RCF RD-NET Cont.8

Controller for RCF TT 8×32 RD-NET

The RDNet Control 8 is a real-time monitoring and control system capable of managing up to 256 devices connected in a bus or up to 128 devices in a ring topology.
All data collected from the slave devices can be transmitted to the sound engineer either via USB in a local setup or through Ethernet from remote locations.
The interface can be directly linked to the DSP onboard each TT+ line array module using the exclusive RDNet protocol, allowing for the adjustment of specific presets or parameters in real-time for individual cabinets or groups. The primary focus of RDNet Control 8 is to ensure minimal data refresh time (at least 5 times per second) for all system performance data, such as RMS signals, compressor activity, temperature, fan speed, alerts, etc.
Data transfer can also be facilitated through the provided XLR connectors, enabling system control over traditional multi-core cables.



Features:

• Bridging the control and monitoring network between Ethernet (remote control) / USB (direct control) and RDNet
• Connecting a PC to Control 8 and managing up to 8 subnets of up to 32 slave devices each
• Configuring the network with bus or ring connections
• Automatic detection of network configuration and registration
• Controlling the status and functions of slave devices
• Monitoring and displaying faults and warnings received from slave devices
• Storing subnet user filters configuration on a removable memory card


NETWORK

• EIA RS-485 standard connection
• Daisy-chain ring architecture or bus connection
• Up to 8 managed subnets
• Up to 32 slave devices per subnet


RDNet CONNECTION

• 8 Ethercon housed RJ45 with Ethernet Cat5 cable
• 8 XLR chassis connectors with XLR data cable (alternative to RJ45)


PC CONNECTION

• USB standard connection or Ethernet connection
• Front panel USB type B female connector for direct control
• Rear panel standard RJ45 connector for remote control


DATA STORAGE

• 4 GB SD card reader

POWER CHARACTERISTICS

• 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz (auto selection)
• Power consumption less than 15 W
• Powercon connector


MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Width: 482/19.28 mm/inch
• Height: 44/1.76 mm/inch
• Depth: 182/7.28 mm/inch
• Weight: 2/4.42 Kg/lbs
• Materials: plated and painted steel chassis