The RB-AES4X3 is a passive, quad “one-to-three” splitter housed in a 19” rack. Each bank is designed to split a single AES3 digital audio source to up to three destinations, using Neutrik XLR connectors. The RB-AES4X3 provides solutions to a range of digital signal distribution problems, where correct termination is essential to maintain signal integrity. The input signal is split through high quality transformers, and 110Ω termination can be applied, if desired, to unconnected outputs.
Product Features
4x 3-way AES3 (XLR) splitter.
Switched 110Ω termination on all outputs.
Passive unit - no power supply.
Typical Applications
Distribution of AES3 source to 3 mixing consoles.
Product Category
Passive Splitters
Technical Specifications
Cable drive capability
The table below sets out the minimum signal amplitude required to drive 100m (cumulative) of 110Ω twisted pair cable, based on the sample rate of the digital audio:
Sample Rate
32kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude *2Vpk-pk
44.1kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude *2Vpk-pk
48kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude *2Vpk-pk
88.2kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude 5Vpk-pk
96kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude 5Vpk-pk
* Minimum of 2Vpk-pk is defined by the AES3 format specification.
The table below sets out the minimum signal amplitude required to drive 30m (cumulative) of 110Ω twisted pair cable, based on the sample rate of the digital audio:
176.4kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude 3Vpk-pk
192kHz: Minimum Signal Amplitude 3Vpk-pk
Audio Specification
Input & Output Impedances: 110Ω
Insertion Loss: 0.17dB 1:1, 1.3dB 1:3
Impedance Match: +/- 2%
Max Signal 10 V P-P: Up to 96kHz
Attenuation Loss: 0.17dB 1:1, 6.2dB 1:3
Connections
Inputs: 4 x XLR 3 pin female
Outputs: 12 x XLR 3 pin male
Equipment Type
RB-AES4X3: Quad 3 way AES/EBU passive splitter XLR connectors
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw): 48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H)(1U)
Dimensions (Raw): 19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions (Boxed): 58.5cm (W) x 22.5cm (D) x 7cm (H)
