S610A - Megaphone AmpliVox - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Megaphone / Portable PA System
Model	S610A
Brand	AmpliVox
Dimensions (H x W x D)	Approx. 8 x 6 x 10 inches (20 x 15 x 25 cm)
Weight	Approx. 2.5 lbs (1.1 kg) with batteries
Power Supply	8 x D-cell batteries (not included) or optional AC adapter
Battery Life	Up to 20 hours of continuous use (alkaline)
Output Power	20 watts RMS
Range	Up to 600 yards (550 meters)
Frequency Response	100 Hz – 10 kHz
Material	High-impact ABS plastic with metal grille
Color	Black / Gray (as shown)
Main Functions	Voice amplification, siren tone, built-in microphone, shoulder strap
Controls	Power/volume knob, siren switch, microphone gain
Connections	3.5mm auxiliary input for external audio devices
Care & Cleaning	Wipe with a dry cloth; avoid exposure to rain or excessive moisture
Safety Notes	Do not use near ears at close range; ensure batteries are inserted correctly
Repairability	Replaceable batteries and external microphone; other repairs by authorized service
What's Included	Megaphone, shoulder strap, user manual
Warranty	1 year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - S610A AmpliVox

How do I turn on the AmpliVox S610A megaphone?

Rotate the power/volume knob clockwise until you hear a click. Increase the volume by continuing to turn the knob.

What type of batteries does the S610A use?

It requires 8 D-cell batteries (not included). For best performance, use fresh alkaline batteries.

What is the maximum range of the megaphone?

Under ideal conditions, the S610A can project your voice up to 600 yards (550 meters).

Can I connect an external audio source to the megaphone?

Yes, there is a 3.5mm auxiliary input on the side. Use it to play music or pre-recorded messages from a phone or MP3 player.

How do I use the siren function?

Flip the siren switch (usually marked with a siren icon) to the on position. The unit will emit a loud siren tone. Turn the switch off to stop.

How long does the battery last?

With continuous use at moderate volume, alkaline batteries provide approximately 20 hours of operation.

Is the megaphone weatherproof?

No, it is not fully waterproof. Avoid exposing it to rain or excessive moisture. Wipe it dry if it gets wet.

Can I use the megaphone while it is charging?

If using an optional AC adapter, you can operate the unit while plugged in. However, it is not recommended to charge non-rechargeable batteries.

What is the output power of the S610A?

It delivers 20 watts RMS of audio power, sufficient for crowds up to several hundred people.

Where can I find the user manual for the AmpliVox S610A?

The manual is available for free download at notice-facile.com in PDF format. You can also request a translated version via email.

USER MANUAL S610A AmpliVox

AMPLIVox® PORTABLE SOUND SYSTEMS

User Guide

S610A / SW610A / SW615A

Wired / Wireless Half Mile Hailer PA System

Made in the USA

Thank you for choosing the S610A / SW610A / SW615A Half Mile Hailer PA System from AmpliVox Portable Sound Systems.

We are excited in introducing this truly unique system. Our system combines flexibility with functionality. Please refer to this user guide as you enjoy the unique capabilities of another quality product from AmpliVox Portable Sound Systems.

We encourage you to visit our website www.ampli.com to register your product for its warranty coverage, sign up to receive our newsletter, download our catalog, and learn more about the complete line of AmpliVox audio visual products, including portable PA systems, and lecterns.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using this product, read the instruction manual for important safety information. Please retain this manual for future reference and warranty information.

Troubleshooting & Servicing

Do not attempt to service or repair the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Do not attempt to modify the device in anyway. Doing so could invalidate your warranty.

Cleaning

When cleaning the device, please use a soft, dry cloth. Never use benzene, paint-thinner, or other chemicals on the device.

Location

Place the device in stable location, so it will not fall causing damage to the device or bodily harm.

Intended use

The product may only be used with the original parts intended for it. The intended use includes adherence to the specified installation instructions. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage arising due to improper use.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner's guide.

IMPORTANT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The unit's circuitry may cause interference to nearby radios. To prevent interference, either switch the unit off or move away from the affected radio.

NOTE: This equipment complies within the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
  NOTE: Shielded cables may be required to be used with this unit to en-sure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Model S610A

• Tapered Weather Resistant Horn SPL 108 dB
• Portable 50 Watt Stereo Amplifier
• Wired Microphone with 5 foot cord
• Shoulder Carry Strap

Model SW615A

• Tapered Weather Resistant Horn SPL 108 dB
• Portable 50 Watt Stereo Amplifier
• Wireless Handheld 16 CH UHF Microphone
• Shoulder Carry Strap

SPECIFICATIONS

Amplifier System

• Power Output - 50 Watt RMS into 4 ohms
- AC/DC Operation
- Stereo Speaker Output
• 3.5mm Line Output
- 3.5mm Line Input
- Separate Volume and Tone Control for Line Input
• Master Volume Control

Model SW610A

• Tapered Weather Resistant Horn SPL 108 dB
• Portable 50 Watt Stereo Amplifier
  • Wireless 16 CH UHF Transmitter
  • Headset and Lapel Microphones
• Shoulder Carry Strap

Wireless System Models

• Built-in UHF Selectable 16 Channel Receiver with RF Signal LED
• Wireless Range: 300 feet
• Frequency: 584 -608 MHz

INSTALL BATTERIES

Battery Power

1. The amp uses 10 "D" size Alkaline batteries (not included); or the optional rechargeable AmpliVox NiCad Battery Pack (S-1465) and (S1460) AC adapter -purchase separately (Fig 3).
2. The removable battery door on the back of the amp is designed to stay closed until you need to change the batteries. Slip a finger nail under it and slide it out. (Fig 1)
3. Lift the battery holder out. The plastic dividers between the batteries help prevent battery corrosion. (Fig 2)
4. Install 10 fresh Alkaline "D" size batteries. Be sure to observe the polarity when putting batteries in the battery compartment. The negative (flat) ends go against the springs. (Fig 2) Carefully replace battery holder. Batteries should look like they are standing up.

DO NOT MIX BATTERY TYPES OR ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE ALKALINE BATTERIES. EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, SAFETY HAZARD OR FIRE COULD RESULT.

Note: The battery holder cable comes from the factory already plugged into the connector. If it comes loose, push it in securely. (Turn the plug over if it doesn't fit; it only fits one way.)

1. Slide door back into place.
2. If using the S-1465 NiCad Battery Pack (Fig 3), replace battery holder with the battery pack. Insert the battery pack plug into the connector where the battery holder was plugged into. Plug AC Adapter/ Recharger power supply (S1460) into the "DC IN" jack on front panel of the amp. Plug into a working electrical outlet. Charge 24 hours for full charge before using.

AMPLIFIER FEATURES

1. Power Switch.
2. Power Indicator Light. Turns red when power is turned on.
3. Siren Button. Single - Variable tone @125 dBL. Push and hold.
4. Mic Volume Control. This knob controls output loudness to all 3 microphone inputs and Siren.
5. Dynamic Mic Jack. Dynamic is one kind of microphone. AmpliVox's wired, hand-held microphone is this type.
6. Auxiliary Volume Control. This volume knob controls the auxiliary volume separately from the microphone volume.

7. Tone Control. This knob controls the tone of the auxiliary input. Turn counterclockwise for more bass or clockwise for more treble. (The mic jacks don't need a tone control because they have been pre-optimized for the human voice.

8. Left & Right Speaker Jacks. Two separately amplified speaker jacks allow you to use one or two speakers for additional sound power or true stereo output.

9. Line Out Jack. Can be used with a tape recorder The Line Out Jack outputs all the sound from the 3 microphone inputs and the auxiliary input.
10. Auxiliary Line In Jack. To play music, just plug in your CD player, MP3 player or Amplivox's Bluetooth Receiver.
11. Wireless Mic Jack. Optional second wireless receiver goes here. Then plug AmpliVox's lapel or headset microphone into the transmitter; that's the one with the belt clip. Now you are hands-free anywhere within a 300-foot radius of the receiver.

12. Condenser Mic Jack—with phantom power. If you don't know what phantom power is, then you don't need to know, but a condenser microphone won't work without it. If you have AmpliVox's lapel or headset microphone, plug it in here.

13. Aux Out. For optional 12-15 volt accessory.

14. DC In Jack. Used for the 12V Battery Cable, 12V Power Plug or the optional International AC Adapter/Recharger, plug it in here. Plug the other end into a wall / floor outlet.
15. Wireless ON/OFF Switch Switches power on to the built-in 16 channel wireless receiver.
16. Wireless 16 Channel Selector Channel that you select here must match with the channel that is selected on the bodypack or handheld microphone transmitter.
17. OPTIONAL—Wireless 16 Channel UHF Bodypack Microphone Transmitter (S1690T) or Wireless Handheld Transmitter (S1695).

To Operate:

Make sure that the speaker is plugged into the "LEFT SPEAKER" jack. Plug handheld microphone into the "DYNAMIC" jack. Turn amplifier on. Turn microphone on and talk into microphone. Rotate "VOLUME" control knob to obtain desired loudness level. For Models with the built-in wireless receiver the ON-OFF switch is located just below main power switch of amplifier. Insure both transmitter and receiver is on same frequency channel. Turn on power switch located on wireless transmitter (S1690T or S1695). RF LED on side of amplifier will light meaning that it is receiving signal. If RF LED does not light, check channel numbers.

WIRELESS BODYPACK TRANSMITTER—OPTIONAL—MODEL S1690T

• The transmitter bodypack is operated by 1 - "AA" 1.5 Volt alkaline battery. Slide off battery cover (A) and install battery as shown. Make certain the battery is fully seated in its compartment so the cover slides in place easily. Battery life with alkaline batteries is approximately 8 hours of operating time.
• Select a channel (1-16) on side panel (B) using the supplied screw driver to select channel number. Channel selected should match channel on receiver. When transmitter and receiver are set to correct channel the RF indicator on receiver will glow red when bodypack transmitter is turned on. To check battery, turn on before turning on receiver. If LED (C) changes green to red, or does not light up, replace battery.
• Plug the Lapel / Headset microphone into the Mic Input Jack (D). The microphone can be clipped to a necktie or other clothing, using the supplied clip. The lapel mic should be placed under the chin, as close to the center of the body as possible.
• Slide the power ON / OFF / MUTE / STANDBY switch (E) to the ON position (the LED indicator light will illuminate green). Replace batteries when this LED turns red.
• GAIN SWITCH (F): If you are a soft spoken person then set the switch to the 10 dB position. If you are a loud speaking person then set the switch to the -10 dB position. Adjust to prevent distortion while speaking.

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F E C

WIRELESS HANDHELD MICROPHONE—OPTIONAL—MODEL S1695

BATTERIES

1. Hold the body of microphone in hand and twist off bottom section of microphone.
2. Insert two "AA" batteries.
3. Twist bottom section back on to microphone.

BATTERY STATUS

The life expectancy of the two batteries is about 10 hours. When the "BATTERY" symbol on the display screen keeps flashing the batteries should be replaced immediately.

OPEN

CLOSE

Functions

1) Interchangeable Microphone Head
2) LCD Screen
3) Power / Mute Control Switch
4) Select Button
5) Microphone Input Sensitivity Adjustment—is used to set the gain of microphone. If you are a soft talking speaker you will need to turn the control counter clockwise. Turn clockwise if you are a loud talker. Use plastic screwdriver that is supplied.

BATTERY COVER REMOVED

• TURN ON MICROPHONE: Press and hold the "POWER/MUTE" (3) button until LCD screen lights up.
• TO MUTE: Press "POWER/MUTE" button twice to MUTE. Channel number will flash when muted. Press button again twice to remove "MUTE".
• TURN OFF MICROPHONE: Press and hold the "POWER/MUTE" (3) button for 2 seconds to turn microphone "OFF".
• SELECT CHANNEL (Manual): Press and hold the "SELECT" (4) button for 2 seconds until you only see the word Channel and channel number. To change channel, when flashing, press the "SELECT" (4) button until you reach the desired channel. Flashing will stop after 10 seconds and channel is now set.
• LOCK / UNLOCK CHANNEL: Press the "POWER/MUTE" (3) button and "SELECT" button at the same time to lock or unlock channel. When locked, channel cannot be changed. "LOCKED" symbol appears in upper left-hand corner.

PROBLEM SOLVING

HOWLBACK is the howl or screech often heard in sound reinforcement systems. It is caused by sound from the loudspeaker returning to the microphone. AmpliVox systems utilize proven acoustical principles to minimize this; however, there is no way to completely eliminate howl back under conditions of high amplification. If howl back occurs, check the following:

User's hand covering the head of the microphone. [Hold microphone under head slots.] Sound can easily re-enter microphone.

Keep loudspeaker turned toward audience. Note: sound can be reflected from a hard surface back through the microphone. [Turn speaker.]

User holding microphone in a reflecting position. [Turn microphone.]

Volume setting too high. [Reduce microphone channel volume; compensate by speaking louder or closer to the microphone.]

NO SOUND

Make sure amplifier POWER switch is turned on and red LED is lit. If switch is on and LED is not lit, check to see that batteries are properly connected and at full charge. If using optional power adapter, check to see that front panel connector is properly seated, and verify that the power source is live.

WARRANTY

Limited Six (6) -Year Warranty

AmpliVox warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship (subject to the terms set forth below) for a period of six (6) years from the date of purchase ("Warranty Period").

During the Warranty Period, AmpliVox will repair or replace (at AmpliVox's discretion) this product or any defective parts ("Warranty Service").

Repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty does not give right to any extension or a new beginning of the period of warranty.

CLAIMS UNDER THE WARRANTY

To obtain Warranty Service, contact AmpliVox (800-267-5486) to be assigned a Return Authorization number (RA#). After receiving a RA#, the defective unit is to be returned to AmpliVox in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection. You will bear the cost of shipping the product to AmpliVox. If the product is covered by the warranty, AmpliVox will bear the cost of shipping product back to you after the completion of service under this warranty.

Return shipping will be charged to you for products not covered by the warranty or requiring no warranty repair.

The following information must be presented to obtain Warranty Service: (a) the RA# must be clearly and legibility marked on the outside of shipping carton, (b) proof of purchase, which clearly indicates the name and address of the seller, the date of purchase and the product type, which is evidence that this product is within the Warranty Period. Please further include (c) your return address, (d) daytime telephone number, and (e) reason for return.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY

This warranty is only valid for the original purchaser and will automatically terminate prior to expiration if this product is sold or otherwise transferred to another party. The warranty provided by AmpliVox in this statement applies only to products purchased for use, and not for resale. It does not apply to open box purchases, which are sold "as is" and without any warranty. Specifically exempt from warranty are limited-life consumable components subject to normal wear and tear, such as microphone windscreens, ear cushions, modular plugs, ear tips, decorative finishes, batteries, and other accessories. This warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number, date code label, or product label has been altered or removed from this product. This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, Acts of Nature, accident, disassembling or modification of, or to any part of, the product. This Warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair by anyone other than AmpliVox. Any unauthorized repairs will void this warranty.

REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. AMPLIVOX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHAT SOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE.

NOTE! This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from location to location. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or implied warranties, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty does not affect your legal (statutory) rights under your applicable national or local laws.

Dispose of the product according to local standards and regulations

March, 2018

AmpliVox • 650 Anthony Trail Suite D, Northbrook, IL 60062 • Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone] www.ampli.com