Proel FREE10 USER’S MANUAL

FREE10

Portable Sound System

USER’S MANUAL

ITALIANO

ENGLISH

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DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT...................................................................	4
VRLA BATTERIES SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................	4
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................	4
IN CASE OF FAULT....................................................................................................................................	5
PACKAGING, SHIPPING AND COMPLAINT ...............................................................................................	5
WARRANTY AND PRODUCTS RETURN .....................................................................................................	5
MAINTENANCE AND DISCLAIMER ...........................................................................................................	5
POWER SUPPLY........................................................................................................................................	5
USER’S WARNINGS AND CE CONFORMITY..............................................................................................	6
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................	7
DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................................................................	7
MAIN PANEL OPERATIONS ......................................................................................................................	7
WIRELESS MICROPHONE OPERATIONS .................................................................................................	10
CD/DVD/MP3 PLAYER and REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS ...............................................................	13
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................	18
VRLA BATTERY OPERATIONS AND REPLACEMENT ................................................................................	18
OPTIONAL WIRELESS MIC INSTALLATION..............................................................................................	19
FREE10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION.....................................................................................................	20

DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the enviroment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their

local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase

contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

This product contains an internal Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) battery: VRLA batteries must be recycled at the end of life in accordance with local and national laws and regulation.

VRLA BATTERIES SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•CAUTION – Special safety precaution must be taken when using and replacing VRLA batteries, including the following:

•The replacement should be made or supervised by professionals with suitable protection. The batteries for replacement must be always same as the old ones in model and type.

•WARNING – Do not smoke or use fire near VRLA batteries.

•WARNING – Do not use any organic cleaner to clean VRLA batteries.

•WARNING – Do not put the VRLA batteries on fire, or they will explode.

•WARNING – Do not cut open the VRLA batteries, they contain electrolyte which is toxic to skin and eyes.

•WARNING – VRLA batteries release hydrogen gas which can form explosive mixture in air, do not place inside a sealed container.

•WARNING – VRLA batteries may cause shock and short. Please remove the watch and jewellery as rings when replace the battery, also please operate with insulating tools.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•CAUTION – CLASS1 LASER PRODUCT

The CD/DVD/MP3 Player employs a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible and invisible laser radiation when open.

AVOID THE EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

•CAUTION Before using this product read carefully the following safety instructions. Take a look of this manual entirely and preserve it for future reference. When using any electric product, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following:

•To reduce the risk, close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children.

•Protect the apparatus from atmospheric agents and keep it away from water, rain and high humidity places.

•This product should be site away from heat sources such as radiators, lamps and any other device that generate heat.

•Care should be taken so that objects and liquids do not go inside the product.

•The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described on the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

IN CASE OF FAULT

•In case of fault or maintenance this product should be inspected only by qualified service personnel when:

Liquids have spilled inside the product.

The product has fallen and been damaged.

The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

•Do not operate on the product, it has no user serviceable parts inside.

•Refer servicing to an authorized maintenance centre.

PACKAGING, SHIPPING AND COMPLAINT

•This unit package has been submitted to ISTA 1A integrity tests. We suggest you control the unit conditions immediately after unpacking it.

•If any damage is found, immediately advise the dealer. Keep all unit packaging parts to allow inspection.

•Proel is not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment..

•Products are sold “delivered ex warehouse” and shipment is at charge and risk of the buyer.

•Possible damages to unit should be immediately notified to forwarder. Each complaint for manumitted package should be done within eight days from product receipt.

WARRANTY AND PRODUCTS RETURN

•Proel products have operating warranty and comply their specifications, as stated by manufacturer..

•Proel warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of two years from the original date of purchase. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period, the owner should inform about these defects the dealer or the distributor, providing receipt or invoice of date of purchase and defect detailed description. This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from improper installation, misuse, neglect or abuse. Proel S.p.A. will verify damage on returned units, and when the unit has been properly used and warranty is still valid, then the unit will be replaced or repaired. Proel S.p.A. is not responsible for any "direct damage" or "indirect damage" caused by product defectiveness.

MAINTENANCE AND DISCLAIMER

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Proel products have been expressly designed for audio application, with signals in audio range (20Hz to 20kHz). Proel has no liability for damages caused in case of lack of maintenance, modifications, improper use or improper installation non applying safety instructions.

•Proel S.p.A. reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice.

•Proel S.p.A. declines any liability for damages to objects or persons caused by lacks of maintenance, improper use, installation not performed with safety precautions and at the state of the art.

POWER SUPPLY

•This apparatus should only be connected to power source type specified in this owner’s manual or on the unit.

•If the supplied AC power cable plug is different from the wall socket, please contact an electrician to change the AC power plug.

•Hold the plug and the wall outlet while disconnecting the unit from AC power.

•If the unit will not be used for a long period of time, please unplug the power cord from AC power outlet.

•To avoid unit power cord damage, please do not strain the AC power cable and do not bundle it.

•In order to avoid damages, please ensure that the power cord is not stepped on or pinched by heavy objects.

USER’S WARNINGS AND CE CONFORMITY

•The product is in compliance with Directive LVD 2006 / 95 / EC as stated in EN 60065 standard.

•PROEL S.p.A hereby, declares that this product (excluding the provided radio microphone system) complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC), as stated in EN 55103 1 and EN 55103 2 standards.

•PROEL S.p.A hereby, declares that the wireless microphone system (included with the product) complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive R&TTE 1999 / 5 / EC as stated in EN 300422 1; EN 300422 2; EN 301489 01; EN 300489 09 standard.

•The full and detailed declaration of conformity can be downloaded from the web site: www.proel.com

•LICENSING INFORMATION: The radio equipment operates in the 863 865 MHz harmonized European band dedicated to SRD (short range devices) like wireless microphone and IEM personal monitor systems, so in the countries specified in the below table no personal license is required for use it.

•The use of this wireless microphone equipment in some countries could be intended for professional use, so the licensability depends on the country it operates. Proel suggests the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licensing.

•This equipment may be capable of operating on some frequencies not authorized in your country. Please contact your national authority to obtain information on authorized frequencies for wireless microphone products in your region.

TABLE OF THE NATIONAL CODES WHERE THE FR1 WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM IS AUTHORIZED IN EUROPE, UPDATED WITH REFERENCE TO ERC REC 70 03E DOCUMENT DATED AUGUST 22 2011

AT BE CY CZ DK EE DE GR HU IT LV LT LU NL PL PT SK SI SE GB IS LI CH BG	authorized
RO TR UA IE MT NO ES

HR	Individual license required

GE RU	NOT IMPLEMENTED

IN ALL COUNTRIES THE USE OF WIRELESS MICROPHONES SYSTEMS IS SUBJECT TO ANY TELEVISION AND

BROADCAST TRANSMISSION

CONSULT LOCAL OR NATIONAL RADIO SPECTRUM AUTHORITIES FOR INFORMATION ON POSSIBLE RESTRICTIONS OR NECESSARY AUTHORIZATIONS BEFORE USING THIS SHORT RANGE DEVICE.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing this PROEL product and for your trust in our brand, synonymous of professionalism, accuracy, high quality and reliability. All our products are CE approved and designed for continuous use in professional systems.

DESCRIPTION

PROEL FREE10 gives you the freedom to perform your music or play your sound anywhere without worrying about where to plug the power cord, how to connect your MP3 player or how to set your microphone.

FREE10 is a battery powered combo sound system with a full set of features and the sound you don’t expect from this kind of products. It features a CD/DVD/MP3 player with USB port and remote control able to play not only audio but also video files, with a dedicated video output for connecting an external display.

The UHF license free module (863 865 MHz) provides a clean and hassle free wireless connection with the provided handheld microphone for the maximum freedom of movement. An additional wireless module with the choice of handheld or bodypack transmitter with headset microphone is available as optional.

A full set of functions, including built in effect and voice priority switch, are available for the best performance. The ultra compact and road proof PP cabinets provide the maximum portability and protection for the systems.

MAIN PANEL OPERATIONS

1.MIC 1 IN

This is a female combo connector that accepts a XLR or a JACK plug from any dynamic balanced or unbalanced microphone. The XLR input is wired as follows:

Pin 1 = shield or ground

Pin 2 = + positive or "hot"

Pin 3 = negative or "cold"

The JACK input is wired as follows:

Tip = + positive or "hot"

Sleeve = shield or ground

2.MIC 1 LEVEL

This potentiometer sets the level of the MIC 1 IN input.

3.MIC 2 IN

Same as MIC 1 IN input.

4.MIC 2 LEVEL

This potentiometer sets the level of the MIC 2 IN input.

5.AUX 1 IN

This is a female jack connector that accepts JACK plug from any line level unbalanced source. The JACK input is wired as follows:

Tip = + positive or "hot"

Sleeve = shield or ground

6.AUX 1 LEVEL

This potentiometer sets the level of the AUX 1 IN input.

7.AUX 2 IN (RCA)

These are two RCA female connectors that accept two RCA plug from LEFT and RIGHT channels of a line level auxiliary source, or a MINI JACK (3.5mm) female connector that accepts a STEREO MINI JACK plug from Computer/CD/DVD/MP3 players.

Each RCA input is wired as follows:

Tip = + positive or "hot"

Sleeve = shield or ground

The MINI JACK is wired as follows:

Tip = positive signal of left channel

Ring = positive signal of right channel

Sleeve = shield or ground

8.AUX 2 LEVEL

This potentiometer sets the level of the AUX 2 IN input.

9.MP3/DISC LEVEL

This potentiometer sets the level of the internal CD/DVD/MP3 player. NOTE: this potentiometer also switches ON/OFF the MP3/DISC player (if the player remains unused this feature prevents the discharge of the internal battery).

10.ECHO

This potentiometer sets the level of the echo effect applied to the MIC IN inputs and to the WIRELESS MIC.

11.HIGH

This potentiometer sets the HIGH TONE level: if rotated clockwise it enhances the highs, if rotated counter clockwise it reduces the highs (in the centre position it’s flat).

12.LOW

This potentiometer sets the LOW TONE level: if rotated clockwise it enhances the lows, if rotated counter clockwise it reduces the lows (in the centre position it’s flat).

13.LINE OUT

These are LEFT (white) and RIGHT (red) RCA female connectors that accept two RCA plug and send the whole signal from the built in mixer to a line level equipment, which could be a recorder or another audio system. NOTE: the LINE OUT level is independent from the MASTER level.

Each RCA output is wired as follows:

Tip = + positive or "hot"

Sleeve = shield or ground

The jack connector is a summed LEFT+RIGHT mono signal output.

14.VIDEO OUT

This is the composite video output of the internal MP3/DISC player. See further paragraph for more detailed explanation.

15.MASTER

This potentiometer sets the general level of all signals.

16.VOICE PRIORITY

When engaged, this switch turns down all signals when MIC IN and/or WIRELESS MIC inputs are used.

17.MUTE

When engaged this switch mutes all input channels.

18.EXTERNAL SPEAKER (UNSWITCHED)

These is a jack connector that accepts a jack plug and send the amplified signal to an external passive speaker. Use always power cables to connect the second external and note that the minimum acceptable impedance is 8 ohm.

The JACK power output is wired as follows:

Tip = + positive speaker terminal

Sleeve = negative speaker terminal

19.EXTERNAL SPEAKER (SWITCHED)

Same as above, but in this case when a jack is inserted the internal speaker is disconnected (muted).

20.LINE VOLTAGE

This switch sets the AC voltage line of your country (usually it is set by factory and isn't necessary to change it). The 115V setting is for mains line in the range of 105 120V~ and 230V setting is for mains line in the range of 210 240V~.

WARNING: an incorrect setting of AC LINE VOLTAGE could damage seriously the internal electronics!

21.AC~ SOCKET

Here’s where you plug in your mains supply cord. You should always use the mains cord supplied with the device. Be sure that your device is turned off before you plug the mains supply cord into an electrical outlet.

22.FUSE holder

Here is where the mains protection fuse is placed.

REPLACE THE PROTECTION FUSE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE AS SHOWN ON THE PRODUCT.

IF AFTER THE SUBSTITUTION, THE FUSE INTERRUPTS AGAIN THE APPARATUS WORKING, DO NOT TRY AGAIN THEN CONTACT THE PROEL SERVICE CENTER.

23.POWER

Use this switch to power ON or OFF the FREE10. The FREE10 is "ON" when the switch is in the "I" position. NOTE: The internal battery is charging even if the FREE10 is OFF.

24.12 24V DC INPUT

This is the input where to connect an external DC source to supply the FREE10 and/or charge the FREE10 internal battery.

25.CHARGE

This LED indicates the battery charging status as follows:

fixed GREEN: the internal battery is fully charged.

fixed RED: the internal battery is being charged.

flashing GREEN/RED: the internal circuit is testing the battery.

OFF: the internal battery is disconnected or not present.

26.LOW

This RED LED indicates when the FREE10 has been turned on but the battery needs to be re charged.

27.HIGH

This GREEN LED indicates when the FREE10 has been turned on and the battery is in good status.

WIRELESS MICROPHONE OPERATIONS

The FR1 Wireless Microphones system provided with the FREE10 is a UHF, quartz controlled, fixed frequency device that provides a reliable, high quality signal transmission.

The FR1 Wireless Microphone system features 3 units: FR1R receiver, FR1H handheld transmitter and FR1B body pack transmitter.

The FREE10 is provided as standards with one handheld wireless microphone (FR1R + FR1H at 864.300 MHz). An additional wireless handheld microphone (FR1R + FR1H at 863.675 MHz) or bodypack (FR1R + FR1B at 864.975 MHz) can be installed as optional, allowing the simultaneous use of 2 devices without interference between them.

FR1R is the UHF wireless microphone receiver.

28.ANTENNA

In order to obtain a good transmission, raise up the receiving antenna during use and place the receiver away from other metal objects and no more than 30m from the transmitter.

29.RF

RED LED: indicates that the transmitter is sending a radio signal to the receiver.

30.VOLUME

Volume potentiometer.

FR1H is the UHF wireless microphone handheld transmitter.

31.MICROPHONE GRILLE

This grid protects the microphone capsule and includes a pop filter. The microphone uses a dynamic capsule with a cardioid unidirectional figure.

32.LOW BAT RED LED

This LED shows the battery status:

•When the microphone is switched ON, the LED will light for about 1 second.

•If the batteries are charged, the LED will turn off (even if the microphone is switched on and operative).

•The LED will light again if the batteries are near to be exhaust to indicate that they must be replaced as soon as possible.

33.ON/OFF

ON/OFF switch.

34. MICROPHONE BODY	In
order to open the microphone case and to
access the batteries compartment, just push the
red cap with a finger and use the other hand to
slide the microphone body down.

35.BATTERIES COMPARTMENT AND FREQUENCY

The microphone is powered by 2 type AA alkaline batteries.

NOTE: the microphone is able to operate also with 2 Ni MH rechargeable batteries, but in this

case the operating time is less.	A
sticker in the battery compartment shows the
transmitter frequency.

FR1B is the UHF wireless bodypack transmitter.

36.AUDIO INPUT

3,5mm mini jack input socket to connect the supplied headset microphone.

37.ON

GREEN LED that shows the “ON” status of the bodypack.

38.LOW BAT

RED LED that shows the battery status: the LED will light if the batteries are near to be exhaust, to indicate that they must be replaced as soon as possible.

39.ON/OFF and LEVEL CONTROL

This potentiometer is used for switching ON the bodypack and for adjusting the level of the microphone.

40.BATTERY COMPARTMENT

Sliding down the lower part of the bodypack you can access to the battery compartment.

To operate the microphone needs 2 type AA alkaline batteries.

NOTE: the microphone is able to operate also with 2 Ni MH rechargeable batteries, but in this case the operating time is less.

41.CLIP

Clip for hooking the bodypack to the belt.

42.FREQUENCY

On the back side of bodypack a sticker shows the operating frequency of the transmitter.

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