Overview

Multi-channel digital relay unit with 4 relays

The ARU204 is specially designed with flexibility and functionality in mind. Various ways of switching the 4 relays are provided, these include the integrated web interface, optional paging consoles and analogue contact triggering making the ARU204 AUDAC’s smartest and most innovative relay modules.

With this ingenious device, switching between audio sources, signal routing, and even customized automation setups are obtainable. The bipolar relays allow switching of balanced mono signals as well as unbalanced stereo signals. Normal open and normal closed contacts are provided as well. A wide variation of signals can be switched, ranging from line-level audio signals to amplified loudspeakers signals (Low impedance or 100V) and voltage distribution (low voltage up to 240 V AC mains voltage distribution).

Possibility for triggering relays through dry contact inputs, which can be used for triggering relays through external devices or actuators. Dry contacts priority over the digital functions/triggers. Typical applications are activations by external buttons, switches or alarm contacts.

Thanks to its modular nature, the ARU204 is perfectly suitable for small home or retail applications as well as big installations. Integration of numerous ARU20x units in one system is possible due to the RS485 which allows daisy-chaining of multiple units. The ARU208 features an RS485 in and output connector, allowing even more convenient connections. The TCP/IP control possibilities allow integration of the ARU20x’s in any ethernet network. The integrated web-browser running an HTML5 interface allows the most flexible and complete operation while the freely available command set allows integration with any TCP/IP based control or automation system.

The front of the black ABS housing provides a brief overview of its connection possibilities, while the back is equipped with a spring mount mechanism allowing easy mounting on widely available standard DIN rails. This way it’s possible to easily integrate it in any electrical cabinet where it can be powered using the optional PSD24x power supply.

Product Details

  • Digital relay unit with 4 or 8 relays
  • Compatible with AUDAC Touch™ 2
  • Remote control web interface (HTML5)
  • DIN rail mounting enclosure
  • RS485 & TCP/IP controllable
  • Pre-programmed timed relay triggering
  • Terminal block connection (In- and output)
  • Double pole relays with Normal Open (NO) and Normal Closed (NC) contacts
Number of relays
4 (ARU204), 8 (ARU208)
Contacts
Normal open & normal closed
Control
Digital communication bus (RS-485), Manual (contact) relay activation, TCP/IP, Audac Touch™
Control connectors
1x RJ45 (Ethernet), 1 x RJ45 (RS-485 + Audio)
Max. cable length
300 m, UTP CAT5E
Connection standard
TIA/EIA T568B
Relay Type
Two pole type
Inputs
4x 3-pin (ARU204), 8 x 3-pin (ARU208) screw terminal for A & B input
Outputs
4x 2-pin (ARU204), 8 x 2-pin (ARU208) screw terminal
Power Consumption
6 W (max.) (ARU204), 12 W (max.) (ARU208)
Power Supply
24 V DC
Dimensions
107 x 87.5 x 54 mm (W x H x D) (ARU204), 159 x 87.5 x 54 mm (W x H x D) (ARU208)
Weight
0.2 kg (ARU204), 0.4 kg (ARU208)
Data protocol
RS-485
Construction
ABS

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ARJ03P
RJ45 Junction box
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ARJ03P
The ARJ03P is an RJ45 splitter / junction box which can be used for connecting and splitting any twisted pair based databus which is connected using RJ45 connectors. A typical application example is the expansion of communication and audio transferring busses whereby multiple input and/or output devices are connected to one single peripheral port on a matrix system. Another typical example is the application of an external power supply to a communication bus, for powering the remote in- or output module when the transferred supply voltage has become insufficient due to the long cable lengths. It consists of three RJ45 connectors which are a ‘BUS IN’ and ‘BUS OUT’ connector for making the incoming and outgoing connections while the third connector allows the connection for the remote in- or output module. Two termination jumpers are provided whereby the communication (Pin4 & Pin5) and audio (Pin7 & Pin8) pairs can be terminated at their characteristic impedance (120 Ohm), to ensure a clear communication without reflections. A terminal block connector is provided whereby an external power supply (+24 V DC) can be connected to the bus. The +24 V DC is available on RJ45 Pin3 (+) and Pin6 (GND). The unbreakable plastic housing allows easy mounting on Mini DIN rails.

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CP45ARP/B
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CP43ARJ
The CP4xARx allows you to attach one APM paging console on the front, while the phoenix connector on the back lets you route the signal to a next paging console or junction box. It can offer 24V power to the APM console and is also equipped with 2 jumpers to terminate the audio -or databus. CP4xARx is available in two sizes: 43 x 43 mm and 45 x 45 mm and compatible with AUDAC, Niko, Legrand, Biticino and other standard Mounting frames and cover plates.

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