CARVIN R600 Red Line Series Bass Amplifier User Manual

CARVIN R600 Red Line Series Bass Amplifier

Product Information

• This product is equipped with a warning symbol that alerts the user to the presence of dangerous voltage within the enclosure, which may pose a risk of electric shock.
• It is important to read and follow the operating and maintenance instructions provided in the accompanying literature.
• The appliance should not be used near water or in wet environments to prevent electrical hazards.
• Only connect the product to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
• Ensure proper grounding or polarization to prevent any safety issues.
• Route power cords in a way that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by objects.
• Do not attempt to service the appliance beyond what is described in the operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.
• If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace the fuse only with the same type as indicated on the unit.
• Follow the safety instructions provided for European users regarding the color coding of AC power cord conductors.
• Do not insert a damaged or cut main plug into a power socket.
• Avoid spilling liquids or allowing foreign matter inside the unit. Clean the panel with a dry or slightly damp cloth to remove dust.
• Avoid prolonged use in caustic environments, such as salt air, and ensure adequate protection for the amplifier.
• Refer to the replacement parts list for R600 model for servicing purposes.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Keep the product away from water and wet environments, such as bathrooms, kitchens, or swimming pools.
2. Connect the product only to a compatible power supply as described in the operating instructions or marked on the appliance.
3. Ensure proper grounding and polarization during installation.
4. Route power cords in a way that prevents them from being walked on or pinched.
5. Do not attempt to service the appliance beyond what is described in the operating instructions. Contact qualified service personnel for any servicing needs.
6. If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle and requires fuse replacement, use the same type of fuse indicated on the unit.
7. Follow the safety instructions provided for European users regarding the color coding of AC power cord conductors.
8. Avoid inserting damaged or cut main plugs into power sockets.
9. Keep the unit clean by wiping the panel with a dry or slightly damp cloth to remove dust.
10. Avoid using the product in caustic environments, such as those with salt air. Provide adequate protection for the amplifier if used in such environments.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the pres-ence of uninsulated “dan-gerous voltage” within the This symbol is intended to alert the user to the pres-ence of uninsulated “dan-gerous voltage” within the

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc-tions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

• WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
• POWER SOURCES: The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
• GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polar-ization is not defeated.
• POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
• SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
• FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse. Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (EUROPEAN)

The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code. GREEN & YELLOW—Earth BLUE—Neutral BROWN—Live U.K. MAIN PLUG WARNING: Amolded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. NEVER UNDER A N YC I R C U M S TANCES SHOULD YOU INSERTA D A M A G E D OR CUTMAIN PLUG INTO APOWER SOCKET.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Carvin product is guaranteed against failure for 1 YEAR unless otherwise stated. C a rvin will service and supply all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is under warranty. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. CARVIN DOES NOT PAY FOR PA RTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIG-INAL INVOICE IS REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WA R R A N T Y. Carvin assumes no respon-sibility for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for damage due to: natural disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts, lack of reasonable care, incorrect use, or failure to follow instructions. This war-ranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for Carvin any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of Carvin products. CARVIN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CON-SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. When RETURNING merchandise to the factory, you may call for a return authoriza-tion number. Describe in writing each problem. If your unit is out of warranty, you will be charged the current FLAT RATE for parts and labor to bring your unit up to fac-tory specifications.

MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT
Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any other foreign matter inside the unit. The panel of your unit can be wiped from time to time with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order to remove dust and bring back the new look. As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in caustic environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the ampli-fier is adequately protected by rack, covers, etc.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR R600

80-40628 R600 Driver & Output

PCB REF DESCRIPTION PART #

• A1 5532 Op Amp 60-55320
• A2 5532 Op Amp 60-55320
• A3 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A5 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A6 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A7 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A8 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A9 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A10 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A11 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A12 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A13 5532 Op Amp 60-55320
• A14 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A15 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A16 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A200 5532 Op Amp 60-55320
• A300 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A301 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A302 4558 Op Amp 60-45580
• A400 5532 Op Amp 60-55320
• BR1 Diode Bridge Rectifier 60-35041
• C1 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0068μF, 100V 46-68212
• C2 Capacitor, Ceramic, 120pF, 500V 45-12152
• C3 Capacitor, Ceramic, 120pF, 500V 45-12152
• C4 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.1μF, 100V 46-10412
• C5 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C6 Capacitor, Ceramic, 39pF, 500V 45-39052
• C7 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C8 Capacitor, Ceramic, 560pF, 500V 45-56152
• C9 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.1μF, 100V 46-10412
• C10 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C11 Capacitor, Ceramic, 560pF, 500V 45-56152
• C12 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C13 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0022μF, 100V 46-22212
• C14 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C15 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C16 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0033μF, 100V 46-33212
• C17 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0033μF, 100V 46-33212
• C18 Capacitor, Ceramic, 39pF, 500V 45-39052
• C19 Capacitor, Ceramic, 120pF, 500V 45-12152
• C23 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C27 Capacitor, Ceramic, 39pF, 500V 45-39052
• C28 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C29 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C30 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C31 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C32 Capacitor, Ceramic, 120pF, 500V 45-12152
• C33 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C34 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C35 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.001μF, 100V 46-10212
• C37 Capacitor, Tant, 1μF, 35V 48-01031
• C38 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C39 Capacitor, Tant, 1μF, 35V 48-01031
• C40 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C41 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.22μF, 100V 41-22412
• C42 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C43 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.1μF, 100V 46-10412
• C44 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0068μF, 100V 46-68212
• C45 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.068μF, 100V 46-68312
• C46 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0033μF, 100V 46-33212
• C47 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.033μF, 100V 46-33312
• C48 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0022μF, 100V 46-22212
• C49 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C50 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.001μF, 100V 46-10212
• C51 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C52 Capacitor, Ceramic, 680pF, 500V 45-68152
• C53 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0068μF, 100V 46-68212
• C54 Capacitor, Ceramic, 560pF, 500V 45-56152
• C55 Capacitor, Ceramic, 56pF, 500V 45-56052
• C57 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C58 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C59 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C60 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C61 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.022μF, 100V 46-22312
• C62 Capacitor, Ceramic, 120pF, 500V 45-12152
• C64 Capacitor, Ceramic, 39pF, 500V 45-39052
• C67 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.033μF, 100V 46-33312
• C68 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C69 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.1μF, 100V 46-10412
• C73 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C74 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C75 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C76 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C77 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C79 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C83 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.0022μF, 100V 46-22212
• C84 Capacitor, Ceramic, 680pF, 500V 45-68152
• C85 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C88 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C89 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C121 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.068μF, 100V 46-68312
• C215 Capacitor, Ceramic, 27pF, 500V 45-27052
• C216 Capacitor, Ceramic, 56pF, 500V 45-56052
• C217 Capacitor, Ceramic, 250pF, 500V 45-25152
• C218 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C219 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C220 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.001μF, 100V 46-10212
• C221 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.068μF, 100V 46-68312
• C310 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C312 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C313 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C315 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C316 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C317 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C318 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 470μF 25V 47-47125
• C415 Capacitor, Ceramic, 27pF, 500V 45-27052
• C416 Capacitor, Ceramic, 56pF, 500V 45-56052
• C417 Capacitor, Mylar, 250pF, 500V 45-25152
• C418 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10μF, 63V 47-10061
• C419 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.01μF, 100V 46-10312
• C420 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.001μF, 100V 46-10212
• C501 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10,000μF, 63V 42-10363
• C502 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10,000μF, 63V 42-10363
• C503 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 1000μF 35V 47-10235
• C504 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 1000μF 35V 47-10235
• C505 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C506 Capacitor, Mylar, 0.047μF, 100V 46-47312
• C507 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 220μF, 50V 47-22151
• C517 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 470F, 25V 47-47125
• C520 Capacitor, Electrolytic, 220pF, 50V 47-22151
• C572 Capacitor, Electrolytic , 47μF, 63V 47-47061
• D1 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D2 Diode, 1N914, HI Speed 61-19140
• D3 LED, small Green 60-75330
• D4 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D5 LED, small Yellow 60-75340
• D9 Diode, 1N914, HI Speed 61-19140
• D10 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D11 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D12 Diode, 1N914, HI Speed 61-19140
• D13 Diode, 1N914, HI Speed 61-19140
• D14 Diode, 1N914, HI Speed 61-19140
• D103 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D106 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D107 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D108 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D203 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D204 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D205 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D206 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D207 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D208 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D209 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D214 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D310 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D311 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D312 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D404 LED, small Red 60-75320
• D409 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D414 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D501 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D502 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D503 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D504 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D505 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D506 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• D520 Diode, 1N4003, 1A 200V 61-40030
• H1A Header, 4 Pin AMP 23-08604
• H1B Header, 4 Pin AMP 23-08604
• H2-A Header, 10 Pin SHS Vert 23-11010
• H2-B Header, 10 Pin SHS Vert 23-11010
• H2A Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H2B Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H3-B Header, 10 Pin SHS Vert 23-11010
• H3A Header, 10 Pin SHS Vert 23-11010
• H4-A Header, 8 Pin SHS Vert 23-11008
• H4-B Header, 8 Pin SHS Vert 23-11008
• H5 Header, 2 Pin Panduit Vert 23-10002
• H5-A Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H5-B Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H6-A Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H6-B Header, 4 Pin SHS Vert 23-11004
• H6A Header, 4 Pin Vert 23-08604
• H6B Header, 4 Pin Vert 23-08604
• H7 Header, AMP 9 Pin 23-08609
• H8 Header, 2 Pin Panduit Vert 23-10002
• H9 Header, 2 Pin Panduit Vert 23-10002
• H10 Not Used
• J1 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3 Pin Plastic, 24mm 21-06453
• J2 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3 Pin Plastic, 24mm 21-06453
• J3 Stereo Jack, 1/4”, 7 Pin Plastic, 24mm 21-06457
• J4 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J5 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J6 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J7 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J8 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J9 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J10 Jack XLR Male, Neutr 21-40001
• J11 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J12 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J13 Stereo Jack, 1/4”, 5Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50545
• J102 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• J202 Mono Jack, 1/4”, 3Pin Rean, 24mm 21-50345
• K100 Relay 24V12A SPDT 70-05712
• K200 Relay 24V12A SPDT 70-05712
• L100 Inductor, 3.3μH, Air Core 15-00165
• L200 Inductor, 3.3μH, Air Core 15-00165
• OP1 Opto Isolator, VTL5C2 60-50253
• P1 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P2 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P3 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P4 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P5 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P6 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P7 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P8 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P9 Pot, 16, 15C50Kx2, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm72-16503
• P10 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P11 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P12 Pot, 16, B50K, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm 71-16501
• P13 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P14 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P15 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P16 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P17 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P18 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P19 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P20 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P21 Fader B10K C30m15 71-10331
• P23 Pot, 16, 15C50Kx2, D-shaft, Vert. 15mm72-16503
• P101 Pot, Trimmer 500W, Vert 71-24500
• P201 Pot, Trimmer 500W, Vert 71-24500
• Q1 Transistor, Darlington NPN, MPSA14 60-00014
• Q2 J175, TO-92, JFETP-Channel 60-17500
• Q3 J175, TO-92, JFETP-Channel 60-17500
• Q4 J175, TO-92, JFETP-Channel 60-17500
• Q5 J175, TO-92, JFETP-Channel 60-17500
• Q7 Transistor, Darlington NPN, MPSA14 60-00014
• Q8 Transistor, Darlington NPN, MPSA14 60-00014
• Q101 Transistor, TIP31C NPN, 3A 100V 60-31000
• Q102 Transistor, MPSW42 NPN, HV 1.0W 60-00042
• Q103 Transistor, CENW92, HV PNP, 1.0W 60-00092
• Q104 Transistor, MJE15033 PNP, 3A 100V 60-15033
• Q105 Transistor, MJE15032 NPN, 3A 100V 60-15032
• Q106 Transistor, TIP31C NPN, 3A 100V 60-31000
• Q107 Transistor, MJL21194 NPN, 200W 60-21194
• Q108 Transistor, MJL21194 NPN, 200W 60-21194
• Q109 N/U
• Q110 Transistor, MJL21193 PNP, 200W 60-21193
• Q111 Transistor, MJL21193 PNP, 200W 60-21193
• Q112 N/U
• Q114 Transistor, 2N5400 PNP 60-54000
• Q202 Transistor, MPSW42 NPN, HV 1.0W 60-00042
• Q203 Transistor, CENW92, HV PNP, 1.0W 60-00092
• Q204 Transistor, MJE15033 PNP, 3A 100V 60-15033
• Q205 Transistor, MJE15032 NPN, 3A 100V 60-15032
• Q206 Transistor, TIP31C NPN, 3A 100V 60-31000
• Q207 Transistor, MJL21194 NPN, 200W 60-21194
• Q208 Transistor, MJL21194 NPN, 200W 60-21194
• Q209 N/U
• Q210 Transistor, MJL21193 PNP, 200W 60-21193
• Q211 Transistor, MJL21193 PNP, 200W 60-21193
• Q212 N/U
• Q214 Transistor, 2N5400 PNP 60-54000
• Q301 Transistor, Darlington NPN, MPSA14 60-00014
• Q302 Transistor, 2N5400 PNP 60-54000
• Q303 Transistor, 2N5400 PNP 60-54000
• R1 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470K 50-47055
• R2 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 6.8K 50-68035
• R3 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150K 50-15055
• R4 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R5 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 6.8K 50-68035
• R6 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R7 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 180K 50-18055
• R8 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R9 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R10 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R11 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R12 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R13 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R14 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R15 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R16 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R17 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R18 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 15K 50-15045
• R19 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R20 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R21 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150K 50-15055
• R22 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R23 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R24 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R25 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150K 50-15055
• R26 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R27 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R28 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47M 50-47065
• R29 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R30 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R31 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R32 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R33 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R34 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R35 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R36 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R37 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R38 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R39 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R40 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R41 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R42 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R43 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R44 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470W 50-47025
• R45 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R46 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R47 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R48 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R49 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R50 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R51 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R53 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R54 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R55 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R56 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R57 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R58 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R59 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R60 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R61 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R62 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R63 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R64 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R65 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R66 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R67 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R68 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R69 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.4K 50-24035
• R70 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 220K 50-22055
• R71 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1.8K 50-18035
• R72 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 220K 50-22055
• R73 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1.8K 50-18035
• R74 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R75 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2K 50-20035
• R76 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R77 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.4K 50-24035
• R78 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R79 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2K 50-20035
• R80 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 360K 50-36055
• R81 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R82 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 360K 50-36055
• R83 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R84 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R85 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R86 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150K 50-15055
• R87 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R88 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R89 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R90 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R91 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R92 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R93 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R94 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R95 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R96 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R97 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R98 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R99 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R100 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R101 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R102 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R104 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R105 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150K 50-15055
• R106 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R107 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R108 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R109 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R110 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R111 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R112 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R113 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R120 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R121 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R122 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R123 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R124 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R125 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1M 50-10065
• R126 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R128 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 5.6K 50-56035
• R129 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R135 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10W 50-10015
• R137 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10W 50-10015
• R138 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R141 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 220K 50-22055
• R142 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R143 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R144 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 5W 55-05025
• R145 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 300K 50-30055
• R147 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R148 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R150 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 68K 50-68045
• R153 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R158 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R159 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 68K 50-68045
• R160 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 68K 50-68045
• R211 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150W 50-15025
• R215 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R216 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 15K 50-15045
• R217 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R218 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R219 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R220 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R221 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R222 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R223 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 680W 50-68025
• R224 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R225 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R226 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R227 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 680W 50-68025
• R228 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R229 Resistor 1/2W, ±5%, 4.7W 52-47005
• R230 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150W 50-15025
• R231 Resistor 1/2W, ±5%, 4.7W 52-47005
• R232 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R233 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R234 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R235 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R236 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 15K 50-15045
• R237 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R238 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R239 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R240 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R241 N/U
• R242 N/U
• R244 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 5W 55-05025
• R250 Resistor 2W, ±5%, 10W 54-10015
• R305 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 39K 50-39045
• R306 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 39K 50-39045
• R307 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470K 50-47055
• R308 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470K 50-47055
• R309 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R310 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R311 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 20K 50-20045
• R312 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 6.8K 50-68035
• R313 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2M 50-22065
• R314 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 20K 50-20045
• R315 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R316 N/U
• R317 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R318 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R319 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R320 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R321 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 27K 50-27045
• R322 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 5.6K 50-56035
• R323 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 470K 50-47055
• R324 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R325 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R326 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R327 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R328 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 220W 50-22025
• R329 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R331 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R411 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150W 50-15025
• R415 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 22K 50-22045
• R416 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 15K 50-15045
• R417 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R418 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 47K 50-47045
• R419 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R420 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R421 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100W 50-10025
• R422 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R423 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 680W 50-68025
• R424 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 4.7K 50-47035
• R425 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R426 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 1K 50-10035
• R427 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 680W 50-68025
• R428 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 2.2K 50-22035
• R429 Resistor 1/2W, ±5%, 4.7W 52-47005
• R430 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 150W 50-15025
• R431 Resistor 1/2W, ±5%, 4.7W 52-47005
• R432 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R433 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R434 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R435 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 0.22W 55-02205
• R436 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 15K 50-15045
• R437 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• R438 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R439 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 100K 50-10055
• R440 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 33K 50-33045
• R441 N/U
• R442 N/U
• R450 Resistor 2W, ±5%, 10W 54-10015
• R519 Resistor 5W, ±5%, 100W 55-10020
• R528 Resistor 1/4W, ±5%, 10K 50-10045
• S1 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S2 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S3 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S4 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S5 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S6 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S7 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• S9 Switch, DPDT Vert 25-02201
• U2 DIP IC, MC14049UBCP Hex Inverter 60-40490
• V1 Tube Socket, 9 Pin, 12AX7A 23-91632
• 12AX7A, Twin Triode 65-00127
• VR1 Voltage Regulator, 7815 +15V 60-78150
• Heatsink T0-220, Vert 12-57462
• VR2 Voltage Regulator, 7915 -15V 60-79150
• Heatsink T0-220, Vert 12-57462
• VR3 Voltage Regulator, 7912 -12V 60-79120
• Z1 Zener Diode, 5.1V, 1N4733A, 1W 61-04733
• FAN DC24V 80x80x25mm 42cfm 70-02408

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

R600/R1000 HEAD/RL6815 CYCLOPS /RC210 RED EYE

Congratulations on your decision to purchase the new Red Line Series bass amp. The Red line Series of products represent Carv i n ’s commitment to producing the state of the art in professional bass technology. All Red Line amplifiers offer a hybrid 12AX7 tube pre-amp which gives the player a choice of a clean or vintage sound at the turn of a knob. The light-weight and compact design is complemented by heavy duty construction perfectly suited for the rigors of road use. This manual covers the R600 and R1000 head, “Cyclops” and “Red Eye” (combo) amplifiers.

GETTING STARTED QUICKLY

If you are like most players, you probably want to plug in your new amp and get started playing right away. However, with a sophisticated amp like the R600/R1000, the setup must be right or you will experience unsatisfactory results. Before you start, be sure your amp is plugged into the correct AC voltage.

1. Plug your bass guitar into the ACTIVE (bass with preamp) or PASSIVE (bass with no battery) input jack. With your bass full on and playing hard, be sure the CLIP led next to the input jacks is not flashing (very dim flashing is OK) or preamp distortion will result. Use the ACTIVE input if your instrument continues to cause clipping.
2. The INPUT GAIN control should be set at its center “0” position. The master AMP 1 & 2 and VOLUME levels should be set at their center “5” position. If these setting are too loud, then bring all three down proportionally. However, the GAIN control should be kept at “0” for the best signal to noise performance. Note, the GAIN control does not turn the guitar off.
3. Set the COMPRESSOR & GATE to their off position. Read about their function later.
4. Set the LOW, MID SWEEP and HIGH tone controls to their off center “0” position. Adjust later after you are more familiar with the amp.
5. Set the 9 EQ bands to their “0” center positions and adjust later if needed. The EQ switch can also be used to defeat the EQ.
6. Set the guitar’s level about 1/2 and turn the master VOLUME OFF. Now, turn the amp ON and gradually raise the master VOLUME (set the input GAIN at “0” & the AMP 1 & 2 at “5”). Re-adjust the guitar and these masters according to the desired volume. If you require full output, then raise these master controls to 10. Never try to get full power by pushing the input GAIN control to its maximum and keeping the master AMP 1 & 2 and VOLUME below 5.
7. Your tone shaping should start with the PRE-SHAPE filters. You can use the tone controls and the 9-band graphic EQ as more tone variation is required. It is not recommended to add a lot of bass if the pre-shape bass filter is used especially at high levels because early clipping can occur. Use moderation when dialing in tone.
8. Use the built-in COMPRESSOR to limit peaks. This will help you to get more power from your amp.
9. Biamping the CYCLOPS combo or any large bass stacks requires careful balancing of the AMP 1 & 2 controls. These amp controls power the woofer and midrange/tweeter independently. Double check to see that the speaker’s components are plugged into the correct amp jacks. If the cables are reversed (feeding the wrong speakers), or the BRIDGE switch is inadvertently pushed in, or the front BIAMP switch or X-OVER frequency is incorrectly set, your amp will not perform correctly. Carefully checking these items will help prevent service calls.
10. Need more power? Even though the R600/R1000 is a powerful amp, adding more speakers is the only way for substantially more output. Every time you double your speakers, your acoustic output goes up by a factor of four. This is far more efficient than trying to add 4 times the power especially when speakers become less efficient when driving them harder. Bridging your amp into a 4 ohm system will give you more output. However, use caution because speakers can be be damaged from its high output. Hopefully, this will help you get started. Have fun exploring the many new features and sounds of the R600/R1000. Take your time because you’re new amp has a lot of potential if properly setup!

• RECEIVING INSPECTION —read before getting start e d
• INSPECT YOUR UNIT FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.
• SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship your unit,always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for any damage caused by improper packing.
• SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.
• SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
• RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this manual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your name and comments to us.

DESIGNED FOR TOURING
Every R600 is made from heavy-duty 16 gauge steel that is galvanized before being painted to prevent rust. All internal cabling is neatly tied and harnessed. Every circuit card is MIL SPEC, double-sided, through-hole plated, fire retardant FR-4 glass epoxy. This insures that the solder flows on the top, bottom and through each hole of every component, preventing components from shaking loose. Toroid transformers are used as they are the engineer’s choice for greater power supply current while reducing weight and magnetic “hum” fields.

R600/R1000 RED LINE SPECIFICATIONS

• For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
  • Serial No.
  • Invoice Date

12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA 92128 619-487-1600 800-854-2235 www.carvin.com

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

INPUT GROUP
Two 1/4” phone jacks are provided to accommodate both passive and active instruments. The PASSIVE input is to be used with bass guitars with standard high impedance pickups. The high impedance input offers 8db more gain than the ACTIVE input jack. The ACTIVE input is to be used with instruments that contain active electronics. The INPUT GAIN knob is used to set the input level, and the BLEND knob controls how much signal is mixed through the 12 AX 7vacuum tube. With your bass full on and the blend control set to the TUBE postition, you are able to get mild vintage tube distortion. The red CLIPLED indicates when the input is close to clipping. To avoid clipping, reduce the bass level, GAIN knob or use the ACTIVE input jack.

PRE-SHAPEEQ
The PRE-SHAPE EQ is useful for dialing up a certain sound quickly and easily. The LOW BOOST switch provides a 8dB boost at just under 80Hz. This is useful for adding some depth to the bottom end without bringing up the lower midrange. The MID SHIFT switch offers two differ-ent scooped mid selections. In the IN position the amp has a 12dB cut at 250Hz. Depressing this button raises the cut frequency to 475Hz. The HI BOOST switch offers a 6dB boost at 6kHz. This can provide good high frequency compensation when using only 15” or 18” speakers.

MAIN EQ TONE CONTROLS
The main EQ tone controls consists of a low shelving control, a sweep midrange control and a high shelving control. The LOW control provides the overall shaping of the low frequencies. The action of this control has been carefully matched to the response of the bass guitar. The MID SWEEP controls perform as a semiparametric EQ over the mid frequency range. The MIDGAIN knob provides a boosting or cutting action at a relatively narrow band of frequencies. When the EQ GAIN knob of the MID SWEEP controls is set to “0” the mid sweep will have no effect. To boost or cut a specific frequency rotate the MIDGAIN knob clockwise (right) or counter clock-wise (left) respectively. The F R E Q control knob is used to select the center frequency where the boosting or cutting will occur. The best way to become familiar with the MID SWEEP c o n-trol is to set the MIDGA IN knob at either full cut or full boost and rotate the FREQ knob over its range of frequencies. Listen to the results and experiment with different levels. The M I D S W E E P E Q is a powerful sound shaping tool which usually requires some practice to get the best results. The HIGH control knob is designed to cut or boost the high frequencies of the bass guitar. Boosting with this control is useful for bringing up the very highest harmonics of the bass, which is especially useful when slapping or popping. Note: boosting the high frequencies can result in increased hiss, especially when using tweeters. This is normal.

COMPRESSOR
The COMPRESSOR of the Red Line Series amps is designed to limit the peaks so the volume level is more constant. This allows greater power to your speakers preventing the power amps from clipping. The R600/R1000 two knob compressor with THRESHOLD and RATIO control s is more flexible and precise than a single control unit. The user can dial up the exact amount of compression desired and at what level they want the compression to begin. The THRESHOLD control knob sets the point where the compressor kicks in. In the OFF position the com- pressor has no effect on the sound. Rotating this control in the clockwise direction lowers the level where the compressor turns on. The compressor indicator LED shows when this thresh-old is obtained, thus showing when the compressor is on. The RATIO knob is used to set the amount of compression once the threshold has been reached. When this knob is swept all the way counter clockwise (left) the unit is set for a mild compression. As the knob is rotated clock-wise (right) the compression ratio increases. The range of available compression ratios is 1.3 to 1 in the full counter clockwise position and 5 to 1 in the full clockwise position. The compres-sor is interactive with the input gain knob and the volume knobs on the bass guitar itself. Lowering the volume feeding the compressor will reduce the amount of compression and raising it will result in more compression. To get a tight limiting sound which is often nice for slap style playing, set the R ATIO control to the full clockwise position and bring up the THRESHOLD knob until the desired reduction is realized.

NOISE GATE
The noise G AT E reduces the noise caused by the bass pickups. To use the GATE , mute the strings with your hand and raise the THRESHOLD control knob until the amp’s noise is turned off and the red LED illuminates. The GATE will turn the amp on as the bass is played. The noise gate senses the guitar. This alllows the INPUT GAIN and MASTER VOLUMES to be adjusted independently of the gate setting. Only your guitar affects the setting.

ELECTRONIC X-OVER
The electronic X – OVER is used to set the amp for a bi-amped configuration. When the BI – AMP / FULL RANGE selector switch is in the OUT position, the amp is in the bi-amp mode. To select the crossover frequency, rotate the FREQ control knob until the desired frequency is obtained (800 Hz is recomended). A bi-amped system allows the user greater control over the high and low frequencies of their stage rig. This allows speakers designed for specific frequencies to be utilized to their fullest potential.

GRAPHIC EQ/EFFECTS LOOP
The nine band graphic EQ has been designed with the center frequencies most requested by professional bass players. This E Q can be used to fine tune the tonal content of the amps output. Since the graphic EQ is controllable with either the optional FS 2 2 footswitch or the EQ switchon the front panel, it can be used to develop a second sound from the amp. Musicians that play more than one bass on stage will find this useful to get the sounds they desire out of each of their instruments. The footswitch selectable graphic EQ can also be useful during passages of a song when the bass needs to punch through the mix. A green LED indicator located along side of the EQ signifies when the graphic EQ is working in the amp. The yellow effect loop LED labeled EFF LOOP indicates when the effects loop is turned on.

Note: the E Q switch on the front panel overrides the SELECT switch on the footswitch. So when the graphic EQ is off on the front panel it cannot be turned on with the footswitch.

OUTPUT GROUP (AMP CONTROLS, BIAMPING & JACKS)
The output group determines how the Red Line amplifier interfaces with other gear and speak-ers. The master VOLUME control sets the overall volume level of the amp. The POWERAMP CONTROL 1 & 2 knobs control the final volume to the individual amps. These are used to bal-ance the low and high cabinets when bi- amping or stereo signals. To set the balance in a bi-amped rig, bring up the AMP 1 (LOW FREQ) knob until the desired volume level is reached. Now bring up the AMP 2 (HIGH FREQ) knob until the desired balance between the lows and highs is met. If the VOLUME control is at its maximum position and more volume is needed,

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

R600/R1000 BI-AMP HOOK UP
The R600/R1000 bass amp contains two separate (stereo) power amplifiers. This makes it possible to run a full Bi-amped rig directly off of your R600/R1000. The AMP 1 (LOWFREQ) 1/4” output jack should be connected to a low frequency speaker cabinet, usu-ally a 15” or 18” speaker. The AMP 2 (HIGH FREQ) 1/4” output jack should be connected to a set of mid/high frequency drivers, often a 4×10 box with at weeter. The crossover selector switch must be set to the B I – A M P (out) position in order to engage the internal electronic crossover. The crossover fre-quency is set by rotating the X – OVER knob on the front panel, 800 Hz is recommended. The mix of the low and high frequency volume levels are set with the AMP1 and AMP2 POWERAMP CONTROL knobs.

FULL RANGE MODE
If only one speaker is being used (or multiple full range speakers), connect it to the AMP 1 or the AMP 2 output jacks. The internal crossover switch should be set to the FULL RANGE mode (IN), since it will not be used in this application.
increase both P O W E R A M P CONTROL 1 & 2 knobs by the same amount, so that the mix is unchanged. These knobs can also be used to set the level of two full range speakers. So one speaker can be used as a monitor for the guitar player or drummer and the other speaker as the main bass cabinet. A front panel mounted P H O N E S jack is provided for practicing or as a place to hook up a tuner. Use high quality headphones with an impedance greater than 100W when connecting to this jack. The phones jack does not interrupt the amplifiers output so a tuner can be left plugged into this jack while playing. When using a Tip / Sleeve (mono) cable to attach gear such as a tuner to the phones jack, insert the cable to the first click of the jack.

POWER / PROTECT RESET
O N / O F F switch and power indicator LED. Push the upper portion of the power switch to turn the amplifier on. If the power indicator LED is on but no sound is coming out of the speakers, the amp may have gone into one of its protection modes. To reset the amp, turn the power off for one minute and then turn the amp back on. If the problem persists check for a bad speaker cable, damaged speaker or blocked rear fan intake.

REAR PANEL CONTROLS

COOLING VENTS
These vents are for cooling the internal power amplifiers. Provide a minimum of 3” of clear-ance for adequate ventilation. Blocking the air flow through these vents will cause the amp to thermally protect and turn the speaker relays off. If this happens clear the obstruction first, keep the power on and turn the guitar volume down allowing the amp to cool. The amp will engage the speaker relays when cooling conditions return to normal.

EFFECTS LOOP
T h e EFFLOOP send and return jacks are used to connect external effects into the Red Line’s signal chain. The loop is located after the main EQ, compressor and noise gate and before the graphic EQ. To use the effects loop, connect the “ S N D ” jack to the input of the effects unit and connect the “ RTN ” jack to the output of the effects unit. The effects loop can be turned on and off by using the F S 2 2 footswitch. When the footswitch is not connected, the loop will default to the O N position. The status of the effects loop is indicated on the front panel by a yellow LED marked “EFF LOOP” .

PREAMP / DIRECT OUT XLR
The PREAMPXLR is a balanced output that can be configured in a number of different ways. The LINE / DIR switch is used to select a pre or post pre amp feed. In the “ LINE ” position , the feed is post the preamp section of the Red Line amp and contains all of the signal pro-cessing and effects that are being used. The “ D I R ” position is a direct feed off of the bass guitar and is similar to using a D.I. box at the input jack. A ground lift switch is also available on the preamp out XLR jack. Set this switch for the lowest noise when using this output. When the GND / LIFT switch is depressed, the signal ground is lifted from this jack thus eliminating any ground loops between the Red Line preamp out and the gear it is feeding.

PREAMP OUT JACKS (HI FREQ & LOW FREQ)
The PREAMP 1 & 2 OUT jacks add a lot of interconnection flexibility to the Red Line bass amp. These jacks can be used to drive additional power amplifiers or to drive stereo or frequency selective effects. When the amp is operating in Bi-amp mode, the LOW FREQ jack contains only the low frequency material and the HI FREQ jack contains only the high frequency mate-rial, as determined by the X-OVER FREQ selector knob on the front panel. When the amp is operating in full range mode, both output jacks contain the same full range signal. Use the front AMP 1 & 2 controls for level adjustments.

STEREO RETURN JACKS
The STEREO RETURN jacks are to be used as stereo effects returns or as an AMP PAT C Hj a c k . These jacks can be used to patch external gear to the internal power amps of the Red Line amps. These jacks can also be utilized in conjunction with the pre-amp out jacks as a full stereo effects loop.

FOOTSWITCH
Connect the optional F S 2 2 footswitch to remotely control the nine band graphic EQ and the effects loop. The first button on the F S 2 2 marked S E L E C T turns the graphic EQ on and off, and the second button marked REVERB / EFFECTS turns the effects loop on and off. Any stan-dard footswitch with a stereo plug will work.

SPEAKER OUTPUTS
The R600/R1000 amp contains two 1/4” speaker output connectors, one for each amp. The AMP 1 (LOW FREQ) jack corresponds to the AMP 1 (LOW FREQ) knob on the front panel. The AMP 2 (HIGH FREQ) jack corresponds to the AMP 2 (HIGH FREQ) knob on the front panel. Multiple speakers can be attached to each of the speaker output jacks so long as the total imped-ance is not below 2Ω per jack.
17. BRIDGE SPEAKER OUTPUTS
The R600 produces 600 watts (bridged mono) into a 4Ω load or 500 watts into an 8Ω load. The R1000 produces 1000 watts (bridged mono) into a 4Ω load or 700 watts into an 8Ω load. To activate, push the B R I D G E switch in and plug the speakers into the BRIDGE ONLY j a c k s .

AC CIRCUIT BREAKER
A circuit breaker is provided so that you will never have to replace the fuse. Occasionally the circuit breaker on your amp may have to be reset if high AC voltage surges are present or if the amp is used with excessive loads. Simply push the button to reset.

AC LINE CORD
All Red Line Series bass amplifiers are supplied with detachable three conductor line cords. Make sure the cord is securely inserted into the back of the unit. Never defeat the ground-ing pin of the AC line cord as it is there for your own protection. If you must plug into a two prong outlet use a quality 3 to 2 prong grounded adapter.

SPEAKER SYSTEM / TWEETERS
Speaker systems such as the RL410T or RL210T that have tweeters with L-Pad controls should be adjusted correctly. Be conservative or excess noise will result.

BRIDGED MODE
Bridge the two power amps by pushing in the BRIDGE switch . Use the BRIDGE ONLY output jacks to connect your speakers. Caution must be used or damage could result to your speakers because of excess power. The minimum impedance from these two jacks are 8Ω from each jack or 4Ω from one jack. Lower impedance will cause the amp to go into protect mode. Reset by turning amp off for 1 minute and on again.

HELPFUL HINTS

1. POOR BIAMP SOUND: The speaker cables from AMP 1 (woofers) and AMP2 (tweeters) have been reversed or AMP 1 and 2 level controls are not balanced or the X-OVER has been set at an incorrect frequency (set at 800 Hz).
2. NO SOUND FROM AMPS 1 & 2: The rear BRIDGE switch has been inadvertently pushed in or speakers plugged into wrong jacks.
3. NO HIGH FREQUENCIES: Tweeters or midrange drivers have been damaged or blown from overpowering.
4. WEAK BASS: The speaker systems could be wired out of phase to each other. To correct, reverse the wires on one speaker connector only and your bass response will improve.
5. DIR XLR HUM: Try switching the GND LIFT switch IN or OUT (depending on your use). If hum is not eliminated, then use a 600W line input transformer cutting the input ground on the connectors (Pin 3). This isolates the input ground from the AC power ground eliminating a system ground loop.
6. REAR CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS: High AC voltage surges may be present. Reset the breaker by pushing the protruding button.

References

• Carvin Audio Great Sounding Gear For Musicians and Sound Professionals
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