thomann M25 User manual

M25
megaphone
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
06.11.2012

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 10
4.1 Battery operation............................................................................................................................. 10
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 11
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 13
7 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 14
Table of contents
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
General notes
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This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates an immediate dangerous situation
that will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Symbols and signal words
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be
assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐
cient ear protectors.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
Safety instructions
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
nBuilt-in microphone
nAdjustable volume
nSwitchable siren
nRange up to 500 m
nIntegrated strap
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
4.1 Battery operation
This device is battery-operated.
Open the latch at the top and open the battery compartment cover. Insert 8 × 1.5 V batteries
R14 (C) according to the inscription. Make sure to respect the correct polarity, otherwise the
device will not work and may be damaged. Close the cover and lock it.
Inserting batteries
Installation and starting up
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5 Connections and operating elements
Rear panel
Connections and operating elements
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1 Latch
For locking the battery compartment.
2 Microphone cover
3VOLUME rotary control
Use this control to adjust the volume in talking mode.
4 Talk button
Toggles the microphone on / off.
5SIREN slider switch
Use this slide switch to turn the built-in siren on or off.
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6 Technical specifications
Power 25 W
Operating supply voltage DC 12 V , 8 × 1.5 V batteries R14, C (not included)
Dimensions (diameter × T) 230 mm × 370 mm
Weight 1.65 kg (without batteries)
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7 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of batteries
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This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose the device with
your normal household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of your old device
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Notes
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Notes
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Notes
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de