Harley Benton BDI-2000 User manual

BDI-2000
active DI box
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.07.2015, ID: 255413

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Instructions for use................................................................................................................................. 10
5 Components and functions................................................................................................................ 11
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 16
7 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 17
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on 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 other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.
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.
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.
Symbols and signal words
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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 sound processing, impedance conversion and balancing
of signals from musical instruments with electromagnetic pickups. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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 sufficient 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.
Intended use
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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.
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.
Safety
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NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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3 Features
nFloor effects pedal and active DI box for impedance matching and balancing, designed for
bass guitar
nNumerous setting options
n1/4" and XLR outputs
nVoltage supply by 9 V battery or external power supply (not supplied)
nRobust metal housing
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4 Instructions for use
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Handle the device with care.
Do not try to disassemble or repair the device yourself in the unlikely event that it does not
work.
Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean the device.
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5 Components and functions
1 Connector for external power supply, e.g. a 9 V AC/DC adapter. If this connection is
used, the battery is automatically disconnected from the circuitry.
2BASS INPUT
1/4" phone socket for a standard instrument cable.
3PARALLEL OUT
Output socket. Use a standard instrument cable to feed the unprocessed signal to a
monitor.
4 The foot switch toggles the effect on / off.
5OUTPUT
Output socket. Use a standard instrument cable to connect this outlet to another
effects pedal or directly to an amplifier.
6ACTIVE
This LED lights up when the effects pedal is active. If the LED is not lit or just
glowing low during operation you have to replace the battery.
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7XLR OUT
XLR mounting plug output. Use an XLR cable to connect this output to an amplifier,
recording device or mixing console.
8LEVEL
Adjusts the effect level.
9GND LIFT
Ground potential switch. To eliminate hum noise caused by ground loops, use this
switch to disconnect the input signal ground potential from the ground potential
of the XLR output.
10 CONTOUR
Boosts treble and bass while lowering mids.
11 COLOR
Low-pass control to cut the high frequencies.
12 TREBLE, MIDDLE, BASS
Tone controls for high, mid and low frequencies.
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13 BLEND
Use this control to adjust the effect level of the output signal.
14 DRIVE
Gain control to adjust the distortion.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
You can either use a 9 V battery or the DC 9 V connection for an external power supply. Before
connecting, check for correct polarity.
When you do not use the pedal unplug the instrument cable from the input jack. Otherwise,
the battery will be discharged.
Power supply
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15 Battery holder
16 Battery clip for a 9 V battery
17 9 V battery
Changing the battery
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For installing or replacing the battery please proceed as follows:
1. Pull the flap of the battery holder (15) backwards and take out the battery holder.
2. Take the 9 V battery out of the battery holder (15) and pull off the battery clip (16) from
the depleted battery.
3. Attach the battery clip (16) to the new battery (respecting the pole marking) and put it
into the battery holder (15). Make sure that the battery cable is not trapped.
4. Insert the battery holder (15) into the unit and carefully press it down until it clicks into
place.
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6 Technical specifications
Input impedance 470 kΩ
Input sensitivity –30 dBu
Output impedance 1 kΩ
Recommended load impedance ≥ 10 kΩ
Internal noise –90 dB (IHF-A, typical)
Current draw 23 mA
Operating voltage supply 9 V battery (6F22) or external 9 V power adapter (not supplied)
Dimensions (W × H × D) 72 mm × 128 mm × 60 mm
Weight 600 g
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7 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of batteries
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This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of your old device
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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de