This product supports up to 128 ports can be accommodated in a single frame and up to 100 frames can be connected to a redundant dual fiber optic ring resulting in a maximum matrix size of 1,024 x 1,024 non- blocking intercom ports. The individual Artist matrix mainframes can be equipped exactly as needed. But it is not only the mainframes themselves being modular and thus expandable, it‘s also the system‘s distributed architecture itself.

This product is a classic set of key panels from Riedel and is available in 19“ rack-mount, desktop and modular (Danner) versions. All control key-panels feature bright, dimmable 8-digit alphanumeric in-key LED displays, individual rotary encoder for listen level control and LED level indication for each talk key. In addition, all 1000 Series control key-panels provide five dedicated function keys, a built-in loudspeaker, XLR headset connector and a removable gooseneck microphone. Three GPIs and three GPOs are available for system-wide programming as standard.

The product is a FBI that converts an Artist panel port from CAT5 to fiber in a bidirectional way providing long distance operation of Artist control panels. As the unit offers both connectors, for the matrix and for the panel, it can be inserted on either side. The interface may also be used for the bidirectional transmission of an AES3 signal. Distances up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft) can be realized using duplex multimode fiber.