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California TrueTone
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user manual
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0)9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
18.10.2012
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Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety notes.................................................................................................................................................. 6
3 Instructions for use................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Components and functions................................................................................................................ 10
5 Technical data........................................................................................................................................... 13
6 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 14
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General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates an immediate dangerous situation
that will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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Safety notes
Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other oper‐
ating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property
damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
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NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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Instructions for use
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Handle the device with care.
Do not try to disassemble or repair the device yourself in the unlikely event that it does not
work.
Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean the device.
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Components and functions
1 IN
Input jack for standard ¼-inch guitar cable
2 LED lights when the effect pedal is used. When the LED is off or dim while the effect
pedal is used, replace the battery.
3 Bypass pedal
4 OUT
Output jack: Using a standard ¼-inch guitar cable you can plug in another pedal
from this jack or plug directly into your amplifier
5 DC 9V
Power adapter. When the power adapter is used, the battery supply is cut off auto‐
matically.
6 LOW
adjusts the low frequencies.
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7 MID
adjusts the mid frequencies.
8 HIGH
adjusts the high frequencies.
9 LEVEL
adjusts the output level.
10 VOICE
adjusts frequency response and distortion. In combination with DRIVE, it can simu‐
late many kinds of amplifiers.
11 DRIVE
adjusts the degree of distortion.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible highquality cables for all connections.
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You can either use a 9 V battery or the DC 9 V connection for an external power supply. Before
connecting, check for correct polarity.
When you do not use the pedal unplug the instrument cable from the input jack. Otherwise,
the battery will be discharged.
To insert or change the battery, disconnect a possibly used power adapter from the mains
socket. Turn the pedal over, press lightly on the battery compartment cover and slide it down‐
wards in the direction of the arrow. Remove the back cover. Insert/replace the 9 V DC battery
paying attention to the polarity markings and place the cover again into its original position
until it locks.
Power supply
Changing the battery
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Technical data
Input impedance
1 MΩ
Output impedance
1 kΩ
Current consumption 3.8 mA
Power supply 9 V battery (6F22)
9 V power adaptor, inner contact = negative pole
48 V phantom power
Dimensions (L × W × H) 120 mm × 97 mm × 55 mm (4.72 in. × 3.82 in. × 2.17 in.)
Weight 390 g (0.86 lbs)
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Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of batteries
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This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose the device with
your normal household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of your old device
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de
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