The RAD16z covers applications possible with the original RAD16 with significant improvements qualifying it for even more applications, while still having the same plenum rating as RAD16. Most notably, it covers applications where galvanic isolation, logic I/O and universal Mic/Line/Line-Plus inputs are needed.
The RAD16z form factor is a rugged metal box with flexible mounting options. All I/O is via Euro style connectors. Available inputs are two universal Mic/Line/Line-Plus inputs, each of which can be one of the following (selectable from within Halogen): one dynamic mic, one condenser mic with 48 V phantom power, two consumer unbalanced L & R monoed, or one balanced line-level. The RAD16z also offers two balanced line-level outputs.
The addition of Logic I/O allows a RAD16z to support operations like push-to-talk microphones, preset recall, lighting and projector screen control. The RAD Port of the device features 500-volt galvanic isolation, a useful characteristic when bridging between locations with divergent technical grounds, eliminating any need for individual isolation transforms on audio inputs and outputs.