Califone PA916-PS User Manual

Powerful Sound Presentation Solutions™

The Califone®PowerPro is the ideal system for those who require an easy-to-use, portable
sound reinforcement solution but do not have the budget, technical know-how or time
required to operate a multi-component system.

Designed for any kind of venue, this 90-watt RMS PowerPro Companion Speaker can used as
a solo companion speaker or with other companion speakers to a PowerPro master speaker
for coverage of crowds numbering 2000 or more in larger sized venues. It can also be used as
a master speaker driving up to two non-powered support speakers or as a stand alone unit for
crowds up to 1000 people, giving it flexibility and versatility for any budget and situation.

The PowerPro Companion Speaker is the first port able comp anion speaker to deliver
wireless capability. It comes equipped with one 16-channel built-in wireless mic receiver and a
balanced XLR mic input as well as an active bus circuit that can be used to connect two
additional units in a conventional wired fashion. Anon-powered support speaker can be
connected via the 1/4” speaker out jacks. Its 10” high-powered woofer is driven by a beefy 40
ounce magnet (the most efficient in its class) and a high-frequency compression driver for optimal
audio reproduction. The PowerPro Companion S peaker also has independent bass and treble
controls, digital master volume control, power status indicator and a universal power supply.

The PowerPro Companion Speaker gives added assurance during use by providing visual
confirmation of power, radio frequency and audio reception for its wireless receiver through a
set of LED lights on the front of the speaker.

Its durablefiberglass-reinforced polypropylene enclosure has a rugged powder-coated
perforated steel grille and a telescoping handle for easy transporting. The PowerPro
Companion Speaker is also C-ULand CE approved safe for use in schools, by rental
facilities and at other venues. And because the PowerPro shares wireless frequencies and
microphones with the PresentationPro PA series, the two can be used together to extend PA
coverage, budgets and builds in versatility by avoiding expensive redundancies in equipment.

• 90 Watt RMS power amplifier easily reaches 1000 people

• One built-in 16-channel selectable UHF wireless mic receiver

• Operates on both AC and DC power for flexibility at all types of indoor and outdoor venues

• All-terrain 3.5” wheels and 4-position telescoping handle for easy transporting

• Fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene enclosure, 1.5mm powder-coated steel grille for durability

APPLICATIONS

Its portable size, easy setup, reliability and simple-to-operate control panel make the
PowerPro ideal for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications.

Educational Institutions - Apractical solution ensuring students can hear vocal and

prerecorded presentations in assemblies, athletic functions, theater events and many
more applications.

Government Facilities, Hospitals & Law Enforcement - Require the safety and certification
the PowerPro delivers. AC/DC powered capabilities meet emergency response requirements
and the portability and versatility of the PowerPro make it a go anywhere sound solution.

Meeting Facilities (Lecture Halls, Presentations, Conferences, etc.) ideal for everything
from an impromptu press conference to the local civic organization meeting.

Athletic Events from practices to game-day the PowerPro is perfect for announcements,
Parks & Recreation Departments and leading cheers. Its wireless reception and
additional output to the PowerPro Non-Powered Support Speaker make for a custom
tailored sound reinforcement solution for covering a football field as well as baseball and
soccer games, Dance & Fitness events, races, parades and so much more.

A/V Multimedia Support - in the classroom, the boardroom or any sales presentation, the
PowerPro delivers clear sound.

Rental Inventories - The PowerPro is the perfect reliable solution for rental houses and single
event users who do not want to invest in either the equipment or the time to learn the gear.

Houses of Worship - Ideal for services, social functions, internment ceremonies, any
pre-recorded worship and large indoor or outdoor events.

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POWERED COMPANION SPEAKER PA916-PS
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Powerful Sound Presentation Solutions™

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Speaker System Bass reflex design tuned to 50 Hz
Woofer 10” diameter, 2” diameter voice coil, 40 ounce magnet is most efficient in

its class (increases volume & means speaker doesn’t need to work as hard as
one with a smaller 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 AC - 90 Watts RMS, DC - 76 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

Wireless System

Receivers One wireless 16 selectable channel UHF, 794-806 MHz, PLL, internal

antenna, on/off volume control, Audio &Radio Frequency receiving LED
Transmitter 300’ range. Handheld wireless mic or belt pack transmitter with three

types of hands-free microphones (sold separately)

Audio Line Line level capable buss to connect two wired units for greater coverage of

larger venues with volume control for remote speakers

Mixer Panel

Mic In #1 (wired mic) XLR input
Speaker Mute Mutes main speaker and all connected speakers (wired/wireless)
Speaker Out Switched 1/4” jack disengages main speaker, unswtched 1/4” jack

divides power between main speaker and passive companion speakers
Audio Controls Separate Treble and Bass Controls, Digital Master Volume Control

Mechanical Features

Rear Panel Angled for easier accessibility 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
Dimensions 24”h x 14”w x 14”d

Power Cord 6 foot length, 3-Wire for safety
Weight 47 pounds
Safety Compliance CE/C-UL approved for safe use in schools, businesses, government

facilties and rental events, RoHS and WEEES compliant
Warranty 6 years for amplifier; 1 year on battery, wireless transmitters/receivers

Wireless Package (1) PA-916, (1) PA916-PS Wireless Powered Companion
PA-916A Speaker, (1) Q-316 Wireless Handheld Mic, (1) PADM-558

Wired XLR Mic with 15’ Cable, (1) RC-300 Remote Volume /
Mute Control , (2) TP-50 tripods, (1) K-201-1 Mic
Floorstand, (1) K-415 Mic Holder

Deluxe Package (1) PA-916, (1) PA916-SP Non-Powered Support Speaker,
PA-916D (1) Q-316 Wireless Handheld Mic, (1) PADM-515 Wired

XLR Mic with 15’ Cable, (2) TP-50 Tripods, (1) RC-300
Remote Volume / Mute Control, (1) SC-50 Speaker Cable,
(1) K-201-1 Mic Floorstand, (1) K-415 Mic Holder

Basic Package (1) PA-916, (1) TP-50 Tripod, (1) PADM-515 Wired XLR Mic
PA-916B with 15’Cable, (1) RC-300 Remote Volume / Mute Control,

(1) K-201-1 Mic Floorstand, (1) K-415 Mic Holder

PowerPro Packages

LED lights on front give visual confirmation for:

1) Red light for Radio Frequency for Wireless Mic

2) Yellow light for Audio Reception for Wireless Mic

3) Green light Power On/Off

Steel-reinforced molded pull-up

handle with 4 adjustable positions

Single 16-channel UHF Receiver
allows one wireless mic and balanced
mic to speak at the same time

Balanced Line input (XLR)

Separate Treble, Bass
controls and digital
Master Volume control

Built-in charging circuit
automatically restores battery
power when plugged in

Voice Priority Switch
lowers music volume
for announcements

Rugged go-anywhere 3.5”
wheels move easily on
pavement, grass and dirt

Steel Skid Guards prevent

damage from hauling on stairs

PowerPro Powered Companion Speaker
Accessories

Ship Wt.

Speakers The PowerPro and PresentationPro (PA300+UHF) speakers share the

same wireless frequencies and can be used together!

PA-916 Powered Wireless Speaker, (2) 16-channel UHF true diversity, CD Player, PLL

wireless receiver, 90 Watts RMS, Fully programmable variable speed Cassette Player /
Recorder, (2) Combination XLR / 1/4” mic inputs, Switched / Unswitched Speaker out,
Speaker Mute, Voice Priority Switch, Voice Music Switch, Separate Treble and Bass
Controls, Digital Master Volume Control, 6’Power Cord (3-Wire for safety) 52 lbs.

PA916-SP Non-Powered Support Speaker 34

Wireless Mics The 16-channel UHF Q-316 Handheld Mic and M-316 Transmitter can

be used with all wireless PowerPro and PresentationPro systems!

Q-316 Wireless handheld mic 1
M-316 Beltpack transmitter used with these three hands-free mics: 1

CM-316 Electret flexible collar mic 1
HBM-316 Electret headset mic 1
LM-316 Electret lapel mic 1

Wired Mics

PADM-558 Deluxe Dynamic, Lo-Z handheld mic, 15’ cable, XLR plug, carry case 2
PADM-515 Dynamic, Lo-Z handheld mic, 15’ cable, XLR plug 2

Transmitters/Receivers share Wireless frequencies with PowerPro and PresentationPro Mics &Systems!

TR-16 Wireless transmission from any media source, 16-channel UHF 10
R-16 Turns any wired speaker into a Wireless Receiver, 16-channel UHF 10

Misc. Mic Stands / Cables / Remote Control

TP-50 Adjustable tripod 11
C-TP50 Heavy duty nylon carry case for TP-50 tripod 2
SC-50 Speaker cable (50’) for passive 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
RC-300 Remote Volume/Mute Control for PowerPro / PresentationPro Series PAunits 1

Speaker Mute Switch cuts
volume to Companion Speakers

Mixer Panel

1)

2)

Recessed
Tripod Mount

Switched/unswitched
speaker out

Wireless Receiver

NEW!

October, 2004

Transmitter On/Off Switch

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