Black Lion Audio PBR LIT – Customisable 1U Rackmount LED Display for Patchbay Labelling

OVERVIEW

The Black Lion Audio PBR LIT brings a modern digital approach to one of the most practical – and often overlooked – parts of a studio: patchbay labelling. This 1U rackmount LED display lets you create and update custom labels for your existing patchbays, eliminating the need for traditional markers and physical labels. Labels can be edited quickly and easily using a USB keyboard, or the included Patchcad BLA Edition software.

Four dedicated modes provide layouts for common patchbay configurations, including 48-point TRS, 96-point TT and 16-point XLR formats. The fourth Custom mode gives you full use of the display for creating your own text, whether you’re working with an alternative patchbay layout, adding studio signage or simply getting creative with the display.

Built for professional studio environments, the PBR LIT features a reinforced steel chassis and black-anodised aluminium faceplates, combining road-worthy construction with a sleek, contemporary appearance. Its distinctive blue LED display adds a futuristic visual element to your rack while providing a clear and practical way to keep your studio routing clearly labelled.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Custom Digital Patchbay Labelling

Replace conventional markers and physical labels with a clear, customisable digital display that can be updated whenever your studio routing changes.

Four Dedicated Layout Modes

Choose from layouts designed for 48-point TRS, 96-point TT and 16-point XLR patchbays, with a fourth mode providing a fully customisable display.

Fully Custom Display Mode

Custom mode gives you complete use of the screen to create your own text, making the PBR LIT useful for alternative patchbay configurations, studio signage and creative displays.

Easy Label Editing

Update your labels quickly using a connected USB keyboard or the included Patchcad BLA Edition software, making changes simple as your studio evolves.

Professional Rackmount Design

The 1U rackmount format integrates neatly into standard studio racks while providing a dedicated, easy-to-read display for patchbay identification.

Reinforced Steel Construction

A reinforced steel chassis provides durable construction suited to demanding professional studio environments and mobile applications.

Black-Anodised Aluminium Faceplates

Black-anodised aluminium faceplates complement the robust chassis while giving the PBR LIT a sleek, modern appearance.

Futuristic Blue LED Display

The distinctive blue LED illumination provides a clear, highly visible labelling solution while adding a contemporary visual element to the studio rack.

FEATURES

• 1U rackmount LED display designed for custom digital patchbay labelling.
• Replaces conventional markers and physical labels with a flexible digital display.
• Four dedicated layout modes support different patchbay configurations.
  • Mode 1 provides a layout for 48-point TRS patchbays.
  • Mode 2 provides a layout for 96-point TT patchbays.
  • Mode 3 provides a layout for 16-point XLR patchbays.
  • Custom Mode provides full-screen use for alternative layouts, studio signage or creative displays.
• Labels can be edited quickly using a connected USB keyboard.
• Includes Patchcad BLA Edition software for convenient digital label creation and editing.
• 1U rackmount format integrates neatly into professional studio systems.
• Reinforced steel chassis provides robust, road-worthy construction.
• Black-anodised aluminium faceplates provide a sleek, professional appearance.
• Futuristic blue LED display adds clear visual identification and a modern studio aesthetic.

TECHNICAL SPECS

Product & External Specifications

Product Type: Customisable Rackmount LED Patchbay Display
Rack Format: 1U
Width: 483 mm (19″)
Height: 44 mm (1.75″)
Depth: 90 mm (3.5″)
Weight: 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs)
Chassis: Reinforced Steel
Faceplates: Black-Anodised Aluminium
Display: Blue LED

Supported Patchbay Layouts

Mode 1: 48-point TRS
Mode 2: 96-point TT
Mode 3: 16-point XLR
Mode 4: Custom

Labelling & Editing

Label Editing: USB Keyboard or Patchcad BLA Edition Software
Custom Mode: Full-Screen Custom Text Display
Included Software: Patchcad BLA Edition

DOWNLOADS

• Owner’s Manual
• Brochure