CALIFONE PA310 30 Watts RMS Rated Power Output Presentation Pro Speaker Owner’s Manual

: June 6, 2024
: CALIFONE

Table of Contents

Accessories
Specifications
Troubleshooting Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
References
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Wired PresentationPro™ Public Address System
PA310 Owner’s Manual

CALIFONE PA310 30 Watts RMS Rated Power Output Presentation Pro
Speaker

Thank you for purchasing this PresentationPro™ (PA310), the most versatile and portable PA for use in schools, businesses, Houses of Worship, and government facilities.
We encourage you to visit www.califone.com/registration.php, to register your product for its warranty coverage, to sign up to receive our newsletter, download our catalog, and learn more about the complete line of Califone audiovisual products, including portable and installed wireless PA systems, multimedia players, and recorders, headphones and headsets, computer peripheral equipment, visual presentation products, and language learning materials.
Unpacking your PresentationPro™
Inspection and inventory of your system. Check the unit carefully for damage that may have occurred during transit.
Each PresentationPro™ product is carefully inspected at the factory and packed in a special carton for safe transport.
ALL DAMAGE CLAIMS MUST BE MADE WITH THE FREIGHT CARRIER
Notify the freight carrier immediately if you observe any damage to the shipping carton or product. Repack the unit in the carton and await inspection by the carrier’s claim agent. Notify your dealer of the pending freight claim.
Warranty Registration
Please visit the Califone website to register your
PresentationPro™ for warranty coverage.
Returning your unit for service or repairs
Should your unit require service, contact your dealer or our Customer Service Department at 800-722-0500 to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number. All shipments
to Califone must include an RA number on the carton and must ship prepaid. C.O.D. shipments will be refused and returned at your cost.
Contents
a) PA310 Powered Amplifier
b) PI-RC Remote Control and (2) AAA Batteries
c) Quick Start Sheet
MB-PA3W mounting bracket sold separately
Connections and Functions
NOTE: When first connecting other equipment to “aux in” or “line” make certain that their power is off and volume control at minimum.

CALIFONE PA310 30 Watts RMS Rated Power Output Presentation Pro Speaker -
fig1

Recommended Set-up Procedure
Ideally, the volume on the unit should be set at maximum before the microphone volume is adjusted to the desired level.
Turn on the main power switch and use either a wireless microphone or a cabled microphone to adjust the volume.
Operating The Sound System

Place the PresentationPro at its desired location.
CAUTION: Assure the 120/240 switch is in the correct position.
Plug the power cord into a grounded 120 volt, 60 Hz outlet.
Connect and audio source. Plug a microphone into either the XLR MIC input jack or the ¼” phonemic input or a wireless Califone microphone. An audio source can be plugged into the AUX or LINE IN jacks.
Turn the power switch “ON” (the red LED on the rear panel should light).
Adjust volume (press the Vol+/Vol- on the rear panel or keys on PI-RC remote control), bass/treble controls for the desired sound.
Point the remote control at the speaker grill).

Volume Control
When the main power switch is turned on, the Volume Control is at the lowest level to prevent accidental damage to the amplifier. The volume can be controlled by using the Vol+/Vol- buttons on the rear panel or the PI-RC Infrared remote volume control. Volume is adjusted (+/- 4.5dB) with each push of one of the volume control buttons. Maximum volume is reached after approximately ten pushes.
The remote control must be used in front of the speaker as the sensor is behind the speaker grill. The volume control affects the loudness of both wired and wireless microphones.
Line Inputs
The line-level RCA input jacks can be used with audio sources such as computers, DVD players, LCD projectors, CD players, or connecting another wired PresentationPro. (The L+R stereo outputs to a mono signal without the need for adapters.)
NOTE: For wireless microphone operation, the wireless receiver audio output can be plugged into “Line-In”.
Line Out
The ¼” line out is used to connect to the input of another piece of equipment such as another amplified speaker. The outputs are monaural and the volume level will depend on the volume of the source. For example, the tape or CD player level is controlled by the tape/CD volume control. Line out is independent of the Volume Control.
Tone Controls
The separate bass and treble controls provide a wide range of adjustments for increasing or decreasing either the bass or treble from a “flat” frequency response. The center or “12 o’clock” position is flat.
Mic Input (Unbalanced)
An unbalanced, low impedance microphone input. For use with standard dynamic microphones that have a 1/4” phone plug.
Mic Input (Balanced)
Use this input for a dynamic (low impedance) microphone with an XLR plug. Condenser/electret (high impedance) microphones may need phantom (polarizing) voltage.
Mic Impedance Switch
This switch is used to compensate for mic impedance differences. It assures full amplifier output regardless of the microphone used. Note: All connections must be made with a shielded cable to avoid hum, buzzing, or radio interference.
LED
There are 3 LED indicator lights behind the speaker grill to give visual assurance of power, RF and audio reception.
Feedback Information
What is Feedback? Feedback is a ringing, howling, or shrill sound that is self-generated by the sound system when using a microphone. It is the result of sound from the speakers being picked up by the microphone(s) in use and then re-amplified by the system. This can form a self-sustaining loop that can damage the sound system if allowed to
continue, not to mention annoyance to persons nearby.
How to prevent feedback
ALWAYS STAND BEHIND THE SPEAKER WHEN USING A MICROPHONE. If feedback does occur, immediately reduce the volume. Always plug-in the microphone before turning on the power. Reducing the “treble” control may also help.

CALIFONE PA310 30 Watts RMS Rated Power Output Presentation Pro Speaker -
fig2 PA310 shown
with PI-RC Remote

PA310

Rugged steel-reinforced handle for easy mobility
Volume up / Mute / Volume down controls
Volume indicator
Power switch, LED indicator & DC power input jack
Separate bass, treble controls for quality sound
1/4” Line in and line out connect with LCD projectors, computers, whiteboards
Aux in jack for external audio sources
Mic input for XLR or 1/4” mics
PI-RC Remote controls volume up / down, mute, speaker power

Accessories

Wired Microphones
PADM-515
Dynamic, balanced, low impedance (50 ohms) with a cardioid pick-up pattern and comes with a 20’ cable with XLR phone plug.
PADM-510
Dynamic, unbalanced, high impedance (500 ohms) with a cardioid pick-up pattern and comes with a 20’ cable with a ¼” phone plug.
Hardware
TP-30 Sold separately. PresentationPro tripod includes its own carry bag.
MB-PA3T Sold separately. Tripod power supply holder. Sold online only
MB-PA3W Wall Mounting Bracket
Sold separately. Make sure to have a qualified installation professional install the hardware for wall mounting.
Califone will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from improper installation.

Specifications

Rated power output:	30 watts RMS	at 1% THD
Sensitivity for rated output:	Line:

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting Guide

Conditions

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Possible Solution

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No sound (power LED not lit):| Turn POWER switch on the plug-in power cord
No sound (power LED lit):| Check for output from the audio source make sure all cables are completely plugged in mic switch on the increased volume control
Distorted sound:| Check input cable connection lower input signal level reduces bass and/or treble
Excessive hum or noise:| Use shielded input cable
PI-RC Remote Control does not function:| Replace batteries

NOTE: If further questions, contact our technical repair department at 1(800)722-0500 or (818)407-2400
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR BACK.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.
This product is not designed to function normally in strong electromagnetic fields.
Consequently, the audio quality may degrade while the product is exposed to strong electromagnetic fields.
The normal audio quality operation will be recovered when the strong electromagnetic field is no longer present.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ATTENTION: ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. ALL OPERATING AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WHEN OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. HEED AND ADHERE TO ALL WARNINGS ON THE APPLIANCE AND IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WATER & MOISTURE – DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE NEAR WATER; IE. BATHTUB, WASHBOWL, KITCHEN SINK, LAUNDRY TUB, WET BASEMENT OR SWIMMING POOL.
VENTILATION – DO NOT SITUATE THE APPLIANCE SO THAT ITS LOCATION OR POSITION INTERFERES WITH ITS PROPER VENTILATION. FOR EXAMPLE, THE APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT BE SITUATED ON A BED, SOFA, RUG, OR SIMILAR SURFACE THAT MAY BLOCK THE VENTILATION OPENINGS. THE APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN A BUILT-IN INSTALLATION, SUCH AS A BOOKCASE OR CABINET, THAT MAY IMPEDE THE FLOW OF AIR THROUGH THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
HEAT – SITUATE THE APPLIANCE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES, OR OTHER APPLIANCES (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.
POWER SOURCES – CONNECT THE APPLIANCE ONLY TO A POWER SUPPLY TYPE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OR MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION – PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN SO THAT THE GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION MEANS OF THE APPLIANCE ARE NOT DEFEATED.
POWER CORD PROTECTION – POWER SUPPLY CORDS SHOULD BE ROUTED SO THAT THEY ARE NOT LIKELY TO BE WALKED ON OR PINCHED BY ITEMS PLACED UPON OR AGAINST THEM, PAYING PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO CORDS AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES, AND THE POINT WHERE THEY EXIT FROM THE APPLIANCE.
CLEANING – THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CLEANED ONLY AS RECOMMENDED BY CALIFONE.
NON-USE PERIODS – UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET / REMOVE ANY BATTERIES WHEN LEFT UNUSED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME.
OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY – CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN SO THAT OBJECTS DO NOT FALL AND LIQUIDS ARE NOT SPILLED INTO THE ENCLOSURE
THROUGH OPENINGS.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHEN: (A) THE POWER SUPPLY CORD OR THE PLUG HAS BEEN DAMAGED (B) OBJECTS HAVE FALLEN OR LIQUID HAS BEEN SPILLED INTO THE APPLIANCE (C) THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO RAIN (D) THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE OPERATING NORMALLY OR EXHIBITS A MARKED CHANGE IN PERFORMANCE (E) THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN DROPPED OR THE ENCLOSURE DAMAGED.
SERVICING – THE USER SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE APPLIANCE BEYOND THAT DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. ALL OTHER SERVICING REFERS TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Califone® International, Inc.
1145 Arroyo Avenue, #A
San Fernando, CA 91340 USA
Toll Free 800.722.0500
Toll Free Fax 877.402.2248
International Customers call 818.407.2400 or Fax 818.407.2405
califone.com

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