Harley Benton MP-500 User manual

MP-500
MIDI footswitch
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
01.10.2018, ID: 432466

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 General notes....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................ 5
1.1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................................ 6
1.1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 14
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 22
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 30
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 31
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 34
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1 General information
1.1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1.1 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.
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1.1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
Letterings
Displays
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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.
1.1.3 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.
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.
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 – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is used to control guitar ampliers or eect devices via footswitches and MIDI as
well as an interface for mobile devices. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions 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.
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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