{"product_id":"rdl-ds-bt1a","title":"RDL DS-BT1A – Wall-Mount Bluetooth Format-A Interface, Stainless Steel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the RDL DS-BT1A?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RDL DS-BT1A is a wall-mounted Bluetooth audio input in a stainless steel Decora-style face that sends audio from phones, tablets and laptops into an installed sound system. It transmits over standard CATx cable to any RDL Format-A twisted pair receiver, which also powers the module. Single-button pairing with LED status keeps operation simple for presenters and guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/rdlnet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ds-bt1a-1.jpg\" alt=\"RDL DS-BT1A Wall-Mount Bluetooth Format-A Interface, Stainless Steel\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with a Bluetooth-enabled device, the DS-BT1A receives stereo audio and sends it over two Format-A pairs to an RDL Format-A receiver. A rear-panel stereo\/mono switch lets the installer send summed mono audio over one selected pair (A, B or C) instead. In mono mode, up to three DS-BT1A modules can be daisy-chained to a single three-pair Format-A receiver, giving several wall locations their own Bluetooth input. In stereo mode, an additional Format-A source set to Pair A can share the same receiver. Connections between modules and the receiver use standard CATx cable with RJ45 connectors, and signal and power pairs pass through the RJ45 jacks. The module draws 24 Vdc at 100 mA from the Format-A receiver, so no power supply is needed at the wall. The installer can customize the module ID name and programming password over the Bluetooth connection using a smartphone, computer or tablet terminal program. RDL recommends the TX-TPR2A stereo Format-A receiver, and at least one compatible Format-A receiver with its recommended power supply is required to complete a system. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-cp-1s\"\u003eCP-1S stainless steel cover plate\u003c\/a\u003e completes the wall installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-button Bluetooth pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e — One button with LED status indication makes pairing straightforward for users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRDL Format-A output\u003c\/strong\u003e — Audio travels over standard CATx cable to any RDL Format-A receiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStereo or mono mode\u003c\/strong\u003e — A rear-panel switch selects stereo or summed mono, with switch-selectable pair assignment in mono.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaisy-chain capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Up to three modules can share one three-pair Format-A receiver in mono mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemotely powered\u003c\/strong\u003e — The module is powered through the twisted pair cable from the Format-A receiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable ID and password\u003c\/strong\u003e — The module name and programming password are set through the Bluetooth connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is it typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConference room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuddle room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial meeting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:300px;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:44%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:56%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eRDL Format-A (RJ45)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat-A input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eRJ45 LOOP IN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat-A signal pair used\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eA, B or C (summed mono, rear switch); B and C (stereo, pair A pass-through)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio operating level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e-20 dBFS = +4 dBu (balanced), nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e24 Vdc @ 100 mA (through RJ45)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e1.73 x 4.11 x 1.62 in (4.39 x 10.44 x 4.11 cm) W x H x D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003e0.45 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else do I need to use the DS-BT1A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt least one compatible RDL Format-A receiver and its recommended power supply. RDL recommends the TX-TPR2A stereo Format-A receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DS-BT1A need its own power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is powered at 24 Vdc through the twisted pair cable from the Format-A receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install more than one Bluetooth input in a room?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. In mono mode, up to three DS-BT1A modules can be daisy-chained to one three-pair Format-A receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs special software required for setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The module name and programming password can be changed over Bluetooth using a smartphone, computer or tablet terminal program.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable connects the module to the receiver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard CATx cable with RJ45 connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty applies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by a 7-year RDL warranty. 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