RCF's RDNet Control 8 is a real-time monitor and control system able to manage up to 256 devices linked in a bus or up to 128 devices in a ring topology.

All the data collected from the secondaries are delivered to the sound engineer by USB in a local installation or by Ethernet from remote locations.

The interface can be directly connected to the DSP on board of every TT+ line array module through the exclusive RDNet protocol making it possible to address in single cabinets or groups, specific presets or modification parameters in real-time. The key point of RDNet Control 8, in fact, is to ensure minimum refresh time (at least 5 per second) of all the system data performance, for example: RMS signals, compressor activity, temperature, fans speed, warnings, etc.

Data transfer can be routed also through the provided XLR connectors enabling the control of the system on traditional multi-cored cables.

Features:

• Bridging the control and monitoring network in between Ethernet (remote control) / USB (direct control) and RDNet
• Connecting PC to Control 8 and controlling up to 8 subnets of up to 32 secondary devices
• Configuring the net with bus connection or ring connection
• Auto detect net configuration and registration
• Controlling secondary devices status and functions
• Monitoring and displaying faults and warnings sent from secondary devices
• Storing subnet user filters configuration in a removable memory card

Specifications:

• Network:
  • EIA RS-485 standard connection
  • Daisy-chain ring architecture or bus connection
  • Up to 8 subnets managed
  • Up to 32 secondary devices for each 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 240VAC, 50 to 60Hz (auto selection)
  • Less than 15W of power consumption
  • Powercon connector
• Mechanical Characteristics:
  • Dimensions: 19.28" W x 1.76" H x 7.28" D (482 x 44 x 182mm)
  • Weight: 4.42lbs (2kg)
  • Materials: plated and painted steel chassis