FONESTAR MSH-883 User manual

MSH-883, MSH-887, MSH-892,
MSH-895, MSH-898
TRUE DIVERSITY WIRELESS
MICROPHONE SYSTEM, 40
CHANNELS “PLL” UHF 863-865 MHz
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We take this opportunity to thank you for buying this product.
We recommend you read the instruction manual before switching on the machine and follow the instructions
that are given. eep the manual for future reference.
SECURITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
ELECTRICAL SECURITY
Check that the current in the mains connection where the machine is to be installed corresponds to the
power supply of the machine.
To avoid damaging the equipment, electrical shocks, fire or physical injury when you connect or disconnect
the equipment from the power supply, pull the plug firmly out of the mains socket holding the plug, never the
cable.
Always do this with dry hands.
eep the power supply cable far from sources of heat. Do not put heavy objects on top of it or change it.
Clean dust and dirt off the power supply cable regularly.
Do not open the machine; you could get an electric shock.
CAUTION
While installing the machine, make sure it is switched off and unplugged.
Do not open the machine. Touching the internal parts is dangerous and you could receive an electric shock.
The machine must not be splashed or dripped on. Never place recipients with liquid inside on the machine.
Do not place anything inside the machine.
LOCATION
Place the equipment on a horizontal surface with enough space around it to allow ventilation.
Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources and excessive dust.
Do not place the machine near magnetic fields or static electricity.
Do not use surfaces which vibrate or receive impact.
Do not pile machines on top of one another.
VENTILATION
Never block or cover the ventilation slits on the machine.
Do not expose it to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat.
PERIODS OF INACTIVITY
When the machine is not going to be used for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains.
If you are using an adapter, take into account that it will continue using electricity even if the machine is
switched off. If it is not going to be used for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains.
THE ENVIRONMENT
To save energy, switch the machine off when you are not going to use it for a long time. The machine could
contain substances that are harmful to the environment or human health. To minimize the effect of these
substances the machine must be correctly managed and recycled when you decide to dispose of it.
When you dispose of it remember: it cannot be thrown into a conventional rubbish bin.
If it contains or uses batteries, these must be disposed of separately.
The machine (without batteries) must be disposed of correctly. Put it in a container specially intended for the
collection of electronic and electrical appliances, at the dump or hand it over to the dealer when you purchase
similar equipment, so that the dealer can dispose of it correctly (at no added cost).

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE*
The symbol formed by the expression “Class 1 laser product” written in a rectangle
indicates that visible or invisible laser radiation could be produced. Avoid direct expose to
the laser.
The symbol formed by a ray of lightening inside a triangle shows that the machine has
connection terminals or a circuit with areas with a current which could cause an electric
shock,even in normal working conditions.
The symbol formed by an exclamation mark in a triangle shows that the instruction manual
must be referred to for information on how the machine works and its use.
The symbol formed by one square inside another square shows that the machine has
double electrical insulation.
The European Community symbol shows that the machine complies with the current
European Union legislation, as well as its transposition to local legislation.
The symbol of a rubbish bin crossed out and over a horizontal line shows that when the
product is disposed of it must be done properly, placing it in a special selective electronic
and electrical equipment container or through a dealer when purchasing a similar product,
at no additional cost. It also shows that the machine was put on the market after 13th
August 2005 (European Community Directive 2002/96/CE of Electrical and Electronic
recycling, and its Spanish equivalent R.D.208/2005).
In accordance with what is set out in the aforementioned decree, FONESTAR is registered
in the RAEE (Registro de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos) in a special section REI
(Registro de establecimientos Industriales), with the entry number 001851.
The symbol RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) shows that the product has been
designed and manufactured restricting the use of certain dangerous materials (Directive
2011/65/EC on the restriction of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic
appliances, and its transferal to the Spanish regulations, R.D.219/2013).
*It is possible that some of these symbols do not appear on the machine.
EXEMPTION OF LIABILITY
The characteristics of the equipment and the content of the manual can change without forewarning.
FONESTAR, S.A. does not assume responsibilities regarding the inappropriate use of the equipment or the
information supplied in this instruction manual, and specifically disclaims any implied liability for marketability
or fitness for any other use.
All rights reserved by FONESTAR, S.A.
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THIS MANUAL IS FOR THE FOLLOWING MODELS:
MSH-883 Wireless system with 1 tie-clip microphone and wireless belt-pack transmitter.
MSH-887 Wireless system with 1 hand-held wireless microphone.
MSH-892 Wireless system with 2 tie-clip microphones and 2 wireless belt-pack transmitters.
MSH-895 Wireless system with 2 hand-held wireless microphones.
MSH-898 Wireless system with 1 hand-held wireless microphone and 1 tie-clip microphone.
OPTIONAL MODELS:
MSHR-45 Individual True Diversity receiver.
MSHR-46D Double True Diversity receiver.
MSHT-40M Wireless hand-held microphone.
MSHT-45P Tie-clip microphone and wireless belt-pack transmitter.
ANG-5L Mountt for assembly in a 1 U 19” rack.
DESCRIPTION
Wireless microphone system for the transmission of the audio signal in the UHF band 863-865 MHz.
Composed of a receiver/transmitter or a pair of receivers/transmitters according to the model. Each
receiver/transmitter set can work independently.
The system has 40 transmission channels available in the UHF band 863-865 MHz, with PLL frequency
control allowing you to easily select a transmission channel free from interference, using the auto-scan
function. (A maximum of 8 channels and 8 transmitters can be used simultaneously in optimum conditions).
Both the receiver and the transmitter have an LCD display incorporated,allowing you to set and visualize the
state of the equipment at all times.
The wireless system receiver has 2 aerials and 1 True Diversity circuit that continually compares and selects
the best signal from the aerial.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
INDIVIDUAL RECEIVER (models MSH-883 and MSH-887)
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DOUBLE RECEIVER (models MSH-892, MSH-895 and MSH-898))
1.- STANDBY: on/off button for the receiver in standby mode.
2.- IR: infrared receiver.
3.- IR-SW: by pressing this button the receiver transmission channel is sent to the transmitter microphone.
Then, place both the IR receivers opposite each other. The transmitter as well as the receiver will be
tuned into the same frequency and the same channel number.
4.- SCAN: this lets you automatically select an interference free channel
5.- Information display.
6.- Channel number and transmission frequency indicator.
7.- Volume level indicator.
8.- Wireless microphone battery level indicator. The battery level is shown when the microphone has been
tuned into the same channel as the receiver.If the level is low, the display lights up red.
9.- Receiver lock indicator.
10.- Radiofrequecy signal level indicator.
11.- Audio signal level indicator.
12.- w: for selecting the following channel on the list.
13.- SET: manual mode channel selection. Press the button and then press the w/sbuttons to choose the
desired channel. Once the channel has been selected, wait approximately 2 seconds until the option
stops blinking on the display and the channel will have been automatically selected. The channel can
also be locked by pressing this button after the channel selection option has been blinking.
14.- s: for selecting the previous channel on the list.
15.- VOLUME: controls for regulating the audio output volume.
16.- DC IN: DC power supply input. With 230 V AC/12.8 V DC adapter included.
17.- ANTENNA: female TNC aerial connector allowing the connection of the aerials supplied.
18.- BALANCED: balanced audio output, XLR connector.
19.- UNBALANCED: unbalanced audio output, 6.3 mm mono jack connector.
20.- MIX OUTPUT: mixed audio output for the 2 receivers, 6.3 mm mono jack connector.
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HAND-HELD MICROPHONE (mod. MSHT-40M)
1.- Grille: for protecting the microphone capsule and helping to reduce breathing noises and the wind.
2.- Display: this shows information on the tuned frequency,such as the channel number, battery level, RF
signal level and audio signal. If the battery level is low, the display will light up red.
3.- Battery cover: unscrew this cover to get to the battery compartment.
4.- GAIN: the audio input sensitivity adjustment.
5.- q: on/off switch for the hand-held microphone.
6.- IR: wireless hand-held microphone infrared receiver. For tuning the receiver and the wireless hand-held
microphone, press the IR-SW button on the receiver and then place this IR receiver opposite the one
on the receiver.
7.- Battery compartment: use two 1.5 V LR6-AA type batteries, alkalines or rechargeable.When you insert
the batteries, make sure that the polarity is correct.
8.- SET: this button lets you select between the following setup options: channel number and frequency,
RF transmission level (high/low), battery type selection (1.2 V - rechargeable/1.5 V - alkaline) to show
the battery level correctly and the microphone transmitter lock. To do this, press the SET button
consecutively and use the w/sbuttons to select the options.
9.- w/s: for selecting menu options to set the hand-held wireless microphone.
10.- Contacts for recharging the rechargeable batteries in the wireless microphone in the recharge docking
station mod. MSC-2.
Note: when you press the SET button to setup the different microphone parameters, a MUTE indicator
appears on the display and the microphone no transmits audio when the parameters are being set.

BELT-PAC MICROPHONE (mod. MSHT-45P)
1.- Display:This shows information on the tuned frequency,such as the channel number, battery level, RF
signal level and audio signal. If the battery level is low, the display will light up red.
2.- w/s: for selecting desired options to set the wireless belt-pack microphone.
3.- SET: This button lets you select between the following setup options: channel number and frequency,
RF transmission level (high/low), battery type selection (1.2 V - rechargeable/1.5 V - alkaline) to show
the battery level correctly and the microphone transmitter lock. To do this, press the SET button
consecutively and use the w/sbuttons to select the options.
4.- IR: Wireless hand-held microphone infrared receiver.For tuning the receiver and the wireless hand-held
microphone, press the IR-SW button on the receiver and then place this IR receiver opposite the one
on the receiver.
5.- Battery compartment: Use two 1.5 V LR6-AA type batteries, alkalines or rechargeable.When you insert
the batteries, make sure that the polarity is correct.
6.- Aerial.
7.- VOL: Wireless belt-pack transmitter volume control.
8.- 3.5 mm mono jack connector for connecting a microphone or a desired audio source.
9.- ON/OFF:Transmitter on/off switch.
10.- GUITAR LINE/MIC.: input sensitivity selector.
11.- Contacts for recharging the rechargeable batteries in the wireless microphone in the recharge docking
station mod. MSC-2.
Note: when you press the SET button to setup the different microphone parameters, a MUTE indicator
appears on the display and the microphone does not transmit audio when the parameters are being
set.
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CONNECTION
SITUATION
Place the receiver on a horizontal surface at a distance of 1m minimum from the floor, walls or metal surfaces.
eep the equipment away from sources of electric noise, such as lighting fixtures, motors, digital equipment,
etc.
CONNECTION
Connect the audio output to the input on a mixer or amplifier with connection best adapted to your needs:
Using the balanced XLR connector or the unbalanced 6.3 mmmono jack connector. The unbalanced 6.3 mm
mono jack mixed line signal can also be used.
Do not use the 3 outputs at the same time as it could cause signal loss and noise.
Connect the aerials and position them as a V.
Dismountable aerials: Ocassionally the aerials will need to be installed apart from the receiver, to avoid an
obstacle or to use the microphone at a distance from the receiver (auditorium, stadiums, etc.). In this case
we recommend you use 1 aerial cable (for example, mod. CAB-1M) and 1 amplifier and signal splitter (mods.
AMP-800S and DA-868).
Receiver
Mixer
Amplifier
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INSTALLATION IN 19” RACK
The individual receivers (mods. MSH-883 and MSH-887) are supplied with a short bracket for assembly in
a 19” rack and a connection plate to join 2 individual receivers, so that you can combine 2 receivers to be
iinstalled in a 1 U 19” rack cabinet.
Note: Remove the excess connection plate as it is not necessary for assembly.
If you want to install just one individual receiver in a 1 U 19” rack cabinet, you will need a long bracket
(mod. ANG-5L).
The double receivers (mods. MSH-892, MSH-895 and MSH-898) are supplied with some short front brackets
allowing assembly in 19” rack cabinets.
ANG-5L

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1.- Install the receiver and make the connections in accordance with the CONNECTION section.
2.- After making the connections, switch on the wireless microphone.
3.- Select the receiver output volume.
Do not use balanced and unbalanced outputs at the same time as it could cause signal loss and
noise.
4.- Insert the batteries in the wireless microphone (hand-held or belt-pack): open the battery compartment
cover and insert the batteries respecting the polarity.
Switch the wireless microphone on and observe the battery level on the display. If the battery level is
too low, the charge indicator will be at its minimum and will light up red. In this case, change the batteries
or use the wireless microphone recharge docking station mod. MSC-2 to charge them if they are
rechargeable.
5.- Transmission channel selection (frequency):
The transmitter (wireless microphone) and the receiver must be tuned into the same channel. Select a
channel that is free from interference in the receiver and select the same channel in the transmitter
(wireless microphone). For more information on the different ways to select a channel, see the the section
SELECTING CHANNELS IN THE RECEIVER.
2 transmitters (wireless microphones) cannot be used in the same channel (frequency).
If you are using 2 or more transmitters (wireless microphones) simultaneously, leave at least 4 channels
between the channel being used by the transmitter and the other, to avoid interference. A maximum of
8 transmitters being used simultaneously is recommended.
6.- Hand-held microphone adjustments:
- Switch the receiver on and check the channel (frequency).
- Adjust the receiver volume to an intermediate position.
- Switch the microphone and the amplifier on (or the mixer and the power amp).
-Test the microphone and adjust the amplifier levels (or the mixer levels).
7.- Belt-pack transmitter adjustments:
-.Switch on the receiver and check the channel (frequency).
- Adjust the receiver volume to an intermediate position.
- Connect the microphone to the audio input connector.
- Switch on the microphone and the amplifier (or the mixer and the power amp.)
-.Check the microphone and adjust the levels in the amplifier (or in the mixer) or in the microphone
itself.
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CHANNEL SELECTION MODES IN THE RECEIVER
MANUAL MODE
To select an interference-free channel manually, follow the steps below:
Press the on/off button to switch the receiver on.
Press the SET button on the receiver.
Use the w/sbuttons to select a channel and a certain frequency.
AUTO-SCAN MODE
To select an interference-free channel automatically, follow the steps below:
Press the on/off switch to switch the receiver on.
Press the SCAN button on the receiver and the receiver will
automatically scan for and select an interference-free channel.
Press the IR-SW button on the reciever and position the infrared
receivers from the receiver opposite those on the transmitter to
synchronize the frequency in both.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
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MSH-883 MSH-887
CHARACTERISTICS True diversity receiver with tie-clip
microphone with unidirectional electret
condenser capsule and wireless belt-
pack transmitter.
Auto-scan function.
Channel transmission to the microphone
through IR.
Dismountable aerials.
True diversity receiver with wireless
hand-held microphone with
unidirectional electret condenser
capsule.
Auto-scan function.
Channel transmission to the microphone
through IR.
Dismountable aerials.
RECEIVER/MICROPHONE PLL with 40 channels UHF 863-865 MHz PLL with 40 channels UHF 863-865 MHz
RESPONSE 40-18 000 Hz 40-18 000 Hz
OUTPUTS Audio:
1 balanced, XLR
1 unbalanced, 6.3 mm mono jack
Audio:
1 balanced, XLR
1 unbalanced, 6.3 mm mono jack
S/N RATIO > 105 dB > 105 dB
MICROPHONES MSHT-45P: 1 tie-clip microphone with
unidirectional electret condenser
capsule and wireless belt-pack
transmitter
MSHT-40M: 1 wireless hand-held
microphone with unidirectional electret
condenser capsule.
POWER 10 mW maximum 10 mW maximum
POWER SUPPLY Receiver: 230 V AC/12.8 V DC, 250 mA
Transmitter microphone: 2 x LR6-AA
batteries. Accepts rechargeable
batteries
Receiver: 230 V AC/12.8 V DC, 250 mA
Transmitter microphone: 2 x LR6-AA
batteries. Accepts rechargeable
batteries
DIMENSIONS Receiver: 210 x 45 x 156 mm depth Receiver: 210 x 45 x 156 mm depth
ACCESSORIES Mounts for assembly of 2 receivers in 1
U 19” rack
Mounts for assembly of 2 receivers in 1
U 19” rack
OPTIONAL MSC-2: Recharge docking station for
wireless microphones
ANG-5L: Mount for assembly in 19” rack
MSC-2: Recharge docking station for
wireless microphones
ANG-5L: Mount for assembly in 19” rack
PROBLEM SOLUTION
No audio - Check the power suppply to the microphone and receiver.
- Check that the transmitter and the receiver are tuned into the same
frequency/channel.
- Check that the amplifier is on and the receiver audio output is connected to an
amplifier input.
- Check if the transmitter is too far from the receiver.
- Check if the receiver is positioned close to metal objects or there are obstacles
between the receiver and the transmitter.
Interference - Check the positioning of the aerial.
- When using two or more transmitters simultaneously, check that the selected
channels do not interfere with each other.
- Check if the interference comes from another wireless microphone system, TV,
radio, etc
Distortion - Check if the receiver volume is too high or too low.
- Check if the interference comes from another wireless microphone system, TV,
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MSH-892 MSH-895 MSH-898
CHARACTERISTICS True diversity receiver
with 2 tie-clip
microphones with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule and 2
wireless belt-pack
transmitters.
Auto-scan function.
Channel transmission to
the microphone through
IR.
Dismountable aerials.
True diversity receiver
with 2 wireless hand-held
microphones with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule.
Auto-scan function.
Channel transmission to
the microphone through
IR.
Dismountable aerials.
True diversity receiver with
1 tie-clip microphone with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule and 1
wireless belt-pack
transmitter and 1 wireless
hand-held microphone with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule.
Auto-scan function.
Channel transmission to
the microphone through IR.
Dismountable aerials.
RECEIVER/
MICROPHONE
PLL with 40 channels UHF
863-865 MHz
PLL with 40 channels UHF
863-865 MHz
PLL with 40 channels UHF
863-865 MHz
RESPONSE 40-18 000 Hz 40-18 000 Hz 40-18 000 Hz
OUTPUTS Audio:
2 balanced, XLR
2 unbalanced,
6.3 mm monojack
1 unbalanced line mixed
signal, 6.3 mm mono jack
Audio:
2 balanced, XLR
2 unbalanced,
6.3 mm mono jack
1 unbalanced line mixed
signal, 6.3 mm mono jack
Audio:
2 balanced, XLR
2 unbalanced,
6.3 mm mono jack
1 unbalanced line mixed
signal, 6.3 mm mono jack
S/N RATIO > 105 dB > 105 dB > 105 dB
MICROPHONES MSHT-45P: 2 tie-clip
microphones with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule and
wireless belt-pack transmitter
MSHT-40M: 2 wireless
hand-held microphones
with unidirectional electret
condenser capsule.
MSHT-40M: 1 wireless
hand-held microphone with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule.
MSHT-45P: 1 tie-clip
microphone with
unidirectional electret
condenser capsule and
wireless belt-pack
transmitter
POWER 10 mW maximum 10 mW maximum 10 mW maximum
POWER SUPPLY Receiver: 230 V AC/12.8 V
DC, 450 mA
Transmitter microphone: 2 x
LR6-AA batteries.
Accepts rechargeable
batteries
Receiver: 230 V AC/12.8 V
DC, 450 mA
Transmitter microphone: 2 x
LR6-AA batteries.
Accepts rechargeable
batteries
Receiver: 230 V AC/12.8 V
DC, 450 mA
Transmitter microphone: 2 x
LR6-AA batteries.
Accepts rechargeable
batteries
DIMENSIONS Receiver: 420 x 45 x 187
mm depth
Receiver: 420 x 45 x 187
mm depth
Receiver: 420 x 45 x 187
mm depth
ACCESSORIES Mounts for assembly in 1 U
19” rack
Mounts for assembly in 1 U
19” rack
Mounts for assembly in 1 U
19” rack
OPTIONAL MSC-2: Recharge docking
station for wireless
microphones
MSC-2: Recharge docking
station for wireless
microphones
MSC-2: Recharge docking
station for wireless
microphones

CHANNEL TABLE
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CHANNEL FRE UENCY
1 863.000 MHz
2 863.050 MHz
3 863.100 MHz
4 863.150 MHz
5 863.200 MHz
6 863.250 MHz
7 863.300 MHz
8 863.350 MHz
9 863.400 MHz
10 863.450 MHz
11 863.500 MHz
12 863.550 MHz
13 863.600 MHz
14 863.650 MHz
15 863.700 MHz
16 863.750 MHz
17 863.800 MHz
18 863.850 MHz
19 863.900 MHz
20 863.950 MHz
CHANNEL FRE UENCY
21 864.000 MHz
22 864.050 MHz
23 864.100 MHz
24 864.150 MHz
25 864.200 MHz
26 864.250 MHz
27 864.300 MHz
28 864.350 MHz
29 864.400 MHz
30 864.450 MHz
31 864.500 MHz
32 864.550 MHz
33 864.600 MHz
34 864.650 MHz
35 864.700 MHz
36 864.750 MHz
37 864.800 MHz
38 864.850 MHz
39 864.900 MHz
40 864.950 MHz

DECLARATION OF SUITABILITY
FONESTAR declares, under its responsibility, that the wireless microphones MSH-883, MSH-887, MSH-892,
MSH-895 and MSH-898 comply with that shown in the European Parliament and Council directive 1995/5/EC
of the 9th March 1999, transposed to Spanish legislation through the Real Decreto 1890/2000, on the 20th
November.
This is class 1 equipment and has no use restrictions.
List of standards applied test
Standards Area Compliance with the 1999/5/EC essential
directive requirements
EN 300 422-2 RADIO Section 3.2 1999/5/CE Directive
Santander, 15th July 2013
Juan Vallejo
Technical Engineer, Sales Department
WARRANTY
This product has been tested and has passed the corresponding quality control prior to being put on the market.
FONESTAR guarantees the suitability of the product for its specified use during a period of 2 years from the delivery date and commits itself
to repair or substitute the goods as expressed in the Spanish law ‘La Ley General para la Defensa de los Consumidores y Usuarios, Real
Decreto Legislativo 1/2007 16 Noviembre.
The lack of conformity in the first six months after purchase, due to a manufacturing defect, will be rectified with no more than showing the
proof of purchase. After six months FONESTAR reserves the right to demand proof of the product being sold with that problem.
This warranty does not include damage produced by: inappropriate use or negligence, accidents, worn out parts due to use, breakages,
burns, spilt liquids or other substances, excessive humidity, battery deterioration and internal manipulation of the device, the software or
its components by unauthorized persons, and in general any use that is unrelated to the nature and purpose of the product.
If any service is needed during the warranty period because of lack of conformity, please contact the business or distributor where the
product was purchased in no more than 2 months after being conscious of the problem. It is only necessary to contact FONESTAR if it is
impossible or imposes an undue burden for them to solve it.
To benefit from this warranty it is necessary to show the proof of purchase with the date clearly visible, with no corrections or crossing out.
This document adds information, and never decreases the consumers’ rights, which in all cases are protected by the Spanish law ‘La Ley
General para la Defensa de los Consumidores y Usuarios, Real Decreto Legislativo 1/2007 16 Noviembre.
FONESTAR is a member of ECOEMBALAJES ESPAÑA, S.A. “ECOEMBES”, with number 03497 and all our
products carry the symbol, backed by our membership and subscription to the above mentioned organization with
the recycling and subsequent management of our packaging.
Manufactured in China for FONESTAR – Apartado 191 - 39080 SANTANDER (SPAIN)
www.fonestar.com
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