The Pharos RIO 84 (Remote Input Output) provides a convenient and scalable way to add inputs and outputs to a Pharos Designer system for show control and integration.
Each RIO 84 adds a further 8 input ports to your Designer control system for interacting with devices such as sensors and switches. The 4 output ports are low-voltage relays for activating switches on other devices. The multi-protocol serial port can send and receive commands from other systems over RS232 / RS485 or can be configured as a convenient additional DMX port on the system supporting either remote DMX input for triggering, or a full universe of remote DMX output.
The RIO 84 is supported in Pharos Designer 2.16 or later.
Flexibility built-in
The RIO 84 can be placed where it is needed and connected to Pharos Designer Controllers over an Ethernet network. It has a multi-protocol serial port, supporting DMX output, and a combination of multi-functional digital/analog inputs and relay outputs.
Pharos Designer Remote Devices can be used with the full range of Pharos Designer Controllers, providing additional functionality
The RIO has a multi-protocol serial port, supporting RS232 or RS485 for integration, also with the option to output DMX
Configurable IO, supporting eight contact closure, digital and analog inputs, and four output relays
Extend the reach of your controllers’ inputs and outputs
Features
Flexible Inputs
Each input is individually configurable in one of three modes. As a Contact Closure, an external volt-free switch may be connected across the input. As a Digital Input, an external DC voltage source (up to 24V) can be connected across the input and thresholds for ‘high’ and ‘low’ triggering can be set. As an Analog Input, a variable external DC voltage can be measured within a configurable range.
Scalable
Up to 200 Remote Devices can be combined with one or more Pharos Designer controllers on the same network to build the ideal system for your installation. Each RIO is easily addressed using a convenient thumb wheel. Whether one controller or many, it’s all easily programmed using our Designer 2 software. Read more
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Multi-Protocol
The RIO 84 has a multi-protocol serial port, with protocol (RS232 or RS485), data rate and format settings (baud, parity, stop bits, etc.) all configurable in Pharos Designer 2 software. The port can also be configured to output a full universe of local DMX512.
Relay Outputs
Our outputs use solid-state relays to ensure silent operation and long-term reliability. They are designed for low voltage, low current switching (48V, 0.25A) and are also fully isolated. Where necessary they enable higher currents to be controlled from a Pharos Designer system by integration with commonly available third-party contactors.
Power-over-Ethernet
As a PoE device, the RIO can be placed at any remote location and only needs a single Ethernet cable that provides both power and data.
Installer Friendly
Made for permanent installation, with installer-friendly 0.200” (5.08mm) plug-in rising clamp terminals, a compact enclosure, and easy DIN-rail mounting.
Multiple Pharos Designer Controllers can be used together with up to 200 Remote Devices and will synchronise automatically
Total Reliability
Designed for 24/7 operation and total reliability. Designed and manufactured in the UK, with a 5 year warranty.
Inputs / Outputs
The RIO 84 boasts eight inputs and four outputs.
Isolated
The outputs relays (rated 48V, 0.25A) are individually isolated (1kV) from each other and all other ports.
Configurable
The inputs are individually configurable as contact closure, active low, active high or 0-24V analog level.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION & DOWNLOADS
RIO 84 Datasheet
Click on the link below to download the datasheet.
Capabilities
Contact Closure
Connect an external volt-free switch between input and ground (internal 2.2kohm pull-up to 5V)
Digital In
Connect an external DC voltage source between input and ground (24V maximum; internal 2MOhm pull-down to 0V); software-configurable low/high threshold
Analog In
Connect an external DC voltage source between input and ground (24V maximum); software-configurable range
Relay Outs
Individually isolated (1KV) relay outputs (48V 250mA)
Serial Data
RS232, RS485; configurable port; send/receive free syntax in ASCII, HEX or decimal
DMX Out
512 channels (USITT E1.11-2008)
Interfaces
Ethernet
RJ45 socket for 10/100Base-TX Ethernet with Link/Data LEDs; Fixed IP or DHCP; Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
Serial
RS232 / RS485 / DMX *
Inputs
Individually selectable operating mode for contact closure, digital or analog input (24V maximum) *
Relay Outs
Individually isolated (1KV) solid-state relay outputs rated at 48V 0.25A (AC/DC) *
An external PSU is required to power the relay outputs
* Install-friendly 0.200″ (5.08mm) plug in rising clamp connectors (included)
System Limits
Remote Device system limit count includes all RIO, EDN, TPS and BPS in project.
In Project
Maximum 200 remote devices across multiple controllers in a single Pharos Designer project.
Specifications
Certifications
CE compliant, UKCA compliant, ETL/cETL listed
Power
PoE (IEEE802.3af, Class 1), 1.5W typical
Required
Configuration
Pharos Designer 2.16 or later
Addressing
By rotary selector switch
Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Humidity
10-90% relative, non-condensing
Ingress
IP40
Physical
6 unit wide DIN rail mounting enclosure (35/7.5 rail)
10.8 x 9 x 4 cm (4.2 x 3.5 x 1.6 in)
0.2 kg (0.5 lbs)
Shipping
19.5 x 15 x 7.5 cm (8 x 6 x 3 in)
0.4 kg (0.9 lbs)
Recovery
Hardware watchdog and recessed reset button
Warranty
5 years
Order Code & Variants
RIO 84
Pharos Remote Input Output Device 84 (8 input, 4 output, Serial/DMX)
Pharos Designer Controller required
For information on the end of life RIO 08/44/80 please see this page