Ibanez TSA15H Owner's Manual

Name: Ibanez TSA15H
Brand: Ibanez
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Front and Rear Panel

System Block Diagram

ITALIANO ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ENGLISH

Foreword

Thank you for purchasing the Ibanez TUBESCREAMER AMPLIFIER. The TUBESCREAMER AMPLIFIER has been designed for various situations from practicing in a bedroom to playing live gigs and everything in-be- tween. Enjoy excellent guitar tone from warm clean tones to fully saturated tube distortion. In addition, there is a genuine TUBESCREAMER circuit built-into the amplifier. The TUBESCREAMER has been an industry standard for decades. This is the first amplifier that allows you to achieve true TUBESCREAMER overdrive without an additional pedal. Read this manual thoroughly prior to using your amplifier in order to get the most out of all the functions available. Keep this manual in a safe place.

Important Safety Instructions

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 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 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 plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the 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. Ser-	SA5213

	vicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-

aged in any way, such as 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.

15) Minimum distance of 20 cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilations.

16) Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.

17) WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

18) WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.

19) This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

•“The Lightning Flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons”.

•“The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product”.

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Precautions during use

1)This product is capable of producing extremely high volumes. In some cases, this could damage your hearing or cause other bodily impairment. You must be careful of the volume when using this product.

2)Always make sure that a speaker system of the correct impedance is connected.

3)Use this product with a power supply of the voltage that is printed on the rear panel.

4)Place this product near the main power outlet, and ensure that the main power plug can be easily disconnected from the main power outlet if any problem should occur.

5)This device contains a fuse for protection. The fuse may be broken due to external physical shock or because it has reached the end of its lifetime, but since a broken fuse may indicate that a serious internal malfunction has occurred, please contact your dealer before replacing the fuse.

6)When you are not using it, leave the power turned off. If you will not be using this product for an extended period, leave the power cable disconnected.

7)Do not turn off the power switch or disconnect the plug from the AC outlet while the device is operating. Doing so may cause malfunctions.

8)Do not stand on this device or place heavy objects on it. Doing so may cause breakage or malfunctions.

Cautions regarding location

9)Secure the provided power plug to mains socket-outlets that has a protective ground terminal.

10)Do not place this device in locations where particularly low temperatures might occur, such as walk-in coolers. The device may fail to operate correctly.

11)Do not place this device in locations subject to strong magnetic fields, such as near a television or radio, or near any other device that emits electromagnetic radiation. This device may fail to operate correctly under such conditions.

12)Do not place the device in locations subject to sudden temperature changes If this device is in a cold room whose temperature is suddenly raised, condensation may form inside the device, causing it to fail to operate correctly.

13)Do not place the device in locations of excessive dust or vibration. Such conditions may cause damage or malfunction.

14)Depending on the location in which this device is placed, noise may occur in a radio located nearby, or flickering or distortion may be seen in the screen of a nearby television. If you suspect that this device is responsible for these conditions, turn off the power switch of this device. If this causes the radio or television to return to normal operation, try moving this device away from the radio or television, or change the orientation of the radio or television.

Safety precautions

You must carefully read these precautions before you begin using this device, and use the device only as directed.

After you’ve read these precautions, keep them with the “Owner’s manual” and the “Warrantee.”

Prevention of fire, electrocution, or injury

About the graphic symbols

 indicates a caution (including a danger or warning). The specific content of the caution is indicated inside the triangle.

The graphic shown at left indicates a general caution, warning, or danger.

 indicates a prohibition (something you must not do). The specific content of the prohibition is depicted inside the symbol. The graphic shown at left indicates that you must not disassemble the unit.

 indicates a compulsory action (something you are required to do). The specific requirement is depicted inside the symbol.

Warnings

If the device emits smoke

Fire or electrocution may occur if you continue to use the device when it is behaving abnormally, such as emitting smoke or an unusual odor. Immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and contact the dealer from whom you purchased the device. Never attempt to repair the device yourself, since this can be hazardous.

If the device breaks

If you drop the device or if its cabinet is damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and contact the dealer from whom you purchased the device. Fire or electrocution may occur if you continue using the device in this condition.

If a foreign object enters this device

If a metallic or flammable foreign object should enter the interior of this device through a jack or other opening, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and contact the dealer from whom you purchased the device. Fire or electrocution may occur if you continue using the device in this condition.

Do not disassemble or modify the device

Do not open the cabinet of this device. This device contains high-voltage components, and touching them may produce electrical shock. Contact your dealer if interior inspection or servicing is required.

Do not modify this device. Doing so may cause fire, electrical shock, or malfunctions.

Do not place water or chemicals on the device

To avoid the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not place flower vases, drinks, cosmetics, or containers of chemicals or water on top of this device.

Unplug from the AC outlet if lightning occurs

If lightning occurs nearby, turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and stop using the device. Lightning can cause fire or electrical shock.

Do not place the device near flame or heat

Do not allow this device or its power cable to be near heating equipment. Such a situation poses a risk that the cabinet or the power cable sheathing may melt, causing fire or electrical shock.

Do not use the device at high volume levels for a long time

Using the device at high volume levels through speakers for a long time may cause permanent hearing loss depending on the output volume setting.

Do not place the device in locations of high humidity

Do not use this device in locations of high humidity such as near a bath or humidifier, or in the rain, or near a body of water. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock.

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Do not block the cooling vents

Since the rear of this device functions as a cooling vent, you must leave sufficient space between it and the wall. Blocking the cooling vent will cause heat to be trapped inside the device, possibly causing fire.

Do not place the device in locations of high temperature

Do not place this device in locations of high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near equipment that produces heat, such as a stove or heater. Doing so will cause the internal temperature to rise, possibly causing fire.

	Do not subject the device to oil spatters or steam
	Do not place this device where it might be subjected to oil spatters or
	steam. This could cause fire or electrical shock.
	Use this device only with an AC outlet of the correct
	voltage
	You must use this device only with an AC outlet of the correct voltage as
	marked on the device itself. Fire or electrical shock may occur if you use
	this device with an AC outlet of the wrong voltage.
	Do not operate with wet hands
	Do not connect or disconnect the power cable while your hands are wet.
	You risk electrical shock if you do so.
	Handle the plug with caution
	When unplugging the cable, be sure to grasp the plug itself. If you unplug
	the power cable by pulling the cable itself, you risk damaging the cable,
	possibly causing fire or electrical shock.
	Do not use “octopus-like” connections
	Do not use branching extension cords, power strips, or branching sockets
	to create “octopus-like” connections from an AC power outlet. Doing so
	may cause fire or electrical shock.
	Handle the power cable with caution
	Do not allow the power cable to be scarred, damaged, modified, exces-
	sively bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. If heavy objects are placed on the
	power cable or if it is subjected to heat, it may be damaged, possibly caus-
	ing fire or electrical shock. Please contact your dealer if the power cable
6	becomes damaged.

Use this device only in the country where you purchased it

This device is designed for the AC power supply voltage of the country in which you purchased it; you cannot use it outside the country.

Cautions

Disconnect the power cable if you will be away

If you won’t be using the device for an extended period of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet for safety.

Do not drop the device or subject it to physical impact

Do not drop this device or subject it to strong physical impact. Doing so may cause breakage or malfunctions.

Do not place the device in an unstable location

It may become unbalanced and tip over, causing damage or injury.

Names and Function on Each Part

Front Panel

1. INPUT Jack: 1/4” phone jack input.

TUBESCREAMER Section

2.DRIVE: Controls the distortion depth. Turning the knob clockwise increases both distortion and sustain.

3.Tone: Controls the overall tone.

4.Level: Controls the output level of the TUBESCREAMER section.

5.TUBESCREAMER Switch: This switches the TUBESCREAMER section between ON and OFF. When this is turned OFF, the guitar signal bypasses TUBESCREAMER section.

Tube Section

6.Boost Switch: This turns on/off an additional boost circuit separate from the TUBESCREAMER section. When this is turned ON, the guitar signal is boosted by 6dB at over the whole frequency range just before the tube section.

7.Bass: Controls low frequency range.

8.Treble: Controls high frequency range.

9.Volume: Controls the output level from this amplifier. The amp can be overdriven by turning the volume up.

10.Standby Switch: This switch engages the high voltage DC to the tubes. Always power the amplifier on using the POWER Switch with this switch in the STANDBY (down) position. Wait for at least 30 seconds after turning POWER on and then engage the STANDBY Switch into the ON (upright) position. Powering up in this fashion will help to preserve tube life. It is also best to put the amp into the STANDBY position when taking breaks.

11.Power Switch: This switch turns the AC power on/off the amplifier. Use it in conjunction with STANDBY switch to properly power the amplifier on. When this is turned ON, the red LED on the right will be illuminated.

Rear Panel

12.AC INPUT: Connect the included AC power cable to this connector. Only use this amp with the voltage indicated on the panel.

13.WATTAGE SELECT Switch: Switches between pentode and triode connection at power amplifier stage. In pentode the amp will operate at 15 watts. In triode the amp will operate at 5 watts.

14.SPEAKER OUTPUT Jacks: Connect to speaker cabinet with speaker cable. Refer to “Connection to Your Speaker Cabinets”.

15.FOOTSWITCH Jack: Connect to the footswitch IFS2G (sold separately). You can control the TUBESCREAMER and BOOST switch via footswitch. When the footswitch is connected, both on/off switches on the front panel are disabled.

16.SEND Jack: This is an output for the TUBESCREAMER and BOOST circuit. This should be used if you would like to add additional effects after the TUBESCREAMER. Connect send to the input of your outboard effects devices.

17.RETURN Jack: This is an input to the amplifier back from your outboard effect devices. Connect the output of your effects device to this input. This jack connects to the input of tube circuit. You can also use this amplifier as a pure tube amplifier if you connect your guitar to this input directly. (This will completely bypass the TUBESCREAMER circuit all together.)

NOTE: Using the boost function with other devices connected afterwards in the chain may cause distortion to the input of the device especially when used with high gain pickups.

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Troubleshooting

First check that your shielded guitar cable, speaker cable, and power cable are connected correctly. If possible, use a tester to check the cable or try using an alternate cable or amp to verify your cable’s condition.

1.The power supply cannot be switched on.

•Check that the power cable has been connected correctly.

•Try plugging it into a different socket and see if the same problem occurs.

2.The power supply can be switched on, but no sound is heard.

•Check that the guitar has been connected correctly.

•Remove any external components connected to the effects loop and between the guitar and the amplifier and check to see if any sound is heard.

•Use a different shielded cable and check to see if any sound is heard.

•Check to see if the volume on the guitar is set to “0”.

•Use a different guitar and see if any sound is heard.

•Check to see if the volume on the amplifier is set to “0”.

3.Noise is heard.

•Check to see if anything in the immediate vicinity is resonating or banging against the amplifier to produce the noise.

•Check to see if the plug cover on the shielded cable is loose.

•Make sure that the action (string height) of your guitar is set correctly.

•Use another guitar, effects or other external components, and cable to see if the same noise is produced.

In case of defects

This product has passed exhaustive inspections before being shipped from the factory. Ensure that the above procedures are carried out when a problem is thought to exist. Contact your dealer in the unlikely event that an abnormality occurs during use. Also, ensure that the symptoms of the problem are explained in detail when requesting repair in order to facilitate swift handling. Because of improvements to this product, the specifications may change without notice.