Barco TransForm ECU-200 (Discontinued)

Name: Barco TransForm ECU-200 Video Wall Controller
Brand: Barco
SKU: barco-transform-ecu-200
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The Barco TransForm ECU-200 is a discontinued video wall controller, with the ECU-300 named as its successor. It runs Windows 10 IoT Enterprise on a quad-core Intel Core i7 with 16 GB RAM, and takes up to 31 input and output cards through expansion chassis. Control rooms that already run one can request a quote for a current equivalent.

What the TransForm ECU-200 was built to do

The TransForm ECU-200 is a video wall controller from Barco's TransForm series. It captures and displays many video sources and computer graphics on large control room walls, and it can run applications directly on the controller. Barco has discontinued the model and names the TransForm ECU-300 as its replacement, so this page serves owners of the ECU-200, buyers comparing controllers, and anyone seeking a current equivalent.

Processing, inputs and outputs to plan around

The system runs Windows 10 64-bit IoT Enterprise LTSC on an Intel Core i7 quad-core processor rated at 3.1 GHz, with turbo up to 3.9 GHz, and 16 GB of RAM. Two 1 TB drives run in hot-plug RAID-1, and two 1 Gb/s LAN ports handle networking. An 11-slot PCI Express 3.0 switch fabric backplane links the cards, and up to two expansion chassis take the total to 31 input and output cards.

Graphics outputs: a 4-channel card with DisplayPort up to 2560x1600 at 60 Hz, or 3840x2160 at 30 Hz on two channels per card, and DVI up to 1920x1200 at 60 Hz.
DVI inputs: four channels per card, up to 60 DVI sources per system, with RGB signals up to 170 Mpixel.
DisplayPort 1.2 inputs: two channels per card up to 4096x2160 at 60 Hz, with up to 32 sources per system.
Analog inputs: eight channels accepting composite and S-Video in PAL, NTSC and SECAM formats.

HDCP content protection is supported only when the unit is run with Barco Display Control DCS.

Where it fits in Qatar

Consider three realistic settings. A government operations room in Doha that combines live camera feeds, dashboards and video conferencing on one wall needs many DVI and DisplayPort sources, which this controller was designed to aggregate. A utility or industrial control room at Mesaieed or Ras Laffan that still uses older composite or S-Video equipment can bring those signals in through the analog cards. A transport or hospital command centre near Hamad International Airport or in Al Sadd, running several displays at once, can use the graphics outputs to drive a large array of HD and WXGA screens.

What to plan before ordering a replacement

Count your sources by type: DVI, DisplayPort and analog, since each uses a different card.
Check that the rack has 19-inch space and airflow for the unit and any expansion chassis.
Plan the room climate: the operating range is 0°C to 35°C, and Qatar summer temperatures can exceed 45°C, so an air-conditioned rack room is essential.
Power: the dual 800 W supplies accept 100-240 VAC and are hot-plug redundant; confirm the cord type for BS 1363 sockets.
Software: plan for Barco Control Rooms Management Suite CMS, or Barco Display Control DCS as an alternative.

SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey before wall-mounting or rack work, professional installation, and delivery to all eight municipalities of Qatar. Government buyers can issue an LPO or work through Monaqasat, and quotations are usually issued within one working day. The unit is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

Request a quote for a current equivalent

Because the ECU-200 is discontinued, the fastest route is a quotation for the ECU-300 or another compatible controller. Send us your display count, source list and rack layout, and our team will prepare a quote for your Qatar site. Request a quote today.

Highlights

Discontinued by Barco; ECU-300 named as successor
Intel Core i7 quad-core, 3.1 GHz (3.9 GHz turbo), 16 GB RAM
Up to 31 input and output cards via expansion chassis
DisplayPort inputs up to 4096x2160 at 60 Hz
Hot-plug redundant 800 W power supplies, 100-240 VAC
Operating range 0°C to 35°C; 19-inch rackmount

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

20 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Processing8

CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 Quad core processor 3.1GHz (3.9GHz max. Turbo frequency)
CPU frequency: 3.1GHz (up to 3.9GHz)
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Hard disk: 2x 1TB RAID-1, Hot-plug redundant
Optical drive: DVD R/W
Network: 2x 1 Gb/s LAN
System backplane: 11-slot PCI Express 3.0 Switch Fabric backplane
System expansion: With up to 2 expansion chassis the system can be configured to support up to a total of 31 input and output cards

Outputs1

Graphics card: 4ch Graphic card Max resolution: 2560x1600@60Hz (Display Port) 3840x2160@30Hz (Display Port, 2ch/card) 1920x1200@60Hz (DVI) Up to 48 HD displays Up to 96/192 Barco HD/WXGA displays

Inputs3

DVI: 4ch DVI Input Card, supporting d DVI signals up to 1920x1200@60Hz d RGB signals up to 170 Mpixel d Up to 60 DVI sources per system d HDCP (supported on Barco Display Control DCS only)
DisplayPort: 2ch Display Port 1.2 Input Card, supporting d Display Port signals up to 4096x2160@60 Hz d Up to 32 Display Port sources per system d HDCP (supported on Barco Display Control DCS only)
Analog video inputs: 8ch Analog Video Input Card, supporting d PAL (B, D, G, H, I, M, N), PAL-60 d NTSC M, NTSC 4.43 d SECAM d Input formats Composite, S-Video

General specifications3

Dimensions: 19" Rackmount
Power supply: 100-240VAC 800W+800W, Hot-plug Redundant
Temperature: Operating: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 98°F) Non-operating: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)

Software2

Management: Barco Control Rooms Management Suite CMS Barco Display Control DCS (alternative option)
OS: Windows 10 64bit IoT Enterprise LTSC

Certification2

EMC: CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, CISPR 22, ICES003
Safety: UL/CSA/EN/CCC/BIS/IEC 609501 CB report

Available models1

Available models: R9839200: ECU-200 system Configuration customer defined

Downloads

2 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets TransForm-ECU-200-en-Spec-sheet.pdf 339 KB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site Manuals, drivers and support

Questions about TransForm ECU-200

Is the Barco TransForm ECU-200 still available to order?

Barco has discontinued the ECU-200 and names the TransForm ECU-300 as its replacement, so new orders should target a current equivalent. SmartRooms Qatar can prepare a quotation for the ECU-300 or another compatible controller once we know your display count and sources. Existing owners in Doha can use the specifications on this page to plan a like-for-like upgrade.

What is the ECU-200 used for?

It is a video wall controller that captures and displays many video sources and computer graphics on large control room walls. It can run standalone with Barco's Control Rooms Management Suite CMS, or be integrated into a networked TransForm environment. It also runs Windows applications directly on the controller, which suits control rooms that need local tools beside the wall.

How many displays can one ECU-200 drive?

The graphics specification lists up to 48 HD displays, and up to 96 or 192 Barco HD and WXGA displays. The four-channel graphics card offers DisplayPort at 2560x1600 at 60 Hz or 3840x2160 at 30 Hz on two channels per card, and DVI at 1920x1200 at 60 Hz. A free site survey can confirm the layout for your wall.

Which video inputs does it accept?

The system takes up to 60 DVI sources, up to 32 DisplayPort 1.2 sources at up to 4096x2160 at 60 Hz, and eight analog channels for composite and S-Video in PAL, NTSC and SECAM. Input counts depend on the cards fitted, with up to 31 cards across the main chassis and two expansion chassis.

Does it support 4K video?

Yes, in part. The DisplayPort input cards accept signals up to 4096x2160 at 60 Hz, and the source data states support for screen resolutions up to 4K. DisplayPort outputs reach 3840x2160 at 30 Hz on two channels per card, so check the refresh rate your 4K panels need before ordering.

Can it be installed in a Qatar control room in summer?

Its operating range is 0°C to 35°C, while Qatar summer temperatures can exceed 45°C. Install it in an air-conditioned rack room with airflow planned around the unit, and avoid hot ceiling voids or sun-exposed cabinets. Non-operating storage is rated from -20°C to 70°C. Our team can advise on the room before quoting.

What are the power requirements for Qatar?

The dual 800 W power supplies are rated for 100-240 VAC and are hot-plug redundant, which lets a failed supply be replaced without shutting the system down. That input range covers Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz supply. Confirm the power cord type with our team to match BS 1363 (Type G) sockets in your facility.

Which software and operating system does it use?

It runs Windows 10 64-bit IoT Enterprise LTSC on the controller. Management is handled by Barco Control Rooms Management Suite CMS, with Barco Display Control DCS as an alternative. HDCP content protection is supported only with DCS, so choose the software early if your sources are protected.

Is it suitable for a multi-source operations room in Doha?

Yes, if the room combines many feeds on one wall. Picture a ministry operations room in Doha bringing together camera streams, dashboards and video conferencing from several desks. The 4-channel DVI and DisplayPort input cards suit that mix, and the networked TransForm integration helps coordinate it, while redundant power supplies help keep the room running.

Can it connect older analog equipment?

Yes. The analog input card accepts eight channels of composite and S-Video in PAL, PAL-60, NTSC M, NTSC 4.43 and SECAM formats. This helps industrial control rooms at Ras Laffan or Mesaieed that still rely on legacy equipment. The slot-based chassis lets analog and digital cards sit together, so plan card slots during your survey.

How much rack space and expansion planning does it need?

It is a 19-inch rackmount unit. The system supports up to two expansion chassis, which together take up to 31 input and output cards. Plan rack height and cable routing for those chassis from the start. Our free site survey covers rack space, airflow and cable paths at Doha offices, Lusail sites and industrial facilities.

What should a government buyer prepare when requesting a quote for a replacement?

Prepare your current source list, display count, rack layout and the software you want to run. SmartRooms Qatar can quote for the ECU-300 or another compatible controller, and government buyers can issue an LPO or bid through Monaqasat. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and the product is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.