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Whirlwind PRESSPOWER 2 - Active Press Box

Product Code: WH PRESSPOWER 2

Key Features
  • The full-featured PRESSPOWER 2 is the successor to our original PRESSPOWER unit, the standard for press conferences worldwide.
  • Type: Active
  • 2 Mics In, 16 Mic or Line Selectable Outputs.
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It 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 metre, 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 PRESS2XP expander modules, giving you 48 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 16kHz 

Input Impedance: 
   Mic: 1.5k Ohms 
   Line: 200k Ohms 

Maximum Input Level: 
   Mic: -5dBm 
   Line: 50dBm 

Output Impedance: 
   Mic: 150 Ohms 
   Line: 150 Ohms 

Maximum Output Level: 
   Mic: -5 dBm into 2k Ohms 
   Line: 23 dBm into 2k Ohms 

Total Harmonic Distortion: .075% at 1 kHz, mic @ unity gain 

Isolation Between Outputs: 
   Mic: Greater than 95 dBm 
   Line: Greater than 60 dBm 

Power Draw AC mode: 31 W max. 
Power Draw DC mode:

Condition Current
(mA)
Batt Life 
(hr. - approx.)
LED metre off, no headphones 40 15
LED metre in dot mode, no headphones 73 9
LED metre off, 30 Ohm headphones 60 10
LED metre in dot mode, 30 Ohm headphones 94 5


Size (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.

Warranty

We offer a 5 year warranty on this product from its date of purchase. For more information regarding our support, repair and warranty, please download our Warranty Guide here.

Trade Terms
The above item is non-returnable, unless defective. Please ensure part numbers and descriptions are as required before placing this order. If any confirmation or information is required please contact AV Sales on 1800 00 77 80.
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