O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
Megaphone with Siren
Version 02/11
and Handheld Microphone
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Item-No. 30 01 07
Intended Use
The megaphone is intended for the amplification of announcements and the playback of a siren during
meetings, demonstrations, sporting events, etc.
The power may only be supplied by batteries (type: see “Technical data”).
Do not use the device outdoors when it is raining, since the housing is not waterproof. Direct contact
with sources of high humidity is also to be avoided.
Any use, other than that described above, may lead to damage to the megaphone and involves other
risks, such as short circuit, fire and electric shock.
No part of the product may be modified or rebuilt.
The safety instructions must be observed at all times.
This product complies with the applicable National and European specifications.
Safety Instructions
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe these
safety instructions! We do not assume liability for any resulting damage.
We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by improp-
er use or non-compliance with the safety instructions. The warranty will be void in
such cases.
The exclamation mark symbol indicates important information in these operating
instructions. Please read all the instructions before using this device, they include
important information on its correct operation.
The “hand” symbol indicates special information and advice on operating the
device.
• For safety and approval (CE) reasons, unauthorised conversion and/or modifications to the product
are not permitted.
• Please make sure that you the megaphone correctly. Therefore, please follow the operating instruc-
tions carefully.
• This product is not a toy, it is not suitable for children. Children are not aware of the potential dan-
gers involved when using electrical devices.
• Never pour any liquids on to electric devices and do not place any liquid-filled objects on them.
• Do not place naked flames, such as burning candles, near the device.
• The product generates very high acoustic pressure, which can lead to hearing damage on direct expo-
sure. Therefore, please use the device responsibly and do not point it directly at people or animals.
Keep a sufficient distance from people and animals when using the device and do not use it inside
small rooms.
• Do not expose the megaphone to high temperatures, dripping or spray water, strong vibrations, as
well as high humidity.
• Only use the megaphone in temperate climates, avoid tropical environments.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous plaything for
children.
• Moreover, please observe the additional safety instructions in the individual chapters of this operat-
ing manual.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability Insurance
Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to be observed. As the operator, you
must obtain information from the authorities in charge and you are responsible for observing the
applicable laws and regulations.
• If you are in doubt about how to use the device correctly, or have any questions not covered by these
operating instructions, please contact our technical support or another specialist.
Product Description
• Lightweight and robust housing
• Detachable microphone with volume control
• Shoulder strap
• Siren mode
Inserting Batteries / Replacing Batteries
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Ensure the polarity is correct, when inserting the batteries.
Remove the batteries, if you are not going to use the megaphone for a while, to pre-
vent damage from leaking batteries. Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable
batteries can cause acid burns upon contact with skin. Thus, you should wear pro-
tective gloves when handling damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries.
Keep them out of the reach of children. Never use batteries from different manufac-
turers or with different levels of charge at the same time.
The battery must not be short-circuited or thrown into a fire. Do not attempt to
recharge the batteries. Danger of explosion.
• Open the metal clip on the top of the housing and lift the cover.
• Insert eight new 1.5V round cells (C) in the battery holder of the battery compartment, paying atten-
tion to the polarity markings.
• Push the batteries back into the battery compartment. Please make sure you insert the batteries in
the battery compartment with correct polarity.
• Close the housing cover and close the metal clip again.
• If the maximum volume decreases or the device no longer works, the batteries are flat and need to
be replaced.
• To ensure a long battery life, only use alkaline types.
• The use of rechargeable batteries means a lower volume and shorter operating time because of the
lower voltage and capacity.
Operation
Do not point the megaphone directly at people or animals.
Keep a sufficient distance from other people and pay attention when setting an
appropriate volume level, in order to avoid hearing damage.
Announcement mode
• Press the speaker button by the microphone to the side, to make an announcement. Speak clearly
into the microphone.
• Adjust the volume, using the VOLUME control on the side of the microphone.
• The microphone can be held in your hand or placed on the angle bracket on the megaphone’s housing.
The push-to-talk button on the microphone can be locked, by pressing it and pushing it
upwards.
The switch on the side of the housing must be set to TALK.
If there is acoustic feedback during use (loud whistling noise), reduce the volume or try
pointing the megaphone in another direction.
Siren mode
• Move the switch on the side of the housing to the position SIREN, to turn the siren on.
• To put the SIREN back into TALK mode, push the switch back to the TALK position.
Maintenance and Care
Apart from replacing the batteries, the megaphone is maintenance-free.
Only clean the outside with a dry or slightly moistened cloth.
Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions as these may damage the surface of the
housing.
Disposal
Please dispose of the device when it is no longer of use, according to the current statu-
tory requirements.
Disposal of used batteries/rechargeable batteries
As the end user, you are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/rechargeable
batteries; disposal of them in the household waste is prohibited!
Contaminated batteries/rechargeable batteries are labelled with these symbols to
indicate that disposal in the domestic waste is forbidden.
The symbols for the relevant heavy metals are:
Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead.
You can return your used batteries/rechargeable batteries free of charge to the
official collection points in your municipality, in our stores, or anywhere where bat-
teries or rechargeable batteries are sold.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical Data
Operating voltage
12 V/DC
Output power
25/45 W (nom./max.)
Batteries
8 x 1.5 V C type batteries
Order No: 65 25 69 (2 pack, please order 4x )
Power input
approx. 500 mA (microphone mode, volume sensitive)
approx. 1 A (siren mode)
Battery life
approx. 16 hours (microphone mode at medium volume)
approx. 8 hours (siren mode)
Dimensions
355 x 230 x 230 mm
Weight
1.2 kg
These operating instructions are a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240
Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or
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Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in
technology and equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2011 by Conrad Electronic SE.
