Aquacomputer Aqua Computer Quadro PWM Fan Controller with Ambient/Backlight Connector

QUADRO from Aqua Computer is a four-channel PWM fan controller with excellent functionality that is equally suitable for water-cooled and air-cooled computers. Also integrated is an RGBpx effect controller for 90 addressable LEDs. The most important functions at a glance: - Programmable four-channel fan control - Four fan outputs with up to 25 watts of power per channel and speed monitoring - All fan outputs with 4-pin plug and adjustable via PWM signal - All fan outputs can be switched off completely. - Control parameters can be adjusted in many ways. - Four temperature sensor inputs. - Eight additional measured values can be transferred from the PC to the Quadro via aquasuite software. - Flow sensor input. - RGBpx LED output for LED strips and fans with individually addressable LEDs - USB 2.0 interface. - aquasuite software for easy adjustment, evaluation and visualization of all sensor data - aquabus interface: When connected to an aquaero, the fan outputs can be controlled via the aquaero Fan Control: The four fan connections of the QUADRO can be individually configured and, thanks to the high output power of 25 watts per channel, also offer the possibility of connecting multiple fans to one output of the QUADRO via suitable splitters. In addition to manual adjustment of the fans, temperature-controlled operation is also possible. For this purpose, both setpoint controllers and individually adjustable control curves are available. Optionally, the connected fan can be switched off completely when the set temperatures fall below the set temperatures, or continue to operate with an adjustable minimum cable. For safe starting of the fans, an intelligent start-up function can be activated for each channel with monitoring the speed signal. All fan outputs are exclusively suitable for PWM fans with four-pin connector and are protected against overload. RGBpx Addressable LED Controller: The Quadro has an RGBpx output for individual control of up to 90 addressable LEDs. Each LED can be individually adjusted in colour and brightness. A total of four variable-size LED groups can be configured, which can then be assigned visual effects. The 23 available effects offer extensive adjustment options for further customisation. Many effects also offer the option of effect parameters (e.g. speed) depending on current sensor values. Among the available effects are also sound-to-light effects that respond to the sound currently output by the computer. An outstanding feature is the AMBIENTpx effect, which allows the edge areas of the current screen content to be reproduced on the connected LEDs, which allows for a very effective backlight around the computer screen. As an alternative to the LED strips offered by Aqua Computer using the RGBpx Splitty4 product (not included), Corsair and NZXT LED fans can also be used for lighting effects. With a separately available RGBpx adapter, most addressable RGB LED components with motherboard connection can also be operated on the OCTO. Please note that for the use of the RGBpx functions other accessories such as LED strip and connection cable are required. These components are not part of the offered product (OCTO) and must be purchased separately. Can be used as an aquabus expansion device: In addition to being used as an autonomous USB fan controller, the QUADRO can also be used as an aquabus extension for an aquaero 5 or aquaero 6. In this case, the aquaero has four fan outputs of the QUADRO for the control functions. A maximum of two QUADRO can be connected as extension devices to an aquaero. Notes on the Ambientpx effect: Screen content that prohibits analysis using DRM or other measures cannot be evaluated. Notes on aquasuite software: By activating this product, you will receive the latest version of aquasuite software including update service for at least six (6) months. After the update service expires, you can use and reinstall the version last available during the update period without any time limit. The update service can optionally be renewed or renewed at any time. Please note that an Internet connection is required for installation and activation of the aquasuite software. Further information on the update service and the activation of the aquasuite software can be found here. Technical data: Dimensions without plugged in cable: approx. 54 x 49 x 17 mm Supply voltage: 5 V, 12 V. Fan output power: maximum 25 watts per channel PWM control signal: 0-100%, resolution 0.1% Box contents: - Quadro controller. - A temperature sensor, length approx. 70 cm - An internal USB connection cable, length approx. 100 cm - Mounting material. System Requirements - Windows 8.1 or later - Internal USB 2.0 connection Box Contains QUADRO controller, temperature sensor 70 cm, USB connection cable 100 cm, assembly material, quick start guide