Hanwha SPA-B1000 IP Audio Bridge

Hanwha SPA-B1000 IP Audio Bridge

The Hanwha SPA-B1000 is a dedicated IP Audio Bridge engineered to integrate analog audio sources into networked surveillance and facility management systems. This compact device converts line-level stereo audio into network-accessible streams, enabling centralized audio control, storage, and multi-zone distribution across enterprise and commercial installations. The SPA-B1000 is purpose-built for system integrators deploying audio capabilities in access control, intercom, background music, and emergency notification systems.

Key Features

• Analog Audio Input: Line-level stereo audio inputs (L, R) with +6 dBV maximum input level, compatible with professional audio sources and consumer devices without additional signal conditioning
• PoE Powered: Single IEEE 802.3af Type 1 Class 3 PoE connection at maximum 10W eliminates separate power infrastructure and simplifies deployment on existing Ethernet runs
• Integrated Class D Amplifier: 10W amplification stage supports direct speaker connection or control of downstream audio devices without external amplifiers
• Local Storage: 1GB onboard memory for cached audio and configuration files; microSD slot supports SDXC cards up to 32GB for extended audio libraries and offline playback
• Audio Format Support: WAV and MP3 formats in mono or stereo at bitrates from 64 kbps to 320 kbps and sampling rates from 16 kHz to 48 kHz

Technical Specifications

• Power Consumption: Maximum 10W via PoE (802.3af)
• Audio Input: Stereo line-level (L/R) at +6 dBV max
• Output Amplification: 10W Class D
• Storage: 1GB internal + microSD expansion to 32GB
• Supported Formats: WAV, MP3 (64–320 kbps, 16–48 kHz)

Applications

• Multi-zone background music distribution in offices and retail environments
• Intercom and emergency notification systems integrated with IP surveillance
• Audio event logging and archival in access control systems
• Facility-wide audio announcements and alert distribution

Karl Wilson

The SPA-B1000 addresses a critical gap in IP-based security infrastructure: native audio bridging without third-party encoders or external amplification. Its PoE power model reduces total cost of ownership by eliminating dedicated power runs—critical in retrofit installations. The 10W Class D amplifier is sufficient for small to medium speaker loads or zone control in larger systems, while the microSD expansion path enables audio libraries for background music rotation and event-driven playback without cloud dependency.

Integration with Hanwha surveillance platforms allows audio and video correlation during incident investigation. For integrators deploying Hanwha ecosystems, this bridge provides straightforward analog-to-IP conversion at the edge, ideal for campuses, retail chains, and mixed-use facilities where audio is operationally important but complexity must remain minimal.