With the QUADRO, Aqua Computer presents a four-channel PWM fan controller with an excellent range of functions that is equally suitable for water-cooled and air-cooled computers. Also integrated is an RGBpx effect controller for 90 addressable LEDs.

The most important functions at a glance:
· Programmable four-channel fan control
· Four fan outputs with up to 25 watts of power per channel and speed monitoring
· All fan outputs with 4-pin connector and adjustable via PWM signal
· All fan outputs can be switched off completely
· Control parameters can be set in many different ways
· Four temperature sensor inputs
· Eight additional measured values ​​can be transferred from the PC to the QUADRO using aquasuite software
· Flow sensor input
· RGBpx LED output for LED strips and fans with individually addressable LEDs
· USB 2.0 interface
· aquasuite software for convenient setting, evaluation and visualization of all sensor data
· aquabus interface: When connected to an aquaero, the fan outputs can be controlled via the aquaero

Fan control
The four fan connections of the QUADRO can be individually configured and, thanks to the high output power of 25 watts per channel, also offer the option of connecting several fans to one output of the QUADRO via suitable splitters. In addition to manual adjustment of the fans, temperature-controlled operation is also possible. Both setpoint controllers and individually adjustable control curves are available for this. The connected fan can either be switched off completely if the set temperature is not reached, or it can continue to operate with an adjustable minimum power. To ensure that the fans start up safely, an intelligent start boost function with monitoring of the speed signal can be activated for each channel.
All fan outputs are only suitable for PWM fans with a four-pin connector and are protected against overload.

RGBpx control unit for addressable LEDs
The QUADRO has an RGBpx output for individually controlling up to 90 addressable LEDs. Each LED can be individually adjusted in color and brightness. A total of four LED groups of variable size can be configured, to which visual effects can then be assigned. The 23 available effects offer extensive setting options for further customization. Many effects also offer the option of modifying effect parameters (e.g. speed) depending on current sensor values. The available effects also include sound-to-light effects that react to the sound currently being emitted by the computer. An outstanding feature is the AMBIENTpx effect, which enables the edge areas of the current screen content to be reproduced on the connected LEDs, which can create very effective background lighting around the computer screen.
As an alternative to the LED strips offered by Aqua Computer, LED fans from the brands Corsair and NZXT can also be used for lighting effects using the RGBpx Splitty4 product (item 53267, not included).

Can be used as an aquabus extension device
In addition to being used as an autonomous USB fan controller, the QUADRO can also be used as an aquabus extension for an aquaero 5 or aquaero 6. In this case, the four fan outputs of the QUADRO are available to the aquaero for the control functions. A maximum of two QUADROs can be connected to an aquaero as extension devices.

Technical data
Dimensions without plugged-in cables: approx. 54 x 49 x 17 mm
Supply voltage: 5V, 12V
Fan output power: maximum 25 watts per channel
PWM control signal: 0 – 100%, resolution 0.1% Scope

Included:
– QUADRO controller
– a temperature sensor, length approx. 70 cm
– an internal USB connection cable, length approx. 100 cm
– mounting material

System requirements
– Windows 10 or newer
– Internal USB 2.0 connection

Notes on the AMBIENTpx effect
Screen contents that prohibit analysis using DRM or other measures cannot be evaluated.

Notes on the aquasuite software
By activating this product, you will receive the current version of the aquasuite software including update service for at least six (6) months. After the update service has expired, you can use the last version available during the update period without any time limit and also reinstall it.
The update service can optionally be extended or renewed at any time for a fee.
Please note that an internet connection is required to install and activate the aquasuite software.

You can find further information on the update service and activation of the aquasuite software here.