Control4 CORE 1 Controller
The CORE 1 Controller is designed to fit discreetly behind any television, enabling both entertainment and intelligent automation experiences across residential, commercial, or retail settings. It delivers an intuitive and responsive 4K on-screen user interface that enhances the entertainment experience for any TV in the building. CORE 1 orchestrates a wide range of entertainment devices, including Blu-ray players, satellite or cable boxes, game consoles, and virtually any product with infrared (IR) or serial (RS-232) control. It also features IP control for TVs, Apple TV, Roku, AVRs, and other network-connected devices, as well as secure, wireless Zigbee control for remotes, lights, thermostats, smart locks, and more.
Features
- Advanced Processor: New multi-core processors run OS 3 faster and more efficiently, with power to spare for future features and capabilities.
- Device Control: Includes four IR and two serial outputs, plus a digital audio output for streaming music and an HDMI output for an interactive 4K on-screen display and a second audio zone.
- Ryff Audio Server: Built-in high-resolution audio server with native support for popular streaming services such as Qobuz, TIDAL, Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM, SOUNDMACHINE, TuneIn, and more.
- Interactive Menu: Elegant 4K on-screen interactive menu for easy access to entertainment sources, device control, scene selection, comfort settings, surveillance monitoring, and more.
- Silent Operation: Fan-less design with a heat-sink chassis and integrated power supply for a simple, silent, and reliable installation.
- PoE+ Connectivity: Power and network connectivity over a single CAT5/CAT6 cable.
- Ethernet Switch: Built-in two-port Ethernet switch simplifies installation by connecting an additional device to the local network.
- Flexible Installation: Low-profile design for flexible installation inside a standard wall box or mounted to the back of a TV with an optional bracket.
- USB Port: Connect external hard drives for easy access to music content or use a Wi-Fi dongle.
- Mobile Access: Registration to customer.control4.com enables access and control from multiple mobile devices through the Control4 App for Android and iOS – including Apple Watch – while connected to the local network.
- 4Sight Subscription: Active subscription enables remote access with the Control4 App, Intercom Anywhere, Notifications, integration with Alexa and Google voice assistants, When>>Then access, and automatic cloud backups.
- Communication Server: Built-in audio/video intercom capabilities between Control4 touchscreens, Chime Video Doorbells, and door stations.
- OvrC Pro: Advanced remote management and monitoring, device and network configurations, and simplified troubleshooting solutions, including the OvrC Connect app for customers.
CORE 1 Specs
- Control4 App
- Supports up to 50 iOS and Android devices
- OvrC Hub
- Built-in OvrC Pro functionality
- Music Services
- Pandora, Napster, Spotify, TuneIn, TIDAL, Deezer, SiriusXM, SOUNDMACHINE, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Radio.com, Qobuz
- Apple Support
- Inputs/Outputs - AV
- Video Out
- 1 video out—HDMI
- HDMI 2.0a output; 4K @ 60Hz
- Audio Out
- 2 audio out - HDMI, and Digital Coax (output volume control only)
- Audio Playback
- AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP2, MP3, MP4/M4A, Ogg Vorbis, PCM, WAV, WMA
- Audio Resolution
Inputs/Outputs - Network
- Ethernet
- 10/100/1000BaseT compatible (required for controller setup)
- 1 Ethernet/POE+ in port, 1 Ethernet out port
- WiFi
- Accessory only via USB
- Security: WPA/WPA2
- Antenna: Accessory only via USB
- Zigbee Pro
- 802.15.4
- Antenna: External reverse SMA connector
- USB Port
Inputs/Outputs - Control
- IR Out
- 4 IR out - 5V 27ma max output
- IR Capture
- 1 IR receiver—front; 20-60 kHz
- Serial Out
- 2 serial out (shared with IR out 1 and 2)
Power
- Power Requirements
- 100-240VAC, 60/50Hz, POE+
- Power Consumption
- Max: 18W, 61 BTUs/hour
- Idle: 12W, 41 BTUs/hour
Other
- Operating Temperature
- Storage Temperature
- Fan dB Level
- Dimensions (H x W x D)
- 2.87” (73mm) x 5.55” (141mm) x 8.5” (216mm)
- Weight
Other - Mechanical and Hardware
- Front Panel LEDs
- Status LEDs (listed left to right): music streaming, warning, link, power
- ID Button
- Includes LED that mimics the power LED on the front panel
- CPU
- RAM
- Flash Disk
- Security
- OSD
Accessories
- Wall-Mount Bracket
- Rack-Mount Kit
- 3.5mm to DB9 Serial Cable
- Remote for OnScreen Menu
- 4Sight Subscription (1 Year)