Xilica Solaro – Modular DSP Platform Overview
Solaro is Xilica’s flagship modular DSP platform designed for enterprise AV, conferencing, education, and large-scale audio networking applications. The platform offers flexible processing deployment, modular I/O architecture, integrated control capabilities, and native Dante networking support, making it suitable for everything from small meeting rooms to enterprise-wide AV infrastructures.
Available Platforms
Solaro QR1
- Ultra-compact DSP processor.
- PoE-powered design.
- Can be mounted:
- Under tables
- Behind displays
- Above ceilings
- Inside furniture
- Ideal for small and medium meeting spaces.
Solaro FR1
- Enterprise rack-mounted DSP platform.
- Supports high channel-count applications.
- Designed for centralized processing architectures.
- Suitable for large conference facilities, campuses, and enterprise deployments.
Unified Communications Optimized
Solaro is designed specifically for modern UC environments and supports:
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- Cisco Webex
- Google Meet
Key UC benefits include:
- Driverless USB integration
- Native volume synchronization
- Mute synchronization
- Ceiling microphone interoperability
- Optimized conferencing audio performance
HearClear™ Acoustic Echo Cancellation
Xilica’s proprietary HearClear™ AEC technology provides:
- Natural voice reproduction
- High-performance echo cancellation
- Improved speech intelligibility
- Reduced far-end echo
AEC Performance
| Configuration | Echo Tail Length |
|---|---|
| 8 Channels | 250 ms |
| 16 Channels | 100 ms |
(Requires HearClear license)
Integrated Control Platform
Every Solaro processor includes an embedded control engine, reducing the need for dedicated control processors.
Control Features
- Built-in Lua scripting
- Native technology partner modules
- Ethernet-based control
- Support for wall panels and touchscreens
- Direct integration with:
- Crestron
- AMX
Benefits:
- Reduced system complexity
- Lower hardware costs
- Faster deployment
Enterprise Network Architecture
Dante™ Networking
The Solaro FR1-D supports:
- 64 × 64 Dante channels
- AES67 compatibility
- Primary Dante network
- Secondary Dante network for redundancy
Dual-NIC Architecture
Benefits include:
- Physical separation of audio and control traffic
- Improved security
- Network segmentation
- Enhanced reliability
Xilica X8™ Processing Engine
The Solaro platform is powered by the proprietary Xilica X8 System-on-Chip (SoC).
Key Benefits
- High-performance DSP processing
- Low power consumption
- Enterprise-grade reliability
- Optimized MIPS-per-watt performance
Audio Processing
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DSP Engine | 40-bit Floating Point |
| Converters | 32-bit |
| Sample Rate | Up to 96 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | 110 dB |
Modular I/O Architecture
A major differentiator of Solaro is its field-configurable modular design.
Benefits
- User-replaceable I/O cards
- No specialized tools required
- Expandable system architecture
- Longer product lifecycle
- Lower total cost of ownership
Available Expansion Cards
Solaro XC-SML
- Two-channel analog audio input
- +48V phantom power support
Solaro XC-SLO
- Two-channel analog audio output
Solaro XC-SUB
- Two-channel USB audio interface
Solaro XC-SGP
- Four-channel GPIO card
Audio Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| THD+N | 0.002% @ 1 kHz |
| EIN | <125 dBu |
| Dynamic Range | 110 dB |
| Propagation Delay | 4 ms |
| Crosstalk | <110 dB |
| Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
| DSP Processing | 40-bit Floating Point |
| A/D-D/A Conversion | 32-bit |
USB Audio Specifications (XC-SUB)
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Audio Channels | 2 × 2 |
| Bit Depth | 16-bit |
| Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
| Connector | USB Type-B Female |
Power & Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Input Power | 90–240 VAC |
| Frequency | 50–60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | <60 W |
| Heat Load | 205 BTU/hr |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Storage Altitude | Up to 2,000 m |
| Humidity | 0–98% Non-condensing |
Network Connectivity
Solaro FR1
- 1 × RJ45 Ethernet port
- Control and management network
Solaro FR1-D
- 3 × RJ45 ports:
- Dual dedicated Dante Gigabit ports
- Separate control network port
Ideal Applications
Corporate Meeting Spaces
- Microsoft Teams Rooms
- Zoom Rooms
- Executive boardrooms
Education
- Lecture halls
- Distance learning classrooms
- Hybrid learning environments
Enterprise AV
- Campus-wide audio distribution
- Large conference centers
- Multi-room audio systems
Government & Healthcare
- Mission-critical conferencing
- Secure AV deployments
- Large distributed audio networks
Key Advantages of Solaro
✅ Modular, field-configurable I/O architecture
✅ Compact QR1 and enterprise FR1 deployment options
✅ Integrated control engine with Lua scripting
✅ Native Dante and AES67 support
✅ Dual-network architecture for redundancy and security
✅ HearClear™ acoustic echo cancellation
✅ Enterprise UC platform compatibility
✅ High-performance Xilica X8 DSP engine
✅ Scalable from single-room to campus-wide deployments
The Xilica Solaro platform is particularly well suited for organizations seeking a highly scalable, modular DSP solution that combines audio processing, control, Dante networking, and conferencing optimization within a single architecture.
