Harley Benton HBV CC User manual

HBV CC
Electric violin
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
26.07.2023, ID: 568344, 568345, 568346, 568349, 568351, ...

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 5
3 Scope of delivery..................................................................................................................... 6
4 Assembly instructions.......................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Tuning the strings........................................................................................................... 8
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................... 9
5.1 Inserting the battery....................................................................................................... 9
5.2 Connecting the instrument cable........................................................................... 10
5.3 Connecting headphones........................................................................................... 10
5.4 Connecting audio devices......................................................................................... 10
5.5 Adjusting volume and tone...................................................................................... 10
6 Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 11
6.1 Changing strings........................................................................................................... 11
6.2 Battery change............................................................................................................... 11
7 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 12
8 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 14
9 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................... 15
10 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 16
Table of contents
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Electric violin

1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product.
Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document
for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you
sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous develop‐
ment. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the
documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 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 document.
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 possible dangerous situation that can result in death
or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
General information
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2 Safety instructions
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never
allow children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and
small children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without
supervision. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that
children could play with.
WARNING!
Possible hearing damage due to high volumes on headphones!
The use of headphones at high volumes may result in permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even
levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Avoid operating headphones at high volumes, in particular over an
extended period of time.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the
ambient conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments
with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If
temperature uctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the
device immediately. Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in oper‐
ation. In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by
qualied specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to leaking batteries!
Batteries can leak and cause permanent damage to the device. Take the batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for
an extended period of time.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity!
Incorrectly inserted batteries may cause res and destroy the device and the batteries. Observe the markings on the batteries and
on the device. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage to adjacent devices due to magnetic elds.
Speakers generate a static magnetic eld. This magnetic eld can aect other neighbouring units and in unfavourable cases
damage them. Ensure that speakers are always a sucient distance away from sensitive equipment that may be aected by an
external magnetic eld.
Safety instructions
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Electric violin

3 Scope of delivery
n1 × electric violin
n1 × bridge (pre-assembled)
n1 × strings set (pre-assembled)
n1 × 9-V block battery
Assembling and tuning your instrument are described in detail in the following sec‐
tions.
Scope of delivery
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4 Assembly instructions
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A(front side) 1 Bridge
2 Chin rest
B(rear side) 3 Headstock
4 Operating elements
C(operating ele‐
ments)
5[AUX] | connection for audio devices such as MP3 players (3.5 mm jack socket, stereo)
6[PHONE] | headphones socket (3.5 mm jack, stereo)
7[LINEOUT] | 6.35 mm jack to connect the instrument cable
8[Volume] | volume control
9 The status LED lights up when the device is turned on.
10 [ON/OFF] | main switch. Turns the device on and o.
11 [Bass] | bass control
12 [Midd] | control for adjusting the tone (mid frequencies)
13 [Treble] | control for adjusting the high frequencies
14 Battery compartment
Overview
Assembly instructions
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Electric violin

4.1 Tuning the strings
Tune all strings with the machine heads tailpiece using a tuner device to the correct
pitch (usually g–d'–a'–e'').
Assembly instructions
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5 Connections and controls
WARNING!
Possible hearing damage due to high volumes on headphones!
The use of headphones at high volumes may result in permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that
seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Avoid operating headphones at high volumes, in particular over an
extended period of time.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage by placing the instrument on the front side!
When placing the instrument on its front, there is a risk of damaging the
ngerboard and the tail piece.
If possible, always place the instrument with the back facing down‐
wards.
For installation and maintenance work: If possible, use a soft underlay if
you must place the device on its front for certain work. Avoid any pres‐
sure on the back, especially when placing the instrument on a hard sur‐
face.
Before you connect ampliers or microphones, the volume controls of the
violin and the devices to be connected must be set to “Minimum”. This
avoids loud crack noises when switching on.
5.1 Inserting the battery
On delivery of the instrument, a suitable 9-V block battery is enclosed.
1. Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the instrument.
2. Insert the battery into the battery compartment the correct way around and
close the battery compartment cover until it audibly latches into place.
Connections and controls
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NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity!
Incorrectly inserted batteries may cause res and destroy the device and
the batteries.
Observe the markings on the batteries and on the device.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to leaking batteries!
Batteries can leak and cause permanent damage to the device.
Take the batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for an
extended period of time.
5.2 Connecting the instrument cable
The [LINEOUT] connector for the instrument cable (6.35 mm jack, mono) is located at
the side of the instrument.
5.3 Connecting headphones
The [PHONE] connector for the headphone (3.5 mm jack, stereo) is located at the side
of the instrument.
When using headphones with 6.35 mm jack, you need an appropriate
adapter.
5.4 Connecting audio devices
The [AUX] connector for audio devices such as an MP3 player (3.5 mm jack, stereo) is
located at the side of the instrument.
5.5 Adjusting volume and tone
The controls to adjust the volume [Volume] and the tone (treble, mid, bass) [Treble]/
[Midd]/[Bass] are located on the back of the instrument.
Connections and controls
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6 Maintenance
6.1 Changing strings
Strings are subject to a natural aging process, which is also aected by the frequency
of use of the instrument. Changing the strings is recommended if the sound quality
of the instrument decreases audibly. Always replace the complete set of strings
(strings of 4/4 length) and always go string by string. In this way you avoid a strong
temporary bending of the neck due to reduced string tension. The bridge also
remains in the correct position and does not have to be readjusted.
1. For example, loosen the run-down E string from the trapezoidal machine head
attached to the bottom of the body (tailpiece).
2. Thread the new E string into the tailpiece on the headstock, pull it over the
bridge into the bore of the machine head.
3. Hook the string end to the machine head and tighten the string tension slowly.
At the rst windings, pay particular attention that the string is taut to the
mechanics.
4. Make sure that the string is running correctly through the grooves of bridge
and nut at the upper end of the neck.
5. Slowly increase the string tension until the correct pitch is reached. Use a tuner
or a pitch pipe for reference.
6. Proceed in the same way with the A, D and G strings and then tune all strings
again successively to the correct pitch. Note that the string tension will drop a
little and the instrument needs to be retuned several times until the strings
stay in tune.
6.2 Battery change
Replace the inserted battery if necessary (weak output signal) or at regular intervals.
1. Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the instrument and
remove the battery.
2. Insert the new battery into the battery compartment the correct way around
and close the battery compartment cover until it audibly latches into place.
Proceed as follows to change the
strings:
Maintenance
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Electric violin

7 Technical specications
HBV CC NG HBV CC RG HBV CC DG
Item no. 568344 568345 568346
Colour Natural Grain Reddish Grain Dark Grain
Input connections 1 × 6.35 mm jack socket
Output connections 1 × 3.5 mm jack socket
1 × 6.35 mm jack socket
Scale approx. 32.6 cm
Frame material ABS
Body material Carbon composite
Fingerboard material Carbon composite
Neck material Carbon composite
Bridge material Maple
Chin rest material Hardwood
Pick-up Active piezoceramic pick-up system with 9 V battery power supply
Machine heads None present
Battery 9-V block battery
Dimensions Total length: approx 57.5 cm
Lower bout width: approx. 21.5 cm
Body length: approx. 35 cm
Mid bout width: approx. 10.5 cm
Saddle width: approx. 2.5 cm
Maximum height: approx. 8 cm
Weight 635 g, without battery
Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing)
Technical specications
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HBV CC CF HBV CC RL HBV CC BM
Item no. 568349 568351 568354
Colour Carbon Fiber Red Lava Black Marble
Input connections 1 × 6.35 mm jack socket
Output connections 1 × 3.5 mm jack socket
1 × 6.35 mm jack socket
Scale approx. 32.6 cm
Frame material ABS
Body material Carbon
Fingerboard material Carbon
Neck material Carbon
Bridge material Maple
Chin rest material Maple
Pick-up Active piezoceramic pick-up system with 9 V battery power supply
Machine heads None present
Battery 9-V block battery
Dimensions Total length: approx 57.5 cm
Lower bout width: approx. 21.5 cm
Body length: approx. 35 cm
Mid bout width: approx. 10.5 cm
Saddle width: approx. 2.5 cm
Maximum height: approx. 8 cm
Weight 635 g, without battery
Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing)
Technical specications
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Electric violin

8 Plug and connection assignment
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable
equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated:
Even if a plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed
power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi
use. Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical rep‐
resentatives of the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding
while the signal is transmitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at
low levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred,
because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In
addition to the conductors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second
core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted
signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal
without any noise interference.
1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding
1 Signal (left)
2 Signal (right)
3 Ground, shielding
Introduction
Balanced and unbalanced transmis‐
sion
1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbal‐
anced)
Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack
(stereo, unbalanced)
Plug and connection assignment
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9 Cleaning
Clean the instrument and especially the strings after playing with a dry, soft, lint-free
cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a slightly damp cloth.
Never use cleaners containing alcohol or thinner.
Cleaning
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Electric violin

10 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 re. Dispose of
the batteries 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.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal
household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal rm 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 the packaging material
Disposal of batteries
Disposal of your old device
Protecting the environment
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Notes
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Notes
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