Rocktron BANSHEE User manual

May be covered by one or more of the following: U.S. Patents #4538297, 4647876, 4696044, 4745309,
4881047, 4893099, 5124657, 5263091, 5268527, 5319713, 5333201, 5402498 and 5493617.
Other patents pending. Foreign patents pending.
USER'S MANUAL
! Note !
Readthismanualthoroughlybeforeoperatingthisunit.Failureto
heed any warnings contained herein could potentially result in
damagetoyourequipment.

Copyright © 2002 GHS Corporation
AllRightsReserved.
YourBanshee™pedalhasbeen tested and complieswiththe following
Standardsand Directives as setforth by the EuropeanUnion:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC ElectromagneticCompatibility
Standard(s): EN55013,EN50082-1
Thismeans that this producthas been designedtomeet stringent guidelines
onhow much RFenergy it canemit, and thatit should beimmune from other
sourcesofinterference when properlyused.Improper use ofthisequipment
couldresult in increasedRFemissions, which mayor may notinterfere with
otherelectronicproducts.
Toinsure against thispossibility,always usegood shielded cablesforall audio
inputand output connections. Thiswill help insurecompliancewith the
Directive(s).
Formoreinformation about other Rocktronproducts,pleasesee your local
dealeror one ofourimporters closest toyou (listed onpages9-10).

Precautions
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THATYOU READ THIS SECTION TO
PROVIDE YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE. THIS UNIT REQUIRES
CAREFULHANDLING:
Read all instructions contained in this manual.
Keepthese instructions
Heedall warnings
Followall instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean with dry cloth
Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’sinstructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
This product is not equipped with a plug or cable. The included 9VoltAC adapter is
the only power supply approved to power this unit.
Protect the adapter cord from being walked on or pinched.
Onlyused attachments/accessoriesspecified by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not
specified by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod, bracket etc. is
properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra care and caution should be
taken to avoid tip over and injury.
Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused during long periods of
time.

PrecautionsContinued....
Referall service to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
DO NOTATTEMPTTO SERVICETHIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSON-
NEL SHOULD SERVICETHIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKEANY
INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENTATANY
TIME OR TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AT ANY
TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOWTHESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE
WARRANTYOFTHIS EUQIPMENTASWELLAS CAUSEINGASHOCK
HAZARD.
OPERATINGTEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between 32
F and 104 F (0 C and 40 C). This unit may not function properly under extreme
temperatures.

! WARNING !
The internal driver of the Banshee™Talkbox is capable
of producing extremely high sound pressure levels.
Because of this, the vinyl talkbox tube supplied with
the Banshee should NEVER be placed near any person's
ear. Failure to use caution and/or ear protection when
using this product may result in permanent hearing im-
pairment or hearing loss. The manufacturer is not re-
sponsible for any damage resulting from the use of this
product.
Due to health issues, the vinyl tube supplied with the
unit cannot be returned to the factory or dealer.
Contents
Introduction ............................................. 2
Functions ................................................. 3
Connections ............................................ 4
Block Diagram ......................................... 6
Specifications .......................................... 7

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron Banshee™
talkbox! The Banshee is a self-contained talkbox effect
containing its own preamp and power amplifier for driving the
internal horn driver. Unlike other talkboxes, where the effect is
connected between the amplifier and speaker, the Banshee is
connected between the guitar and amplifier—similar to
standard pedal effects. This eliminates the requirement of long
speaker lines for the A/B function in order to bypass the effect.
The Banshee also features an external speaker jack, which
allows access to the output of the amplifier while disengaging
the internal driver. An external speaker (8W min.) can then be
implemented for use as a practice amp, or a low power
recording amp.
A 6ft.non-toxic vinyl tube is supplied with the Banshee for
the talkbox function. On one end of the tube is a ¾" vinyl
sleeve. This end is to be inserted into the opening on the top of
the Banshee. This provides a snug fit for the talkbox tube.
Using the Talkbox Function
The talkbox effect is acheived by connecting one end of the
tube at the internal driver through the opening at the top of the
Banshee. When playing, the sound produced by the driver
travels through the tube to the other end, which is held in the
players mouth at the microphone. The player manipulates the
talkbox sound through mouth movement.

Functions

Connections
Connecting the talkbox tube:

Standard Connection
Wrap tube around mic stand so that end of tube opening is just past the end of
the mic. There are various ways to secure the tube to the mic - tape, elastic
bands, etc. (check Rocktron website forfuture accessories for this
(www.rocktron.com)
Place mouth over tube and let the sound go into your mouth - this sound will be
picked up by the microphone. How you move your mouth and lips will
determine the sound going into the microphone - try different things!:

RecommendedConnection
For the very best sound we recommend that you use an uni-
directional “probe” style microphone and a dedicated channel
on the mixer board for the Banshee. This will allow you to get
the maximum volume without feeding back. Use a separate
microphone for your Vocals. A Banshee Mic Stand Adapter is
available at www.rocktron.com

Using the Banshee with an external speaker as a practice amp.
Warning - do NOTattach extension speaker out to an amplifier orPAsystem.
This output is only meant to be connected to a speaker cabinet.

Block Diagram

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Specifications
Maximum Input
Input Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
Minimum Load on Output
Output Power
+9.5dBu
1MΩ
1.003A @ 5 watts
9VAC
8Ω
5W @ clipping (8Ωload)
* CE Approved *

Rocktron -ADivision of GHS Corporation
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Battle Creek MI 49015
USA
Rocktron Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
2002-0001
Rev. 1/03/02
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