EXPRESS 112 S - Guitar amplifier PEAVEY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EXPRESS 112 S PEAVEY

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WARNING: To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Before using this

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Congratulations on your purchase of the all new ExpressTM 112 TransTubeTM Series. This amp represents years of research on vacuum tube emulation, resulting in a totally new Express. The preamp has been redesigned, using patent-applied for technology that redefines tubelike distortion and harmonic generation in solid-state amps. The new T. Dynamics circuitry, also awaiting several patents, creates the long sought for tube power compression phenomenon. This, when combined with the preamp circuitry, yields the closest tube amp simulation to date. The compression effect is increased by turning the T. Dynamics control down, which lowers the power level the amp puts out. To further enhance the performance of the Express, an added external speaker jack is included. The speaker has been upgraded to a Sheffield, and an effects loop is included to allow for greater flexibility. -INPUTS I

HIGH GAIN INPUT (1) Used for most electric guitars. It is 6 dB louder than Low Gain input. LOW GAIN INPUT (2) Provided for instruments that have extremely high outputs, which can result in overdriving (distorting) the High Gain input. If both inputs are used simultaneously, the output levels are the same (both are Low Gain). VOLUME (3) Controls the volume level of the Clean channel. BRIGHT SWITCH (4) Provides a preset boost (6 dB) to treble frequencies. To activate, depress the switch to its “in” position. CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH (5) Allows selection of the Lead or Clean channel. The “in” position of the switch selects the Lead channel and the “out” position selects Clean. NOTE: Channel selection may also be achieved by the remote footswitch. If remote selection is desired, the channel switch must be in the “in” (Lead) position. LOW, MID, & HIGH EQ (6) Passive tone controls that regulate the low, mid, and high frequencies, respectively. PRE GAIN (7) Controls the input volume level of the Lead channel. THRASH SWITCH (8) Notches the mid range about 20 dB.

GAIN SWITCH (9) Boosts the overall system gain. Depress to the “in” position to activate. LOW, MID, & HIGH EQ (10) Passive tone controls that regulate the low, mid, and high frequencies, respectively. POST GAIN (11) Controls the overall volume level of the Lead channel. The final level adjustment should be made after the desired sound has been achieved. REVERB LEVEL (12) Controls the overall reverb level. EFFECTS SEND (13) Output for supplying signals to external low-level effects or signal processing equipment. EFFECTS RETURN (14) Input for returning signals from external low-level effects or signal processing equipment. T. DYNAMICS CONTROL (15) Adjusts the power level of the amplifier from 10% to 100% power. When set to lower settings, the power compression simulation will be much more pronounced. POWER LED (16) Illuminates when AC power is being supplied to the amp. POWER SWITCH (17) Depress the switch to the “on” position. The red pilot light (LED) will illuminate indicating power is being supplied to the unit.

LINE CORD (120 V PRODUCTS ONLY) (18) m For your safety, we have incorporated a three-wire line (mains) cable with proper grounding facilities. It is not advisable to remove the ground pin under any circumstances. If it is necessary to use the equipment without proper grounding facilities, suitable grounding adaptors should be used. Less noise and greatly reduced shock hazard exists when the unit is operated with the proper grounded receptacles.

EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK (19) Provided for connection of external speaker cabinet. Minimum total impedance is 8 ohms. Disconnects internal speaker when used. REMOTE SWITCH JACK (20) Provided for the connection of the optional remote footswitch. The footswitch is used to select the Lead or Normal channels and defeat reverb. When using remote footswitch, always insert the plug fully (second click) to insure proper operation. SPECIFICATIONS Rated Power & Load: Power specs measured with T. Dynamics @ 10 65 W RMS into 8 ohms 4 ohms not recommended Power @ Clipping: (Typically) (5% THD, 1 kHz, 120 V AC line) 65 W RMS into 8 ohms Frequency Response: +O, 3 dB, 60 Hz to 20 kHz, @ 50 W RMS into 8 ohms Hum & Noise: Low&High @ 10 Mid @ 0 Pre & Post Gain @ 10 Gain & Thrash, Off (Out) Normal Levels are with normal volume @ 5 Minimum Levels are with normal volume @ 10 Preamp High Gain Input: Impedance: High 2, 1 M ohm Nominal Input Level: -14 dBV, 200 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -24 dBV, 60 mV RMS Maximum Input Level: 0 dBV, 1VRMS Preamp Low Gain Input: Greater than 78 dB below rated power Impedance: High Z,44 K ohms Nominal Input Level: -8 dBV, 400 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -18 dBV, 120 mV RMS Maximum Input Level: 6 dBV, 2VRMS Power Consumption: 200 W @ 50/60 Hz, 120 V AC (Domestic) Effects Return: Impedance: High Z, 22 K ohms Designed Input Level: - 10 dBV,

(Switching jack provides Effects Send to Effects Return connection when not used) System Hum & Noise @ Nominal Input Level: (20 Hz to 20 kHz unweighted) 68 dB below rated power Equalization: Special low, mid, & high passive type EQ Push Bright: +6 dB @ 2 kHz Push Thrash: -20 dB notch @ 1 kHz in Lead channel Push Gain: Increases Lead gain External Footswitch Functions: Lead Channel Defeat (when selected with button) Reverb Defeat PREAMP SECTION The following specs are measured @ 1 kHz with the controls preset as follows: Push Bright, Off (Out) Channel Select Normal (Out) Effects Send: Load Impedance: 1 K ohm or greater Nominal Output Level: -10 dBV,

TONE SETTINGS “IN” “IN” “TN” ADJUST TO TASTE CLEAN “OUT” METAL “OUT” “OUT” ADJUST TO TASTE JAZZ “OUT” -INPUTS - MEDIUM DISTORTION “OUT” CLEAN LEAD “OUT” DIRTY BLUES CLEAN BLUES T E C H N O L O G Y

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electric products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following.

Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product. All safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Obey all cautions in the operating instructions and on the back of the unit. All operating instructions should be followed.

This product should not be used near water, i.e., a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, wet basement, etc.

This product should be located so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built-in enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air. This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove, radiator, or another heat producing amplifier. Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord. Never break off the ground pin on the power supply cord. For more information on grounding, write for our free booklet “Shock Hazard and Grounding.” Power supply cords should always be handled carefully. Never walk or place equipment on power supply cords. Periodically check cords for cuts or signs of stress, especially at the plug and the point where the cord exits the unit. The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided. Metal parts can be cleaned with a damp rag. The vinyl covering used on some units can be cleaned with a damp rag or an ammoniabased household cleaner if necessary. Disconnect unit from power supply before cleaning. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation holes or any other openings. This unit should be checked by a qualified service technician if: a. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged. b. Anything has fallen or been spilled into the unit. The unit does not operate correctly. d. The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. The user should not attempt to service this equipment. All service work should be done by a qualified service technician. This product should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by Peavey Electronics. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures. Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

1/2 1/4 or less According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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