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Link Indicators
RockNet uses proprietary technologies to transport 160 channels of 24bit/48kHz audio over a single
CA T.5 cable. Eac h RockNet RN.300 devic e is equipped with a link input (grey ) and a link out put (yel-
low) Neutrik© Ethercon® connector. A fter connecting all devices of the audio net work with each other
by connecting LINK OUT of one device with LINK IN of the neighbour device a so called redundant
ring network has been formed.
A successfully established link is indicated by flas hing LE D link indicators.
LINK INDICATORS FLAS HING
communication to next device established but net -
work not yet synchronized
LINK INDICATORS PERMANENT
network communication and synchronization es-
tablished
Recommended Cables
It is strongly recommended to use network cables fulfilling the CA T.5 S TP or higher CA T specifications
in conjunction with the use of Neut rik© Ethercon connectors.
Standard RJ45 c onnectors may be used for test setups. In t his case the RJ45 release lever is used to
disconnect the RJ45 connector.
RockNet requires the following audio network CA T cabling:
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CA T.5 or better
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STP cable (in case of CA T.5 or CA T.6)
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Max distance between units 150m or 500ft
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Max cable attenuation 19dB @ 100MHz (100m)
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Do NOT use LOW SKEW cables!
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UTP cable may be used but the use is not recommended
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