UserManual Table of Contents Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Listening for a Lifetime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Descriptions and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Getting Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Attaching the Rack Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Commonly Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Individual Digital Microphone IDs Eliminates Channel Cross-Talk FEATURES Utilizes the Sparsely Used 900MHz Frequency Band 24-Bit Digital Technology Delivers a Clean, Professional Quality Signal Wide Frequency Response (50-20,000 Hz) Ensures Natural Sounding Vocals Brackets Included for Mounting in a Rack Case Four Different Frequency Sets Available Warranty: 1 Year Unit Dimensions: 8 .375W x 1 .25H x 5 .25D Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF SHOCK CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Only refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash & arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of danger. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 6. Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub or in a wet basement and the like. 7. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. 7 A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause an overturn. 8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so its location does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation slots. 9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. 11. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated. 12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 13. Cleaning - Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 14. Power lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 15. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 16. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 17. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 18. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. Note:
To CATV system installer's (U.S.A.): This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected as close to the point of cable entry as practical. 33 FCC Information 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!: This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Vocopro may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to UNIT!: This product, when installed as indicated in the UNIT!: This product, when installed as indicated in the use this product. instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to Vocopro may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to Vocopro may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to accessories and/or another product use only high use this product. use this product. quality shielded cables. Cable(s) supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your accessories and/or another product use only high accessories and/or another product use only high FCC authorization to use this product in the U.S.A. quality shielded cables. Cable(s) supplied with this quality shielded cables. Cable(s) supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation product MUST be used. Follow all installation 3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, FCC authorization to use this product in the U.S.A. FCC authorization to use this product in the U.S.A. Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of 3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to 3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to assurances that your use of this product in a residential comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, environment will not result in harmful interference with Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with other electronic devices. This equipment these requirements provides a reasonable level of these requirements provides a reasonable level of generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed assurances that your use of this product in a residential assurances that your use of this product in a residential and used according to the instructions found in the environment will not result in harmful interference with environment will not result in harmful interference with owner's manual, may cause interference harmful to the other electronic devices. This equipment other electronic devices. This equipment operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference and used according to the instructions found in the and used according to the instructions found in the will not occur in all installations. If this product is found owner's manual, may cause interference harmful to the owner's manual, may cause interference harmful to the to be the source of interference, which can be operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with determined by turning the unit "Off" and "On", please try FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference to eliminate the problem by using one of the following will not occur in all installations. If this product is found will not occur in all installations. If this product is found measures:
to be the source of interference, which can be to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit "Off" and "On", please try determined by turning the unit "Off" and "On", please try Relocate either this product or the device that is being to eliminate the problem by using one of the following to eliminate the problem by using one of the following affected by the interference. measures:
measures:
Use power outlets that are on different branch (circuit Relocate either this product or the device that is being Relocate either this product or the device that is being breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter(s). affected by the interference. affected by the interference. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient Use power outlets that are on different branch (circuit Use power outlets that are on different branch (circuit the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300-ohm ribbon breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter(s). breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter(s). lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300-ohm ribbon the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300-ohm ribbon results, please contact your local retailer authorized to lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. distribute Vocopro products. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Vocopro, 1728 If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory Curtiss Court, La Verne, CA 91750. results, please contact your local retailer authorized to results, please contact your local retailer authorized to distribute Vocopro products. If you can not locate the distribute Vocopro products. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Vocopro, 1728 appropriate retailer, please contact Vocopro, 1728 Curtiss Court, La Verne, CA 91750. Curtiss Court, La Verne, CA 91750. CAUTION The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source so long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself is turned off. To fully ensure CAUTION CAUTION that the apparatus is indeed fully void of residual power, The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power leave unit disconnected from the AC outlet for at least source so long as it is connected to the wall outlet, source so long as it is connected to the wall outlet, fifteen seconds. even if the apparatus itself is turned off. To fully ensure even if the apparatus itself is turned off. To fully ensure that the apparatus is indeed fully void of residual power, that the apparatus is indeed fully void of residual power, leave unit disconnected from the AC outlet for at least leave unit disconnected from the AC outlet for at least fifteen seconds. fifteen seconds. CAUTION:
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT CAUTION:
CAUTION:
1. To ensure the finest performance, please read this READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 1. To ensure the finest performance, please read this 1. To ensure the finest performance, please read this 2. Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place - away from manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust, reference. reference. moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers, v motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not 2. Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place - away from 2. Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place - away from expose to rain and water. windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust, windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust, moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers, v moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers, v 3. Do not operate the unit upside-down. motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and water. expose to rain and water. 4. Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the set, contact your dealer. 3. Do not operate the unit upside-down. 3. Do not operate the unit upside-down. 5. Place the unit in a location with adequate air 4. Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into 4. Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into circulation. Do not interfere with its proper ventilation;
the set, contact your dealer. the set, contact your dealer. this will cause the internal temperature to rise and may result in a failure. 5. Place the unit in a location with adequate air 5. Place the unit in a location with adequate air circulation. Do not interfere with its proper ventilation;
circulation. Do not interfere with its proper ventilation;
6. Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When this will cause the internal temperature to rise and may this will cause the internal temperature to rise and may moving the unit, first turn the unit off. Then gently result in a failure. result in a failure. disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to other equipment. Never pull the cord itself. 6. Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When 6. Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When moving the unit, first turn the unit off. Then gently moving the unit, first turn the unit off. Then gently 7. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents:
disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. other equipment. Never pull the cord itself. other equipment. Never pull the cord itself. 8. Be sure to read the "Troubleshooting" section on 7. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents:
7. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents:
common operating errors before concluding that your this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. unit is faulty. 8. Be sure to read the "Troubleshooting" section on 8. Be sure to read the "Troubleshooting" section on 9. This unit consumes a fair amount of power even when common operating errors before concluding that your common operating errors before concluding that your the power switch is turned off. We recommend that you unit is faulty. unit is faulty. unplug the power cord from the wall outlet if the unit is not going to be used for a long time. This will save 9. This unit consumes a fair amount of power even when 9. This unit consumes a fair amount of power even when electricity and help prevent fire hazards. To disconnect the power switch is turned off. We recommend that you the power switch is turned off. We recommend that you the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the unplug the power cord from the wall outlet if the unit is unplug the power cord from the wall outlet if the unit is cord itself. not going to be used for a long time. This will save not going to be used for a long time. This will save electricity and help prevent fire hazards. To disconnect electricity and help prevent fire hazards. To disconnect 10. To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the and remove the antenna cable during an electrical cord itself. cord itself. storm. 10. To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord 10. To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord 11. The general digital signals may interfere with other and remove the antenna cable during an electrical and remove the antenna cable during an electrical equipment such as tuners or receivers. Move the storm. storm. system farther away from such equipment if interference is observed. 11. The general digital signals may interfere with other 11. The general digital signals may interfere with other equipment such as tuners or receivers. Move the equipment such as tuners or receivers. Move the system farther away from such equipment if system farther away from such equipment if interference is observed. interference is observed. NOTE:
Please check the copyright laws in your country before recording from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may NOTE:
NOTE:
infringe copyright laws. Please check the copyright laws in your country Please check the copyright laws in your country before recording from records, compact discs, before recording from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may radio, etc. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws. infringe copyright laws. Voltage Selector (General Model Only) Be sure to position the voltage selector to match the voltage of your local power lines before installing the Voltage Selector (General Model Only) Voltage Selector (General Model Only) unit. Be sure to position the voltage selector to match the Be sure to position the voltage selector to match the voltage of your local power lines before installing the voltage of your local power lines before installing the unit. unit. 110V 110V 110V 4 Welcome And thank you for purchasing the Hybrid-Quad from VocoPro, your ultimate choice in Karaoke entertainment! With years of experience in the music entertainment business, VocoPro is a leading manufacturer of Karaoke equipment, and has been providing patrons of bars, churches, schools, clubs and individual consumers the opportunity to sound like a star with full-scale club models, in-home systems and mobile units. All our products offer solid performance and sound reliability, and to reinforce our commitment to customer satisfaction, we have customer service and technical support professionals ready to assist you with your needs. We have provided some contact information for you below. VocoPro 1728 Curtiss Court La Verne, CA 91750 TEL: 909-593-8893 FAX: 909-593-8890 Toll Free: 800-678-5348 VocoPro Company Email Directory Customer Service & General Information info@vocopro.com Tech Support techsupport@vocopro.com Remember Our Website Be sure to visit the VocoPro website www.vocopro.com for the latest information on new products, packages and promos. And while you're there don't forget to check out our Club VocoPro for Karaoke news and events, chat rooms, club directories and even a KJ Service directory!
We look forward to hearing you sound like a PRO, with VocoPro, the singers ultimate choice. FOR YOUR RECORDS Please record the model number and serial number below, for easy reference, in case of loss or theft. These numbers are located on the rear panel of the unit. Space is also provided for other relevant information Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase 5 Listening for a Lifetime Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit youve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now its time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. VocoPro and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to a higher volume of sound. So what sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level:
Start your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Set the dial and leave it there. Pay attention to the different levels in various recordings. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection. Some common decibel ranges:
Level 30 40 50 60 70 80 Example Quiet library, Soft whispers Living room, Refrigerator, Bedroom away from traffic Light traffic, Normal Conversation Air Conditioner at 20 ft., Sewing machine Vacuum cleaner, Hair dryer, Noisy Restaurant Average city traffic, Garbage disposals, Alarm clock at 2 ft. The following noises can be dangerous under constant exposure:
Level 90 100 120 140 180 Example Subway, Motorcycle, Truck traffic, Lawn Mower Garbage truck, Chainsaw, Pneumatics drill Rock band concert in front of speakers Gunshot blast, Jet plane Rocket launching pad
-Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation 6 Getting Started IF YOU PURCHASED THE HYBRID QUAD-H
- Hybrid-Quad Receiver
- (4) Wireless Handheld Microphones (HYBRID-QUAD-H ONLY)
- (2) Antennas
- Power Adapter
- 1/4-to-1/4 Mic Cable
- (2) Rack Ears (1 Long & 1 Short)
- Mounting Plate
- (7) Phillips Head Screws 7 Getting Started WHATS IN THE BOX: HYBRID QUAD-B
- Hybrid-Quad Receiver
- (4) Wireless Bodypacks (HYBRID-QUAD-B ONLY)
- (4) Headset Microphones (HYBRID-QUAD-B ONLY)
- (4) Lapel Microphones (HYBRID-QUAD-B ONLY)
- (2) Antennas
- Power Adapter
- 1/4-to-1/4 Mic Cable
- (2) Rack Ears (1 Long & 1 Short)
- Mounting Plate
- (7) Phillips Head Screws HYBRID-QUAD HYBRID-QUAD HYBRID-QUAD HYBRID-QUAD 8 Descriptions and Functions RECEIVER - FRONT PANEL 1. ON/OFF Button - Powers the receiver on/off . 2. Mic Volume - Adjusts the volume of their respective microphone channels . 3. RF LEDs - Registers Mic status: LED will shine when associated mic is powered on . 4. AF LEDs - Registers Mic transmission: LED will flash when audio is received . 5. BNC Connectors - Used to mount antennas . RECEIVER - BACK PANEL 1. Unbalanced Mic Out - Outputs all mic signals via the included 1/4 cable to a mixer or amplifier . 2. Balanced Mic Out - Outputs the respective mic channel audio via an XLR cable to a mixer or an amplifier . 3. AC Input - Connect AC power adapter here . HYBRID-QUAD 13.5V POWER IN MIX OUT CH 4 CH 3 CH 2 CH 1 9 Descriptions and Functions HANDHELD MICROPHONE - HYBRID-QUAD-H ONLY 1. Mic Head - Picks up vocals . Note: Please hold within 5-6 inches of your mouth for best sound. 2. Mic ON/OFF Switch - Powers microphone ON/OFF . 3. Mic Battery LED - Indicates battery status . Note: When powered on, the LED will flash once and go out. When battery life is low, LED will flash continuously. 4. Battery Compartment - Insert two (2x) AA batteries to provide power . 1 4 23 10 Descriptions and Functions BODYPACK HEADSET MICROPHONES - HYBRID-QUAD-B ONLY 1. Antenna - Transmits audio to receiver . 2. ON/OFF - Powers bodypack ON/OFF . 3. Power LED - Indicates battery level . a .) Solid Green LED - Battery level is healthy and good to use . b .) Blinking Red LED - Batteries are low and require changing soon . 4. Mini-XLR Jack - Connect headset and lavalier microphone cables here . 5. Gain - Used to alter the overall volume output of the bodypack . Note: Gain alters volume output of bodypack only; it is in addition to the volume knob located on the receiver. 6. Battery Compartment - Insert two (2) AA batteries . Note: Rechargeable batteries are ok to use with this bodypack. Ensure rechargeable batteries are recharged in their appropriate charger to avoid damage to the bodypack. 1 2 4 3 6 5 11 Getting Connected TO CONNECT TO A MIXER UNBALANCED 1/4 1 . Connect unbalanced 1/4 cable (included) to the unbalanced output from the Hybrid-Quad receiver . 2 . Connect the other end of the 1/4 cable to a microphone input channel on a mixer/amplifier . HYBRID-QUAD 13.5V POWER IN MIX OUT CH 4 CH 3 CH 2 CH 1 Rear Panel HYBRID-QUAD Mixer BALANCED XLR (OPTIONAL) 1 . Connect 4 balanced XLR cables (not included) to the balanced outputs of the Hybrid-Quad receiver . 2 . Connect each end of the XLR cables into individual microphone input jacks on a mixer/amplifier to be used
(ex . Mic 1, Mic 2, Mic 3, Mic 4) . Note: Example illustrated is for clarity only. For ease of operation, attach the channel 1 output to the channel 1 input, channel 2 output to the channel 2 input, channel 3 output to the channel 3 input, and the channel 4 output to the channel 4 input on a mixer. HYBRID-QUAD 13.5V POWER IN MIX OUT CH 4 CH 3 CH 2 CH 1 Rear Panel HYBRID-QUAD Mixer 12 Attaching the Rack Mounts ATTACHING THE RACK MOUNTS The Hybrid-Quad is packaged with the rack mounts to attach them inside a standard 19 case . The mounts allow for a single Hybrid-Quad receiver to be installed, or allow up to two to be racked together . INSTALLING ONE RECEIVER 1 . Identify the small and large rack mounts included with the system 2 . Screw the mounts into to the side of the receiver . Small and large can be installed on either side . 3 . Slide whole assembly into a 19 case and secure with screws . 13 Attaching the Rack Mounts INSTALLING TWO RECEIVERS 1 . Identify the two small mounts and one metal plate included with both systems 2 . Fix the metal plate onto the bottom of both receivers, as shown . Make sure three screws are used to mount the plate to the bottom of each receiver . 3 . Screw the two small mounts on either side of the two receivers . 4 . Slide the entire assembly into a 19 case and secure with screws . 14 Commonly Asked Questions Q. What do I do if my mics are cutting in and out?
A . Make sure both antennas are firmly attached to their posts . A. Keep the receiver away from fluorescent lights . A. Make sure microphones are being used within the operational range . A. Ensure batteries are not depleted . Q. Theres a thumping noise coming through the speakers, what is it?
A. This typically occurs when the batteries are low . A. Less likely, it may be the power supply not providing the correct power . Try a suitable replacement adapter with same values to confirm . A. If problem persists, please call VocoPro at 800-678-5348 for further instructions . Q. The lights on the receiver are flashing off and on continuously, whats going on?
A. Ensure the correct power supply is used with the Hybrid-Quad . A. Inspect power supply cable for frayed wired or loose connections . A. Find a suitable replacement for the original power supply; contact VocoPro for factory original parts at 800-678-5348 . 15 FCC Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE 1: Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.