Piperlime VB -3 User's Manual
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1. Tube Bass Amplifier 300W All gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product CAUTION Risk of electrical shock DO NOT OPEN CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel WARNING To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids such as vases should not be placed on this apparatus Before using this apparatus read the operating guide for further warnings Este s mbolo tiene el prop sito de alertar al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto y que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para constituir riesgo de descarga el ctrica Este s mbolo tiene el prop sito de alertar al usario de la presencia de instruccones importantes sobre la operaci n y mantenimiento en la informaci n que viene con el producto PRECAUCION Riesgo de descarga el ctrica NO ABRIR PRECAUCION Para disminuir el riesgo de descarga el ctrica no abra la cubierta2. Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack rear support should be provided Note for UK only If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the terminals in your plug proceed as follows a The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is marked by the letter E the earth symbol colored green or colored green and yellow b The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black c The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or the color red This electrical apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and care should be taken not to place objects containing liquids such as vases upon the apparatus The on off switch in this unit does not break both sides of the primary mains Hazardous energy can be present inside the chassis when the on off switch is in the off position The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable 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
3. 5 odBV O 100k Ohms 15dB pad engaged Compression Ratio Unity to XX XX variable Rotary Low Mid High EQ Low amp High shelving Baxendall circuit Low corner frequency XXHz High corner frequency XXHz Mid cut only frequency centers 200 450 600 or 800 Hz Graphic EQ Nine constant Q filters with 15dB cut or boost Centers at 40 63 100 160 250 400 800 1 6k and 3 2kHz Effects Loop Sensitivity Send 0 90V rms 1 odBVO 80k Ohms Return 0 90V rms 1 odBVO 1Meg Ohms Preamp Out Sensitivity 3 0V rms 10dBV 80kOhms XLR Line Out Level 12 o clock 75 Ohms electronically balanced Pre EQ Send XXmV rms XXdBV Post EQ Send XXmV rms XXdBV Footswitch Functions Channel Select Compression Graphic EQ Mute Dimensions amp Weight 11 25 H x 22 50 W x 11 25 D 37 0 lbs PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY EFFECTIVE DATE JANUARY 1 2009 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 dam age 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
4. Dieses Symbol soll den Anwender vor unisolierten gef hrlichen Spannungen innerhalb des Geh uses warnen die von Ausreichender St rke sind um einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen zu k nnen Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer auf wichtige Instruktionen in der Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam machen die Handhabung und Wartung des Produkts betreffen VORSICHT Risiko Elektrischer Schlag Nicht ffnen VORSICHT Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden nicht die Abdeckung enfernen Es befinden sich keine Teile darin die vom Anwender repariert werden k nnten Reparaturen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchfiihren lassen WARNUNG Um elektrischen Schlag oder Brandgefahr zu verhindern sollte dieser Apparat nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden und Gegenst nde mit Fliissigkeiten gefuellt wie Vasen nicht auf diesen Apparat gesetzt werden Bevor dieser Apparat verwendet wird lesen Sie bitte den Funktionsfiihrer fiir weitere Warnungen IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electrical products basic cautions should always be followed including the following Ke xt Y NE 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings C Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with manufacturer s in
5. weigh in at an extremely modest 37 pounds 17 kilograms This guide was written by bass players to help you understand the many features of the VB 3 and to aid you in getting the most out of your amp FEATURES 300 watts rms into 2 4 or 8 Ohms e Total weight of just 37 lbs e 8 x EL34 power tubes 3 x 12AX7 amp 2 x 12AT7 preamp tubes e Universal switching power supply for use in any country e Top box construction e Dual channel Volume Overdrive Low Mid Shift High Master e LED indicators for active Volume or Overdrive control footswitchable e Bright switch e Low Cut switch e Tube compressor w level control defeat switch and LED footswitchable e Constant Q 9 band graphic EQ w defeat switch and LED footswitchable e Master volume e Master Resonance and Presence controls for frequency selective speaker damping e 15 dB Pad switch e Footswitchable mute switch blue panel LED flashes when muted e Power and Standby switches e Backlighted front panel w dimmer control e Buffered tuner send e Master effects loop e Preamp in Power amp out loop e XLR direct out w ground lift switch amp pre post EQ switch e XLR direct out level control e Two paralleled Neutrik 1 4 Speakon combo speaker jacks e 2 4 8 ohm impedance selector switch Front Panel VOLUME OVERDRIVE LOW MID HIGH CHANNEL 40 63 0 55 0 5 4 6 4 6 4 6 4 3 Bor ze za 730073007 15 15 2 8 2 2 g 82 9 8 Z SA NA
6. DDD EI 0 10 0 10 oo 0 0 00 E 15 dB BRIGHT COMPRESSION LOW MID SHIFT GRAPHIC Y PAD 456 CUT 450 600 EQ 8 m 3 m 7 200 5 800 de o s ei ell IN 245 O 15 MUTE ENABLE 3 INPUT o 10 O 1 INPUT JACK 1 4 phone jack for connection of your instrument to the amplifier 15 DB PAD Engaging this switch reduces the input signal by 15 dB to reduce potential distor tion on the input when using active basses or passive basses with particularly hot pickups BRIGHT SWITCH Engaging this switch boosts the high frequency response of the input circuit on both channels It is used to accentuate highs above 3 kHz or to emphasize high end response CHANNEL SWITCH When engaged this switch activates the overdrive mode of the preamp Note This switch must be depressed for the remote switch to operate MUTE SWITCH Mutes the output of the amp but still allows use of the TUNER jack on the rear of the amp When engaged blue LED above the MUTE switch flashes Note This switch must be depressed for the remote switch to operate VOLUME Controls the preamp input drive when CLEAN mode is active which is indicated by the green LED to the upper left of the VOLUME knob When this mode is ac tive the CHANNEL LED on the footswitch is off OVERDRIVE GAIN CONTROL Controls the preamp input drive when OVERDRIVE mode is active which is indi cated by the red LED to the upper left of the OVERDRIVE control When this
7. No hay piezas tiles dentro Deje todo mantenimiento en manos del personal t cnico cualificado ADVERTENCIA Para prevenir choque electrico o riesgo de incendios este aparato no se debe exponer a la lluvia o a la humedad Los objetos llenos de liquidos como los floreros no se deben colocar encima de este aparato Antes de usar este aparato lea la guia de funcionamiento para otras advertencias Ce symbole est utilis dans ce manuel pour indiquer a Putilisateur la pr sence d une tension dangereuse pouvant tre d amplitude suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc lectrique Ce symbole est utilis dans ce manuel pour indiquer a Putilisateur qu il ou qu elle trouvera d importantes instructions concernant l utilisation et Pentretien de l appareil dans le paragraphe signal ATTENTION Risques de choc lectrique NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION Afin de r duire le risque de choc lectrique ne pas enlever le couvercle Il ne se trouve l int rieur aucune pi ce pouvant tre repar e par l utilisateur Confiez l entretien et la r paration de l appareil un r parateur Peavey agr AVIS Dans le but de reduire les risques d incendie ou de decharge electrique cet appareil ne doit pas etre expose a la pluie ou a l humidite et aucun objet rempli de liquide tel qu un vase ne doit etre pose sur celui ci Avant d utiliser de cet appareil lisez attentivement le guide fonctionnant pour avertissements suppl mentaires
8. be connected to an independent circuit capable of continuously supporting at least 15 amps This is particularly critical for sustained high power applications If the outlet used does not have a ground pin a suitable adapter should be used and the third wire grounded properly All apparatus with class 1 construction shall be connected toa mains socket with a protective earthing connection Never break off the grounding pin on any equipment It is provided for your safety The use of extension cords should be avoided but if necessary always use a three wire type with at least 4 AWG wire size Always use a qualified electri cian to install any electrical equipment To prevent the risk of shock or fire hazard always be sure the amplifier and all associated equipment is properly grounded NOTE For UK Only If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows 1 The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is marked by the letter E the Earth symbol colored green or green and yellow 2 The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black 3 The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or the color red A FUSE HOLDER This is the main fuse for the amplifier If this fuse blows unplug
9. high frequencies LOW CUT SWITCH This switch engages a passive low cut circuit to filter extreme low frequencies pre EQ to allow for more headroom at higher gain settings ID SHIFT SWITCH Switches the center frequency of the MID control to 800 600 450 and 200 Hz GRAPHIC EQ SWITCH This switch places the GRAPHIC EQ into the signal path in it s in position de noted by the LED to the right of the switch and provides a total bypass in it s out position NOTE This switch must be depressed for the remote switch to operate GRAPHIC EQUALIZER The VB 3 utilizes a footswitchable solid state 9 band constant Q graphic equaliz er to allow for optimal tone shaping for which the GRAPHIC EQ SWITCH can provide a total bypass The frequency centers were chosen to have more harmonically pleasing centers rather than being evenly spaced for the sake of convention Each slider provides 15dB of cut or boost in each respective band MASTER VOLUME CONTROL Controls the overall volume level of the amplifier RESONANCE CONTROL Adjusts the low frequency damping factor of the power amplifier which gives the amp a tighter sound when fully dialed counter clockwise and an increasingly looser sound when adjusted clockwise PRESENCE CONTROL Adjusts the high frequency damping factor of the power amplifier which gives the amp a mellow character when fully counter clockwise and more of biting or forward character when rotated cl
10. 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 Duration Guitars Basses Amplifiers Pre Amplifiers Mixers Electronic Crossovers and Equalizers 2 years 3 years Drums 2 years year Enclosures 2 years 3 years Digital Effect Devices year year Microphones 2 years Speaker Components including speakers baskets drivers I year diaphragm replacement kits and passive crossovers Rockmaster Series Strum n Fun Vectra Rotor OCC Stage Pack I year GT amp BT Series Amps Retro Fire Metal Maker and Iron Wing Tubes and Meters 90 days Cables Limited Lifetime 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 What Peavey Will Do 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 T
11. 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 go 92 95 97 100 1 102 ap me o 00 105 12 110 1 4 or less 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 WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE ACHTUNG Beim Einsatz von Elektroger ten m ssen u a grundlegende Vorsichtsma nahmen befolgt werden SON NN EEE Ne UN Se 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 CE Lesen Sie sich diese Anweisungen durch Bewahren Sie diese Anweisungen auf Beachten Sie alle Warnungen Befolgen Sie alle Anweisungen Setzen Sie dieses Ger t nicht in der N he von Wasser ein Reinigen Sie es nur mit einem trockenen Tuch Blockieren Sie keine der L ft
12. CK Seven pin DIN input for channel switching compression graphic EQ and mute with included footswitch POWER AMP INPUT This jack provides a direct connection to the input of the power amp section and can also be used in conjunction with the PREAMP OUTPUT jack as an auxiliary loop for higher level effects or a master volume pedal EFFECTS RETURN This jack provides a low level return for outboard effects outputs and can also be used as a low level power amp input LIGHTS This control sets the intensity of the front panel backlighting TUNER SEND This jack may be used to send a straight buffered signal to an electronic tuner or it can be used as a signal pass through to send a signal to another amplifier for bi amping This jack is always active when the power is ON PRE POST EQ SWITCH When this switch is in the OUT position the DI is driven from the first tube stage before the EQ When the switch is in the IN position the Dl is driven from the output of the preamp after the graphic EQ LINE OUT This balanced XLR output provides a direct connection to a mixer or recording device LINE OUT GROUND LIFT SWITCH Sets the LINE OUT ground to be either common with the amplifier out or lifted from the amplifier in for the purpose of ground loop and hum elimination LINE OUT LEVEL This control sets the level of the LINE OUT jack that is sent to the respective mixer or recording device EFFECTS SEND This jack provides a low leve
13. acuda a personal de servicio cualificado Se requieren reparaciones cuando el aparato ha sido da ado de alguna manera como cuando el cable de alimentaci n o el enchufe se han da ado alg n l quido ha sido derramado o alg n objeto ha ca do dentro del aparato el aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o la humedad no funciona de manera normal o ha sufrido una ca da Nunca retire la patilla de Tierra Escr banos para obtener nuestro folleto gratuito Shock Hazard and Grounding Peligro de Electrocuci n y Toma a Tierra Conecte el aparato s lo a una fuente de alimentaci n del tipo marcado al lado del cable de alimentaci n Si este producto va a ser enracado con m s equipo use alg n tipo de apoyo trasero Nota para el Reino Unido solamente Si los colores de los cables en el enchufe principal de esta unidad no corresponden con los terminales en su enchufe proceda de la siguiente manera a El cable de color verde y azul debe ser conectado al terminal que est marcado con la letra E el s mbolo de Tierra earth coloreado en verde o en verde y amarillo b El cable coloreado en azul debe ser conectado al terminal que est marcado con la letra N o el color negro c El cable coloreado en marr n debe ser conectado al terminal que est marcado con la letra Lo el color rojo Este aparato el ctrico no debe ser sometido a ning n tipo de goteo o salpicadura y se debe tener cuidado para no poner objetos que contengan l quidos com
14. ake 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 amp 80 East Meridian MS 39301 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 exclusi
15. are minimal e The eight power tube heaters are connected in complementary pairs as depicted on the rear panel If one filament fails its complement is disconnected as well resulting in less power while maintaining balanced current through the power amp 12 Tube Complement amp Functions For best performance use only tube types specified V1 12AX7 ECC83 7025 A Input gain stage B 2nd gain stage Overdrive boost V2 12AX7 ECC83 7025 A Low amp High make up gain Mid driver B Compressor Graphic EQ driver V3 12AT7 ECC81 A Graphic EQ return Effects Send driver B Effects return Preamp Out driver V4 12AX7 ECC83 7025 A Power Amp input make up gain driver B Split load phase inverter V5 12AT7 ECC81 A Push follower for power tube drive B Pull follower for power tube drive V6 V13 EL34 6CA7 6L6GC Optional Output tubes Power Amp Section Rated Power amp Load 300W rms into 2 4 or 8 Ohms selectable impedance Power Amp Input Sensitivity 3 0V rms 10dBv O 500k Ohms Hum amp Noise Greater than XXdB below rated power Power Consumption 1000W rms 100 240VAC 50 60Hz Preamp Section The measurements were made at the following settings unless otherwise noted Volume 5 Overdrive o All front panel switches OUT Low Mid High 5 Mid Shift 450Hz Graphic Sliders o Master 5 Resonance 0 Presence 0 13 Preamp Input Sensitivity nominal 3 0V rms 10dBV O 4 0Meg Ohms 0 18V rms
16. en auf dem Ger t abgestellt werden Der Netzschalter in dieser Einheit bricht beide Seiten von den prim ren Haupleitungen nicht Gerf hrliche Energie kann anwesend innerhalb des Chassis sein wenn her Netzschalter im ab Poistion ist Die Hauptleitungen st pseln zu oder Ger tkupplung ist benutzt w hrend das Vorrichtung abschaltet das schaltet Vorrichtung wird bleiben sogleich hantierbar ab Belastung durch extrem hohe L rmpegel kann zu dauerhaftem Geh rverlust f hren Die Anf lligkeit f r durch L rm bedingten Geh rverlust ist von Mensch zu Mensch verschieden das Geh r wird jedoch bei jedem in gewissem Ma e gesch digt der ber einen bestimmten Zeitraum ausreichend starkem L rm ausgesetzt ist Die US Arbeitsschutzbeh rde Occupational and Health Administration OSHA hat die folgenden zul ssigen Pegel f r L rmbelastung festgelegt Dauer pro Tag in Stunden Ger uschpegel dBA langsame Reaktion 8 90 6 92 4 95 3 97 2 100 112 102 1 105 L 110 14 oder weniger 115 Laut OSHA kann jede Belastung ber den obenstehenden zul ssigen Grenzwerten zu einem gewissen Geh rverlust f hren Sollte die Belastung die obenstehenden Grenzwerte iibersteigen miissen beim Betrieb dieses Verstarkungssystems Ohrenstopfen oder Schutzvorrichtungen im Geh rgang oder ber den Ohren getragen werden um einen dauerhaften Geh rverlust zu verhindern Um sich vor einer m glicherweise gef hrlichen Belastung durch hohe Schalldruck
17. est utilis comme le d brancher l appareil restera facilement op rable Une exposition de hauts niveaux sonores peut conduire des dommages de l coute irr versibles La susceptibilit au bruit varie consid rablement d un individu l autre mais une large majorit de la population exp riencera une perte de l coute apr s une exposition une forte puissance sonore pour une dur e prolong e L organisme de la sant am ricaine OSHA a produit le guide ci dessous en rapport la perte occasionn e Dur e par Jour heures Niveau sonore moyen dBA 8 90 6 92 4 95 3 97 2 100 112 102 1 105 12 110 14 ou inf rieur 115 D apr s les tudes men es par le OSHA toute exposition au del des limites d crites ce dessus entrainera des pertes de l coute chez la plupart des sujets Le port de syst me de protection casque oreilette de filtrage doit tre observ lors de l op ration cette unit ou des dommages irr versibles peuvent tre occasionn s Le port de ces syst mes doit tre observ par toutes personnes susceptibles d tre expo s es des conditions au del des limites d crites ci dessus GARDEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS CUIDADO Cuando use productos electr nicos debe tomar precauciones b sicas incluyendo las siguientes DONNE d Re 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES PARA SU SEGURIDAD C Lea estas
18. i Il est conseill de d connecter du secteur votre unit en cas d orage ou de dur e prolong e sans utilisation Seul un technicien agr par le fabriquant est m me de r parer contr ler votre unit Celle ci doit tre contr l e si elle a subit des dommages de manipulation d utilisation ou de stockage humidit Ne d connectez jamais la prise de terre de votre unit Si votre unit est destin e a etre mont e en rack des supports arriere doivent etre utilises Note pour les Royaumes Unis Si les couleurs de connecteurs du cable d alimentation ne correspond pas au guide de la prise secteur proc dez comme suit a Le connecteur vert et jaune doit tre connectrer au terminal not E indiquant la prise de terre ou correspondant aux couleurs verte ou verte et jaune du guide b Le connecteur Bleu doit tre connectrer au terminal not N correspondnat la couleur noire du guide c Le connecteur marron doit tre connectrer au terminal not L correspondant la couleur rouge du guide Cet quipement lectrique ne doit en aucun cas tre en contact avec un quelconque liquide et aucun objet contenant un liquide vase ou autre ne devrait tre pos sur celui ci L interrupter on off dans cette unit ne casse pas les deux c t s du primaire principal L nergie hasardeuse peut tre pre sente dans ch ssis quand l interrupter on off est dans le de la position Le bouchon principal ou atelage d appareil
19. instrucciones Guarde estas instrucciones Haga caso de todos los consejos Siga todas las instrucciones No usar este aparato cerca del agua Limpiar solamente con una tela seca No bloquear ninguna de las salidas de ventilaci n Instalar de acuerdo a las instrucciones del fabricante No instalar cerca de ninguna fuente de calor como radiadores estufas hornos u otros aparatos incluyendo amplificadores que produzcan calor No retire la patilla protectora del enchufe polarizado o de tipo a Tierra Un enchufe polarizado tiene dos puntas una de ellas m s ancha que la otra Un enchufe de tipo a Tierra tiene dos puntas y una tercera a Tierra La punta ancha la tercera se proporciona para su seguridad Si el enchufe proporcionado no encaja en su enchufe de red consulte a un electricista para que reemplaze su enchufe obsoleto Proteja el cable de alimentaci n para que no sea pisado o pinchado particularmente en los enchufes huecos y los puntos que salen del aparato Usar solamente a adidos accesorios proporcionados por el fabricante Usar solamente un carro pie tr pode o soporte especificado por el fabricante o vendido junto al aparato Cuando se use un carro tenga cuidado al mover el conjunto carro aparato para evitar que se da e en un vuelco No suspenda esta caja de ninguna manera Desenchufe este aparato durante tormentas o cuando no sea usado durante largos periodos de tiempo Para cualquier reparaci n
20. l send for outboard effects inputs and also be used as a low level send to an external power amp PREAMP OUTPUT This jack provides a direct connection from the output of the preamp section so that it can be slaved into an additional power amp and used as a send to compete a loop as described above in the POWER AMP INPUT description 11 Tube Replacement NOTES ON TUBE REPLACEMENT WARNING Never use ANY power tube type other than EL34 6CA7 KT77 or 6L6GCs Doing otherwise may result in damage to the amp unpredictable performance and or electric shock e Use or specify a matched octet 8 of EL34 6CA7 or 6L6GC power tubes depending on the setting of the internal bias switch e Have the bias set by a professional This should be done every time ANY of the power tubes are replaced If the bias is set wrong the amp will not put out maximum power the output will be more distorted and the tubes may not last as long If you are having it re biased for use with 6L6GC power tubes you should expect to get about 240 W rms of clean power output instead of the 300 W with the standard EL34 tubes e It is perfectly normal for power tubes like the EL34 type used in the VB 3 to emit a soft blue glow e It is widely accepted that new old stock NOS vacuum tubes are superior but this is not always the case While there are fantastic antique tubes available they are rare and very costly and in reality the actual benefits you receive
21. mode is active the CHANNEL LED on the footswitch is on red COMPRESSION CONTROL ENABLE SWITCH These are the user controls for the on board optical tube type compressor circuit When the ENABLE switch is engaged the COMPRESSION control is functional as indicated by the LED located above the ENABLE switch Note This switch must be depressed for the remote switch to operate When this mode is active the COMPRESSION LED on the footswitch is on green This compressor is highly level sensitive and triggered from the first tube stage so it has a wide range of compression to account for a variety of active and passive basses Although the trigger is before all EQ the compression occurs between the rotary EQ and graphic EQ to avoid clipping in the graphic and beyond LOW CONTROL Classic Baxendall shelving EQ control that cuts or boosts low frequencies MID CONTROL Tube buffered post Low High EQ control that cuts mid frequencies at the point set by the MID SHIFT switch 13 Flat mid response occurs at the maximum clockwise setting MASTER 100 160 250 400 800 1 6K 3 2K 5 TM 1 VB 3 z215 EE EWEN EE EEN EE 15 3 e 7 2 8 ALL TUBE NA BASS AMPLIFIER o STANDBY POWER o o o o o 0 RESONANCE PRESENCE 4 5 6 4 5 6 CH e e 15 iW o W 0 10 0 10 11 HIGH CONTROL Classic Baxendall shelving EQ control that cuts or boosts
22. n von qualifizierten Kundendiensttechnikern durchf hren Eine Wartung ist erforderlich wenn das Ger t in irgendeiner Art besch digt wurde etwa wenn das Netzkabel oder der Netzstecker besch digt wurden Fl ssigkeit oder Gegenst nde in das Ger t gelangt sind das Ger t Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt wurde nicht normal arbeitet oder heruntergefallen ist Der Erdungsstift darf nie entfernt werden Auf Wunsch senden wir Ihnen gerne unsere kostenlose Brosch re Shock Hazard and Grounding Gefahr durch elektrischen Schlag und Erdung zu Schlie en Sie nur an die Stromversorgung der Art an die am Ger t neben dem Netzkabel angegeben ist Wenn dieses Produkt in ein Ger te Rack eingebaut werden soll muss eine Versorgung ber die R ckseite eingerichtet werden Hinweis Nur f r Gro britannien Sollte die Farbe der Dr hte in der Netzleitung dieses Ger ts nicht mit den Klemmen in Ihrem Stecker bereinstimmen gehen Sie folgenderma en vor a Der gr n gelbe Draht muss an die mit E Symbol f r Erde markierte bzw gr ne oder gr n gelbe Klemme angeschlossen werden b Der blaue Draht muss an die mit N markierte bzw schwarze Klemme angeschlossen werden c Der braune Draht muss an die mit L markierte bzw rote Klemme angeschlossen werden Dieses Ger t darf nicht ungesch tzt Wassertropfen und Wasserspritzern ausgesetzt werden und es muss darauf geachtet werden dass keine mit Fl ssigkeiten gef llte Gegenst nde wie z B Blumenvas
23. o potencialmente peligrosa se recomienda que todas las personas expuestas a equipamiento capaz de producir altos niveles de presi n sonora tales como este sistema de amplificaci n se encuentren protegidas por protectores auditivos mientras esta uni dad est operando GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES ENGLISH VB 3 All Tube Bass Amplifier It s time to forget everything you know about tube bass amps The all new Peavey VB 3 all tube bass head sets the new standard for tube bass amplifiers With nearly infinite control over EQ and gain structure the VB 3 is the perfect centerpiece of your favorite tube bass rig The VB 3 utilizes a vintage 3 band Baxendall Mid Cut EQ in conjunction with a 9 band constant Q graphic plus bright and low cut switches to allow for just about any EQ curve imaginable without the complexity and noise of a parametric EQ The all tube optical compressor is a unique feed forward design that does it s duty between the two EQ sections to help tame extreme settings and allow full use of the graphic EQ The patented Resonance and Presence damping controls allow for multiple feels with different cabs and are useful to dial in tones for particular styles including tighter sounds that are not normally associated with tube amplifiers There are two channels to allow more or less preamp distortion Most ground breaking however is the introduction of a world compatible switching power supply that allows this 300 watt beast to
24. o vasos sobre el aparato El interruptor de en lejos en esta unidad no rompe ambos lados de la red primaria La energ a peligrosa puede ser presente dentro del chasis cuando el interruptor de en lejos est en el de la posici n El tap n de la red o el acoplador del aparato son utilizados como el desconecta dispositivo el desconecta dispositivo se quedar f cilmente operable La exposici n a altos niveles de ruido puede causar una p rdida permanente en la audici n La susceptibilidad a la p rdida de audici n provocada por el ruido var a seg n la persona pero casi todo el mundo perder algo de audici n si se expone a un nivel de ruido suficientemante intenso durante un tiempo determinado El Departamento para la Salud y para la Seguridad del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos OSHA ha especificado las siguientes exposiciones al ruido permisibles Duraci n por D a en Horas Nivel de Sonido dBA Respuesta Lenta 8 90 6 92 4 95 3 97 2 100 12 102 I 105 h 110 l4 o menos 115 De acuerdo al OSHA cualquier exposici n que exceda los l mites arriba indicados puede producir alg n tipo de p rdida en la audici n Protectores para los canales auditivos o tapones para los o dos deben ser usados cuando se opere con este sistema de sonido para preve nir una p rdida permanente en la audici n si la exposici n excede los l mites indicados m s arriba Para protegerse de una exposici n a altos niveles de sonid
25. ockwise STANDBY SWITCH This switch turns on the high voltage supply on or off with up being the ON posi tion The preamp and DI will still function when this switch is off TIP Always allow at least 5 minutes of warm up time before switching the STAND BY switch on This will improve performance and reliability of the power tubes POWER SWITCH Turns the unit on or off with up being the ON position Caution The on off switch in this unit does not break both sides of the primary mains Hazardous energy can be present inside the chassis even when the on off switch is in the OFF position Back Panel 10 LA O e TEL y POWER AMP e PRE AMP Baasch erg CAUTION REFER ALL SERVICING TO PEAVEY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER sis Sis is e me Dp ED GED GED CFD EEE O A es ae INPUT D D CD CD D D D aD EFFECTS LOOP CABINET IMPEDANCE D CD CRD CRD CD CRD CRD CD n o 2 D O E E GEE A CEE Es D D D D D D CD CD CD OUTPUTS Speaker Jacks Paralleled 4 or Speakon D D D D HD HD CD D yea A IEC POWER OUTLET Your AC mains cord plugs in here The VB 3 has a proprietary universal switch mode power supply that accepts AC line voltages from 100 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 60 Hz for correct operation in ANY country with the proper IEC mains cord plug U S Domestic AC Mains Cord The mains cord supplied with the unit is a heavy duty three conductor type with a conventional 120 VAC plug with ground pin It should
26. on 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 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OJ L 37 38 13 02 03 and defined in EN 50419 2005 The bar is the symbol for marking of new waste and EE is applied only to equipment manufactured after 13 August 2005 X Logo referenced in Directive 2002 96 EC Annex IV i 15 Features and specifications subject to change without notice Peavey Electronics Corporation e 5022 Hartley Peavey Drive e Meridian e MS 39305 601 483 5365 e FAX 601 486 1278 e www peavey com O2009 Printed in the U S A 2 09
27. pegel zu schiitzen wird allen Personen empfohlen die mit Ger ten arbeiten die wie dieses Verst rkungssystem hohe Schalldruckpegel erzeugen k nnen beim Betrieb dieses Ger ts einen Geh rschutz zu tragen BEWAHREN SIE DIESE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE AUF ATTENTION L utilisation de tout appareil lectrique doit tre soumise aux precautions d usage incluant ee OO EN E CS IN Ge RP H e N e O 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES DE SECURITE C Lire ces instructions Gardez ce manuel pour de futures r f rences Pr tez attention aux messages de pr cautions de ce manuel Suivez ces instructions N utilisez pas cette unit proche de plans d eau N utilisez qu un tissu sec pour le nettoyage de votre unit N obstruez pas les syst mes de refroidissement de votre unit et installez votre unit en fonction des instructions de ce manuel Ne positionnez pas votre unit proximit de toute source de chaleur Connectez toujours votre unit sur une alimentation munie de prise de terre utilisant le cordon d alimentation fourni Prot gez les connecteurs de votre unit et positionnez les cablages pour viter toutes d connexions accidentelles N utilisez que des fixations approuv es par le fabriquant Lors de l utilsation sur pied ou pole de support assurez dans le cas de d placement de l ensemble enceinte support de pr venir tout basculement intempestif de celui c
28. structions 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 If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories provided by the manufacturer 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 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply 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 Never break off the ground pin Write for our free booklet Shock Hazard and Grounding
29. the amplifier and switch the POWER and STANDBY switches off before attempting to replace it Use only the fuse specified Care should be taken when replacing this fuse as it could be a sign something is seriously wrong with the amplifier SPEAKER OUTPUT JACKS These are the main outputs of the power amplifier These are combination jacks that will accept either Neutrik Speakon connectors OR standard 1 4 inch jacks Both outputs are in PARALLEL External wiring connected to the output jacks should be made by an instructed person or use UL approved ready made leads or cords 10 IMPEDANCE SELECTOR SWITCH The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch is located on the rear of the unit There are output transformer taps for 2 4 and 8 ohm loads since these are the most com mon impedance requirements for bass cabinets Using the correct setting is important to ensure longer tube life and maximum performance It is best if this switch is configured while the amp is in standby mode Simply move the selector to the correct impedance setting Tip Ifyou are unsure about the impedance of your speaker enclosures just look on the back of your enclosures Usually you will see a 4 ohm or 8 ohm specifi cation Combining cabinets will change the impedance Ifyou use two 8 ohm cabinets at the same time in parallel you should use the 4 ohm setting and if you use two 4 ohm cabinets at the same time in parallel you should use the 2 ohm setting REMOTE SWITCH JA
30. ungs ffnungen F hren Sie die Installation gem den Anweisungen des Herstellers durch Installieren Sie das Ger t nicht neben W rmequellen wie Heizungen Heizger ten fen oder anderen Ger ten auch Verst rkern die W rme erzeugen Beeintr chtigen Sie nicht die Sicherheitswirkung des gepolten Steckers bzw des Erdungssteckers Ein gepolter Stecker weist zwei Stifte auf von denen einer breiter ist als der andere Ein Erdungsstecker weist zwei Stifte und einen dritten Erdungsstift auf Der breite Stift bzw der dritte Stift dient Ihrer Sicherheit Sollte der beiliegende Stecker nicht in Ihre Steckdose passen wenden Sie sich bitte an einen Elektriker um die ungeeignete Steckdose austauschen zu lassen Sch tzen Sie das Netzkabel sodass niemand darauf tritt oder es geknickt wird insbesondere an Steckern oder Buchsen und ihren Austrittsstellen aus dem Ger t Verwenden Sie nur die vom Hersteller erh ltlichen Zubeh rger te oder Zubeh rteile Verwenden Sie nur einen Wagen Stativ Dreifu Tr ger oder Tisch der den Angaben des Herstellers entspricht oder zusammen mit dem Ger t verkauft wurde Wird ein Wagen verwendet bewegen Sie den Wagen mit dem darauf befindlichen Ger t besonders vorsichtig damit er nicht umkippt und m glicherweise jemand verletzt wird Trennen Sie das Ger t w hrend eines Gewitters oder w hrend l ngerer Zeitr ume in denen es nicht benutzt wird von der Stromversorgung Lassen Sie s mtliche Wartungsarbeite
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