User Manual for Mooer Hornet 15i 15 Watt Combo

Quick guide from the manual

This document provides essential instructions for the Mooer Hornet 15i 15 Watt Combo amplifier. It covers initial setup, connection procedures, control operations, and technical specifications. For advanced features, firmware updates, and tone editing, users are encouraged to download the MOOER iAMP App.

Safety Precautions

• Power Supply: Use only the original 18V 2.0A power supply to avoid noise or damage. Unplug during electrical storms or when idle for long periods.
• Environment: Avoid direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, high humidity, dust, magnetic fields, and strong vibrations.
• Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, alcohol, solvents, or chemical-impregnated cloths.
• Operation: Do not force knobs or switches. Keep debris out of the unit. Do not modify the unit without authorization.

Top Panel Layout and Controls

The amplifier features a Super Knob for primary control:

• Power On/Off: Rotate the Super Knob clockwise until it clicks to turn on. Rotate counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn off.
• Volume Control: When the amplifier is on, rotate the Super Knob clockwise to increase volume and counter-clockwise to decrease it.
• Preset Switching: Press the Super Knob to cycle through four preset patches (A, B, C, D). The LED color indicates the selected preset (Blue, Green, Pink, Red).

Connections

The amplifier includes the following ports:

• DC IN: Connect the 18V power supply here.
• USB-C: Used for OTG direct recording and audio playback via mobile devices.
• Headphone: 3.5mm TRS jack. Plugging in headphones automatically mutes the internal speaker.
• Input: 6.35mm TS jack for connecting your guitar or other electric instruments.

OTG Recording and Bluetooth

• OTG Recording: Connect your smartphone or tablet to the USB-C port using an OTG cable. Note that this is designed for mobile device recording and may require ASIO drivers if used with a Windows DAW.
• Bluetooth Playback: Enable Bluetooth on your mobile device, search for "Hornet 15i", and connect to stream audio.

App Control

The Hornet 15i supports the MOOER iAMP App. Connect via Bluetooth to access tone editing, preset management, and firmware updates. The app is available on Google Play and the App Store.

Technical Specifications

• Power: 15-watt class D amplifier.
• Speaker: 6.5-inch customized full-range flat-response speaker.
• Effects: 52 amp models, 49 effects.
• Looper: 80-second stereo looper.
• Dimensions: 290mm (D) x 173mm (W) x 255mm (H).
• Weight: 3kg.