Godin Godin ASG-8 User manual

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Professional Audio
ASG-8 USER MANUAL

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Introduction
Thank you very much for your choice of
loudspeaker product for your application!
Features
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In order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every
feature provided by your new unit, owner’s manual should be read in
its entirety.
The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient
reference.
Contents
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ................................................................................................................................................. 3
PANEL CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
PANEL CONTROL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................... 7
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols
WARN IN G
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
This symbol alerts the user to important
instructions or warnings.
CAUTION
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material damage
should the unit be used improperly.
This symbol alerts the user to items that must
never be carried out (are forbidden).
WARNING WARNING
Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the
supplied power cord must not be used with any other
device.
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC
adaptor.
Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor
place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the
cord, producing severed elements and short circuits.
Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards.
Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts
within it(except when this manual provides specific
instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing
to your retailer or the nearest authorized Service
Center.
This unit, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be
capable of producing sound levels that could cause
permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long
period of time at a high volume level, or at a level
that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing
loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately
stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
Never use or store the unit in places that are:
Subject to temperature extremes(e.g., direct sunlight
in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of
heat-generating equipment); or are
Damp and humid(e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
floors); or are
Exposed to rain; or are
Dusty; or are
Subject to high levels of vibration.
Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is
level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on
stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your
retailer or the nearest authorized Service Center
when:
The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug
has been damaged; or
If smoke or unusual odor occurs
Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto
the unit; or
The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has
become wet); or
The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the
unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the
installation matches the input voltage specified on the
AC adaptor’s body.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
WARNING CAUTION
Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)
Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed
so they are out of the reach of children.
Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an
outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices.
Be especially careful when using extension cords-the
total power used by all devices you have connected to
the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the
power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord.
Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to
heat up and eventually melt through.
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the
unit.
Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet
hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an
outlet or this unit.
Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor
and all cords coming from external devices.
Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with
your retailer or the nearest authorized Service Center. Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.
Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart,
or thrown into fire or water. Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
Only switching off the unit and unplugging from an
outlet, the unit is powered off completely.
If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and
cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety,
please read and observe the following precautions.
 Carefully follow the installation instructions
for batteries, and make sure you observe the
correct polarity.
 Avoid using new batteries together with used
ones.
 If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth
or paper towel to wipe all remnants of the
discharge from the battery compartment. Then
install new batteries. To avoid inflammation of
the skin, make sure that none of the battery
discharge gets onto your hands or skin.
Exercise the utmost caution so that none of the
discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately
rinse the affected area with running water if
any of the discharge has entered the eyes.
 Never keep batteries together with metallic
objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces,
hairpins, etc.
 Dispose of the waste battery according to
national or local regulations regarding
hazardous waste.
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their
location or position does not interfere with their proper
ventilation.
Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord
when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or
this unit.
At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all
dust and other accumulations away from its prongs.
Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet
whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended
period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the
power plug and the power outlet can result in poor
insulation and lead to fire.
Should you remove screws, keep them in a safe place
out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them
being swallowed accidentally.
Shock hazardous voltages and currents are present
inside the enclosure. Do not remove and replace the
speaker grill and speaker by any means.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
IMPORTANT NOTES IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply: Use of Batteries
 Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being
used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter
(such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or
air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the
way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply
noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce
audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical
outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit
and the electrical outlet.
 The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
 When installing or replacing batteries, always turn off the
power on this unit and disconnect any other devices you may
have connected. This way, you can prevent malfunction and /or
damage to speakers or other devices.
 Use only suitable rechargeable batteries of the same size and
type. Make sure the polarity is correct. Or it may cause this unit
to malfunction.
 Please charge the battery as soon as you can when in low
energy. The battery’s storage capacity goes down if not using it
for a long time.
Note: Please charge the battery once a month regularly if not using it
for long period.
Placement
 Using the unit near power amplifier (or other equipment
containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To
alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or
move it farther away from the source of interference.
 This device may interfere with radio and television reception.
Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
 Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices,
such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit.
Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or
while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you
should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater
distance from this unit, or switch them off.
 Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or
otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Also, do not
allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light
source is very close to the unit (such as a piano light), or
powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for
extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or
discolor the unit.
 When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and /or humidity is very different, water droplets
(condensation) may form inside the unit, you must allow it to
stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely
evaporated.
 Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on
the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or
otherwise harmfully affect the finish.
 Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument.
Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the
exterior finish.
Maintenance
 For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or
one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove
stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild,
non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
 Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to
avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
 Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
 When connecting/disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself-never pull on the cable. This way you will
avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal
elements.
 To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night
or near specific places like schools or hospitals).
 When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
 Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables
that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use
of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low,
or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications,
contact the manufacturer of the cable.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

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PANEL CONTROLS
PANEL CONTROL LAYOUT

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PANEL CONTROL DESCRIPTION
PANEL CONTROL DESCRIPTION PANEL CONTROL DESCRIPTION
1. Channel Input
The 1/4” input accepts all types of passive or active acoustic pickups.
Plug a balanced mic into the XLR input for vocal or instrument use.
2. Gain
Use the Gain knob to set the level of the signal.
3. Bass
Boost here to add weight to the sound. In general, boost bass at low
volumes and flatten it out(or cut) at higher levels.With the dial set at
12 o’clock,the control is effectively out of the circuit.
4. Mid
This control affects how well the instrument blends in or stands out
in the mix. At loud volumes a midrange cut will achieve a more
natural sound. With the dial set at 12 o’clock, the control is
effectively out of the circuit.
5. Treble
Boost highs to add “air” to the sound of the instrument. With the
knob set at 12 o’clock, the control is effectively out of the circuit.
6. Phase
Use the Phase switch in conjunction with the Anti-Feedback filter to
eliminate acoustic feedback.
7. Resonance
If you encounter low-frequency feedback, sweep this control to
isolate and eliminate it.
8. Reverb
Determines the length of time for the delay or reverb effects.
9. Effect
When this button is lit, the input channel’s audio is processed by
Effect CH1/CH2.
10. Effect select
Use this control to select one of four effects for Effect .
11. Effect Depth
Adjusts the intensity of Effect
12. Mute
The Channel Mute switch shuts off the signals from Channels 1 and
2 to the speakers and all XLR outputs. The Channel Mute does not
affect the Aux Inputs or the effects sends. When mute is active, its
button LED will be li
13. Master Volume
Set the overall level of the Loudbox Artist with the Master Volume.
In general put the Master Volume as high as possible (2 o’clock to 5
o’clock) to achieve the cleanest sound.
14. Power
Lights up when the amplifier power is on.
15. +21V Power
Provides 24V to the XLR input on each input channel to power a
condenser microphone. When phantom power is active, its button
LED will be lit. Most condenser and dynamic microphones, as well
as some preamps, can be used safely with phantom power. However,
phantom power can damage some audio devices including some
unbalanced mics,preamps or stompboxes that have been modified for
balanced XLR use. Whenever there is doubt, contact the
manufacturer to confirm compatibility.
16. Bluetooth
To pair a Bluetooth enabled device for the first time,hold the pairing
button more than 5 seconds. You will hear an ascending tone and the
Bluetooth Indicator will change form a slow flash to a fast flash
indicating it is resdy to pair. Ensure your Bluetooth enabled device is
in pairing mode. Once paired the indicator will stop flashing and will
allow you to steam music to the amplifier. If the button is pressed
during paired playback, the playback will be paused and the
Bluetooth Indicator will display a fast flash.press the button again to
resume playback and the Bluetooth Indicator will return to on.To
activate Bluetooth for a previously paired device, hold the Pairing
button for approximately 1-2 seconds (must be less than 5 seconds).
An ascending tone will play briefly to indicate the Bluetooth is
powering on.The Bluetooth Indicator will slowly flash informing it is
ready to reconnect and will pair if your device is in pairing mode. To
turn off the Bluetooth when already paired, hold the button for 1-2
seconds. A descending tone will indicate that the connection is
powering down and the Bluetooth Indicator will turn off
17. Aux
Plug in a ling lever stereo audio source such as a CD or MP3 player
in either input. They are stereo inputs, however the left and right
signals are mixed to mono.
18. Level
Use this to control the level of an audio device plugged into the Aux
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19. Foot Switch
Plug a Fishman dua foot switch into this jack for remote access to
Channel Mute and Effect BMute.
20. Phones Out
When you plug in stereo headphones here, the speakers shut off. This
output monitors Channels 1 & 2 and the Aux input, so you can play
along with pre-recorded music through the headphones.
21. Mix D.I.Out
Plug in here when you wish to send signals from both Channel 1 and
2 to a mixing console or a slave amplifier. This post-EQ output is
alwaysground isolated to prevent ground loop hum.
22. FUSE
Specification:T2AL/250V
23. Power
Lower the Master Volume before you turn on the amp.Flip the power
switch to the up position.
24. AC power
Operate the amplifier only at the voltage indicated on the rear panel.
Disconnect device is AC inlet or power switch.

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Specifications
Item No ASG-8
Type 2-way active portable speaker
Power 150W RMS
Impedance 4Ω
Frequency Range
(-10dB ) 60-20k Hz
MAX SPL@1m 121dB
Inputs
COMBO * 2（MIC）
1/4 inch TS *2（GUITAR）
1/8 inch AUX/Bluetooth4.0 stereo * 1
Output
Foot Switch* 1
phones out* 1
MIX D.I. OUT* 1
Crossover 2KHz,24dB/oct
Power Supply AC 100～240V 50/60 Hz
Fuse T2.0A/250V
Way of protecting
the circuit Limiter
Enclosure Material PLY+Mesh cloth
Color Black
Dimensions
(H*W*D) 325*410*308mm
Weight 11.7kg

FCC STATEMENT
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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 uses 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.