RTI Audio 8 Sources / 10 Zones Audio Distribution DSP Matrix Amplifier

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The RTI AD-810-100 is an 8×10 DSP matrix amplifier for distributing eight stereo audio sources to ten zones. Eight stereo zones provide 16 amplified channels, while two additional zones offer four preamp channels configurable as two stereo or four mono outputs. Its Class D amplifier, flexible signal routing, multiple control interfaces, and support for combining as many as eight units make it a capable foundation for expandable distributed-audio systems.

Ideal Use Cases

This model is suited to installations that need centralized control of multiple audio sources across independently served zones. Eight stereo RCA sources accommodate analog components, while four coaxial and four optical inputs mirror analog inputs one through four for compatible PCM digital sources. The two preamp zones can feed external power amplifiers when an installation requires separate amplification. Systems that need more than ten zones can combine up to eight AD-810-100 units to support as many as 80 zones.

Why Choose This Model

The AD-810-100 combines matrix routing, DSP functionality, amplification, preamp outputs, and control connectivity in a single rack-mountable or free-standing component. Its eight amplified stereo zones deliver 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms with all channels driven. At 4 ohms, output is rated at 100 watts per channel with two channels driven or 75 watts per channel with all channels driven. For higher-output configurations, bridged operation at 8 ohms provides 200 watts per channel with two channels driven or 150 watts per channel with all channels driven.

Installation and Integration

Control options include IP through an RJ45 connection, RS-232 through RJ45, and IR through a 3.5 mm mono connection, supporting integration with RTI or third-party control systems. Eight analog and two digital loop outputs provide additional signal-routing flexibility. The front panel includes an on/off switch with an LED power indicator. The chassis measures 17.2 x 16.4 x 3.5 inches and weighs 23.77 pounds, allowing rack-mounted or free-standing placement. Power compatibility covers 100-120V and 220-240V AC at 50/60Hz, with an 800-watt rating. The specified operating range is 0 to 50 degrees Celsius with 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity.

Performance Highlights

Both optical and coaxial digital inputs accept PCM audio at sample rates up to 192kHz/24-bit, while the listed system sampling frequency is 48kHz. Frequency response is specified from 20Hz to 20kHz within plus or minus 2dB at both 4-ohm and 8-ohm loads. Dynamic range exceeds 95dB A-weighted. Signal-to-noise performance is rated above 95dB A-weighted from input to amplifier output at rated power and above 100dB A-weighted from input to the preamp output. Analog inputs accept up to 2 Vrms, and the volume-controlled analog outputs provide up to 2 Vrms. The available volume range extends from 0 to 100, corresponding to -80dB through 0dB.

What Makes It Different

The defining advantage of the AD-810-100 is the way it combines amplified and preamp zones with extensive source connectivity. Sixteen amplified channels address eight stereo zones directly, while four preamp channels support either two stereo zones or four mono zones. Analog RCA connectivity is complemented by mirrored coaxial and optical digital inputs, and loop outputs help carry selected signals into a broader system. Expansion to 80 zones provides a defined path for installations that may grow beyond the capacity of one unit.

Final Assessment

The RTI AD-810-100 brings eight-source routing, ten-zone distribution, DSP processing, Class D amplification, and three control methods into one component. Its combination of amplified outputs, configurable preamp zones, PCM digital input support, bridged-power options, and multi-unit expansion addresses both immediate system requirements and larger zone counts. A three-year parts-and-labor warranty completes the package.

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