thomann Harley Benton HBV 890BCF 4/4 User manual

HBV 890BCF 4/4, HBV 900BCF 4/4
electric violin
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
07.04.2020, ID: 285331, 285305 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 6
3 Scope of delivery..................................................................................................................... 7
4 Assembly instructions.......................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Tuning the strings........................................................................................................... 9
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................ 10
5.1 Connecting and inserting the battery................................................................... 11
5.2 Connecting the instrument cable........................................................................... 12
5.3 Connecting headphones........................................................................................... 12
5.4 Connecting audio devices......................................................................................... 12
5.5 Adjusting Volume and Tone..................................................................................... 12
6 Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 13
6.1 Changing strings........................................................................................................... 13
6.2 Battery change............................................................................................................... 13
7 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 14
8 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 15
9 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................... 16
10 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 17
Table of contents
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device.
Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the
device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the
latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under
www.thomann.de.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd 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.
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.
Letterings
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a
step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this manual.
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 mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Instructions
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2 Safety instructions
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of and
are not in the 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 product. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children play unattended with the product.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
Making music for a prolonged period and at high volume can cause
hearing damage.
Avoid playing the unit at full volume, especially when using head‐
phones.
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!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer
period.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic elds
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic eld. Therefore, maintain an
appropriate distance to devices that can be adversely aected or dam‐
aged by an external magnetic eld.
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3 Scope of delivery
Thank you very much for purchasing this electric violin. The package includes the fol‐
lowing components:
n1 × electric violin
n1 × bridge (pre-assembled)
n1 × strings set (pre-assembled)
n1 × composite bow
n1 × bow rosin
n1 × case
n9 V battery
Assembling and tuning your instrument are described in detail in the following sec‐
tions.
Scope of delivery
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4 Assembly instructions
A(front side) 1 Bridge
2 Chin rest
B(rear side) 3 Machine heads
4 Operating elements
C(operating ele‐
ments)
5[VOLUME]
With this control you can adjust the volume
6 Battery compartment
7[TONE]
With this control you can adjust the tone
8[LINE OUT]
3.5 mm jack to connect the instrument cable
9[MIC]
Microphones socket (3.5 mm jack)
10 [PHONE]
Headphones socket (1/4" jack)
11 [ON/OFF]
With this switch, you can turn the instrument on or o. The associated LED lights up or goes out.
Overview
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4.1 Tuning the strings
Tune all strings with the machine heads using a tuner device to the correct pitch
(usually g–d'–a'–e'').
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5 Connections and controls
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
Making music for a prolonged period and at high volume can cause
hearing damage.
Avoid playing the unit at full volume, especially when using head‐
phones.
NOTICE!
Risk of breakage, possible deformation
When placing the instrument with the fretboard down, there is a risk of
damaging the ngerboard and the tailpiece.
Avoid any compressive load on the rear of the instrument, if it is placed
for the assembly or for service work with the fretboard down on a solid
surface.
Before you connect ampliers or microphones, the volume controls of the
violin and the devices to be connected must be set to “Minimum”. This
avoids loud crack noises when switching on.
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5.1 Connecting and inserting the battery
On delivery of the instrument, a suitable battery is enclosed.
Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the instrument and connect the
lead wire with correct polarity to the battery. Insert the battery into the battery com‐
partment and close the battery compartment cover.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer
period.
5.2 Connecting the instrument cable
The connector for the instrument cable (6.35 mm jack, mono) is located on the back
of the instrument.
5.3 Connecting headphones
The connector for the headphone (6.35 mm jack, mono) is located on the back of the
instrument.
Slide the selector switch towards the headphone icon.
When using a headphone with 3.5 mm jack, you need an appropriate
adapter.
5.4 Connecting audio devices
The connector for audio devices (3.5 mm, mono) is located on the back of the instru‐
ment.
5.5 Adjusting Volume and Tone
The controls to adjust the volume [Volume] and the tone (treble, bass) [Treble]/[Bass]
are located on the back of the instrument.
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6 Maintenance
6.1 Changing strings
Strings are subject to a natural aging process, which is also aected by the frequency
of use of the instrument. Changing the strings is recommended if the sound quality
of the instrument decreases audibly. Always replace the complete set of strings
(strings of 4/4 length) and always go string by string. In this way you avoid a strong
temporary bending of the neck due to reduced string tension. The bridge also
remains in the correct position and does not have to be readjusted.
1. For example, loosen the run-down E string from the capstan of the machine
head and from the tailpiece.
2. Thread the new E string into the tailpiece, pull it over the bridge into the cap‐
stan bore of the machine head.
3. Hook the string end to the capstan and tighten the string tension slowly. At the
rst windings, pay particular attention that the string is taut to the mechanics.
4. Make sure that the string is running correctly through the grooves of bridge
and nut at the upper end of the neck.
5. Slowly increase the string tension until the correct pitch is reached. Use a tuner
or a pitch pipe for reference.
6. Proceed in the same way with the A, D and G strings and then tune all strings
again successively to the correct pitch. Note that the string tension will drop a
little and the instrument needs to be retuned several times until the strings
stay in tune.
6.2 Battery change
Replace the inserted battery if necessary (weak output signal) or at regular intervals.
Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the instrument. Remove the
battery and unplug the connection cable from the battery terminals.
Clamp the power cable with the correct polarity to the new battery. Insert the battery
into the battery compartment and close the battery compartment cover.
Proceed as follows to change the
strings:
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7 Technical specications
HBV 900BCF
Item no. 285305
HBV 890BCF
Item no. 285331
Colour Black Carbon Fiber Black Carbon Fiber
Output connections Instrument cable 1 × 1/4" jack socket, mono
Headphones 1 × 1/4" jack socket, mono
Microphone 1 × 3.5 mm phone socket, mono
Scale approx. 32.6 cm
Body material Paulownia
Fretboard material Birch
Capstan and chin rest material Jujube
Pick-up Active piezoceramic pick-up system with 9 V battery power supply
Machine heads Machine heads
Power supply Battery, 9 V
Dimensions Total length: approx. 60 cm
Lower bout width: approx. 20.5 cm
Body length: approx. 36 cm
Weight 500 g (without battery)
Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing
HBV 900BCF
Item no. 285305
HBV 890BCF
Item no. 285331
Number of strings 4 4
Fretboard Ebony Ebony
Body Plywood Plywood
Incl. bag No No
Incl. case Yes Yes
Incl. bow Yes Yes
Incl. shoulder rest No No
4 ne tuners Yes Yes
Further information
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8 Plug and connection assignment
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable
equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated:
Even if a plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed
power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi
use. Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical rep‐
resentatives of the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding
while the signal is transmitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at
low levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred,
because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In
addition to the conductors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second
core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted
signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal
without any noise interference.
1 Signal (left)
2 Signal (right)
3 Ground, shielding
Introduction
Balanced and unbalanced transmis‐
sion
Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack
(stereo, unbalanced)
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9 Cleaning
Clean the instrument and especially the strings after playing with a dry, soft, lint-free
cloth. Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth.
Never use cleaners containing alcohol or thinner.
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10 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have
been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make
sure that they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the
packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into re. Dispose of
the batteries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste.
To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at
appropriate collection sites.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal
household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local
waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations
that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of the packaging material
Disposal of batteries
Disposal of your old device
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Notes
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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de