The RDNet Control 8 is a powerful master unit designed to control and monitor complex RCF sound systems via RDNet protocol. Equipped with both Ethernet and USB connections, it allows seamless integration for local and remote system management. Capable of handling up to 8 subnets with 32 devices each, RDNet Control 8 offers deep system insight with real-time polling, fault monitoring, and dynamic control of parameters such as temperature, RMS, limiter activity, and fan speed. Devices are automatically detected and displayed, and configurations can be stored locally on an SD card for easy recall. Whether used in fixed installations or live events, this 1U rack-mountable unit ensures comprehensive and responsive control of any RDNet-enabled setup.
Features
Ethernet (remote) and USB (local) PC connectivity to RDNet
Controls up to 8 subnets, each supporting up to 32 slave devices
Automatic device detection and mapping
Real-time polling of all connected devices 10 times per second
Monitors device status, warnings, and performance metrics
Allows for device-specific control and preset changes
Removable SD card for saving subnet configurations (up to 4 GB)
XLR ports for integration with multi-core audio cables
Compact and robust 1U 19” rack-mountable metal housing
Low 15 W power consumption and wide voltage support
Specifications
| Number of Subnets | 8 |
| Max Devices per Subnet | 32 |
| Total Device Capacity | Up to 256 (bus) / 128 (ring topology) |
| Connectors | RJ45, XLR |
| PC Connectivity | USB (Type B), Ethernet |
| Data Storage | SD card (up to 4 GB) |
| Configuration | RDNet PC software |
| RDNet | Onboard |
| Operating Voltage | 90 – 240 V~, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 15 W |
| Safety Compliance | CE compliant |
| Cabinet Material | Metal |
| Color | Black |
| Rack Mounting | 19″, 1U |
| Height | 44 mm / 1.73 inches |
| Width | 482 mm / 18.98 inches |
| Depth | 182 mm / 7.17 inches |
| Weight | 2.71 kg / 5.97 lbs |
| Package Height | 106 mm / 4.17 inches |
| Package Width | 269 mm / 10.59 inches |
| Package Depth | 544 mm / 21.42 inches |
| Package Weight | 3.71 kg / 8.18 lbs |















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