General notes General notes 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.
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General notes 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings 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.
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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. HBW-150...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use 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.
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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. HBW-150...
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Safety instructions 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.
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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. HBW-150...
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Safety instructions 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.
Controls for input gain, bass, mids, treble and master volume Switchable 7-band equalizer Built-in compressor BRIGHT and BOOST switch Housing with felt cover, plastic corners, rubber foots and metal front grill Wedge cabinet for monitor use Automatic standby (can be disabled) HBW-150...
Installation and starting up 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.
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Installation and starting up 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. HBW-150...
Components and functions Components and functions Front panel bass combo...
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This control adjusts the input gain. 4 [BRIGHT] This switch increases the high frequencies. 5 [BOOST] This switch increases the low frequencies. 6 [HIGH], [MIDDLE], [LOW] These controls let you decrease or increase the high, mid and low frequencies by ±12 dB. HBW-150...
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Components and functions 7 [EQ] This switch activates the 7-band equalizer. 8 7-band graphic equalizer for sound shaping. The adjustable frequencies are 50 Hz, 120 Hz, 400 Hz, 500 Hz, 800 Hz, 4.5 kHz and 10 kHz. Use the sliders to increase or decrease the respective frequency by ±15 dB. 9 [MASTER] Overall volume control.
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Standby mode. This LED lights up when the energy saving mode is enabled and the box enters the standby mode. It goes off again when the box switches back to normal. 14 [POWER] Use the mains switch to turn the unit on or off. HBW-150...
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Components and functions Rear panel bass combo...
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This 1/4" TS phone socket provides the preamp signal. You can use the preamp signal to feed a separate power amp. 18 [RETURN] 1/4" TS phone socket to connect the output of an external effects device. 19 [SEND] 1/4" TS phone socket to connect the input of an external effects device. HBW-150...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment 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 fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding HBW-150...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial 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 of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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