Anchor portavox Owner's Manual

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Troubleshooting Guide

Having trouble with the sound system?
Condition
Possible Solution
No sound
• turn POWER switch ON
(power LED not lit):
• charge battery
No sound
• check for output from source
(power LED lights):
• make sure all cables are completely plugged in
• increase volume control on input used
• check speaker cable for faults
Shortened battery life:
• reduce volume to eliminate distortion
• charge battery fully before use
• replace worn battery
Distorted sound:
• check input cable connection
• lower input signal level
Excessive hum or noise:
• use shielded input cable
• use a balanced microphone
Having trouble with the wireless system?
Condition
Possible Solution
No sound:
• set mute switch to ON
• turn up Mic 2/Wireless volume control
• plug microphone into body-pack transmitter
• unplug any other mic from Mic 2 input
• turn sound system ON
• confirm transmitter power switch is set to PWR
• replace mic/transmitter battery
ANCHOR Audio, Inc. (310) 784-2300
100-0007-000 / Revision D, 08/97
(PB-500W only)
MIC 1
MIC 2
(wireless)
LINE
BATTERY
POWER / TONE
SPEAKER
OUTPUTS
BATTERY CHARGER
TX ON
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Summary of Contents for Anchor portavox

  • Page 1: Troubleshooting Guide

    • unplug any other mic from Mic 2 input • turn sound system ON • confirm transmitter power switch is set to PWR • replace mic/transmitter battery PortaVox Owner s Manual ’ ANCHOR Audio, Inc. (310) 784-2300 100-0007-000 / Revision D, 08/97...
  • Page 2: Quick Use Guide

    Specifications Thank you for choosing an Anchor Audio portable sound system. Our products incorporate state-of-the-art design and the finest quality of materials and workmanship. We’re proud of our products and appreciate the confidence which Rated power output: 2 x 20 watts @ 3Ω...
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Save the Inventory Adjustable stand made of black, anodized aluminum. Fits shipping carton and packing PortaVox and SP-500 speakers. • PortaVox sound system (1 control unit & two speakers) materials. They • MIC-50 Microphone VL-500 Storage Cover were specially designed to •...
  • Page 4: Feedback Information

    Feedback Information Battery Operation What causes feedback? (wireless continued!) Feedback is a ringing, howling, or shrill sound that is self- Using the microphone ON/MUTE switch. generated by the sound system. It is the result of sound from When set to the “ON” position the mic operates normally. the speakers being picked up by the microphone(s) in use To prevent unwanted sounds from being picked up without and then re-amplified by the system.
  • Page 5: Wireless Operation

    Operating the sound system 1. Unhook the two speakers from the center console and 1. Extend the antenna on the PortaVox unit. set them in front of your audience. For best results, use 2. If you’re using the body-pack transmitter, insert the stands to elevate the speakers 4-6 feet above ground level.
  • Page 6 Mic 2 Input WIRELESS receiver installed in your sound system. An unbalanced, low impedance microphone input. For use 1. The control panel of the PortaVox sound system has with mics that have a 1/4" phone plug. MIC 2 the following label:...

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