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Laney
MXD15, MXD30, MXD65
USER MANUAL
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Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninstalled "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
Caution:
Caution:
Risk of electrical shock - DO NOT OPEN!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove cover. No user servicable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To prevernt electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Before using this
appliance, read the operating guide for further warnings.
This apparatus must be earthed.
EMC warning
It is inherent in the design of a loudspeaker and in the design of guitar pickups that they should emit or be affected by electro magnetic fields. Loudspeaker enclosures should not
be used less than two meters away from equipment, which is likely to be affected by electro magnetic interference.
Likewise, guitar fitted with electro magnetic pickups should not be used less than two meters away from any source of emissions such as loudspeakers. Emissions from
loudspeakers are dependent on the frequency characteristics of the drive unit. Levels were measured direct from the driver of 30 dBuV. These levels are reduced to a safe level at
a distance of 1,27 meters from the drivers.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
1. Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product
2. All safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference
3. Obey all cautions in the Operating instructions and on the back of the unit
4. All operating instructions should be followed
5. This product should not be used near water, i.e. a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, wet basement, etc.
6. This product should be located so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. It should not be placed
7. This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as stove, radiator, or another heat producing amplifier.
8. Connect only to a power supply of the type marker on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.
9. Never break off the ground pin on a power supply cord.
10. Power supply cords should always be handled carefully. Never walk or place equipment on power supply cords.
11. The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time.
12. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.
13. Metal parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The vinyl covering used on some units can be cleaned with a damp
14. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any ventilation holes or
15. A qualified service technician should check the unit if:
16. The user should not attempt to service the equipment. All service work is done by a qualified service technician.
17. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing gloss. Individuals very considerably in
When using electric products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following.
flat against a wall or placed in a built up enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air.
Periodically check cords for cuts or signs of stress, especially at the plug and the point where the chord exits the unit.
cloth or ammonia based household cleaner if necessary. Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.
openings.
The power cord has been damaged
Anything has fallen or spilled into the unit
The unit does not appear to operate correctly
The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense
noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the following permissible noise level exposure.
Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, slow response
890
692
495
397
2 100
1 ½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or
protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a
permanent hearing loss if exposure exceeds the limits set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to
high sound pressure levels it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound
pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a Laney amplifier.
Laney products are designed with ease of operation as a primary objective, however to ensure you
derive the best from your new amplifier, it is important you take time to read this user manual and to
familiarise yourself with the control functions and facilities available
BEFORE
SWITCHING ON
After unpacking your amplifier check that it is factory fitted with a three pin 'grounded' (or earthed) plug.
Before plugging into the power supply ensure you are connecting to a grounded earth outlet.
If you should wish to change the factory fitted plug yourself, ensure that the wiring convention applicable to
the country where the amplifier is to be used is strictly conformed to. As an example in the United Kingdom
the cable colour code for connections are as follows
EARTH OR GROUND - GREEN/YELLOW
NEUTRAL - BLUE
LIVE - BROWN
.
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This manual has been written for easy access of information. The front and rear panels of each unit
are graphically illustrated, with each control and feature numbered. For a description of the function of
each control feature, simply check the number with the explanations adjacent to each panel.
Your Laney amplifier has undergone a thorough two stage, pre-delivery inspection, involving actual play
testing, as well as burn in.
When you first receive your Laney amp, follow these simple procedures:
(I) Ensure that the amplifier is set at the correct voltage for the country it is to be used in.
(ii) Connect your instrument with a high quality instrument cable. Use of cheap cables will compromise
the sound of your instrument and your amplifier.
If there is a problem with your Laney amplifier
DON'T
DO
PHONE YOUR DEALER!
Care of your Laney amplifier will prolong it's life.....and yours!.
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MXD 15
Input
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GUITAR INPUT:
CLEAN VOLUME:
CRUNCH FACTOR ON!:
CRUNCH FACTOR:
MASTER VOLUME:
BASS:
MIDDLE:
TREBLE:
Equalization
4
3
2
1
Clean
Volume
5
6
7
8
9
100
2
5
4
3
2
1
0
Crunch
Factor
3
4
Made in China Fabrique en Chine
Model HCM15R
Power Consumption - 30 Watts ~50/60Hz
Serial Number
~100VAC 50/60HzPower Source ~230V AC 50/60Hz
~120VAC 50/60Hz ~240V AC 50/60Hz
6
10 0 10
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Master
Volume
5
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Bass
6
N1646
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
0100 10010
CAUTION T
REMOVE COVERS O USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
EFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
R.
WARNING -T
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
W-
ARNING
T.
3
7
8
2
9
1
7
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
O REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
.N .
O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIR E OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
Socket provided for connecting electric guitar.
Sets the overall listening level of the clean channel.
Engages the CRUNCH channel
Sets the level of distortion within the crunch channel.
Controls the overall listening level of the overdrive channel.
Controls the low frequency EQ in the pre amplifier.
Controls the mid frequency EQ in the pre amplifier.
Controls the high frequency EQ in the pre amplifier.
Effect
Dsp FxDsp Fx
Flange
Rotary
Chorus
7
8
9
1
4
Delay
3
2
2
1
Effect
1
Off
9
5
6
4
TrebleMid
8
!
.
Designed in the UK by BLT Industries LTD.
2
Octave
1
2
1
Reverb
2
Rev+ChRev + Ch
Dly + Ch
Dly+Ch
CD / Line
In
10
ATTENTION -S
E REFERER AU
MANUEL D UTILISATION POUR LA
’
CONNECTION HAUT PARLEURS
-.
AVIS -R
ISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION -D
EBRANCHER LE
CORDON D ALIMENTATION AVANT
’
TOUTE INTERVENTION
.
1
0
Head
Phones
11
.
Power
9
DIGITAL X FACTOR EFFECTS:
The MXD range of amplifiers carry the following effects:
Chorus 1 X Factor Chorus - Lush slow deep wave pattern
Chorus 2 X Factor Ultra Chorus - fast Shallow wave pattern
Chorus + Delay X Factor Ultra Chorus +300 ms delay
Delay 1 X Factor Delay 1 250ms "Slap Back" delay
Delay 2 X Factor Delay 2 400 ms short decay
Delay 3 X Factor Delay 3 500ms delay with medium decay
Delay 4 X Factor Delay 4 600ms delay with long decay
Flange 1 X Factor Flange
Flange 2 X Factor Flange plus 400ms delay
Octave 1 X Factor Octave - low octave doubler
Octave 2 X Factor Octave plus 500ms delay
Reverb + Chorus X Factor Room reverb plus ultra chorus
Reverb 1 X Factor Room room-sized simulation reverb
Reverb 2 X Factor Hall large-sized hall simulation reverb
Rotary X Factor Rotary vintage rotary speaker simulator.
Selects one of the fifteen onboard effects.
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MXD 15
3
8
5
6
7
9
Dsp FxDsp Fx
Rotary
Chorus
2
1
4
8
3
2
1
Delay
Effect
Off
9
1
Flange
2
1
Rev+ChRev + Ch
Dly + Ch
Dly+Ch
Octave
2
1
2
Reverb
CD / Line
In
10
Head
Phones
11
1
0
Power
Input
5
6
4
3
7
Clean
2
8
9
100
2
1
Volume
1
5
6
4
3
2
1
0
10 0 10
Crunch
Factor
3
4
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Master
Volume
5
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Bass
6
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
0100 10010
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
TrebleMid
7
Equalization
Effects Continued
The effect level for the MXD15 has been pre set to give you the best possible sounding
effects available. The on board effects are present on both channels of the MXD15
should you decide you do not want any effects added to your guitar sound then switch the
effects selector to the off position. This way the effects section of the MXD15 is bypassed
10
11
CD/LINE INPUT:
HEAD PHONES:
Sockets for connection of external CD player.
Socket for connecting external headphones. Connecting headphones
automatically isolates the internal speaker.
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MXD 30
4
5
6
4
3
7
1
Clean
Volume
8
9
100
2
2
Input
1
1
2
3
4
GUITAR INPUT:
CLEAN VOLUME:
CRUNCH FACTOR ON!:
CRUNCH FACTOR:
5
4
3
On!
2
1
0
Crunch
Factor
3
4
Made in China Fabrique en Chine
Model HCM15R
Power Consumption - 30 Watts ~50/60Hz
Serial Number
5
6
10 0 10
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Master
Volume
5
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Bass
Max
6
N1646
~100VAC 50/60HzPower Source ~230V AC 50/60Hz
~120VAC 50/60Hz ~240V AC 50/60Hz
5
7
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
0100 10010010
Mid
8
CAUTION T
REMOVE COVERS O USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
EFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
R.
WARNING -T
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
W-
ARNING
5
6 6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Treble
9
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
O REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
.N .
O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIR E OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
T.
HIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
Level Effect
CAUTION
5
10
Socket provided for connecting electric guitar.
Sets the overall listening level of the clean channel.
Engages the CRUNCH channe
Sets the level of distortion within the crunch channel..
Equalization Dsp FxDsp Fx
Flange
Rotary
1
2
Chorus
Octave
2
1
4
3
2
1
Delay
Dly+Ch
Dly + Ch
Off
ATTENTION -S
MANUEL D UTILISATION POUR LA
!
CONNECTION HAUT PARLEURS
AVIS -R
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION -D
CORDON D ALIMENTATION AVANT
.
TOUTE INTERVENTION
1
2
2
Rev+ChRev + Ch
Reverb
1
CD / Line
’
ISQUE DE CHOC
’
In
12
E REFERER AU
-.
EBRANCHER LE
.
.
Foot
Switch
13
7
8
9
Designed in the UK by BLT Industries LTD.
Head
Phones
1411
1
0
Power
5
6
MASTER VOLUME:
MAX BUTTON:
Controls the overall listening level of the overdrive channel.
Engages the MAX feature. This provides a scooped EQ boost to the
signal giving the amplifier a very unique distortion tone......try it out!
7
8
9
10
BASS:
MIDDLE:
TREBLE:
EFFECTS LEVEL:
Controls the low frequency EQ in the preamplifier.
Controls the mid frequency EQ in the preamplifier.
Controls the high frequency EQ in the preamplifier.
Sets the overall level of the effect selected. The level control should
be used to get the desired blend between the “DRY” signal - no effect and the “WET”
signal - with effects..
11
DIGITAL X FACTOR EFFECTS:
Selects one of the fifteen onboard effects. See the
effects description in the MXD15 section .
12
13
CD/LINE INPUT:
FOOTSWITCH:
Sockets for connection of external CD player.
Socket for connection of FS2 footswitch allowing remote switching of
X-Factor effects and channel status.
14
HEAD PHONES:
Socket for connecting external headphones. Connecting headphones
automatically isolates the internal speaker.
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MXD 65
5
1
2
3
4
Input
5
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
100
Clean
Volume
2
1
3
GUITAR INPUT:
CLEAN VOLUME:
BASS:
Controls the low frequency EQ in the preamplifier for the clean channel.
MIDDLE:
EqualizationEqualization
55
5
5
6
4
3
On!
2
1
0
Crunch
Factor
4
5 6
7
6
4
3
7
8
2
9
1
10 0 10
Master
Volume
8 13 1511 16
55
44
33
7
8
22
9
11
BassBass
Max
9
10 12
66
44
33
77
88
22
99
11
00 1010 00 1001010 00 1010
MidMid
66 6
44
33
77
88
22
99
11
TrebleTreble
18
Dsp FxDsp Fx
Flange
RotaryRotary
1
2
Octave
55
66
Chorus
5
4
2
1
7
3
77
88
99
1
2
Reverb
1
4
8
2
9
1
Level
DelayDelay
3
2
1
Off
Effect
14
Rev+ChRev + Ch
Dly+Ch
Dly + Ch
2
CD / Line
Line
Line
Foot
Switch
Out
In
Out
17
19
Socket provided for connecting electric guitar.
Sets the overall listening level of the clean channel.
Controls the mid frequency EQ in the preamplifier for the clean channel.
1
0
Power
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
TREBLE:
CRUNCH FACTOR ON!:
CRUNCH FACTOR:
MASTER VOLUME:
MAX BUTTON:
signal giving the amplifier a very unique distortion tone......try it out!
BASS:
MIDDLE:
TREBLE:
EFFECTS LEVEL:
be used to get the desired blend between the “DRY” signal - no effect and the “WET”
Controls the high frequency EQ in the preamplifier for the clean channel.
Engages the CRUNCH channel
Sets the level of distortion within the crunch channel..
Controls the overall listening level of the overdrive channel.
Engages the MAX feature. This provides a scooped EQ boost to the
Controls the low frequency EQ in the distorted signal.
Controls the mid frequency EQ in the
Controls the high frequency EQ in the
distorted signal.
distorted signal.
Sets the overall level of the effect selected. The level control should
signal - with effects..
14
15
16
DIGITAL X FACTOR EFFECTS:
effects description in the MXD15 section .
CD/LINE INPUT:
FOOTSWITCH:
Sockets for connection of external CD player.
Socket for connection of FS2 footswitch allowing remote switching of
X-Factor effects and channel status.
Selects one of the fifteen onboard effects. See the
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17
18
19
LINE OUT:
power be required. The output of this socket should be connected to a line level
compatible input on the additional amplifier - such as an effects return socket, or when
using a mixing desk - directly into the line input on the channel strip.
EXTERNAL LOUDSPEAKER:
cabinet. Please ensure that the addition speaker or cabinets has a total impedance of no
lower than 8 Ohms.
HEAD PHONES:
automatically isolates the internal speaker.
Socket for connecting to an additional amplifier or PA system should more
Socket provided for connecting to an additional speaker
Socket for connecting external headphones. Connecting headphones
In the interest of continuing product development BLT Industries reserves the right to change specification without prior notice.
BLT Industries LTD.,
Newlyn Road
Cradley Heath
West Midlands
B64 6BE
Tel: (00 44) (0)1384 633821
Fax: (00 44) (0)1384 639186
Web Site http:/www.laney.co.uk
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