Control4® HC-800 Controller
Introducing one “wicked” fast controller that does it all! Designed to serve as the cornerstone of any Control4 installation, no matter how large or demanding, the HC-800 features a lightning-fast, next-generation 1.8GHz high-performance dual-core processor that delivers instantaneous, interactive on-screen control and browsing of even the largest media libraries.
Rave Reviews!
The Control4 HC-800 has been through an extensive Beta program and the testers are having a hard time expressing just how awesome this controller is, without using expletives anyway!
“I never would have thought that navigator could operate so quickly on a controller, much less a controller that is also running Director, ZigBee server, and ZigBee coordinator at the same time!” — Chad Gray
“The HC800 is the most impressive controller I have ever tested. The on-screen performance is simply amazing and the speed of ZigBee is unlike anything before.” — Kevin Luther
“Take the power of the HC-1000, combine that with the features of the old HC-500 and you have a blazingly fast controller that can keep up with just about anything you throw at it. This thing is BLEEPING FAST!!!” — Shawn Lemay
“eSATA on the back panel is wicked! Exciting piece.” — Joey Ferrell
Product Info
- Sleek, 1RU design allows for installation flexibility in a rack, a cabinet or on a shelf without taking up a lot of space.
- Instantaneous, intuitive access to control virtually anything in your home or light commercial system from a touch screen, system remote control, or TV on-screen navigator.
- Next-generation core and ZigBee processors deliver a new level of speed and system responsiveness to control lighting scenes, security and automation functions, or to interact with large music or video libraries.
- Expansive I/O to control devices through IR, RS-232 serial, IP, ZigBee, contacts and relays.
- 4 audio outputs – 2 analog, 1 digital and 1 HDMI – and 1 analog audio input let you enjoy the digital audio experience from a streaming music service, Internet radio or a digital music collection simultaneously in up to 4 zones of a home or business without a secondary media player.
- Integrated Wireless-N and ZigBee with external antennas and optional 3-meter extended antenna for superior wireless performance, especially in rack-mounted installations.
- Certified HDMI with audio and video capability delivers reliable connectivity to today’s televisions and receivers.
- eSATA and USB ports enable connections to external storage for easy access to media content.
Pricing & Availability
Control4® Home Controller HC-800Part Number:C4-HC800-BL US MSRP: $999
UPC: 876389007707
Control4 3-meter Wireless Antenna KitPart Number:C4-AK-3M US MSRP: $20
UPC: 876389009275
Control4 HC-800 Rack Ear KitPart Number: C4-1UREK-B US MSRP: $20
UPC: 876389007714
Distribution: WorldwideThe Control4 HC-800 and related accessories are available for order immediately and scheduled to begin shipping in February, 2012.
Current Regulatory Approval:
FCC, IC, CE, MET Labs, CTICK, RoHS compliant, HDMI certified
System Requirements Control4 system running software OS 2.2 or later.
FAQ
How many audio inputs and outputs does the HC-800 have?The HC-800 has 4 audio outputs: 2 analog, 1 digital coax, 1 digital HDMI, and 1 analog audio input.
Can the HDMI and Component video outputs be used at the same time?No, to ensure a consistent user experience, Control4 Controllers only display from one video output at a time.
Is the HC-800 HDMI certified?Yes. The HC-800 is HDMI 1.3 certified. There is a newer HDMI certification standard 1.4 but since the controller’s on-screen navigator does not utilize any of the features of 1.4, we have opted not to certify on that standard.
Does the HC-800 have integrated WiFi?Yes. The Controller supports 802.11n/g (2.4Ghz) and WEP, WPA and WPA2 security protocols.
What ZigBee improvements have been made with the HC-800?
The HC-800 has integrated ZigBee and an external ZigBee antenna which gives you a variety of mounting options without compromising ZigBee performance. The controller also features a more powerful ZigBee processor capable of processing ZigBee packets much more quickly than previous ZigBee processors.
Does it have internal or external antennas?The HC-800 has external antennas for WiFi and ZigBee, and ships with three 2.5” antennas. An optional 3-meter antenna is available to be used for either WiFi or ZigBee. The part number for the optional antenna is C4-AK-3M
Does it have an integrated hard disk?No. However, the HC-800 does have one eSATA and one USB 2.0 port to connect to external storage.
How does the HC-800 compare to the HC-1000 in terms of performance?The HC-800 has slightly more processing power than the HC-1000 and will perform as well or better than the HC-1000 in most installations. Watch for an updated Performance Calculator when the HC-800 ships.
Can the HC-800 be rack mounted?Absolutely. The HC-800 takes 1RU of space in a typical 19” equipment rack. There is a special Rack Ear Kit for the HC-800. The part number is C4-1UREK-B.
Does the HC-800 come with a remote?No, the HC-800 does not include a remote but can be controlled via SR-250, SR-150, touch screens and mobile devices using Control4 MyHome.
Now that the HC-800 has been announced, what happens with the other Controllers?Control4 will continue to ship the HC-200, HC-300 and HC-1000 until further notice. These controllers do have use cases with the new controllers. You can find out more about recommendations on these use cases by downloading the Comparison Matrix on the HC-800
Shawn
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