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VIRTUBE VT30FX/VT15FX/VT15CD
User Manual
A50-45633-00004
VIRTUBE VT30FX/VT15FX/VT15CD
Important Safety Instructions
Caution
+To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed personnel.
+To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure - voltage that may be suffi cient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
1)Read these instructions.
2)Keep these instructions.
3)Heed all warnings.
4)Follow all instructions.
5)Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)Clean only with dry cloth.
7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-typeplug.Apolarizedplughastwobladeswith one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fi t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)Place the power cord so that it is protected from being walkedonandsharpedges.Besurethatthepowercordis protected particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
11)The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
12)Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
13)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
14)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
15)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
16)Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,theapparatushasbeenexposedtorainormoisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Caution
+These service instructions are for use by qualifi ed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions.Repairs have to be performed by qualifi ed service personnel.
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VIRTUBE VT30FX/VT15FX/VT15CD
Foreword
Dear Customer,
Welcome to the team of VIRTUBE users, and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing this device.
Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure, because it represents the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to achieve a very ambitious goal: to present you with an extraordinary guitar amp that gives you a maximum of flexibility and performance with its modern sound and wealth of functions. The task of
designing our new product certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician.
Meeting your expectations also meant a lot of work and night shifts. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together. What a great feeling it is when all who participated in such a project can be proud of what they’ve achieved.
It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give free rein to your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.
We are often asked how we manage to produce such high-quality devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large sales volumes, enabling us to get better purchasing terms forcomponents,etc.Isn’titonlyfairtopassthisbenefitontoyou?
Because we know that your success is our success too!
I would like to thank everyone who has made the VIRTUBE possible. From the developers to the many other employees at this company, each has made a personal contribution to you, the
BEHRINGER user.
My friends, it’s been worth the effort!
Thank you very much,
Uli Behringer
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1. INTRODUCTION................................................................... |
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1.1 Before you get started.................................................. |
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1.1.1 Online Registration.............................................. |
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Control elements................................................................. |
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2.1 Front panel.................................................................... |
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2.1.1 CLEAN channel................................................... |
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2.1.2 OVERDRIVE channel.......................................... |
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2.1.3 FX section (VT30FX and VT15FX only).............. |
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2.1.4 Connectors and POWER switch......................... |
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2.2 Rear panel.................................................................... |
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3. Application example........................................................... |
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Installation........................................................................... |
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Specifications...................................................................... |
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Warranty............................................................................... |
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VIRTUBE VT30FX/VT15FX/VT15CD
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! With the VIRTUBE, you have the newest generation of guitar amps. It offers an extremely broad range of options and possibilities, the only limit being your own creativity. The
VIRTUBE is an allrounder with so many features that you hardly need any other equipment.
The demands placed on a guitar amp are nowadays very broad. A guitarist should offer a wide array of sounds. That’s why it is very important to us to be able to offer you maximum sound diversity as well as a variety of connection possibilities with your VIRTUBE.
Don’t worry: you will quickly master the VIRTUBE and learn how to use all of its capabilities easily and intuitively. With its up-to-date circuitry, the VIRTUBE features the functionality and reliability of a truly modern guitar amp.
VTC Virtual Tube Circuitry
The specially developed VTC Virtual Tube Circuitry gives your sound the unique vintage flavor of classic tube amps.
1.1 Before you get started
Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe transport. Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit immediately for signs of damage.
++ If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to us, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately; otherwise, claims for damage or replacement may not be granted.
++ Otherwise, always use the original box to prevent damage during storage or transport.
++ Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or its packaging.
++ Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.
Recylce whenever possible.
Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit near radiators etc.
++ Please make sure that all devices are properly grounded/ earthed. For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground/earth conductors from the devices or on the power cords. The unit must always be connected to the mains outlet with a protective grounding connection.
1.1.1 Online Registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www.BEHRINGER.com and read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.
Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European
Contact Information).
Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website. Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
* For customers of the EU, different designations can be applied.
Customers from the EU get further informations from BEHRINGER
Support Germany.
++ The tone quality may diminish within the range of powerful radio broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources. Increase the distance between the transmitter and the unit, and use shielded cables for all connections.
++ We would like to draw your attention to the fact that extremely loud sound levels may damage your hearing as well as your headphones. Turn all VOLUME controls fully to the left before you switch on the unit. Make sure you select a suitable volume at all times.
2. Control elements
Fig. 2.1: VIRTUBE control elements (front panel)
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Control elements |
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