Harley Benton HB-80R LEMONIDES Music Store User Manual

Harley Benton HB-80R LEMONIDES Music Store

Product Information

• Product Name: HB-80R
• Guitar Combo Model: HB-80R
• Date of Manual: 18.08.2022
• Manual ID: 152541 (V6) Table of

Contents

• General Information
• Further information
• Notational conventions
• Symbols and signal words
• Safety Instructions
• General Information

The HB-80R Guitar Combo is a device designed for amplification and playback of signals from musical instruments with electromagnetic pickups. It is important to note that any other use or use under different operating conditions is considered improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. The device should only be used by individuals with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities, as well as the corresponding knowledge and experience. For personal consultation or assistance, please contact the technical hotline or customer service. Notational Conventions: The manual uses the following notational conventions: – Connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics, e.g., [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Symbols and Signal Words:
The manual uses symbols and signal words to indicate important information:

• DANGER!: Indicates an immediate dangerous situation that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
• CAUTION!: Indicates a possible dangerous situation that could result in minor injury if not avoided.

NOTICE!: Indicates a possible dangerous situation that could result in material and environmental damage if not avoided.

Safety Instructions

The safety instructions provide important guidelines for the proper and safe use of the HB-80R Guitar Combo. Some key safety instructions include:

• The device should only be used for its intended purpose of amplification and playback of signals from musical instruments with electromagnetic pickups. Any other use is considered improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
• Only individuals with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities, as well as the corresponding knowledge and experience, should use the device. Others should be supervised or instructed by a responsible person.
• Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, and small parts (e.g., knobs) are disposed of properly and kept out of reach of children to prevent choking hazards.
• High voltages may be present inside the device, so never remove any covers. The device should not be used if covers, protectors, or optical components are missing or damaged.

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Connect your musical instrument with an electromagnetic pickup to the HB-80R Guitar Combo using the appropriate cable.
2. Make sure that all covers, protectors, and optical components are intact and in place before using the device.
3. Turn on the power switch located on the device.
4. Adjust the volume using the [VOLUME] control.
5. Use other controls and buttons, marked by square brackets and italics, to adjust various settings according to your preference.
6. For detailed technical information and terms, refer to the online guides available on our website (www.thomann.de).
7. In case of any issues or problems with the device, please contact our customer service for assistance.

Please refer to the complete user manual for detailed instructions, safety precautions, and additional information.

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
18.08.2022, ID: 152541 (V6)

General information

This user manual contains important information on the 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 another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points:

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.

Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:

Letterings
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

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.

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 possible dangerous situation that can result in minor 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
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| Warning – high-voltage.
| Warning – danger zone.

Safety instructions

Intended use
This device amplifies electric audio frequency signals to operate passive speakers. Use the device only as described in this user 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.

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.

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. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a protective 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 registered electrician.

CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter.
‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature fluctuations and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to temperature fluctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.

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.

NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse
The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used.

Features

Special features of the device

• Output power 65 watt
• 1 × 12″ Celestion speaker
• Two channels (selectable)
• Effects loop
• Built-in reverb effect
• Inputs
  • Aux
  • Footswitch
• Outputs
  • Headphones
  • Speaker
  • Line
• Standby function

Installation and starting up

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

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.

Connections and controls

Front panel

1| [INPUT] | 1/4″ jack socket to connect your instrument. You can also connect other active signal sources like CD or MP3 players, keyboards, mixers etc. to this input.
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2| [GAIN] | control to adjust the preamp gain of the signal in channel 1
3| [VOICE] | control to adjust the tone colour of the signal in channel 1
4| [BASS] | control to adjust the bass in channel 1
5| [TREBLE] | control to adjust the treble in channel 1
6| [VOLUME] | control to adjust the volume in channel 1
7| [CHANNEL SELECT] | toggle switch to enable channel 1 or channel 2. The LED of the active channel lights permanently during operation.
8| [GAIN ON] | toggle switch to enable the preamplifier (gain) in channel 2
9| [GAIN] | control to adjust the preamp gain of the signal in channel 2
11| [BASS] | control to adjust the bass in channel 2
12| [MIDDLE] | control to adjust the mids in channel 2
13| [VOLUME] | control to adjust the volume in channel 2
14| [REVERB] | control to adjust the reverb effect (channel 1 and 2)
15| Aux input for connecting an MP3 or CD player (3.5 mm mini jack socket)
16| Headphones output (3.5 mm mini phone socket). When you connect headphones, the internal speakers are automatically muted.
17| [LINE OUT] | output (3.5 mm mini jack socket) for connecting an external amplifier or recording device
18| [POWER] | main switch. Turns the device on and off.
19| Status indicator channel 1 | this LED lights during operation when channel 1 is activated.
20| Gain indicator | this LED lights during operation when the preamp of channel 2 is activated.
21| Status indicator channel 2 | this LED lights during operation when channel 2 is activated.
22| Standby indicator | If there is no signal at the instruments input [INPUT] for 30 minutes, the device will automatically enter standby mode (LED green). As soon as the device receives a signal again at the instruments input [INPUT], the device automatically switches back to normal mode (LED red).

Rear panel

jack socket). The impedance of the external speaker must be at least 8 Ω.
26| [FX SEND | RETURN] | Input and output jack sockets for looping in an effects device (effects loop) (1/4″ jack sockets).

Technical specifications

80 W (RMS) @ 4 Ω (only with external connected external speaker)
Frequency range| 50 Hz to 8 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio| 68 dB
Total harmonic distortion (THD)| 0.6 %
Power consumption| max. 120 W
Supply voltage| 230 V   50 Hz
Fuse| 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 560 mm × 510 mm × 310 mm
Weight| 15.5 kg
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C|
Relative humidity| 20 %…80 % (non-condensing)|

Further information

Plug and connection assignment

Introduction
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a  short circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!

Balanced and unbalanced transmission
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hifi use. Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is transmitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conductors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase- shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise interference.

1/4″ TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced)

Three-pole 1/8″ mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced)

Cleaning

Device components
Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning frequency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components.

• Clean with a dry soft cloth.
• Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth.
• Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning.

Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging material
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.

Disposal of your old device
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. 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.
HB-80R
Guitar Combo

References

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