About the Analog Way RK‑350 Remote Control Keypad
The Analog Way RK‑350 is a wall-mountable remote control keypad designed to provide simplified, localized user control over compatible Analog Way video scalers, switchers, and seamless switchers. It is intended for use in meeting rooms, classrooms, and presentation environments where non-technical users need a straightforward interface to manage basic AV functions without accessing the main processor's complex menu system. The keypad typically features dedicated, backlit buttons for common commands such as power on/off, source selection, and volume control, offering an intuitive and immediate user experience.
Communication between the RK‑350 and the main AV processor is achieved via a standard Cat5e/6 network cable using Analog Way's proprietary protocol over an Ethernet connection. This allows for easy installation and remote placement of the keypad up to significant distances from the processor. The unit is designed for clean integration into architectural environments, featuring a sleek, low-profile design that can be surface-mounted or installed into a standard U.S. electrical wall box with an optional adapter plate. Its button layout is often customizable through the processor's configuration software, allowing integrators to label or enable only the functions relevant to the specific installation.
The keypad is powered directly over the same Ethernet cable (Power over Ethernet or via separate DC input), eliminating the need for a local power outlet. By providing a durable, user-friendly, and architecturally integrated control point, the RK‑350 effectively bridges the gap between sophisticated AV system capabilities and end-user simplicity, ensuring reliable and repeatable operation in collaborative and presentation spaces.