Hartke HD15 User manual

Owner's Manual
HD15 Bass Guitar Combos

Important Safety Information
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
AS THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-
tude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance in-
structions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE -
NE PAS OUVRIR
EMC Notice
HD15 is an Active Speakers for professional use, they can be used in following electromagnetic
environment: residential, commercial and light industrial, urban outdoors. They are the apparatus
Not intended for rack mounting.
• For HD15, the peak inrush current equals to 0.5A
FCC Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1)this device may not cause harmful interference,and (2)this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock hazard, do not connect to mains power supply
while grille is removed.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufactur-
er’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. The apparatus shall be connected to a
mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
10. The mains plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the discon-
nect device shall remain readily operable.
11. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding type plug. A polar-
ized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are pro-
vided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
12. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
13. Only use attachments/accessories speci-
fied by the manufacturer.
14. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when
moving the cart/appara-
tus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
15. Unplug the apparatus during lightening
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
16. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Service is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
17. This appliance shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing water and that no
object filled with liquid such as vases shall
be placed on the apparatus.
18. Caution-to prevent electrical shock, match
wide blade plug wide slot fully insert.
19. Please keep a good ventilation environ-
ment around the entire unit.
20. To prevent injury, this apparatus must be
securely attached to the stand in accor-
dance with the installation instructions.
21. WARNING: The battery (battery or batter-
ies or battery pack) shall not be exposed
to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
22. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.
Important Safety Information
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate
collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private household in the 28 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used
electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a
similar new one).
For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling
and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Top Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rear Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using Equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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HD15 Bass Combos 5
Thank you for purchasing the Hydrive HD15 Bass Combo Amplifier from Hartke! We
know you don’t like reading owners manuals, but you’ve just purchased one of the finest
bass combos around, and we want to tell you about it. So, before you plug in and start
playing, we’d like to suggest you take just a few moments to scan these pages.
The HD15 is a compact combo featuring a 15-watt amp with an 6.5” Hydrive Series
speaker. Hartke Hydrive transducers are a radical change, and improvement, in bass
speaker technology. The unique hybrid cone speaker is constructed using an outside
paper cone, producing deep and warm low frequencies, and an inside aluminum cone
which produces mids that cut, yet are still sweet. The versatility of the Hydrive HD
Combos makes them ideal for bassists playing jazz, funk, country, roots rock, metal or
for whatever style you create.
In these pages, you’ll find a description of the many features of your Hydrive bass
amplifier combo, as well as a guided tour through its front and rear panels, step-by-step
instructions for setting up and using the amp, additional information about equalization,
plus full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t forget
to fill it out and mail it so that you can receive online technical support and so we
can send you updated information about this and other Hartke and Samson products
in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (www.hartke.com) for complete
information about our full product line.
We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy of your
sales receipt.
Serial number: ____________________________________________
Date of purchase: __________________________________________
Dealer name: _____________________________________________
With proper care and maintenance, your Hydrive HD Combo will operate trouble-free
for many years. Should the product ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA)
number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number,
the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-
6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing
materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton. If your HD15 was
purchased outside of the United States, contact your local distributor for warranty
details and service information.
Introduction