Remote Level Controller-Ramp-Black

Ideal Use Cases

The RDL DB-RLC2 is a black remote level control panel intended for installations that require convenient level adjustment and visual indication away from the primary control module. Its UP and DOWN pushbuttons provide a straightforward control interface, while the 10-segment visual level display shows the current level setting. The product data also identifies support for multiple control and indication locations, making this panel suitable when adjustment and level status need to be available at more than one point in an installation.

Why Choose This Model

The DB-RLC2 combines physical pushbutton control, visual level indication, and a professional panel format in one compact device. Each button sends the corresponding UP or DOWN signal back to the connected RDL control module. The output signals are pushbutton actuated and rated at 15 Vdc at 5 mA. A 0 to 10 Vdc ramp input supports level indication on the panel’s 10-segment display. These functions provide both control and feedback without requiring a larger control surface.

RDL describes the DB-RLC2 as a premium-quality remote panel with a professional aesthetic appearance. Its black finish and narrow panel dimensions allow it to fit into control environments where a clean, dedicated level interface is preferred.

Installation and Integration

The DB-RLC2 mounts in a standard US electrical box or in compatible RDL WB- or SMB-series boxes. A cover plate is available separately. The panel measures 4.11 inches high, 1.72 inches wide, and 1.66 inches deep, equivalent to 10.4 by 4.37 by 4.21 centimeters. Detachable terminal-block connections support installation and wiring access.

The panel requires ground-referenced 24 Vdc power at 75 mA. The recommended power supplies are the PS-24AS for the USA and the PS-24AX for international installations. Its specified ambient operating range is 0 degrees C to 55 degrees C. Installers should account for the separate cover plate, required electrical box, power supply, and connections to the applicable RDL control module when planning the complete installation.

When connected to the RDL RU-VCA2A, pressing both DB-RLC2 buttons simultaneously returns the level to the PRESET level on the RU-VCA2A. This gives the two-button interface an additional documented function in that specific integration.

Performance Highlights

The control interface is centered on dedicated UP and DOWN pushbuttons, minimizing the number of actions needed to change a level. Its 10-segment display supplies visual indication at the control location. The panel accepts a 0 to 10 Vdc ramp input and provides separate UP and DOWN outputs rated at 15 Vdc at 5 mA when actuated.

Support for multiple control and indication locations is a notable capability for systems that require distributed access. Rather than limiting operation to the equipment location, the DB-RLC2 can form part of an installation in which control and indication are positioned where users need them.

What Makes It Different

The DB-RLC2 brings together remote adjustment and a segmented visual display in a compact wall-mounted panel. This pairing distinguishes it from a control that offers buttons without local indication. Its detachable terminal block, compatibility with standard US electrical boxes, and support for RDL WB- and SMB-series boxes provide clearly defined installation options.

The documented RU-VCA2A preset behavior also extends the functionality of the two-button layout: UP and DOWN operate individually for adjustment, while simultaneous operation recalls the RU-VCA2A PRESET level. The result is a focused control panel that maintains a simple physical interface while supporting a specific secondary command.

Final Assessment

The RDL DB-RLC2 is a purpose-built remote level control panel for systems that use UP and DOWN control signals and a 0 to 10 Vdc ramp indication input. Its 10-segment display, multiple-location support, detachable terminal block, and standard electrical-box mounting make its capabilities and installation requirements easy to define. For an RDL installation requiring a compact black panel with pushbutton level adjustment and visible indication, the DB-RLC2 provides the documented control functions in a professional panel format.