ComPack Universal Telephone Audio Interface User Guide JK Audio
Introduction ComPack is a universal telephone audio interface that connects to cell phones, PBX phone systems and standard analog phone lines. Perfect for remote broadcasts, IFB feeds, or interviews over any telephone connection. Simply plug your audio equipment into ComPack and connect to a phone line. Then put on your headphones, plug in a microphone and you are ready to broadcast the game or talk up a taped interview.
ComPack General Operation 1. Connect your microphone (and/or line input) and headphones to the input and output jacks on ComPack. 2. (a) Connect the jack marked "Phone Line" to any standard analog telephone line, or (b) Connect the “Wireless Phone Headset Jack” to the 2.5 mm headset jack on your cellular telephone using the supplied cable, or (c) Disconnect the handset on an existing telephone and plug the coily cord from the phone into the “Universal PBX Handset Interface” jack on ComPack. 3.
Features 1. Female XLR Input Level Control 2. 3.5 mm Line Input Level Control 3. Headphone Level Control Clip LED 4. Battery Door 10. Power Switch 5. 9VDC Power Jack 9. Phone Line Switch On Hook / Off Hook 6. Phone Mix Output / Intercom Link 8. Keypad On / Off Switch 7. DTMF Keypad 1. Female XLR Input Level Control The Mic Input volume control adjusts the level of audio from the female XLR input. Adjusting this control determines the level of audio you send down the phone line from this input.
Features 3. Headphone Level Control The headphone volume control adjusts the level of audio sent out the 1/4” headphone jack. Adjusting this control will determine the level of audio you hear in your headphones. 4. Battery Door The easy change battery door can be opened by inserting a small object into the slot, such as a coin or fingernail, and lifting up and out. The battery should be removed if ComPack is not going to be used for extended periods of time. 5.
Features 9. Phone Line Switch This switch acts as the switch-hook for the telephone line. The Hang Up position is the normal on-hook position when you are not using the line or you are waiting for a call. When you want to place a call, or when a call comes in, switch to the Dial/Talk position. When using the Handset or Wireless Interface, the switch should remain in the Hang Up position at all times. 10.
Features 11. Battery Test Button / LED 12. Wireless Phone Interface Jack 13. 3.5 mm Line Input 14. Male XLR Output / Com Link 15. Headphone Jack 21. Visual Ring Indicator 19. Handset Interface Jack 20. Phone Line Jack 16. Female XLR Input 18. Handset Type Selector Switch 17. Mic/Line Selector for XLR Input The wireless interface on the ComPack works very well with most cellular telephones.
Features 16. Female XLR Input The female XLR input can be used for either the connection of a dynamic microphone or a line level audio signal such as from an audio mixer. This input can be used at the same time as the 3.5 mm line input. 17. Mic / Line Selector Switch The Mic / Line Selector Switch determines whether the female XLR is to be used as a mic level or line level input. 18.
ComPack Telecom / Intercom Link ComPack also functions as a simple “no-frills” telecom link for your beltpack intercom system. ComPack will provide bi-directional audio on pin 3 of the male XLR jack to any industry standard intercom beltpack system. ComPack does not provide power over this XLR jack nor does it require power from the loop. ComPack will not recognize a “call” signal generated by your intercom system and it will not provide one. 1. Slide the Male XLR selector switch to the Com Link position.
FAQs ? How ! do I select which telephone interface to use (analog phone line, PBX, or wireless)? Actually, all three connections are live all the time. Technically, you could connect to all three at once, but since there is no way to equalize levels, this "conference call" might not be the best quality connection. ? Will ComPack work with my model ______ cell phone? ! As long as your wireless phone has a 3-conductor, 2.
FAQs ? How can I record my conversation? ! The balanced male XLR, in "Line Out" mode provides a nice mix of both sides of the conversation. ? What is the Com Link used for? ! Simply slide the Male XLR function switch to Com Link and you can connect the ComPack Male XLR to your single channel beltpack intercom system.
Specifications Inputs: Female XLR 3.5 mm Outputs: Male XLR 1/4” jack 1000 ohms, mic/line switch -35 dB pad Line level, 20k ohms, 250 mV, (-10 dBm) RMS Phone mix mode - balanced 600 ohms, 15 mV, (-25 dBm) RMS intercom mode - bi-directional unbalanced 8 ohms, 500 mW Power: One 9 volt battery or AC power supply (included) Size: 8” x 3” x 2.2” (20.3 x 7.6 x 5.6 cm) Weight: 1.5 lbs. Shoulder strap, wireless interface cable and one 9 volt battery included.
JK Audio, Inc. ComPack Block Diagram 1/10/02 - WR 3.
FCC Registration Your new JK Audio product has been registered with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This product complies with the standards in Part 68 of the FCC rules. 1. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network The FCC requires that you connect this telephone equipment to the national telephone network through a USOC RJ-11C modular telephone jack. This equipment may not be used with Party Line Service or Coin Telephone Lines. This equipment is hearing aid compatible. 2.
FCC Registration (continued) be unplugged from the modular outlet until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the warranty section of the manual. 4. Rights of the telephone company If telephone equipment is causing harm to the network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service.
Warranty ComPack is covered by a 2 year warranty to be free from defective workmanship and materials. In the event that the ComPack needs repair, you must call us to get an authorization, and then carefully pack and ship it to us. You will pay for shipping to us and we will pay for the return back to you, UPS ground. No free repairs will be made if the defect was caused by misuse, weather conditions, or other cause, except for defective workmanship or materials.
