American Acoustic Development THE CUB User's Manual
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1. TRANSPORTING AND STORING THE CUB When transporting in a vehicle it is recommended that you use an external case or heavy duty cover to prevent it being damaged by falling over or other objects falling on it The Cub has an optional padded carrying bag as an available accessory When Storing Keep the CUB ina dry location preferably at room temperature Do not store the CUB in temperatures below 20 Degrees or above 40 Degrees Do not allow it to get wet If this occurs never turn it on in this condition Do not leave the CUB connected to a power source for long periods of time SPECIFICATIONS Speaker Computer Optimized Enclosure Speaker Frequency Response 80Hz 15KHz Speaker Compliment 2x Sinch proprietary NEO POWER extended range drivers Speaker Sensitivity 95dB W M Internal Speaker Impedance 4 Ohms Dimensions HxWxD 170x300x320mm 6 5x11 8x12 5inch Weight 5 2 Kg 11 5 Lbs Amplifier PJB 100watt Solid State class AB amplifier with soft clip feature Signal to Noise Ratio Better than 95 dB Impedance OdB Input gt 4MQ 22pF 10dB Input gt 100KQ 22pF Pre Amp Out lt 2KQ Bal Line Out lt 200Q Levels OdB Input 10mV 2 5V 10dB Input 20mV 5V Pre Amp Out 1 2V FX send 250mV Bal Line Out Typical 100mV Protection Circuits 1 AC line filter 2 Slow blow Fuse 2 5A 250V 3 Smart Thermal Protection auto turn down the output power to about 50 when the heat sink temperature over2. by Phil Jones THE CUB OWNER S MANUAL CONTENTS Read First 222 Page 2 General Overview amp Introduction Page 3 Panel Overview Page 4 Panel Description Page 5 Operation amp Positioning Page 6 Transporting and storing of the CUB Page 6 Specifications Page7 Service Warranty information Page 9 Thank you for purchasing the AAD CUB Acoustic Guitar Amplifier great deal of dedication and passion went into designing and building this no compromise high performance compact combo amplifier It was conceived to be a dedicated amplifier for the connoisseur guitarist Reading this manual will enable you to get the best performance from it so that you may enjoy many years of service READ THIS FIRST e Before using the CUB please read ALL the instructions e Onreceipt of product check for any signs of physical damage arising from shipping If any damage is visible contact your dealer e Keep all original packing e Never use this product in the vicinity of water If the CUB were to get wet it could kill you by electrocution e Donot use t
3. to auxiliary FX unit input This can also be used as an additional line out if necessary 5 FX Return Connect the FX Return to auxiliary FX unit output 9 Line Out These are used for driving a second amplifier 10 Tuner Out Connect to instrument tuner This output can also be used as an additional line out 11 XLR Balanced Line Out This is an ultra low impedance 200ohm balanced line out for use with recording or PA mixing consoles 12 Ground lift Switch When there is a difference in grounding between audio equipment it can cause what is known as a ground loop This will cause an audible hum or buzz through the speakers or main PA speakers Using this switch will break the ground loop and therefore eliminate any hum 13 AC Power On Off Switch 14 AC Power input and AC fuse holder Connects the amplifier to AC power supply Always use a grounded plug and make sure the AC cable is more than 3A rating at 250 volt AC If you require a longer AC power cord we recommend you use the AAD heavy duty 20 foot power cords These are available as an accessory Use a slow blow inch fuse rated at 2 5 amps OPERATION amp POSITIONING TURN THE VOLUME DOWN on the CUB before plugging in your instrument Positioning the CUB for Best Sound It is recommended that you place the cub on a solid object or dedicated stand for best sound and projection Do not place on a high microphone stand as it will be unstable and easily topple over
4. 65 4 Loudspeaker Short Circuit Protection 5 DC Output Protection Included Parts 12 ft AC Power Cord HOLLOILO4dA NOLLOI LO4d NOLLOI LOYd LINOATO LAOHS LAVAS LNdLNo OL NOLLIILONA P ADE AG LAO YINVIAS INYATMOSOL ATAANS HOLIMS LAANI 9 to F SLLVAM 001 Gp ML 41 asna AHI Y AAMOd aa TdF ALNA ONIHOLYIN MOT INIT TIYA TOO Tt CANTE se INdD OOL OV GND SERVICE WARRANTY INFORMATION The CUB has a warranty period of 2 years starting from the date of purchase The buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days of purchase This warranty covers defect in materials or workmanship that occurs in normal use Within warranty period AAD will repair or replace the defect unit free of labor and parts charge It is the buyer s responsibility to use the unit strictly according to instructions written in this manual and amplifier manual This warranty is not transferable it is provided to original owner only Damage defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty e Improper handling neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in user manual e Connection or operation of the speakers in any way that does not comply with the technical or safely regulations applicable in the country where the product is used e Repairs
5. his amplifier in a way that would compromise its ventilation system When operating never cover the heatsink on rear panel Do not locate this amplifier near any heat source e This amplifier must be connected only to a power source specified in this manual e For safety do not leave the amplifier plugged into a power source for long periods of time when not in use e Do not let any liquid or foreign objects fall into any openings on the amplifier e Never use this amplifier if it has 1 Suffered any physical damage 2 Been subjected to any liquids rain or moisture 3 Damaged cables connected to it If any of the above occurs the amplifier should be examined by qualified service personnel e Always operate this amplifier with the correctly rated fuse e Never use this amplifier without proper grounding The CUB is not your usual combo amp first it be mistaken for what it is because of its diminutive size Don t let this fool you this is a very high performance amplifier designed to give the utmost fidelity for acoustic guitar or any other lead musical instrument where clean sound and absolute fidelity are paramount AAD has pushed the envelope in OVERVIEW OF THE CUB creating what is the smallest serious guitar amplifier currently available Rather than cram it with gimmicky features to enhance marketing we decided to go all out on making the best small amplifier money can buy Nothing this small w
6. ith this performance has ever been created before To the working musician this amplifier will not only give sound quality beyond expectations but in practical terms of transportation and storage this amplifier will be invaluable FEATURES Switchable high impedance high gain input OR low impedance low gain stage 3 Band EQ designated for guitar FX Send Return sockets Tuner out Pre amp Output Balanced Line Output with ground lift Smart power sensing that allows amplifier to work on any AC voltage worldwide Just plug in no switching required Sophisticated amplifier protection circuitry Special Soft Clipping 100watt Amplifier Ultra low noise pre amplifier circuit PANEL OVERVIEW y 110 WATTS 4 OHMS SERIAL 0001 American Acoustic Development LLC FTES XU AC INPUT ON MWE OFF GROUND 400 240V 50 60Hz DIOUT Fuse T2 5AL 250V D No J PANEL DESCRIPTION 1 Input Socket Accepts standard mono 4 inch guitar instrument cable 2 Input level switch This switches the input sensitivity Odb with passive pickups or 10dB output from an additional pre amp 3 Level Control Controls volume of amplifier 4 Bass Control 5 Mid Range Control 6 Treble Control 7 FX Send Connect the FX send
7. or modifications by anyone other than authorized AAD service agent e Damages defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of AAD Should you need any warranty service please bring the CUB back to the dealer from whom you purchased along with your sales receipt Depending on the complexity of the repair work your dealer may return the defect unit to AAD service center for repair or replacement American Acoustic Development LLC 8559 Page Avenue St Louis MO 63114 USA Phone 314 814 3383 or 314 814 1264 Fax 314 628 9941 www aadsound com support aadsound com
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