General notes 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 to other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
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General notes 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.
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. bass combo...
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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Safety instructions 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.
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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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Safety instructions 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.
Features Features Special features of the device: 12" woofer Controls for input gain and master volume Boost and bright switch 4-band equalizer Built-in limiter Built-in Chorus effect Headphones output, line-out Housing with felt cover, plastic corners, rubber foots and metal front grill Wedge cabinet for monitor use Energy-saving mode: When the amplifier receives no signal for 15 minutes via the instru‐...
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.
Installation and starting up 4.1 Pin assignment Phone sockets for signal in and Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of a 1/4" TS phone plug to be used. outputs Signal Ground, shielding RCA sockets for signal inputs Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug to be used. Signal Ground, shielding HBW-80...
Components and functions Components and functions Front panel bass combo...
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Components and functions 1 INPUT 1/4" TS phone socket for the input signal coming from your bass guitar. 2 GAIN This control adjusts the input gain. 3 BRIGHT This switch increases the high frequencies. 4 BOOST This switch increases the low frequencies. 5 HIGH, LOW MID, MID HIGH, LOW These controls let you attenuate or increase the high, low and high mid and low frequencies by ±12 dB.
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Components and functions 7 MASTER Overall volume control. Does not affect the signal coming from input 'AUX IN'. 8 AUX IN Auxiliary signal input, electronically located behind the equalizer, directly feeding the power amp for connecting a CD player or the like. Control the volume on the connected audio device. 9 LINE OUT 1/4"...
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Components and functions Rear panel HBW-80...
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Components and functions 13 IEC chassis connector with fuse holder. bass combo...
Technical specifications Technical specifications System Bass combo Speakers 1 × 12" woofer Connections INPUT (1/4" phone socket) AUX IN (RCA) LINE OUT (1/4" phone socket) PHONE (1/4" phone socket) Input impedance 1 MΩ Operating voltage supply AC 230 V , 50 Hz Power consumption 176 W Fuse...
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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