Benefits & Features

• Single rack space unit expands SymNet
• Applications include: External push-to-talk buttons, LED tallies, power-up sequencing, MIDI control surface integration.
• Allows preset recall from MIDI program change commands.
• Allows remote placement up to 4000 feet from SymNet system.
• RS-485-based peripheral with eight (8) analog control inputs, eight (8) open collector outputs, four (4) relay outputs, MIDI, four (4) ARC-2 ports, four (4) ARC Audio channels.

Product Details

A hardware interface for analog controls- switches, pots, relays and binary outputs – including generic MIDI devices. Configurable to function as a mixing console-type interface for SymNet. The unit provides an assortment of external control options that can be assigned to most parameters within a Symetrix DSP. Symetrix DSP software controls assignments, button and LED functionality, parameter limits and firmware version upgrades.

Control I/O includes:

• Eight analog control inputs
• Eight open collector outputs
• Four normally open/normally closed relays
• Four RJ-45 connectors to support four Symetrix ARC Wall Panels, each with a discrete channel of ARC Audio

A DB-15 connector functions as a MIDI interface. This allows communication from generic MIDI devices that can be configured to function as a mixing console-type interface for SymNet. Stand-alone ASCII mode- compatible with third-party hardware (i.e. AMX and Crestron). Compatible systems must be capable of communicating with Control I/O over RS-485. All of the capabilities listed above apply, with the exception of ARC Wall Panel support. ARC Wall Panels are proprietary and only work with Symetrix DSP systems.

Specifications

Mechanical Data

Space Required
1U (WDH: 48.3 cm x 15.6 cm x 4.37 cm / 19 in x6.1 in x 1.72 in). Depth does not include connector allowance. Allow at least 1 inch additional clearance for rear panel connections. Additional depth may be required depending upon your specific wiring and connections.

Electrical
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 15 VDC output, 20 Watts maximum. No line voltage switching required.

Ventilation
Maximum recommended ambient operating temperature is 30 C / 86 F. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

Shipping Weight
2.0 kg (4.4 lbs.)

Architects & Engineers Specifications

The external control interface shall provide eight analog control inputs, eight open collector outputs, and four relay outputs on plug-in barrier-strip connectors. The device shall provide four ARC ports on RJ-45 connectors, four ARC Audio channels on plug-in barrier-strip connectors, MIDI interface on one 15-pin D-sub connector, and RS-485 interface on one plug-in barrier-strip connector. The device shall function as an external control interface for SymNet and other systems. A designer software application shall be provided for assigning control within DSP system components. RS-485 communications shall be utilized for software control and configuration. The external control interface shall be CE marked, CSA tested to UL 60065.

The external control interface shall be Control IO.