RIO
The Pharos Designer RIO 80, 44 and 08 (Remote Input Output) devices provide a convenient and scalable way to add inputs and outputs to a Pharos Designer system for show control and integration.
Flexibility built-in
Each device can be placed where it is needed and connected to Pharos Designer Controllers over an Ethernet network. Each RIO 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
All variants have a multi-protocol serial port, supporting RS232 or RS485 for integration, also with the option to output DMX
Configurable IO, supporting contact closure, digital and analogue inputs or 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 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 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 Remote Device 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 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 up to 96 channels 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 Cat 5 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 rugged, 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
Three variants – one with eight inputs; one with eight outputs; and one with four of each.
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 Datasheet
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Comparison Chart
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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 voltage source between input and ground (24V maximum; internal 2MOhm pull-down to 0V); software-configurable low/high threshold
Analog In
Connect an external 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
96 channels (USITT E1.11-2008)
Specifications
Certifications
CE compliant, UKCA compliant, ETL/cETL listed
Power
PoE (IEEE802.3af, Class 1)
1.5W typical
Required
Addressing
By rotary selector switch
Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Physical
4 unit wide DIN rail mounting enclosure (DIN43880 / EN60715 (35/7.5 rail))
Weight
0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Shipping
220 x 15 x 12 cm (8″ x 6″ x 5″)
0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
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 out *
Inputs
Individually selectable operating mode for contact closure, digital or analog input (24V maximum) *
Relay Outs
Individually isolated (1KV) relay outputs (48V 250mA) *
* Install-friendly 0.200″ (5.08mm) plug in rising clamp connectors (included)
Order Code & Variants
RIO 80
Designer Remote Input Output Device 80 (8 input, 0 output, Serial/DMX)
RIO 44
Designer Remote Input Output Device 44 (4 input, 4 output, Serial/DMX)
RIO 08
Designer Remote Input Output Device 08 (0 input, 8 output, Serial/DMX)