DSL100HR - Receiver MARSHALL - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Guitar Amplifier (Head)
Brand	Marshall
Model	DSL100HR
Power	100 W (switchable to 50 W)
Tubes	4 x ECC83 and 4 x EL34
Channels	Classic Gain (Clean/Crunch) and Ultra Gain (OD1/OD2)
Equalization	Treble, Mid, Bass, Tone Shift, Presence, Resonance
Effects	Digital Reverb (Classic and Ultra)
Speaker Outputs	5 x 1/4" jacks (16Ω, 8Ω, 4Ω configurations)
Emulated Line Out	1 x 1/4" jack (Softube® emulation)
Effects Loop	Series, Send/Return with switch
Footswitch	F/S connector for PEDL-90012 or PEDL-91016
MIDI Input	1 x 5-pin DIN
Auxiliary Audio Input	1 x 1/4" jack
Power Supply	Mains, rated voltage according to country
Dimensions (W x H x D)	740 x 274 x 242 mm
Weight	24.2 kg
Safety	Protective fuse, grounding, FCC and ICES-3 compliance
Transport	Move only alone, turned off and unplugged

Frequently Asked Questions - DSL100HR MARSHALL

How do I connect a speaker cabinet to the DSL100HR?

Use the 1/4" speaker outputs on the rear. Follow the indicated configurations: one 16Ω cabinet on the dedicated output, one 8Ω cabinet or two 16Ω cabinets on the 8Ω pair, etc. Never exceed the recommended combinations.

How do I use the footswitch?

Connect the cable of the included (PEDL-90012) or optional (PEDL-91016) footswitch to the F/S jack on the rear panel. The footswitch allows you to change channels and turn the effects loop on/off.

How do I reduce the amplifier's power?

Use the Output switch on the front panel to switch from 100W to 50W. This allows you to achieve saturation at lower volume.

How do I select Clean and Crunch modes?

On the Classic Gain channel (left side), press the Clean/Crunch button (5). The status LED turns green for Clean, red for Crunch.

How do I adjust the reverb?

Turn the Classic Reverb (16) and Ultra Reverb (17) knobs on the front panel to adjust the digital reverb level for each channel.

How do I use the effects loop?

Connect your external effects to the Send (29) and Return (28) jacks on the rear panel. Activate the loop with the Loop On/Off switch (23) on the front panel; the green LED indicates it is active.

What is the Tone Shift switch for?

The Tone Shift button (13) reconfigures the EQ: it boosts treble and bass while cutting mids, giving a more aggressive sound. Ideal for saturated rhythm parts.

How do I use Masters 1 and 2?

Use the Master Select button (18) to switch between Master 1 and Master 2. The LED (20) lights green for Master 1, red for Master 2. This allows you to have two preset overall volume levels.

Can I use headphones with the DSL100HR?

Yes, plug your headphones into the Emulated Output (32) on the rear panel. This output simulates the sound of a speaker cabinet using Softube® technology, ideal for silent practice.

What are the important safety precautions?

Before plugging in, verify that the mains voltage matches the one indicated on the rear. Never short-circuit the fuse. Turn off the amplifier before changing the fuse. Transport it turned off and unplugged, never stacked.

USER MANUAL DSL100HR MARSHALL

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DSL40CR DSL100HR

QUICK START GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING YOUR MARSHALL 1DSL.

Download the full manual at www.marshall.com

QUICK START GUIDE

Warning! Safety instructions 3

Specification 4

Front panel functions 5

Rear panel functions 7

WARNING! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this manual carefully before plugging in. Follow all instructions and heed all warnings.

Warning: Please refer to full details in separate Important Safety Instructions CATS-90009.

Warning: before going any further, make sure that your amp is compatible with your mains electricity supply. If you have any doubt, please seek help from a qualified technician – your Marshall dealer can help you with this.

MAINS INPUT & FUSE

The specific mains input voltage rating that your amp has been manufactured for is indicated on the rear panel of the amp. Never attempt to bypass the fuse or fit one of the incorrect value or type.

Warning: your amp must be switched off and disconnected from the mains electricity supply before you check and/or change any fuse.

IMPORTANT SET UP INFORMATION

Follow the start-up procedures below to safely switch on your amp.

Warning: Failure to follow these instructions may damage your amp.

1. If using your amp with an extension cabinet, make sure the power handling rating of the speaker cabinet is equal to or higher than the output power of the amp. Connect either a single 16Ω speaker cabinet to the single speaker output on the rear panel, or a single 8Ω speaker cabinet or two 16Ω speaker cabinets to the pair of 8Ω speaker outputs.

Note: When connecting a speaker cabinet make sure that you use a proper speaker cable. Never use a screened (shielded) guitar cable for this purpose.

1. Ensure the power switch is switched off and set all master volumes on the front panel

to zero.

1. To use the footswitch, connect the footswitch cable to the footswitch socket on the rear panel of the amp.
2. Connect the supplied mains (power) lead into the mains input on the rear panel first and then into an electrical outlet.
3. Plug your guitar into the input jack socket on the front panel.
4. Turn the front panel power switch on. The switch will glow red. Turn the selected channel volume up to your preferred level and your amp is ready to play.

TRANSPORTING YOUR EQUIPMENT

Please ensure that your amp is switched off, unplugged from the mains electricity supply and all removable cables have been disconnected from your equipment before attempting to move it.

Only move the amp on its own; do not attempt to move it while it is stacked on top of a cabinet or other equipment.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

SPECIFICATION

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the users authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B).

From clean to distorted overdrives, the DSL is a versatile all-valve amp packed with features including an effects loop, power reduction switch and digital reverb. Your amp has been specifically designed to sound great at a range of volumes. Perfect for you to use at home, in rehearsals and studios, or on stage.

MODEL: DSL40CR DSL100HR
Power	40W(with power reduction option to 20W)	100W(with power reduction to 50W)
Valves	4 x ECC83 and 2 x EL34	4 x ECC83 and 4 x EL34
Channels	2 (split) “ultra gain” and “classic gain”
Equalisation	Treble, middle, bass, tone shift switch, presence, resonance
Effects Digital reverb
Outputs	5 x 1/4” jack speaker outputs (16Ω load/8Ω load/4Ω load), 1 x 1⁄4” jack emulated line out
Effects loops	Yes, series, send/return, with loop switch
Speakers	1 x 12”Celestion V-Type speaker (16Ω, 80W)	N/A
Unit weight 22.9kg 24.2kg
Unit width 620mm 740mm
Unit height 490mm 274mm
Unit depth 252mm 242mm

FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS

1. INPUT

Connect your guitar here using a 14 " jack instrument cable.

CLASSIC GAIN CHANNEL

2. GAIN

Controls the gain level for the classic gain channel. Use this control to adjust the amount of input gain/signal sent into the preamp stage. Running a higher gain setting increases the level of distortion in your sound.

3. MODE STATUS LED

This LED lights green to indicate that clean mode is selected and red to indicate crunch mode is selected.

4. VOLUME

Controls the volume level of the classic gain channel.

5. CLEAN/CRUNCH

Press to select clean or crunch mode. The classic gain channel's two modes take your sound from clean to overdriven tones.

ULTRA GAIN CHANNEL

6. GAIN

Controls the gain level for the ultra gain channel. Use this control to adjust the amount of input gain/signal sent into the preamp stage. Running a higher gain setting increases the level of distortion in your sound.

7. MODE STATUS LED

This LED lights green to indicate that OD1 mode is selected and red to indicate OD2 mode is selected.

8. VOLUME

Controls the volume level of the ultra gain channel.

9. OD1/OD2

Press to select OD1 or OD2 mode. The ultra gain channel's two modes take your sound from distorted to heavy gain tones.

EQUALISATION SECTION

10. TREBLE

Controls the higher frequency content of your sound. Turning clockwise will increase the highs making the sound brighter.

11. MIDDLE

Controls the middle frequencies of your sound. Turning clockwise increases the level of mid frequencies in your sound. Turning anti-clockwise reduces the middle frequencies, 'scooping' the sound – this is accentuated when used in conjunction with Tone Shift.

12. BASS

Controls the amount of lower frequency in your sound. Turning clockwise will increase bottom-end making the sound fuller.

13. TONE SHIFT

Tone shift reconfigures the preamp EQ, giving you a distinctly different sound. When tone shift is engaged, high and low frequencies are accentuated and mid frequencies are cut.

14. PRESENCE

Adjust the power amp EQ to add treble to your sound. Turning clockwise brings out the top end frequencies in your tone.

15. RESONANCE

Adjust the power amp EQ to add body to your sound. Turning clockwise brings out the low end frequencies in your tone.

Note: The EQ controls are linked. Altering the setting of one control can change the way that the other controls behave, so it is worth

experimenting to find your sound.

REVERB SECTION

16. CLASSIC REVERB

Controls the reverb level of the classic channel.

17. ULTRA REVERB

Controls the reverb level of the ultra channel.

MASTER VOLUME SECTION

18. MASTER SELECT

Switches between control of Master 1 and Master 2.

19. MASTER 1

Set the overall volume level of Master 1.

20. MASTER STATUS LED

This LED turns green to indicate that Master 1 is selected and red to indicate Master 2 is selected.

21. MASTER 2

Set the overall volume level of Master 2.

22. LOOP STATUS LED

This LED turns green to indicate that the FX loop is on. It is unlit when the FX loop is off.

23. LOOP ON/OFF

This switch turns the FX loop on and off.

24. OUTPUT

Use this switch to reduce power level from 40W down to 20W, or to place the amp into standby mode.

25. POWER

This turns the amp on and off.

REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS

26. MAINS INPUT

The supplied mains power lead is connected here. The mains input voltage rating that your amp has been built for is shown on the rear panel.

Warning: before powering on, ensure the amp is compatible with the mains voltage of the country that the amp is being used in. If you have any doubt, please get advice from a qualified person.

27. MIDI IN

Connect your external MIDI device here.

28. FX LOOP RETURN

Return your signal from external FX equipment here using a 14 " jack instrument cable.

29. FX LOOP SEND

Connect your external FX equipment here using a 14 " jack instrument cable.

30. F/S

Connect the supplied channel footswitch here (PEDL-90012) or optional footswitch (PEDL-91016).

31. AUDIO IN

Connect an external device here to practice with or jam along to music.

32. EMULATED OUT

Frequency-compensated line level output for headphones. This output features cabinet emulation by Softube®. This means the sound from this output includes simulation of the sound of a speaker and a cab.

33. SPEAKER OUTPUTS

1/4" jack speaker outputs. They are labelled according to the corresponding cabinet setups:

• 1 x 16 Ohm: connect a 16Ω speaker cabinet.
• 1 x 8 Ohm / 2 x 16 Ohm: connect a single 8Ω guitar cabinet or two 16Ω cabinets.

- 1 x 4 Ohm / 2 x 8 Ohm: connect a single 4Ω guitar cabinet or two 8Ω guitar cabinets.

Warning: although the amp has five speaker outputs, never attempt to connect more speakers than rated. The safe combinations are listed above. Any other speaker configuration may stress or damage the amp.

AVERTISSEMENT ! CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ

33. USCITE DIFFUSORE

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DSL40CR

graph LR
    INPUT["INPUT"] --> GAIN1["GAIN 0-10"]
    GAIN1 --> VOLUME1["VOLUME 0-10"]
    VOLUME1 --> CleanCrunch["Clean Crunch"]
    CleanCrunch --> GAIN2["GAIN 0-10"]
    GAIN2 --> VOLUME2["VOLUME 0-10"]
    VOLUME2 --> OD1["OD1 OD2"]
    OD1 --> TREBLE["TREBLE 0-10"]
    TREBLE --> MIDDLE["MIDDLE 0-10"]
    MIDDLE --> BASS["BASS 0-10"]
    BASS --> ToneShift["Tone Shift"]

    GAIN3["GAIN 0-10"] --> VOLUME3["VOLUME 0-10"]
    VOLUME3 --> ULTRA_GAIN["ULTRA GAIN"]
    ULTRA_GAIN --> OD2["OD2"]

    style INPUT fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style GAIN fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style VOLUME fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style END fill:#fff,stroke:#333

DSL100HR

graph LR
    A["PRESENCE"] --> B["RESONANCE"]
    B --> C["CLASSIC"]
    C --> D["ULTRA"]
    D --> E["MASTER 1"]
    E --> F["MASTER 2"]
    F --> G["Master Select"]
    G --> H["MASTER"]
    H --> I["Master"]
    I --> J["Loop On/Off"]
    J --> K["OUTPUT"]
    J --> L["POWER"]
    M["DSL⁴"] --> N["High"]
    N --> O["STB"]
    N --> P["LOW"]

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

graph LR
    A["Tone Shift"] --> B["BASS"]
    B --> C["MIDDLE"]
    C --> D["TREBLE"]
    D --> E["ULTRA GAIN"]
    E --> F["OD 1 OD 2"]
    F --> G["VOLUME"]
    G --> H["GAIN"]
    H --> I["CLASSIC GAIN"]
    I --> J["Clean Crunch"]
    J --> K["VOLUME"]
    K --> L["GAIN"]
    L --> M["INPUT"]

STARTING SETTINGS

With your DSL you should find a sound that suits you. It's the best way to stand out from the crowd and release your alter ego. However, if you're looking for some inspiration here's some settings to get started.

CLASSIC CLEAN CLASSIC

graph TD
    A["GAIN"] --> B["VOLUME"]
    B --> C["CL"]
    D["CLASSIC GAIN"] --> E["CL"]
    F["CLASSIC"] --> G["ULTRA"]
    H["REVERB"] --> I["TREBLE"]
    J["MIDDLE"] --> K["BASS"]
    L["PRESENCE"] --> M["RESONANCE"]
    N["EQUALISATION"] --> O["TONE SHIFT OUT"]

MODERN DRIVE MODERN

graph TD
    A["GAIN"] --> B["VOLUME"]
    B --> C["ULTRA GAIN"]
    D["CLASSIC"] --> E["ULTRA"]
    F["REVERB"] --> G["TREBLE"]
    H["MIDDLE"] --> I["BASS"]
    J["PRESENCE"] --> K["RESONANCE"]
    L["EQUALISATION"] --> M["OUT"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#9cf,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#f9f,stroke:#333

CRUNCH

BLUES LEAD

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SCOOPED RHYTHM

Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to its policy of constant improvement and development, Marshall Amplification Plc reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.

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