Barco TransForm ECU-300 (Discontinued)

Name: Barco TransForm ECU-300 Video Wall Controller
Brand: Barco
SKU: barco-transform-ecu-300
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The Barco TransForm ECU-300 is a discontinued video wall controller, replaced by the TransForm NSD-430. It combines an 11-slot PCI Express 3.0 backplane, 32 GB of RAM and support for up to 31 input and output cards. Control rooms in Qatar that already run it, or are comparing controllers, can request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement.

Why this model is discontinued and what to buy instead

Barco has discontinued the TransForm ECU-300 and names the TransForm NSD-430 as its replacement. Organisations that already run an ECU-300, and buyers comparing controllers, should therefore evaluate the successor alongside this model. SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement that matches your number of sources, output count and rack space.

Processing, slots and source capacity

The ECU-300 is built around an Intel Core i7-7700 processor, 32 GB of RAM and two 240 GB or 480 GB SSDs in RAID 1 for the operating system and applications. Its 11-slot PCI Express 3.0 backplane carries the input and output cards that give the controller its flexibility:

Inputs: HDMI 1.4 and HDMI 2.0 capture cards, a quad DVI-I capture channel, a dual DisplayPort 1.2 card and an 8-channel analog card for composite and S-Video
Expansion: up to two expansion chassis, for a total of 31 input and output cards
Streaming: decoding for H.264, VC-1, MPEG2 and MJPG streams

Up to 32 DisplayPort sources can be connected per system, which helps where a control room receives feeds from many workstations, cameras and external sites.

Outputs and display limits

The four-channel graphics card delivers 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz on each of its four HDMI 2.0 outputs. According to the manufacturer, one system can drive up to 24 4K or HD non-Barco displays, or up to 96 HD Barco displays. Count your panels, their resolution and any multi-display layout against these limits before you fix the wall design.

Power, rack and environment planning

The 19-inch rackmount chassis takes dual 800 W power supplies rated 100-240 VAC with hot-plug redundancy, so one supply can be replaced while the other keeps the system running. Operating temperature is 0°C to 35°C, and the non-operating range is -20°C to 70°C. Summer temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45°C outdoors, so the controller should sit in an air-conditioned equipment room, not a hot cupboard or an unventilated comms closet.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three scenarios show where a controller in this class fits:

A ministry operations room in Doha that brings CCTV feeds, news channels and video conferencing sessions onto one wall.
A utility control centre in Mesaieed or Ras Laffan that needs stable operation and redundant power for round-the-clock monitoring.
A transport or airport operations centre near Hamad International Airport that shows many sources to operators working in shifts.

What to plan before you order

Map every source to an input card and every display to an output before requesting a quote. Confirm the rack position, the cooling in that room and the power feed during a site survey, which SmartRooms Qatar offers free of charge. Government and public bodies can issue a purchase order (LPO) or respond to a Monaqasat tender, and payment can be made by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order.

Request a quote today. Our team usually replies within one working day with a current equivalent or a compatible replacement for your video wall.

Highlights

Replaced by the TransForm NSD-430, according to the manufacturer
Intel Core i7-7700 processor with 32 GB RAM
11-slot PCI Express 3.0 backplane for up to 31 cards
Four HDMI 2.0 outputs at 3840 x 2160 and 60 Hz
Dual 800 W hot-plug redundant power supplies
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

Processing7

CPU: Intel 7th Gen Kaby Lake Core i7-7700 Processor
CPU frequency: TBD
Memory: 32 GB RAM
Hard disk: 2x 240 GB SSD or 2x 480 GB SSD RAID1
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 d Max resolution: b 4x 3840 x 2160@60Hz (HDMI 2.0) d Up to 24 4K or HD non-Barco displays d Up to 96 HD Barco displays

Inputs4

HDMI: 2 HDMI Input Cards: 4ch HDMI 1.4 d Quad DVI-I Capture Channel: b RGB 5-5-5, 5-6-5 or 8-8-8 / YUV 4:2:2 / MONO 8 bits Video Capture b Maximum resolution: b Channel 1 & 3: 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz b Channel 2 & 4: 1920 X 1080 at 60Hz b HDMI audio capture with streaming from each DVI Channel 2ch HDMI 2.0 d Support HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 d Maximum resolution: b Dual 4K into 8K x 2K d RGB10(10-bit), 8-8-8(24/32), 5-6-5, 5-5-5, 8-bit mono d Y410(10-bit), 4:2:2, YUY2, UYVY, YVYU
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 10 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 d 2 x RJ45 1Gbps Ethernet ports, support IPv4 and IPv6
Streaming card: d Streaming codes: b H.264(Mpeg4 Part 10 AVC) b VC-1 b MPEG2 Part2 b MJPG d Decode density: b 1 x 4096 x 2160 @60Hz b 3 x 4096 x 2160 @30Hz b 6 x 1920 x 1080 @60Hz b 12 x 1920 x 1080 @30Hz

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 Display Control 10 (no Barco CMS)
OS: Windows 10 64bit IoT Enterprise LTSC

Certification2

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

Available models1

Available models: R983930000: ECU-300 system Configuration customer defined

Downloads

2 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets TransForm-ECU-300-en-Spec-sheet.pdf 99 KB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site Manuals, drivers and support

Questions about TransForm ECU-300

Is the Barco TransForm ECU-300 still available from the manufacturer?

No. Barco has discontinued the TransForm ECU-300 and lists the TransForm NSD-430 as its replacement. SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement for your video wall, so you can compare it with the successor before deciding. Send your wall layout and source count when you request the quote.

What is the ECU-300 designed to do?

It is a video wall controller that captures and displays many video sources and graphical application data on large control room walls. It uses a PCI Express backbone and can run standard Windows applications directly on the controller. It suits operations rooms where many feeds must appear together on one wall.

How many video sources can one ECU-300 handle?

The 11-slot PCI Express 3.0 backplane supports up to 31 input and output cards, and two expansion chassis take the system to that total. Inputs include up to 32 DisplayPort sources per system, an 8-channel analog card and HDMI capture cards. Confirm your exact source mix with the SmartRooms Qatar team before requesting a quote.

Which displays can the ECU-300 drive?

Its four-channel graphics card provides four HDMI 2.0 outputs at 3840 x 2160 and 60 Hz. The manufacturer states that one system can drive up to 24 4K or HD non-Barco displays, or up to 96 HD Barco displays. Compare your panel count and resolution with these limits before you finalise the wall design.

Can it run as a standalone controller or as part of a network?

It can do both. It operates standalone or integrates into a networked environment using Barco Display Control 10 and its IP stream handling. The system includes two 1 Gb/s LAN ports. Note that this model's management software is Barco Display Control 10, without Barco CMS.

Does it accept 4K inputs?

Yes, on specific input cards. The dual HDMI 2.0 input card with HDCP 2.2 accepts dual 4K inputs into a combined 8K x 2K resolution. DisplayPort 1.2 inputs go up to 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz, and the DVI-I capture channels 1 and 3 handle up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz.

What power does the ECU-300 need?

It has two 800 W power supplies rated 100-240 VAC with hot-plug redundancy, so a supply can be swapped while the system runs. That input range covers the 240 V mains used in Qatar. Ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to check the rack's power feed during the site survey.

What rack space and environment does it need?

It is a 19-inch rackmount unit. Operating temperature is 0°C to 35°C, and the non-operating range is -20°C to 70°C. With Qatar summer temperatures above 45°C outdoors, install it in an air-conditioned equipment room that keeps the rack within its operating range.

What processor, memory and storage does it include?

It uses an Intel Core i7-7700 processor with 32 GB of RAM and two SSDs of 240 GB or 480 GB in RAID 1. It runs Windows 10 64-bit IoT Enterprise LTSC and is managed with Barco Display Control 10. Check the licensing of any third-party applications you plan to run on the controller.

Which certifications does the model carry?

The source lists CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, CISPR 22 and ICES-003 for EMC, and a UL/CSA/EN/IEC 60950-1 CB report for safety. Ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to confirm these standards meet your procurement requirements before you approve a purchase.

How should a ministry operations room in Doha plan a replacement?

Start by counting sources, displays and their resolutions, then compare the NSD-430 successor with a current equivalent. Government buyers can raise a purchase order (LPO) or respond to a Monaqasat tender. SmartRooms Qatar delivers to all 8 municipalities and can arrange professional installation after the survey.

Do we need a site survey before installing a controller for a multi-wall utility control centre?

Yes, especially where several walls share one controller. A site survey in Mesaieed or Ras Laffan confirms rack location, cable routes from source equipment, cooling capacity and power supply. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, so the quotation reflects the real installation conditions.