CALIFONE PA329 Wireless Presentation Pro Speaker with PI-RC Remote Control Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- CALIFONE
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Wireless PresentationPro™
Public Address System
PA329 Owner’s Manual
Shown with optional MB-PA3W wall mounting bracket and TP-30 tripod sold separately
Thank you for purchasing this PresentationPro™ (PA329), 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) PA329 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” in
making certain that their power is off and volume control at minimum.
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).
Wireless Receiver
a) Set the volume controls on both the UHF receiver and the mic to 10
o’clock.
b) If using only neckband or clip-on mics, it is recommended that the mic
volume on the M319 Belt Pack transmitter (not the UHF receiver) is turned to
maximum. The volume control on the Belt Pack transmitter can then be used to
adjust the mic volume.
c) If using mics that DO NOT have individual volume controls it is
recommended that
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+Nol- 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, projectors, or mobile devices 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 1/3″ 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 –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 AND immediately walk further away from
the speaker. Always plug-in the microphone before turning on the power.
Reducing the ‘treble° control may also help.
PA329 shown with PI-RC Remote
- 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 jacks to connect with external audio sources, including mobile devices
- Mic input for XLR or 1/4” mics
- PI-RC Remote controls volume up / down, mute, speaker power magnetically attaches to speaker top
- Digital channel display needs to be set to match the wireless microphone’s channel
Accessories
Learn more about wireless mics
Wireless Microphones
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: |
Microphone:
Auxiliary:| 125 mVrms
4 mVrms 2
50 mVrms
Frequency response:| 60 Hz – 20 kHz+ 3dB|
Treble:| +10dB, -10dB, 10kHz|
Bass:| +5dB, -4.5dB 70Hz|
Speakers:| Woofer:
Tweeter:| 6” High-efficiency 4oHms, with a noninductive external shield
2” mylar dome, with crossover capacitor
Crossover:| L/C – 6dB/Octave @ 4kHz|
Volume control:| Steps up/down 4.5 dB per step| 10 steps to maximum volume
Inputs
Line inputs (2):| Hi-Z, RCA (summing L+R)
Balanced mic:
Unbalanced mic:
Auxiliary:| Hi or lo-Z, with phantom power (+15 volts D.C.)
Lo-Z,¼”–phone
Hi-ZMono¼”–phone
Line output (2):| 750mv constant| 2 – RCA, 1 – ¼”
1 -single 3.5mm input
Remote Control distance:| 20 Feet| 45º reception field in front of the speaker
AC Power requirements:| 110 – 125 VAC| 50/60 Hz or 208 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (HWD):| 6-1/4” x 10” x 8-1/2”| (159mm x 250mm x 216mm)
Weight:| Actual weight: 10 lbs| Shipping weight: 14 lbs
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Troubleshooting Guide
Conditions
|
Possible Solution
---|---
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
Califone PA329 Rev 01 0814
References
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