Available 2009!

The perfect choice for commercial and residential installations! This powerful audio and video distribution matrix switcher has the capability to route eight analog audio and eight composite video (or digital audio) sources to eight different zones. For larger projects, expand the system up to 64 zones by cascading multiple units together. When used with RTI controllers and processors, the A8 provides complete command over a distributed audio/video system, with two-way communication for status feedback, three-band equalization and balance control for each zone.

Description

Let the music move you with the A8 distributed audio/video switcher from RTI. Go to the exercise room to summon your MP3s. Listen to broadcast radio in the Kitchen, internet radio in the backyard, and satellite TV in the living room- all at once. With eight analog audio and composite video source inputs and outputs, wherever you go- the music moves with you. Independent gain control means that you’ll have level volume between sources, and bass, treble and 3-band equalization for each room brings the sound to life. Loaded with the best of today’s technology, features like Ethernet, RS-232 and IR control options, the A8 is at your command. Combine the A8 with RTI processors, handheld controllers and wall-mounted touch panels, and RTI distribution solutions help keep pace with the rhythm of your life.

*Integration Designer software only available to authorized RTI dealers.

Key Features

• 8 Analog stereo audio output zones
• 8 Analog stereo audio source inputs
• 8 Composite video/coaxial digital (S/PDIF) audio output zones
• 8 Composite video/coaxial digital (S/PDIF) audio source inputs
• Buffered outputs for all RCA source inputs
• Buffered inputs for all loop source inputs
• Input/output expansion port provides auto RTI A8/V6 sensing for input validation across multiple units
• Expandable to 64 zones by cascading multiple units
  
• Independent volume, bass, treble, 3-band EQ, and balance control for all audio zones
• Independent input gain control for each audio source input
• 8 Independent trigger outputs, 1 for each zone (12VDC)
• 2 Programmable trigger outputs (12VDC)
• 2 Assignable voltage sense inputs (3-24VDC, 9-30VAC)
• 1 Infrared (IR) input port for control
• 1 RS-232 port for control and bi-directional communication
• 1 Ethernet (10/100 Base-T) port for control and programming/setup
• LCD display (184x48) with blue LED backlight
• Rack mountable or free standing

Specifications

AC Input Voltage	120VAC +-10%, 60Hz or 240VAC +-10%, 50Hz Auto selecting
System Operation Current	200mA nominal (120VAC), or 100mA nominal (240VAC)
System Operation Power	24 watts
Control In/Out	RJ-45 female for RTI system control
Ethernet	RJ-45 female for network control
USB	System configuration
RS232 Port	System configuration and control
Trigger Output	Eight (8) zone independent, 12VDC@50mA each Two (2) programmable, 12VDC@50mA each
Dimensions (with removable rack ears & front cover) HxWxD	3.5in(89mm) x 19in(483mm) x 11.5in(292mm)
Dimensions Chasis (without rack ears & front cover)HxWxD	3.5in(89mm) x 17in(432mm) x 11in(280mm)
Weight	11 lbs (4.99kg)
Operating Temperature	C -10 to +40 degrees F +14 to +104 degrees
Specs - Stereo/Analog Audio
Input Level (max)	+14 dB, unbalanced
Input Impedance	2kOhms
Output Level (max)	+14 dB, unbalanced
Output Impedance	< 5 Ohms
Frequency Bandwidth Preamplifier	20-20kHz (+0, -1 dB)
Frequency Response	< 0 to -0.8 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion	> -80dB for all outputs , A-weigthed
Signal to Noise Ratio	> -80dB for all outputs , A-weighted
Crosstalk	< -115 dB (1 kHz, Vin = +14 dB)
Input Gain Adjust Range	+10 dB to -10 dB, via software
Output Volume Adjust Range	+10 dB to -70 dB (mute), via software
Coupling	AC Coupled
Connectors	Eight (8) Stereo RCA (Gold-plated RCA connectors)
Tone Bass	Low Pass Shelf @ 250 Hz -12 dB to +12 dB (in 0.5 dB increments)
Tone Treble	High Pass Shelf @ 6 kHz -12 dB to +12 dB (in 0.5 dB increments)
3 Band Equalizer	39 Hz, 107 Hz, 1070 Hz
Specs - Composite Video/Digital Audio
Input Level (max)	± 1.1 Volts
Input Impedance	2kOhms
Output Level (max)	± 1.2 Volts
Output Impedance	75 Ohms nominal
Frequency Response	50 MHz or better (± 3 dB) / 20 MHz or better (± 1 dB)
Crosstalk	< -50 dB (f = 5 MHz)
Differential Gain	< 0.2% or better (f = 3.58 MHz)
Differential Phase	< 0.2° or better (f = 3.58 MHz)
Signal to Noise Ratio	> 65 dB (Vin = 0.7 V, 100% IRE)
Connectors	Eight (8) RCA (Gold-plated RCA connectors)
Input Impedance	2kOhms
Output Level (max)	75 Ohms nominal
Output Impedance	< 5 Ohms

* All specifications subject to change without notice.