BTS30

Bluetooth Keypad and Amplifier

Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Amplifier unit dimensions (H x W x D): 45 x 143 x 125 mm

All specifications

Price $895

Includes GST

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Book a private listening session in Belrose and ask for the BTS30: we will confirm what we can set up for you. Or audition it at home.

Delivery and collection

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Set-up and installation

Our team can deliver, install and set up your system, from speaker placement to a full cinema calibration. Ask us for a quote when you order.

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KEF BTS30

Specifications

Model: BTS30
System: Wall-mount Bluetooth keypad unit and compact Class D amplifier unit
Inputs: Bluetooth 4.2 with Qualcomm aptX codec, line-in, coaxial, optical
Outputs: Stereo mode 2 x 15W at 8 ohms; mono mode 30W at 4 ohms; line out
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
EQ: 100Hz +6dB, 10kHz -1dB
Signal to noise ratio: 90dB
Speaker output short circuit protection: Yes
Bluetooth range: 10 m
Bluetooth capacity: 8 devices
Bluetooth frequency: 2.4GHz
Bluetooth power: 2.5mW (Class 2)
Keypad to amplifier connection: RJ45 terminated twisted pair cable, up to 20 m (cable not included)
Keypad rating: IP64
Amplifier rating: UL2043 approved for air handling spaces
Amplifier unit dimensions (H x W x D): 45 x 143 x 125 mm
Keypad unit dimensions (H x W x D): 45 x 45 x 40 mm
Metal frame dimensions (H x W x D): 1 x 71 x 71 mm
Weight: Amplifier unit 530 g; keypad unit 40 g; metal frame 28 g
Finish: Black amplifier; white and silver keypad
Unit: Sold individually (one keypad and one amplifier)

In detail

About the BTS30

Overview

The KEF BTS30 is a two-part in-wall audio system made up of a wall-mounted Bluetooth keypad and a compact Class D amplifier. It drives a pair of speakers in stereo, or a single speaker in bridged mono, and its line output can feed amplifiers and systems in other rooms. It is suited to homes, hotels, bathrooms and kitchens.

KEF designed the BTS30 to partner its E, C, Q and T Series in-wall and in-ceiling speakers with woofers up to 160mm. Sources include Bluetooth aptX streaming and a TV or other component connected by analogue, coaxial or optical input.

Keypad and Control

Four button keypad with LED indicators in a 45 x 45mm Euro module
Buttons for volume up, volume down and mute, source selection (TV) and Bluetooth pairing
IP64 rated keypad for bathroom installation
Pairs with up to 8 Bluetooth devices, with a range of 10 m
Adjustable maximum volume limit

Amplifier and Installation

Class D amplifier: KEF rates it at 2 x 15W into 8 ohms in stereo or 30W into 4 ohms in mono
Selectable stereo or mono output
Bluetooth 4.2 with Qualcomm aptX, plus line-in, coaxial and optical inputs
Line output for expansion into additional amplifiers and rooms
Keypad and amplifier connect via RJ45 twisted pair cable up to 20 m
UL2043 approved amplifier unit for installation in air handling spaces
Speaker output short circuit protection

In the Box

BTS30 amplifier unit
BTS30 keypad unit
Keypad cover frame and metal mounting frame
Power cable
Plug-in terminal block connectors (3)
Mounting brackets (2)
Screws (6)
Documentation
Contents vary by region; RJ45, speaker and audio cables not included

By appointment

Hear it in a real room.

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