SYSTEM OPERATION AND SETUP
Powering the MPA-400
Turn on the unit using the Power ON Switch (9). The Power ON LED
(12)indicating the
(Note: To avoid damaging your unit, use only the provided AC cord connected to the power input socket.)
When the Low Battery ON LED (10) is on, this means the
(Note: Do not turn off the
(Note: When the Charge ON LED is not turns Green or the operating hours is noted less, the internal battery might need replacing.)
External Power for Charger
Plug the external provided power cord into AC Input Socket (13). Then plug the AC plug into a standard 115VAC or 240VAC outlet (The AC adapter will detect the Line Voltage Automatically).
External 12V DC Supply
The
(Note: External 12V DC Supply will not charge the internal rechargeable battery.)
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WIRED AND WIRELESS OPERATION
WIRED OPERATION
The front panel has 1x ¼” input jack for connecting a wired microphone. Doing so will disconnect the wireless microphone audio and allow wired microphone use only.
•Plug wired microphone into ¼” input (MIC IN) with
•Make any necessary adjustments to Mic level and Tone
•“MIC/WIRELESS” adjusts the input sensitivity.
NOTE: The gain knob can be used to avoid distortion and feedback. It is best to begin with the gain lower and increase as needed.
•“TONE” adjusts the bass and treble. Top center produces flat operation (no EQ).
•If feedback occurs, first try turning down the Tone control (4) to MIN. If feedback still is present, try turning down the Wire/Wireless Mic Volume Control (5) or repositioning the
Note: Microphone elements can easily be destroyed by the buildup of salts and minerals from perspiration and saliva. It is good practice to place a windscreen on the mic at all times.
WIRELESS OPERATION
•Unscrew the battery compartment cover end cap (14) and remove, exposing the battery compartment. Insert a fresh 9V alkaline battery, observing polarity. Replace the battery cover.
•Turn on the microphone power switch (15) on the handle of the microphone. The battery indicator LED (16) will give a single quick flash, indicating usable battery strength. In the case of a dead or low battery, the indicator will either not go on at all or will stay on continuously, indicating a need to replace the battery. To preserve battery life, turn the transmitter off when not in use.
•If there is no audio, check that the Power Switch (15) is not on MUTE/Standby - second position.
•Adjust the volume of the
•Extend the Wireless Mic Receiver Antenna (1) fully whenever using the wireless microphone to ensure optimum performance and maximum range.
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