Drum Amplifier User Manual
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1. 12dBV AC Power Requirements 400 W At full output 14 W At idle Speakers 1 x 12 inch woofer Special design 8 rated 200W RMS 1 x 1 inch Compression Driver EUN NEC magnet Phenolic diaphram Dimensions English In 16 2 D x 18 W x 19 H including feet 420mmD x 455mmW x 480mmH including feet PERCUSSION KATPERCUSSION COM 55 GRIFFIN ROAD SOUTH BLOOMFIELD CT 06002 All specifications are subject to change without notice 2013 KMCMusicorp Inc x m KA2 Manual V2 indd 8 e 14713 11 50 AM2. EN PERCUSSION Drum Amplifier o hoo Wa _ ENT ee n EE PRESENCE eee User Manual KA2 Manual_V2 indd 1 1 1743 11 50 AM FCC Statements 1 Caution Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 2 Note 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 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 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 KA2 Manual V2 indd 2 e 1 1743 11 50 AM Congratulations on your purchase of the KAT ka2 This ka2 Ampli
3. cifi s par le e lt constructeur ou vendus avec l appareil Mb Lors de l utilisation d un chariot bouger avec pr caution l ensemble chariotlappareil afin d viter les dommages d un renversement D brancher cet appareil lors d orages ou s il n est pas utilis pendant une longue p riode Des pr cautions doivent tre prises afin qu aucun objet ne tombe et qu aucun liquide ne se r pande l int rieur de l appareil par les orifics de ventilation ou n importe quelle autre ouverture Pour toutes interventions techniques s adresser un technicien qualifi L intervention technique est n cessaire lorsque l appareil a t endommag de n importe quelle fa on comme par exemple si le cordon secteur ou sa fiche sont d t rior s si du liquide a coul ou si des objets sont tomb s l int rieur de l appareil si l appareil a t expos la pluie ou l humidit s il ne fonctionne pas normalement ou s il est tomb ATTENTION Pour r duire le risque d incendie ou de choc electrique ne pas exposer l appareil la pluie ou l humidit Quand La prise MAINS au coupler est utilis pour la source d alimentation lectrique Il est conseill de garder cette prise facilement accessible Borne de terre de protection L appareil doit tre connect un connecteur AC principale avec un raccordement la terre de protection 831254 147A3 11 50 AM ee Front Panel CHANNEL CHANNE
4. sleeve 8 Ground Lift The Ground Lift switch disconnects pin 1 of the XLR Line Out jack to eliminate a ground loop hum A ground loop can exist when the ka2 and the device it is plugged into are connected to grounded outlets that are in physically different locations and or on different circuits and should only be used if there is an audible hum Sliding the ground lift does not disconnect the ground connection from the ka2 chassis 6 Line Out Volume KA2 Manual_V2 indd 7 This controls the output level of the Line Out Jack If the Line Out Jack is overdriving a live mixer or recorder try turning down the Line Out Volume to minimize distortion 147A3 11 50 AM ka2 Specifications Output Power RMS 1 200W 8 Q x 1 Internal Speakers 500mW 32 Q x 2 Output to Headphones Mono Mix Actual response is tailored for accurate Frequency Response 20 20KHz acoustic response for electronic drums Hum and Noise 55 dBV All controls turned down 50 dBV All controls turned halfway Input Impedance 10K Q All inputs Input Levels All measurements made at 1 kHz EQ Controls flat and volumes Max INPUT 1 to achieve full output INPUT 2 to achieve full output AUX to achieve full output 8 inch line to achieve full output Line Out 0 dBV Post Input 1 2 Aux in Pre EQ 3 5mm line in Tone Controls EQ Centers 60Hz 800Hz 10kHz 3 band 12 dBV Center Flat Attack 3 5KHz centered CCW min flat CW max
5. Indicates that the power switch is in the ON position KA2 Manual V2 indd 6 e 1 1743 11 50 AM ae 00 ee l U Rear Panel ile kuqa KAT PERCUSSION DRUM AMPLIFIER GROUND LIFT ka2 LINE OUT VOLUME l l l l Serial Number e l l I l l l l DESIGNED IN USA MADE IN CHINA CE 200 WATTS I l l l l l l l l O amp 6 4 AC Power Cord Receptacle Insert the AC cord provided firmly into the AC connector NOTE Replace the AC power cord if protective jacket is damaged or ground pin is damaged or removed NOTE To prevent an electrical hazard DO NOT replace fuse without using the fuse carriage Replace the fuse carriage if lost or damaged before re inserting the AC power cord Fuse The fuse is located in a housing just below the receptacle Replace only with the same fuse type and size To remove the fuse remove the AC power cord and pull out on the tab above the fuse symbol located on the fuse carriage Place the new fuse in the carriage clip and re insert Power Switch Provides AC power to the amplifier when in the ON position Line Out This balanced jack is designed to connect the ka2 Amplifier to a recorder or live mixer This out put is very useful for direct recording and especially helpful for live applications since it eliminates a live microphone on stage and the potential for feedback Note If using an XLR to inch cable Pin 2 is tip and Pin 1 and 3
6. L2 AUXINPUT ee T L il es E o P Gm o Inputs 1 and 2 These are 4 inch input jacks for connecting your drum module to the amplifier They use the same volume control labeled 1 2 Aux Input This 1 4 inch jack is used for connecting any pre EQ audio source The volume of the Aux Input is controlled by the Aux Volume control If using a stereo TR cable the two signals are summed together 1 2 Volume This controls the volume level of the drum inputs to the power amplifier 4 Aux Volume This controls the volume level of the Aux Input Equalization Section These control the overall tone of the ka2 Drum Amplifier Low This controls frequencies centered at 60Hz with a 12 dB sweep Mid This controls frequencies centered at 800Hz with a 12 dB sweep 7 High This controls frequencies centered at 10KHz with a 12 dB sweep Attack This EQ contol tailors the upper mid range to accentuate the snare drum and enhances the presence on other instruments Line In This is a inch stereo line input It bypasses the drum amplifiers EQ tone controls and feeds straight into the power amplifier Use the volume and tone controls on your external device to control the audio signal Headphone Jack This is a 3 5mm stereo output jack When used it turns off the internal speaker It combines all inputs from your drums Aux Input and Line In for silent practice 11 Power Indicator Light
7. de the flow of cooling air Do not install this product near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stove or other apparatus including heat producing amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord being walked on or pinched particularly a plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Do not break the ground pin of the power supply cord Only use the attachments specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation ports or any other openings Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when that apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen i
8. fier was built from the ground up to offer world class tone useful features and reliable performance Inside this manual you ll find valuable information about the amp s controls and specifications Being familiar with its features will help you effectively tailor your drum amp s sound We wish you many years of employment with your KAT amplifier KA2 Manual V2 indd 3 e 1 1743 11 50 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Danger Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss Individuals vary considerably 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 hours 8 6 4 3 2 1 Sound level dB 90 93 95 97 100 103 According to OSHA any exposure in the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss Earplugs or protectors in the ear canal or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss If exposure in excess of the limits as put forth above to insure against potentially harmful exposure to high sound pressure levels it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of inducing high sound pressure levels sure as this amplification system be protected by hearing pr
9. mmande afin de se premunir contre les expositions aux pressions acoustiques elevees potentiellement dangeureuses aux personnes exposees aux equipements capables de delivrer de telles puissances tels ce systeme d amplification en fonctionnement de proteger l appareil auditif ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION AFIN DE LIMITER LE RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS ENLEVER LE CHASSIS NE CONTIENT PAS DE PIECES POUVANT ETRE REPAREE PAR L UTILISATEUR CONFIER LE SERVICE APRES VENTE AUX REPARATEURS AGREES CE SYMBOLE A POUR BUT D AVERTIR L UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE DE VOLTAGE DANGEREUX NON ISOLE A L INTERIEUR DE CE PRODUIT QUI PEUT ETRE DE PUISSANCE SUFFISAMMENT IMPORTANTE POUR PROVOQUER UN CHOC ELECTRIQUE AUX PERSONNES CE SYMBOLE A POUR BUT D AVERTIR L UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE D INSTRUCTIONS D UTILISATION ET DE MAINTENANCE DANS LES DOCUMENTS FOURNIS AVEC CE PRODUIT AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQU D INCENDIE ET DE DECHARGE ELECTRIQUE NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL A LA PLUIE OU A L HUMIDITE KA2 Manual_V2 indd 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Lire avec attention toutes les recommandations et pr cautions d emploi avant d utiliser ce produit Toutes les recommandations et pr cautions d emploi doivent tre conserv es afin de pouvoir s y reporter si n cessaire Lire et comprendre tous les avertissements num r s dans les pr cautions d emploi Suivre
10. nto the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture When the MAINS plug or an appliance couple is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Protective Ground Terminal The apparatus shall be connected to an AC main socket with a protective earth ground connection 147A3 11 50 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FRENCH Danger L exposition a des niveaux eleves de bruit peut provoquer une perte permanente de l audition Chaque organisme humain reagit differemment quant a la perte de l audition mais quasiment tout le monde subit une diminution de l acuite auditive lors d une exposition suffisamment longue au bruit intense Les autorites competentes en reglementation de bruit ont defini les expositions tolerees aux niveaux de bruits DURATION PER DAY HOURS 8 6 4 3 2 1 SOUND LEVEL dB 90 93 95 97 100 103 Selon les autorites toute exposition dans les limites citees ci dessus peuvent provoquer certaines pertes d audition Des bouchons ou protections dans l appareil auditif ou sur l oreille doivent etre portes lors de l utilisation de ce systeme d amplification afin de prevenir le risque de perte permanente de l audition Dans le cas d expositions superieures aux limites precitees 1l est reco
11. otectors while this unit is in operation CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE CHASSIS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIC NE PAS OUVRIR THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE ON NON INSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITURE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS KA2 Manual_V2 indd 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product All safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference Read and understanding all warnings listed on the operating instructions Follow all operating instructions to operate this product This product should not be used near water i e Bathtub sink swimming pool wet basement etc Only use dry cloth to clean this product Do not block and ventilation openings It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built in enclosure that will impe
12. toutes les pr cautions d emploi pour utiliser ce produit Ce produit ne doit pas tre utilis pr s d eau comme par exemple baignoires viers piscine sous sol humides Etc Utiliser exclusivement un chiffon sec pour nettoyer ce produit Ne bloqu r aucune ouverture de ventilation Ne pas placer le produit tout contre un mur ou dans une enceinte fern e cela g nerait le flux d air n cessaire au refroidissement Ne pas placer le produit pr s de toute source de chaeur telle que radiateurs arriv es d air chaud fourneaux ou autres appareils g n rant de la chaleur incluant les amplificateurs producteurs de chaleur Ne pas n gliger la s curit que procure un branchement polaris ou avec raccordement la terre Un branchement polaris comprend deux fiches dont l une est plus large que l autre Un branchement la terre comprend deux fiches plus une troisi me reli e la terre Si la fiche secteur fournie ne s insert pas dans votre prise de courant consulter un lectricien afin de remplacer votre prise obsolete Prot ger le cordon d alimentation de tout crasement ou pincement particuli rement au niveau des fiches des r ceptacles utilis s et l endroit de sortie de l appareil Ne pas casser la fiche de terre du cordon d alimentation Utiliser uniquement les accessoires sp cifi s par le constructeur Utiliser uniquement avec le chariot de transport le support le tr pied la z console ou la table sp
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