Chiayo CHALLENGER 1000 Operation Manual

Chiayo CHALLENGER 1000 Operation Manual

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CHALLENGER 1000
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Portable Wireless PA System
CHIAYO ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

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  • Page 1 CHALLENGER 1000 Operation manual Portable Wireless PA System CHIAYO ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
  • Page 2 ⚫ Use only manufacturer authorized or recommended accessories. ⚫ Use only with a cart, stand, tripod or accessories specified or provided by Chiayo. Be careful when using a cart to avoid injury from tip-over. ⚫ Unplug the product during an electrical strom or when unused for long periods of time.
  • Page 3 Operation manual Warning Please read and follow the instructions in this manual thoroughly to obtain optimum results from this unit. We also recommend that you keep this manual handy for future reference. Safety Precautions ⚫ Be sure to read the instructions in this section carefully before use. ⚫...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3. Application ..........................14 3-1 Active audio link: CHALLENGER 1000 to C-SLAVE ............14 3-2 Wireless audio link: repeat all audio to linked CHALLENGER 1000 / C-SLAVE ..... 16 3-2-1 Parts and functions of RP-5100M ................16 3-2-2 Changing channels ....................16 3-2-3 Music audio input (AUX IN)- Smart phone / tablet / MP3 player ......
  • Page 5: Instruction

    1. Module compartment 2. Control unit compartment Control unit compartment 1-1 In the box CHALLENGER 1000 amplifier 0-4 handheld / beltpack switching power supply (plug varies from country to country) transmitters (optional) operation manual 1-2 Optional related products ▍Modules &...
  • Page 6: Parts And Functions Of Challenger 1000

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 1-3 Parts and functions of CHALLENGER 1000 LINE IN volume CD power + MASTER volume MICROPHONE control volume control TREBLE/BASS control volume control MIC input (combo) battery indicator charging indicator LINE IN socket LINE OUT socket...
  • Page 7: Parts And Functions Of Active Companion Powered Speaker C-Slave

    This amplifier uses either two lead-acid batteries. If the battery indicator turns solid RED, the battery might not be sustainable for long operation and needs to be charged. Battery low indicator Charging status indicator Charging status indicator Battery low indicator CHALLENGER 1000 C-SLAVE Charging indicator Condition Flashes RED During recharging...
  • Page 8: Module Compartment

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 1-7 Module compartment For receiver / repeater module For receiver module For receiver / MP3 For receiver module module For Bluetooth MP3 recorder module DPRB-600M. 1-8 Connection with external audio sources WIRED MIC DVD PLAYER...
  • Page 9: Settings And Operations

    Settings and Operations 2. Settings and Operations 2-1 Using the wired microphone (MIC IN) Plug a wired microphone with a 6.3mm or XLR connector to MIC IN. Turn on master POWER and then adjust MIC volume control to a desired level. BASS / TREBLE equalizer (refer to P.13) can be adjusted individually.
  • Page 10: Using The Wireless Receiver

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 2-2 Using the wireless receiver 2-2-1 Parts and functions Diversity A/B Transmitter battery RF signal meter Channel antenna power Audio signal meter IR sensor area SYNC Power switch / PWR/VOL volume control IrDA synchronization...
  • Page 11: Channel Scanning

    Settings and Operations 2-2-3 Channel scanning For an interference- free operation, a cleaner channel might be necessary if the current one receives too much interference. To operate the scanning: Press ▼(down) or ▲(up) button to make Hold SET button until this icon the frequency icon appear on the flashes to denote readiness for setting.
  • Page 12: Volume And Other Settings

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 2-2-5 Volume and other settings Turn on master POWER and then adjust its individual volume control to a desired level. SYNC PWR/VOL BASS / TREBLE equalizer (refer to P.13) can be adjusted individually. EQUALIZER...
  • Page 13: Music Audio Input-Dvd Player (Line)

    Settings and Operations 2-3 Music audio input- DVD player (LINE) Plug the RCA R/L audio cable to the LINE IN jacks. Turn on master POWER and then adjust LINE volume control to a desired level. BASS / TREBLE equalizer (refer to P.13) can be adjusted individually. EQUALIZER...
  • Page 14: Equalizer For Wired And Wireless Microphone And Music

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 2-4 EQUALIZER for WIRED and WIRELESS MICROPHONE and MUSIC EQUALIZER adjustment is actually used to increase or reduce the high/medium/low frequency component of the speaker's restored sound. It is so-called raising or attenuating TREBLE/BASS via frequency-specific volume knobs to improve human voices or make musical instruments’...
  • Page 15: Application

    Application 3. Application 3-1 Active audio link: CHALLENGER 1000 to C-SLAVE CHALLENGER 1000 operates as the MASTER unit in an audio link (wired) configuration with active companion powered speakers C-SLAVE. Connect the CHALLENGER 1000 (master unit) and C-SLAVE (active companion powered speakers) via ACTIVE OUT and ACTIVE IN jacks.
  • Page 16 CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System BASS / TREBLE equalizer (refer to P.13) can be adjusted individually. EQUALIZER...
  • Page 17: Wireless Audio Link: Repeat All Audio To Linked Challenger 1000 / C-Slave

    Application 3-2 Wireless audio link: repeat all audio to linked CHALLENGER 1000 / C-SLAVE CHALLENGER 1000 operates as the MASTER unit in a wireless audio link with other CHALLENGER 1000 or active companion powered speakers C-SLAVE. The repeater module RP-5100M of master CHALLENGER 1000 can transmit all audio signals, including wired/wireless microphone, music, instrument etc., to other units installed with receiver module.
  • Page 18: Music Audio Input (Aux In)- Smart Phone / Tablet / Mp3 Player

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 3-2-3 Music audio input (AUX IN)- Smart phone / tablet / MP3 player Connect your device to the 3.5mm jack of AUX IN with a 3.5mm 3-pole stereo audio cable. Use a mini screw driver to adjust the volume of the input audio.
  • Page 19 IrDA receiver module COMPANION Turn on master POWER of CHALLENGER 1000 and EACH C-SLAVE and then adjust master volume control to a desired level. Turn on power of EACH C-SLAVE and then adjust the volume control to a desired level.
  • Page 20: More Extension

    Portable Wireless PA System 3-3 More extension To reach wider coverage, the companion unit CHALLENGER 1000 / C-SLAVE can serve as SUB-MASTER to transmit signals to SUB-COMPANION units. Important: Please do not set the SUB-COMPANION as next MASTER in order to guarantee best sound quality.
  • Page 21: Connecting Chalanger 1000 To 1 Or 2 Passive Companion Speakers

    Application 3-4 Connecting CHALANGER 1000 to 1 or 2 passive companion speakers Plug the external speaker’s audio cable with a 6.3mm connector to the speaker input socket of passive companion speaker C-SP or a 4~8Ω load speaker. The C-SP speaker can link to another C-SP. Two C-SP at max in each daisy link. Max cable length less than 20m.
  • Page 22: Connecting C-Slave To 1 Or 2 Passive Companion Speakers

    CHALLENGER 1000 Portable Wireless PA System 3-5 Connecting C-SLAVE to 1 or 2 passive companion speakers Plug the external speaker’s audio cable with a 6.3mm connector to the speaker input socket of passive companion speaker C-SP or a 4~8Ω load speaker. The C-SP speaker can link to another C-SP.
  • Page 23: Installing Or Replacing A Receiver/Repeater/Mp3 Module

    Installing or replacing a receiver/repeater/MP3 module 4. Installing or replacing a receiver/repeater/MP3 module There are four slots above the control panel and two on MB-50 module bracket for installing optional modules which includes receiver, repeater and MP3 recorder modules. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver (not included) to remove the screws of the blank cover panel or current module’s panel.
  • Page 24: Faq & Useful Operation Tips

    5. FAQ & useful operation tips How to adjust the best volume? For CHIAYO PA system with a master volume control, turn the master volume to 12 o'clock and then gradually adjust the volume of audio inputs (microphone, CD, MP3, etc.) from minimum to an appropriate level.
  • Page 25 If the battery is fully charged after usage without over-discharging, the battery life can reach about 2 years. Is it possible that CHALLENGER 1000 can work as amplifier only? Can I use only one or more microphones? How many wireless microphones can be used at...
  • Page 26: Maintenance-Free Lead-Acid And Lithium Batteries

    2. Please use the power supply specified by CHIAYO for charging. 3. The CHIAYO amplifier has a protection circuit to prevent overcharging. However, it’s recommended that the charging time not exceed 12 hours. Please disconnect the power supply when fully charged.
  • Page 27 Maintenance-free Lead-acid and Lithium batteries...
  • Page 28 CHIAYO ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Http://www.chiayo.com.tw | Email: sales@chiayo.com.tw Office: 30, Lane 27, Section 4, Jen-Ai Road, Taipei 10685, Taiwan | Tel: 886-2-27415741 | Fax: 886-2-27525242 Factory: 88, Chung-Hsiao Street 2, Chiayi 60080, Taiwan | Tel: 886-5-2711000 | Fax: 886-5-5767611...

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