This article describes the methods used to power the ControlSpace CC-64 using an ethernet connection and category cable.

Relevant Product(s)

• ControlSpace CC-64

Connecting a CC-64 controller to a Bose audio system is an easy and reliable way to control the system remotely. Cabling and powering the controller can be accomplished in a few different ways, and depending on project planning, can be streamlined into a single cable. Powering a device using a network connection uses a technology called Power over Ethernet (PoE). Several standards exist for PoE, the explanation of which is beyond the scope of this article. For more information on PoE, see this article. The CC-64 uses a type of PoE commonly referred to as "Passive PoE," and it can be delivered to the device in one of three methods.

Procedure

Before making the PoE connection, the CC-64 must be configured to operate with power suppled from the network cable. To do this, remove the rear cover of the controller by removing the 4 screws holding it in place. Once removed, move the two jumpers from the default position so that the two pins furthest from the power connector are jumped. See the image below for clarity.

Method 1 - Using Power Injector With CC-PS1 Universal Power Supply

Each ControlSpace CC-64 ships with an adapter that will allow a DC power supply to inject the appropriate power into an 8P8C (RJ45) receptacle. The DC power supply must supply 15-24V and needs to support a current of at least 300mA, such as the Bose CC-PS1, pictured below.

The adapter that ships with the CC-64 plugs into the power supply, and into the network connection for the Bose DSP or amplifier, either directly to the device, or a network switch. Please note that the included adapter may look slightly different than the image below, provided for reference only.

Finally, connect a network cable between the RJ45 jack and the CC-64.

Method 2 - Using a Network Switch Capable of Passive PoE

Some network equipment manufacturers build switches capable of natively suppling Passive PoE to network devices. Ubiquiti Networks and MikroTik are two such companies, among others. For more information regarding these switches, refer to the respective manufacturers' support team and/or website.

Method 3 - Splicing Power Into a Network Cable

It is also possible to wire the power supply in line with the network cable feeding the CC-64. Refer to the pinout table below.

Wire the ground side of the power adapter cable to the brown and white/brown wire pair of the CAT5 cable, and the positive side to the blue and white/blue wire pair of the CAT5 cable. Using a punch down block or patch panel, either wall or rack mounted, to facilitate this connection can make the installation a bit easier and cleaner.