The
PB28 is a universal modular patching system that allows the user to configure custom patch panels.
The versatile
PB28 system is the perfect addition to any
audio facility. Industry standard configurations make the
PB28 modules easy to install in any context from concert touring
stage racks to post production and studio patch bays. Bring Cat-5 connections to a central location, make touring
racks easier to patch together, or configure
stage boxes for a
digital snake with ease.
Each blank
PB28 Patch Panel accepts two eight-
channel modules in any order.
Audio and data connectors are available in a variety of configurations. Modules are available in groups of eight channels and can be installed in any order. Modules that feature DB25 connectors adhere to industry-standard pinout wiring conventions.
PB28 Patch PanelThe basis of the
PB28 system is the
PB28 Patch Panel, a blank, 1U-high unit that accepts up to two
PB28 Series modules. Patch panels can be user-installed using only a screwdriver. Two modules can be installed per
PB28 Patch Panel.
PB28 ModulesAny combination of
PB28 Series modules can be installed in the
PB28 Patch Panel.
28-XF-DBThe
28-XF-DB is fitted with a rear-panel DB25 multipin connector, using the industry-standard
analog audio wiring pinout, and eight female
XLR connectors on the front panel.
28-XM-DBThe eight-
channel 28-XM-DB module is fitted with a rear-panel DB25 multipin connector, using the industry-standard
audio wiring pinout, and eight male
XLR connectors on the front panel.
28-AES-DBThe
28-AES-DB is fitted with four male
XLR and four female
XLR connectors on the front panel and two rear-panel DB25 multipin connectors for
AES3 digital audio data. Both Yamaha and Digidesign/Tascam
digital pinouts are provided. Up to two
28-XF-DB modules can be installed per
PB28 Patch Panel.
28-EC-ECThe
28-EC-EC is an eight-
channel EtherCon RJ45 module featuring Neutrik EtherCon connectors on both sides. It allows Cat-5 network connections from
multiple devices to be brought to a convenient central location in any
patch bay.
The EtherCon connectors accept standard Cat-5 network RJ45 connectors as well as those fitted with the XLR-style EtherCon
jack. The 28-EC can be used with Aviom A-Net products (Pro16 or Pro64) or with any Cat-5 based data.
28-XF-XMThe
28-XF-XM module is outfitted with eight female
XLR connectors on the front and eight male
XLR connectors on the rear.
28-XM-XFThe 28-XM-XF module is outfitted with eight male
XLR connectors on the front and eight female
XLR connectors on the rear.
Be sure to use the correct DB25 cable;
analog and
digital pinouts are not interchangeable.