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The Parasound Halo C1 Controller is a versatile and full-featured home theater control center designed for high-end audio and video systems. It supports feeding signals from multiple analog and digital audio and audio/video components to surround sound and video systems, including multi-room setups with separate zones. The unit features 7.1-channel analog input for full surround operation with sources lacking digital surround outputs, such as DVD-Audio or SACD players. It offers 7.5 channels of output, including dedicated bass channels and programmable channels for additional bass or other uses. The front panel includes a 5-inch full-color video screen that displays the current video program and operating status, facilitating setup and operation without needing the main video display. Connectivity includes eight digital audio inputs (four coaxial, four optical), two digital outputs, ten analog stereo inputs, multiple analog outputs including zone 2, balanced XLR inputs and outputs, and extensive video inputs and outputs (component with BNC connectors, composite, and S-video). The unit supports THX surround modes, Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES, and offers 15 sound modes for the main zone. It includes IR jacks, 12-volt triggers, RS-232 interface for software updates and integration with control systems, and a Windows-based setup software called HaloControl for advanced configuration and calibration. The C1 is praised for its build quality, ease of use, and suitability for custom installations, especially with its onboard display and controls. Released around 2003, it remains a sophisticated option for audiophiles seeking a high-end pre/pro controller with extensive analog and digital capabilities.
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