Barix AG will bring its next-generation Exstreamer IP Audio device for multipoint networks to IBC. The Exstreamer 205 IP makes retail and hospitality applications simpler. Each room or location requires a single Exstreamer 205, a network connection and power outlet, two common high-quality audio speakers and minimal wiring. The device allows to simplify infrastructure and […]
Barix AG will bring its next-generation Exstreamer IP Audio device for multipoint networks to IBC.
The Exstreamer 205 IP makes retail and hospitality applications simpler. Each room or location requires a single Exstreamer 205, a network connection and power outlet, two common high-quality audio speakers and minimal wiring.
The device allows to simplify infrastructure and reduce deployment costs for in-store media system, claims the company. Its built-in 2×25 watt, power-efficient class-D amplifier minimises equipment needs at the end point, lowering costs while retaining superior audio quality. Businesses can distribute branded retail radio broadcasts, customised store and play programmes, or simple background music streams to as many locations as the network can support, without the need for separate amplifiers.
The Exstreamer 205 is also the first Barix IP audio device to add a local, line-level stereo input. This allows direct connection of an in-zone audio source to the device for local playout. This is suitable for local, non-streaming content is available, whether from a guest’s iPod or a digital signage system.
Businesses operating digital signage systems can add the Exstreamer 205 to out-of-home networks. Operators can establish a general background stream for the entire network, with the flexibility to interrupt the stream and play out local content at any location. Offline content protection is enhanced via a MicroSD slot, which enables local playout of (encrypted) content directly from the device while minimising opportunities for theft or modification.
The Exstreamer 205 also offers priority ports for connection into a master paging system, such as the Barix Annuncicom PS16. This allows a facility manager, security guard or other operator to break into the network stream to make a page or announcement also overruling any local audio sources.
Like previous models, the Exstreamer 205 decodes and plays multi-protocol and multi-format audio streams, including MP3, AACplusV2, WMA, PCM, G.711 and EtherSound. Volume and channel selection is controllable via an API through IP or serial port, a built-in IR receiver or the Barix Volume Source Control (VSC) device.
