Taurus TS-10 User manual

DESIGNED BY MUSICIANS FOR MUSICIANS
Slim Line
TS-10
TS-12
TS-1010
TS-10, TS12, TS-1010
OPERATING MANUAL

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The Taurus' proprietary MLO system provides exceptional sound
creation flexibility, ease of use and intuitive tailored sound using
two tone knobs only.
The MLO automatically integrates optimal tuning of mid
frequencies using only bass and treble potentiometers. Logical
and effective tone adjustment greatly benefit musicians.
Furthermore, MLO keeps the volume level unchanged while low
frequencies are added to the original sound, changing only tone
characteristic, not it's volume.
MLO − SYSTEM Middle−range Level Optimization
The TAURUS Slim Line bass amp is designed with special
regards towards the most important features for musicians in mind −
perfect sound, wide range possibilities of tone creation, good
monitoring on stage, reliability and easy handling.
The TS−series is equipped with all essential tools to obtain complete
control over selective bass sound, suitable middle as well as treble
tones. In order to find appropriate sound of the instrument and (what is
extremely important in bass sound) appropriate middle band
proportion theTaurus is equipped with special tone control system
called MLO**. The MLO assures finding desired sound easily and quickly
using only 2 potentiometers − BASS and TREBLE . If needed, additional
precise control over middle frequency is provided by parametric
equalizer and switchable filters.
The Slime Line Series consists of three combo models with different
speaker configurations: 1 x10", 2 x 10 and 1 x 12. All share the same
preamps and power amps. They differ only in weight and dimensions.

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Power output: 3
TS
TS
TS 010
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:
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1
2 0
SIGNAL LEVEL
Equalization info:
Additional features
50W RMS / 4ohm 00W RMS / 8ohm
for additional speaker cabinet
40 410 95 14
0
59
10”/8ohm +
12”/8ohm +
1 ” /8ohm +
button − increases sonic expression
Preamp indicator
with PRE/POST selector and ground lift
0 x x 3 mm / kg
0 x 410 x 395 mm / 16,5kg
0 x 410 x 395 mm / 23,5kg
switchable ceramic tweeter
switchable ceramic tweeter
switchable ceramic tweeter
− provides extra precise control over middle
frequency band
button
EQUALIZER
[120Hz−4kHz]
PUNCH
PEAK
XLR balanced LINE−OUT
SPEAKER−OUTPUT (8ohm)
TS
TS
TS 010
Speakers configutarion
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− 1x
− x
− :
− 5
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:
−10
−12
−1
−10
−12
−1
INPUT
GAIN
VOLUME
PARAMETRIC
MUTE
CLIP
− passive & active
control with overload LED
control
TONE
power amp control
Dimensions/weight:
[H x W x D]
[H x W x D]:
[H x W x D]:
BASS:
MIDDLE:
TREBLE:
PUNCH:
40Hz +/−10dB @400Hz −/+4dB
2kHz +7dB / 550Hz −7dB
6kHz +15dB / 8kHz −15dB,
300Hz +8dB
BASS TREBLE “MLO−system”and equalizer with
Triple to reduce or boost low frequency
[DBS−cut/OFF/DBS−boost]
Triple to reduce or boost high frequency
[CUT/OFF/PRESENCE]
BASS−switch
TREBLE−switch
Switchable tweeter
Protections: short circuit, thermal overload, power overload
MAIN FEATURES

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5.
6.
7.
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9.
10.
11.
12.
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15.
16.
17.
18.
Active INPUT [JACK 6.3mm].
Passive INPUT [JACK 6.3mm].
PEAK indicator in preamp section.
PUNCH button increases sonic expression.
GAIN control
BASS control with MLO system.
3−way switch to reduce or boost low frequency
[DBS cut/OFF/DBS boost].
PARAMETRIC EQ on/off switch.
PARAMETRIC EQ indicator.
PARAMETRIC EQ level control.
PARAMETRIC EQ frequency adjustment (120Hz...4kHz).
TREBLE CONTROL with MLO system.
3−way switch to reduce or boost high frequency
[CUT/OFF/PRESENCE].
VOLUME control.
MUTE on/off switch.
Protection indicator.
Power amp CLIP indicator.
MUTE indicator.
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FRONT PANEL
54
3
2
1
6
7
8
EQ
54
3
2
1
6
7
8
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
1.2k
2.0k
200
4.0k
600
120
3.0k
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
Hz
MUTE
True
VOLUME
GAIN BASS TREBLEMIDDLE FREQ
PunchPeak
Passive
Active
SYSTEM
Slim Line
PR OT
ON
CL IP
MLO
5 6 10 11 12 14 10
16 17
1 2 3 7
498 13 15 18
Slim Line

OPIS EQUALIZERA PARAMETRYCZNEGO
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3
4
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
TRUE VOICE”
POWER on/off switch.
230V/50Hz EC POWER INPUT socket with AC fuse.
[optional − 100V/120V/60Hz].
Balanced LINE OUTPUT [XLR]
with „ speaker cabinet simulation.
LINE OUTPUT PRE/POST EQ switch.
LINE OUTPUT GROUND LIFT switch.
SPEAKERS output [combo SPEAKON and 6,3mm JACK].
min. impedance 8ohm / min. power 200Watt/rms
HORN on/off switch.
POWER
TO REDUC E THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECT RIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE T HIS PRODUCTS
TO RAIN OR M OISTURE
WARNING!
TO REDUC E THE RISK OF
ELECTR IC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE C OVER.REFER
SERVIC ING TO QUALIFIE D
SERVIC E PERSONNEL
CAUTION!
(8ohm)
EXT.
SPEAKER
OFF
ON
HORN
Power output:
300W/4ohm − 200W/8ohm
(8ohm − internal speaker)
LINE
OUT
PRE
POST
GND
LIFT
Speaker
simulation
Ma de in Poland
series
10-001
1010
NUMBER
Fuse: 2.5A−230V 5.0A−120V
TS
1 2 7543 6
PROTECTIONS
REAR PANEL
The amp is armed with several Power Amp protection circuits.The
PROTECTION LED is placed at the front panel of the unit and indicates it’s
activities. If PROTECTION LED is constantly illuminated while the
instrument is connected, then the Power Amp is blocked by PROTECT
circuits. Temporary overload or short circuit at Speaker Output will cause
PA to be blocked for about 4 seconds. In these circumstances, the
cabinet's connection and cabinet's impedance should be checked (4 ohms
is the lowest impedance allowed ). After 4 seconds the amp should start
working again by itself. If the amp does not restart after 4 seconds, it may
be an indication of overheating. It may take a few minutes before the
cooling system will decrease the temperature of the PA to a normal,
operational level.

Set every front panel potentiometer and switch in following positions:
BASS,GAIN, TREBLE, LEVEL and VOLUME in 12 O’clock position,
keep PRESENCE, PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER and DBS in “OFF” position.
Set the HORN switch on the combo's back panel according to your needs.
Connect your bass guitar to amplifier's INPUT, then switch power ON .
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−
Set VOLUME potentiometer according to needs then adjust input sensitivity by using
GAIN pot. The GAIN should be set in a way that ensures appropriate sensitivity of
amplifier on required level. It is important to remember not to overload the
preamplifier while playing very dynamic notes. The overload is indicated with LED on
the front panel [3].
Begin with setting BASS and TREBLE . If more saturated bass tone is needed, press
the DBS button. If the sound is still not bright enough, press the PRESENCE button.
When the adjustment is insufficient, use the PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER.
More advanced sound adjustment can be achieved by using PARAMETRIC
EQUALIZER. The EQ enables precise midrange sound correction and can be turned
ON or OFF [8].
The PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER is based on 2 potentiometers − LEVEL and
FREQUENCY.
The LEVEL potentiometer is responsible for amplifying or cutting selected frequences
chosen by FREQUENCY pot. The EQ is set to work between 120Hz and 4 KHz
frequency range accordingly from high Low Range ( 120Hz ) throughout entire
midrange up to low High Range ( 4kHz ). The EQUALIZER operation is described in
point 7 of the operation manual.
The main factors which the character of sound is based on are tone and dynamics.
The front amp’s panel contains BASS, TREBLE and PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER
potentiometers as well as DBS and PRESENCE switches which are responsible for
overall amp's tone.
Adjust the tone using only BASS, TREBLE potentiometers and DBS and PRESENCE
switches. When the adjustment is insufficient, use the PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER.
Set VOLUME potentiometer according to needs, then adjust input sensitivity by
using GAIN pot. The GAIN should be set in a way that ensures appropriate sensitivity
of amplifier at required level. It is important to remember not to overload the preamp
while playing very dynamic notes. The OVERLOAD is indicated with LED on the front
panel [3].
A
C
B
SOUND CREATION
GETTING STARTED
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5
6
FIRST USING TIPS
A
B
C

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PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER
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The PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER is based on 2 potentiometers − LEVEL and
FREQUENCY. The EQ is set to work in range between 120Hz and 4KHz .
The LEVEL potentiometer is responsible for amplifying or cutting out selected
frequences chosen by FREQUENCY pot. When LEVEL pot. is set in 12 O’clock
position the EQ is “flat” and does not change the sound. The EQUALIZER’S
operation is illustrated below.
MIDDLE TONE LEVEL
NEUTRAL POSITION − EQUALIZER DOES NOT MAKE ANY CHANGES
MIDDLE TONE COLOR
MIDDLE TONE LEVEL ADJUSTED
IN MIDDLE POSITION
MIDDLE TONE COLOR IS NOT ACTIVE
SWITCHED ON
INDICATOR IS ON
MIDDLE TONE LEVEL ADJUSTED ON “+2” FREQUENCY ADJUSTED ON “1.2kHz”
SWITCHED ON
EQUALIZER BOOSTS 800Hz TONE RANGE
MIDDLE TONE LEVEL ADJUSTED ON “−2” FREQUENCY ADJUSTED ON “1.2kHz”
SWITCHED ON
INDICATOR IS ON
INDICATOR IS ON
EQUALIZER CUTS OUT RANGE800Hz TONE
EQ
800Hz
1.5k
200
4.0k
400
120
3.0k
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
Hz
MIDDLE FREQ
EQ
800Hz
1.5k
200
4.0k
400
120
3.0k
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
Hz
MIDDLE FREQ
EQ
800Hz
1.5k
200
4.0k
400
120
3.0k
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
Hz
MIDDLE FREQ
EQ
800Hz
1.5k
200
4.0k
400
120
3.0k
11
2
3
4
2
3
4
Hz
MIDDLE FREQ

CAUTION! It is necessary to comply with basic rules while using devices
supplied from AC power.
The device should be supplied with current of parameters complied with
markings on the product.
It is recommended to use plugs with grounding.
The amplifier should be place in a spot that anables free air circulation for
the cooling system to work properly.
Use fuses of parameters recommended by the producer only.
It is necessary to remember that too loud play may cause hearing
damages.
Protect the device against moisture.
A perfusion of the device may cause damage or electric shock.
The device should be used away from a heat sources.
Never try to repair the device personally.
PRECAUTIONS
Disposal of old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable throughout the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection programs)
This symbol, found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste
when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences to
the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, household waste disposal service or the retail store where you purchased this product.
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