thomann Harley Benton HB-120R User manual

HB-120R
guitar combo
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
21.02.2014, ID: 301903

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 15
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 22
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 23
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 25
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device, include the manual for
the next owner.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
General notes
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates an immediate dangerous situation
that will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for amplification and playback of signals from musical
instruments with electromagnetic pickups. Any other use or use under other operating condi‐
tions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐
cient ear protectors.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.
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NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
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NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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3 Features
Special features of the device
nOutput power 120 watt (4 Ω)
n2 × 12" Celestion speakers
nTwo channels (selectable)
nEffects loop
nInputs
– Aux
– Footswitch
nOutputs
– Headphones
– Speaker
nStandby function
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.
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NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic fields
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external
magnetic field.
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5 Connections and operating elements
Front panel
Connections and operating elements
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1[INPUT]
1/4" phone socket to connect your instrument.
You can also connect other active signal sources like CD or MP3 players, keyboards, mixers etc. to this input.
2[GAIN]
Control to adjust the preamp gain of the signal in channel 1.
3[VOICE]
Control to adjust the tone colour of the signal in channel 1.
4[BASS]
Control to adjust the low frequency of the signal in channel 1.
5[TREBLE]
Control to adjust the high frequency of the signal in channel 1.
6[VOLUME]
Control to adjust the volume of channel 1.
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7[CHANNEL SELECT]
Channel 1 / 2 select switch. The LED of the active channel lights permanently during operation.
8[GAIN ON]
Pushbutton for enabling the preamplifier (gain) in channel 2.
9[GAIN]
Control to adjust the preamp gain of the signal in channel 2.
11 [BASS]
Control to adjust the low frequency of the signal in channel 2.
12 [MIDDLE]
Control to adjust the mids in channel 2.
13 [VOLUME]
Control to adjust the volume of channel 2.
14 [REVERB]
Control to adjust the reverb effect (channel 1 and 2).
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15 Aux input for connecting an MP3 or CD player (3.5 mm mini phone socket).
16 Headphones output (3.5 mm mini phone socket).
When you connect headphones, the internal speakers are automatically muted.
17 [LINE OUT]
Output (3.5 mm mini phone socket) for connecting an external amplifier or recording device.
18 [POWER]
Mains switch. Turns the device on and off.
19 Status indicator channel 1
This LED lights during operation when channel 1 is activated.
20 Gain indicator
This LED lights during operation when the preamp of channel 2 is activated.
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21 Status indicator channel 2
This LED lights during operation when channel 2 is activated.
22 Standby indicator
This LED lights red during normal operation. If there is no signal input at the [INPUT] jack for 30 minutes, the device
will automatically enter standby mode and the indicator lights green. As soon as the [INPUT] jack receives a signal
again, the device switches back to normal mode and the indicator lights red again.
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Rear panel
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