Radio Transceiver

The CrewCom Radio Transceiver (RT) serves as a point of contact for Radio Packs (RPs) on CrewNet. RTs are available in either 2.4GHz or 900MHz models, and they can be positioned throughout the coverage area to provide better, expanded coverage.

RT Connections per Operational Mode

Normal Operational Mode

For a single CU to allow the maximum 18 Normal Mode enabled Radio Packs (RPs) to communicate wirelessly (6 per RT), a minimum of 3 RTs per single CU is needed. A system can utilize up to 16 RTs, in any combination of 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz. However, a maximum of 14 900 MHz RTs are allowed on any single system (out of 16 total RTs). The CRT-900AN and CRT-900AN-IPR (Oceania) model operates within the 915–928 MHz frequency range and supports a maximum of 7 900 MHz RTs on a single system.

High Density Operational Mode

For a single CU to allow the maximum 64 High Density Mode enabled Radio Packs (RPs) to communicate wirelessly (32 per RT), a minimum of 2 RTs per single CU is needed. A system can utilize up to 16 RTs, in any combination of 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz. However, a maximum of 14 900 MHz RTs are allowed on any single system (out of 16 total RTs). The CRT-900AN and CRT-900AN-IPR (Oceania) model operates within the 915–928 MHz frequency range and supports a maximum of 7 900 MHz RTs on a single system.

Note: Connected RTs may require additional Pliant 48VDC power supplies (sold separately) if there are too many devices connected via CrewNet for the Power over CrewNet to adequately power all devices. (PPS-48V for non-IP RTs / PPS-48V-02 for IPRTs)

RT Top

RT Top Overview

Radio Transceiver Top View

RT Top Overview

IP-Rated Radio Transceiver Top View

  1. Antenna Connections: RP-TNC (Connector). If alternative antenna setup is needed, see the RT Management Tab topic for more information about how to adjust antenna diversity settings within your CrewCom Configuration File.
  2. PING LED: White LED – FLASHING when user has initiated a PING to identify the device.

RT Bottom

RT Bottom Overview

Radio Transceiver Bottom View

RT Bottom Overview

IP-Rated Radio Transceiver Bottom View

  1. ERROR LED: Indicates the device’s error status. This LED function is currently not available. (See Radio Transceiver LEDs for more information.)
  2. USB Connection: For connectivity to a PC to Update Firmware
  3. CREWNET IN Port (RJ-45 or Fiber) and Status LEDs: The RT’s CREWNET IN ports allow it to connect to any available CREWNET port on other devices or any RT LOOP port on other RTs, thus adding the RT to a proprietary network where all devices are part of a configuration that shares data, timing synchronization, and audio. Each RT has a CREWNET IN port (RJ-45 for copper or duplex LC for Single Mode Fiber) and an RT LOOP port (RJ-45, which allows RTs to be daisy-chained (looped through) together). Each port’s status LEDs indicate the status of the CrewNet link. (See Radio Transceiver LEDs for more information.)
  4. Network Power (NET PWR) LED: Indicates the presence and condition of Power-over-CrewNet (PoC), which is being provided to the unit via the CREWNET IN port. This port must be connected via copper (Cat 5e or greater) cable for the RT to receive power over CrewNet. The NET PWR LED indicates the presence and strength of the PoC. If PoC is not used, the RT can be powered locally from an optional Pliant 48VDC power supply (sold separately). (See Radio Transceiver LEDs for more information.)
  5. RT LOOP Port and Status LEDs: The RT LOOP port is used to connect multiple RTs together. This port’s status LEDs indicate the status of the CrewNet link. (See Radio Transceiver LEDs for more information.)
  6. RX LED: Green LED – Blinks when RT is receiving transmissions from Radio Packs.
  7. TX LED: Green LED – On when RT is transmitting properly.
  8. OPERATIONAL MODE LED: Multi-colored LED – Varies based on operational mode. FLASHING when user has initiated a PING to identify the device. See Radio Transceiver LEDs.
  9. 48VDC POWER Connection and LED: The locking DC Power Connector enables the RT to be powered locally with a Pliant 48VDC power supply (sold separately). (PPS-48V for metal RTs / PPS-48V-02 for IPRTs) External (local) power is required if using the CrewNet fiber port or if there isn't sufficient PoC present on the CrewNet In copper port. (See Radio Transceiver LEDs for more information.)
  • Radio Transceiver
  • USB A to Micro B cable
  • Cat 5e cable, 15 ft. (4.6 m)
  • Product Overview Guide
  • RT Flat Mounting Bracket
  • Single RT Adapter Mounting Bracket
  • Bracket Mounting Hardware
  • Omni-Directional Antenna (x2)
  • Microphone Stand Adapter
  • Warranty Registration Card

    Note: A one-year product warranty is standard with CrewCom products. Follow the product registration instructions on the Warranty Extension Registration Card and visit Pliant's Product Registration Page to extend your product warranty to two years at no charge. See Warranty Information.

Additional Items Required

In addition to your Radio Transceiver, at least one of each of the devices listed below is required to complete your CrewCom System (sold separately with included components):

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