• 48 symmetrical patch points with 96 gold-plated 6.35 mm TRS jack sockets
• LED display with up to 12 characters per patch point for digital labeling
• Labeling via USB keyboard directly on the device or via PatchCAD software
• PatchCAD BLA Edition for easy configuration and export of labeling (Mac/Windows)
• USB-A port on the front for keyboard or USB stick
• USB-C connection at the rear for power supply (5V)
• Adjustable LED display brightness, display can be switched off via button
• 3-way switch per module on the back: Normal, Half-Normal, Thru
• audiophile signal quality thanks to gold-plated contacts and optimized internal layout
• Robust steel housing with black anodized aluminium front panel
• 1 HU for space-saving rack mounting
• compatible with balanced (TRS) and unbalanced (TS) signals
• supports FAT32-formatted USB sticks (max. 8 GB) for data transfer

• 1x Black Lion Audio PBR TRS3 LIT Patchbay
• 1x PatchCAD BLA Edition software (download link and activation code after registration)
• 1x user manual

The Black Lion Audio PBR TRS3 LIT patchbay offers a modern combination of high-quality audio technology and digital user-friendliness. Developed for ambitious recording environments, this 48-point TRS patchbay combines maximum signal quality with an individually configurable LED display. This not only makes studio cabling more structured, but also much more intuitive.

Each individual patch point of the PBR TRS3 LIT has an integrated LED display that can be freely labeled with up to twelve characters. Input is either made directly via a connected USB keyboard or conveniently via computer using the supplied PatchCAD BLA Edition. The software enables the creation of individual designations, which are transferred to the patchbay via USB stick. This means that changes to the cabling can be tracked precisely and clearly at any time.

The PBR TRS3 LIT supports three different operating modes per channel: Normal, Half-Normal and Thru. This switching takes place via rear-mounted switches and offers maximum flexibility for signal layout. or multing, parallel processing or monitoring - the patchbay adapts effortlessly to different studio concepts and enables dynamic signal routing without the need to reconnect the rear panel.

The patchbay is equipped with a total of 96 gold-plated 6.35 mm jack sockets, which guarantee loss-free signal transmission in audiophile quality. The sturdy housing made of reinforced steel and the black anodized aluminium front ensure high mechanical resilience. This robust design is a decisive advantage, especially for regular use in a professional environment.

Setting up the PBR TRS3 LIT is straightforward and intuitive. The USB port on the front is used both for connecting to a keyboard and for importing labels via USB stick. The display can be switched off if required. The PatchCAD software runs on Windows and macOS systems. USB sticks with a maximum of eight gigabytes in FAT32 format are supported for data transfer.

macOS

• Operating system: macOS 10.15 Catalina or newer
• Screen resolution: at least 1280 × 800 pixels recommended
• Installation: Download as .DMG file

Windows

• Operating system: Windows 7 SP1 or newer (64-bit only)
• Framework: Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1 or higher required (installer checks and installs if required)
• Screen resolution: at least 1280 × 800 pixels recommended
• Installation: Download as .EXE file

Licensing: One license allows installation on up to three devices simultaneously

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