhapsody® (Napster®), Tuneln, TIDAL, Deezer |
| ShairBridge | Up to 20 instances of the driver in the project, 5 concurrent streams |
| Video out | 1 video out—HDMI |
| Video | HDMI 1.4 output; HD 720p/1080p, 50-60 Hz |
| Audio out | 5 audio out—1 HDMI, 2 stereo analog, 2 digital coax |
| Audio in | 4 audio in—2 stereo analog, 2 digital coax |
| Audio playback formats | AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP2, MP3, MP4/M4A, Ogg Vorbis, PCM, WAV, WMA |
| High-resolution audio playback | Up to 192 kHz / 24 bit |
| Advanced audio subsystem | Dual audio signal processors, multiple sample rate converters |
| Audio system controls (analog or digital coax) | 10-band graphic equalizer, input gain, output gain, loudness, tone controls, balance |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | <-105 dbFS |
| Total harmonic distortion | 0.0015 (-96.5 db) |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000BaseT compatible (required for controller setup). |
| Built-in Ethernet switch | 1 Ethernet in + 4 gigabit Ethernet switch ports |
| Wireless | Dual-band Wireless-N (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 802.11n/g/b) |
| Wireless security | WEP, WPA, and WPA2 |
| Wireless antenna | 2 external reverse SMA connectors |
| ZigBee Pro | 802.15.4 |
| ZigBee antenna | External reverse SMA connector |
| eSATA port | 1 eSATA port |
| USB port | 1 USB 2.0 port, 500mA minimum, 600mA maximum |
| IR out | 8 IR out—5V 27mA max output, 1 IR blaster-front |
| IR capture | 1 IR receiver-front; 0-60 kHz |
| Serial out | 4 serial out (2 DB9 ports and 2 shared with IR out 1-2) |
| Contact | 4 contact sensors—36VDC, 1.25A maximum |
| Relay | 4 relays—AC: 36V, 2A; DC: 24V, 2A maximum operation |
| Power requirements | 100-240 VAC, 60/50Hz |
| Power consumption | Max: 40W, 136 BTUs/hour Idle: 15W, 51 BTUs/hour |
| Operating temperature | 32°~ 104° F (0° ~ 40° C) |
| Storage temperature | 4°~158° F (-20° ~ 70° C) |
| Fan dB level | Max: 35 dB |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.875" (49 mm) w/feet x 17.5" (444 mm) × 10.125" (258 mm) |
| Weight | 6.85 lbs (3.10 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 9.30 lbs (4.20 kg) |
Included Accessories
- 3.5mm to DB9 Serial Cable
- SR-260 System Remote Control
- 4Sight Subscription (1 Year)
Resources
For more information on the entire EA Controller product line, visit Control4 EA Controller Info.
For product photos, documentation and installation instructions, visit Control4 Controllers Portal.
