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General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
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NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. Achat 404PAM...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed for sound reinforcement. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium bat‐ teries can cause severe injuries. Follow the advice on the correct handling of lithium batteries in the present sec‐ tion. Achat 404PAM...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐ rent circuit breaker.
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(for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. Achat 404PAM...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage due to incorrect storage Deep discharge can cause batteries to become permanently damaged or lose some of their capacity. Before prolonged rest periods, charge the batteries to around 50 % of their capacity and then switch the equipment off. Store the equipment at a tempera‐ ture between 10 °C and 32 °C in as dry an environment as possible.
Built-in rechargeable battery with lithium/manganese technology providing long opera‐ tion time and very low self-discharge Volume, treble and bass control Built-in small mixer with EQ and presets for speech and music Black textured coating Cabinet is ready to host a 9.5" wireless system Tripod mounting thread Achat 404PAM...
Installation and starting up 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 product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Ä Chapter 5 ‘Connections and controls’ on page 18). Operating supply voltage The device can either be powered via the supplied external power supply or via the built-in lithium-manganese battery. If the external power supply is connected, the battery is also charged during operation. Achat 404PAM...
Installation and starting up 4.1 Dealing with lithium batteries WARNING! Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium bat‐ teries can cause severe injuries. Follow the advice on the correct handling of lithium batteries in the present sec‐ tion.
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Before disposing of the device remove the lithium batteries. Protect used lithium batteries against potential short circuits, e.g. by covering the poles with adhesive tape. Only use powder extinguishers or other suitable extinguishing agents to extinguish a burning lithium battery. Achat 404PAM...
Connections and controls Connections and controls battery-powered speaker...
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Combo XLR/¼" connector for signal input. The pushbutton (22) is used to change the sensitivity. 6 [WL POWER] Connection socket for power supply (12 V) of a wireless system. 7 [WL INPUT] Signal input from the wireless system, designed as a ¼" phone socket. Achat 404PAM...
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Connections and controls 8 [AUX IN] Additional signal input, designed as RCA sockets for left and right channels. The signals of both channels are mixed internally into one mono channel. 9 [INPUT] 3.5 mm phone socket to connect, e.g., an MP3 player. 10 [AUX VOL] Volume control for the AUX input (8) signal.
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Toggles the built-in equalizer between ‘SPEECH’ and ‘MUSIC’ settings. 19 [EQ] The LED lights up when the switch for the built-in equalizer (18) is in ‘MUSIC’ position. 20 [MIC] The LED lights up when the switch for the input sensitivity (22) is in ‘MIC’ position. Achat 404PAM...
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Connections and controls 21 [LINE] The LED lights up when the switch for the built-in equalizer (22) is in ‘LINE’ position. 22 [LINE/MIC] Input sensitivity switch for the ‘MIC / LINE’ input (5). battery-powered speaker...
2 × RCA socket Power supply for mains operation or for Connection socket (18 V charging the built-in battery Output connections Power supply of a wireless system Connection socket (12 V Output power 70 W RMS 280 W (peak) Achat 404PAM...
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Technical specifications Frequency range 70 Hz … 20 kHz, –3 dB Sound pressure level (SPL), max. 118 dB Dispersion characteristics 90° × 60° Power supply Power adapter (18 V Dimensions (W × H × D) 260 mm × 270 mm × 445 mm Battery type Lithium-mangan Operating time...
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Technical specifications Further information Radio control included Playback device Achat 404PAM...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground Achat 404PAM...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground battery-powered speaker...
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Plug and connection assignment 3.5 mm TRS phone plug (mono, balanced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding Achat 404PAM...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 battery-powered speaker...
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Plug and connection assignment RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding Achat 404PAM...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the 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 of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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Dispose of 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. Achat 404PAM...
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