Sound Devices Kashmir MIXPRE-3 II, User Manual

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NiMH Select when using NiMH AA batteries.
Alkaline Select when using Alkaline AA batteries.
L-Mount Select when using Sony L-Series Lithium-Ion batteries. Several power
capacities are available in the L-Series battery type, ranging from
1000 mAh to 7000 mAh. Larger amp-hour batteries provide more run
time.
Power Consumption
Many factors influence the rate at which the MixPre-3 uses battery power (cur -
rent draw). The following list highlights the larger current drawing functions.
• Microphone powering — The main source of extra current draw. 48 V
Phantom can draw a large amount of current depending on what model
microphone is used. Two identical phantom powered microphones draw
twice as much current as one.
• Audio Recorder — The recorder, whether in record or playback, draws extra
current. Higher sample rate WAV recordings draw more current during re -
cording.
• Output level — Higher output levels into multiple, low-impedance inputs
increases current draw.
• Headphone Output circuit - High headphone output levels and low imped -
ance headphones increase current draw.
• LED and LCD Brightness — Decrease LED and LCD brightness to reduce
current draw.
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