HDL 28-A: System
HDL 28-A: System
HDL 28-A: System
The concept behind our unique speaker design are derived from the The new generation DSP handles all the processing within the cabinet
touring industry, bringing in a versatile format all the experience of and allows control of soft clipping limiters, RMS limits, amplitude and
RCF professional sound engineers. The vocals are natural, the sound phase equalization. From the encoder on the input panel it is easy
is clear at longer distances, and the SPL power is stable at very high to adjust gain, low pass and high pass crossovers, delay, phase and
levels. Perfect products for live sound reinforcement and reliable in cardioid equalization. Using the integrated RDNet remote control you
various sound applications. can monitor and adjust all settings.
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New perspective on linearity
FiRPHASE
RCF speakers are designed using a proprietary and advanced FiR filtering technology, conceived to
deliver transparent sound, absolute clarity and perfect stereo images to the listener.
The special FiRPHASE filters allow for coherent distribution of sound for all listeners without phase
distortions, ensuring minimum latencies in the system.
PHASE MATTERS
The design of the FIR filter for this specific purpose should start from an accurate measurement of the loudspeaker phase.
FiRPHASE algorithm use this measurement and adapt the loudspeaker’s phase without touching the amplitude equalization.
The advanced technique used by FiRPHASE is a recursive method (least squares method) combined with a proprietary algorithm that calculates the
best FIR filter coefficients according to amplitude and phase constrains.
The algorithm corrects phase and amplitude (if necessary) by identifying the weak points of both the transducers and cabinet of the loudspeaker.
This technique allows a deep control of phase at mid-low frequency with relatively small filters, while also achieving a higher resolution than that
one as theory suggests.
AMPLITUDE EQ
FREQUENCY RANGE
RCF designs all the transducers to deliver a definite and clear sound, The cabinets are made with the highest quality materials. From
where the loudspeaker is able to reproduce a sound as close to the wood, plastics and metal parts to the final texture, RCF offers the
original as possible, while combining the absence of distortion. RCF maximum reliability and strength for the intensive use on the road in
develops advanced transducer technology including the application of every product. The integrated mechanics allow the system engineer to
high-tech materials and built to withstand high power levels over a create any configuration easily and safely.
long period of time.
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NETWORKED CONTROL
AND MUCH MORE
RDNet is a robust management network and control platform for small, medium and large arena-sized sound systems, as well as complex
and extended installations. Based on proprietary network protocol, RDNet provides intuitive control and monitoring of every connected
device/object in the RCF audio system. Each device has DSP to address specific presets or modifications of parameters to single or to
groups of objects. A network user can change level, delay, EQ (linear phase FiR as well) and other settings, including advanced subwoofer
configurations. RDNet is not only designed for loudspeakers—you can control parameters and routing of multiple RCF devices, such as
digital matrixes or amplifiers.
RDNet software is available for free for registered users on The straight-forward Shape Designer prediction software enables
RCF’s website Download Section. two-dimensional acoustic simulation of the array configuration and
suggests simple and corrective subwoofer combinations. The system
curvature angles and sound projection data are computed with
maximum sound pressure levels for the given design. The software
provides system curvature and weight, system rigging point, and
cabinet angles.
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MONITOR AND MANAGE
The RDNet Scan function sequentially scans all audio devices, recognizes,
and assigns digital address labels, and adds devices as objects in the main
window. Real-time monitoring features a multitude of parameters such
as fan speed, temperature, the inclination of a single speaker, VU Meters,
peak levels and more. The operator has complete control of time delay and
equalization of every speaker, individually or grouped.
ADVANCED EQUALIZERS
RDNet takes direct control on the internal EQ and High-Pass filter on each
cabinet. There are many EQ types to choose from: PEQ, Shelving (hi-low),
Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley, Elliptic and Bessel. EQ can be managed in two
different modes for fast editing on touchscreens. Every Zone has three
different fixed equalizers with gain control. Each Array Group has global
control of the FiRPHASE Gain for parallel increment/decrement of the Zone
FIRs.
SET-UP ASSISTANT
The system designer chooses the best way to configure the system: offline
for the remote designer, or online for selecting Soundcheck or Concert
modes, for safer system control during the show. The Bass Shaper fine-tunes
the desired timbre on low frequencies. With three slides and a few steps, it’s
easy to correct low-end behavior, while maintaining tonal balance across the
entire system.
The System Engineer has complete control of time delay and equalization Guided subwoofer configurations help the engineer to set up
of every speaker, individually or grouped. Each device, with its built-in subwoofer Cardioids, Arcs or EndFire configurations in one pass, while
communication board and DSP, is an active part of the system, able to the Bass Shaper fine-tunes the desired timbre on low frequencies. With
store presets, receive commands and continuously send status information. three slides and a few steps, it’s easy to correct low-end behavior,
Comprehensive monitoring is standard in RDNet: VU metering, clip indicator, while maintaining tonal balance across the entire system.
limiter intervention, device inclination, communication issues — down to the
status of a single component or a transducer—and much more.
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28 HDL 28-A
ACTIVE TWO-WAY LINE ARRAY MODULE
ADVANTAGES
- High Power - RDNet remote control and monitoring
- Low Weight - Emphasis on vocal intelligibility
- Symmetrical acoustic design - Easy to stack and fly
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“ superior “
vocal clarity
/ HIGH FREQUENCIES
- High-performance RCF ND840
- 3.0-inch diaphragm titanium compression Driver
- 1.4-inch exit throat
- 750 Hz Crossover Point
/ LOW FREQUENCIES
- 2 X 2.5” voice coil neodymium 8” Woofers
- Linear low frequencies handling down to 65 Hz
- Water resistant fiber doped cone
- Polycotton M-roll surround
- Vented magnetic structure
The custom 4 PATH-designed waveguide allows precise coverage of 100 x 15 degrees, while also delivering
an excellent, linear high-frequency response. The unique shape of the four ducts forming the guide creates an
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ideal isophasic load from 750 Hz to the highest audible frequencies.
RDNET
ON BOARD
/ FLYING ATTITUDE
The advanced rigging concept derives directly from its big brothers: the RCF HDL 30-A and HDL 50-A. The integrated mechanics
are both fast and reconfigurable, allowing the system engineer to create J-shapes and spiral arrays. The hardware is designed
for easy and fast setup. The angle can be adjusted on the ground before the system is hung and slipped automatically into the
correct position as the array is pulled up. Up to 20 HDL 28-A modules can be fastened on a single flybar.
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36 HDL 36-AS
ACTIVE FLYABLE SUBWOOFER MODULE
RDNET
ON BOARD
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INSIDE VIEW
/ PRECISION TRANSDUCERS
Our latest developments have resulted in designing state‑of‑the‑art
neodymium magnetic circuits, radically new voice coil ventilation
systems and ground breaking direct drive voice coil assemblies.
/ LEGENDARY WOOFERS
RCF subwoofers are the first choice of many sound engineers, due to
the very high SPL levels at very low frequencies, smaller dimensions
compared to the competitors, self-powered design, RDNet remote
control, cardioid configuration options and impressive size/weight
to SPL output ratio. Your audience will enjoy an engaging immersive
experience.
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S SUBWOOFERS
SUB 9006-AS
ACTIVE HIGH POWER SUBWOOFER
The SUB 9006-AS has been designed to render effortless low frequency
transients with a very fast response. As a self-powered system, the
transducers, amplification and DSP control electronics of the SUB 9006-
AS are designed to optimize performance and maximize power. The SUB
9006-AS’s low tuned cabinet houses two RCF Precision new back-vented
CUSTOM HIGH POWER NEODYMIUM WOOFERS
The new custom designed 18” transducers join the ultimate power
performance to an incredible light weight. RCF manufacture these
components to deliver the cleanest, punchiest and undistorted low
frequencies reproduction. In order to dissipate the heat generated by
long-excursion high-power 18” inch cone drivers, providing a fast and the powerful 4.0” voice coil, RCF engineers have developed a unique
controlled reproduction of the bass frequency range. It features a four-layer ventilation system that offers the best thermal dissipation and the
4” inside/outside voice coil to minimize power compression and extend the lowest power compression.
life of this product.
RDNET
ON BOARD
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SUB 9004-AS
ACTIVE HIGH POWER SUBWOOFER
INSIDE VIEW
The SUB 9004-AS is a single 18” high power active subwoofer. It employs a
state-of-the-art transducer featuring a hypervented high power neodymium / PLYWOOD CABINET
magnetic circuit with 4” voice coil. The extremely high‑power amplifier is a
The cabinet is made of high-
new design that delivers extended low frequency performance. Ruggedly-
quality birch plywood. Every layer
designed, is perfect for AV rental companies.
is glued with a special water
resistant adhesive that makes the
cabinet weatherproof. The subs
are stackable and light-weight,
for easy set-up and tear down. A
pole receptacle on top and side
allows the woofer to be deployed in
various configurations.
STACKING HDL 28-A HDL 28-A
HDL 28-A can be vertically stacked
on top of the SUB 9004-AS. / HYPERVENTED HIGH‑POWER
NEODYMIUM WOOFER
The new custom-designed 18” transducer combines power and
performance with an incredibly light weight enclosure. In order to dissipate
the heat generated by the powerful 4.0” voice coil, RCF engineers have
developed a unique ventilation system that offers the best thermal
dissipation and the lowest power compression.
RDNET
ON BOARD
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C CONTROL
CONTROL 8
8 OUTPUT Ethernet/USB MASTER UNIT
The RDNet Control 8 is a real-time monitor and control system able
to manage up to 256 devices linked 32 per bus on 8 buses. All data is
collected from the slaves are delivered to the sound engineer by USB in a
local installation or by Ethernet from remote locations. The interface can
be directly connected to the DSP on board of HDL products through the
CONTROL 2
2 OUTPUT USB MASTER UNIT
The RDNet Control 2 is a hardware interface that connects RCF RDNet
compatible devices to a Personal Computer (PC) via a USB connection. The
RDNet system was developed to create a data network for monitoring and
command of more systems. The RDNet Control 2 unit can manage up to
2 subnets. Up to 32 devices can be connected to each subnet (2 subnets
exclusive RDNet protocol to address single cabinets or groups, specific x 32 = total 64 devices). By addressing the various devices is handled
presets or modification parameters in real-time. RDNet software supports automatically by RDNet Control 2 interface, each device is assigned a
up to 20 CONTROL 8, all simultaneously linked to a computer via Ethernet, unique address during the power on procedure of network.
to get up to 160 RDNet ports (up to 5120 devices).
/ TOPOLOGY FLEXIBILITY
The RDNet Control 8 unit can manage up to 8
subnets. Up to 32 audio devices can be connected
to each subnet (8 subnets x 32 = total 256 audio
devices).
p.n. 171.70.154
p.n. 171.70.163 (USB POWERED)
RDNet control and monitoring in a single device by RDNet control and monitoring in a single device by
Ethernet or USB USB communication
Up to 8 subnet of up to 32 slaves devices Up to 2 subnet of up to 32 slaves devices
Automatic network configuration and registration Automatic network configuration and registration
Slave devices status and functions real time control Slave devices status and functions real time control
Monitoring and display of faults and warnings Monitoring and display of faults and warnings sent
from slave devices
User configurations storage and recall
User configurations storage and recall
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“ connect and manage “
CR 16-ND PR 63
CONTROL RACK POWER RACK
The CR 16-ND is a 10 Unit flight case designed to control RCF Professional The Power Rack PR 63 features the PD 63 A-419 power distribution with
speaker systems. The CR 16-ND includes one Control 8 that manages the a 63 A Cekon power input with 5m fixed cable. The three-phase power
RDNet connection up to 256 devices, one DX 1616 matrix processor that is distributed in a 32 A Cekon output, 4 x LKS19 output, 6 x Powercon
takes care of audio signals routing and processing and one CP 16 control output, 1 Powercon auxiliary output to power the CR 16-ND Control Rack.
panel to bring audio and control signals to 4 x LK 25 multipin outputs. Each All outputs are equipped with individual RCBOs (Residual Current-
LK 25 has four audio channels, two RDNet channels and two spare sends. operated Circuit-Breaker with Overcurrent protection) for maximum
Each signal is doubled to XLR redundant outputs. reliability. In case of damage, only the faulty output is missed while the
rest of the system continues to function.
10 RU flight case on shock mounts 63 Ampere Cekon power input with 5 m cable
DX 1616 matrix audio processor 32 Cekon outputs
Control 8 master unit 4 x LKS 19 outputs
CP16 control panel 6 x Powercon outputs + 1 Powercon auxiliary output
16 analog audio inputs, 16 analog audio outputs 24 x individual power line RCBOs
8 AES/EBU inputs - 8 AES/EBU outputs 32 Ampere and Auxiliary individual front RCBOs
Dante input Tour Grade flight case construction
4 x LK 25 multicore audio/RDNet outputs
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S SYSTEM
POWER DISTRIBUTION RD NET
EQUIPMENT - 6 + 6 / 6 SUB
SYSTEM RAIN PROTECTIONS
130.00.579 HDL 28-A 12 133.60.362 RP 1X SUB 9006 6
130.00.494 SUB 9006-AS 6 133.60.388 RP 1X HDL 30 12
SUSPENSION SYSTEM CONTROL - CABLING
133.60.411 FL-B HDL 28 2 171.70.163 RDNET CONTROL 2 1
TRANSPORTATION 123.99.016 CBL ETHERCON 0.7M 10
133.60.412 KRT-WH 4X HDL 28 3 123.99.035 CBL ETHERCON 3M 5
133.60.361 KRT-WH SUB 9006 6 123.99.029 POWERCON LINK 5 M 3
133.60.422 CVR 4X HDL 28 3 123.99.031 POWERCON LINK 0.6 M 10
133.60.363 CVR SUB 9006 6
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M SYSTEM
POWER DISTRIBUTION RD NET
EQUIPMENT - 8 + 8 / 8 SUB
SYSTEM RAIN PROTECTIONS
130.00.579 HDL 28-A 16 133.60.362 RP 1X SUB 9006 8
130.00.494 SUB 9006-AS 8 133.60.388 RP 1X HDL 30 16
SUSPENSION SYSTEM CONTROL - CABLING
133.60.411 FL-B HDL 28 2 171.70.154 RDNET CONTROL 8 1
TRANSPORTATION 123.99.016 CBL ETHERCON 0.7M 14
133.60.412 KRT-WH 4X HDL 28 4 123.99.035 CBL ETHERCON 3M 7
133.60.361 KRT-WH SUB 9006 8 123.99.029 POWERCON LINK 5 M 4
133.60.422 CVR 4X HDL 28 4 123.99.031 POWERCON LINK 0.6 M 12
133.60.363 CVR SUB 9006 8
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L SYSTEM
POWER DISTRIBUTION RD NET
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FLOWN SYSTEM
POWER DISTRIBUTION RD NET
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ACCESSORIES
RIGGING COVERS
p.n. 13360411 FL-B HDL 28 p.n. 13360434 CVR 3X HDL 36
Flybar for HDL 28-A or HDL 36-AS + 1x Pickup Tab with Shackle + Stacking Bar Cover for 3 pieces of HDL 36-AS on cart
+ Mounting Bracket for inclinometer. Pins included. p.n. 13360422 CVR 4X HDL 28
p.n. 13360432 FL-B HDL 28 W Cover for 4 pieces of HDL 28-A on cart
Flybar (white) for HDL 28-A W or HDL 36-AS + 1x Pickup Tab with Shackle + p.n. 13360363 CVR SUB 9006
Stacking Bar + Mounting Bracket for inclinometer. Pins included. Cover for 1 SUB 9006-AS
p.n. 13360397 CVR SUB 9004
STACKING Cover for 1 SUB 9004-AS
p.n. 13360109 AC PRO-FS
Professional loudspeaker floor stand
RAIN PROTECTIONS
p.n. 13360111 AC PRO-LF
p.n. 13360362 RP 1X SUB 9006
Professional adapter sleeve for loudspeaker floor stand
Rain cover to protect SUB 9006-AS input board
p.n. 13360110 AC PRO-PM
p.n. 13360388 RP 1X HDL 30
Adjustable pole accessory for satellite loudspeaker on a subwoofer
Set of 2x rain covers to protect HDL 30-A and HDL 28-A input boards
p.n. 13360067 PM-KIT M20
Adjustable pole for subwoofer
p.n. 13360068 AC PMA TT CONTROL AND AUDIO CABLES
Adjustable speaker pole M20 p.n. 12399021 CBL LKS 19 ARRAY FANOUT
p.n. 13360034 AC PMA 25 pin to 8X XLR, cable 1.0 meters, fanout 1.0 meters
Adjustable speaker pole p.n. 12399022 CBL LK 25 MULTIPIN 20M
p.n. 13360035 AC S260 25 pin male female cable 20 meters
Steel floor speaker stand (max load 60 kg) p.n. 12399023 CBL LK 25 MULTIPIN 10M
p.n. 13360031 AC EB 4X 25 pin male female cable 10 meters
kit including 4 pcs M10 eye bolts p.n. 12399016 CBL ETHERCON 0.7M
Ethercon cable 0.7 meters. Compatible with RDNET
QUICK LOCKS PINS (4X) p.n. 12399017 CBL ETHERCON 1.5M
HEADQUARTERS:
RCF UK
Int. +44 (0) 1702 800846
e-mail: info@rcfaudio.co.uk
RCF France
tel. +33 6 24 15 81 76
e-mail: france@rcf.it
RCF Germany
tel. +49 2203 925370
e-mail: germany@rcf.it
RCF Spain
tel. +34 91 817 42 66
e-mail: info@rcfaudio.es
RCF Benelux
tel. +49 (0) 2203 9253724
e-mail: benelux@rcf.it