Infinium® Auracast™ Controller and Transmitter

BA CT1

Engineered for commercial AV environments, the Infinium® CT1 delivers ultra-low latency, high-fidelity audio to unlimited Auracast™ enabled devices—including hearing aids, cochlear implants, headphones, and Infinium™ receivers.

Proudly made in the USA, the CT1 is ideal for lecture halls, transportation hubs, theaters, and other large-scale venues. Its modular design features a discreet transmitter and a rack-mount-ready controller for seamless integration.

Key Features

  • Professional AV Controller. Seamlessly integrates into AV racks with both analog and Dante® inputs. Configure locally via the front panel or remotely through a web interface.
  • Compact Transmitter. Installs easily with a single CAT cable carrying both audio and power. Delivers omnidirectional audio coverage up to 100 meters (328 ft).

See description for more details. Handheld receivers, neckloops and accessories sold separately.

System Includes

(1) BA C1 Infinium Controller
(1) BA T1 Infinium Transmitter
(1) 10 ft (3m) Ethernet cable

Features

Williams AV’s Infinium™ is a professional-grade broadcast audio solution that empowers venues to deliver ADA-compliant, multilingual, and assistive listening experiences with ease. Designed for modern AV environments, it enables clear, low-latency audio to guests using either Infinium™ receivers or their own Auracast™ enabled hearing aids, cochlear implants, or headphones.

Key Advantages

  • Modular System Design – The transmitter and controller are housed separately, allowing flexible placement and smooth integration into AV racks.
  • Simplified Transmitter Installation – The transmitter requires just a single CAT cable for power and audio, reducing setup time for integrators.
  • Remote & Onsite Management – Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot via the front panel or web interface, and listen to audio outside the coverage area.
  • Auracast™ Compatibility – Supports a wide range of personal listening devices, and a dedicated Infinium receiver, ensuring inclusive audio access.
  • Dante® Integration – Easily connects to professional AV networks, enabling efficient audio routing and management.

Ideal for Use In

  • Theaters & Performing Arts Venues
  • Classrooms & Lecture Halls
  • Airports & Transportation Hubs
  • Fitness Centers & Gyms

With Infinium™, venues can break down barriers to audio access and deliver a seamless, high-performance listening experience for every guest.

BA CT1 architectural and engineering specifications

Architectural/Consultant Specs – Infinium Systems
General System
The system shall provide a full assistive listening system consisting of controllers, transmitters, dedicated receivers, and charging docks under a single brand. The system shall utilize Bluetooth® LE (BLE) Auracast™ wireless broadcasting technology and standards to deliver audio to an unlimited number of Auracast™ enabled users. The system shall support standard and high-quality audio in mono and stereo configurations. The system shall provide end-to-end latency of less than 40 milliseconds when used with the dedicated receivers. The system shall incorporate AES128-CCM encryption with a 128-bit key and offer both open and password-protected channel security options to ensure flexible deployment. The system shall be an Infinium by WilliamsAV.
Controller
The system shall include a dedicated controller. The controller shall be no larger than 8.45″ W x 5.75″ D x 1.72″ H (21.5 cm x 14.6 cm x 4.4 cm) and shall weigh 2.3 lbs (1.1 kg) or less. The controller shall include a push on/push off latching power button for convenient control. The controller shall include a multi-purpose RJ-45 connection for digital audio networking, transmitter configuration and control, and PoE output. The controller’s single, multipurpose RJ-45 port shall support Dante audio networking. The controller shall provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) output to supply power to the Infinium Transmitter. The controller shall support Mic inputs via XLR /1/4″ combination and/or terminal block connectors. The controller shall include Line input via two terminal block connections and combination XLR & 1/4″ connections. The controller shall include a single 1/4″ headphone/audio output jack. The controller shall include a 3.12” high-resolution OLED direct entry User Interface, supporting button actuated programming entry and status indicator selections. The controller shall feature a hosted web page accessible via the dedicated RJ-45 Ethernet control port. The controller shall include a single, dedicated RJ-45 port for connecting a PC to the hosted web page providing PC User Interface for configuration, programming, status display and firmware updates.The controller shall support DSP programmable audio processor functions including compression, high-pass filter frequency, low-pass filter frequency, and audio presets. Audio presets shall include Hearing Assistance, Music, Voice, and Disable.The controller shall be compatible with a standard 19” rack, occupying one EIA rack space high and 1/2 space wide. It shall support installation of 1–2 units in a single rack space. The controller shall be suitable for placement on shelves, tables, podiums, or similar flat surfaces. The controller shall meet the following compliance standards: FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme. The controller shall include a 2-year parts and labor Warranty.The system shall include an Infinium Controller.
Transmitter
The system shall include Bluetooth® LE (BLE) Auracast™ transmitters.The transmitter shall have a single RJ45 connector.The transmitter shall be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE). The transmitter shall support a single Ethernet Cat 5e cable delivery of audio, device configuration, device status, PoE power input and firmware updates.The transmitter shall support Dante audio via the single multi-purpose RJ45 connector.The transmitter shall broadcast two independent mono or one stereo BTLE audio streams per with Bluetooth LE Auracast guidelines.The transmitter shall have the ability to adjust output power to meet the desired coverage needs of the space.The transmitter shall support broadcast of 16 kHz and 24 kHz (Auracast™ Standard), as well as 48 kHz (Auracast™ High) sample rates. The transmitter shall include LED status indicator that can be disabled via programming interface. The transmitter shall be no larger than 4.7″ W x 5.0″ D x 1.19″ H (11.9 cm x 12.7 cm x 3 cm) and shall weigh less than 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg). The transmitter shall support Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount and Shelf Placement installations. The device shall operate within the 2400 to 2483.5 MHz frequency band, consistent with global ISM standards.The transmitter shall minimally support Bluetooth version 5.4 LE, supporting advanced power efficiency and range.The device shall support the LC3 codec for high-quality, low-latency audio transmission. The transmitter shall comply with FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme, Gitecki (Japan) standards.The transmitter shall include a 2-year parts and labor warranty.The system shall include an Infinium transmitter.
Receiver
The system shall include dedicated receivers for users without Auracast™ equipped devices. The dedicated receiver dimensions shall be no more than 3.9″ x 2.48″ x 0.85″ (99 x 63 x 21.6 mm) without the belt clip and weigh no more than 3.8 oz (108 g). The receiver shall include a removable belt clip and be compatible with an optional lanyard. The receiver shall include a 3.5 mm stereo jack to support neck loops compatible with T-coil hearing aids, assistive listening headphones or earphones as desired by the user. The receiver shall include volume up/down and balance left/right adjustment controls to improve intelligibility for those users requiring audio assistance. The receiver shall include power, increment, decrement, CH/BAL, and menu/select buttons controls.The receiver power button shall incorporate a programmable LED status indicator. The receiver shall have an OLED display with diagonal size of 1.54” or greater to display channels available, channel selected, signal level and battery level. Advanced programmable controls shall include device setting lock, sleep timeout, screen timeout, power button LED enable/disable, signal strength display type, and factory reset. The receiver shall use a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) camera-style, field-replaceable battery with a minimum capacity of 1200 mAh. The receiver shall support charging via dual contact drop-in chargers or the USB-C port. The receiver shall support firmware updates for future growth. The receiver shall be an Infinium BA R1.
 
Contact Williams AV for a quote
US:       800.843.3544                [email protected]
INT’L    +1.952.943.2252           [email protected]
WilliamsAV.com

BA CT1

Controller

Dimensions 8.45″ W x 8.25″ D x 1.72″H (21.5 cm x 14.6 cm x 4.4 cm)
Weight 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
Color Black
Installation Configurations Rack Mount: Standard 19” Rack, one EIA rack space high, 1/2 space wide
1–2 units can be mounted in a single rack space with optional RPK 005 (single) or RPK 006 (double) Rack Mount Kits
Shelf:
Can sit on shelf, table, podium, etc.
Temperature Range – Operating +32° F to +122° F (0° C to 50° C)
Temperature Range – Storage -4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C)
Power Supply Desktop Style Transformer (TFP 062); Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Output: 24 VDC, 750 mA, 18W. 2.5mm ID center positive barrel connector
Power Button Push On/Push Off latching power button.
Ethernet Control Port (1x) RJ-45 used for web UI, programming, and status display. Supports CAT 5e cable lengths up to 328 feet (100 meters); 10/100 Base-T
Front Panel Display 3.12” High Resolution OLED Direct Entry UI with button entry programming and status indicator selections. 
Dante (1x) RJ-45 jack.
Power Supply Desktop Style Transformer (TFP 062); Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. IEC Line Cord; Output: 24 VDC, 750 mA, 18W. 2.5mm ID center positive barrel connector
PoE Power Out PoE
Compliance Approvals FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE,  UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme
Warranty 2-year parts and labor

Transmitter

 

Dimensions 4.7″ W x 5.0″ D x 1.19″H (11.9 cm x 12.7 cm x 3 cm)
Weight 0.4 lbs (0.18 kg)
Color White
Installation Configurations Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount, Shelf
Temperature Range – Operating

+32° F to +122° F (0° C to 50° C)

Temperature Range – Storage -4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C)
Power PoE (Input)
Connection RJ45 (1x) with audio, control and PoE
Power ON Indicator Programmable LED
Transmitter Power Output Programmable
Compliance Approvals FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE,  UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme, Gitecki (Japan)
Warranty 2-year parts and labor

Cable

Ethernet Cable 10′ – CAT 5e Ethernet; 10/100 Base-T IEEE 802.3 compliant

Warranty

2 Years

Design & Consultant Specs

Architectural/Consultant Specs – Infinium Systems
General System
The system shall provide a full assistive listening system consisting of controllers, transmitters, dedicated receivers, and charging docks under a single brand. The system shall utilize Bluetooth® LE (BLE) Auracast™ wireless broadcasting technology and standards to deliver audio to an unlimited number of Auracast™ enabled users. The system shall support standard and high-quality audio in mono and stereo configurations. The system shall provide end-to-end latency of less than 40 milliseconds when used with the dedicated receivers. The system shall incorporate AES128-CCM encryption with a 128-bit key and offer both open and password-protected channel security options to ensure flexible deployment. The system shall be an Infinium by WilliamsAV.
Controller
The system shall include a dedicated controller. The controller shall be no larger than 8.45″ W x 5.75″ D x 1.72″ H (21.5 cm x 14.6 cm x 4.4 cm) and shall weigh 2.3 lbs (1.1 kg) or less. The controller shall include a push on/push off latching power button for convenient control. The controller shall include a multi-purpose RJ-45 connection for digital audio networking, transmitter configuration and control, and PoE output. The controller’s single, multipurpose RJ-45 port shall support Dante audio networking. The controller shall provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) output to supply power to the Infinium Transmitter. The controller shall support Mic inputs via XLR /1/4″ combination and/or terminal block connectors. The controller shall include Line input via two terminal block connections and combination XLR & 1/4″ connections. The controller shall include a single 1/4″ headphone/audio output jack. The controller shall include a 3.12” high-resolution OLED direct entry User Interface, supporting button actuated programming entry and status indicator selections. The controller shall feature a hosted web page accessible via the dedicated RJ-45 Ethernet control port. The controller shall include a single, dedicated RJ-45 port for connecting a PC to the hosted web page providing PC User Interface for configuration, programming, status display and firmware updates.The controller shall support DSP programmable audio processor functions including compression, high-pass filter frequency, low-pass filter frequency, and audio presets. Audio presets shall include Hearing Assistance, Music, Voice, and Disable.The controller shall be compatible with a standard 19” rack, occupying one EIA rack space high and 1/2 space wide. It shall support installation of 1–2 units in a single rack space. The controller shall be suitable for placement on shelves, tables, podiums, or similar flat surfaces. The controller shall meet the following compliance standards: FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme. The controller shall include a 2-year parts and labor Warranty.The system shall include an Infinium Controller.
Transmitter
The system shall include Bluetooth® LE (BLE) Auracast™ transmitters.The transmitter shall have a single RJ45 connector.The transmitter shall be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE). The transmitter shall support a single Ethernet Cat 5e cable delivery of audio, device configuration, device status, PoE power input and firmware updates.The transmitter shall support Dante audio via the single multi-purpose RJ45 connector.The transmitter shall broadcast two independent mono or one stereo BTLE audio streams per with Bluetooth LE Auracast guidelines.The transmitter shall have the ability to adjust output power to meet the desired coverage needs of the space.The transmitter shall support broadcast of 16 kHz and 24 kHz (Auracast™ Standard), as well as 48 kHz (Auracast™ High) sample rates. The transmitter shall include LED status indicator that can be disabled via programming interface. The transmitter shall be no larger than 4.7″ W x 5.0″ D x 1.19″ H (11.9 cm x 12.7 cm x 3 cm) and shall weigh less than 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg). The transmitter shall support Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount and Shelf Placement installations. The device shall operate within the 2400 to 2483.5 MHz frequency band, consistent with global ISM standards.The transmitter shall minimally support Bluetooth version 5.4 LE, supporting advanced power efficiency and range.The device shall support the LC3 codec for high-quality, low-latency audio transmission. The transmitter shall comply with FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme, Gitecki (Japan) standards.The transmitter shall include a 2-year parts and labor warranty.The system shall include an Infinium transmitter.
Receiver
The system shall include dedicated receivers for users without Auracast™ equipped devices. The dedicated receiver dimensions shall be no more than 3.9″ x 2.48″ x 0.85″ (99 x 63 x 21.6 mm) without the belt clip and weigh no more than 3.8 oz (108 g). The receiver shall include a removable belt clip and be compatible with an optional lanyard. The receiver shall include a 3.5 mm stereo jack to support neck loops compatible with T-coil hearing aids, assistive listening headphones or earphones as desired by the user. The receiver shall include volume up/down and balance left/right adjustment controls to improve intelligibility for those users requiring audio assistance. The receiver shall include power, increment, decrement, CH/BAL, and menu/select buttons controls.The receiver power button shall incorporate a programmable LED status indicator. The receiver shall have an OLED display with diagonal size of 1.54” or greater to display channels available, channel selected, signal level and battery level. Advanced programmable controls shall include device setting lock, sleep timeout, screen timeout, power button LED enable/disable, signal strength display type, and factory reset. The receiver shall use a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) camera-style, field-replaceable battery with a minimum capacity of 1200 mAh. The receiver shall support charging via dual contact drop-in chargers or the USB-C port. The receiver shall support firmware updates for future growth. The receiver shall be an Infinium BA R1.
 
Contact Williams AV for a quote
US:       800.843.3544                [email protected]
INT’L    +1.952.943.2252           [email protected]
WilliamsAV.com