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Owner’s Manual

FreePlay: Rear Panel Features

FreePlay Connect App

FreePlay is designed to be used in conjunction with 

the FreePlay Connect App for iPhone and iPod touch. 
With it, all of the hardware features listed here – and 
more! – may be controlled remotely via Bluetooth con-
nection. The only thing the FreePlay Connect App can’t 
do is turn the unit on and off or pair a Bluetooth device.

More information about the FreePlay Connect App 

may be found by visiting the FreePlay Connect App 
Reference Guide.

1. Power Connector

FreePlay has a universal external power supply that 

accepts any AC voltage ranging from 100 VAC to 240 
VAC. No need for voltage select switches. It will work 
virtually anywhere in the world. That’s why we call it 
a “Planet Earth” power supply! It is less susceptible to 
voltage sags or spikes compared to conventional power 
supplies, and provides greater electromagnetic isolation 
and better protection against AC line noise.

An external 20V DC power supply [aka The Power 

Block] and a line cord are included with the mixer.  
A barrel connector resides at the end of the cord 
attached to The Power Block. Attach it to the power 
connector on the FreePlay. Connect the female end  
of the line cord to The Power Block and plug the  
male end into a live grounded AC outlet. An LED  
on The Power Block will illuminate green to indicate 
success (whether FreePlay is powered on or not).

Warning:

 Disconnecting the plug’s ground 

pin is dangerous. Don’t do it! In fact, it’s a 
bad idea to remove anything from (or add 
anything to) The Power Block or line cord. 
Again, don’t do it!

FreePlay also works with standard alkaline D 
Cell batteries, or our own custom Lithium-Ion 
battery accessory, which can be purchased 
through any authorized dealer. More informa-
tion about the Lithium-Ion battery accessory 
may be found by visiting the Lithium-Ion  
battery accessory Installation Instructions.

2. Power  Switch

Press the top of this rocker switch inwards to turn 

FreePlay on and press the bottom of this rocker switch 
inwards to turn FreePlay off.

3. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs

Both input channels may accept a balanced mic  

or line-level signal using an XLR connector. They are 
wired as follows, according to standards specified by  
the AES (Audio Engineering Society).

XLR Balanced Wiring:

     Pin 1 = Shield (ground) 
     Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot) 
     Pin 3 = Negative (– or cold)

In addition to accepting balanced mic or line-level 

signals using an XLR connector, both channels may  
also accept 1/4" line-level signals driven by balanced  
or unbalanced sources.

Additionally, both channels may accept Hi-Z sources 

(such as guitars) via the 1/4" input without the need  
for a separate DI box.

To connect balanced lines to these inputs, use  

a 1/4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. “TRS” stands for  
Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connection points available 
on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack or plug. TRS 
jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and are 
wired as follows:

1/4" TRS Balanced Mono Wiring:

     Sleeve = Shield 
     Tip = Hot (+) 
     Ring = Cold (–)

2

3

1

SHIELD

COLD

HOT

SHIELD

COLD

HOT

3

2

1

SLEEVE

TIP

SLEEVE

TIP

RING

RING

TIP

SLEEVE

RING

MAIN

EQ

FX

1

6

2

5

3

3

4

4

Summary of Contents for Personal PA

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL Personal PA ...

Page 2: ...This device should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator your body 18 This apparatus does not exceed the Class A Class B whichever is applicable limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications ATTENTION Le présent appareil numérique n émet pas de bruits radioéle...

Page 3: ...ensures amazing sound for any application with the touch of a button Available Accessories Tilt your FreePlay back or mount it on a standard speaker pole with the Kickstand Pole Mount accessory Always have the power you need with the FreePlay Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Durable FreePlay Carry Bag with pockets for storing mics cables and more 1 Your mileage may vary Battery life is dependent o...

Page 4: ...tions on page 2 for information on hearing protection Save the shipping box and packing materials You may need them someday Besides the cats will love playing in them and jumping out at you unexpectedly Remember to pretend like you are surprised Save your sales receipt in a safe place The following steps will help you set up FreePlay quickly These startup instructions are intended for the hardware...

Page 5: ...nect to FreePlay via Bluetooth or 1 8 input and jam along to the backing tracks you added to your smart phone In this example a mic is connected to the channel 1 input Adjust the level as described on pages 8 9 Now grab your guitar and plug it directly into the channel 2 input Adjust the level for the guitar now For the output you will want to set an EQ mode described in detail on page 10 For this...

Page 6: ...up two EQ modes may be utilized voice EQ mode and DJ EQ mode For starters the voice EQ mode works well It has a significant low frequency roll off and adds crisp mid range and high end The presenter s introductory speech will be easy to hear and understand with clear precise intelligibility Well at least it will unless they re talking with marbles in their mouth Let s get the party started Once th...

Page 7: ... dangerous Don t do it In fact it s a bad idea to remove anything from or add anything to The Power Block or line cord Again don t do it FreePlay also works with standard alkaline D Cell batteries or our own custom Lithium Ion battery accessory which can be purchased through any authorized dealer More informa tion about the Lithium Ion battery accessory may be found by visiting the Lithium Ion bat...

Page 8: ...over any Bluetooth connection For example if you are playing a song from a smart phone connected via Bluetooth and connect an MP3 player to the 1 8 jack the smart phone song will be interrupted and the MP3 player now takes precedence SLEEVE TIP TIP SLEEVE TIP SLEEVE MAIN EQ FX 6 5 6 Mon Out This balanced 1 4 connector provides a mono summed line level output i e copy of the main bus that is design...

Page 9: ...w the same steps to turn the Running Man logo off The Running Man logo also indicates battery life as shown in the table above right 11 Check Battery1 FreePlay s Lithium Ion battery level may be checked by pressing the channel 2 and BT Aux buttons simultaneously The Running Man logo on the front of the FreePlay illuminates to indicate battery life 12 Level This endless rotary knob serves multiple ...

Page 10: ...s white Flat EQ Mode This mode is exactly what it states it is flat No boost or cut made to the EQ DJ EQ Mode This mode bumps the lows and highs perfect for music playback MAIN EQ FX 16 15 14 Solo EQ Mode This mode features a low frequency roll off to get rid of unwanted thumps and adds boost and sparkle to mid range and high frequencies This mode is perfect for plug and play singer songwriters Vo...

Page 11: ...s but will not reach full power Be sure the electrical service can supply enough amperage for all the components connected to it We recommend that a stiff robust supply of AC power be used because the amplifiers place high current demands on the AC line The more power that is available on the line the louder the speakers will play and the more peak output power will be available for a cleaner punc...

Page 12: ...ase email or call Technical Support if you are having Bluetooth connection issues o techmail loudtechinc com o 1 800 898 3211 If you think your FreePlay has a problem please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to confirm the problem Visit the Support section of our website www 720trees com support where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs and other docum...

Page 13: ...es com click Support and select Locate a Service Center Service for a FreePlay living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors If you do not have access to our website you may call the Tech Support department at 1 800 898 3211 Monday Friday during normal business hours Pacific Time to explain the problem Tech Support will tell you where the nearest factory au...

Page 14: ...e Coil Diameter 1 2 in 30 mm Diaphragm Material Treated Paper Magnet Material Ferrite 1 Calculated from driver sensitivity and amplifier power Power Amplifiers System Power Amplification Rated Power 150 watts rms 300 watts peak Low Frequency Power Amplifier Rated Power 75 watts rms 150 watts peak Rated THD 1 Cooling Convection Design Class D High Frequency Power Amplifier Rated Power 37 watts rms ...

Page 15: ...0 Bluetooth Function Audio Streaming and User Interface Control Construction Features Cabinet PC ABS Finish High durability black paint Handles One on top Grille Powder coated 21 gauge steel Monitor Angle 45 using optional kickstand Physical Properties Height 9 5 in 241 mm Width 17 8 in 452 mm Depth 9 1 in 231 mm Weight 11 lb 5 kg Options FreePlay Lithium Ion Battery P N 2043880 00 FreePlay Kickst...

Page 16: ...FreePlay Personal PA 16 FreePlay Personal PA FreePlayDimensions WEIGHT 11 lb 5kg 9 5 in 241 mm 17 8 in 452 mm 9 1 in 231 mm ...

Page 17: ...ker Processing L Hi L Lo Amp Amp Limit Limit Limit ADC DAC DAC DAC DAC User EQ User EQ User EQ Feedback desTROYer Voicing Mode Effects Reverb Delay Chorus TRS 0 dB fixed gain Hi Z XLR 20 dB fixed gain TRS 0 dB fixed gain Hi Z XLR 20 dB fixed gain 0 dB fixed gain Crossover EQ Limiter Crossover EQ Limiter R Hi R Amp DAC Crossover EQ Limiter Aux MAIN EQ FX ...

Page 18: ...no pre delay Perfect for thickening percussive instruments such as a snare drum or tight vocal arrangements Cathedral This reverb emulates the extremely long tails dense diffusion and long pre delays and reflections that would be found in a very large stone walled house of worship Gives amazing depth to choirs wind instruments organs and soft acoustic guitars Chorus This preset provides a soft eth...

Page 19: ...noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www 720trees com support or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Canada during normal business hours Pacific Time excluding weekends or LOUD holidays Please retain the original dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase You will need it to obtain any warranty service For full terms and c...

Page 20: ...16220 Wood Red Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www 720trees com ...

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