Link Electronics 8x8 Single-Bus X-Y AFV Control Panel with Audio/Video Breakaway Buttons, 1RU

It is the 8x8 Single-Bus X-Y AFV Control Panel with Audio/Video Breakaway Buttons, a versatile and efficient device that can function as either a local or remote control panel. This advanced control panel is compatible with the optional cradle assembly, model CR100, which features a built-in 115V/230V input power supply and an Ethernet interface for seamless connectivity.

The single-bus panel is designed with a DIP switch located in the remote panel cradle, allowing users to select the output controlled by that specific panel. This control panel is designed for easy installation and operates on a coax-based 10Base2 Ethernet network, capable of supporting up to 32 panels and a total cable length of 300 feet.

For larger networks or longer distances, the 8x8 Single-Bus X-Y AFV Control Panel can be integrated with standard Ethernet LAN 'Hub' units, expanding the panel network to accommodate up to 256 panels.

The operation of this control panel as an X-Y panel is straightforward and user-friendly. Users first select the desired destination (output), after which the source (input) buttons tally and are used to choose the preferred input to that destination. The panel also features a lock indicator, with the output lamp flashing when a locked output is selected.

The CP818A and CP818B panels, as illustrated, utilize a common set of switches for both audio and video (AFV). The CP818A is compatible with either the XL818A or XL818C routers, while the CP818B, which includes the Video and Audio breakaway pushbuttons, is primarily designed for use with the XL818C.

In summary, the 8x8 Single-Bus X-Y AFV Control Panel with Audio/Video Breakaway Buttons is a robust and flexible solution for managing your audio and video routing needs.