Phonic Sound Ambassador 75 Deluxe User manual

Sound Ambassador 75 Deluxe
Sound Ambassador 120 Deluxe
Wireless Portable Sound System

1. Read these instructions before operating this
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer
’ s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
“ dangerous voltage ” within the
product
’ s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the confined area during the operation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

Wireless Portable Sound System
Sound Ambassador 75/120 Deluxe
Phonic reserves the right to improve or alter any information suppied within this document without prior notice.
V1.0 NOV 23, 2005
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................4
FEATURES........................................................................................................................................4
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................................5
BASIC SETUP
...................................................................................................................................5
CONNECTIONS AND SETTINGS...................................................................................................6
WIRELESS MICROPHONE RECEIVER.........................................................................................8
CD PLAYER......................................................................................................................................8
TAPE PLAYER..................................................................................................................................9
OTHER IMPORTANT FEATURES.................................................................................................10
APPLICATION..................................................................................................................................11
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................................12
DIMENSIONS..................................................................................................................................14
BLOCK DIAGRAM..........................................................................................................................15

4 Sound Ambassador 75/120 Deluxe
Introduction
We at Phonic would like to congratulate you on your
purchase of our Sound Ambassador 75 Deluxe or
120 Deluxe wireless portable sound system. This
extremely stylish system will allow you to carry all
the gear you need to set up a moderate front of
house sound system anywhere you go without
lugging around chunky mixers, speakers and
cords.
Including microphone and line inputs, as well as
mini stereo in/out, the Sound Ambassador Deluxe
provides just enough room for a small band, choir or
DJ to give their audience crystal clear sound. The
Sound Ambassador can be further customized to
include a CD Player and Tape Player for adding to
the versatility of these great speakers. The built-in
amplifier pumps 75 or 120 Watts of power through
the 1” tweeter and 10” woofer – all of which is built
right into the cabinet!
This owner’s manual was designed to give you a
clear picture of all the features and functions of the
Sound Ambassador Deluxe. It is strongly advised
that you read this manual carefully before storing
it in an easily accessible in case it is needed for
future reference.
Features
 All-in-one portable sound system with
retractable trolley and wheels
 10" 2-way speaker system (120 Watts @
4 ohms on the Sound Ambassador 120
Deluxe, 75 Watts @ 4 ohms on the Sound
Ambassador 75 Deluxe)
 Optional UHF wireless microphones, CD
player with anti-shock, MP3 recorder, and
audio cassette recorder
 100-240VAC switching power supply
 Built-in DC charging circuit
 24 VDC supply from two built-in, maintenance-
free lead acid type rechargeable batteries
 24-32VDC inlet for external power supply
 Slot for choice of two UHF PLL synthesized
diversity or fixed frequency type wireless
receiver modules
 Built-in diversity receiving antennas
 One XLR and one 1/4" phone jack for wired
microphone input
 1/4" phone jacks and mini-stereo jacks for
line-level input and output
 Built-in limiter and protection circuitry to
minimize distortion and overload
 Individual volume control for wired and
wireless microphones
 Master volume control and two-band system
EQ
 Switched and unswitched speaker output
jacks
 Tripod stand adapter included
 Luxury molded cabinet, stackable or can
be used as a floor monitor or mounted as a
raised sound reinforcement system

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Optional Accessories
 UM30: UHF (16-ch) Wireless Handheld
System including a HT-100 transmitter and
UM-R10 receiver
 UM40: UHF (16-ch) Wireless Lavalier
System including a BT-200 transmitter, ML-
10 Microphone and UM-R10 receiver
 UM50: UHF (16-ch) Wireless Headset
System including BT-200 transmitter, MH-20
Microphone and UM-R10 receiver
 MK3-SA: Wall/Ceiling Mounting kit
 CD Player
 Cassette Recorder
 MP3 recorder
Basic Setup
1. Ensure all power is turned off on the Sound
Ambassador Deluxe.
2. All level controls should be set at the lowest
level to ensure no sound is inadvertently
sent through the outputs when the device
is switched on. All levels can be adjusted to
acceptable degrees after the device is turned
on.
3. Plug all necessary instruments and/or
equipment into the Sound Ambassador's
various inputs as required. This may include
devices such as microphones, electric guitars,
keyboards, etc.
4. Though it is not required (as the Sound
Ambassador Deluxe’s speaker is built-in),
you may wish to connect various devices to
the Sound Ambassador Deluxe’s outputs,
which could further enhance your set up.
5. Plug the supplied AC cable into the AC inlet
on the back of the device, ensuring the local
voltage level is identical to that set by the
voltage selection switch on your device. Plug
the other end into an AC power outlet. This is,
of course, not really necessary as the Sound
Ambassador Deluxe has an internal battery.
6. Turn the power switch on, and you should be
ready to go.

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Connections and Settings
1. Wireless Microphone Module Slot
These two slots are for the addition of wireless
microphone modules to your Sound Ambassador.
They allow users to use microphones from various
locations without a cord getting in the way. For
information on purchasing the wireless microphone
kit, please contact your nearest Phonic dealer. For
more information, please consult page 8.
Please Note: The wireless modules act as their own, individual
channel, with its own volume control – the signal of which is
sent to the main mixing bus.
2. CD Player Module Slot
This slot is for the addition of an optional Compact
Disc player to the Ambassador Deluxe. By adding
the CD player users are able to feed the audio from
CDs to the built-in mixer. For more information,
please consult page 8.
3. Cassette Player Module Slot
This slot is for the addition of an optional Tape
Deck to the Ambassador Deluxe. By adding the
Cassette player users are able to combine the
audio from Audio Cassettes with the main signal
of the built-in mixer. The final level of the optional
Cassette Player is adjustable by the Tape In control
on the main mixing panel. Other devices may also
be used in this slot, such as an MP3 recorder. For
more information, please consult page 9.
4. Level Control
These level controls on Mic 1 and 2, as well as
the Line Input channel, adjust the level of the audio
that is received through the corresponding inputs.
5. Microphone Input
This 3-pin XLR microphone jack and 1/4” Phone
Jack are for the addition of low and high impedance
microphones to the Sound Ambassador Deluxe.
On the XLR Mic inputs, we recommend using
professional balanced dynamic or ribbon mics as
they are less likely to have interference and provide
a good quality of sound.
6. Line Input
These inputs accept typical 1/4" TRS or TS inputs,
for balanced or unbalanced signals, as well as mini
stereo inputs. The 1/4” jacks are best suited for
input of electric guitars, bass guitars, synthesizers
and drum machines, as well as other similar line-
level instruments, whereas the mini stereo inputs
are suitable for many portable consumer playback
devices such as MP3 players.
7. Line Outputs
This 1/4” and mini stereo output send the main
signal of the Sound Ambassador Deluxe to
external devices. Users are able to send the signal
to other sound systems, allowing the signal to be
incorporated in other mixes, or to an amplifier,
allowing other speakers to output the signal in
addition to the built-in speaker, as well as link to
other Sound Ambassadors Deluxe. These outputs
are in no way affected by the master level control.

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8. Master EQ
This 2-band EQ allows users to adjust the high and
low frequency sounds of their main signal at 80 Hz
and 10 kHz, respectively.
9. Master Level Control
This control will allow users to adjust the final level
of the signal sent to the built-in power amplifier
and speakers. This will in no way affect the line
outputs.
10. Tape In / MP3 Control
This rotary control allows users to adjust the level
of audio that is received from the optional Tape
player or MP3 recorder.
11. Speaker Outputs
These 1/4” TS outputs allow users to send the
main signal of the Sound Ambassador Deluxe
to an external passive speaker. The impedance
of the passive speaker should be no less than 8
ohms. When a speaker is connected to the left
output, the built-in speakers will run in parallel
with the connected speaker. When a speaker
is connected to the right output (“switched”), the
Sound Ambassador’s built-in speaker will be
bypassed.
12. DC Power Input
This inlet is for the connection of a 24V – 32V
DC power source, which can be provided by an
external DC power source.
13. Power Indicators
The lights just to the left of the DC input allow
users to see the status of the battery. Batt. Full,
illuminates when the Battery is at full capacity, and
Charging flashes when the internal battery is in the
process of charging. The Power LED will light up
when the Sound Ambassador is on, whether it is
powered through the internal battery or AC power.
When the battery level is low, the Power LED will
flash for a few seconds before shutting the device
down.
14. AC Power Inlet and Fuse Holder
This is for the addition of an AC power source to the
Sound Ambassadors 75 and 120 Deluxe. Connect
the provided power cable into this inlet, and the
other end into a suitable AC power source. This
power outlet also features a fuse holder. If the fuse
blows, it must be replaced with another suitable
fuse (as indicated on the fuse holder’s cover). The
Sound Ambassador will not operate on AC power if
the fuse is damaged or missing.
15. Power Switch
Flicking this switch turns the Sound Ambassador on
and off. If no AC power source is connected to the
device, power will be supplied by the built-in battery.
When the power is turned on, the blue Power LED
(below the Charge LED) will illuminate.

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Wireless Microphone Receiver
1. Frequency Select – Use this to select the
frequency at which the wireless module will
receive signals. The wireless microphone
should be set to the same frequency.
2. A Indicator – Depending which antennae is
being used, either the A or B indicators will
illuminate.
3. AF Indicator – AF Indicator - This will illuminate
when a wireless microphone audio signal is
received.
4. B Indicator – Depending which antennae is
being used, either the A or B indicators will
illuminate.
5. PWR Indicator – When the device is turned
on, this LED will light up.
6. Volume Control – The volume of the
microphone signal can be adjusted using
this. Turning this control all the way to the left
will effectively turn the wireless microphone
module off.
CD Player
1. Program – Push this button to enter a track
into your program memory, to play the CD in
the track order of your choosing.
2. CD Slot – Insert your CD here. Ensure the
CD’s label is facing upwards.
3. Eject – When a CD is loaded, push this button
to remove.
4. Power – Pushing this button turns the power
of the CD player on and off.
5. Digital Display – View the track number and
elapsed time here.
6. Shuffle – Pushing this button allows the CD
player to play tracks in a random order.
7. Repeat / Enter – Push this button to set the
repeat mode.
8. Stop – When a CD is playing, push this button
to stop it.
9. Pause/Play – Pushing this button plays or
pauses the selected track.
10. Reverse – Push this button to go back through
the tracks. Hold it down to rewind an individual
track.
11. Forwards – Pushing this button skips forward
through the tracks. Holding it down will allow
you to skip forward through an individual
track.
12. Level Control – adjust the level of the CD
player’s audio using this knob.
Information contained within this page may be outdated
by time of printing.
When the Sound Ambassador is used as a floor
monitor, do not attempt to use the built-in CD player.

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Tape Player
1. Tape Deck – when the tape deck has been
opened, insert a cassette (magnetic tape
down) here.
2. Eject – Push this button to open the tape
deck.
3. Counter – Gives a visual indication of time
elapsed on the tape. Press the restart button
to set to 000.
4. Speed Adjust – Slow down or speed up the
tape using this.
5. Repeat Display – Users can see how their
tape will react when it gets to the end of the
current side. Select the repeat type by pushing
the Mode button.
6. Record – Push this button and either the
reverse play or forward play buttons to record
any signal sent to the tape player.
7. Rewind – Rewind the tape using this button.
8. Reverse Play – Play the “other side” of your
tape, using this button.
9. Forward Play – Play your cassette on the side
that you inserted it.
10. Fast Forward – Quickly skip through the tape
using this.
11. Stop – Stop playing your tape by pushing this
button.
12. Mode – This allows you to adjust the tape player
so it plays a single side then stops, plays both
sides and stops, or continuously plays both
sides until you stop it manually. Your option
will be shown on the repeat display (5).
Information contained within this page may be outdated
by time of printing.

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OTHER IMPORTANT FEATURES
Opening the Battery Cover
Remove the screws to open the battery cover. If a
replacement battery is necessary, please contact
your nearest Phonic dealer.
Retractable Handle and Wheels
The retractable handle on the top of the Sound
Ambassador Deluxe, and the inbuilt wheels, makes
moving the unit around trouble-free.
Stack-Points
These four points on the Sound Ambassador
Deluxe making stacking multiple devices a whole
lot easier.
Tripod Stand Socket
Flip the Sound Abassador over. On the
bottom, you will find a hole ideal for use with tripod
stands (35mm in diameter).
Wall Mount Points
The optional wall mount can be attached to the
Sound Ambassador deluxe modules using the M10
screw holes on the top and bottom of the unit.
As a Floor Monitor

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APPLICATION
SOUND
AMBASSADOR
SOUND
AMBASSADOR
SOUND
AMBASSADOR
MICROPHONE
MP3 PLAYER
LINK MULTIPLE SOUND
AMBASSADORS IN A
SERIAL CHAIN

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SPECIFICATIONS
Sound Ambassador 75 Deluxe Sound Ambassador 120 Deluxe
Woofer 10” 10”
Tweeter 1” driver 1” driver
Amplifier (watts),
RMS
75 Watt @ 4 ohm;
50 Watt @ 8 ohm
120 Watt @ 4 ohm;
75 Watt @ 8 ohms
Inputs & Outputs
1x XLR mic, 1x 1/4” mic, 1x1/4”
& 1x mini stereo line in; 1x 1/4”
& 1x mini-stereo line out, 2x 1/4”
speaker out
1x XLR mic, 1x 1/4” mic, 1x1/4”
& 1x mini stereo line in; 1x 1/4”
& 1x mini-stereo line out, 2x 1/4”
speaker out
Tone control
Treble +/- 15dB @10k Hz +/- 15dB @10k Hz
Bass +/- 15dB @ 80Hz +/- 15dB @ 80Hz
Frequency re-
sponse (-10dB
point)
50Hz~20KHz 50Hz~20KHz
Indicator
Battery Full Green Green
Charging LED Red (flashing) Red (flashing)
Power LED Blue Blue
Appearance
Retractable
Trolly Yes Yes
Wheels Yes Yes
Handle on top on top
Mount standable 35mm tripod stand socket 35mm tripod stand socket
Stackable Yes Yes
Floor monitor
version Yes Yes
Built-In limiter Yes Yes
Protection cir-
cuitry
thermal, subsonic, RF protec-
tion, Output DC offset, Power
on/off muting and HF driver
protection
thermal, subsonic, RF protection,
Output DC offset, Power on/off
muting and HF driver protection
Built-In Battery 2x 12V/4.5Ah 2x 12V/4.5Ah

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Recharging time 8 hours 8 hours
Battery life 4-8 hours continuous use 4-8 hours continuous use
Optional
accessories
CD player module, MP3
Recorder module, Audio
Cassette Recorder, 2x UHF
wireless mics
CD player module, MP3
Recorder module, Audio Cassette
Recorder, 2x UHF wireless mics
Safety Certificate CETL, CE CETL, CE
Power
Requirement
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, or 2x
battery power, or external 24-
32VDC power
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, or bat-
tery power, or external 24-32VDC
power
Dimensions
(HxWxD)
24”x11.8”x13.8”
(612x300x350 mm)
24”x11.8”x13.8”
(612x300x350 mm)
Weight 43 lbs (19.5 kg) 45.2bs (20.5 kg)

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DIMENSIONS
Dimensions are shown in mm/inches
612/24
612/24
300/11.8
300/11.8
350/13.8
350/13.8

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BLOCK DIAGRAM

Phonic America Corporation
5411 Johns Road, #605
Tampa, FL 33634
[phone]
[email protected]
http://www.phonic.com
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