
Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
28.07.2014, ID: 147171

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features and scope of delivery ........................................................................................................ 14
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 Pin assignment.................................................................................................................................. 16
4.2 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 19
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 20
6 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 26
7 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 29
8 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 30
9 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 31
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10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 33
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search
Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service
If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
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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.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for amplification and playback of signals from musical
instruments and microphones. Use the unit only as described in this manual. Any other use or
use under other operating 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.
Intended use
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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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐
cient ear protectors.
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NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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.
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NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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3 Features and scope of delivery
Special features of this four-channel keyboard combo:
n 80 watt RMS output power
n Built-in spring reverb, foot-switchable (FS not included)
n 1 × MIC input (XLR, balanced) and 1 × LINE input (1/4" phone socket) per channel
n Volume, tone and reverb control per channel
n 2 additional CD/Tape in and outputs
n Master section with 3-band EQ
n External effects loop
n 12" Celestion speakers and tweeter
n Integrated tripod mounting flange
n Incl. casters and pull-out handle
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that 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.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible highquality cables for all connections.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic fields
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external
magnetic field.
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4.1 Pin assignment
You can use XLR plugs with balanced or unbalanced wiring. In the following, we will give you
an overview of the various options.
Balanced XLR mounting sockets are used for signal inputs. Drawing and table indicate the XLR
pin assignment for plugs to be used.
Balanced wiring:
1 Ground, shielding
2 Positive signal (+)
3 Negative signal (–)
XLR connections for signal
inputs
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Unbalanced wiring:
1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal
3 Bridged to pin 1
Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of a 1/4" phone jack to be used.
TS jack, unbalanced:
1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding
1/4" phone sockets for signal
inputs
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TRS jack, unbalanced:
1 Signal
2, 3 Ground, shielding
TRS jack, balanced:
1 (Tip) Positive signal (+)
2 (Ring) Negative signal (–)
3 (Sleeve) Ground, shielding
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4.2 Tips on handling speakers
We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐
ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound
will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Always use high grade cable to connect your equipment. Otherwise you won't reach max‐
imum sound quality.
For optimum results both impedance and power handling of the speakers must match the
requirements of the amplifier. Always follow the technical specifications of the speakers! The
overall impedance of the connected loudspeakers must not deceed the minimum output
impedance of the amp. The amps max. RMS output power should be 50 % above the power
handling capacity of the connected speakers.
If you notice distortion during operation, either the amp or the speaker is overloaded. This may
permanently damage the amp or the speaker. Always reduce the volume when you hear dis‐
tortion.
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5 Connections and operating elements
Top panel
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1 [Tone]
Tone control to set the desired sound in the respective channel.
2 [Reverb]
Reverb control to adjust the reverb level in the respective channel.
3 [Mic]
Low-impedance XLR microphone input, balanced.
4 [Line]
High-impedance 1/4" line input, unbalanced.
5 [Volume]
Volume control to set the desired volume in the respective channel.
6 [Low]
Bass control of the 3-band master EQ.
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7 [Mid]
Mids control of the 3-band master EQ.
8 [High]
Treble control of the 3-band master EQ.
9 [Power On]
This indicator lights up when the unit is switched on.
10 [Tape]
Use this control to set the playback volume for the CD/TAPE input signals.
11 [Foot Switch]
Here you can connect a foot switch (not supplied) with a 1/4" phone jack to switch the internal reverb function on or
off.
12 [Aux Input]
Unbalanced AUX input to feed in additional signals. If you route the effect signal from the 'Effects Send' output (13)
into an external effects device, connect its outlet to the 'Aux Input' to lead the processed signal back into the signal
path.
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13 [Effects Send]
This outlet provides the combined effect signal that is tapped from the channels with the [Reverb] controls (2).
14 [Main Output]
Use this outlet to feed the line level master signal into e.g. an external power amp.
15 [Reverb]
Use this control to set the overall reverb level.
16 [Volume]
Use this control to set the volume of the master signal.
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Rear panel
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17 [Power]
Use this mains switch to turn the device on or off.
18 [CD/Tape Rec]
Use these connections to record the line out signal of the device with a tape device or the like.
19 [CD/Tape Play]
Here you can connect the line output of tape devices, CD or MP3 players for additional audio input.
20 [External Speaker]
1/4" phone socket for the connection of external speaker boxes.
21 [IEC chassis connector and fuse holder]
Mains power connection for voltage supply with fuse holder beneath.
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6 Operation
Connect microphones to the low-impedance XLR inputs [Mic] or to the high-impedance 1/4"
inputs [Line].
Connect musical instruments to the 1/4" inputs [Line].
If desired, connect one or more speaker boxes via a suitable speaker cable to the
[External Speaker] socket on the rear panel of the unit. The overall impedance of the connected
load must not come below 8 Ω. Otherwise, the device will be overloaded.
Use the RCA sockets [CD/Tape Play] on the rear panel of the unit to connect a CD player or tape
devices for additional inputs.
Use the RCA sockets [CD/Tape Rec] on the rear panel of the unit to connect recording devices
or the like.
The unbalanced [Main Output] socket provides the master signal with line level. Here you may
connect a power amp for additional amplification.
The unbalanced [Effects Send] socket provides the combined effect signal that is tapped from
the channels with the [Reverb] controls. Here you can connect an external effects device,
which then takes over the signal processing instead of the built-in reverb function.
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If you route the effect signal from the [Effects Send] output into an external effects device, con‐
nect its outlet to the [Aux Input] to lead the processed signal back into the signal path.
You can connect a foot switch (not supplied) to the two-pole [FOOT SW] socket to turn the
internal reverb function on or off.
Connect the mains power connection via the supplied mains cable to an earthed mains power
wall outlet to supply the device with operating voltage.
When all connections are completed, turn on the [POWER] switch. The [Power On] LED then
lights up.
You can adjust the volume of the individual signals with the [Volume] controls in each channel.
The overall volume is set by the [Volume] control in the master section.
Turn the [Tone] control to shape the sound of the individual signals in each channel. There is
an additional 3-band EQ with [Low], [Mid] and [High] controls for the overall signal in the
master section.
You can set the reverb level for each channel separately with the [Reverb] controls. The overall
reverb level can be adjusted using the [Reverb] control in the master section.
Use the [Tape] control to adjust the playback volume of the device connected to the
[CD/Tape Play] sockets.
Turning on
Adjusting sound and volume
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If you no longer want to use the device, turn it off with the [POWER] switch. The [Power On] LED
then turns off.
Turning off
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7 Cleaning
Do not use aggressive cleaners. Wipe the casing only with a slightly damp cloth.Cleaning plastic housing
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8 Troubleshooting
In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you
some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:
Symptom Remedy
The unit does not work, no sound,
no indicator lights up.
Check the mains connection and the main fuse.
Disconnect the device from the mains power supply.
Open the fuse holder beneath the IEC chassis connector
(21) and check the fuse. If it's blown, replace it by a new
fuse with same specifications. Refit the fuse holder cap
and reconnect the device to the mains power supply.
If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You
can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
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9 Technical specifications
Output power 80 watt RMS
Input impedance MIC inputs
1 kΩ
LINE inputs
10 kΩ
CD/Tape input
10 kΩ
Maximum gain MIC inputs 76 dB
LINE inputs 56 dB
CD/Tape input 42 dB
Channel tone control
±15 dB @ 5 kHz
Master section EQ Treble
±15 dB @ 10 kHz
Mids
±15 dB @ 1 kHz
Bass
±15 dB @ 100 Hz
Protection circuitry Power-on delay 2 seconds
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Dimensions (W × H × D) 500 × 620 × 320 mm
Weight 19.0 kg
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10 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 of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose of 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 the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of your old device
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de