Califone 916 User Manual
s p e c i f i c a t i o n s
p o w e r p r o a c c e s s o r i e s
Speaker System Bass reflex design tuned to 50 Hz
Woofer 10” diameter, 2” diameter voice coil, high
efficiency 40 ounce magnet, moisture resistant cone
with 120 Watt Capacity
Horn Tweeter 4.25” square, 12 ounce magnet, 1” diameter
voice coil, 30 Watts RMS capacity, phenolic diaphragm,
moisture resistant
Crossover Network 3 kHz @12 dB/Octave, air core inductors, Mylar/Low
DF capacitors, fiberglass P.C.B. circuit
Frequency Response 45 Hz to 18 kHz
Amplifier 90 Watts RMS
Sound Pressure Level 94 dB, 1 Watt @ 1 Meter
Power Sources 100-240 volt AC universal power supply and 12 volt lead
acid (sealed and maintenance-free) batteries included.
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Wireless System
Receivers Two 16-channel UHF wireless, 794-806 MHz,
Phase Lock Loop, internal antenna, on/off volume
control, AF/RF receiving LED, 300’ range
Transmitter 300’ range. Handheld wireless mic or belt pack
transmitter with three types of hands-free microphones
(sold separately)
Audio Line Line level capable bus to connect two wired units for
greater coverage of larger venues with volume control
for remote speakers
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Built-in Media Players
CD Player Fully programmable, built-in anti-shock mechanism, shuffle
Cassette Player/Recorder Full Logic Player and recorder, APSS Program, LCD tape
counter, 3 Mode Auto reverse, variable speed control +/-15%
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Mixer Panel
Mic In #1 (wired mic) Combination XLR/ 1/4” phone jack, mic volume,
Speech/music switch
Mic In #2 (wired mic) Combination XLR/ 1/4” phone jack, mic volume,
Speech/music switch
Voice Music Switch Adds emphasis in voice frequency range for
longer range projections
Line IN Via dual white & red RCA jacks, line in level control
Line OUT Via dual white & red RCA jacks
Voice Priority Switch Mic override of background music (ducking)
Speaker Mute Mutes main speaker and all connected
speakers (wired/wireless)
Speaker OUT Switched 1/4” jack disengages main speaker,
unswitched 1/4” jack divides power between main
speaker and companion speakers
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Mechanical Features
Rear Panel Angled for easier accessbility and viewing
Enclosure Fiberglass reinforced polypropylene
Grille 1.5mm steel with powder-coated finish
Battery Compartment Front-accessible with removal of two service screws
Tripod Mount Recessed into bottom, molded at optimum center of gravity
3-Wire Cord 6’, for safe use in government facilities and hospitals
Dimension (HWD) 24” H x 14” W x 14” D
Weight 52 pounds
Compliance CE/C-UL approved for safe use in schools
and rental events
Warranty 6 years from date of purchase for amplifier; 1 year on
cassette mechanism, battery, wireless transmitters/
receivers, CD mechanism
Speakers
Wireless PowerPro and Wireless PresentationPro (PA300+UHF) speakers share common
frequencies and can be used together!
Product Description Weight
PA916-PS Powered Wireless Speaker, one 16-channel UHF true
diversity PLL wireless receiver, 90 Watts RMS 47
PA916-SP Companion Speaker (Non-powered) 34 lbs.
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Wireless Mics
The Q316 and M316 are 16-channel UHF wireless mics/transmitters and can be
used with any PowerPro and PresentationPro system!
Product Description Weight
Q-316 Wireless handheld Mic 1
M-316 Beltpack Transmitter for 3 following hands-free mics 1
CM-316 Electret Flexible Collar Mic 1
HBM-316 Electret Headset Mic 1
LM-316 Electret Lapel Mic 1
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Wired Mics
Product Description Weight
PADM-515 Dynamic, Lo-Z handheld Mic, 15’ cable, XLR plug 2
PADM-510 Dynamic, Lo-Z handheld Mic, 15’ cable, 1/4” phone plug 2
PADM-550 Deluxe Balanced Lo-Z handheld Mic, 60-15k Hz range, XLR, carry case 2
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Wireless Transmitters/Receivers
Product Description Weight
TR-16 Universal Transmitter, 16-channel UHF 10
R-16 Universal Receiver, 16-channel UHF 10
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Mic Stands/cables
Product Description Weight
TP-50 Adjustable Tripod, rated for 99 pounds 11
C-TP50 Heavy Duty Nylon Carry Case for TP-50 Tripod 2
SC-50 Speaker Cable (50’) for non-powered speaker 2
K-201-1 Mic Floor Stand 7
PSC-50 Bus Cable for Powered Speaker 2
K-415 Mic Holder to use with PADM-515 1
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PowerPro Packages
PA-916 MSRP $1650
PA-916-PS MSRP $890
PA-916-SP MSRP $535
PA-916A (1) PA-916, (1) PA916-PS powered wireless companion speaker,
(1) SC-50 speaker cable, (1) Q316 wireless handheld mic, (2) TP-50 tripods,
(1) PADM-558 wired mic, 15’ cable, (1) K-201-1 mic floorstand,
(1) K-415 mic holder
MSRP $2900
PA-916B (1) PA-916, (1) TP-50 tripod, (1) PADM-515 wired mic with 15’ cable,
(1) K-201-1 mic floorstand, (1) K-415 mic holder
MSRP $1750
PA-916D (1) PA-916, (1) PA916-SP non-powered companion speaker, (1) SC-50 speaker
cable, (1) Q316 wireless handheld mic, (2) TP-50 tripods, (1) PADM-515 wired
mic, 15’ cable, (1) K-201-1 mic floorstand, (1) K-415 mic holder
MSRP $2525
Califone International 800-722-0500 califone.com
PowerPro – Your One System for Every Audience
See all of the components and system packages online at califone.com
Introducing the next generation in portable PA systems.
The PowerPro builds upon the award-winning PowerPro
series, with more features and better performance than
any other portable PA and is endorsed by educators
and professional AV installers.
Two 16-channel UHF Receivers
allows two wireless mics to
speak simultaneously, each with
individual volume control
Programmable CD Player
plays CD, CD-R/RW formats,
LCD display, includes shuffle
and repeat functions
Cassette Player / Recorder;
Soft Touch Controls with
Variable Speed Control
Two balanced/unbalanced
mic inputs (uses combo XLR/1/4”
jacks), each with individual
volume control
Five LED lights on front
gives visual confirmation of
system functioning
Steel-reinforced molded
pull-up handle has 4
adjustable positions
Line-Out with individual
volume control adjusts level of
powered companion speakers
when connected with cable
Line-In Tape/CD controls
Separate Treble, Bass
controls and digital master
volume control
Steel Skid Guards
prevent damage from
hauling on stairs
300’ Wireless transmission from
master to unlimited
number of UHF companion speakers
PA916-PS
Wireless Connectivity
• Dual built-in UHF receivers with 16 selectable channels
• 300’ Wireless transmission range to an unlimited number of wireless
companion speakers for expanded coverage with no cables
Wireless Versatility
• Combination XLR/ ” phone plugs
• Dedicated level controls to accommodate balanced/unbalanced mics
• Switchable AC/DC power supply with built-in charger circuit
Power and Performance
• 90 Watts RMS power for crisp, clear performance for up to 1000 people
• Most efcient amplier in its class (aka loudest)!
A Complete Multimedia System
• Full logic CD player
• Full-featured programmable variable speed cassette deck (player/recorder)
• Dual line inputs to connect your computer, projector or other sources
Advanced Controls
• Digital master volume control with separate bass and treble controls
• Infrared volume/mute remote control
Rugged Portability
• Large, rugged 3.5” wheels
• Convenient four-position telescoping handle
Dependability
• CE and C/UL approved safe for school use and by rental houses
• Made by Califone, the leader in powerful portable presentation systems
• Audio manufacturer since 1947
Built-in charging circuit
restores battery automatically
when the unit is plugged in
Voice Priority Switch
automatically lowers music
volume for announcements
PA-916
The PowerPro is your portable solution for every
audience and every event – large or small, indoors or
out. Fully wireless, versatile and fully portable. And
it’s compatible with the wireless PresentationPro
speakers and mics, making it a breeze to expand
your system as your needs grow. Best of all, it’s
from Califone, so you know it’s affordable,
easy to operate and built to last.
Speaker Mute function
for Companion Speakers
Switched/unswitched
speaker out
3.5” go anywhere
wheels move easily on
pavement and dirt
Recessed
Tripod Mount
Ath letic events • Rental i nventories • Educational inst itutions • Meeting faciliti es • Police and emerge ncy ser vic es • AV Multimedia suppor t • Houses of Worship
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