AMX DCE-1 In-Line Controller
Description
AMX DCE-1 In-Line Controller
The AMX DCE-1 is a compact, rack-mountable inline controller built for live sound and AV professionals who need reliable display and audio management in tight spaces. Its diminutive footprint—just 4.7 inches wide and 1 inch tall—fits cleanly into control racks without stealing valuable real estate. This controller handles both video distribution and device control, bridging EDID emulation and audio de-embedding in a single, dependable package.
Video & Resolution Handling
The DCE-1 supports EDID emulation for resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 with full HDCP 2.2 protection, ensuring locked compatibility with modern displays and content protection standards. With 15 preprogrammed EDIDs available, the unit adapts to different display requirements on the fly—no manual reconfiguration needed across varying venue and system setups.
Audio & Control Integration
Audio de-embedding is handled via digital SPDIF and analog output options, letting you extract clean audio from video signals without noise or dropouts. Device control runs through either CEC or RS232 protocols, giving you remote display on/off management and seamless integration into larger control systems and show networks.
Key Features
- Dimensions: 4.7 in W × 3 in D × 1 in H
- EDID emulation supporting resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4
- HDCP 2.2 support
- 15 preprogrammed EDID options
- Audio de-embed with digital SPDIF output
- Analog audio output
- CEC control for display on/off
- RS232 control for display on/off
- Inline controller format for seamless integration
The DCE-1 delivers rock-solid EDID management and audio de-embedding in a minimal footprint, making it an essential component for live and permanent installations requiring sophisticated display control and clean signal distribution.
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At a Glance
The AMX DCE-1 is a compact inline controller built for professional AV installations that need precise video and audio management in tight rack spaces. It handles EDID emulation up to 4K60, audio de-embedding, and remote display control via CEC or RS232—ideal for system integrators, live event production, and conferencing setups that demand reliability without rack-space compromise. Choose it when you need seamless display handshake and clean audio extraction in a minimal 4.7-inch footprint.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ AV installations
- ✓ system integration
- ✓ live event production
- ✓ conferencing setups
Not the best pick for
- – consumer home theater
- – portable live sound
- – music recording
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What resolutions and HDCP versions does the DCE-1 support?
The DCE-1 supports EDID emulation for resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 with full HDCP 2.2 protection, ensuring compatibility with modern displays and content protection standards. It includes 15 preprogrammed EDID options to adapt to diverse display requirements without manual reconfiguration.
How does audio de-embedding work on this unit?
Audio is extracted from the video signal and routed via digital SPDIF output or analog audio outputs, allowing clean separation of video and audio streams for flexible routing within your control system.
What display control protocols does it support?
The DCE-1 offers CEC control for display on/off management and RS232 control for integration with larger AV control ecosystems, allowing remote display switching from a central system.
Will this fit in a tight rack installation?
Yes—the DCE-1 measures just 4.7 inches wide, 3 inches deep, and 1 inch tall, making it ideal for compact AV rack designs where space is at a premium.
What kinds of AV systems is the DCE-1 designed for?
It is built for professional AV installations, system integration, live event production, and conferencing setups. It is not intended for consumer home theater or portable live sound applications.