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USER GUIDE LOUDBOX 100
Read Me!
Take a few minutes to read through this manual before you power up the Loudbox 100. To jump in immediately, start with the Important Safety Instructions and the Getting Started sections. While this information will get you on your way, it is not considered a substitute for reading the entire manual.
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The box and packing materials for the Loudbox 100 were specially designed to protect the amplifier during shipping. Save all this stuff in case you need to re-ship the Loudbox 100.
Table of Contents
Safety Warnings |
3 |
Welcome |
5 |
Getting started |
6 |
Front Panel |
7–9 |
Rear Panel |
10–12 |
Tone Tips |
12–13 |
About Acoustic Feedback |
14 |
Phantom Power FAQs |
15 |
Stereo Blending |
16 |
Block Diagram |
17 |
Specifications |
18–19 |
Wherever this symbol appears, it alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
Whenever this symbol appears, it alerts you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the user’s manual for this amplifier.
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CAUTION
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Important Safety Instructions
To ensure your personal safety and the safety of others, operate this apparatus only after reading these instructions and heeding the warnings listed below.
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 a dry cloth.
7.Do not block the 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 amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 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 fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified
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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing liquids and do not place objects filled with liquids (such as a beverage container or a vase) on the apparatus.
Disconnect device is AC inlet or power switch.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
Hear This!
The Loudbox 100 amplifier is capable of cleanly reproducing the sound of your instrument at very high volume levels. Prolonged repeated exposure to high sound pressure levels (SPLs) without protection can cause permanent hearing loss. OSHA has set guidelines and specified permissible sound-exposure limits for those who work in high SPL environments.
Permissible noise exposures |
|
Duration per day, |
Sound level dBA |
hours |
slow response |
8 |
90 |
6 |
92 |
4 |
95 |
3 |
97 |
2 |
100 |
1 ½ |
102 |
1 |
105 |
½ |
110 |
¼ or less |
115 |
To ensure against permanent hearing loss, wear hearing protection when you perform with amplification.
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Welcome . . .
. . . and thank you for choosing the Fishman Loudbox 100! Our passion for acoustic instruments inspired us to create this amp—it is our sincere wish that the Loudbox 100 will inspire you as well!
With its unique bi-amplified design, the potent and portable, two-channel, 100 watt Loudbox 100 delivers more serious acoustic tone and volume than any other amp in its class. The secret to the Loudbox 100’s sound lies in its two power amps and two-way speaker system. This powerful combination results in higher sound pressure levels and cleaner acoustic tones, watt-for-watt, than comparable acoustic amps.
You’ll find this lightweight and compact amp is as comfortable in your home studio as it is onstage. It easily passes the “one-trip” test, for those times you carry both your instrument and your amp to the car or into the club.
The two-channel Loudbox 100 brings together a wish list of the essential features you’ve been looking for. The front panel includes inputs for acoustic instruments, a microphone and a CD player or drum machine. Dual EQ sections include bass, midrange and treble controls for easy, effective tone shaping. Vanquishing troublesome acoustic feedback is simple with independent anti-feedback filters and phase switches for each channel. We also include five digital effects you can really use: two halls, two plates, and a smooth chorus. A convenient mute switch keeps things quiet when you tune up or take a break. The Loudbox 100 also features a headphone jack for silent jamming or practicing.
On the rear panel, good things come in threes with D.I.s for channels 1 & 2, plus a third summed Mix-D.I. output (watch your soundperson smile). For pedal-heads, each channel has its own effects loop, a tuner out (Ch. 1) and
a ¼” jack for a remote mute switch. With the Loudbox 100 on the floor, the speaker’s ten-degree tilt-back angle helps to project your sound up to ear level.
So what are you waiting for? Grab your guitar and your Loudbox 100 and go out and make some music!
If you have questions or comments, please contact us through the Service and Support section of our website at www.fishman.com.
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Getting Started
Here are some basic setup tips to help get you going. To operate the Loudbox 100 safely, please read the entire manual, especially the Important Safety Instructions on page 3.
If your amplifier has an operating voltage of 120V, plug the provided AC line cord into the back of the amplifier.
If your amplifier operates at 230V, you must supply your own detachable power cord. The cord you supply must have an IEC-style 320 connector at one end and a male AC plug appropriate for your area at the other.
1. Locate the Power switch (above the rear panel power cord terminal) and switch it off (down position), then connect the power cord.
2. Plug the Loudbox 100 into an electrical outlet with the appropriate AC voltage.
NOTE: Operate the amplifier only at the voltage indicated in the check box on the rear panel. Do not defeat the ground prong on the AC cable; the safe operation of this amplifier depends on a proper ground connection.
3.Push in the Mute switch and turn on the Power switch.
4.Connect your instrument to the Channel 1 input with a shielded ¼” cable.
5.Play aggressively and raise Channel 1 Gain until Clip LED flashes, then back off the Gain until no clipping occurs.
6.Set the controls as illustrated below.
7.Push the Mute switch (out) and slowly raise the Master Volume to the desired level.
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