the t.bone BC 500 Quick Start Manual

Quick start guide
This document contains important information on the safe use of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instruc-
tions. Keep the document for future reference. If you pass the product on to others, please include this document.
Contents are subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is available for download at
www.thomann.de.
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is used to convert acoustic signals into electrical signals.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered
to be improper and may result in personal injury or property dam-
age. No liability will be assumed for damage resulting from improper
use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical,
sensory, and intellectual abilities and the necessary knowledge and
experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are su-
pervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small
parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the de-
vice. Never allow children to play with the packaging material
and the device. Always store packaging material out of the
reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of pack-
aging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow chil-
dren to use the device without supervision! Keep small parts
away from children and make sure that the device does not
shed any small parts (such as knobs) that children could play
with.
Property damage due to improper handling!
Improper handling may damage the microphone. Never re-
move the screen of the microphone! Do not drop the micro-
phone. When transporting or storing the microphone, use
the original packaging or your own packaging material suit-
able for transport or storage. Only clean the microphone
with a slightly damp cloth.
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient condi-
tions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable
ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within
the ambient conditions specified in the "Technical specifi-
cations" chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in
environments subject to direct sunlight, heavy pollution and
strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with
strong temperature fluctuations. If temperature fluctuations
cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low out-
side temperatures), do not switch on the device immediate-
ly. Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never
move the device to another location while it is in operation.
In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due
to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by
qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage
due to overheating and other malfunctions.
General handling
ƒ To prevent damage, never exert force while operating the device.
ƒ Never immerse the device in water. Wipe only with a clean and
dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or
flammable cleaning agents
Keep foreign substances away from the device!
Keep the device away containers with liquid. If any liquid penetrates
the device, this could destroy the device or cause a fire. Be aware
that no metallic parts come inside the device.
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BC 500