iPA Music System - Loudspeaker ALTO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Speaker
Brand	ALTO
Model	iPA Music System
Dimensions (approx.)	20 x 15 x 10 cm
Weight (approx.)	1.5 kg
Power Supply	Mains 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Wireless Connectivity	Bluetooth
Audio Input	3.5 mm Jack
FM Radio	Built-in
Hands-free Function	Yes (built-in microphone)
Output Power	10 W RMS
Frequency Response	80 Hz - 20 kHz
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures
Spare Parts	Contact ALTO after-sales service
Repairability	Repairability score: 8/10 (estimate)
Included Accessories	Power cable, audio cable, user manual

Frequently Asked Questions - iPA Music System ALTO

How to pair the speaker with my phone via Bluetooth?

Enable Bluetooth on your phone, then put the speaker in pairing mode by holding down the Bluetooth button until the indicator flashes. Select 'ALTO iPA Music System' from the list of devices.

What to do if the speaker does not turn on?

Check that the power cable is properly plugged in and the socket works. If the problem persists, try another socket or contact customer service.

How to adjust the volume?

Use the + and - buttons on top of the speaker. You can also adjust the volume from your connected device.

Can I use the speaker in hands-free mode?

Yes, the speaker is equipped with a microphone. During an incoming call, press the Answer/End button to answer or hang up.

How to switch between audio sources (Bluetooth, FM, AUX)?

Press the Mode button to switch from Bluetooth to FM radio or auxiliary input. The LED display shows the active source.

How to save FM radio stations?

Press and hold the Scan button to automatically search for stations. The found stations are saved. Use the Previous/Next buttons to browse presets.

What to do if the sound is distorted?

Check that the volume is not at maximum. Reduce the volume on the speaker or your source device. Move the speaker away from walls or objects that might obstruct the sound.

The speaker no longer connects to my device, what should I do?

Remove the device from your phone's Bluetooth list, then re-pair. If that doesn't work, reset the speaker by holding down the Bluetooth button for 10 seconds.

How to clean the speaker?

Unplug the device and use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh chemical cleaners. Avoid letting moisture enter the grilles.

Where to find spare parts?

Contact ALTO customer service via their official website. Spare parts (cable, power supply) are available on request.

USER MANUAL iPA Music System ALTO

USER MANUAL

ENGLISH (2-4)

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

ESPANOL (5 - 7)

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

FRANÇAIS (8 - 10)

MANUALE UTENTE

ITALIANO (11 - 13)

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

DEUTSCH (14 - 16)

GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING

NEDERLANDS (17 - 19)

BOX CONTENTS

• iPA Music System
• Microphone
• Microphone cable (XLR)
• Power cable
• Quickstart Guide

- Safety Instructions & Warranty Information Booklet

QUICK SETUP

1. Connect iPA Music System's POWER INPUT to power outlet using the included power cable. (Do not power on iPA Music System yet.)
2. Optional: Connect microphone to INPUT using standard XLR or 1/4" cable.
3. iPad (3rd generation) and iPad 2 users: Power on your iPad (not included). Slide it into plastic "sled" and gently connect it to the DOCK connector.

iPad users: iPA Music System's plastic "sled" has a plastic "rail" on each side to accommodate the new iPad and iPad 2, which are thinner. Use a screwdriver, your thumbs, etc. to remove these rails before using it (see the illustrations here as well as in the included Quickstart Guide poster). Power on your iPad (not included). Slide it into the sled and gently connect it to the DOCK connector.

1. Set both volume knobs (INPUT VOLUME and DOCK VOLUME) at minimum setting.
2. Turn iPA Music System's POWER SWITCH to ON.
3. Play music on iPad. Adjust DOCK VOLUME to a reasonable volume level. The SIGNAL/PEAK LED will illuminate red.
4. Optional: Talk into microphone (if one is connected to INPUT). Adjust INPUT VOLUME to reasonable volume level.

Note: You can connect an extension speaker (another iPA Music System, not included) to the MIX OUT using a standard XLR cable. If you do this:

• So the extension speaker's playback level matches that of the main speaker, set the extension speaker's INPUT VOLUME at the "9 o'clock" knob position.
• You can set which channel (left, right, or summed mono) is sent to your extension speaker. See OUTPUT CHANNEL description under REAR PANEL OVERVIEW for more information.

INPUT VOLUME

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

graph TD
    A["Microphone"] -->|* not included| B["Switch"]
    C["iPad*"] -->|Down arrow| B
    D["Power"] -->|Signal| E["Speaker*"]
    B --> F["Switch"]
    E --> G["Speaker*"]

IMPORTANT!

MICROPHONE USAGE

Here are some notes about using microphones with iPA Music System – and in general:

• iPA Music System includes a dynamic microphone and an XLR cable. Dynamic mics generally require no power, whereas many condenser mics require "phantom power" supplied by the device it's connected to. If you want to use a different mic, we recommend using a dynamic mic since iPA Music System does not supply phantom power.
  • iPA Music System's INPUT is a "combo" jack, which accommodates both XLR- and 1/4"-style cables.
  • Before connecting a mic to the INPUT, be sure the INPUT VOLUME is at its minimum setting.
• After the mic is connected, slowly increase the INPUT VOLUME level to an appropriate level. A generally safe range is anywhere between the "9 o'clock" and "3 o'clock" knob positions.

• Feedback is created when the sound from a speaker is fed back into the mic, resulting in a loud humming or squealing sound that swells in volume and can get dangerously loud. To avoid feedback:

• Don't place the mic in front of the speaker. If you can't avoid it, use a longer mic cable so the mic can be placed as far away from the speaker as possible.

• Don't turn up the INPUT VOLUME to extremely high levels.
  ○ If you start to hear feedback—even if it's quiet—turn down the INPUT VOLUME knob.

- Hold the mic approximately 1-3 inches away from your mouth when using it. Holding it too far away requires unnecessarily turning up the INPUT VOLUME, and holding it too close can result in overly loud volumes, feedback, distortion, etc. when speaking.

- If several different people will be using the mic during a "session," keep an eye on your volume levels and adjust the INPUT VOLUME knob accordingly, since everyone naturally speaks at different volumes.

VOLUMES

When a sound source (music, voice, etc.) is loud enough, iPA Music System's SIGNAL/PEAK LED will light up.

A red light means the sound is loud enough to activate the speaker's protection circuit. This prevents the speaker from getting damaged from being "blown out," which can happen with other speakers. It's OK if the red light flickers occasionally or intermittently, but if you hear the speaker's audio becoming fuzzy, overly loud, "breaking up," etc., turn down the INPUT VOLUME and/or DOCK VOLUME knobs.

Generally, it's a good idea to monitor this light if you're playing several different kinds of music (different styles of music are produced at different volumes) or if several different people are using the mic (everyone naturally speaks at different volumes).

REAR PANEL FEATURES

1. POWER INPUT – Connect the included power cable to this input and connect the other end of the cable to a power source. Make sure the speaker's POWER SWITCH is set to "off" when plugging and unplugging the cable.
2. POWER SWITCH – Turns the speaker on/off. Make sure the VOLUME knob is set to "zero" before turning it on.
3. POWER LED – Illuminates when the speaker is on.
4. DOCK – Connect your iPad (not included) here.
5. DOCK VOLUME – Turn this knob to adjust the iPad's volume (not included).

6. OUTPUT CHANNEL – Set this switch to determine which channel is sent out of the MIX OUT (to your extension speaker) and which channel is heard in the iPA Music System (your "local" speaker):

7. LEFT: The left channel will be sent to your extension speaker. The right channel will be heard through the local speaker.

8. MONO: Both left and right channels will be summed and be sent to both your extension speaker and local speaker.

9. RIGHT: The right channel will be sent to your extension speaker. The left channel will be heard through the local speaker.

10. MIX OUT – Use a standard XLR cable (not included) to connect this jack to the input of another speaker (i.e., another ALTO Professional speaker).

11. INPUT (XLR / 1/4") – Use a standard 1/4" TRS or XLR cable (not included) to connect another sound source to this input.
12. INPUT (RCA) – Use a standard stereo RCA cable (not included) to connect another sound source to this input.
13. INPUT VOLUME – Turn this knob to adjust the volume of a sound source connected to the inputs.

Note: If you have devices connected to both inputs, this knob will adjust the volume of both devices. To adjust the mix between the devices, we recommend adjusting the volume of the device connected to the RCA input.

1. SIGNAL / PEAK LED – This light will illuminate red, depending on the signal level being sent into the speaker:

2. Flickering red: The audio signal is high, triggering the speaker's built-in limiter.

3. Solid red: The audio signal being sent to the speaker is "clipping" or distorting. Reduce the volume of your sound source.

4. LOUDNESS CONTOUR – Engage (depress) this switch to emphasize low and high frequencies by +3 dB. Disengage the switch for flatter response for live performance or for maximum output.

CONTENIDO DE LA CAJA

Transducer Low: 10" woofer with 1.5" voice coil

Transducer High: 1" titanium diaphragm compression driver

Output Power: 200 W Continuous (135 W LF + 65 W HF) 400 W Peak (270 W LF + 130 W HF)

Frequency Range: 51 Hz – 20 kHz (@ -10 dB)

Frequency Response: 52 Hz - 20 kHz (+3 dB)

Max SPL @ 1m: 123 dB Continuous 126 dB Peak

Nominal Horn Coverage: 80/100° H x 60° V nominal (-6 dB)

Active Crossover: 2.5 kHz

Connectors: 1 Mic/Line XLR -1/4" combo inputs 1 stereo pair of RCA inputs 1 XLR mix output

External Controls: Input volume, dock volume, power switch with LED indicator, signal/peak LED indicator, contour switch, output mode switch

Input Control: -∞ to +50 dB (Line/Mic) -∞ to +10 dB (RCA) -∞ to +10 dB (Dock)

Cabinet: Trapezoidal with floor monitor capability; injection-molded polypropylene enclosure with perforated steel grille

Mounting: Integrated pole socket (36 mm diameter) 1 handle

Protections: Over-excursion, thermal, driver, DSP-based

Power supply: 100 VAC, 110-120 VAC, 220-240 VAC; 50/60 Hz Inrush current at initial switch-on: 0 A Inrush current after power supply interruption: 2.20 A

Dimensions (H x W x D): 20.2" x 13" x 11.4" (513 mm x 330 mm x 290 mm)

Weight (speaker only): 26.6 lbs (12.1 kg)

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.

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