Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 10 Installation and starting up........................ 11 Connections and controls........................12 Technical specifications........................15 Plug and connection assignment....................17 Cleaning............................... 20 Protecting the environment......................21 G212A-FR Powered Guitar Cabinet...
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 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 document.
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General information 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. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
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! Danger to life due to electric current! A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device due to high voltages! The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess vol‐ tages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device.
Features Features Maximum output power 2 × 100 W @ 8 Ω Operating modes: LINK mono, stereo Volume, Resonance and Presence adjustable per channel 2 × 12" speaker and 2 × 1" high frequency driver Fanless operation Can be set up or used as a tilt-back floor monitor MDF case with handle G212A-FR Powered Guitar Cabinet...
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front INPUTS MONO(LINK) SIGNAL PEAK MUTE PEAK SIGNAL POWER MONO STEREO (LINK) VOLUME RESONANCE PRESENCE VOLUME RESONANCE PRESENCE G212A-FR ACTIVE CABINET ö # $ & + - . G212A-FR Powered Guitar Cabinet...
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Connections and controls 1 [INPUTS / CHA MONO(LINK)] | Input socket for channel A, designed as 6.35-mm jack socket 2 [MONO(LINK) / STEREO] | Switch for toggling between bridged mono mode via channel A and stereo mode via channel A and channel B.
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Connections and controls Back PUSH PUSH 230V 50Hz 0.5A T2.5AL250V LINE IN A LINE IN B LINE OUT A GROUND LINE OUT B 5 6 7 17 Rubber panel plug with fuse holder for the power supply 18 [LINE IN A] | Input socket for a line signal for channel A, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin (balanced) 19 [LINE IN B] | Input socket for a line signal for channel B, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin (balanced) 20 [LINE OUT A] | Output socket for connecting a power amplifier or additional active speaker (channel A), designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin (balanced)
Technical specifications Technical specifications 706 mm Configuration 2 × 12-inch speakers and 2 × 1-inch high frequency driver Amplifier class Input connections Power supply Rubber panel plug C14 Signal input 2 × 6.35-mm jack socket LINE IN 2 × XLR panel socket, 3-pin (balanced) Output connections LINE OUT...
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Technical specifications Power consumption max. 250 W Supply voltage 230 V 50 Hz Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 2 A, 250 V, slow blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 706 mm × 518 mm × 356 mm Weight 22.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range...
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" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground G212A-FR Powered Guitar Cabinet...
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Plug and connection assignment DMX connections The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug. Configuration Ground, shielding Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’)
Cleaning Cleaning Fan grids 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.
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. You can also return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de.
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