AmpliVox SW915 Digital Audio Travel Partner Specification sheet

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Amplivox portAble sound systems
3995 commerciAl Ave., northbrook, il 60062
ph. 800-267-5486 or 847-498-9000
fx. 800-267-5489 or 847-498-6691
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Part #: N011-0039
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SW915 LABEL
Color: PMS 300, black, white,
Size: 7.32” x 1.27”
Made in USA
notes:
UPDATED 1/22/08
Thank you for choosing the SW915 Digital Audio Travel
Partner from AmpliVox Portable Sound Systems. We
are excited in introducing a “leap forward” in portable
sound systems with the incorporation of a fully digital
amplifier system along with an industry leading remote
control operation. Our system combines flexibility with
functionality. Please refer to this user manual as you
enjoy the unique capabilities of another quality product
from AmpliVox Portable Sound Systems. As always, you
can reach us at 800-267-5486, Monday - Friday 8am -
6pm CST.
Part #: N011-0039
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SW915 LABEL
Color: PMS 300, black, white,
Size: 7.32” x 1.27”
tAble of contents ......................................................... 1
GettinG stArted/Quick setup ...................................2
control pAnel functions..........................................3
controls / indicAtors ................................................ 4
inputs / outputs............................................................. 5
Audio functions & Adjustment ............................... 6
remote control ............................................................. 7
wireless mic ................................................................... 8
cd plAyer .......................................................................... 9
optionAl eQuipment
diGitAl recorder/plAyer .....................................10
cAssette recorder/plAyer.................................10
troubleshootinG.........................................................11
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GettinG started/Quick setup (also printed on Battery cover)
1. Power unit on with rocker switch. The display will light
with MASTER VOLUME indicated.
Display will go black after one minute’s inactivity to
preserve battery power. Display will illuminate with a press
of any button.
2. Use the remote or the UP and DN buttons on the control
panel, to select a function.
3 To change the level of a selected function, press the
ADJUST button. ADJ will appear on the display. Press UP or
DN button to obtain desired level, then press SAVE.
4. Use UP and DN buttons to cycle through BASS, TREBLE,
DUCKING, REVERB, VOICE, and all VOLUME controls; then
ADJUST and press SAVE.
5. UHF Wireless MIC - To turn receiver on - Press and hold the
SET button for about two seconds. The current channel
will flash three times quickly; then the system will begin
to scan for the next open channel. When it finds an open
channel, it will flash the open channel three times and
then set the channel.
To turn transmitter on - Before turning on the transmitter,
use the provided screwdriver to set the transmitter
channel selector switches to the same number that is
displayed on the receiver. Select channels 1-8.
6. BATT STAT indicator - Red = no battery power, Yellow = 1
hour left. Charge battery overnight for best results.
If you need further assistance, please call 1-800-267-5486,
8am-6pm M-F CST.
PLEASE NOTE: THE REMOTE DOES NOT TURN THE UNIT ON OR OFF.
YOU MUST DO THAT ON THE CONTROL PANEL
Attention: ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ
BEFORE OPERATING 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.
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 INSTR-UCTIONS 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.
product prices, feAtures, specificAtions And
AvAilAbility Are subject to chAnGe without notice.
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 REFER TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
important safety instructions
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trouBleshootinG Guide
problem & items to check
unit will not turn on
• Is unit plugged in?
• Are batteries charged?
• Are fuses blown?
unit operAtes on Ac but not bAttery
• Check battery terminals
Check 25A Circut Breaker. reset if needed.
sound is distorted
• If OVERLOAD is lit, turn down volume
• If using wireless mic, is red ‘Audio Peak’ lit? If so, signal (such as
voice) is too strong. Move microphone farther away from source.
• Turn down input source (such as keyboards, etc.) since the output
of some devices may be too high
• Check for debris on speaker cone
sound is muffled
• Bass too high
• Treble too low
feedbAck: A loud sQueAlinG, shrill or howlinG
sound thAt is self GenerAted
• Feedback occurs when a micophone is too close to the speaker or
the mic volume is too high, or the microphone is pointed towards
the speaker. It is also caused by sound reflecting ff hard surfaces.
• Reduce or eliminate Feedback by
• Pointing the microphone in a different direction
• Keeping themicrophone BEHIND the speakers
• Turn down the volume levels
power is on, but no sound
• Check volume levels for each channel and main volume
• If using wireless, be sure receiver(s) and/or transmitter battery is
installed and/or is on
• If using “line insert”, loop must be completed.
microphone siGnAl is weAk
• If mic has batteries, check batteries in microphone
• Turn on phantom power if applicable
• Check cables/connectors
wireless mic does not work
• Check transmitter battery is alkaline and ensure transmitter is on.
• Does yellow “signal” LED light when transmitter is turned on?
• Does the transmitter frequency group match the receiver group?
(are both A or both B)
• Are the transmitter and receiver on the same channel? (0-9)
Wireless mic cuts in and out
• Is unit visible (line of sight) from user? If not, move unit into view
when using wireless mic.
• Does the yellow “signal” LED go out when signal drops out? Check
battery in transmitter.
unit mAkes buzzinG noise
• Check cables – a damaged cable will cause this. Unplug cables one
at a time until buzzing stops.
• Check for Ground loops – use a ground loop isolator where needed.
Unit will not operate unless plugged into AC
bAtteries will not hold chArGe
• Replace Batteries every 1-2 years if unit is not left charging when
not in use.
• A full charge is best obtained when the unit is off and plugged into
the AC outlet for several hours. After a year or two the battery may
need to be replaced. Batteries are available from Amplivox.
• To replace the batteries use a phillips screwdriver and take out
the 4 screws from the batery cover on the control panel. Remove
the foam spacer, set aside. Pull out th ebatteries to access the
terminals.
• Carefully hold the battery with one hand while you remove the
mating connector. Replace with new batteyr and push mating
connector of battery wire onto the corresponding color/polarity.
RED = POSITIVE, BLACK = NEGATIVE.
• Place the batteries back in the compartment. Repace the foam and
screw in the cover.
cd does not plAy
• Is unit turned on?
• Be sure CD or CD-R is loaded into tray correctly.
unit will not plAy cd-r/w mediA.
• Inspect disc for deep scratches or cracks
• Check if player is in “pause” mode
cd skips
• Be sure unit is steady. If it is jarred, this may occur.
• Check for scratches on disc surface
cAssette tApe does not plAy
• Is unit turned on?
• Be sure Cassette is loaded in player
• Check if player is in “pause” mode
• Remove Cassette from player and check for entanglement
tApe becomes entAnGled in cAssette plAyer
• Carefully remove tape from player. - Clean heads and pinch roller
with rubbing alcohol and a swab or a commercially available
cassette player cleaner.
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Rated power output 250W Dynamic, 132W RMS
Battery (2) 12 volt rechargeable, 7.2 AH,
User accessible and replaceable
AC power 110-220 Auto sensing, 50/60 Hz,
Phantom Power Input Powers Electret condenser mics
Wireless Range Up to 200 Feet
Frequency response: 40Hz to 20Khz
Sensitivity 96dB
Equalization (tone) Separate Bass and Treble
Line output: Buffered, 600 ohm, 1/4in.-phone (pre fader)
Sensitivity for rated output:
Balanced Microphone -58 dBV (1.25 mVrms
Balanced Line -15 dBV (175 mVrms)
Unbalanced line -20 dBV (100 mVrms)
Unbalanced input: Hi-Z, Neutrik combo 1/4in.
Balanced Input: Lo-Z, Neutrik combo XLR
Weight: 35 lbs.
Dimensions (HWD): 23in.H x 11.5in. W x 11in. D
Warranty 6 years Electronics; 1 year on remote, Mics,
Cassette Player, CD Payer, Digital Player and
Rechargeable Batteries.
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diGital player / recorder operation (optional eQuipment)
Built-in 128MB NAND flash memory equipped for 120 min.
recording time.
SD card slot- supports industry standard SD cards up to 2GB,
providing up to 32 hours record time per card.
USB port connects to PC, which sees it as an external storage
device (no special driver required); or other USB - capable device
for easy download or duplication.
Up to 99 recording tracks.
Play MP3 & WAV format files.
Digitally record in MP3 compression format, high sample rate at
44.1 KHz, 128 Kbps.
USB plug type: USB 1.1
Impedance: 10K ohms
Output level: 0.9V +/- 2dB (1KHz/0dB)
Operating system: Windows 98, 2000, XP
cassette player / recorder operation (optional eQuipment)
POWER: Press the POWER function to turn the power on to the
Cassette Deck. Once the power is on, a small red light to the right of
the POWER function will turn on, and the COUNTER display below the
POWER function will light up. Press the POWER function again to turn
the power off to the Cassette Deck.
tApe counter: This 3 digit illuminated display serves as a numeric
reference for the user as an indicator of where on the cassette tape
material is being recorded or played back. Please refer to the section
below entitled ‘RESET’ for further information on this function
mode: The cassette player has three operating modes- CONTINUOUS
LOOP (plays side A then side B over and over until stopped), AUTO
REVERSE (plays side A, then side B and stops), NORMAL (plays side A
then stops).
record:
Press the RECORD function to record any of the microphones, CD
decks, or any other sources being reproduced by the SW905, including
the CD Deck. Recording will start instantly.
rewind: The REWIND function rewinds the tape back to the
beginning of the tape and stops automatically once the beginning of
the tape is reached. Press the STOP button on the Tape Player at any
time during the REWIND function to manually stop REWIND.
plAy (r. plAy And f. plAy): Cassette tapes offer two sides for
storing material on. As a convenience the CASSETTE DECK offers
the ability to play back both sides of the cassette without the need
to manually remove it and turn it over. Press the F. PLAY function to
play back the side of the cassette tape facing up; press the R. PLAY
function to play back the side of the tape facing down.
fAst forwArd: The FAST FORWARD function winds the tape
forward and is stopped automatically once the end of the tape is
reached. Press the STOP button on the Tape Player at any time during
the FAST FORWARD function to manually stop FAST FORWARD.
pAuse: The PAUSE function puts the tape on hold without
disengaging the RECORD function, or the F. PLAY or R. PLAY functions,
allowing the user to temporarily stop the tape
during recording or playback. Press the PAUSE function to temporarily
stop the cassette tape; press the PAUSE function again to start up the
cassette tape at the exact point it was paused at.
stop/ej (stop/eject) The STOP/EJ function serves two functions.
Press the STOP/EJ function once to stop the cassette tape from
playing, rewinding or fast forwarding. When the cassette tape is
stopped, press the STOP/EJ function to eject the cassette tape from
the Cassette Deck.
reset: Press the RESET function to reset the number in the
COUNTER display to “000”. This function can used at any point during
recording or playback, and is useful for creating a reference point.
direction/plAy indicAtors: There are two arrow heads that
indicate which side of the cassette tape is active, or playing or being
recorded on. The arrowhead aiming to the left indicates that the side
of the tape facing down is active; the arrowhead aiming to the right
indicates that the side facing up is active.
level: This controls the volume of the Cassette Deck, and allows
for adjusting the volume independently of microphones plugged into
Channel 3. Please see the section entitled ‘INPUTS AND OUTPUTS’ for
further information on Channel 3 volume control.
pitch: The PITCH tuning control allows you to change the playback
speed to alter the pitch of the sound. Turning the control clockwise will
increase tape speed and counter clockwise will decrease tape speed.
Normal position for this control is at center detent.
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* USB In: Computer can connect here to allow audio files on computer to be played.
** Mini Jack Inputs: To connect devices as MP3 players, portable tape and CD players or any other audio device that has a 1/8-in. output.
*** XLR/Combo Jacks: To connect balanced or unbalanced microphones that have either XLR or phone plug connectors.
**** AC Power Jack: Either 110 or 220 volts can be used WITHOUT needing to move a switch; as the power supply does this action.
***** Battery Status Light: Red = No battery power, Yellow = 1 hour left of battery power. For best results – charge battery overnight.
# Overload light: Lights up when volume is turned up too far and could cause audible distortion.
## ¼-in. Phone Jacks: Can be used for outboard processors, musical instruments and recorders.
control panel
LPOWER
BATT STAT
OVERLOAD
R
A
U
X
USB
IN
POWER
CH. 1 CH. 2 CH. 3
LINE
IN
ADJUSTSAVEDN UP
SELECT
OUT
CHARGE/AC ON
25 AMP
CIRCUIT BREAKER
110/220 VAC
AUTO SWITCHING
PARTNER
QUICK SET UP GUIDE
1. Power unit on with rocker switch. The display will light with MASTER VOLUME indicated.
Display will go black after one minute’s inactivity to preserve battery power. Display will
illuminate with a press of any button.
2. Use the remote or the UP and DN buttons on the control panel, to select a function.
3. To change the level of a selected function, press the ADJUST button. ADJ will appear on the
display. Press UP or DN button to obtain desired level, then press SAVE.
4. Use UP and DN buttons to cycle through BASS, TREBLE, DUCKING, REVERB, VOICE, and all
VOLUME controls; then ADJUST and press SAVE.
5. UHF Wireless MIC - To turn receiver on - Press and hold the SET button for about two seconds.
The current channel will flash three times quickly; then the system will begin to scan for the
next open channel. When it finds an open channel, it will flash the open channel three times
and then set the channel.
To turn transmitter on - Before turning on the transmitter, use the provided screwdriver to set
the transmitter channel selector switches to the same number that is displayed on the
receiver. Select channels 1-8.
6. BATT STAT indicator - Red = no battery power, Yellow = 1 hour left. Charge battery overnight
for best results.
Please refer to the owners manual for complete instructions.
Instructions are also available on www.ampli.com. If you need further
assistance please call 1-800-267-5486, 8am-6pm M-F CST. WWW.AMPLI.COM
MADE IN THE USA
INFORMATION DISPLAY
Turns off after 1 minute of inactivity to
save battery. Comes on with touching
any of the 4 buttons below display (DN,
UP, SAVE, ADJUST)
CD PLAYER / RECORDER
WIRELESS MICROPHONE RECEIVER
3 ADDTITONAL SLOTS FOR
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:
CASSETTE RECORDER/PLAYER,
DIGITAL RECORDER/PLAYER OR
WIRELESS MICROPHONE RECEIVER
RCA AUXILIARY
INPUTS
* USB INPUT
*** XLR/COMBO JACKS
** MINI JACK INPUTS
CASSETTE PITCH
CONTROL (OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT)
AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS - USED
TO SET ALL AUDIO FUNCTIONS
LINE IN / LINE OUT ##
PHONE JACKS (1/4")
INDICATOR LIGHTS:
POWER
***** BATTERY STATUS
# OVERLOAD
INDICATOR LIGHT FOR
AC OR POWER
*** XLR/COMBO JACKS
AC POWER JACK WITH
BUILT-IN LINE FUSE
HOLDER
POWER SWITCH
BATTERY PANEL
USER ACCESSIBLE
Quick Set Up
Instructions are on page 2
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controls and indicators:
on-off switch:
When power switch is in the ON position, the BATTERY STATUS LIGHT
will be illuminated. The color of the LIGHT indicates the condition of the
battery.
Orange – battery low, recharge immediately
Red – battery must be recharged before use
To charge the batteries, connect the unit to 110VAC using the supplied
power cord. The red CHARGER ON LED will be illuminated indicating
battery is charging. The batteries will charge when unit is operating with
AC power, HOWEVER the unit will charge faster with the power switch in
the “off” position.
THE SW915 MUST BE PLUGGED IN AND CHARGING WHEN NOT IN USE
TO MAXIMIZE BATTERY LIFE. RECHARGING THE UNIT ONLY WHEN
THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT IS ORANGE OR RED WILL SHORTEN THE
USEFUL LIFE OF THE BATTERIES.
mAster volume:
This is the master volume control for the system.
treble:
This control cuts or boosts the treble level.
bAss:
This control cuts or boosts the bass level.
microphone volume:
There are three microphone input channels, (Channels 1, 2 & 3 on the
Control Panel) and each channel has individual volume adjustment
controls.
phAntom power
The three microphone inputs on the control panel of the 915 can be
configured to supply phantom power for certain types of microphones,
such as condenser types, which require an extra voltage to operate:
Setup, Phantom Power: by selecting this function and using the adjust
command, the user can activate the phantom power for each individual
microphone channel by scrolling to the channel where the phantom
power is needed, and then activating or de-activating the phantom
power as needed.
voice/music:
Using the remote, press the V/M button to toggle between voice or
music. For speech, it provides a midrange boost for better sound
projection when in the VOICE position. This selection can also be
performed without use of the remote. Use the up or dwn buttons just
below the display on the Partner to scroll to the voice/music selection.
Use the Adjust button to toggle to either Voice or Music. Then press
Save to save your selection.
internAl wireless receiver :
Two UHF wireless microphones can be used simultaneously (with second
wireless receiver installed). Make sure that the channel selector on the
receiver is set to the same channel as the transmitter. Adjust volume to
desired level using the Wireless A and Wireless B controls.
Af peAk indicAtor:
Indicates when maximum transmitter signal strength without distortion
has been reached.
led window:
LED display indicates channel setting and scanning operation.
diversity indicAtors:
Indicates which internal antenna has better reception – A or B.
select button:
This function is used to select desired channel for receiving. There
is also a control in the microphone and belt pack that selects which
frequency the microphone product will transmit on. When the number
on the receiver matches the number on the microphone or belt pack,
the two devices will carry the signal.
set/scAn button:
The Set/Scan button can be used in two different ways: 1) in conjunction
with the select button to permit manual selection of an operating channel
in Manual Set Mode; and 2) Automatic Set Scan Mode, to initiate the
automatic channel scan and selection, which is further described in the
following paragraph:
AutomAtic scAn/set mode:
Press and hold the set/scan button for about two seconds. The current
channel will flash three times quickly; then the system will begin to scan
for the next open channel. When it finds an open channel it will flash the
open channel three times and then set the channel. (If an open channel
is not found the automatic scan will return to the original channel and
flash 5 times.)
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compact disc player operation:
HANDLING THE DISCS:
Always insert a CD, CD-R, CD-R/W into player with label side up! Proper
handling and care of CDs should be taken to insure proper operation.
Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the surface,
starting from the center of the disc and moving out towards the edge.
It is best to avoid touching the surface opposite the label to prevent
scratching or leaving fingerprints on the surface area. Always remove
disc from player before transporting unit.
NOTE: CD will play automatically when Digital Partner is powered on if
CD is left inside the CD player.
POWER:
Press Power button to turn CD Player on.
LOADING AND UNLOADING DISCS:
To insert disc, gently insert into disc player slot until engagement
mechanism pulls CD into player. Do not force CD into unit.
To remove disc press STOP/EJECT button twice and gently remove CD,
place CD back into jewel case.
NORMAL DISC PLAY:
Insert CD into player and press PLAY/PAUSE button if CD hasn’t
already begun to play. Disc play will start at first track. Player display
will indicate track number and time.
PLAY/PAUSE:
To pause CD during play, press PLAY/PAUSE button. Play will stop
immediately. To resume play, press PLAY/PAUSE button again.
STOP/EJECT:
To stop play, press STOP/EJECT . The disc will stop and the CD player
will return to beginning of first track.
FAST FORWARD AND FAST REVERSE:
To skip forward during disc play, press and hold F-FWD. To skip back,
press and hold R-RWD.
TRACK SEARCH:
To forward to the next track, press F-FWD once. The CD player will
forward to the next track each time the button is pushed. To search
for previous tracks, press R-RWD. The CD player will reverse to the
next track each time the button is pushed.
REPEAT-SHUFFLE (REP/SHU):
Use the REP/SHU button for repeat 1 of a selected or programmed
track or press twice to repeat all tracks or press three times for
shuffle of programmed tracks.
PROGRAMMED DISC PLAY:
It is not possible to enter programs during disc play.
Entering a program:
1. Press the PROGRAM button.
2. Using the TRACK button to select the track to be programmed.
3. Once desired track is selected, press the ENTER (Same as REP/
SHU) button.
4. Repeat 1-3 to add more selections to the program.
5. Once all selected tracks are programmed, push the PLAY button.
This unit will accept a maximum of 20-programmed tracks.
6. Press the PAUSE to pause disc. The programmed selections will
remain in memory.
7. To clear the programmed tracks. Press the STOP button.
MP3 DISC PLAY:
When you insert a disc with MP3 files, the display will indicate ‘MP3’.
Follow directions above for NORMAL DISC PLAY. Additionally, if your
disc is organized into folders, the display will show folder number and
track number as ’01 01’. Use the FOLDER button as follows to select
desired folder:
1. Press the FOLDER button once – ‘FOLDER’ will show on display
2. Press the REV or FWD SKIP button to move backward or forward
one folder- press multiple times until the desired folder number is
displayed.
3. Press the FOLDER button again- ‘FOLDER’ will no longer show on
display.
4. Follow directions above for NORMAL DISC PLAY.
CD PITCH CONTROL
Controls speed of CD being played – Center normal – clockwise
increases speed – counterclockwise decreases speed
LEVEL:
This controls the volume of the CD Deck, and allows for adjusting
the volume independently of microphones plugged into Channel 3.
Please see the section entitled ‘INPUTS AND OUTPUTS’ for further
information on Channel 3 volume control.
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wireless microphone setup and operation
We use only the best wireless microphones for our PA systems. Audio-
Technica’s 700 Series Freeway wireless delivers professional features
and sound quality unheard of in its class. These easy-to-use wireless
systems feature eight selectable frequency-coordinated channels,
diversity operation for increased range/reliability, automatic frequency
scanning, Tone Lock™ squelch and more. For multiple-mic applications,
as many as eight systems may be used together.
trAnsmitter setup, controls And functions
BATTERY SELECTION:
Two 1.5V AA type alkaline batteries
BELT PACK Transmitter Battery Installation:
1. Open the transmitter door by first pulling the catch down and then
sliding the door upward.
2. Observe correct polarity as marked and carefully insert two fresh
1.5V AA alkaline batteries.
3. Slide the door closed making certain it clicks securely in place.
HANDHELD Wireless Microphone Battery Installation:
Power /Mute Battery Indicator:
After the battery is installed, press and hold the power button unit until
the battery indicator LED turns green (it will first turn red, keep holding
until it turns green). If the battery indicator LED does not light up when
the power button is pressed, the batteries are installed incorrectly or
they are dead. The LED will flash to indicate low-battery condition. Press
and hold power button to shut unit off (light shuts off).
Mute Function:
With the transmitter on, a slight touch of the Power/Mute button will
toggle between muted and live operation. Red led indicates muted
operation, Green LED indicated live operation.
RECEIVER CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
THE POWER SWITCH ON THE HANDHELD MICROPHONE IS BUILT
INTO THE POWER/MUTE/BATTERY BUTTON, WHICH IS LOCATED ON
THE BASE OF THE MICROPHONE.
1. Unscrew the lower body cover slide it downward, and remove it to
expose the battery compartment.
2. Observe correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment
and carefully insert two fresh 1.5V AA alkaline batteries. Insert the
first battery and slide it toward the spring contact. Then insert the
second battery into the space remaining. Make certain the batteries
are fully seated in the battery compartment.
3. Slide the lower body compartment back on and screw the housing
together. Do not over tighten.
Note: Remove batteries from the handheld transmitter starting at the
bottom end, where finger indents in the battery housing are provided
for easy grip.
1 2 3 4 5
ANTENNAS: Are positioned internally at the optimal 45 degree angle for
best reception.
1 - AF PEAK INDICATOR: Indicates when maximum transmitter
modulation without distortion has been reached. Not affected by
position of Volume control (Fig. C).
2 - LED WINDOW: LED Display indicates channel setting and scanning
operation.
3 - DIVERSITY INDICATORS: Indicates which antenna (A or B) has better
reception and is in operation.
4 - SELECT BUTTON (for manual channel selection): Press the Select
button repeatedly until desired channel is reached. Press and hold the
Set/Scan button to manually set the receiver to indicated channel.
Channel number will stop flashing. (A brief touch of the Set/Scan button
will revert to previously set channel). If the Set button is not pressed
within 10 seconds to confirm the selection, the system will revert to its
original channel.
5 - SET/SCAN BUTTON: The Set/Scan button can be used in two ways:
1) in conjunction with the Select button to permit manual selection
of an operating channel in Manual Set Mode (see “Select button”
description above); and 2) Automatic Scan/Set Mode, to initiate the
automatic channel scan and selection, as follows: Automatic Scan/Set
Mode: Press and hold the Set/Scan button for about two seconds. The
current channel will flash three times quickly; then the system will begin
to scan for the next open channel. When it finds an open channel, it
will flash the open channel three times and then set the channel. (If an
open channel is not found, the automatic scan will return to the original
channel and flash 5 times.)
inputs and outputs:
microphone/instrument inputs:
There are 3 types of input jacks on your DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL
PARTNER, as follows:
2 – 1/8” phone jacks (3.5 mm)
2 – RCA jacks
3 – XLR or ¼” combination jacks (this jack will accept either type)
There are two types of microphones the DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER
is designed for Dynamic - for standard dynamic cartridge microphones
Condenser - for electret or condenser microphones, which require
phantom power (supplied from the amplifier)
There are three microphone channels (Channel 1, Channel 2, and
Channel 3), and each channel has individual volume controls. Each
channel will accept any of the listed microphone types, but only one
microphone or instrument should be plugged into each channel at a
time.
Add pre-recorded music to your presentations with the internal CD or
tape player. Channel 3 Volume Control adjusts the volume for these
units. In addition, an external source such as a computer or MP3 player
can be used by connecting to jack(s) on any available channel.
record/line out:
This jack provides the output of the mixer. To record or connect to a
house PA system, external equalizer, audio mixer, or transmitter of
AmpliVox S1294 wireless powered companion speaker, connect the
LINE OUT on the amplifier, to the input on an external recorder or PA
system. This jack functions the same as a signal “send”. (See Special
Features Section)
usb interfAce
When a computer is connected through the USB interface, the audio
portion of any multimedia programs (such as PowerPoint, Windows
Media Player, etc.) used on the computer will be heard on the 915. The
volume and tone controls in the computer program will determine the
loudness and sound characteristics of what’s heard from the computer
program through the 915.
line insert:
Use this jack to supply a signal directly to the power amp. This jack
functions as a signal “return”. Doing so will disconnect the mixer section
of the DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER and act as a power amplifier.
See the “Special Features” section for more details. This is the input to
use for the return signal from the Output of the Equalizer, Audio Mixer or
other type of audio equipment connected in the paragraph above. (See
Special Features Section)
Mixer stage – includes all the individual volume controls, input
jacks (14”-XLR combo, 3.5mm, RCA) and mic/line & phantom power
switches for the 5 input channels (2 internal wireless, 3 direct or
corded) ‘Record/Line Out’ and ‘Line Insert’ stage – see below.
Output stage - includes the music/voice switch, treble, bass & master
volume controls, power amps and speakers.
The DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER panel has ¼” phone jacks
labeled ‘Record/Line Out’ and ‘Line Insert’ respectively. ‘Record/Line
Out’ provides a feed from the Mixer stage, but before this signal goes
through the Output stage. In other words, this signal is not affected
by settings on the music/voice switch, treble, bass & master volume
controls. It can be used to drive an external recording device or
another audio system. The advantage to this configuration (pre-EQ
& master volume) is that the external system’s own EQ & volume
settings can be separately adjusted to suit its environment
and the two systems do not interact with each other.
The ‘Line Insert’ jack works in two ways. When no plug is inserted it
internally connects the Mixer to the Output. However, when a plug
is inserted it disconnects the Mixer from the Output, replacing it
with the external audio signal from the device the plug’s cable is
attached to. In this configuration, the DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER
Output stage can be used to amplify a feed from an external mixer or
playback device. For instance, assume a facility’s main meeting room
has a built-in sound system, but the adjoining room for the overflow
crowd has no system. A ‘Line Out’ feed from the house system could
be plugged into the ‘Line Insert’ jack of a DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL
PARTNER located in the overflow room. The DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL
PARTNER’s EQ & master volume can then be adjusted to suit the
overflow room’s conditions without any effect on the main system.
The other way this pair of jacks can be used is to insert an external
device such as a graphic equalizer, echo/reverb machine or other
audio processing device between the Mixer and Output stages of
the DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER. The ‘Record/Line Out’ on the
‘905 connects to the ‘Line In’ of the external device and its ‘Line
Out’ connects to the ‘905 ‘Line Insert’. Remember from the above
discussion that a plug in the ‘Line Insert jack breaks the direct internal
connection from the Mixer so in effect the external device is electrically
inserted between the 2 stages and becomes a functional block of the
DIGITAL AUDIO TRAVEL PARTNER.
fuses
There are two circuit protection devices that are user serviceable. The
25A circuit breaker protects the power supply and battery circuits.
Press to reset.
There is also a fuse in the AC jack. It is identified on the plastic with
a drawing of a fuse. ***DETACH THE AC CORD FROM THE UNIT
BEFORE FUSE REPLACEMENT*** This fuse protects the AC circuitry.
Use a flat blade screwdriver in the slot on the top of fuse holder to
slide the fuse holder out. Replace the fuse with a 10A/250V fuse if
needed. If after resetting and replacing the breaker and fuse , the
SW915 Digital Audio Travel Partner does not “power on”, please call
AmpliVox Customer Service at 800-267-5486.
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THERE ARE 4 LIGHTS ON THE SPEAKER SIDE OF THE DIGITAL AUDIO
TRAVEL PARTNER. THEY ARE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:
WIRELESS 1
WIRELESS 2
BATTERY STATUS
POWER
audio functions and adjustments
duckinG control
While speaking into a microphone connected to ‘Microphone 1’ or
Wireless 1, (main microphone) enabling the voice duckinG feature
will automatically reduce or cut out the volume of all the other channels
such that only the one microphone/source is heard. There are four
controls
1 duckinG: this control activates which source of the 915 that will
be used in the ducking circuit. The three settings are ‘Disabled’,
‘Microphone 1’, and ‘Wireless 1’. Select either ‘Microphone 1’ or
‘Wireless 1, to choose which of these two microphones are to be the
main microphone. Select ‘Disabled’ to turn the Ducking Control off.
2 AttenuAtion: this determines the sound level to which the
other channels will be reduced to when speaking into the main
microphone. All the way down will mean there will be no effect on
the other channels
3 threshold: This determines how loud the person speaking into
the main microphone has to be when the Voice Ducking feature is
active. This can help prevent any unwanted background noises from
inadvertently activating this feature.
4 delAy: This determines how long the Voice Ducking stays active
after the last sound through the main microphone is detected – a
period of silence will follow after the last sound, and the length of
that period of silence will be determined by this setting.
echo/reverb
This is a sound effect feature that makes the audio signal sound as
though it’s in a large area, such as a large cathedral or a cave, by repeating
the sounds that come into the SW915 through the microphones or any
of the accessories. The listener will hear the original sound, plus the
repeated sounds created by this feature. There are two controls:
1 level: this control determines the loudness of the echo. In the low
setting the repeated sound is perceived to be quite relative to the
original sound level. As the level is increased the volume of the echo
gets louder.
2 delAy: this control determines the amount of time that elapses
between the original sound and the echo. As the level is increased,
the amount of delay between the original sound and the echo is
increased.
treble:
This control cuts or boosts the treble level.
bAss:
This control cuts or boosts the bass level.
indicator liGhts
wireless microphone power liGht
There are two yellow lights located above the speakers on the 915.
These lights are WIRELESS 1 & WIRELESS 2. They mean that the power
is on and they are ready to use.
In models equipped with one wireless microphone receiver, the first
light (from left to right) is active.
In models equipped with two wireless receivers, the first light will be the
indicator for Wireless Receiver #1 (from top to bottom on the control
panel) and the second light is the indicator for Wireless Receiver #2
bAttery stAtus led indicAtor: LED is green when battery
voltage is sufficient for operation. The LED Battery Status indicator
turns red when the battery voltage is low indicating that the unit should
be plugged into AC for continued operation.
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remote control
remote control pickup pAttern
The remote control for the 915 can be used to operate the controls
from any direction around the 915, unless the user is standing directly
in front of the speakers. Also, the remote control will operate the 915
from a distance of up to 50 feet, and be in direct line of sight for best
results. 2 "AA" batteries are included. Velcro is included to attach your
remote to the SW915.
1, 2, 3: Select the numbered Channel Control Button to adjust that
channel’s audio . These channels refer to the Combo and 1/8 mini
jacks
4 & 5: Adjusts the level of the adjustment. Press 4 to raise level and 5
to lower level. Level adjustments are for the selected function such as
volume
6 & 7: Function Selector. Used to scroll through functions for selection
8: Master Volume Selector. A short cut key that allows quick
adjustment of Master Volume. Just press this key and then the level
keys to adjust the Master Volume
9: Mute All- Press this button to mute ALL audio output ( Panic button)
10: Bass Control-Press this button and bass will be displayed. Then
use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
11: Treble Control- Press this button and treble will be displayed. Then
use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
12: Voice/Music switch. Press this button to toggle between voice
and music. In the Voice position, the vocal frequencies are enhanced
to produce louder and clearer vocals. These effects are absent in the
music position to allow “uncolored” music to be heard.
13: Not Used for this model
14: Auxiliary Selection- Press this button to select the Auxiliary function
controlling the red/white RCA inputs
15: CD Selection- Press this button to select the CD player for audio
adjustments
16: MP3 Selection-Press this button to select the (OPTIONAL) Digital
Player/Recorder for audio adjustments
17: Tape Selection-Press this button to select the (OPTIONAL) Digital
Player/Recorder for audio adjustments
18-21: Wireless Selectors-Press these buttons to select a wireless
receiver for audio adjustments
22-33: Not used for this model
Ducking/Talk Over Section
34: Ducking Level- Press this button and Ducking Level will be
displayed will be displayed. Then use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
35: Ducking Delay: Press this button and Delay will be displayed. Then
use level buttons 4&5 to adjust the delay
36: Threshold selection- Press this button and Threshold will be
displayed. Then use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
37: Ducking Channel Selector- Press this button to toggle between
Wired Chanel One and Wireless Channel One
Reverb Section
38: Reverb Level- Press this button and Reverb Level will be displayed.
Then use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
39: Delay Level- Press this button and Ducking Level will be displayed.
Then use level buttons 4&5 to adjust
40-45: Not used with this model
PLEASE NOTE: THE REMOTE DOES NOT TURN THE UNIT ON OR OFF.
YOU MUST DO THAT ON THE CONTROL PANEL