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User Guide for Harley Benton AC TrueTone Effect Pedal
Quick guide for the Harley Benton AC TrueTone effect pedal. Learn about controls, power requirements, safety instructions, and technical specifications for your guitar pedal.
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Quick guide from the manual
The Harley Benton AC TrueTone is an analogue overdrive effect pedal designed for electric guitars. It requires a 9V DC power supply or a 9V block battery. The device features a True Bypass switch and a 3-band EQ for sound shaping. Always ensure the power supply matches the device's voltage and polarity requirements before connection.
Features
- Analogue overdrive effect pedal for electric guitars.
- 3-band EQ controls (Low, Mid, High).
- Level, Voice, and Drive controls for sound shaping.
- Powered by a 9V block battery or an external 9V DC power adapter.
Controls and connections
- IN: 1/4" jack socket for connecting your instrument.
- LED: Indicates pedal status. If the LED is dim or off during use, the battery is exhausted and needs replacement.
- TRUE BYPASS: Foot switch to enable or disable the pedal effect.
- OUT: 1/4" jack socket for connecting to an amplifier.
- DC 9V: Connection for an external 9V DC power supply. Using an external supply automatically cuts off the battery power.
- LOW, MID, HIGH: EQ controls to adjust the respective frequency bands.
- VOICE: Adjusts frequency response and distortion characteristics.
- DRIVE: Sets the degree of distortion.
Safety and maintenance
General handling:
- Never use force when handling the product.
- Do not immerse the product in water. Clean only with a dry cloth; do not use liquid cleaners like benzene or thinners.
- Avoid extreme temperatures, humidity, or dusty areas.
Battery and power safety:
- Ensure correct polarity when inserting batteries.
- Remove batteries if the device will not be used for a long period to prevent leakage damage.
- Ensure the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
- Unplug the power supply during electrical storms or long periods of inactivity.
Technical specifications
- Input/Output connections: 1/4" jack sockets.
- Input impedance: 1 MΩ.
- Output impedance: 1 kΩ.
- Current consumption: 3.8 mA.
- Power supply: 9V DC (centre negative) or 9V block battery.
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 97 mm × 55 mm × 120 mm.
- Weight: 390 g.
- Ambient conditions: 0 °C to 40 °C, 20% to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing).
Practical help
Common problems
LED is dim or off
The battery is exhausted and must be replaced.
No sound output
Ensure the pedal is engaged via the True Bypass switch and that cables are securely connected to the IN and OUT jacks.
Potential damage from battery leakage
Remove the battery if the device will not be used for an extended period.
Before use
- Verify that the power source (battery or adapter) is 9V DC.
- Ensure the power adapter polarity is centre negative.
- Check that the environment is dry and free from extreme temperatures.
- Connect your instrument to the IN jack and your amplifier to the OUT jack.
- Ensure the pedal is placed on a stable surface.
Specs in practice
- Input impedance: 1 MΩ
- Optimized for electric guitar pickups to maintain signal integrity.
- Current consumption: 3.8 mA
- Indicates low power draw, suitable for battery operation.
- Degree of protection: IP20
- The device is for indoor use only and is not waterproof.
- Polarity: Centre negative
- Essential requirement for the DC 9V power adapter; incorrect polarity may damage the device.
Model compatibility
- Requires 9V block battery (not included).
- Requires 9V DC power adapter (not included, centre negative).
- Designed for instruments with electromagnetic pickups.
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