Turquoise electronic device with 'Turtle Darwin Control' branding on a white background
Turquoise device with 'Turtle' branding on a white background
Turquoise electronic device with 'TURTLE' branding on a white background
Turquoise box with 'Turtle Darwin Control' text on a white background
Turquoise electronic device with 'Turtle Darwin Control' branding on a white background
Turquoise device with 'Turtle' branding on a white background
Turquoise electronic device with 'TURTLE' branding on a white background
Turquoise box with 'Turtle Darwin Control' text on a white background
SKU: TAV-DARWIN-CTL

Turtle AV Darwin Control

Turtle AV

Centralised AV over IP control platform

The Turtle Darwin Control (TAV‑DARWIN‑CTL) is a compact and powerful central management unit designed for complete control of Darwin AV-over-IP systems. Tailored for scalable professional deployments, it enables real-time drag-and-drop video routing, live preview thumbnails, and advanced video wall management up to 9x9 via its intuitive WebGUI. With robust network security, third-party control compatibility, dual RS-232, GPIO, IR, and dual LAN ports with PoE, it is the core of any modern AV-over-IP ecosystem. Its silent, fanless metal chassis is finished in signature Turtle Aqua and backed by a 5-Year UK-based advance replacement warranty.

Highlighted Features

  • Central System Control: Manages all Darwin TX/RX endpoints over LAN using intuitive browser-based GUI.
  • Drag-and-Drop Routing: Simplifies AV-over-IP workflows with live video previews and instant switching.
  • Video Wall Manager: Supports video walls up to 9x9 with precise bezel alignment and layout flexibility.
  • Dual LAN Ports: Separates AV and control traffic, with PoE support for streamlined installation.
  • Secure Architecture: HTTPS, SSH, AES256 encryption, and multi-level access permissions for enterprise and public sector use.
  • Third-Party Integration: Compatible with Q-SYS, Crestron, and more via open API.
  • Comprehensive I/O: Dual RS-232, GPIO, IR In/Out, and USB for control, automation, and firmware updates.
  • Silent Metal Enclosure: Fanless, compact chassis in Turtle Aqua finish for discreet rack or desk mounting.
  • Public Sector Ready: Fully TAA compliant and ideal for secure environments and large-scale AV networks.
  • Reliable Warranty: Protected by Turtle AV’s 5-Year advance replacement warranty for long-term confidence.

The TAV‑DARWIN‑CTL is the smart control hub that brings simplicity, scalability, and security to Darwin-based AV-over-IP systems, ensuring seamless operation across even the most complex networked environments.

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The Turtle Darwin Control (TAV-DARWIN-CTL) is a central management unit for the Darwin HD AV-over-IP ecosystem. Designed for secure and scalable deployments, it features a powerful built-in WebGUI with intuitive drag-and-drop control, live video previews, advanced video wall management (up to 9x9), and seamless integration with third-party control systems like Q-SYS and Crestron. With dual 1G LAN ports, PoE support, GPIO, dual RS-232, and IR, Darwin Control is the heart of any professional AV-over-IP system. It’s housed in a rugged, fanless Turtle Aqua chassis, TAA compliant, and backed by a 5-year advance replacement warranty.

Key Features

  • Centralised Management: WebGUI control of all Darwin TX/RX units over LAN with drag-and-drop routing.
  • Secure Network Integration: HTTPS, SSH, AES256 encryption, and access management features.
  • Live Video Previews: View source thumbnails in-browser to simplify content monitoring and routing.
  • Advanced Video Wall Control: Create and manage up to 9x9 display walls with bezel compensation.
  • Dual 1G Network Ports: Separate AV and control traffic; PoE supported on video LAN port.
  • Versatile Control Ports: Dual RS-232, IR in/out, GPIO, and USB for firmware updates.
  • Third-Party API Integration: Compatible with Q-SYS, Crestron, and other automation systems.
  • Unicast & Multicast Streaming: Supports one-to-one and one-to-many configurations.
  • Fanless Metal Chassis: Silent, rugged build in Turtle Aqua finish for discreet installs.
  • TAA Compliant & 5-Year Warranty: Secure and certified for public sector and enterprise use.

Specifications

Network Bandwidth 100Mbps
Control Ports 2 × 1G LAN (RJ45, PoE on Video LAN)
1 × IR In (3.5mm jack, 12V)
1 × IR Out (3.5mm jack)
1 × Digital I/O (6-pin 3.81mm Phoenix)
2 × RS-232 (3-pin 3.81mm Phoenix)
1 × USB (Micro USB for updates)
Video Wall Support Up to 9x9 (81 displays)
Security AES256, HTTPS, SSH, Access Management
API Compatibility Q-SYS, Crestron, and other third-party systems
Routing Drag-and-drop WebGUI (1-to-1, 1-to-many)
Video Preview Thumbnails with live frame updates in WebGUI
ESD Protection IEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV (air), ±4kV (contact)
Mechanical
Housing All-metal enclosure
Colour Turtle Aqua
Dimensions 204mm (W) × 98.5mm (D) × 21.5mm (H)
Weight 508g
Power
Power Supply AC 100–240V input; DC 12V/2.5A output; PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
Power Consumption 2W
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0–40 °C
Storage Temperature –20–60 °C
Relative Humidity 20–90% RH (non-condensing)
Compliance TAA, RoHS, CE, FCC
Warranty 5-Year advance replacement warranty