Harley Benton 256804 Crunch Distortion User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- Harley Benton
Table of Contents
Harley Benton 256804 Crunch Distortion
Product Information
- The product is a Crunch Distortion effect pedal designed for the sound processing of signals from musical instruments with electromagnetic pickups. It features controls for gain, volume, and tone, as well as a true bypass foot switch for enabling or disabling the pedal function. The pedal has input and output 1/4 jack sockets for connecting instruments and an amplifier. It can be powered by an external power supply with 9V DC or by batteries.
- The device should be used in accordance with the safety instructions provided to prevent personal injury or property damage. It is important to dispose of plastic bags and packaging properly to avoid choking hazards for children. Children should not detach any small parts from the product as they could swallow them. Electrical devices should never be used by children unsupervised.
- When using an external power supply, ensure that the input voltage matches the device’s voltage rating and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. It is recommended to unplug the external power supply during electrical storms or when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
- Inserting batteries with incorrect polarity may damage the device or batteries, so proper polarity should be observed. Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage, so it is advised to remove batteries if the device will not be used for an extended period.
- The product is suitable for general handling but should not be exposed to liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners, or flammable cleaning agents.
- For detailed usage instructions, refer to the user manual available for download on the product website.
Product Usage Instructions
- Connect your instrument to the IN 1/4 jack socket on the pedal.
- Connect the OUT 1/4 jack socket on the pedal to an amplifier.
- If using an external power supply, connect the DC 9V input on the pedal to the power supply using the appropriate cable.
- If using batteries, ensure proper polarity and insert them into the device.
- Adjust the GAIN control clockwise to increase the degree of distortion.
- Adjust the VOLUME control clockwise to increase the output level.
- Use the TONE control to adjust the tone of the processed signal.
- Use the TRUE BYPASS foot switch to enable or disable the pedal function.
- Monitor the LED indicator. If it is off or dim while using the effects pedal, it indicates that the battery needs to be replaced.
For further instructions and detailed information, please refer to the user manual available for download on the product website.
Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide contains important information on the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the quick start guide for future reference. If you pass the product on to others please include this quick start guide.
Safety instructions
Intended use:
This device is intended to be used for sound processing of signals from
musical in-struments with electromagnetic pickups. 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.
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 from the product. They could swallow
the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electri-cal devices.
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 current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to
the device and possibly the user. Unplug the external power supply be-fore
electrical storms occur and when the device is unused for long peri-ods of
time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
**** Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the
batteries. En-sure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
Possible damage by leaking batteries
**** Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take bat-
teries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
Where to use the product
Never use the product
- in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
- in extremely dusty or dirty areas
- at locations where the unit can become wet
General handling
- To prevent damage, never use force when handling the product.
- Never immerse the product in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or flammable cleaning agents.
Features
- Effects pedal for electric guitars
- Distortion
- Gain, Tone and Volume controls
- Power supply via 9-V block battery (not included, item no. 417473) or power adapter (not included, item no. 409939)
Controls and connections
- GAIN: Turn the input gain control clockwise to increase the degree of distortion.
- DC 9V: Connection for the external power supply with 9 V DC. When an external power supply is used, the battery supply is cut off automatically.
- VOLUME: Volume control. Turn the control clockwise to increase the output level
- TONE: Tone control
- IN: 1/4″ jack socket to connect instruments
- TRUE BYPASS: Foot switch for enabling or disabling the pedal function
- This LED lights when the effects pedal is used. When the LED is off or dim while the effects pedal is used, the battery is exhausted and must be replaced
- OUT: 1/4″ jack socket to connect an amplifier
Technical specifications
- Input connections: Socket for power adapter 1/4″ jack socket
- Input impedance: 500 kΩ
- Output connections: 1/4″ jack socket
- Output impedance: 10 kΩ
- Current consumption: 8 mA
- Power supply: External power adapter, 100 – 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
- Power adapter:
- Secondary current 200 mA
- Secondary voltage 9 V
- Polarity centre negative
- Battery: 9-V block battery
- Degree of protection: IP20
- Dimensions: (W × H × D) 72 mm × 55 mm × 120 mm
- Weight: 290 g
- Ambient conditions:
- Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
- Relative humidity 20 %…80 %
- (non-condensing)
A detailed user manual is available to download on the product website on our homepage www.thomann.de.
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 mark-ings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the batter-ies according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the envi-ronment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose of your old device with your normal house-hold waste. Dispose of this product through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. Comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Thomann GmbH • Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 • 96138 Burgebrach • www.thomann.de • info@thomann.de
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