Gallien-krueger Backline 350, Backline 210 User Manual

Backline 350 & 210

Owner’s Manual

Backline 350

Backline 210

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Backline 350 & 210

Table Of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction.....................................................................

Safety Information..........................................................

Quick Start.......................................................................

Settings & Sounds............................................................

Sound Tips.......................................................................

Front & Rear Panel Controls........................................

Installation & Maintenance..........................................

Backline 210 Combo.....................................................

Tech Talk........................................................................

Specifications.................................................................

Notes...............................................................................

*All Features and specifications are subject to change without notice

**This list is subject to change without notice.

Please read the Safety Information section on page 5 before continuing.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

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Gallien-Krueger

2234 Industrial Drive
Stockton, CA 95206
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
www.gallien-krueger.com

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Congratulations

Backline 350 & 210

Your purchase of a new Gallien-Krueger Backline 350/210
product is surely the result of much careful consideration
on your part. For our part, we at Gallien-Krueger are
pleased that you chose us, and are determined that you
will be a satisfied customer. In choosing a Backline 350/
210 product, you now own an amplifier with many unique
features, which will allow you to create your own distinct
sound.

To get the most out of your new purchase please take a
few minutes to read through this manual. If you are in a
hurry, we suggest you at least read through the Quick Start
and Safety Information sections before setting up your
new rig. This will help get you started and give you a few
quick tips, but is not a substitute for reading the rest of the
manual.

Your Backline unit should have come with the following
items, please check the contents of the box to ensure that
you have everything.

Included with your Backline 350 Head:
Backline 350 1
Rack mount ears with hardware 2
Power cord 1
Owner’s manual 1
Warranty card 1
Safety instructions sheet 1

If your Backline 350/210 did not come with all the
items listed, or if you encounter problems while setting
up your new equipment, please contact your local
dealer, or us as soon as possible at:

Gallien-Krueger, Inc.
2234 Industrial Drive
Stockton, CA 95206
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
Internet: www.gallien-krueger.com
Email: [e-mail]

We wish you a lifetime of good playing and remember
to always have fun!

Introduction

Included with your Backline 210 Combo:
Backline 210 1
Power Cord 1
Owner’s Manual 1
Warranty Card 1
Safety Instructions Sheet 1

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GK Philosophy

I have never seen the point in doing things the way
others have done them. I also have not been very
interested in following the latest fad. I am a Stanford
educated engineer who worked his way through school
as a musician. Like all musicians, I have lugged
amplifiers up stairways and into car trunks, always
wondering why these things had to be so heavy, bulky,
and hard to handle.
As I am the principal innovator at

Introduction

reflect my attitudes and life experiences. I don’t model
my designs after other manufacturer’s products (as
some of our competitors are proud of reciting). Instead,
I believe new and old problems are best solved with new
solutions. Having taken our own path,
enjoy a unique, unmatched sound, allowing the artist
using them every opportunity to make an original
statement.
Having supported my products for over thirty years, I
have learned from the story they tell.

Krueger

ment to support that legacy. Just as the products I
created thirty years ago are still telling their story, the
products we create today will be talking to us tomorrow.
We’ll be listening,

is a reflection of that story, and has a commit-

GK

, our products

GK

Gallien-

Backline 350 & 210

products

Robert Gallien

Founder & President

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Safety Information

Backline 350 & 210

Verify Line Voltage and Amperage Before
Use:

Your new Backline unit has been factory
configured for use with:

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Connecting the amplifier to a line with specifications
other than indicated above can create a safety and fire
hazard, and may damage the amplifier. If you have any
questions about the voltage requirements for your specific
model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your
dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Verify AC Circuit Capacity Before Use:

The high power output of your amplifier may require
heavy current draw under Full-Load conditions. To insure
proper performance and avoid potential safety hazards, we
recommend connection to line circuits with Amperage
specified “as above”. Connecting multiple amplifiers to
the same circuit, or connecting the amplifier to the same
circuit used by other heavy-power devices, such as high­wattage lights, may cause circuit breakers to trip. It is
always a good idea to avoid using any audio equipment
on the same AC circuit as equipment with motors, such as
air conditioners or refrigerators. This will lessen to
possibility of power variation and electrical start-up noise
affecting your sound.

Warning: Do not disconnect or plug in the
instrument/speaker cable with the amplifier
power on. Be sure the amplifier unit is turned
off before connecting anything to it.

120 Volt/60Hz 15 Amp circuit for USA &
Canada.
230 Volt/50Hz 10 Amp circuit for Europe
& Australia.
100 Volt/50Hz 15 Amp circuit for Japan.
Proper AC circuit for all other countries.

Do Not Use Extension Cords:

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord supplied
with your unit. If a replacement cord is used, make
certain that it is of consistent quality and gauge as the
original. We do not recommend using extension cords
with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run
power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects
on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced
immediately with cords meeting factory specifications.

Handle The AC Power Cord Gently:

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet,
always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not
intend to use the amplifier for a considerable length of
time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

Mains Disconnect:

If the AC mains has to be completly disconnected, the
plug/power cord is used as the mains disconnect device
and shall remain readily operable.

Do Not Open The Amplifier Enclosure:

There are no user-serviceable components inside this
product. Opening the amplifier enclosure may present a
shock hazard, and modification to the product will void
your warranty. If liquid enters the unit, or any metal
object such as a paper clip, wire, or staple accidentally
falls inside the enclosure, disconnect the unit from the AC
power source immediately and consult an authorized
service station.

Unpacking:

The carton and packing materials used in shipping your
new amplifier were specially designed to cushion it from
the shocks and vibration that occur during transport. We
suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for
use in shipping, in the event you move, or the amplifier
needs repair.

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