The Palmer Pan 16 Passive 8-Channel DI Boxfrom Palmer Pan 16 Passive 8-Channel DI Boxis an 8-channel passive DI box in a 19" 1 RU format. The Pan 16's front LINK input jacks can be routed with the MERGE LINK / IN through to the outputs. This allows the Pan 16 to have a maximum of 16 inputs.

In addition, there are two pad buttons on each channel that enable an attenuation of 10, 20, or 30 dB. The XLR outputs are electrically isolated and balanced via transformers, and additional 8 link-sockets are also available on the rear panel of the unit.

8 x Channels    8/16 1/4" Inputs    8 x XLR Output Connectors    10 Hz to 40 kHz Frequency Response    Ground Lift and MERGE Controls    -10, -20, and -30 dB Attenuation    Made of Sheet Steel    Powder-Coated Finish

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The outputs... are the XLR and Stereo Mini outs active simultaneously? Can I send to 2 sets of speakers

A: Palmer recommends not using both outputs at the same time.

Q: 2. Looking to buy JBL LRS 308 pair, and 310 sub. Will this support a sub ?

A: This controller is meant for a stereo pair and does not have a subwoofer connection. So it depends on where your subwoofer connection originates. If the subwoofer is directly connected to your stereo pair, then you're ok; otherwise, not. This is a great controller for a pair of powered monitors, and I really like the mono switch capability. The sound quality is beyond reproach.

Q: 3. Are the rack ears reversible?

A: Thank you for your question. The rack ears on the this unit are not reversible

Q: 4. I just bought 1 of these a few days ago from you. It showed up today and the 3.5mm end is not solid black like the one in the picture? Why is it different. I really wanted the black end. Could you see if that is still available like that? Thanks

A: It is not unusual for a manufacturer to change a small non-critical production feature or cosmetic component that wouldn't affect performance. We do not have another version available.

Q: 5. Is this bi-directional? May I connect XLR end to a mic and 3.5mm to computer mic input?Thank you.

A: This is a one-way device only.

Q: 6. Can this prevent speaker pop when shutting off console?

A: Yes, leslie h is correct. Using the mute botton or turing the knob to Zero will help prevent popping for you.

Q: 7. Can this be used as a conversion device with the signal coming from an XLR mic connecting to 1/8" adapter into my video camera?

A: No, the RapcoHorizon LTIBLOX Laptop BLOX 1-Channel Passive Direct Box will not work with a microphone. It is intended for use to send the 3.5mm line-level output from a computer to the XLR mic-level input on a professional A/V device like a mixer, amplifier, camera, or recorder. The XLR connector is the output, so it has a male connector and would not work to connect a microphone. A better solution for connecting an XLR microphone to the mic input on a video camera would be to use a simple adapter like the Kopul LMT100 - Low to High Impedance Matching Transformer (B&H # KOLMT100) attached to a standard XLR cable in the length you need. Please note that the mic you are using should either be a dynamic mic that does not require any voltage or a condenser mic that operates using a battery for power or has its own power supply, as the camera will not supply 48V phantom power from its 3.5mm input.

Q: 8. Can I just plug it in to my m audio 3 way active speakers and control the volume without a mixer?

A: You can however as it is a passive volume knob you will not have true reference grade monitoring. The shifting impedance will effect the frequency response and stereo image as you turn the volume up and down..... so for editing it is very convenient but for mix critical listening I would go with something that has an active volume control

Q: 9. Can you plug in two of these into one laptop and then use 4 outputs for a live situation? specially looking at using albeton live to play tracks.

A: I own Two of these. I Just tried it and it wont work like that. they are two separate units.

Q: 10. How is the volume pot travel? Is it smooth or stepped ? Thanks!

A: Smooth as a baby's bottom