Laney LION HEART L5T-112 User manual

ALL TUBE ‘CLASS A’
HERITAGE AMPLIFIER
L5T-112
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 1.2
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following.
1. Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product
2. The product should be powered by a three pin `grounded (or earthed) plug connected to a power socket with a grounded earth outlet.
3. All safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference
4. Obey all cautions in the Operating instructions and on the back of the unit
5. All operating instructions should be followed
6. This product should not be used near water, i.e. a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, wet basement, etc.
7. This product should be located so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built up enclosure that
will impede the flow of cooling air.
8. This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as stove, radiator, or another heat producing amplifier.
9. Connect only to a power supply of the type marker on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.
10. Never break off the ground pin on a power supply cord.
11. Power supply cords should always be handled carefully. Never walk or place equipment on power supply cords. Periodically check cords for cuts or signs of stress, especially at
the plug and the point where the chord exits the unit.
12. The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time.
13. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.
14. The user should allow easy access to any mains plug, mains coupler and mains switch used in conjunction with this unit thus making it readily operable.
15. Metal parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The vinyl covering used on some units can be cleaned with a damp cloth or ammonia based household cleaner if necessary.
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.
16. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any ventilation holes or openings. On no account place drinks on the unit.
17. A qualified service technician should check the unit if:
18. The user should not attempt to service the equipment. All service work is done by a qualified service technician.
19. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing gloss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone
will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified
the following permissible noise level exposure.
Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, slow response
8 90
6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1 ½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be
worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure exceeds the limits set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous
exposure to high sound pressure levels it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system
be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
!The power cord has been damaged
!Anything has fallen or spilled into the unit
!The unit does not appear to operate correctly
!The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
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PRECAUCION:
PRECAUCION:
ADVERTENCIA:
Este simbolo tiene el proposito de alertar al usuario de la presencia
de ‘(voltaje) peligroso’ que no tiene aislamiento dentro de la caja
del producto que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para
constituir riesgo de corrientazo.
Este simbolo tiene el proposito de la alertar al usario de la
presencis de instrucccones importantes sobre la operacion y
mantenimiento en la literatura que viene conel producto.
Riesgo de corrientazo - no abra
Para disminuir el risego de carrientazo, no abra la cubierta. No hay
piezas adentro que el pueda reparar. Deje todo mantenimiento a los
tecnicos calificadod.
Para evitar corrientazos o peligro de incendio, no deja expuesto a la
lluvia o humedad este aparato Antes de usar este aparato, lea mas
advertcias en la guia de operacion.
ATTENTION:
ATTENTION:
ADVERTISSEMENT:
Ce symbole est utililise pur indiquer a l’utilisateur de ce produit de
tension non-isolee dangereuse pouvant etre d’intensite suffisante
pour constituer un risque de choc electrique
Ce symbole est utilise pour indiquer a l’utilisanter qu’il ou qu’elle
trouvera d’importantes instrucions sur l’utilisation et l’entrerien
(service) de l’appareil dans la litterature accompagnant le produit.
Risques de choc electrique - NE PAS OUVIRIR
Afin de reduire le risque de choc electrique, ne pas enlever le
couvercle. II ne se trouve a l’interieur aucune piece pouvant etre
reparee par l’utilisateur. Confier l’entretien a un personnel qualifie.
Afin de prevenir les risques de decharge electrique ou de feu,
n’exposez pas cet appareil a la pluie ou a l’humidite. Avant
d’utiliser cet appareil, lisez les advertissments supplentaires
situes dans le guide.
VORSICHT:
VORSICHT:
ACHTUNG:
Dieses Symbol soll den Anwender vor unsolierten gefahrlichen
Spannungen innerhalb des Gehauses warnen, die von Ausrichender
Starke sind, um einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen zu konnen.
Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer auf wichtige Instruktionen in der
Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam machen, die Handhabung und
Wartung des Produkts betreffen.
Risiko - Elektrischer Schlag! Nicht offen!
Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, nicht die
Abdeckung enfernen. Es befinden sich keine Teile darin, die vom
Anwender repariert werden Konnten. Reparaturen nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchfuhren lassen.
Um einen elektrischen Schalg oder Feuergefahr zu vermeiden, sollte
dieses Gerat nicht dem Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.
Vor Inbetriebnahme unbedingt die Bedienungsanleitung lesen.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
WARNING:
Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
‘Dangerous Voltage’ within the products enclosure that may be
sufficient to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating
and maintenance (Servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
Risk of electrical shock - DO NOT OPEN.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do NOT remove the cover.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture. Before using this appliance please
read the operating instructions for further warnings.

BEFORE SWITCHING ON
After unpacking your amplifier check that it is factory fitted with a three pin 'grounded' (or earthed) plug. Before plugging into the power
supply ensure you are connecting to a grounded earth outlet.
If you should wish to change the factory fitted plug yourself, ensure that the wiring convention applicable to the country where the amplifier is to be
used is strictly conformed to. As an example in the United Kingdom the cable colour code for connections are as follows.
EARTH OR GROUND - GREEN/YELLOW
NEUTRAL - BLUE
LIVE - BROWN
NOTE
This manual has been written for easy access of information. The front and rear panels are graphically illustrated, with each control and
feature numbered. For a description of the function of each control feature, simply check the number with the explanations adjacent to each
panel.
Your Laney amplifier has undergone a thorough two stage, pre-delivery inspection, involving actual play testing.
When you first receive your Laney guitar amplifier, follow these simple procedures:
(i) Ensure that the amplifier is the correct voltage for the country it is to be used in.
ii) Connect your instrument with a high quality shielded instrument cable. You have probably spent considerable money on your amplifier and
guitar - don’t use poor quality cable it won’t do your gear justice.
Please retain your original carton and packaging so in the unlikely event that some time in the future your amplifier should require servicing
you will be able to return it to your dealer securely packed.
Care of your Laney amplifier will prolong it's life.....and yours!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
The Dark Art: In an age where guitar players have developed an unhealthy fascination with pre-amp distortion, the fabled sound of a tube
power amp being pushed hard has almost passed into history. Until now that is!
The L5T-112’s hand wired 5W Class A Single Ended output stage oozes classic, warm tube tones: The harder you drive it, the better it
sounds. Plus with enough gain for contemporary tones, it also has a mean, spiteful side to it as well – making it ideal for any style of playing.
Perfect for studio and practice use, but also equally at home or on stage plugged into a Laney LT-212 cabinet, the sound will blow you away.
Every Lionheart product is extensively play tested by experienced guitarists before being shipped to our customers. Only when the unit is
finished to our complete satisfaction is it assigned its own unique build number which is then hand stamped onto the rear mounted plaque.
Your L5T-112 should give you years of trouble-free amplification, however please take time to read this manual and familiarise yourself with
the controls as it will allow you to get the best from your amplifier. We hope you enjoy using your L5T-112 as much as we enjoyed designing
and making it.
Best wishes from all at Laney
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Player,
Thank you very much for purchasing your new Laney product and becoming part
of the worldwide Laney family. Each and every Laney unit is designed and built with
the utmost attention to care and detail, so I trust yours will give you many years of
enjoyment.
Laney products have a heritage which stretches back to 1967 when I first began
building valve amplifiers in my parent’s garage. Since then we have moved on from
strength to strength developing an extensive range of guitar, bass, public address
and keyboard amplification products along with a list of Laney endorsees that
includes some of the world’s most famous and respected musicians. At the same
time we believe we have not lost sight of the reason Laney was founded in the first
place - a dedication to building great sounding amplification for working musicians.
Warm Regards,
Lyndon Laney CEO
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HI INPUT:
LO INPUT: ‘
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CLEAN VOL:
BRIGHT:
DRIVE:
‘Hi’ stands for high gain. This input is designed for the connection of low output level guitars making it well suited
for guitars with single coiled or low gain humbucker type pickups. Use of high gain pickups in this input may drive the preamp
too hard causing a "mushy" sound. Only use good quality guitar cable.
Lo’ stands for low gain. This input is attenuated down approximately 50% from the Hi input and is designed for
high output level guitars. It is useful in obtaining output that is "tight" not "mushy" from high gain humbucker type pickups
Also use this input for the cleanest full range sound with extended low end response. Only use good quality guitar cable.
Sets how loud the clean channel is. Try cranking it up a little to drive the power tubes harder for that real
retro sound and feel that only a quality tube amplifier can deliver. Now use your guitar volume to control the amount of
distortion. (Wind it up for distortion back it off a little for clean)
Adds brightness and life to the treble frequencies of your guitar when on the clean channel. Adds edge and picking
emphasis when on the drive channel. The switch has more effect at low Clean Volume/Drive control settings. Use in
conjunction with the Treble and Tone controls for optimum performance. Switch up to enable.
Sets the level of tube preamplifier drive or how dirty your sound is. This control should be used in conjunction with
the Drive Volume (6) Setting low levels of gain with high levels of volume will give a clean preamplifier sound with tube output
stage overdrive. Setting a medium drive level and medium Drive Volume will give a nice crisp bluesy lead tone, again with the
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
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ability to drive the output stage at higher Drive Volume settings. Setting a high level on the Drive control and a low setting on
the Drive Volume will give you a punchy hard rock lead tone, with the ability to again drive the output tubes at higher Drive
volume settings. Having set the Drive and Drive Volume controls to your desired sound try backing off your guitar volume and
tone controls for lots of other cool sounds. Good tube amplifiers have the unique ability to produce a wide range of sounds by
using only your guitar controls, playing weight and style.
Sets how loud the 'Drive' channel is
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This led will illuminate when the Drive channel is activated with the Drive switch (8) or the includedl Laney FS2
remote footswitch.
Switch up to enable the 'Drive' channel. (This switch must be in the Down (OFF) position in order for the
drive to be switched remotely via a foot switch.)
BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE: These are a traditional set of passive tone controls. Passive controls have the advantage of
always sounding musical at any of their settings mainly due to their unique interactive nature. This gives players a more natural
set of tools to create their ideal sound. (Try them all set at midway (5) as a good starting point)
REVERB: Controls how loud the built in reverb sounds. The reverb in the L5T-112 is a legendary Sound Enhancements aka
‘Accutronics reverb’ - the only choice for that authentic reverb sound .
The tone control works in a similar fashion to the Tone control you probably have on your guitar except that it
uniquely works at the other end of the amplification chain. This has the ability to not only control the overall top end response
but also reduce upper end harmonics on the output stage and preamplifier overdrive sounds. This will give you bright cutting
sounds at high settings and smooth rounded sounds at lower settings. (Midway (5) is a good starting point)
(Always switch off and disconnect the power cord when not in use)
STANDBY SWITCH: Disconnects the main HT voltage from the tubes but keeps the tubes warm so that they are ready to
go instantly. Switch to standby for short breaks when you don’t want to wait for the tubes to warm up again.
DRIVE VOL: . It is useful to experiment with drive levels and drive volumes. If you want
a very open, warm and semi overdriven sound try reducing the amount of drive and increasing the drive volume. This reduces
pre amp gain but pushes the power amp section and makes it work harder giving you a very desirable level of power amp
distortion which is a very pleasing “retro” style sound.
DRIVE LED:
DRIVE SWITCH:
TONE:
POWER LED: This led will be lit when the amplifier is switched on.
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POWER: Main power switch for unit.
POWER INLET SOCKET. Connect to your power source. Make sure the specified voltage is correct for your country!
POWER FUSE: This drawer contains the main safety fuse for the unit. The fuse protects the AC power to the amplifier.
USE ONLY THE CORRECT SIZE AND RATING OF FUSE AS SPECIFIED ON THE PANEL. If a fuse blows or fails and a
replacement of the same size and rating is installed and it in turn blows, the amplifier has suffered a malfunction internally and
needs immediate service from a qualified technician. DO NOT TRY USING A FUSE OF HIGHER RATING. Using a fuse that
is too large in current rating may cause serious, irreparable damage to the amplifier and presents a serious fire hazard. The
mains fuse ratings are detailed in the specs section at the rear of this manual
HT FUSE: This fuse protects the DC power to the tubes within the amplifier. USE ONLY THE CORRECT SIZE AND
RATING FUSE AS SPECIFIED ON THE PANEL. If a fuse blows or fails and a replacement of the same size and rating is
installed and it in turn blows, the amplifier has suffered a malfunction, at this point check the output tubes and replace faulty
ones if required. Should tubes not be the problem the amplifier should be checked out by a qualified technician. Do not try
using a fuse of greater value. Using a fuse that is too large in current rating may cause serious, irreparable damage to the
amplifier. Fuses are designed to protect, do not take chances.
EXTENSION CABINET: Use to connect an 8-16 ohm extension cabinet. Please note mismatched impedance will reduce
the amplifiers performance and in some cases may cause damage to your amplifier. Set the switch to the 8 ohm when using
only the internal loudspeaker, switch to the 4 ohm setting when connecting to an additional 8 ohm cabinet. Try the L5T-112
into a Laney Lionheart LT-212 cabinet - you will be amazed what this little baby cranks out. Note: If the onboard loudspeaker
jack is removed, an 8 ohm cabinet can be connected directly to the 8 ohm socket.
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SERIAL NO: Displays the model and serial number of the unit.
EFFECTS LOOP RETURN: Connect the output from your external effects to this socket. The effects loop allows you to
connect external effects such as tremolos, chorus and delays to your amplifier. A portion of the signal leaves the amplifier via
the `Send’ socket and comes back from the effects via the `Return` socket. Use the output level control on your FX to control
how loud the FX return signal sounds.
EFFECTS LOOP SEND: Connect the input of your external effect to this socket A ‘side chain’effects loop allows you to
connect external effects such as tremolos, chorus and delays to your amplifier. Signal leaves the amplifier via the `Send’ socket
and comes back from the effects via the `Return` socket. Some Effects are better suited to being between the guitar and
amplifer input - these are foot pedal types / distortion / wah wah pedals etc. Rack mount effects will work better in the FX
loop on the amplifer rear. Stomp boxes are normally designed for small signals such as a guitar output whereas rack mount FX
are designed for the higher signal level obtained from an FX send.
FOOTSWITCH SOCKET: Provided for the connection of the included Laney FS2 footswitch.This allows you to remotely
switch between the clean/drive channel and switch the built in reverb On/Off.
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The L5T-112 is factory fitted with a unique Tilting Mechanism, allowing the cabinet to be used either in the upright or tilted
back position. Please ensure the amp is on a stable level surface before using in the tilted position.
Lionheart products use only the best available build techniques and components to produce that perfect sound. This includes
the loudspeakers which are selected for their tonal quality. Because these speakers are hand made, using vintage style materials
which are acknowleged to give the best guitar sounds, they will take several hours of playing to settle down to their optimum
sound.

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QUICK START SETTINGS - suggestions only, experiment!
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