AI 16 Input/8 Output - (AI 16-8)
Downstream Input/Output Board (16 Supervised Inputs & 8 Outputs)
Extend your Access Control system with the Azure BLU-IO168’s 16 high-precision sensor inputs and 8 relay outputs. The large number of inputs and outputs enables the full control of additional doors, monitoring extensive sensor networks, and elevator control. Plug-in expansion module adds 8 more relay outputs. The BLU-IO168 communicates with proprietary or OSDP protocols, both fully encrypted. Relative to the quantity of hardware interfaces, the BLU-IO168 consumes minimal power and is even offered with PoE+ options.

Features
- FULLY ENCRYTPED COMMUNICATIONS
- Whether network or serial, communication to Azure Intelligent Controllers (ICs) are secure
- 16 FLEXIBLE ALARM INPUTS
- Supervised or Unsupervised
- Supports pre-defined standards and custom input-supervision values
- 8 RELAY OUTPUTS
- Expandable to 16 relay outputs with plug-in expansion module
- Configurable pulse/activation times
- Supports up to 16 elevator reader floors, with floor selection feedback
- LED STATUS & DIAGNOSTICS
- LEDs for all onboard activity and hardware interface statuses
- Visual diagnostics via LEDs
- MULTIPLE PRODUCT OPTIONS
- Full IO / Inputs only / Outputs only
- Ethernet / RS485
- PoE+
Benefits
- Open Architecture - High performance, reliable platform enables use of hardware with HID Mercury OEM partners’ software solutions.
- Easy Expansion - Adds functionality and flexibility to existing access control systems.
- Enhanced Security - Embedded crypto memory chip and data at rest encryption provides secured layer of protection of sensitive data.
- Versatile Interoperability - Same reliable interface and identical footprint as the EP Controllers, enabling seamless upgrades for existing deployments.
Security
- TLSv1.2, OSDP, AES 128/256, Encrypted, firmware
Regulatory
- UL 294, UL294B, UL1076, UL2610, ULC/ORD C1076,CE Compliant, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS
System Diagram

Specifications
| Input Power | 1. 12-24 VDC; 200mA Max current 2. Max current: 200mA board only; 350mA with Expansion Module 3. PoE+ |
| General Information | 1. INDUSTRIAL operation and storage temperature (-40°C to +85°C) 2. 5% to 95% humidity 3. Dimensions: 7.5in (190.5mm) x 5.5in (139.7mm) x 0.75in (19mm) 4. Weight: 0.4 pounds (181.5 grams) |
| Onboard Hardware Interface | 1. 16 Configurable Supervised/Unsupervised Inputs 2. 8 Form-C Relay Outputs 1. 2A @ 30VDC MAX rating 3. 2 Unsupervised Inputs 1. Cabinet Tamper 2. Power Supply Fault 4. Up to 1 Network Port 1. 10/100 Fast Ethernet 5. 1 Upstream RS485 Comm Port 1. 9,600 to 115,200 baud 2. 4-wire & 2-wire interface supported 6. Expandable IO Port 1. Plug-in module adds 8 more relay outputs 7. DIP switches for configuring hardware interfaces 1. Configure input supervision type, serial com address, & baud rate |
Ordering Information:
| MFG Part # | BluBØX Order # | Description |
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