TRANSCHORUS 210 - Amplificateur de guitare PEAVEY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TRANSCHORUS 210 PEAVEY

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ENGLISH TransChorusª 210

Congratulations on your purchase of the Peavey TransChorusª 210. The TransChorusª 210 combines PeaveyÕs patented TransTube¨ tube emulation with the latest developments in chorus design. If you havenÕt played through a Peavey TransTube¨ amp you are in for a real treat. Transtube¨ technology produces a tone so similar to tubes that itÕs deceiving to even the most experienced ears. PeaveyÕs chorus amps have been top sellers for years, offering an array of chorus sounds varying from a slight hint to a heavy swirl. Other features found on the TransChorusª 210 are reverb, three distinct channels, stereo power amp, two sets of equalization, and PeaveyÕs T. Dynamics¨ power amp circuitry. Pack all that into a compact 210 cabinet, and you have one very portable and versatile combo-amp capable of answering various playing demands. We know you are anxious to start playing, so weÕve included a ÒQuick StartÓ section and a ÒRecommended SettingsÓ section. These are certain to get you on your way. However, it is important that you read the safety precautions first. Scan through this manual and locate these safety icons: Each safety icon is followed by a warning. Read that warning carefully before continuing on. Once you have read all of the warnings, refer to the ÒQuick StartÓ section below if you so desire. It is recommended that you read this manual in its entirety to fully understand the functions of each feature.

Quick Start Ñ I just want to play!

The following section takes a Òjump in and get your feet wetÓ approach. If any part seems confusing, refer to the more detailed sections that follow. Step 1. Insure that you have read and understand all safety warnings noted throughout the manual. It is imperative that you follow these precautions for the safety of yourself and your amp. Step 2. With the amp turned off plug the power cord into the proper voltage supply indicated on the back of the unit near the cord retainer. Step 3. Plug your guitar into either the High or Low Gain input and turn all knobs counter clockwise to their Ò0Ó position. Step 4. Using the ÒRecommended SettingsÓ on page 7, find the type of tone that most closely resembles the tone you wish to obtain. Step 5. Set the knobs on the front of the unit to match the setting you have selected. Step 6. Plug your footswitch into the Remote Switch jack on the rear of the unit. Step 7. Turn your guitar volume down and turn the amp on using the power switch on the back of the unit. Step 8. Gradually turn the volume of your guitar all the way up or until you are comfortable with the level/tone. 3

Step 9. Experiment with the footswitch to get familiar with how the three different channels are selected.

Note: The Select button on the amp must be pressed (down position) in order for the footswitch to work. Step 10. To adjust the overall level of each channel, use the Volume knob for the Clean channel and the Post Gain controls for the Crunch and Lead channels. Step 11. To adjust the amount of distortion in the Crunch and Lead channels, use the Pre Gain knob. Turning the knob clockwise results in increased distortion. Step 12. You should be able to play at this time. Push the various buttons to hear their effect on your tone. Vary the Reverb or Chorus Rate and Depth knobs to get a feel for their effect as well. Most importantly....READ THE REST OF THIS MANUAL.

Used for most electric guitars. It is 6 dB louder than the Low Gain input. Low Gain (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). Clean Channel Volume (3) Controls the output level of the Clean channel. Bright Switch (4) When activated (pressed in), this switch provides a 6 dB boost to the extreme high frequency portion of your signal. Select Switch (5) This switch selects between the Clean and Lead channels. The ÒinÓ position selects the Lead channel and the ÒoutÓ position selects the Clean. Channel selection may also be achieved by using the remote footswitch. The Select Switch must be in the ÒinÓ position for the footswitch to operate. Use of the footswitch will also allow you to select between the Crunch and Lead channels. Low, Mid, and High EQ (6) This section is a passive tone control for the clean channel. Adjusting these knobs clockwise will pass more low, mid, or high frequency content of the Clean channel to the internal power amps. 4

Pregain (7) Controls the input level of the Crunch channel. Adjusting this control clockwise will increase the input level, thus increasing distortion. Thrash Switch (8) When activated (in), this switch attenuates a preset portion of the mid range resulting in a more ÒheavyÓ sound and an apparent increase in distortion. Gain Switch (9) When activated (in), this switch boosts the pregain of the Crunch channel resulting in increased distortion. This effect is often used to get intentional feedback and increased sustain. Post Gain (10) Controls the output level of the Crunch channel. Adjusting this control clockwise will result in increased volume. The desired tone and distortion level should be obtained prior to adjusting this control for proper level. Consider this control the volume control for the Crunch channel. Lead Channel Pregain (11) Controls the input level of the Lead channel. Adjusting this control clockwise will increase the input level, thus increasing distortion. Mid Boost Switch (12) When activated (in), this switch boosts the mid frequencies. This effect is often desired when miking an amp that is producing distorted guitar signals. Selecting the Mid Boost will bring the signal up in the overall mix during lead passages. Gain Switch (13) When activated (in), this switch boosts the pregain of the Lead channel resulting in increased distortion. This effect is often used to get intentional feedback and increased sustain. Post Gain (14) Controls the output level of the Lead channel. Adjusting this control clockwise will result in increased volume. The desired tone and distortion level should be obtained prior to adjusting this control for proper level. Consider this control the volume control for the Lead channel. Low, Mid, and High EQ (15) This section is a passive tone control for the Crunch and Lead channels. Adjusting these knobs clockwise will pass more low, mid, or high frequency content of these to the internal power amps . Reverb (16) Adjusting this control clockwise will result in more reverb content in the output of the amp regardless of the channel. The reverb can be defeated completely by rotating the control counter clockwise. Rate (17) Adjusting this control clockwise will result in an increase in the sweep rate (frequency) of the chorus effect. The chorus can only be disabled from the footswitch.

Adjusting this control clockwise will result in an increase in the depth or intensity of the chorus effect. This control adjusts the amount of chorus you actually hear from the output of the amp. T. Dynamics¨ (19) This control adjusts the usable power of the internal power amps from 10% (counter clockwise) to 100% (clockwise). Rotating this control clockwise will result in more available power. This effect is often set to lower levels in order for the power amp compression simulation to be more apparent, allowing you to overdrive the power amp at lower volume levels, achieving a tube power amp clipping/compression quality. Power LED (20) Illuminates when power is supplied to the amp. If this LED is lit, the amp is on.

Placing this switch in the ÒONÓ position will result in power being supplied to the unit. The Power LED (20) will illuminate when the amp is on. Stereo Headphone (22) This 1/4Ó stereo output jack is designed to accommodate standard, stereo headphones. Plugging a set of headphones into this jack will disconnect the signal going to the power amplifiers of the unit, and no output can be heard from the unitÕs speakers. This feature provides an excellent practice tool. Power Amp In (23) These left and right mono 1/4" jacks provide an input to each of the power amplifiers. When used in conjunction with the Preamp Out jacks (24), a stereo effects loop is formed allowing the use of stereo delays and various effects. Preamp Out (24) These left and right mono 1/4" jacks provide an output from each of the preamps. When used in conjunction with the Power Amp In jacks (23), a stereo effects loop is formed allowing the use of stereo delays and various effects. Remote Switch (25) This jack is provided for the connection of the supplied footswitch. The footswitch is a multi-function type allowing you to select Clean, Crunch, or Lead and to defeat the Chorus effects. To use the footswitch ensure that the footswitch plug is inserted fully into the jack and that the Select switch is pressed in (down position) on the front panel.

AC LINE CORDÑ120 V PRODUCTS ONLY (26)

For you 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 adapters should be used. Less noise and greatly reduced shock hazard exists when the unit is operated with the proper grounded receptacles. NOTE: FOR UK ONLY As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: ¥ The wire which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal which is marked by the letter E, or by the earth symbol, or colored green or green and yellow. ¥ The wire which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N, or the color black. ¥ The wire which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L, or the color red.

CLEAN BLUES RHYTHM BLUES In

MODERATE DISTORTION In

CLEAN METAL To Taste

RECOMMENDED SETTINGS:

(ALL MEASUREMENTS @ 120 V AC, 60HZ)

Impedance: High-Z, 44 k ohms

Nominal Input Level: -6 dBV, 500 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -16 dBV, 158 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 6 dBV, 2 V RMS POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION RATED OUTPUT POWER:

Power specs measured with T. Dynamics @ 100% (5% THD, 1 kHz, 120 V AC) 50 W RMS per channel, into 8 ohms

Load Impedance: 300 ohm or greater

Nominal Output Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

Stereo mode into 8 ohm, power amp inputs

-3 dB, +2 dB, 70 Hz to 20 kHz, @ 45 W RMS into 8 ohms

Impedance: High-Z, 30 k ohms

Designed Input Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS (Switching jack provides preamp output to power amp input connection when not used.)

Unweighted, 20 Hz to 22 kHz Greater than 90 dB, both channels

Domestic Model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 2.5A, 300 W Export Model: 220 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 300 W UNWEIGHTED, 20 Hz to 22 kHz

Greater than 75 dB, below rated power

PREAMP SECTION EQUALIZATION:

(The following specs are measured @ 1 kHz with the controls preset as follows:)

Push Bright, off (out) Channel Select Clean (out) Low and High @ 10 Mid @ 0 Crunch Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Thrash, off (out) Lead Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Mid Boost, off (out) Normal levels are with normal volume @ 5 Minimum levels are with clean volume @ 10

Special low, mid and high passive type EQ Push Bright: +4 dBV @ 2 kHz, (Clean channel)

Push Thrash: -6 dBV notch 1 kHz, (Crunch channel) Push Mid boost: +3 dBV band pass 1 kHz, (Lead channel) Push Gain: Increase gain both Lead and Crunch channels

EXTERNAL FOOT SWITCH FUNCTIONS:

Lead/Crunch: Selects lead or crunch channel. Bypass/Clean: Lead and Crunch channel defeat (channel switch ÒINÓ) Select/Chorus: Defeat Chorus

PREAMP HIGH GAIN INPUT:

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT (H x W x D):

Impedance: High-Z, 1 M ohm

Nominal Input Level: -12 dBV, 250 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -22 dBV, 79 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS

18.5" x 23.375" x 11.375"

47cm x 10.60cm x 29cm

INPUTS SPEAKER FOOT SWITCH SPEAKER SWITCH LOGIC CLEAN/ULTRA PUSH CHANNEL

GAIN STAGE PREGAIN CRUNCH FOOT SWITCH LEAD SWITCH LOGIC PUSH BRIGHT CLEAN PREGAIN PUSH BRIGHT LEAD PUSH THRASH POST LEAD POST MID HI T. DYNAMICS ¨

POWER AMP T. DYNAMICS ¨

POWER AMP CRUNCH LO PUSH MID BOOST PREGAIN LEAD HIGH GAIN AMP VOLUME CLEAN TONE LOW MID HIGH EQUALIZATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using electric products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water. For example, near or in a bathtub, swimming pool, sink, wet basement, etc.

Clean only with a damp cloth.

Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturerÕs instructions. It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built-in enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding plug. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your inlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Never break off the grounding. Write for our free booklet ÒShock Hazard and GroundingÓ. Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided. 16. 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. GovernmentÕs Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the following permissible noise level exposures: Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1 1/2 1 1/2 1/4 or less

Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to 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!

(ALL MEASUREMENTS @ 120 V AC, 60HZ)

Impedance: High-Z, 44 k ohms

Nominal Input Level: -6 dBV, 500 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -16 dBV, 158 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 6 dBV, 2 V RMS POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION RATED OUTPUT POWER:

Power specs measured with T. Dynamics @ 100% (5% THD, 1 kHz, 120 V AC) 50 W RMS per channel, into 8 ohms

Load Impedance: 300 ohm or greater

Nominal Output Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

Stereo mode into 8 ohm, power amp inputs

-3 dB, +2 dB, 70 Hz to 20 kHz, @ 45 W RMS into 8 ohms

Impedance: High-Z, 30 k ohms

Designed Input Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS (Switching jack provides preamp output to power amp input connection when not used.)

Unweighted, 20 Hz to 22 kHz Greater than 90 dB, both channels

Domestic Model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 2.5A, 300 W Export Model: 220 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 300 W UNWEIGHTED, 20 Hz to 22 kHz

Greater than 75 dB, below rated power

PREAMP SECTION EQUALIZATION:

(The following specs are measured @ 1 kHz with the controls preset as follows:)

Push Bright, off (out) Channel Select Clean (out) Low and High @ 10 Mid @ 0 Crunch Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Thrash, off (out) Lead Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Mid Boost, off (out) Normal levels are with normal volume @ 5 Minimum levels are with clean volume @ 10

Special low, mid and high passive type EQ Push Bright: +4 dBV @ 2 kHz, (Clean channel)

Push Thrash: -6 dBV notch 1 kHz, (Crunch channel) Push Mid boost: +3 dBV band pass 1 kHz, (Lead channel) Push Gain: Increase gain both Lead and Crunch channels

EXTERNAL FOOT SWITCH FUNCTIONS:

Lead/Crunch: Selects lead or crunch channel. Bypass/Clean: Lead and Crunch channel defeat (channel switch ÒINÓ) Select/Chorus: Defeat Chorus

PREAMP HIGH GAIN INPUT:

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT (H x W x D):

Impedance: High-Z, 1 M ohm

Nominal Input Level: -12 dBV, 250 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -22 dBV, 79 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS

18.5" x 23.375" x 11.375"

47cm x 10.60cm x 29cm

(ALL MEASUREMENTS @ 120 V AC, 60HZ)

Impedance: High-Z, 44 k ohms

Nominal Input Level: -6 dBV, 500 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -16 dBV, 158 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 6 dBV, 2 V RMS POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION RATED OUTPUT POWER:

Power specs measured with T. Dynamics @ 100% (5% THD, 1 kHz, 120 V AC) 50 W RMS per channel, into 8 ohms

Load Impedance: 300 ohm or greater

Nominal Output Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

Stereo mode into 8 ohm, power amp inputs

-3 dB, +2 dB, 70 Hz to 20 kHz, @ 45 W RMS into 8 ohms

Impedance: High-Z, 30 k ohms

Designed Input Level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS (Switching jack provides preamp output to power amp input connection when not used.)

Unweighted, 20 Hz to 22 kHz Greater than 90 dB, both channels

Domestic Model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 2.5A, 300 W Export Model: 220 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 300 W UNWEIGHTED, 20 Hz to 22 kHz

Greater than 75 dB, below rated power

PREAMP SECTION EQUALIZATION:

(The following specs are measured @ 1 kHz with the controls preset as follows:)

Push Bright, off (out) Channel Select Clean (out) Low and High @ 10 Mid @ 0 Crunch Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Thrash, off (out) Lead Pre and Post Gain @ 10 Gain and Mid Boost, off (out) Normal levels are with normal volume @ 5 Minimum levels are with clean volume @ 10

Special low, mid and high passive type EQ Push Bright: +4 dBV @ 2 kHz, (Clean channel)

Push Thrash: -6 dBV notch 1 kHz, (Crunch channel) Push Mid boost: +3 dBV band pass 1 kHz, (Lead channel) Push Gain: Increase gain both Lead and Crunch channels

EXTERNAL FOOT SWITCH FUNCTIONS:

Lead/Crunch: Selects lead or crunch channel. Bypass/Clean: Lead and Crunch channel defeat (channel switch ÒINÓ) Select/Chorus: Defeat Chorus

PREAMP HIGH GAIN INPUT:

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT (H x W x D):

Impedance: High-Z, 1 M ohm

Nominal Input Level: -12 dBV, 250 mV RMS Minimum Input Level: -22 dBV, 79 mV RMS Maximum Input level: 0 dBV, 1 V RMS

18.5" x 23.375" x 11.375"

47cm x 10.60cm x 29cm

LautstŠrkepegel in dBA

90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115

PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY Effective Date: July 1, 1998

What This Warranty Covers Your Peavey Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship in Peavey products purchased and serviced in the U.S.A. and Canada. What This Warranty Does Not Cover The Warranty does not cover: (1) damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation, rental, product modification or neglect; (2) damage occurring during shipment; (3) damage caused by repair or service performed by persons not authorized by Peavey; (4) products on which the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed; (5) products not purchased from an Authorized Peavey Dealer. Who This Warranty Protects This Warranty protects only the original retail purchaser of the product. How Long This Warranty Lasts The Warranty begins on the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser. The duration of the Warranty is as follows: Product Category

Guitars/Basses, Amplifiers, Pre-Amplifiers, Mixers, Electronic

Crossovers and Equalizers

2 years *(+ 3 years)

3 years *(+ 2 years)

Digital Effect Devices and Keyboard and MIDI Controllers

Speaker Components (incl. speakers, baskets, drivers, diaphragm replacement kits and passive crossovers) and all Accessories

[*denotes additional warranty period applicable if optional Warranty Registration Card is completed and returned to Peavey by original retail purchaser within 90 days of purchase.]

We will repair or replace (at Peavey's discretion) products covered by warranty at no charge for labor or materials. If the product or component must be shipped to Peavey for warranty service, the consumer must pay initial shipping charges. If the repairs are covered by warranty, Peavey will pay the return shipping charges. How To Get Warranty Service (1) Take the defective item and your sales receipt or other proof of date of purchase to your Authorized Peavey Dealer or Authorized Peavey Service Center. OR (2) Ship the defective item, prepaid, to Peavey Electronics Corporation, International Service Center, 412 Highway 11 & 80 East, Meridian, MS 39301 or Peavey Canada Ltd., 95 Shields Court, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 9T5. Include a detailed description of the problem, together with a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of date of purchase as evidence of warranty coverage. Also provide a complete return address. Limitation of Implied Warranties ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Exclusions of Damages PEAVEY'S LIABILITY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AT PEAVEY'S OPTION. IF WE ELECT TO REPLACE THE PRODUCT, THE REPLACEMENT MAY BE A RECONDITIONED UNIT. PEAVEY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES BASED ON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE, LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, DAMAGE TO ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT OR OTHER ITEMS AT THE SITE OF USE, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF PEAVEY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If you have any questions about this warranty or service received or if you need assistance in locating an Authorized Service Center, please contact the Peavey International Service Center at (601) 483-5365 / Peavey Canada Ltd. at (905) 475-2578. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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