{"product_id":"rdl-sas-8i","title":"RDL SAS-8I – SourceFlex Eight-Source Audio Input Chassis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the RDL SAS-8I?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RDL SAS-8I is an audio input chassis for the RDL SourceFlex distributed audio system that accepts eight balanced or unbalanced audio sources. It provides a separate paging input with closure contacts, is programmable for the number of sources used and supports SAS-8C or SAS-82 SourceFlex controllers. It also controls four SourceFlex listening stations with per-station level limits and fused power, making it the input hub of a SourceFlex audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/rdlnet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/sas-8i.jpg\" alt=\"RDL SAS-8I SourceFlex audio input chassis\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SAS-8I brings up to eight balanced or unbalanced line sources into a SourceFlex system, and it is programmed for the maximum number of sources in use. A separate paging input with closure contacts allows announcements to reach the listening stations. A 24-pin ribbon-cable bus drives additional SAS-82 or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-sas-8c\"\u003eRDL SAS-8C\u003c\/a\u003e controllers so the system can grow station by station. Listening stations connect on 6-position detachable terminal blocks, with an LED on each remote output showing that voltage is present. Output gain is trimpot-adjustable across a 40 dB range to set the maximum listening level at each station, and an auto-resetting fuse protects each station's power feed. Stations such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-d-sfrc8\"\u003eRDL D-SFRC8 room control station\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-sas-hc8\"\u003eSAS-HC8 headphone control station\u003c\/a\u003e complete the system. The SAS-8I runs on ground-referenced 24 Vdc at 2 A; RDL recommends the PS-24KS (USA) or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-ps-24kx\"\u003eRDL PS-24KX\u003c\/a\u003e (international) supply, not included. RDL lists the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-rk-2u\"\u003eRK-2U 2 RU utility rack chassis\u003c\/a\u003e as a mounting accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight audio sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — Accepts eight balanced or unbalanced line-level sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaging input\u003c\/strong\u003e — A separate paging input with closure contacts handles announcements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable source count\u003c\/strong\u003e — Set for the maximum number of sources used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eController bus\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ribbon-cable bus drives SAS-8C or SAS-82 SourceFlex controllers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in station control\u003c\/strong\u003e — Controls four SourceFlex listening stations directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer-station level limit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Trimpot-set maximum listening level for each station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFused station power\u003c\/strong\u003e — Auto-resetting fuses protect each station power feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is it typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch\"\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;border-color:#ddd;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 valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS-8I (SourceFlex series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput, bus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-pin ribbon cable header loop-through output to drive additional SAS-82 or SAS-8C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput, bus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-pin ribbon cable header driven from SAS-8i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#f5f5f5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Outputs (8): 6-position detachable terminal blocks (connection to remote Listening Station)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Output Gain Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 dB (trimpot adjustable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicators (8)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED - output voltage present at Remote Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 Vdc @ 2 A, Ground-referenced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmbient Operating Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C)\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 does the SAS-8I do in a SourceFlex system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the audio input chassis: it accepts up to eight sources and a paging input, and drives SAS-8C or SAS-82 controllers over a ribbon-cable bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many listening stations does it control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eRDL states it controls four SourceFlex listening stations. Add SAS-8C controllers for more stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I limit station volume?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Output gain is trimpot-adjustable across 40 dB to set each station's maximum level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a power supply included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It requires 24 Vdc at 2 A. RDL recommends the PS-24KS (USA) or PS-24KX (international).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sources can I connect?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to eight balanced or unbalanced line-level sources, plus a separate paging input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does it carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by a 7-year RDL warranty. For warranty claims, RMAs or support, contact Creation Networks at (888) 230-3661 or sales@creationnetworks.net.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Creation Networks help design the system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Our team specifies, programs and installs distributed audio systems for commercial projects nationwide. Call (888) 230-3661 for a quote or design review.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"RDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68025793446124,"sku":"SAS-8I","price":1123.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/sas-8i.jpg?v=1793583897","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-sas-8i","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}