GA 15 guitar combo user manual
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1. Unpack and check carefully 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 Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Installation and starting up 4 1 Pin assignment Phone sockets for signal in and Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of 1 4 TS phone plugs to be used for the input outputs the line out the effects loop and the speaker outlets 1 Signal R 2 Ground shielding Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of a 1 4 TRS phone plug to be used for the headphones output PHONES 1 Signal left channel m zer ma 2 Signal right channel 3 Ground shielding 1 i 3 l 1 2 3 themann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 5 Connections and operating elements Front panel Connections and operating elements STANDBY themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Connections and operating elements 1 INPU2. Farley Bentaa pi j Ep aM EE GA 15 guitar combo th mann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 08 11 2012 Table of contents bh WN u Table of contents GOP AN EE EE N OE ER he 4 Safety Instructions essere 7 Features TTT 12 Installation and starting up 13 AT de Edele AE EE EAR 14 Connections and operating elements seek eek eek eek ee RR eek ee RR ee RR ee RR ee RR ee RR ee 15 Technical specifications seene 21 Protecting the environment ee RR ea gee RR aak eenn 22 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes Symbols and signal words themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 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 include the manual for the next owner Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual guitar combo Signal word DANGER CAUTION NOTICE Warning signs A General notes Meaning This
3. SIC IS OUR PASSION 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 Possible damages to tube power amps by loadless operation or improper impedance Operating this device without connecting speakers or using an improper load impedance can damage the tube power amp The device has no built in load resistance Connect a speaker or separate load resistance with a suitable impedance to the amp s output before switching the amplifier on guitar combo 10 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 Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Features 3 Features Special features of this device Class AB all tube amp 15 watt RMS output power 10 speaker 3 band EO Three speaker outs Headphones and line outs Serial effects loop th mann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 Installation and starting up 4 Installation and starting up
4. T 1 4 TS phone socket for the input signal from your instrument 2 BASS Bass control of the 3 band EO 3 MIDDLE Mid control of the 3 band EO 4 TREBLE Treble control of the 3 band EO 5 VOLUME Volume control 6 PHONES 1 4 TRS phone socket for headphones connection Connecting headphones will mute the built in speaker To avoid disturbing noises turn the volume control 5 all down before you plug the headphones in or out th mann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Connections and operating elements 7 STANDBY Turns the plate voltage for the tubes on or off When pausing playing or warming up the amp the STANDBY switch should be in OFF position while the POWER switch is in ON position This extends the life span of the tubes 8 POWER Mains switch to turn the unit on or off themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Connections and operating elements Rear panel CAUTION EFFECTS LOOP A A AN 7 KI so760H FUSE Power Consumption ____ MADEINP R CHINA th mann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 18 Connections and operating elements 9 AC IEC chassis connector with fuse holder 10 SEND Effect loop output Connect the input of an external effects device to this output 11 RETURN Effect loop input Connect the output of an external effects device to this input This is a serial effects loop i e the effect signal is not mixed with the dry signal but replaces it This makes it particu
5. combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided Type of danger Warning high voltage themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Warning signs Type of danger N Warning danger zone th mann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use Safety 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 This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only ifthey are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach
6. larly suitable to connect sound processors such as a compressor that has to process the entire signal If you connect a reverb unit or the like here the effect proportion may be too high In this case adjust the ratio of dry to wet signal in the effects unit accordingly themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Connections and operating elements 12 LINE OUT Signal line out 13 SPEAKER 4 8 16 OHM 1 4 phone sockets for speaker outs Connect either the built in speaker hear to the 8 ohm socket or an external speaker box with an impedance of 4 Q 8 Q or 16 Q to the respective socket If the device is operated without connected speaker load or with an improper load impedance the power stage of the amp may be damaged th mann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 6 Technical specifications Output power Speakers Valves Operating voltage Power consumption Dimensions W x D x H Weight Technical specifications 15 W RMS 1 x 10 speaker 8 Q Preamp 2 x 12AX7 Power stage 2 x EL84 AC 220 240 V 50 60 Hz 80 W 425 mm x 390 mm x 255 mm 15 7 kg themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Protecting the environment 7 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial Disposal of your old device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that p
7. lastic 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 Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This device is subject to the European directive 2002 96 EC Do not dispose of the device with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility guitar combo 22 Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
8. of babies and young children 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 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 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 themann guitar combo MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions CAUTION Possible hearing damage With loudspeakers or headphones connected the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions themann MU
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