thomann Harley Benton HB-40R User manual

HB-40R
guitar combo
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
10.05.2016, ID: 147168 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 14
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 20
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 21
8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 23
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 24
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
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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 pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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
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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.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
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 registered 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.
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.
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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.
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 40 watt
n10" speaker
nOverdrive switch
n3-band equalizer
nBuilt-in reverb effect
nInputs
– Input
– Aux
– Footswitch
nOutputs
– Headphones
– Line
– Ext. 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.
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 controls
Front panel
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1[INPUT]
1/4" phone socket to connect your instrument.
2[CHANNEL SELECT]
Switch to toggle between clean and overdrive channel.
3 Channel indicator
Lights up green when the overdrive channel is active.
4[GAIN]
Control to adjust the signals preamp gain.
5[VOLUME]
Control to adjust the volume of the overdrive channel.
6[VOLUME]
Control to adjust the volume of the clean channel.
7[TREBLE]
Control to adjust the treble.
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8[MIDDLE]
Control to adjust the mids.
9[BASS]
Control to adjust the bass.
10 [REVERB]
Control to adjust the intensity of the reverb effect.
11 Aux input for connecting an MP3 or CD player (3.5 mm mini phone socket).
12 Headphones output (3.5 mm mini phone socket).
When you connect headphones, the internal speaker is automatically muted.
13 [LINE OUT]
Output jack for connecting an additional amplifier or recording device (3.5 mm mini phone socket).
14 [FOOT SWITCH]
Connection for an optional footswitch (1/4" phone socket).
Use a foot switch to toggle between the channels of the amplifier.
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15 Standby indicator
If there is no signal input at the [INPUT] jack for 30 minutes, the device will automatically enter standby mode. As
soon as the [INPUT] jack receives a signal again, the device switches back to normal mode.
16 [POWER]
Mains switch. Turns the device on and off.
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Rear panel
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17 Power cord.
18 [EXTERNAL SPEAKER]
Output jack for connecting an external speaker box (1/4" phone socket). The impedance of the external speaker must
be at least 4 Ω.
When you connect an external speaker box, the internal speaker is automatically muted.
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6 Technical specifications
Output power 40 W (RMS) @ 4 Ω
Speakers 1 × 10" speaker
Frequency response 60 Hz to 12 kHz
Input impedance 220 kΩ
Total harmonic distortion (THD) 0.5% (Clean-Sound)
Signal-to-noise ratio 75 dB
Power consumption max. 80 W
Operating supply voltage 220 –240 V (AC), 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W × H × D) 425 mm × 420 mm × 220 mm
Weight 10 kg
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