DB Technologies RDNET-CONTROL-8 Data Sheet

Spec Sheet

CONTROL 8

Master Control Unit for DVA Network Software

Applications

- Live sound for rental application

- Portable PA, ballrooms, live theatre

- Fixed installations in clubs, theatres, house
of worship and corporate A/V applications

Features

- Hardware interface for RDNet devices with
standard EIA RS-485

- Up to 8 subnet managed with max. 32
devices for each subnet (256 total devices)

- Network connections through RJ45-RJ45
CAT-5 cables or XLR-XLR balanced audio
cables (as alternative to RJ-45)

- PC connection through Ethernet (remote) or
USB (local) sockets

- DVA NETWORK software to manage in real­time parameters like output level, mute,
equalization, delay, etc.

Description

CONTROL 8 is a hardware interface for
connecting devices compatible with
dBTechnologies RDNET system (e.g. DVA T12,
DVA T8, DVA S30N, etc.) to a personal computer
through an Ethernet or USB connection.
The RDNET system uses a proprietary serial

protocol especially developed to create a data
network, which can remotely manage up to 256
compatible devices.

The CONTROL 8 manages up to 8 subnets.
Each subnet handles up to 32 devices. So it
is possible to control the maximum number
of devices managed by this protocol (256)
connected with RJ45-RJ45 cables or XLR-XLR
balanced audio cables. The addressing of
each device is automatically handled by the
CONTROL 8 interface during the power-on
procedure of the network.

The operation of the network is managed by
DVA NETWORK application (for Windows®
operating systems) and allows you to check
the operating of each device connected to the
network (VU-meter, temperatures, logistic
status, etc.) and edit its parameters, output
level, mute, equalization, delay, etc. The

conguration of the entire network and each
device can be saved as a single le in the PC or

in a SD card and later recalled.

The RDNET is a “real-time” system, meaning
that all information related to the functioning
of each device is acquired in real-time, a
function to constantly monitor all components
of the sound system during performance.

The rear panel includes 8 pairs of RJ-45 / XLR
connectors (one pairs for each subnet), an
Ethernet port for connecting to the PC and a
Powercon™ mains socket. On the front panel
there is an SD card reader through which the

user can store and recall any conguration le,

and a USB port for direct connection to PC (only
for short distance; in the case of long distance
you’ll better use the Ethernet port provided on
the rear panel).

Network setup

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(max. 32
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SUBNET 1

SUBNET 3

SUBNET 4

SUBNET 5

SUBNET 6

SUBNET 7

SUBNET 8

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CONTROL 8

Technical Specications

Network specications

Network standard EIA RS- 485
up to 8 managed subnet
max. 32 devices connected to each subnet

RDNet connections 8x RJ 45 connectors (EtherCon) for CAT 5 cable
8x XLR socket (as alternative to RJ 45)

PC connection local USB (B type socket)
remote Ethernet (RJ 45), alternative to USB

Power supply operating voltage: 100 ÷ 240 V ac (full range), 50 - 60 Hz

Consumption < 15 W

Mains connector Powercon™ (blue)

Mechanics

Chassis material pre-galvanized steel and painted

Dimensions (WxHxD) 482 x 44 x 182 mm (one 19” rack unit)

Net weight 2 kg - 4.4 lbs.

Front & Rear Panel

(automatic selection)

PUSH

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Overall Dimensions

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[16.93]

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TOP

All dimensions in mm [inch]

[18.98]

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dBTechnologies produc ts are continually improved . All spe cic atio ns are the refore subjec t to change without notice.

rev.1.1 - 2015