Soundcraft RS2485SP - CobraNet Expansion Card with 32-Channel Inputs or Output for Local Rack and Compact Stagebox

The Soundcraft RS2485SP CobraNet Expansion Card is a versatile, high-performance solution for integrating your Soundcraft Vi Series devices into a CobraNet network. Designed for use with the Vi5000/7000, Vi6 Local Rack, Vi1/Vi1000/2000/3000 consoles, and the Compact Stagebox, this card allows for the transmission of up to 32 channels of audio, either as inputs or outputs, over a standard Ethernet network. CobraNet is a widely adopted digital audio networking technology that facilitates low-latency, high-quality audio transport over IP networks, making the RS2485SP an essential tool for large-scale live sound, broadcast, and installed sound applications.

The RS2485SP CobraNet card enables your Soundcraft Vi Series devices to send and receive up to 32 channels of audio in each direction, allowing for seamless audio distribution across your CobraNet-enabled system. Whether you're transmitting audio from stage to front-of-house or routing audio to various locations throughout a venue, this card provides a reliable and efficient method for managing your audio signals. With the RS2485SP, you can eliminate the need for bulky analog cables, significantly reducing setup complexity and cable clutter while ensuring high-fidelity audio transmission across your network.

One of the key features of the RS2485SP is its ability to function as either an input or output device, depending on your system requirements. This flexibility allows audio engineers to configure the card to suit the needs of any given event or installation. Whether you need to send audio signals to remote locations or receive audio from multiple sources across a venue, the RS2485SP offers a highly customizable and scalable solution. The card's capacity to handle up to 32 channels ensures that even the most demanding audio setups can be managed with ease.

The RS2485SP card features dual RJ45 connectors for connection to the CobraNet network, enabling robust audio transmission over standard Ethernet cables. CobraNet technology is known for its low-latency performance, which is critical in live sound applications where real-time audio synchronization is required. The card ensures that audio signals remain in sync across the entire network, providing a high-quality audio experience for performers, technicians, and audiences alike. With the ability to transmit 32 channels of audio in each direction, this card is well-suited for large venues, multi-zone installations, and complex audio systems that require precise audio management.

One of the standout aspects of the RS2485SP CobraNet card is its integration with the Soundcraft Vi Series' Local Rack and Compact Stagebox. By adding the CobraNet expansion card, you can extend the I/O capabilities of your Vi console or stagebox, allowing for expanded audio routing and distribution capabilities. Whether you're working with a small theater or a large-scale concert venue, the RS2485SP ensures that your audio can be transmitted to and from multiple points across the venue, offering the flexibility and scalability needed in professional sound environments.

The card's dip switch configuration allows for easy setup and channel assignment, enabling audio engineers to quickly configure the number of input and output channels as required. This streamlined approach to configuration ensures that the card can be integrated into existing systems with minimal hassle, allowing engineers to focus on delivering the best audio experience possible. The RS2485SP's intuitive setup process makes it ideal for both permanent installations and temporary setups where time is of the essence.

Additionally, CobraNet technology is known for its reliability in mission-critical environments, such as live sound, broadcast, and corporate installations. The RS2485SP ensures continuous and uninterrupted audio transmission across the network, thanks to its redundant network support. If the primary network connection experiences any issues, the card can automatically switch to a secondary network, ensuring that your audio remains stable and consistent. This level of redundancy is crucial in live performance scenarios, where audio dropouts or interruptions can have a significant impact on the overall production.

The Soundcraft RS2485SP CobraNet Expansion Card is also compatible with a wide range of audio devices and systems that support the CobraNet protocol. This compatibility ensures that your Vi Series devices can be easily integrated into existing audio networks, providing a seamless and cohesive audio distribution solution. Whether you're expanding an existing CobraNet system or building a new one, the RS2485SP offers the flexibility and performance needed to meet the demands of professional audio applications.

In summary, the Soundcraft RS2485SP CobraNet Expansion Card is an essential tool for audio professionals who require reliable, high-quality audio transmission over a CobraNet network. With its support for up to 32 channels of audio, flexible configuration options, and robust performance, this card is ideal for live sound, broadcast, and installed sound applications. Whether you're working in a large concert venue or a multi-zone corporate installation, the RS2485SP ensures that your audio signals are transmitted with the utmost clarity and precision.

Features

• 32-channel CobraNet Expansion Card for Soundcraft Vi Series devices
• Supports up to 32 channels of input or output audio over a CobraNet network
• Compatible with Vi5000/7000, Vi6 Local Rack, Vi1/Vi1000/2000/3000, and Compact Stagebox
• Dual RJ45 connectors for connection to CobraNet network, allowing for low-latency audio transmission
• DIP switch configuration for easy setup and channel assignment
• Redundant network support ensures continuous audio transmission in critical environments
• Integrates with Soundcraft Vi Series Local Rack and Compact Stagebox for extended I/O capabilities
• Provides reliable audio distribution in live sound, broadcast, and installed sound applications
• Compatible with other CobraNet-enabled devices for seamless audio networking
• Eliminates the need for bulky analog cabling, reducing setup complexity and cable clutter

Specifications

• Compatibility: Vi5000/7000 or Vi6 Local Rack, Vi1/Vi1000/2000/3000, Compact Stagebox