Biamp 920-02256-20002 Echo Plus 8DKW

Product Overview

The Biamp Impera Echo Plus 8DKW is an eight-button AV control pad with an Ethernet port, built for conference rooms, training rooms, and presentation spaces. In a white DK form factor, this Ethernet control keypad drives displays, projectors, and source devices from a compact wall plate or from within an EasyConnect tabletop cable box. An on-board controller lets the Echo Plus 8DKW run room control without a separate processor, and Ethernet networking allows it to control third-party devices over IP. It is a cost-effective conference room control pad for the Impera control system.

Product Description

The Impera Echo Plus 8DKW provides a simple, tactile control interface for commercial AV rooms. Eight mechanical buttons, each with a corresponding multicolor software-configurable LED, give users clear feedback for source selection, display power, and volume. Because the controller is on board, integrators do not need to specify a separate processor for typical single-room systems, which keeps the design lean and the installation fast. The Echo Plus adds a 10/100 Ethernet port over RJ-45, letting the pad control up to two third-party devices over the network in addition to its serial and IR outputs.

For direct device control, the pad includes one bi-directional RS-232/IR port with feedback, one uni-directional RS-232/IR port, and three GPIO ports for logic signals, all programmed in Biamp's Project Designer software. A mini USB connection handles configuration and maintenance, and an expansion bus supports up to two additional keypads or port expanders. The DK form factor mounts into DK-standard wall boxes and EasyConnect cable management, and the pad is covered by a five-year warranty. It works alongside the matching Echo Plus 8EUB and the non-networked Impera Echo 8DKW within the Biamp collection.

Key Features

• Eight Configurable Buttons — Eight mechanical buttons with multicolor, software-configurable LEDs give clear, tactile control and status feedback.
• Ethernet Control — A 10/100 Ethernet port lets the pad control up to two third-party devices over IP in addition to serial and IR.
• On-Board Controller — The pad runs room control without an external processor, simplifying single-room deployments.
• RS-232 and IR Ports — One bi-directional RS-232/IR port with feedback and one uni-directional RS-232/IR port drive projectors, displays, and other devices.
• GPIO Control — Three GPIO ports send or receive logic signals for screens, occupancy sensors, and related hardware.
• Expansion Bus — The expansion bus supports up to two additional keypads or port expanders.
• DK Form Factor — The white DK-standard housing mounts in DK wall boxes and EasyConnect tabletop cable management.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Training room
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Huddle room
• Government space

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the Biamp Impera Echo Plus datasheet. Confirm detailed specifications against current Biamp documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Echo Plus and the standard Echo?
The Echo Plus adds a 10/100 Ethernet port that can control up to two third-party devices over IP, while the standard Echo relies on serial, IR, and GPIO.

Does the Echo Plus 8DKW require a separate processor?
No. It has an on-board controller and can run room control without an external processor in typical single-room systems.

What can it control?
It drives displays, projectors, and source devices via Ethernet, one bi-directional and one uni-directional RS-232/IR port, and three GPIO ports.

What does the DK form factor mean?
DK refers to the housing standard; the 8DKW mounts in DK-standard wall boxes and in EasyConnect tabletop cable management, in white.

How is it programmed?
The pad is configured in Biamp's Project Designer software, with a mini USB port for local configuration and maintenance.

Can I add more control points?
Yes. The expansion bus supports up to two additional keypads or port expanders.

What warranty applies?
The Impera Echo Plus is covered by a five-year Biamp warranty.