The KADS−100 (Kramer Audio Distribution System) is a master audio controller for use with multiple, remote, active KADS−1 and KADS−2 speakers. It features eight unbalanced mono audio inputs, one S/PDIF digital stereo audio input, and one USB connector for mass−storage devices. RS−232 data and commands flow bidirectionally allowing remote status requests and control of the speakers.
The KADS system runs power and eight audio channels over a single standard speaker cable. It supports up to 99 speakers in a system with equalization and gain control on each speaker.
- High–Resolution Audio Support.
- Highly Flexible Layout Options — Supports up to 8 speakers per branch) in a daisy chain. Additional branches (up to 99 speakers) require KADS–2 branching speakers with additional power supplies.
- Eight Logical Audio Channels — Each input can be assigned to one or more KADS speakers.
- Ten Presets — For storing commonly used configurations.
- Bidirectional RS–232 — RS–232 data and commands flow bidirectionally allowing remote status requests and control of up to eight daisy–chained KADS–1 speakers on a single standard speaker cable.
- USB — USB–A for Mass Storage & USB–C Mini for Firmware upgrade.
- Control — RS–232, Ethernet (built–in web server) & IR. Each speaker: Input source, volume, base, mid–range plus mic gain/delay.
- System Range — Up to 30m (100ft) between speakers, total range 240m (800ft). Longer ranges require additional power supplies for KADS–2 branching speakers.
- Built–In Ethernet Web Server.
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INPUTS
- 1 mic on a 6.5mm phone jack (F), 8 analog stereo audio on RCA connectors, 1 S/PDIF audio on an RCA connector, 1 USB on a USB Type A connector
OUTPUTS
- 1 speaker on a 2–pin terminal block connector
PORTS
- 1 bidirectional RS–232 on a 9–pin D–sub connector, (for remote serial control or firmware upgrades), 1 prog/upgrade on a mini USB, (for firmware upgrades), 1 Ethernet on an RJ–45 TP connector
RS-232
- Baud rate: 115200bps, mode: full–duplex
USB FLASH-DRIVE
- Maximum 1Gb partition formatted as FAT32
MAXIMUM DISTANCE BETWEEN SPEAKERS
- 30m (100ft)
POWER CONSUMPTION
- 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 220VA
TRANSMISSION DISTANCE
- Up to 30m (100ft) on a two–wire twisted power cable
SUPPORTED WEB BROWSERS
- Windows 7 and higher: IE (32/64 bit) version 10, Firefox version 30, Chrome version 35
- MAC: Chrome version 35, Firefox version 27, Safari version 7
- Android OS: Chrome version 35
- IOS: Chrome version 35, Safari version 7
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
- 0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE
- –40° to +70°C (–40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY
- 10% to 90%, RHL non–condensing
COOLING
- Forced air, fan
ENCLOSURE TYPE
- Aluminum
RACK MOUNT
- With included rack “ears”
FURNITURE MOUNT
- With included rubber feet
VIBRATION
- ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
SAFETY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
- CE
ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
- RoHs and WEEE
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
- Power cord, remote control RC–IR3, 1 ferrite ring PN 2582–000021
PRODUCT DIMENSION
- 19" x 7.20 x 1U (43.6cm x 18.30cm 4.36cm) W, D, H
PRODUCT WEIGHT
- 2.4kg (5.2lbs) approx
SHIPPING DIMENSION
- 55.00cm x 27.60cm x 10.70cm (21.65" x 10.87" x 4.21" ) W, D, H
SHIPPING WEIGHT
- 3.2kg (7.1lbs) approx