Barix Exstreamer105 Network AudioPlayer

Barix Exstreamer 105 - Network Audio Player with Micro-SD Slot

The Barix Exstreamer 105 is a versatile network audio player designed to decode IP audio streams and deliver high-quality audio output to amplifiers or speakers. Ideal for multiroom audio systems, internet radio, and commercial audio streaming, it supports a wide range of protocols and audio formats for seamless integration in various applications.

Key Features

• Supports AACplus, MP3, Ogg Vorbis, G.711, and PCM linear decoding
• IP streaming via TCP, UDP, RTP, and Multicast protocols
• Line level stereo output with software-controllable volume
• MicroSD slot for local storage and playback
• RS-232 serial port for control and integration
• Power supply included (9-30 VDC, 12-24 VAC)
• Compact aluminium case, rack and wall mountable

Applications

• Multiroom IP audio system receiver
• Internet radio receiver
• In-store audio player
• SIP and IP paging zone device
• Digital annunciator, message player, and message repeater
• Generic VoIP decoder for IP paging and announcement applications
• Commercial audio streaming applications

Specifications

Electrical

• Power supply: 9 to 30 VDC, 12 to 24 VAC, 6 Watt max
• 2.1 mm barrel connector

Ethernet

• 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation
• RJ-45 connector with integrated Link/Activity LED
• Supported protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, SIP, DHCP

Multicast Capability

• ES-100/spkr (Ethersound output, no daisy-chain) support

Analog Output

• Line level output, 40–60 Ohm output impedance on RCA and 1/8" headphone jack
• Output level software controllable
• Full scale output voltage: 5.6 dBu, 4 Vpp
• Frequency response (-3dB): 19 Hz to 22 kHz*
• Dynamic range: 87 dB
• SNR/THD: -87 dB, <0.05%

Audio Formats

• MP3 CBR/VBR, up to 320 kbps, 8–48 kHz sample frequency
• AAC, AAC plus, AAC-HE (AAC plus V2)
• WMA (up to version 9), Ogg Vorbis
• PCM 16-bit @ 8, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
• G.711, uLaw, aLaw (sample rates same as PCM)

Discrete I/O

• 1 NO relay contact, 24 V 0.5 A (110 & 120 models only)

RS-232 Interface

• 300 to 230,400 Baud asynchronous, tunnelling or local control

Mechanical

• Aluminium case, 250 g
• Rack and wall mountable using accessories
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 108 x 38 x 78.7 mm (4.25 x 1.5 x 3.1 inch)

Model Comparison

• Model 100: Memory USB, IR use kit
• Model 105: Memory MicroSD, IR use kit
• Model 110: Display 2x16, Memory USB, Relay
• Model 120: Display 2x16, Memory MicroSD, Relay

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

• Calculated according to MIL217F at 25°C
• Exstreamer 100: minimum 480,000 hours
• Exstreamer 105: minimum 460,000 hours
• Exstreamer 110: minimum 450,000 hours
• Exstreamer 120: minimum 430,000 hours

* Depends on used codec, best results at 48 kHz PCM.