Anchor Explorer Pro User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
ANCHOR Audio, Inc. (310) 784-2300
100-0143-000 / Revision 1 - 03/04
Having trouble with the sound system?
Condition Possible Solution
No sound (power LED not lit): • turn POWER switch ON
• charge battery or plug in AC cord
Charge indicator doesn’t light: • leave plugged in for 48 hours to repair battery
No sound (power LED lights): • check for output from source
• make sure all cables are completely plugged in
• turn up volume control of input used
• remove plug from speaker output if not using
external speaker output
Shortened battery life: • charge battery fully; if battery life continues to
deteriorate, contact Anchor customer service
Distorted sound: • lower system volume control
Excessive hum or noise: • use shielded cables
• use balanced microphone
Having trouble with the wireless system? (Wireless Models Only)
Condition Possible Solution
No sound (RX ON indicator lights): • set MUTE switch to on (handheld mic only)
• turn up WIRELESS volume control
• make sure mic is plugged into bodypack
transmitter
No sound (RX ON indicator off): • pull VOLUME knob
• turn Explorer POWER switch on
• make sure transmitter power switch is on
• set receiver and transmitter to same channel
• replace battery in transmitter

Anchor Explorer Pro Specifications

Power

rated power output	75 watts AC / DC mode
AC power requirements	90 – 264 VAC, 50/60 Hz
12 VDC condenser mic phantom power	Yes

Audio Specifications

max SPL at rated power	109 dB @ 1 meter
frequency response	80 Hz – 16 kHz
sensitivity for rated output	Line -8.4 dBV (380 mVrms)

Weight and Dimensions

weight (AC/DC)	23 lbs / 10.4 Kg
weight (AC only)	16 lbs / 7.25 Kg
dimensions	16.5” x 10.5” x 10” (42 x 27 x 25 cm)

Summary

Important Safeguards

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Details critical safety precautions and warnings for operating the equipment to prevent shock or fire.

Graphical Symbols Explanation

Explains the meaning of warning symbols like lightning flash and exclamation point.

Specifications

Explorer PRO Technical Specifications

Wireless Operation

Receiver Channel Selection

Guide to selecting the correct wireless frequency channel on the receiver.

Transmitter Channel Selection

Instructions for setting the channel on both handheld and body-pack transmitters.

Wireless Microphone Operation

Precautions

Understanding and Preventing Feedback

Explains what feedback is, its causes, and how to avoid or eliminate it.

General Operation

Explorer PRO Control Panel Overview