HELIX Extension Card 2.0 – BT HD

Extension Card 2.0 – BT HD
Wireless HD audio streaming – flexible, powerful, future-proof
The Extension Card 2.0 BT HD transforms your DSP or DSP amplifier into a fully capable Bluetooth® audio streaming hub. Thanks to the modern BT5.0 standard and support for high-quality codecs like aptX HD, AAC, and SBC, you’ll enjoy wireless music playback in outstanding quality – up to 576 kbps and 24 bit / 48 kHz. The module also features an optical digital output (SPDIF), offering additional connection options.

High Definition Audio
With the integrated Qualcomm® aptX™ HD audio codec, high-resolution wireless audio transmission is ensured at all times. The direct digital signal path from the module to the DSP – without any additional AD/DA conversion – guarantees lossless processing and exceptional sound performance.

Full control
The BT HD module supports control commands such as play/pause, track forward/backward, connect, pairing, and disconnect of a connected DSP remote control (e.g. CONDUCTOR or DIRECTOR). The DIRECTOR´s display also shows the current artist and song title as well as the currently used audio codec.

Wireless DSP tuning
The increased data transmission of the BT5.0 standard in combination with the DSP PC-Tool software (version 6 or higher) and a PC with Bluetooth® wireless technology allows wireless configuration of all DSP devices with ACO platform. A cumbersome connection via USB cable is now a thing of the past.

Seamless integration – maximum compatibility
The Extension Card 2.0 - BT HD is compatible with all HELIX and MATCH DSP products featuring an Extension Card 2.0 slot. A module-specific plastic cover panel is included for easy installation into the universal opening of the device’s side panel. A high-performance antenna ensures optimal reception – a well-thought-out solution down to the last detail.

Features
Extends the DSP device with a Bluetooth® audio streaming function and an optical digital output
Bluetooth® audio streaming powered with Qualcomm® aptX™ HD audio codec
High Definition audio transmission with up to 576 kbps and 24 Bit/48 kHz sampling rate thanks to BT5.0+EDR standard
Supported Audio Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX & aptX HD
Direct digital signal transmission to DSP for lossless audio processing
Enables wireless tuning of the DSP via the DSP PC-Tool software for all DSP devices with ACO platform (DSP PC-Tool 6 or higher)
Supports the artist & title displaying function of the DIRECTOR display remote control (only ACO devices / from DIRECTOR software version 2.10)
Supports control commands like play/pause, track forward/back, connecting, pairing and disconnecting the connected DSP remote control (e.g. CONDUCTOR and DIRECTOR) as well as display of the currently used audio codec
Optical output in SPDIF format
Including plastic cover panel with injected threaded insert​a and high-performance antenna
Made in Germany

Technical data

Bluetooth® standard

5.0 + EDR

Bluetooth® profile

A2DP, AVRCP, SPP

Bluetooth® codec

SBC, AAC, Qualcomm® aptX™ and Qualcomm® aptX™ HD

Number of paired devices

8

Wireless frequency range

2402 ~ 2480 MHz

Range

Up to 10 m

Digital optical output

SPDIF with either 96 kHz / 24 Bit or 48 kHz / 24 Bit depending on sampling rate of the device

Compatibility
All HELIX and MATCH DSP devices featuring Extension Card 2.0 slot

Scope of delivery
1 x BT HD module
1 x Antenna
1 x Mounting screws