The Soundweb London BLU-160 is a powerful, open-architecture audio processor designed for sophisticated installed sound systems. Offering configurable I/O, advanced signal processing, and a high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant digital audio bus, the BLU-160 provides the flexibility required for complex audio networking environments.
Fully configurable via HiQnet London Architect, the BLU-160 features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface and a comprehensive library of processing and logic objects, enabling designers to create tailored audio solutions with ease.
Configurable I/O Architecture
The BLU-160 features four modular card slots, each capable of accepting one of six available I/O cards. Every card supports four channels, allowing the system to be precisely configured to match application requirements.
Supported I/O Cards
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Analog Input Card (with phantom power per channel)
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Analog Output Card
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Digital Input Card (AES/EBU & S/PDIF)
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Digital Output Card (AES/EBU & S/PDIF)
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AEC Input Card (with phantom power)
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Telephone Hybrid Card
Analog Input Cards offer software-configurable gain in 6 dB steps up to +48 dB and per-channel phantom power control.
Digital Audio Bus & Networking
At the core of the BLU-160 is a 256-channel, low-latency, fault-tolerant digital audio bus using standard Category 5e cabling, supporting device distances of up to 100 meters.
For extended installations, fiber optic media converters (such as the BSS Audio MC-1) allow distances to exceed 40 km, making the BLU-160 ideal for large venues and campus-wide systems.
Front Panel Monitoring & Control
The front panel provides immediate system insight without requiring a PC:
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Phantom Power, Sync, Signal Present, and Clip indicators per channel
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Informative LCD showing device name, type, firmware version, IP address, subnet mask, and system time
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Bi-directional locate functionality for easy identification within HiQnet London Architect
Control & System Integration
The BLU-160 includes 12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs, enabling seamless integration with GPIO-compatible devices and third-party control systems.
The Soundweb London Interface Kit, included within HiQnet London Architect, provides comprehensive documentation for integrating the BLU-160 into external control environments.
BSS BLU-160 Key Features
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Four modular input/output card slots
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Fully configurable signal processing architecture
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Rich palette of processing and logic objects
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256-channel, low-latency digital audio bus
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Fault-tolerant audio networking
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Clear front-panel LED indicators and display
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Bi-directional device locate functionality
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12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs (GPIO)
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HiQnet™ London Architect configuration, control, and monitoring
Applications
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Large-scale installed sound systems
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Conference centers and corporate facilities
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Houses of worship
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Educational campuses
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Performing arts venues
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Networked audio and DSP environments
The Soundweb London BLU-160 delivers unmatched flexibility, scalability, and reliability for professional installed audio systems. With modular I/O, powerful DSP, robust networking, and seamless HiQnet integration, it serves as a cornerstone for precisely tailored audio solutions of any size.
