Marshall Amplification MG2CFX User manual

Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions
Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions
Do not use apparatus near water
Clean only with a dry cloth
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Only use attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain and moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
No objects filled with liquids should be placed on the
apparatus.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
Always ensure free movement of air around the
apparatus for sufficient ventilation. Do not block any
openings.
Do not attempt to remove the chassis; there are no
user serviceable parts within the chassis.
Only use ‘C’ size alkaline batteries.
Never use lithium type batteries of any voltage.
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or similar. They must be disposed of
according to local environmental aspects.
Only use supplied Marshall MG2AC or MG2AC-E
approved REGULATED AC adaptor: 9V @
500mA-1500mA, 100-240V AC, 5.5 x 2.1mm plug
centre negative.
Excessive sound pressure from headphones and
speakers can cause hearing loss.
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.
f 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.
• ncrease 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.
* EURO E ONLY - Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the EMC Directive
(Environments E1, E2 and E3 EN 55103-1/2) and the Low Voltage Directive in the E.U.
From Jim Marshall
would personally like to congratulate you on your
purchase of this next-generation Marshall MG2CFX
amplifier.
As a musician myself, fully understand what it takes to
successfully achieve your goals and dreams. n addition
to talent, dedication and a lot of hard work, you also
need equipment that does exactly what you ask of it.
Over the years have witnessed many advances in
amplifier technology and wanted this portable, battery
powered MG2CFX to take full advantage of such
innovations. This state-of-the-art, solid-state amplifier had
to meet the tonal expectations of the modern guitarist
whilst also incorporating new and exciting digital
technology. With this goal firmly in mind, set my
experienced R&D team the task of designing the
affordable MG2CFX in such a way that it would not only
produce the tone you’re looking for, but also offer an
intuitive and totally programmable way of customising,
storing and accessing your favourite Marshall tones.
Like all the amplifiers in the new MG range, state-of-the-
art manufacturing and stringent quality control
procedures ensure that your new MG2CFX meets the
high standard of build you have come to expect from all
Marshall products.
Whether this is your first ever Marshall, or is the latest
addition to your arsenal of amps, the tone, flexibility and
feel of this compact and rugged unit is guaranteed to
deliver the goods – from bedroom to backstage!
wish you every success with your new Marshall MG2CFX.
Welcome to the family...
Yours Sincerely,
Dr. Jim Marshall OBE
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1. Headphones
3.5mm Headphone socket allows the connection a
pair of headphones. When a jack is inserted into the
headphones socket, the unit’s speaker is muted.
2. Line In
The 3.5mm Line n socket allows the connection of an
external audio source e.g. MP3 or CD player.
3. ower Switch
Turns the amplifier on and off.
All ‘shift’ functions will be stored on power off.
4. Lock
Point to attach security lock. Visit
www.kensington.com for more info.
5. ower Socket & Cord Anchor
Socket for the supplied 9V PSU.
Battery Replacement
The MG2CFX can be powered via 6 C type batteries
for portable operation.
1. To replace the battery, remove the lower panel on
the rear of the unit by gently pulling via the cut out.
The panel is attached using velcro and detaches
from the unit.
2. Use 6 C type or equivalent batteries. Use alkaline
batteries only.
3. Always ensure that the batteries are removed
when the MG2CFX is not in use for long periods.
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MG2CFX
Power (RMS) 2W
Channels 10 Modes
Speaker 1 x 6½"
Current Draw 280mA
Weight (kg) 3.1
Size (mm) W, H, D 260 x 263 x 175
Technical Specifications
MG2CFX rear panel
Each control has a secondary function that can be
accessed by holding the Tap/Shift switch (5) and
turning the control. All ‘Shift’ function settings are
stored by the amplifier and will be remembered after
power off.
1. Input Jack Socket
Jack input for your guitar. Use a good quality guitar
cable (i.e. one that’s screened/shielded) to help
prevent noise, interference and unwanted feedback.
2. Mode/Bass
Mode
Selects one of the 10 modes (channels). The selected
Mode number (0-9) is briefly displayed in the display (7).
0: Clean -This is the cleanest of all the modes, punchy
but retaining a pleasant warmth.
1-3: Crunch - n modes 1-3 the amplifier adds a little
more gain, delivering a light break-up to the sound
and creating a classic crunch tone. As the modes
increase so does the amount of mid range pushing
through, achieving that typical Marshall crunch tone
perfect for blues and rock style playing.
4-6: OD-1 - n these modes the overall sound is further
broken up creating a traditional hard rock sound
which doesn’t blur the overall tone. As the modes
move forward the sound increases in warmth and bite
until you achieve a fully saturated Marshall rhythm
tone in mode 6.
7-9: OD-2 - For more aggressive and modern sounds
OD-2 offers an increasing amount of high gain, ideal
for lead and metal tones. As the setting is increased it
lifts the sound further until that distinctive modern
Marshall lead sound is reached.
Bass
Turning up the Bass control will add warmth and low-
end depth to your sound. The display (7) will show “b”
as the control is turned.
3. Gain : Treble
Gain
Controls the amount of signal entering the pre-amp
and the amount of distortion created in the selected
Mode.
Treble
ncreasing the Treble will make your sounds brighter
and more cutting, turning it down will decrease your
tone’s edge and make it sound softer as a result. The
display (7) will show “t” as the control is turned.
4. FX/Reverb
FX
Selects and adjusts one of three modulation effects
Chorus, Phaser & Flanger. The FX control (4) is split into
three segments and selects the type of modulation
effects and adjusts its associated settings. When the
control is set to ‘0’ the modulation effects are
switched off.
Reverb
Controls the amount of signal sent to the reverb.
When set to ‘0’ the reverb is turned off. The display (7)
will show “r” as the control is turned.
5. Tap/Shift (Hold Tuner)
Tap
Matches the delay FX time to the time between two
pushes. The LED flashes at selected delay time.
Shift
Hold the switch while turning a control to access its
secondary ‘Shift’ function.
(Hold Tuner)
Hold the switch for over 3 seconds without touching
another control to access the tuner.
Tuning
• The display (7)will show the closest note being played.
• The dot in the lower right hand corner will light when
the closest note is # (sharp)
• The Tap switch (5) will light if the note is is in tune.
• f the note is flat the LED to the left of the Tap switch
(5) will light.
• f the note is sharp the LED to the right of the Tap
switch (5) will light.
6. Volume/Delay
Volume
Controls the overall volume of the amplifier.
Delay
Controls the amount of signal sent to the delay effect.
When set to ‘0’ the delay is turned off. The display (7)
will show “d” as the control is turned.
7. reset/Tuner - Display
7 Segment LED display.
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Chorus
Phaser
Flanger
Modulation Off
Speed increases and depth is reduced
as knob is adjusted
Speed increases as knob is adjusted
Speed increases, feedback and depth
are reduced as knob is adjusted
MG2CFX front panel
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Whilst the information ontained herein is orre t at the time of publi ation, due to our poli y of onstant improvement
and development, Marshall Amplifi ation pl reserve the right to alter spe ifi ations without prior noti e.
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Marshall Sugges ed Se ings
Sparkling Clean Ballad
Dry Vin age Blues
Modern Rhy hm
Heavy Rock Hi-Gain
Phase Me al
Fa Lead Solo