Sound Control Technologies RCU2S-B2A8 – USB 2.0 + RS-232 Camera Extension Kit Variant

Product Overview

The Sound Control Technologies RCU2S-B2A8 is a USB 2.0 camera extension kit that includes a serial RS-232 control loop in addition to USB 2.0/UVC video, bi-directional audio, and 5V/12V camera power. Extending up to 300 feet over a single CAT cable, it provides AV integrators with a complete single-cable solution for USB cameras requiring both USB connectivity and RS-232 PTZ control. The B2A8 variant includes a specific cable kit — consult Creation Networks for the exact camera models supported by this configuration. This product is well suited for conference rooms and boardrooms where PTZ camera control and USB video must share the same structured cabling run.

Product Description

The RCU2S-B2A8 extends USB 2.0/UVC video, bi-directional audio, camera power, and RS-232 serial control over a single CAT5e or CAT6 cable run up to 300 feet. The addition of the RS-232 serial control loop (indicated by the A8 designation) allows a codec or control system to send PTZ camera control commands over the same CAT infrastructure used for USB video and power — eliminating a separate serial cable run to the camera location.

The system consists of a Head End (HE) unit at the rack or codec location and a Camera End (CE) unit at the camera mount. The camera-specific cable kit included in the B2A8 configuration provides the correct camera-side connection for supported models. The RS-232 loop is bidirectional, supporting both camera control commands from the codec and status feedback from the camera where applicable.

UVC compliance means the camera appears as a standard USB video device on any Windows, macOS, or Linux host without additional drivers. This kit is suited for installations where PTZ cameras using both USB video output and RS-232 control need to be placed 50–300 feet from the codec or host. Contact Creation Networks to verify camera model compatibility before ordering.

Key Features

• RS-232 Serial Control Loop — Carries bi-directional RS-232 PTZ camera control over the same CAT cable as USB video and power, eliminating a separate serial cable run.
• 300-Foot USB 2.0 Extension — Extends USB/UVC camera signal up to 300 feet over a single CAT5e or CAT6 cable.
• Integrated 5V/12V Camera Power — Delivers camera power at the camera end over the CAT run, no separate power supply required.
• Bi-Directional Audio Transport — Supports microphone or intercom audio channels between camera and head end.
• UVC Plug-and-Play — No proprietary drivers required on Windows, macOS, or Linux hosts.
• Single CAT Cable Infrastructure — All signal types consolidated into one structured cabling run.
• Commercial-Grade Construction — USA/Taiwan manufactured for commercial AV reliability.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom PTZ camera installations requiring RS-232 control and USB video over CAT cabling
• Conference room AV systems with codec-based camera control
• Corporate meeting spaces using PTZ cameras with serial control interfaces
• Multi-purpose room builds with centralized control system and remote camera positions
• Training room setups with PTZ cameras requiring both USB output and RS-232 control
• Government space AV deployments with serial-controlled PTZ cameras

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the A8 suffix mean in RCU2S-B2A8?

The A8 designation indicates this kit includes RS-232 serial control loop capability, allowing PTZ camera control commands to be carried over the same CAT cable alongside USB video, audio, and power.

Which cameras are supported by the B2A8 cable kit?

The B2A8 variant supports specific camera models. Contact Creation Networks for the current SCT compatibility matrix to confirm your camera model is supported before purchasing.

Does the RS-232 control work with any control system?

The RS-232 loop is a standard bi-directional serial interface. It is compatible with codec-native camera control (e.g., Cisco, Poly RS-232 PTZ control outputs) and third-party control systems (e.g., Crestron, AMX, QSC) that use RS-232 for camera PTZ.

Can I use this kit without using the RS-232 control loop?

Yes. The RS-232 channel is available but not required. USB video, audio, and camera power function independently if RS-232 control is not used.

What cabling is required?

A single CAT5e or CAT6 cable run up to 300 feet between the Head End and Camera End units. Standard TIA-568 structured cabling practices apply.

What warranty applies?

Contact Creation Networks for current Sound Control Technologies warranty terms for this product.