Harley Benton JamBox HB-15GXD User manual

HB-15GXD JamBox
Guitar Combo
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
02.09.2022, ID: 464754 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 14
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.1 Selecting amp sound...................................................................................................................... 18
6.2 Drum machine.................................................................................................................................. 19
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 22
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 24
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 26
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
Instructions
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – hot surface.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for amplication and playback of signals from musical
instruments with electromagnetic pickups. Any other use or use under other operating condi‐
tions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking
hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and
choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a
registered electrician.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of
time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience
ringing in your ears or hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use sucient ear protectors.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
Using headphones for a prolonged period and at high volume can cause hearing damage. Avoid using the device at high volume,
especially when using headphones.
WARNING!
Risk of burns
The surface of the device can become very hot during operation. Do not touch the device with bare hands during operation, and
after switching o wait for at least 15 minutes.
NOTICE!
Risk of re
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked ames.
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid
direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can
damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC
outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the
user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric
shock or re.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time
cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐
sary, i.e. felt pads or similar.
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3 Features
Special features of the device
n15 watt digital electric guitar combo
n5" speaker
n8 amp modellings: Roland Jazz Chorus, Wave X Clean, Ibanez TS9, Boss SD1, Crunch Box,
Wave X Power Drive, Wave X Power Drive Rhythm, Boss MT2
n6 digital eects (Delay, Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo)
nBuilt-in drum machine (36 rhythm patterns with tempo)
nAux input
nHeadphones output
nGuitar input
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic elds
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic eld. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely aected or damaged by an external
magnetic eld.
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5 Connections and controls
POWER
ON
AMP GAIN TONE VOLUME
INPUT
ACTIVE TURN
RHYTHM TEMPO VOLUME
DELAY
REVERB
CHORUS
TREMOLO
PHASER
FLANGER
JC CLEAN
CLEAN
TUBE
SCREAMER
BLUES LEAD
CRUNCH
RHYTHM
METAL
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Control panel
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1[POWER ON] | LED lights up when the unit is operational.
2[AMP] | control to adjust the amplier sound
3[GAIN] | control to adjust the signals preamp gain
4[TONE] | control to adjust the brightness of the amplier sound
5[VOLUME] | control to adjust the volume
6 Control to adjust the intensity of the reverb and delay eect
7 Control to adjust the intensity of the chorus, anger, phaser, and tremolo eect
8 Built-in drum machine
[RHYTHM] | LED lights up when the drum machine is active.
[TEMPO] | LED lights up while the rhythm style tempo is being set.
[VOLUME] | LED lights up while the rhythm style volume is being set.
[ACTIVE] | button to activate the drum machine
[TURN] | button to activate the rhythm style, speed and volume setting
[–]/[+] | increases or decreases the value of rhythm style, speed, and volume
9[INPUT] | guitar input, designed as 1/4" jack socket
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AC INPOWER
AUX IN PHONES
HOT AREA
HOT AREA
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10 [AUX IN] | Aux input for connecting an MP3 or CD player, designed as 1/4" jack socket
11 [PHONES] | headphones output, designed as 1/4" jack socket. When you connect headphones, the internal speaker is
automatically muted.
12 [HOT AREA] | Hot surface. To avoid burns, do not touch this area.
13 [POWER] | main switch. Turns the device on and o.
14 [AC IN] | mains cable
Rear panel
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6 Operating
6.1 Selecting amp sound
Turn the control [AMP] and select one of the eight amp sounds.
The following table shows the preset amps sounds.
Set sound Comparable sound Set sound Comparable sound
JC CLEAN Roland Jazz Chorus CRUNCH Crunch Box
CLEAN Wave X Clean LEAD Wave X Power Drive
TUBE SCREAMER Ibanez TS9 RHYTHM Wave X Power Drive Rhythm
BLUES Boss SD1 METAL Boss MT2
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6.2 Drum machine
6.2.1 Turning on drum machine
1. Press [ACTIVE] to turn on the drum machine. The LED [RHYTHM] is lit.
2. To turn o the drum machine, press again [ACTIVE]. The LED [RHYTHM] turns o.
6.2.2 Selecting rhythm style
1. To select one of the 36 rhythm styles, press [TURN] while the drum machine is active. The
LEDs [RHYTHM], [TEMPO] and [VOLUME] light up alternately.
2. If the [RHYTHM] LED lights up only, use [–] or [+] to select the desired rhythm style.
3. When the desired rhythm style is selected, release [–] or [+] .
The following table shows the preset rhythm styles.
Number Sound Number Sound Number Sound Number Sound
1 beat_8_1 10 beat_Metal_1 19 beat_Pop_1 28 beat_5per4_1
2 beat_8_2 11 beat Metal_2 20 beat_Pop_2 29 beat_5per4_2
3 beat_8_3 12 beat_Thrash 21 beat_Pop_3 30 beat_Latin
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Number Sound Number Sound Number Sound Number Sound
4beat_8_shue 13 beat_Punk 22 beat_Dance_1 31 beat_Ballad_1
5 beal_16_1 14 beat_DnB 23 beat_Dance_2 32 beat_Ballad_2
6 beat_16_2 15 beat_Funk_1 24 beat_Dance_3 33 beat_Blues_1
7beat_16_shue 16 beat_Funk_2 25 beat_Dance_4 34 beat_Blues_2
8 beat_Rock 17 beat_Hiphop 26 beat_3per4 35 beat_Jazz_1
9 beat_Hard 18 beat_RnR 27 beat_6per8 36 beat_Jazz_2
6.2.3 Selecting the rhythm style speed
1. To select the speed of the selected rhythm style, press [TURN] while the drum machine is
active. The LEDs [RHYTHM], [TEMPO] and [VOLUME] light up alternately.
2. If the [VOLUME] LED lights up only, press and hold [–] or [+] to set the speed between the
values 30 and 240.
3. When the desired speed is reached, release [–] or [+] .
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