FONESTAR ZONEMIC-6

Product overview

The FONESTAR ZONEMIC-6 is a 6-zone desktop paging microphone with 2 recorded messages and a musical chime, made for the FONESTAR ZONE-6 zone system.

Its unidirectional electret condenser gooseneck microphone gives crystal clear voice pick-up. Zone keys send announcements to any of the 6 output zones, M1 and M2 play pre-recorded messages once or in a loop, and new messages can be recorded straight from the microphone. Signal, power, clip and busy lights show the status at a glance. One RJ45 cable to the ZONE-6 carries audio, control and power, and up to 4 microphones can be cascaded over up to 200 m.

Key features

• Unidirectional electret condenser gooseneck microphone
• Remote playback of instant messages to 6 output zones
• 2 pre-recorded messages, single or loop playback, recordable from the microphone
• Musical chime with its own volume
• Microphone key configurable PTT or PTL
• Signal, power, clip and busy lights
• RJ45 OUTPUT and LINK: up to 4 microphones, 200 m
• Internal 16 GB microSD card, USB-C port to change messages

Zone selection

A short press of the zone keys selects zones for one message; a 4-5 second press locks the selection for future messages. ALL ZONES selects or deselects every zone at once.

Messages and chime

Select M1 or M2 and press PLAY; hold M1 or M2 for 4 seconds for loop playback. To record a new message press REC, speak and press REC again. Messages and the chime can also be replaced from a computer, through the USB-C port or by taking out the microSD card.

System connection

The OUTPUT port connects to the ZONE-6 or to the LINK port of another ZONEMIC-6. Power arrives through the RJ45 port (15 V DC, 500 mA).

In the box

• ZONEMIC-6 zone microphone
• Windshield foam
• Internal 16 GB microSD card (fitted)

Available versions

• ZONEMIC-6: black

FONESTAR ZONEMIC-6: frequently asked questions

Does it work on its own?

It is the zone microphone of the ZONE-6 system and connects to the ZONE-6 switching unit with an RJ45 cable.

How many microphones can be used?

Up to 4 ZONEMIC-6 units per ZONE-6, with up to 200 m of total cable to the last microphone.

Can I change the recorded messages?

Yes: record them with the REC key, or replace the audio files on the microSD card from a computer.

What is PTT and PTL?

PTT: hold the key to talk. PTL: press once to open the microphone and again to close it. Hold the key 8-10 seconds with no zone selected to change the mode.

Where can I buy the FONESTAR ZONEMIC-6 in India?

The FONESTAR ZONEMIC-6 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Reception announcements

Hotels, clinics and offices with a ZONE-6 system.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the microphone at the reception desk.
2. Select the zones.
3. Press the microphone key: the chime plays, then talk.
4. Release (PTT) or press again (PTL).

Tip: Wait until BUSY is off before talking.

Workflow 2: Recorded notices

Shops and factories with routine messages.

Connections

Setup

1. Record the notice in M1 with REC.
2. Select the zones.
3. Press M1 and PLAY.
4. Hold M1 for 4 seconds for loop playback.

Tip: Use loop playback for evacuation or closing messages.

Workflow 3: Two control points

Sites with an office and a security post.

Connections

Setup

1. Cascade the second microphone from LINK.
2. Keep the total cable under 200 m.
3. Test each microphone on every zone.

Tip: BUSY flashes on one microphone while the other is talking.

Workflow 4: School paging

Schools with blocks and a playground.

Connections

Setup

1. Lock the playground zone with a long press.
2. Make announcements at break time.
3. Use ALL ZONES for general messages.

Tip: Locked zones stay selected until you deselect them.

Workflow 5: Custom chime and messages

Installers personalising the system.

Connections

Setup

1. Disconnect the microphone and remove the bottom cover.
2. Open the card from a computer.
3. Replace the track in the Chime, M1 or M2 folder.
4. Refit the card and the cover.

Tip: Keep one track per folder.

Workflow 6: Factory floor

Production halls with high noise.

Connections

Setup

1. Enable the chime.
2. Select the hall zones.
3. Make the announcement.
4. Adjust the volume until CLIP stays off.

Tip: The chime draws attention before the message.