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The Palmer POCKET AMP ACOUSTIC is a versatile portable preamp designed for acoustic guitars, basses, and other acoustic string instruments. It offers extensive sound shaping options, making it suitable for various applications including live performances, recording sessions, and practice. This device accommodates both piezo and magnetic pickups and features a 3-band EQ with semi-parametric mid control specifically tuned for acoustic instruments. It also includes an input limiter to prevent transient distortion and a 5-position rotary notch filter to eliminate resonant frequency feedback.
Émbaran Kasalametan
- Baca sadaya parentah sateuacan ngoperasikeun alat.
- Ulah ngalaan unit ka hujan atawa Uap.
- Ulah muka casing; euweuh bagian-pamaké-serviceable jero.
- Use only the specified power adapter (9V DC, 200mA, center negative) or a 9V battery.
- Jauhkeun unit tina sumber panas sareng sinar panonpoé langsung.
- Pastikeun ventilasi ditangtoskeun pikeun nyegah overheating.
Eusi pakét
- Palmer POCKET AMP AKUSTIK Portabel Praamp Unit
- Manual pangguna (dokumén ieu)
Note: A 9V power adapter and 9V battery are not included and must be purchased separately.
Produk Leuwihview
The Palmer POCKET AMP ACOUSTIC features a robust diecast enclosure with heavy-duty footswitch and clear LED status indicators. Below are detailed views of the unit's controls and connections.
Gambar 1: Gemblengna View of the Palmer POCKET AMP AKUSTIK. This image displays the compact design of the preamp, highlighting its various knobs and switches on the top panel, and the input/output jacks on the front and rear.
Gambar 2: Kontrol Panel Luhur. Ieu view shows the main control surface, including the Gain, Bass, Mid (Level and Freq), Highs, Notch Hz, Blend, and Volume knobs. Also visible are the Mode, D.I., F.SW., and Style switches, along with the footswitch and status LEDs.
Figure 3: Front Panel Connections. This image details the front-facing jacks: the Input (with Normal/PAD -12dB switch), Phones output, Aux In, and Thru output. These connections are essential for instrument input, monitoring, external audio input, and connecting to a tuner or another amppangagung.
Gambar 4: Sambungan Panel Rear. Ieu view illustrates the rear connections, including the balanced XLR DI Out (with Lift/GND and Normal/Inverted switches), FX Insert (Tip-Send, Ring-Return), and the DC 9V power input (200mA, center negative).
Disetél
- Sambungan Daya: Insert a fresh 9V battery into the battery compartment or connect a compatible 9V DC (200mA, center negative) power adapter to the DC 9V input jack on the rear panel.
- Input Instrumen: Connect your acoustic instrument (guitar, bass, ukulele, etc.) to the Input jack on the front panel using a standard 1/4" instrument cable. If your instrument has a high-output signal, engage the PAD -12dB switch to prevent clipping.
- Konéksi Kaluaran:
- Ka Amplifier/Tuner: Nyambungkeun Ngalangkungan jack ka anjeun amplifier or tuner. This output can be assigned via the F.SW. (Footswitch) for mute or bypass functions.
- To Mixer/PA System: Use the balanced XLR DI Kaluar on the rear panel to connect to a mixing console or PA system. The DI switch allows you to select between pre-processed (PRE) or post-processed (POST) signal. Use the Lift/GND switch to eliminate ground hum if present. The Normal / Tibalik switch can help with phase issues.
- Headphones/Aux In: For silent practice, connect headphones to the Telepon output. To play along with external audio, connect a media player to the Aux Di jack.
- Effects Loop (Optional): To integrate external effects pedals, connect a TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) splitter cable to the FX Selapkeun jack on the rear panel. The Tip will be Send (to effect input) and the Ring will be Return (from effect output).
Parentah Operasi
Kontrol jeung switch
- Keuntungan: Adjusts the input sensitivity and overall signal level.
- Bass, Mid (Level & Freq), Highs: 3-band equalizer for tone shaping. The Mid control is semi-parametric, allowing you to select the center frequency (Freq) and then boost or cut its level.
- Notch Hz: A 5-position rotary filter designed to eliminate resonant frequency feedback. Rotate to find and suppress problematic frequencies.
- Adun: Mixes the direct (unprocessed) signal with the processed signal.
- Vol: Ngadalikeun volume kaluaran sakabéh.
- Pindah mode: Selects the input pickup type for optimal impedance matching:
- A.B. (Acoustic Bass): Optimized for acoustic bass pickups.
- A.G. (Acoustic Guitar): Optimized for acoustic guitar pickups.
- Magn. (Magnetic): For magnetic pickups.
- D.I. Switch (PRE/POST): Determines whether the balanced XLR DI Out sends a signal before (PRE) or after (POST) the preamp's tone shaping and effects.
- F.SW. Switch (MUTE/BYPASS): Configures the footswitch function. In MUTE mode, the footswitch mutes the output. In BYPASS mode, it bypasses the preamp's processing.
- Style Switch (FLAT/MODERN/VINTAGE): Selects between different sound characteristics:
- datar: A neutral, uncolored sound.
- MODÉN: A crisp, contemporary sound.
- VINTAGE: A warm, classic sound.
Operasi Dasar
- Ensure all connections are secure and the unit is powered.
- Nyetél Modus switch according to your instrument's pickup type.
- Start with all EQ knobs (Bass, Mid, Highs) at their center (0) positions, Nyampur at 100% Wet, and Vol at a low setting.
- Saeutik demi saeutik ningkatkeun Keuntungan until the signal/peak LED indicates a strong signal without constant clipping. If clipping occurs, reduce Gain or engage the PAD -12dB switch.
- Saluyukeun Vol knob to achieve the desired output level.
- Ékspérimén jeung Gaya switch to find your preferred overall sound characteristic.
- Ngagunakeun éta Bass, Mid, jeung Luhur controls to fine-tune your tone. For the Mid control, sweep the Frek knob to locate the desired frequency range, then adjust the Tingkat to boost or cut.
- If feedback occurs, slowly rotate the Notch Hz knob until the feedback is eliminated.
- Saluyukeun Nyampur knob to mix in more or less of the direct signal, if desired.
Pangropéa
- beberesih: Anggo lawon anu lemes sareng garing pikeun ngabersihkeun unit ieu. Entong nganggo pembersih atanapi pelarut anu abrasif.
- Ngagantian batré: When the battery indicator LED dims or the unit stops functioning, replace the 9V battery. Disconnect power and instrument cables before opening the battery compartment.
- Panyimpenan: Store the unit in a dry, cool place away from extreme temperatures and humidity when not in use for extended periods.
Pamérésan masalah
| Masalah | Mungkin Cukang lantaranana | Solusi |
|---|---|---|
| Taya kaluaran sora | No power; incorrect connections; volume too low; footswitch in MUTE mode. | Check battery or power adapter; verify all cables are correctly connected; increase Vol knob; check F.SW. setting. |
| Sora distort | Gain too high; PAD -12dB not engaged for high-output instruments. | Reduce Gain; engage PAD -12dB switch. |
| Feedback/Humming noise | Resonant frequencies; ground loop. | Adjust Notch Hz knob; engage Lift/GND switch on DI Out; check instrument cable shielding. |
| DI Out not working | Faulty XLR cable; incorrect D.I. switch setting. | Test with a different XLR cable; ensure D.I. switch is set to PRE or POST as desired. |
spésifikasi
- Jumlah modél: PEPAMPACSTC
- Beurat barang: 14.1 ons
- Ukuran produk: 3.74 x 5 x 1.3 inci
- Alat anu cocog: Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, Double Bass
- Tipe Panyambung: 6.35mm Jack (Input, Phones, Aux In, Thru, FX Insert), XLR (DI Out)
- Tipe Bahan: logam
- Kaluaran Wattage: 5 Watts (This likely refers to an internal amplifier for headphone output, not a speaker output)
- Sumber Daya: 9V Battery or DC 9V (200mA, center negative) Power Supply
- warna: Berwarna
Garansi sareng Rojongan
Palmer products are designed and manufactured to high-quality standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Palmer website. For technical support or service inquiries, please contact your local Palmer dealer or distributor. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.
