B-PASS
Auracast™ Access Panel
RTX
RTX is a smart handheld Auracast™ transceiver and media player, designed to deliver intuitive and flexible audio experiences across a wide range of applications.
Built for ease of use, it operates as a dedicated Auracast™ receiver with intelligent connectivity features—enabling users to access live or preloaded audio seamlessly, with minimal interaction.
Ideal for both guided and self-guided tours, RTX supports live voice broadcasting, on-demand content, and multilingual experiences—enhancing engagement in museums, visitor centers, and beyond.
As part of a complete ecosystem, RTX integrates with a smart management and dispatch system, enabling efficient device distribution, configuration, and control at scale.
With an all-day battery and ergonomic handheld design, RTX ensures reliable performance throughout the entire user journey.
- Dual mode - receiver or transmitter
- Wide-area coverage (up to 50m @ 20 dBm)
- On-demand audio broadcasting and playback
- Supports headsets, headphones, neck loops and microphones
- Supports multilingual applications
- Easy access via B-PASS, SmartHive, NFC and beacons
- All-day battery life
Museums Music Venues Classrooms Visitor Centers Courtrooms Tour Guides
1. Seamless Access to Auracast™ Streams
To ensure truly seamless access to audio, RTX offers multiple stream access options, including Stream Lock, Stream Filtering, and Tap-to-Access (NFC).
2. Sound Card Mode
Connect RTX via USB to laptops, tablets, and smartphones to receive high-quality digital audio directly to your device—no matter where you are seated. Ideal for speech-to-text applications, ensuring optimized accuracy and performance.
3. Immersive Multi-Language Experiences
Create and upload tours to the RTX’s SD card, combining live Auracast™ streams and pre-loaded audio, alongside smart triggers for a seamless and intuitive user experience across various applications.
4. Smart Management and Device Dispatching
Dynamically configure and control RTX devices in real-world environments with ease. With Hive Central’s dispatch panel, venue staff can effortlessly assign devices to specific halls, guides, tours, and languages—streamlining daily operations and ensuring a smooth user experience.
Product details
Audio
Connection: 3.5 mm TRRS jack for headsets, neckloops, or microphones Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 22 kHz Ducking: Audio playback is automatically attenuated (side-chained) when an Auracast™ stream is active AGC: Automatic Gain Control (AGC) support Headphone Output (recommended load): 16 Ω – 32 Ω Headphone Output (compatible load): 16 Ω – 64 Ω
Radio
Bluetooth Version: 5.3 Broadcast Frequency: 2400 – 2482 MHz Max TX Power: 20 dBm (Controllable via built-in menu and SmartHive) Secure Broadcast: Yes (4–16-character password, AES128 encryption) NFC: Yes - Tap-to-connect
Controls
Buttons: Navigation buttons (up, down, select/power), volume up/down, reset button Display: 2” TFT RGB display (240x320) Status LED: RGB LED indicator
Power and Charging
Charger: SmartHive cradle or USB-C - 5V, 500mA Battery: Lithium Polymer, 3.7 VDC, 1,400 mAh Battery Life: Receiver Mode - up to 16 hours / Transmitter Mode - up to 10 hours Battery Charge Time: Fully charged in under 4 hours
Regulatory
Standards: CE, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, FCC, ISED, TELEC, UKCA, RCM, MSDS
Physical
Weight: RTX – 120 g (0.264 lbs) Shipping Weight: 210 g (0.462 lbs) Colors: Light Gray, Dark Gray, Blue
