The SBUS Box is a central component of the Realix ERC Smart Bus (SBUS), a communication system designed to streamline wiring in an escape room. Instead of running separate cables to each device, SBUS allows multiple Pods to be connected in a daisy-chained manner using Ethernet cables. This reduces the number of cables needed and simplifies installation.
How SBUS Works
- Supports up to 16 Pods, all connected on a single RS485 bus.
- Uses Ethernet cables for both power and communication, eliminating the need for separate power wiring in most cases.
- External power is only required for Pods that need to supply significant power to connected components, such as electronic locks on the Control Pod
- Auto-discovery ensures that newly connected Pods are automatically detected and integrated into the system from the Designer.
Connecting SBUS Devices
The SBUS Box serves as the connection point for the Realix SBUS Pods:
Hardware and Configuration
While the SBUS Box is logically a standalone device, it shares its hardware with the DMX Box. Both are housed in a single SBUS/DMX unit, with a switch that allows selection between SBUS and DMX functionality. In the Designer, this device will appear either as an SBUS Box or a DMX Box, depending on the selected mode.