Luminaud Spokeman KEC MA-2200 User manual

Spokeman
SpokemanSpokeman
Spokeman User’s Guide
model: KEC MA-2200
For the Most Satisfactory Use of the Spokeman ,
Please Go Over this Instruction Sheet Carefully
Contact Us with any Questions or Problems
Luminaud, Inc . 800-255-3408, fax: [phone]
e: [email protected]
STARTING
STARTINGSTARTING
STARTING TO USE THE SPOKEMAN
TO USE THE SPOKEMANTO USE THE SPOKEMAN
TO USE THE SPOKEMAN - Your Spokeman is sent from Luminaud with batteries installed but
only slightly charged. (The government does not want instruments shipped with charged batteries.) You may
have enough power to try it immediately before charging it. If not, see section below on Charging.
CAUTION: THE SPOKEMAN SPEAKER HAS A STRONG MAGNET- IF YOUHAVE A PACEMAKER, DO NOT
USE, PLACE OR HOLD THE SPOKEMAN ABOVE THE WAIST UNLESS YOUR DOCTOR SAYS IT IS OK.
a) Insert the Spokeman in the case with the volume/off/on switch on the top and the face of the front of
the speaker toward the matching pattern of circular holes in the case. Lengthen the strap to the longest
length and put the strap around your neck so that the Spokeman hangs down in front with the speaker
facing into the room or else fasten it around your waist. (SEE CAUTION ABOVE) .
b) Look over the directions with themicrophone you have ordered and then insert the
microphone plug into the “MIC IN” socket on the top of the Spokeman.
c) Put on and position the microphone according to its own instructions keeping the
mic very close to your lower lip with the active part pointing toward your mouth.
d) Turn on the amplifier and begin talking. Notethat thePower Indicator light on the
top will glow green. (If it glows red, you will need to charge it before use—see Charging Your
Batteries - bottom of the page.)
Gradually increase the volume until you get up to a spot where your voice is
beingheard comingoutof thespeaker.Experimentwithincreasingthevolume further. Ifyougettoapoint
that you get a squealing sound, turn the volume down a little until it stops.
NOW
NOWNOW
NOW IT IS TIME TO EXPERIMENT TO FIND THE POSITIONS THAT WILL GIVE YOU THE MOST VOLUME WITH
IT IS TIME TO EXPERIMENT TO FIND THE POSITIONS THAT WILL GIVE YOU THE MOST VOLUME WITHIT IS TIME TO EXPERIMENT TO FIND THE POSITIONS THAT WILL GIVE YOU THE MOST VOLUME WITH
IT IS TIME TO EXPERIMENT TO FIND THE POSITIONS THAT WILL GIVE YOU THE MOST VOLUME WITH
THE LEAST FEEDBACK PROBLEM
THE LEAST FEEDBACK PROBLEMTHE LEAST FEEDBACK PROBLEM
THE LEAST FEEDBACK PROBLEM
. To help avoid feedback:
> Keep the mic and speaker face separated as far as practical.
> Position the mic very close to the lower lip, facing toward the mouth. You should not be able to get a finger -width
between the windscreen and your lip.
> Do not face the speaker closely into furniture, walls or hard surfaces that might cause the sound to “bounce.”
> Keep your head up so that you are looking directly at the people you are talking to. Note that if you are wearing
a headband mic and drop your head down toward your chest, it will probably bring the mic as much as 2 to 6
inches closer to the speaker and may increase feedback. If you have a Collar Mic, bend it so that the active end will
be up at your mouth level when your head is up - so that you don’t have to bend your head to use the mic.
> Make sure your hand is not obstructing the speaker face and do not cup your hand around the microphone.
POSITION THE SPEAKER AT WAIST LEVEL OR BELOW
POSITION THE SPEAKER AT WAIST LEVEL OR BELOWPOSITION THE SPEAKER AT WAIST LEVEL OR BELOW
POSITION THE SPEAKER AT WAIST LEVEL OR BELOW
(people with pacemakers - see caution above)
(people with pacemakers - see caution above)(people with pacemakers - see caution above)
(people with pacemakers - see caution above);
Hang it around your neck or over your shoulder - Or use the strap to fasten it around your waist.
Or use the belt loop with the Velcro® closure to fasten the case around your belt. In any case, if wearing
the speaker, try to keep it turned slightly to the opposite side of your body from the mic - for instance, if
the mic is toward the right side of your mouth, have the speaker a little toward the left side of your body.
OR Hang the speaker from a chair arm or back or any convenient hook, knob or handle.
OR, if you wish, take the speaker out of the carrying case and set it on a table, desk or lap tray
In any placement, make sure the speaker is pointing AWAY from your face and the mic.
In any placement, make sure the speaker is pointing AWAY from your face and the mic.In any placement, make sure the speaker is pointing AWAY from your face and the mic.
In any placement, make sure the speaker is pointing AWAY from your face and the mic.
THIS MAY ALL SEEM A BIT COMPLICATED, BUT WITH A LITTLE PRACTICE
THIS MAY ALL SEEM A BIT COMPLICATED, BUT WITH A LITTLE PRACTICETHIS MAY ALL SEEM A BIT COMPLICATED, BUT WITH A LITTLE PRACTICE
THIS MAY ALL SEEM A BIT COMPLICATED, BUT WITH A LITTLE PRACTICE
PLACEMENT AND USE WILL BECOME ROUTINE AND YOU’LL HARDLY HAVE TO THINK ABOUT IT.
PLACEMENT AND USE WILL BECOME ROUTINE AND YOU’LL HARDLY HAVE TO THINK ABOUT IT.PLACEMENT AND USE WILL BECOME ROUTINE AND YOU’LL HARDLY HAVE TO THINK ABOUT IT.
PLACEMENT AND USE WILL BECOME ROUTINE AND YOU’LL HARDLY HAVE TO THINK ABOUT IT.
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES:
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES:CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES:
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES:
When the power indicator light turns from green to red, the Spokeman batteries need
charging. Plug the plug on the charger cord into the Spokeman jack labeled 12V DC
Charge In and then plug the charger into a wall outlet. A charging indicator light will
show that the batteries are charging. For
ForFor
For a FULL charge, let the Spokeman charge
a FULL charge, let the Spokeman chargea FULL charge, let the Spokeman charge
a FULL charge, let the Spokeman charge
for
forfor
for 10 to 15 hours.
10 to 15 hours.10 to 15 hours.
10 to 15 hours. Do
DoDo
Do not charge for more than 36 hours
not charge for more than 36 hoursnot charge for more than 36 hours
not charge for more than 36 hours. (Note: the charger light
does NOT go off when the charge is complete. It stays on as long as the charger is
plugged in.) The need for charging will vary according to use. You may do a partial charge if you wish.
For instance, if the batteries have been in use and you want a full charge to travel with, it is alright to top
them off with a few hours of charge even though the power light does not show that a charge is needed.
OTHER SIDE: LOW/HI
LOW/HILOW/HI
LOW/HI SETTING,
SETTING,SETTING,
SETTING, USING NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, SPECIFICATIONS

LOW/HI - INDOOR/OUTDOOR SETTING
LOW/HI - INDOOR/OUTDOOR SETTINGLOW/HI - INDOOR/OUTDOOR SETTING
LOW/HI - INDOOR/OUTDOOR SETTING
The Spokeman will arrive set at “LOW“. This setting reduces feedback problems when you are in a small
room. If you need stronger amplification for larger rooms, nosier areas or greater distance indoors or out,
you can switch the LOW/HI Power Control Switch to the HI position.
Remove the battery cover.
Remove the two left side batteries over the switch. They will come out more BACK
easily if you remove the second from the left battery first, then the far left battery. BATTERY COVER
THE MAGNETIC PULL OF THE SPEAKER MAY MAKE REMOVING THEM A LITTLE HARDER THAN YOU EXPECT.
Move the switch to the preferred position.
Carefully return the batteries to the correct position. Note the diagram on the inside
of the back cover. Put the cover back on the battery compartment.
THE SPOKEMAN WILL BE MORE PRONE TO FEEDBACK AT THE HI SETTING SO YOU WILL NEED
THE SPOKEMAN WILL BE MORE PRONE TO FEEDBACK AT THE HI SETTING SO YOU WILL NEEDTHE SPOKEMAN WILL BE MORE PRONE TO FEEDBACK AT THE HI SETTING SO YOU WILL NEED
THE SPOKEMAN WILL BE MORE PRONE TO FEEDBACK AT THE HI SETTING SO YOU WILL NEED INSIDE
TO BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF YOUR MIC AND SPEAKER POSITIONING AND VOLUME SETTING.
TO BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF YOUR MIC AND SPEAKER POSITIONING AND VOLUME SETTING.TO BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF YOUR MIC AND SPEAKER POSITIONING AND VOLUME SETTING.
TO BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL OF YOUR MIC AND SPEAKER POSITIONING AND VOLUME SETTING.
SWITCH SHOWN
ON LOW SETTING
As you will see, changing this switch is quite a nuisance. Most people will no doubt prefer one
setting or the other for general use & will only change the LOW/HI setting for a specialsituation.
TO INSERT NEW RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR TO USE ALKALINE AAA NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:
TO INSERT NEW RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR TO USE ALKALINE AAA NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:TO INSERT NEW RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR TO USE ALKALINE AAA NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:
TO INSERT NEW RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR TO USE ALKALINE AAA NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:
After a year or two of use, your rechargeable batteries may need to be replaced. Or it may be that you are in an
area where you can’t recharge and you want to put in regular Alkaline AAA non-rechargeable batteries.
a) Open back cover and remove batteries.
THE MAGNETIC PULL OF THE SPEAKER MAY MAKE REMOVING THEM A LITTLE MORE DIFFICULT THAN YOU EXPECT.
b) Insert the 6 new batteries carefully as shown on the inside of the back cover. Be sure to insert batteries with their
+
++
+ and –
––
– markings exactly in the position shown.
c) Replace the back cover.
USING
USINGUSING
USING THE SPOKEMAN TO AMPLIFY A RADIO, A CD PLAYER OR A COMMUNICATION
THE SPOKEMAN TO AMPLIFY A RADIO, A CD PLAYER OR A COMMUNICATIONTHE SPOKEMAN TO AMPLIFY A RADIO, A CD PLAYER OR A COMMUNICATION
THE SPOKEMAN TO AMPLIFY A RADIO, A CD PLAYER OR A COMMUNICATION
BOARD WITH A SOUND OUTPUT JACK:
BOARD WITH A SOUND OUTPUT JACK:BOARD WITH A SOUND OUTPUT JACK:
BOARD WITH A SOUND OUTPUT JACK:
Use a standard cable with a 3.5mm plug (If you don’t have one, you can get one at places
such as Radio Shack) to connect the music or sound source from its output jack to the “AUX
IN” socket on the side of the Spokeman.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE SHOOTINGTROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE SHOOTING :
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:
NO
NONO
NO SOUND?
SOUND?SOUND?
SOUND? Make sure that the volume is turned on/up with the green power indicator light glowing and that the
mic plug is inserted all the way into the socket.
If the power indicator light is red and you are using rechargeable batteries, put them on charge.
If the problem persists, change batteries for a fresh set of non-rechargeable AAA batteries. If this takes care of the
problem, that is a good indication a new set of rechargeable batteries is needed.
And/or if you have another mic that fits the Spokeman, try switching mics to see if there is a problem in the mic.
DISTORTION ?
DISTORTION ?DISTORTION ?
DISTORTION ? Breathy, popping or hissing sounds when talking - move mic to one side or the other of the mouth -
placement to the side will avoid picking up these air noises from sounds like “s” and “p.”
“Tinny” sound from the speaker - reduce your own voice volume or move the mic a bit farther from your mouth
or a bit farther to the side of your mouth to avoid putting more sound into the system than the speaker can handle.
SQUEAL - FEEDBACK?
SQUEAL - FEEDBACK?SQUEAL - FEEDBACK?
SQUEAL - FEEDBACK?
Reduce the volume setting
Review the information on mic and speaker placement.
IF YOU CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS, CONTACT US -
IF YOU CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS, CONTACT US -IF YOU CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS, CONTACT US -
IF YOU CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS, CONTACT US - SEE WARRANTY INFORMATION BELOW.
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WARRANTY
WARRANTYWARRANTY
WARRANTY - The Spokeman Amplifier has a limited warranty of 1 year against defective parts and labor. Warranty
does not cover damage from accident, misuse or abuse such as dropping, crushing, submerging in liquid, exposure
to excessive heat, damage from sharp objects, etc. The Spokeman comes from Asia, but we will take care of any
repairs or problems here in Ohio. Warranty problems will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. Non-warranty
repairs are done at as reasonable a charge as possible.
MOST MICROPHONE WARRANTIES
MOST MICROPHONE WARRANTIESMOST MICROPHONE WARRANTIES
MOST MICROPHONE WARRANTIES are 90 days. See each mic’s instruction sheet.
INCLUDED IN THE SPOKEMAN BOX, YOU WILL FIND:
INCLUDED IN THE SPOKEMAN BOX, YOU WILL FIND:INCLUDED IN THE SPOKEMAN BOX, YOU WILL FIND:
INCLUDED IN THE SPOKEMAN BOX, YOU WILL FIND:
1 Spokeman Amplifier/Speaker with
6 rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries inserted 1 charger 1 Carrying Case with adjustable strap
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
POWERED SPEAKER
POWERED SPEAKERPOWERED SPEAKER
POWERED SPEAKER
Rated Power: 5 watts peak
Dimensions: 3" x 3" x 1½”
Weight: 7.8 oz including batteries
Distortion: Less than 5%
Inputs: MIC IN, AUX IN & CHARGE IN
Input Voltage: DC 9V (AAA size battery, 6 ea.)
Consumption: 200mA (Normal)
CHARGING ADAPTER
CHARGING ADAPTERCHARGING ADAPTER
CHARGING ADAPTER
Input Voltage: 120 V. 60 Hz
Output Voltage: DC 12V
Output Capacity: 250mA