Designed for modern AV environments, Infinium® CT1 is a patented Auracast™ broadcast audio system—proudly made in the USA and TAA compliant—built for scalable, multi-stream audio delivery across complex facilities. The modular architecture combines a rack-mount-ready controller with a remote transmitter, simplifying rack integration while allowing flexible, discreet transmitter placement throughout a space.
This system includes both the Infinium controller and transmitter, making it an ideal starting point for deploying Auracast™ broadcast audio in commercial AV environments.
Enhanced Scale & Management (ESM) features provide centralized, web-based control, enabling AV teams to configure, monitor, and manage up to 150 transmitters from a single system. space-based organization and coordinated transmitter arrays make it easy to deploy and manage audio across multiple rooms and large environments.
With native Dante® integration, a single CAT5 connection for power, audio, and control, and open API support, Infinium CT1 integrates seamlessly into professional AV and smart building systems—delivering a scalable, future-ready Auracast™ audio solution.
System Includes
(1) BA-C1 Infinium Controller
(1) BA-T1 Infinium Transmitter
(1) 10 ft (3m) Ethernet cable
Features
Key Advantages
- Patented Modular Design – Rack-mounted controller + remote transmitter for flexible, integrator-friendly deployments
- Enhanced Scale & Management (ESM) – Manage up to 150 transmitters with centralized web-based control
- Single-Cable Installation – Power, audio, and control over one CAT5 cable
- AES67 & Native Dante® Integration: Infinium CT1 is Dante AES67 compliant, so it connects natively with Dante devices and interoperates with other AES67-compatible professional audio equipment, giving integrators more flexibility to build mixed-brand systems without extra hardware
- Native Dante® + Open API – Seamless integration with professional AV and control systems
- Enterprise-Ready with Dante Domain Manager: Infinium CT1 works with all three Dante Domain Manager tiers, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, giving IT and AV teams secure, login-based permissions, room-by-room device grouping, and the ability to manage and scale the system across an entire building or campus from one place
- Unlimited Listening – Stream to Auracast™ devices or dedicated receivers
Ideal For Use
- Lecture halls, theaters, and performing arts venues
- Transportation hubs and large public spaces
- Multi-room facilities and campuses
- Assistive listening, audio description, and language interpretation
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.
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BA-CT1
Controller (BA-C1)
| 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 |
Rack Mount (19″ standard, one EIA space high, 1/2 space wide; 1-2 units per space) or Shelf placement |
| Operating Temperature |
+32° F to +122° F (0° C to 50° C) |
| Storage Temperature |
-4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C) |
| Power Supply |
Desktop transformer (TFP 062); Input 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; Output 24 VDC, 750 mA, 18W |
| Power Button |
Push on/push off latching |
| Ethernet Control Port |
(1x) RJ-45 for web UI, programming, status display; CAT 5e up to 328 feet |
| Front Panel Display |
3.12″ high-resolution OLED with button entry programming |
| Dante |
(1x) RJ-45 jack |
| Networking |
AES67 Compliant: Yes. Dante Domain Manager (DDM) Compatible: Yes (Silver / Gold / Platinum). |
| PoE Power Output |
Supported |
| Compliance Approvals |
FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme, AES67 |
| Warranty |
2-year parts and labor |
Transmitter (BA-T1)
| 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 |
Ceiling mount, wall mount, shelf placement |
| Operating Temperature |
+32° F to +122° F (0° C to 50° C) |
| Storage Temperature |
-4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C) |
| Power |
PoE (input) |
| Connection |
(1x) RJ45 with Dante® audio, control, and PoE |
| Networking |
AES67 Compliant: Yes. Dante Domain Manager (DDM) Compatible: Yes, as part of an Infinium system (Silver / Gold / Platinum). |
| Power On Indicator |
Programmable LED |
| Transmitter Power Output |
Programmable |
| Compliance Approvals |
FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada/ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, CB Scheme, Gitecki (Japan), AES67 |
| Warranty |
2-year parts and labor |
Warranty
2 Years
