Whirlwind Press Patch
Whirlwind Press Patch Reviews
DescriptionIt features 2 mic/line inputs with individual gain controls and 16 transformer isolated outputs that are individually switchable for mic or line level operation. The PRESSPOWER 2 includes a 20-segment LED level meter, an internal test tone generator, a built-in headphone monitor amp with volume control, high-pass filters, and phantom power - all conveniently front-panel accessible.The high-performance input stage provides clean audio even in high RF environments.The unit can be powered by 115 / 230 VAC - 50 / 60 Hz, by (4) 9 V internal batteries or with an external DC supply (12 - 36 VDC) connected via rear terminals. This allows the unit to be powered by a car battery, cigarette lighter, camera pack battery, etc. In the event of an AC power failure or battery exhaustion, the unit will automatically switch to alternate power by selecting the strongest Voltage available.Additional active mic/line outputs can be added with an optional 16 channel expander modules, giving you 32 total active outputs. Additional mic outputs can be achieved by adding passive PB Series Press Boxes to outputs set to line level.The PRESSPOWER 2 is available without the padded case (PRESSPOWER 2 NC) and it mounts in a standard 4 space, 19' rackmount.
Its case is also available separately (PRESS CASE, pictured above).Frequency Response:.5dBm 20Hz to -2dBm 16kHzInput Impedance:Mic: 1.5k OhmsLine: 200k OhmsMaximum Input Level:Mic: -5dBmLine: +50dBmOutput Impedance:Mic: 150 OhmsLine: 150 OhmsMaximum Output Level:Mic: -5 dBm into 2k OhmsLine: +23 dBm into 2k OhmsTotal Harmonic Distortion:.075% at 1 kHz, mic @ unity gainIsolation Between Outputs:Mic: Greater than 95 dBmLine: Greater than 60 dBmPower Draw AC mode: 31 W max.Power Draw DC mode: ConditionCurrent(mA)Batt Life(hr. approx.)LED meter off, no headphones4015LED meter in dot mode, no headphones739LED meter off, 30 Ohm headphones6010LED meter in dot mode, 30 Ohm headphones945Size (inside case): 20' X 9.5' X 8.5'4RU removed from case.Weight w/ case: 17 lb.Weight w/ out case: 12 lb.Shipping weight w/ case: 20 lb.