BSS OMNI-KP-8BV-WH - Dynamic Wall Keypad with 8 LCD Buttons and Rotary Encoder - White

BSS OMNI-KP-8BV-WH - Dynamic Wall Keypad with 8 LCD Buttons and Rotary Encoder - White

The BSS OMNI-KP-8BV-WH represents the ultimate evolution of wall-mounted control interfaces, merging the tactile reliability of a physical keypad with the visual flexibility of a touchscreen. This device, in an elegant white finish, has been meticulously designed for native integration into the BSS Soundweb OMNI and AMX MUSE ecosystems, offering integrators and end users an unparalleled control experience.

Unlike conventional keyboards that rely on paper labels or static laser engravings, the OMNI-KP-8BV-WH incorporates eight dynamic LCD buttons . Each button is a small screen capable of displaying full-color icons, text, and graphics that can change state in real time. This allows a single key to serve multiple functions depending on the context (for example, switching from "Font Selection" to "Transport Control"), eliminating user confusion and simplifying the operation of complex systems.

The device is completed with a high-precision rotary knob (encoder) surrounded by an LED ring for visual feedback. This control is essential for fine adjustments such as volume levels, lighting intensity, or parameter selection, providing an immediate and intuitive response that touchscreens often cannot replicate with the same ergonomic satisfaction.

From an installation standpoint, the OMNI-KP-8BV-WH is a prime example of efficiency. Its compatibility with standard international single-gang electrical boxes simplifies installation in any existing infrastructure. Connectivity and power are handled via a single cable thanks to Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology, drastically reducing wiring time and the need for external power supplies.

Configuration is managed entirely through HARMAN's AVX Suite platform. This unified software allows you to design the graphical interface, assign control logic, and deploy the configuration over the network in minutes. Thanks to the open and human-readable HControl protocol, the keypad not only communicates with BSS and AMX equipment but is also future-proof and interoperable with third-party systems.

Main features

• LCD screens on each button: 8 programmable buttons that support full-color images and dynamic text, allowing interfaces that change according to the system status.
• Multifunction Rotary Control: Robust rotary encoder with circular LED indicator to display volume levels or selected parameters at a glance.
• Native AVX Integration: Centralized design and management using AVX Architect software, simplifying the implementation of large projects.
• HControl Protocol: Open standards-based communication for seamless integration with BSS Soundweb OMNI processors, AMX MUSE controllers, and external platforms.
• PoE power: Receives power and data through a single Ethernet cable, eliminating local transformers and simplifying infrastructure.
• Universal Design: Compatible with standard "single-gang" flush-mount boxes in the USA, EU, and UK.

Product benefits

• Intuitive User Interface: By displaying real graphics instead of generic text, users immediately understand what each button does, reducing the learning curve and operational errors.
• Total Flexibility: Forget about reprinting labels if the programming changes. The buttons are updated digitally, allowing design changes without touching the hardware.
• Professional Aesthetics: Its clean and modern white finish adapts perfectly to demanding architectural environments, from corporate boardrooms to luxury hospitality spaces.
• Scalability: Ideal for controlling a single audio zone or for being part of a massive distributed system in a stadium.

Use cases

• Divisible Conference Rooms: The buttons can change their icons to reflect whether the room is in "joined" or "separated" mode, showing only the relevant controls for each configuration.
• Auditoriums and Stadiums: Robust and reliable control for selecting PA zones and preset evacuation or announcements.
• Hospitality and Retail: Easy management of background music sources and local volume by non-technical staff.
• Education: Control panels in classrooms to turn on projectors, lower screens, and adjust the teacher's microphone audio.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need an external power supply?
  No, the OMNI-KP-8BV-WH is powered exclusively by PoE (Power over Ethernet), so it requires a compatible PoE switch or injector.
• Can the button images be customized?
  Yes, through the AVX Suite software you can upload custom icons, logos or full-color text for each button and for its different states (active/inactive).
• Does it work with systems other than BSS?
  Although designed for BSS OMNI and AMX MUSE, it uses the HControl protocol, allowing integration with third-party control systems capable of speaking this standard API language.
• What type of mounting box do I need?
  It is compatible with most standard single-gang flush-mount boxes used in Europe, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Project description

Supply and installation of a BSS OMNI-KP-8BV-WH dynamic wall-mounted control keypad. The unit must have eight programmable buttons equipped with individual full-color LCD screens for dynamic labeling and status feedback, as well as an infinite rotary encoder with an LED level indicator ring. Communication and power will be provided via a single Ethernet port compatible with PoE (Power over Ethernet). The device will use the open HControl API protocol and will be configurable using AVX Suite software. It must be mechanically compatible with standard single-gang flush-mount boxes and have a white finish.