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Harley Benton PA-100
power attenuator
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  • Page 1 Harley Benton PA-100 power attenuator user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 07.12.2020, ID: 406679 (V3)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 13 Connections and controls........................14 Technical specifications........................17 Plug and connection assignment....................19 Cleaning............................... 21 Protecting the environment......................22 Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 4: General Information

    Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore 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. power attenuator...
  • Page 5: Further Information

    General information 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. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
  • Page 6: Notational Conventions

    General information 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.
  • Page 7 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. Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is used to attenuate the output level of guitar amps. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
  • Page 9 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. Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 10 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. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
  • Page 11 Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions NOTICE! Damages caused by the connection to an enabled amplifier Always connect the device to a disabled amplifier, otherwise the amplifier may be damaged. NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains.
  • Page 13: Features

    Power soak for tube amplifiers, ideal for use in rehearsal rooms, recording studios and on stage. Input power handling: max. 100 Watt Inputs for 4 Ω, 8 Ω, 16 Ω Outputs: Mic (low-Z), line, speaker LED as overload indicator Controls: Speaker level, line level Silent fan Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 14: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls power attenuator...
  • Page 15 4 [MicMod] Low-impedance XLR output for connecting a mixing console or recording device. 5 [Out Line] Line output for connecting an effects processor or power amp. Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 16 Connections and controls 6 [Out Speaker] Output jack for connecting a passive speaker box. The device can be used as a load resistor when operated with tube amps without speaker box. If you do not connect a loudspeaker and use one of the other two outputs set the knob to ‘2’ – ‘3’. 7 [Input from Amplifier] Input socket for connecting an amplifier.
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    1 × XLR (low-Z) 2 × 1/4" phone socket Dimensions (W × H × D) 126 mm × 93 mm × 155 mm Weight 950 g Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 18 Technical specifications Further information Noise reduction DI box Speaker simulation Dummy load (usable without box) power attenuator...
  • Page 19: Plug And Connection Assignment

    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’ in poor transmission quality! 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 20 Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 power attenuator...
  • Page 21: Cleaning

    The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth. Harley Benton PA-100...
  • Page 22: Protecting The Environment

    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.
  • Page 24 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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