Basalte CORE PLUS User manual

Installation Manual
CORE PLUS
© 2022 basalte v1.0
1Power supply (12V DC)
2Ethernet LAN port (PoE)
3USB port
4Service button
5KNX bus coupler (connector provided)
6IR out 1 (tripple IR No. 0729-12, emitter included)
7IR out 2 (tripple IR No. 0729-12, emitter included)
8Analog output (RCA)
9Digital output S/PDIF (coaxial)
10 Audio network
11 Beam antenna
12 Programming key and Mac address
13 Serial number
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
Model No. 790-14
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Description
The Basalte Core Plus server is at the heart of the Basalte Home visualisation. It oers a comprehensive
functionality set for KNX home automation systems: from light & shade control over the native integration of
third-party solutions like Philips Hue to door phones, AV gear and more. The built-in logic functions allow to
create home automation sequences. Connect the Core Plus to the Asano multiroom amplifiers using audio
network and use the 4 streams to play your music library, internet radio and streaming services in any room.
Basalte Studio allows you to fully configure all Core’s functionalities whilst the end-user can take full control
with the intuitive Basalte App.
How to start up
After initial power-up, Core Plus needs to be configured using Basalte Studio.
For more information, please refer to the software manual.
Connect the DC plug to the Core Plus before connecting the AC/DC Power Supply unit to the mains.
LED feedback
The Core Plus front panel has a feedback LED , which indicates following statuses:
• Blue: start-up – no music available
• White: normal operation mode
• Green: new software update, will be installed overnight
• Orange: software upgrade ongoing – do not turn the power o
• Red: failure detected, make sure the Core has an active network and internet connection and refer to the
Basalte App settings (> About > Status) where more context about the fault code will be displayed.
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Installation Manual
CORE PLUS
© 2022 basalte v1.0
How to install
- Network connection (2)
Make sure the Core Plus is connected to the network. It can be powered over POE.
- USB port (3)
The USB port allows you to expand your music library with an external USB storage and you can also use it to link
the Serial.bridge (0910-03 not included).
- KNX bus (5)
Connection to the KNX bus is made by using a special connector (included). This connector is dismountable from
the unit.
- Infra Red out 1 & 2 (6&7)
The Core Plus has 2 IR out that can control IR devices
(2x triple IR extender No. 0729-12 included). The IR commands can be configured in Studio.
- Analog output (8)
An external amplifier or surround system can be connected using this analog output. (Stereo RCA)
- Digital S/PDIF (9)
An external amplifier or surround system can be connected using the digital S/PDIF output. (Coaxial)
- Audio network (10)
Connect Core Plus to the audio network using Ethernet CAT5e cable. The audio network has to be a dedicated
network separated from your local data network.
- Beam Antenna (11)
To wirelessly connect to the Basalte beam wireless network. (antenna included)
- Programming Key (12)
Use this key to program the Core Plus with the Basalte Studio configuration software.
Connect the DC plug to the Core Plus before connecting the AC/DC Power Supply unit to the mains.
Technical data
Power PoE: 10 W IEEE 802.3af
Power: 12 V DC (12V 30W/2.5A adapter included)
Ambient temperature:
Operation: -5°C to 45°C
Storage: -15°C to 55°C
Transport: -15°C to 55°C
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Dimensions: w 430 x h 50 x d 220 mm
Weight: 2,2kg
Max. humidity: 93% relative humidity, no moisture condensation
Protection class: II
Type of protection: IP 20
Certification: CE
Service button
The recessed button on the back of the Core Plus can be used for dierent purposes. When pressing and
holding this button with an appropriate tool, the front LED of the Core will cycle through dierent colours. When
releasing the button on a certain colour, the matching action will be executed.
• No LED: when releasing the button, nothing will happen (= pause between colours).
• Yellow: Restarting the Core is also available from the Basalte App on the Settings page when logged in
as admin.
• Cyan: DHCP is restored (in case the Core Plus might get unreachable).
• Magenta: factory reset which will remove the current configuration and its history.