Ebs HD360 User Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
INPUT:
GAIN:
CHARACTER:
COMP/LIMIT:
FILTER SECTION:
BALANCED OUTPUT:
EFFECT LOOP:
REMOTES:
LINE OUT:
POWER AMP:
AUXILIARY INFO:
Specifications are subject to change without notice!
Input Impedance 2 Mohms // 100 pF Phantom Power Optional 10 V, 20 mA max. Gain Range min/max -oo/ +30 dB Gain Peak LED +10 dBv Frequency Response +0 / -3 dB 20 - 20.000 Hz Filter: Type Shelving High/Low Pass Gain: Lo +6 dB @ 80 Hz
Compressor Gain 0 dB Attenuation max 24 dB Compression Ratio max 3:1 Attack (80%) typ <10 ms Release (80%) typ 100 ms Bass Filter: Type 12 dB/oct. Shelving
Middle Filter: Type Bandpass Filter
Treble Filter: Type Shelving
Bright: Type Shelving
Output Level Nominal -10dBv Frequency Response +0/-3 dB 35 - 20k Hz XLR Connections 1-GND, 2-Hot, 3-Cold Options GND Lift, Post EQ, Spkr Sim Loop Signal Level nominal -10 dBv Gain Unity (1:1) Output Impedance <100 ohms Input Impedance >50 kohms // 100 pF Phantom Power Optional 10 V, 20 mA max. Connections: REMOTE RING = Mute, TIP = Drive
Function: Connect to GND for operation, 5 mA current for LED. Output Impedance <5 kohms Signal Level nominal 0 dBv Continuous Output Power @2-4 ohms 300 W RMS Dynamic Output Power 350 W peak Power Requirements max 400 W Mains Protection: T3.15 Fuse (230V)
Dimensions (WxDxH) max 48 cm x 33 cmx9cm
Weight: 9 kg ( 20 lbs.)
Mid -2 dB @ 900 Hz Hi +3 dB @ 7.5 kHz
Gain Range +/- 18 dB @ 60 Hz
Frequency Range 50 - 5.000 Hz Q - Boost 0.5 - 1.3 Q - Cut 0.5 - >5 Gain Range +/- 12-15 dB
Gain Range +/- 18 dB@8kHz
Gain Range >15 dB @ 10 kHz
FILTERS RING = Filters, TIP = Character
T6.3A Fuse (100/120V)
19” x 13” x 3.5”(2U)
Users Manual
PROFESSIONAL
HIGH DEFINITION BASS HEAD
Contents: Page:
Introduction 2 Block Diagram 3 Front Panel Controls 4
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Rear Panel Connections 6 Specifications 8
EBS HD360
PROFESSIONAL HIGH DEFINITION BASS HEAD
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ESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY EBS SWEDEN AB
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RINDSTUVÄGEN 44-46, SE-16733 BROMMA,SWEDEN
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May 2012
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INTRODUCTION
REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION
Welcome to the EBS HD360 BassHead!
The EBS HD360 provides a full bodied, warm and transparent tone throughout the entire range. It is equipped with EBS renowned built in compressor, an extensive Drive circuitry, professionalbalancedXLR­output, Character filter and an efficient 4-Band EQ that lets you master the sound. The HD360 does not compromise on the tone, it uses and benefits from all the 360 Watts RMS, without getting muddy or clipping, giving a powerful and highly portable amp with an impressive tone that will handle any stage or studio session gig.
The EBS HD360 handles loads down to 2 ohms and is the perfect companion to a stack of EBS ProLine or NeoLine cabinets, or used with a single full size EBS cabinet.
The HD360 amp is designed, developed and built in the heart ofSweden by EBS.
GETTING STARTED...
1. Carefully unpack the bass head.
2. Check that all knobs are set fully counter clockwise besides the EQ controls marked BASS, MIDDLE and TREBLE which should be set to mid position. Make also sure all push switches are set to their outer positions. Now the EBS HD360 settings are "zeroed" and ready to be personalized.
3. Connect one or more speaker cabinets to the speaker output. Make sure the total impedance is not below 2 ohms.
4. Turn on the POWER switch.
5. Plug in your bass. While plucking the strings as hard as you would during your hardest playing, gradually increase the GAIN knob unit the peak LED starts to flash at peaks.
6. Move over to the VOLUME knob and adjust for the desired output volume.
BUILDING THE SOUND...
7. The first tonal shaping circuitry is the
Character Filter
This filters provides a preshape EQ prior of further fine tuning of your sound.
8. Enable the filters by pressing the
Active
pushbutton and explore the filter section. Play your bass. Note that there isn't any difference in sound yet.
9. The filters are basically of the boost/cut design. This means that the level controls marked with + and - signs, either boost or cuts the selected frequency band. Further, the MIDDLE section has got a frequency control for precise adjustment of the midrange.
10. Gradually increase or decrease the level and
vary the frequency of the middle filter when operating the middle filter. Notice how the sound is effected. AnA/B comparison can be made by toggling the filter active switch.
11. Proceed to the COMP/LIMIT knob. This control
adjusts the compression and is useful when playing very dynamic or loud.
12. Turn up the COMP/LIMIT knob to mid and max
position. Notice how the peaks in volume will straighten out as you play harder and harder.
13. Now, go on to the BRIGHT and turn it half way
up. Play your bass. The BRIGHT filter is a high pass filter which works on the highest fre­quencies of the bass to give enhanced ambiance and presence.
next to the GAIN control.
Filter
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL:
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EFFECTS LOOP
with an effect loop for the use of external units such as box or rack effects.
The loop puts the external effects after the
filter,compressor and drive sections.
The effect loop also facilitates the option of phantom power. To activate the phantom power, set the switch forthe on the rear panel to OUTER position.
FX MIX
– This control controls the mix level for the effects loop, from 0% (off) to 50% (parallel), to 100% (serial)
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TUNER OUT
suitable for driving tuners. The signal from this output is identical to the input.
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REMOTES
with two remote jacks for controlling with foot switches the , switches, drive section, plus a mute function.
You may use any standard footswitch pedal making connection to ground for each of the remote functions.
– EBS HD360 is provided
phantom power loop return
- This low impedance output is
– The EBS HD360 is equipped
character filter active
Refer to the rear panel screen print and
14. Finally, proceed to the DRIVE control and try increase this setting gradually until maximum position for a heavily over driven sound.
technical specification for further info.
Note: Each of the filter switches on the front panel needs tobe set to inner position in order to
This was a brief introduction and as you go on
be remotelycontrolled
further in this manual, you will learn how to use and utilize all of the useful features that the
offers.EBS HD360
GOOD LUCK !
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PHANTOM POWER SWITCHES
switches activates the phantom power for the
input return jack
and effects respectively, when
set to OUTER position.
- These
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LINE OUT
drive multiple poweramps, extending the power of the system.The signal present atthis output is taken after the volume control.
- This is a fullrange output that will
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SPEAKER OUTPUT
speakers here. These two outputs are connected in parallel.
Note: Total lower impedance than 2 ohms may cause permanent damage to the amp.
EBS will not take responsibility for eventual hearing damages caused by the powerful EBS HD360.
Connect your
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SYSTEM FAN
maintained among other techniques with a temperature controlled fan.
Make sure not to cover the ventilationopenings of the amp! IMPORTANT!
– The amps performance is
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MAINS
AC voltage and replace fuse if needed only with same type and value.
– Connect only to the indicated mains
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
BLOCK DIAGRAM
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DRIVE
of gain in the tube emulation stage, and provides an extragain all the way up to 34dB. The gain is compensated over this section producing a warm overdrive while the output remains more or less constant. This control also compresses the sound when turning up level up to maximum, producing pure limitation.
switch remotely. See rear panel descriptions for more details.
- The DRIVE knob controls the amount
This Drive function can be controlled by a foot
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VOLUME
volume in the unit, controlling the poweramp and LINE outputs. The balanced output (XLR) is not affected by thesetting of this knob.
- The VOLUME knob controls all
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BALANCED OUTPUT
functions as a high quality line box for connecting toPAmixing consoles or to studioor broadcast recording units, with high noise immunity. The volume level does not effect this output.
Lifting ground is a great aid in many occasions eliminating ground noise and hum. When required, pressthe switch todisconnect the ground from the output.
Post Eq
The switch at the front selects the signal source. In the inner position this switch selects the overall sound included effects, otherwise, in the lower position an uncolored sound is taken immediately after the input.
The EBS HD630 also features a speaker
simulator for the balanced output. Press the
Sim
button to activate this function.
Gnd Lift
- A balanced output
Spkr
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POWER
- Switches the amp on or off.
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS:
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GAIN
INPUT
instrument input that will also power active pickups and circuitry. If you want to use this function, take awaythe 9volts batteryfrom your bass and strap + and - pole on the battery holder.
phantom powering from the EBS HD360.
sure the switch onthe rear panel is set to OFF to defeat the phantom power.
- A low noise, high impedance
Use a standard stereo cable when using the
If you do not wish to use this feature, make
Input Phantom Power
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CHARACTER FILTER
provides a preshape filter, , which operate independently from the other preamp functions. This gives the user the opportunity to preshape the sound before the final processing with the other features of the preamp.
When pressed to inner position, boost is achieved in bass and treble ranges respectively, while the midrange has a slight drop in gain.
- The EBS HD360
Character
Character ON
- Controlto adjust the instruments' signal strength to the right operating level in the EBS HD360.
For optimum basic signal level, turn up the GAIN knob until the PEAK led starts flashing from the strongest signal from the instrument.
Note: A correctly set GAIN is vital for the signal processing to work properly in the.EBS
HD360
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COMP/LIMIT
limiter that works fast and effectively,tightening up the sound and preventing the bass head from saturating at peaks when approaching the headroom limit.
The COMP/LIMIT knob sets the compression ratio, i.e. The signal strength relation between the input and output; the higher ratio the more compression. compression during play.
- A low noise compressor
The LED indicates the amount of
FILTERACTIVE
the filter section described under point 6. This switch can also be remote controlled by a foot switch. Seerear panel descriptions for more details.
– This switchactives
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FILTERS
enhanced performance filters:
BASS
compensated bass filter with a wide gain range.
MIDDLE
50-5000 Hz. This filter facilitates total control over the mids, with a wide bandwidth giving a natural and non-peaking result using frequency dependent gain. In addition, at minimum setting this filter facilitates a notchfunction, suitable for cutting an exact frequency or eliminating acoustic coupling.
TREBLE
the higher mids and treble registers, giving presence and ambience to the sound.
BRIGHT
of producing bright high treble timbre, without adding practically any noise.
- The filtersection contains four
is a 'shelving' type 12dB/oct slope phase
has an extended frequency range of
is a shelving type filter controlling
is an advancedhigh pass filter capable
Bright
Bass
Midrange
Treble
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