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CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2

WHAT IS PORTACOM PRO?  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2

BELT PACK OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3

BASIC SYSTEM OPERATION / SYSTEM RANGE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4

ADJUSTING MICROPHONE GAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4

U.S.E. (USER SELECTABLE ENCRYPTION)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5

HEADSET OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6

TROUBLE SHOOTING PORTACOM PRO  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6

EUROPEAN DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8

Anchor Audio, Inc.

Portable Sound Systems • Torrance, California

PortaCom PRO

PATENT PENDING

Wireless Intercom System

Anchor Audio Customer Service

888/444-6077   310/784-2300

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION 

INFORMATION TO USER

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate equipment.

FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT

To satisfy RF exposure requirements, this device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This product should be used only with with body worn accessories that do not contain metal.  This product should only be used with approved
body worn accessories.

INFORMATION FOR CANADIAN USERS (IC NOTICE)

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, this antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radi-
ated power (EIRP) is not more than required for successful communication.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

EUROPEAN CERTIFICATION

Hereby, Anchor Audio, Inc., declares that this Wireless Intercom is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi-
sions of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

PORTACOM PRO SYSTEM

Range (line of sight)

400’ / 122 m

Encryption

256 personal codes

FCC License

None required

Channels

16

Charger

5VDC – 2A

Frequency

2416 – 2449 MHz

Output Power

100mW

Battery Life

7 – 8 hours normal use

Batteries

Two “AA” NiMH rechargeable

FCC ID: J8ZBPW-300

IC: 6631A-BPW300

BPW-300 - Belt Pack

Connector

6-pin mini XLR, gold tipped, locking

DC Reqs.

5VDC – 500mA

Dimensions

4.4 x 2.7 x 1.1” / 11.2 x 6.9 x 2.8 cm

Weight

6.45 oz / 0.18 kg

HW-300 - Dual-Earpiece Headset

Connector

6 pin mini XLR, gold tipped, locking, TQ

Mic Type

Electret condenser

Dimensions 3.5 x 7.4 x 7.9” / 8.9 x 18.8 x 20.1 cm
Weight

16 oz / 0.45 kg

(Specifications subject to change without notice)

OWNER’S MANUAL

100-0148-000 / F - 9/06

For step-by-step video demonstrations on the proper setup & operation of your

PortaCom PRO Wireless Intercom System, click 

“SETUP VIDEOS”

at:

www.anchoraudio.com/portapro.php

Summary of Contents for BPW-300

Page 1: ...ician for help Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate equipment FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT To satisfy RF exposure requirements this device must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This product should be used only with with body worn accessories that do not cont...

Page 2: ... confi dence which you have shown by selecting an Anchor system I hope you ll take a few minutes to review this manual We ve incorporated several unique features into our prod ucts and your knowledge of how to use them will enhance the performance and your enjoyment of the system David Jacobs President on behalf of all Anchor Employees GETTING STARTED Please check your new unit carefully for any d...

Page 3: ... the batteries are charging Green light indicates the batteries are fully charged Typical battery life when fully charged 7 to 8 hours normal use Users who must leave their charger plugged in emergency preparedness crews etc are advised to replace the rechargeable batteries once every 12 months AA alkaline batteries can be substituted for the rechargeable batteries However connecting the charger w...

Page 4: ... and clarity PORTACOM PRO BELT PACK TOP BACK VIEW Model Shown BPW 300 Belt Pack Shown w Battery Compartment Cover Removed 4 ENCRYPTION SELECTION SWITCHES ON POSITION GAIN ADJUSTMENT HEADSET JACK plug in headset ALL CALL CHANNEL set to channel 9 for All Call LED INDICATOR OPERATING STATUS Slow Flash Listen Only Mode Fast Flash Active Mic Mode talk or listen Solid On Transmitting Receiving LED INDIC...

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