6. TROUBLESHOOTING
No Sound or
Low Volume
• Ensure the batteries do not need to be replaced and are installed
with the correct polarity.
• Ensure that the function switch is in siren or speak mode and the
volume is up.
• Ensure you are speaking directly and closely to the microphone.
7. SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES
Returning Your Unit for Service or Repairs
Should your unit require service, contact our Customer Service Department online at califone.com/techsupport or via email warranty@califone.
com or by phone at 800-722-0500 / 818-407-2400 to rst obtain an RA
(Return Authorization) number before returning it to Califone. The unit
must be returned to our factory via prepaid transportation only after
the factory issues an RA number, which must be clearly written on the
outside of the box.
PA-20R PA-25R
Features • Reinforced cloth carrying strap
Max Output Power
Power requirements 6 “C” size alkaline
Effective Distance 1000 feet 1250 feet
Recording Time up to 10 seconds
Battery Usage TIme > 4 hours (depends on battery and usage)
Product Construction Megaphone Body: ABS plastic
Product Dimensions
Product Weight (incl. accessories)
• Built-in siren
20 Watts 25 Watts
batteries
8” x 10.5” x 14.5” 9” x 11.5” x 15”
3 lb 11 oz 4 lb 3 oz
8 “C” size alkaline
batteries
8. WARRANTY
Califone warrants this product to be free from defective material and
workmanship for one year from the purchase date. Our “Project Intercept” Customer Satisfaction program will replace defective parts and
repair malfunctioning equipment under this warranty when the defect
occurs under normal use.
All Damage Claims Must Be Made With the Freight Carrier
Notify the freight carrier immediately if you observe any damage to the
shipping carton or product. Repack the unit in the carton and await
inspection by the carrier’s claim agent. Notify your dealer of the pending
freight claim.
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Califone® International, Inc.
1145 Arroyo Avenue, #A
Toll Free 800.722.0500 | Toll Free Fax 877.402.2248
International Customers call 818.407.2400 or Fax 818.407.2405
San Fernando, CA 91340 USA
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Califone PA-20R / PA-25R Rev 01 1009
Model PA-20R / PA-25R
Megaphone
User Manual
Model PA-20R / PA-25R
Megaphone
Thank you for purchasing the Califone® Model PA-20R / PA-25R
Megaphone.
We encourage you to visit our website www.califone.com to register your
product for its warranty coverage, to sign up to receive our newsletter,
download our catalog, and learn more about the complete line of
Califone® audio visual products, including portable and installed wireless
PA systems, multimedia players and recorders, headphones and
headsets, computer peripheral equipment, visual presentation
products and language learning materials.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using this product, read the instruction manual for important safety
information. Please retain this manual for future reference and warranty
information.
Troubleshooting & Servicing
Do not attempt to service or repair the device yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualied service personnel. Do not attempt to modify the device in any
way. Doing so could invalidate your warranty.
Moisture and heat sources
Do not use this apparatus near water (for example, sinks, baths, pools) or
expose it to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing liquids. Do not expose
the unit to high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
Cleaning
When cleaning the device, please use a soft, dry cloth. Never use
benzene, paint-thinner, or other chemicals on the device.
Location
Place the device in stable location, so it will not fall causing damage to
the device or bodily harm.
Intended use
The product may only be used with the original parts intended for it.
The product may only be used in closed and dry rooms. The intended
use includes adherence to the specied installation instructions. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for damage arising due to improper use.
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS
• PA-20R OR PA-25R Megaphone
• PA-20R includes: 6pcs “C” (UM-2) size batteries
• PA-25R includes: 8pcs “C” (UM-2) size batteries
• User Manual
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1. Microphone Hanger
2. Battery Compartment Latch
3. TALK / SIREN Switch
4. Shoulder Strap
5. Microphone
6. ON/OFF Switch
7. Volume Control
8. SPEAK / RECORD / PLAY
Buttons
9. POWER / RECORD
Indicators
10. N/A Button (DISABLED)
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4. SETUP AND INSTALLATION
1. Ensure the unit is off. To turn off the unit, slide the ON/OFF
SWITCH to the "OFF" position.
2. Open the BATTERY COMPARTMENT by pressing the latch and
insert the “C” size batteries ensuring the proper battery polarity.
5. BASIC OPERATION
5.1 TALK / SIREN OPERATION
1. Adjust the volume to minimum.
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2. Slide the ON/OFF SWITCH to the “ON” position. The POWER
LED should light red.
3. To amplify voice through the built-in microphone, switch the
TALK / SIREN SWITCH to “TALK”. Then depress the SPEAK
button and talk into the microphone.
4. Increase the volume to the desired level.
5. Alternatively, to amplify a siren sound through the speaker,
switch the TALK / SIREN SWITCH to the “SIREN” position.
NOTE: The volume knob does not adjust the siren volume.
6. To turn off the unit, slide the ON/OFF SWITCH to the “OFF”
position.
CAUTION: No person should stand within 15 feet of the megaphone
while on. Avoid exposing listeners to excessive volume for long periods
of time as this can result in hearing damage.
5.2 RECORDING / PLAYBACK OPERATION
1. Adjust the volume to minimum.
2. Slide the ON/OFF SWITCH to the “ON” position. The POWER
LED should light red.
3. To record voice from the built-in microphone, switch the TALK /
SIREN SWITCH to “TALK”. Then depress the RECORD button
and talk into the microphone. The REC LED should light. Press
the RECORD button again to stop recording. NOTE: The unit will
record up to 10 seconds and then automatically stop. Press the
RECORD button again to disable record mode.
4. To play back the recording, press the PLAY button. NOTE: The
recording will continuously play until the PLAY button is pressed
again.
5. Increase the volume to the desired level.
6. To turn off the unit, slide the ON/OFF SWITCH to the “OFF”
position.
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