Electar Operation Manual Century 30DR Guitar amplifier

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Plug your guitar into the latest technology from the new millennium with the new CENTURY line of amplifiers from Electar! The CENTURY line combines the warmth and tone of a 'mil-spec' 12AU7 tube pre-amp with the reliability and convenience of a solid-state power section. The results are the BEST of both! Add to this… 2 channels (Clean and Lead),3-Band EQ, Digital Reverb, FX Send/Return, Headphone Out, External Speaker Out and Footswitch Inputs and you've got one powerful, great sounding amp!

Here's a list of the controls and their related function:


FRONT
Control Function
Input Plug your instrument in here using a standard ¼" instrument cable.

WARNING: It is a good idea to turn Volume 1 & Volume 2 to zero before unplugging and plugging in your instrument to avoid "popping"and possible damage to you speaker or ears.
Volume 1 This adjusts the volume of the "Clean" channel only.
Channel Select Switch Select between Channel 1(Clean) and Channel 2 (Drive).
Gain This adjusts the degree of distortion for the lead sound. Cleaner sound is achieved at a lower gain setting. Higher gain settings will produce more distortion and sustain. This control works in conjunction with Volume 2 control to set the overall volume of the "Drive" channel.
Volume 2 This adjusts the volume of the Drive Channel 2.
Treble Decreases or increases Treble frequency response in both channels. (+/-8dB @10kHz)
Mid Decreases or increases Middle frequency response in both channels. (+/-2.5dB @440Hz)
Bass Decreases or increases Bass frequency response in both channels. (-9dB/+1.5dB @100Hz)
Reverb Adjusts the amount of reverb signal mixed with the original "dry" signal for both the Clean and Drive channels.
On/Off switch Turns amplifier on & off. When on, the switch will illuminate.

BACK
Control Function
Headphone Used to connect headphones using a standard ¼" phone plug. Since headphones are typically stereo, we have made this output so that the signal is always mono and equally distributed between left and right. When used, the internal speaker is automatically turned OFF. The headphone output has been "cabinet voiced" to enhance the sound of the amplifier through headphones making it sound more "natural".

WARNING: Be SURE to turn your Volume 1 & Volume 2 to ZERO before plugging in headphones. This will avoid possible damage to your headphones and more importantly, your ears!! Also, prolonged listening at high levels may be hazardous to your hearing!!
External Speaker Out Using a standard ¼" speaker cable, you may connect another speaker here. The speaker (or speakers) should be rated at 8 ohms. Speakers with less or more ohms will result in reduced performance. When the external speaker out is used, the internal speaker is automatically disconnected and OFF.
Effect Return Connect this to the output jack on the external effect unit. This can also be used as a Preamp In.
Effect Send Connect to the input jack on an external effect unit. This can also be used as a Preamp Out.
Footswitch (Ch. select) For connection of single button, latched-type foot switch for remotely turning Reverb On & Off.

Specifications:
Output Power: 30W (RMS), 40W (Max)
PreAmp Tube: JAN Philips 12AU7 (mil-spec)
Speaker: 12" Electar Labs Speaker (8 ohm)
Effects Loop: Nominal Level -20dBm
Output Level –1k ohm
Input Impedence 16k ohm
Dimensions: 429mm (W) x 260mm (D) x 380mm (H)
16.9"(W) x 10.2" (D) x 15" (H)
Weight: 13 kg (28.6 lbs)
Power Consumption: 94 Watts
Basic Use: Turn the Master Volume control to zero and turn the On/Off switch to on. Using a standard ¼" instrument cable, plug your instrument into the Input jack of the amplifier. Slowly turn the Volume control up while playing until you are at your preferred volume level.

When the Channel Select Switch is OUT and the corresponding LED is OFF, you are using Channel 1 or the "Clean" channel. In this mode, only Volume 1 will effect the sound. Conversely, when the Channel Select Switch is IN, you are using Channel 2 or the "Drive" channel. In this mode, Gain adjusts the amount of distortion and Volume 2 adjusts the amount of channel volume. You should use Channel 1 when you want a "clean" sound (ie: Pop, Country, etc.) and Channel 2 when you want a "Drive" or distortion sound (ie: Rock, Metal, etc.). You can operate the Channel Select Switch remotely using a "latched" type footswitch such as the Electar model FS-1L. This will allow you to change between channels while you are playing with your foot.

WARNING:
If amplifier fails to function, please contact a qualified technician. Do not attempt to service it yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Under no circumstances remove the back panel of the amplifier while it is connected to main supply. To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock DO NOT expose this equipment to rain or moisture. This equipment must be grounded.

Warranty Information:
This Electar product is warranted by MusicYo.com. Details regarding this warranty are located on their website at www.MusicYo.com. If you are experiencing problems or have questions, please email MusicYo.com at orders@musicyo.com.





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