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Kamesan

KS-342 4-Channel Professional Compact Field Mixer with AES/EBU Digital Output
Mfr # KS342• B&H KAKS342
Availability: Usually ships in 7-14 business days
Note! This is a special order item and is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Est. arrival at B&H is 7-14 business days (subject to availability). You will be charged upon placing your order.
This Item Includes

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BP-3/8 AA Battery Holder

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1 Year Warranty

Product Information

The Kamesan KS-342 is a professional, feature packed 4-channel portable audio mixer designed for ENG / EFP, broadcast, documentary and film applications. The KS-342 delivers a feature set that includes M/S stereo decoding, stereo main and sub outputs, built-in compressor, channel linking, switchable 48V and 12V A-B phantom power and unique to the KS-342 is it's AES/EBU digital output.

The KS-342's AES/EBU output is capable of 20-bit audio at 44.1, 48 and 96kHz resolution, providing a digital connection to portable digital recorders, computer interfaces and more. The KS-342's controls feature a comprehensive, well designed panel for maximum comfort and ease while operating with gloves and in harsh weather. It's quiet circuitry, pristine audio fidelity and unique feature set make the KS-342 more than suitable for all professional broadcast and film applications.

Features

• 4 Input Channels

The KS-342 features 4 input channels with balanced, low-noise XLR connections. The inputs feature variable level control for microphone and line level signal.

• Stereo Main Output

A pair of balanced stereo XLR outputs provide microphone and line level output signal.

• AES/EBU Digital Output

In addition to analog outputs the KS-342 features an AES/EBU digital output on a 3-pin XLR connection. The digital stereo output is capable of 20-bit audio at 44.1, 48 or 96kHz resolution.

• 5-pin Analog Sub-Output

A single 5-pin XLR connection provides an additional stereo output. The sub-output may be assigned to output channels 3 and 4, M/S decoding applications or used as an additional stereo main output for all input channels.

• M/S Stereo Matrix

Channels 1 and 2 feature an M/S switch for easy M/S stereo decoding. Channel fader 1 controls M/S signal width while fader 2 controls level.

• Comprehensive Monitoring

1/4" TRS Phone headphone output located on the front panel features a level control and switch for various L/R and M/S monitoring modes.

• Plenty of Powering Options

The KS-342 is powered with 8-AA alkaline batteries for up to 6 hours. Additional powering options include external 10V and 15V DC power sources or a standard NP1 battery.

• Selectable Phantom Power

All input channels are capable of supplying +48V phantom or 12V A-B power.

• Ergonomic Controls and Layout

The front panel features a comprehensive layout with easily accessible controls and comfortable dials in all temperatures.

• Slate Microphone

An internal slate microphone is provided for clapper marking and commentary.

• Compressor

An internal compressor is provided for ultimate level control while eliminating distortion due to peak overload.

• Expandable Option Slots

The KS-342 features 2 slots for expansion modules that provide sub-mixing capability and a four-channel integrated EQ/compressor module.

Specifications
Inputs
4 - Balanced 3-pin XLR Mic & Line
1 - Balanced 5-pin XLR Stereo Line linked channels 1 & 2
Output
Main Output: Balanced L/R Stereo 3-pin XLR
Sub Output: Balanced Single Stereo 5-pin XLR
AES/EBU Output: Balanced Single Stereo 3-pin XLR
Monitor/Headphone Out
1/4" TRS Phone
ALT I/O
AUX In: 1/4" Phone
Link Input/Output
No
Impedance
Mic: 3.0k ohms
Line: 600 ohms
Aux: 10k ohms
Gain
Mic: -70 to -30dBs
Line: -20 to +4dBm
Aux: -20 to +4dBm
Hum & Noise
Mic(-70): < -54dB (22kHz LPF/RMS)
Line(+4): < -70dB (22kHz LPF/RMS)
Monitor: < -65dB (22kHz LPF/RMS)
Frequency Response
Main Out & Sub Out (within 1dB): 30Hz to 40kHz
Distortion
< 0.1% (50Hz - 15kHz +4dBm)
Metering
Illuminated VU scale BBC scale and Nordic scale are optional and factory installed
Control Voltage Out
No
Phantom Power
+48V Phantom
12V A-B Phantom
Operating Temperature
not specified by manufacturer
Power
Internal Power:
8 x AA Dry-cell Batteries (approx. 6 hours)
1 x NP-1 NICd Battery requires battery holder (sold separately)
External Power Supply:
+10V to +15V (maximum current 0.5A)
Dimensions
8.5 x 2.4 x 6.7" (215 x 60 x 170mm) (WxHxD)
Weight
5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) including batteries
4.4 lbs (2.0 kg) without batteries