EMG LES CLAYPOOL Service manual

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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
EMG MODELS: LC-PA (LES CLAYPOOL MODEL)
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upon examination the pickup is determined to be defective, a replacement will be made. Warranty replacement products are covered by this same warranty. This
warranty covers only those pickups and accessories sold by authorized EMG Dealers. This warranty is not transferable.
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SPECIFICATIONS: MODEL:
LC-PA
Logo Color Gold
Magnet Type Alnico 5
Resonant Frequency (KHz) 2.61
Output Voltage (Finger, Thumb) 2.00
Output Voltage (Thump) 8.0
Output Noise (60 Hz) -101
Output Impedance (Kohm) 3
Current @9V (Microamps) 380
Battery Life (Hours) 1000
Maximum Supply (Volts DC) 27
3 CONNECT CABLES 5.5” (14cm)
BATTERY
BUSS
STEREO OUTPUT
JACK
1 VOLUME CONTROL (25K)
1.200
1.200
(30.48)
(30.48)
2.250
2.250
2.450
2.450
1.100
1.100
R .125
R .125
(3.17) TYP
(3.17) TYP
R .234
R .234
(5.94) TYP
(5.94) TYP
(27.94)
(27.94)
(62.23)
(62.23)
(57.15)
(57.15)
1.200
1.200
(30.48)
(30.48)
.875
.875
(22.22)
(22.22)
.750
.750
(19)
(19)
NOTE: EMG Metal Works Pickups may be direct mounted
NOTE: EMG Metal Works Pickups may be direct mounted
with either short or long adjustment screws, depending
with either short or long adjustment screws, depending
on what works best for your instrument.
on what works best for your instrument.
See Diagram #9 on page 4 for instructions on using the
See Diagram #9 on page 4 for instructions on using the
included mounting standoffs with long screws.
included mounting standoffs with long screws.
Included with each pickup:
1 TONE CONTROL (25K) PICKUP CABLE 13.5” (34cm)
OUTPUT CABLE 6” (15cm)
BATTERY CABLE 7” (18cm)
- 9V +
Installation notes:
All EMG Active Pickups are compatible with each other. EMG Accessories, the VLPF, EXG, SPC or RPC Controls can be added to any EMG system
without requiring an extra battery. DO NOT reconnect the bridge ground wire, as EMG Active Pickups do not require string grounding. Use the
25K Ohm controls that are included for best results. If your output jack is a long panel style you will need to solder a stereo jack, like the
SwitchCraft 152B or similar. Adjust the pickup level to the strings, and experiment with a distance that works for you.
Alternate wiring diagrams are available at: emgpickups.com.
2 PICKUP IN/ OUT
BATTERY BUSS
LONG ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS (4)
MOUNTING
STANDOFFS (4)
SHORT ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS (4)
METALWORKS

Installation Instructions:
EMG Models: LC-PA
LC-PA Page 2
General Notes:
Every attempt has been made to make this a solderless installation.
There are some instances where this is not possible;
1) If your instrument uses a long panel output jack and you had passive pickups
you will need a new stereo output jack (the Switchcraft 152B is recommended).
Soldering to the new jack will be required, see page 4.
2) Power Supply tips are on page 4. If your instrument has a battery holder,
you are installing this pickup with an older EMG, or you want to supply your
instrument with +18 Volts, see page 4 for tips to avoid soldering.
If you are installing only one pickup use the instructions on this page.
If you are installing two pickups go to page 3 and begin there.
Installation (One Pickup Basses):
1) Plug the pickup cable onto the EMG Pickup header as shown
in Diagram #1 and route the cable to the control cavity.
If the cable is too long, wind up the excess and keep it
under the pickup if possible.
Master Volume control only
2) Refer to Diagram #2. Plug both the pickup cable and the output
cable onto the volume control as shown, then go to step 4.
Master Volume and Tone control
3) Refer to Diagram #3. Plug the pickup cable onto the volume
control as shown. Plug a connector cable from the volume
control to the tone control. Plug the output cable onto the
tone control as shown.
4) Connect the wires of the output cable to the output jack by
pushing the connectors on as shown.
WHITE wire to the TIP (T) contact,
BLACK wire to the SLEEVE (S) contact
BLACK battery negative wire to the RING (R) contact.
5) Using the battery buss, insert the RED wire of the pickup,
and the battery RED wire. Extra pins can be used for
EMG Accessories.
6) Wrap the battery in a piece of insulating foam and
place it securely in the control cavity.
We suggest that you plug in the instrument and test
it before closing the control cavity.
Diagram #3
One Pickup
One Volume
One Tone VOLUME
B122rH
TONE
B124rH
MASTER
TONE
FROM PICKUP
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED
RED
BATTERY
BUSS
OUTPUT CABLE
MASTER
VOLUME
- 9V +
Using EMG Active Accessories (BTS, BQS, VLPF, etc.)
Diagram #4 below shows the installation of a single volume control along with
the BTS Control. This 5-pin layout is the same for all EMG Active Accessories,
so they can be interchanged. Alternate wiring diagrams are available at: emgpickups.com.
TREBLE
CONTROL
- 9V +
MASTER
VOLUME
OUTPUT
T
R
S
OUTPUT CABLE
NOTE REVERSED
CONNECTOR!
BATTERY
BUSS
FROM PICKUP
BTS
CONTROL
VOLUME
B122rH
Diagram #4
One Pickup
One Volume
BTS Control
BASS
T
R
S
Diagram #2
One Pickup
One Volume
VOLUME
B122rH
MASTER
VOLUME
FROM PICKUP
T
R
S
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED
RED
BATTERY
BUSS
OUTPUT CABLE
- 9V +
E/A SIDE D/G SIDE
Diagram #1

LC-PA Page 3
Installation Instructions:
EMG Models: LC-PA
Installation (Two Pickup Basses):
Refer to Diagram #5 or #6 for basses without a selection switch
Refer to Diagram #7 for basses with a selector switch
1) Install the pickups and route the pickup cables to the control cavity.
If the cables are too long, keep any excess under the pickup.
2) Mount the volume and tone controls into the body / pickguard.
3) Plug connector cables between the volume and tone controls as depicted for
your specific bass, including the solderless ouput cable.
4) For switchless basses, go to step 5. For basses with a selector switch:
Strip the insulation from the switch wires, insert them into the GREEN
terminal block and tighten the screws with a small screwdriver. The Bridge
pickup goes to the “BR” terminal, the Neck pickup goes to the “NK” terminal,
and the Output of the switch goes to the “O” terminal. If there is a ground wire
coming from the switch, connect it to a black “GND” terminal.
5) Connect the output cable to the jack by pushing the connectors on as shown.
WHITE wire onto the TIP (T) contact,
BLACK wire onto the SLEEVE (S) contact
BLACK battery negative wire onto the RING (R) contact.
5) Plug the RED Wires of the pickups onto the V+ Supply Buss (RED Shroud)
along with the RED of the battery clip.
Extra pins on the V+ Supply Buss are for EMG Accessories.
6) Wrap the battery in a piece of insulating foam and place it securely in the
control cavity.
We suggest that you plug in the instrument and test it before closing the
control cavity.
****Tips and Tricks**** Start your installation by:
****Tips and Tricks**** Start your installation by:
1) Determine which type output jack your instrument has.
1) Determine which type output jack your instrument has.
A Stereo 12B type is Included, but if you have a long panel jack
A Stereo 12B type is Included, but if you have a long panel jack
a SwitchCraft 152B Long Panel Jack will be required.
a SwitchCraft 152B Long Panel Jack will be required.
2) Remove the strings, remove any existing pickups and controls
2) Remove the strings, remove any existing pickups and controls
(remember the order and function of each control)
(remember the order and function of each control)
3) Determine a good spot for the pickup buss and make sure the
3) Determine a good spot for the pickup buss and make sure the
cable or wires from the selection switch will reach the pickup buss,
cable or wires from the selection switch will reach the pickup buss,
4) Install the EMG Volume and Tone Controls and tighten them in.
4) Install the EMG Volume and Tone Controls and tighten them in.
5) Then install the pickups keeping any excess cable under the pickup
5) Then install the pickups keeping any excess cable under the pickup
rather than in the control cavity.
rather than in the control cavity.
6) IMPORTANT: EMG Active Pickups do not require a string ground wire!
6) IMPORTANT: EMG Active Pickups do not require a string ground wire!
DO NOT reconnect the string ground, it is unnecessary.
DO NOT reconnect the string ground, it is unnecessary.
OUTPUT
BATTERY
BUSS
NECK PICKUP
BRIDGE PICKUP
RED
RED
RED
TONE
B124rH
NK TONE
VOLUME
B122rH
NK VOLUME
TONE
B124rH
BR TONE
VOLUME
B122rH
BR VOLUME
T
R
S
Diagram #6
Two Pickups
Two Volume
Two Tone BATTERY
NEG (-)
- 9V +
VOLUME
B122rH
- 9V +
OUTPUT
NECK PICKUP
BRIDGE PICKUP
BR VOLUME
NK VOLUME
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED
RED
BATTERY
BUSS
Diagram #5
Two Pickups
Two Volume
One Tone
VOLUME
B122rH
TONE
B124rH
T
R
S
MASTER
TONE
OUTPUT CABLE
OUTPUT CABLE
RED

TIP
RING
SLEEVE
Diagram #8
FROM TONE
OR VOLUME
LC-PA Page 4
Diagram #10
If the instrument has a Battery Holder:
If your instrument has a 9 or 18 Volt battery holder you can still
use the EMG Connectors to supply power to the pickups.
Simply cut and strip the wires from the battery clip provided.
Twist the wires together (Red to Red and Black to Black) and
use the shrink tubing included to cover the connections.
Soldering the wires is recommended.
9/18 VOLT
BATTERY
HOLDER
Cover these connections with the
shrink tubing provided.
BLACK to RING terminal
of the Output Jack
RED to BATTERY OR PICKUP BUSS
BLACK to RING terminal
of the Output Jack
RED TO BATTERY BUSS (+18Volts)
Diagram #11
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED to BATTERY BUSS
Soldering to the 152B Panel Jack:
If your instrument has a long panel jack like the one below
you will have to solder the output cable as shown.
Ground (Black) to the sleeve
Signal (White) to the Tip
Battery Negative (Black) to the Ring
- 9V +
- 9V +
- 9V +
T
R
S
RED
BLACK
Diagram #7
Two Pickups
Two Volume
One Tone
Toggle Style Switch
Diagram #9
Installation with Mounting Standoffs:
The included mounting standoffs may assist in the pickup
installation process for certain instruments. The standoffs
slip onto the long adjustment screws prior to mounting
the pickups. This prevents the screws from being driven
too deeply into the instrument. The standoffs are not
intended for use with the short adjustment screws.
+18 Volt Wiring Option:
If you want to operate your instrument at +18 Volts for more
headroom then use 2 batteries wired as below.
Also, if you are using any type of EQ in your instrument
(EMG-BT, BQ) or anything that boosts the pickup signal then
+18 Volts is recommended.
Solder the Black and Red
wires together and cover
the connection with shrink
tubing, or other insulation.
VOLUME
B122rH
VOLUME
B122rH
TONE
B124rH
NECK PICKUP
BRIDGE PICKUP
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED
RED
RED
GROUND
BRIDGE P/U
NECK P/U
OUTPUT
- 9V +
NK VOLUME
BR VOLUME
T
R
S
MASTER
TONE
OUTPUT CABLE
LONG ADJUSTMENT SCREW
MOUNTING STANDOFF