1. Introduzzjoni
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II 40-Watt 1x12 Tube Combo Amp. It covers essential information for setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of your amplifier. The HT Club 40 Mark II features revoiced clean and overdrive channels, Blackstar's Infinite Shape Feature (ISF), two reverb textures, and a speaker-emulated output.
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your amplifier to ensure safe and correct usage.
2. Istruzzjonijiet Importanti dwar is-Sigurtà
- Aqra l-Istruzzjonijiet: Żomm dan il-manwal għal referenza futura.
- Oqgħod attent it-Twissijiet: Follow all warnings on the amplifier and in this manual.
- Ilma u Umdità: Tużax dan l-apparat ħdejn l-ilma jew tesponih għal taqtir jew titjir tal-ilma.
- Sħana: Tinstallax ħdejn xi sorsi tas-sħana bħal radjaturi, reġistri tas-sħana, stufi, jew apparat ieħor (inkluż amplifiers) li jipproduċu sħana.
- Korda tal-Enerġija: Ipproteġi l-korda tad-dawl milli jimxi fuqu jew maqrusa.
- Servizzi: Irreferi l-manutenzjoni kollha lil persunal tas-servizz kwalifikat. Is-servizz huwa meħtieġ meta l-apparat ikun ġie bil-ħsara b'xi mod, bħal korda tal-provvista tal-enerġija jew plagg ikun bil-ħsara, likwidu jkun inxtered jew oġġetti jkunu waqgħu fl-apparat, l-apparat ikun ġie espost għax-xita jew umdità, ma jaħdimx b'mod normali , jew twaqqgħet.
- Ventilazzjoni: Do not block any ventilation openings. Ensure proper airflow around the ampaktar ħaj.
- L-ertjar: Dan amplifier must be grounded. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
- Tubi: Tubu amplifiers operate at high voltages and generate significant heat. Do not attempt to replace tubes or service the internal components unless you are a qualified technician.
3. Prodott Aktarview
3.1 Kontrolli ta' Front Panel
Il-pannell ta' quddiem jipprovdi aċċess għall-kontrolli primarji kollha biex tifforma tiegħek ampton tal-lifer.
Immaġni: Quddiem view of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. Din l-immaġni turi l- amplifier's front face, including the Blackstar logo, speaker grille, and the entire control panel at the top. The control panel features input jacks, various knobs for Clean and Overdrive channels, EQ settings, Reverb, Master Volume, and Power/Standby switches.
- Input: Jack ta' 1/4" biex tqabbad il-kitarra tiegħek.
- Kanal Nadif:
- Volum: Jikkontrolla l-livell ġenerali tal-ħruġ tal-kanal nadif.
- Bass, Treble: Tone controls for the clean channel.
- Swiċċ tal-Vuċi: Alters the clean channel's voicing for different tonal characteristics.
- Overdrive Channel:
- Qligħ: Controls the amount of overdrive/distortion.
- Volum: Controls the overall output level of the overdrive channel.
- Bass, Nofsani, Treble: Tone controls for the overdrive channel.
- ISF (Karatteristika tal-Forma Infinita): Sweeps between a 'British' and 'American' ampton lifer.
- Swiċċ tal-Vuċi: Alters the overdrive channel's voicing.
- Reverb: Jikkontrolla l-livell tal-effett tar-reverb diġitali integrat.
- Volum Master: Jikkontrolla l-volum tal-output ġenerali tal- ampaktar ħaj.
- Swiċċ Standby: Il-postijiet amplifier in standby mode, allowing tubes to warm up or cool down without signal passing through.
- Swiċċ tal-Enerġija: Dawwar il- amplifier mixgħul jew mitfi.
3.2 Konnessjonijiet tal-Panew ta' wara
The rear panel provides various input and output connections for external devices and speaker configurations.
Immaġni: Wara view of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. This image shows the back of the amplifier, detailing the mains input, fuse holder, speaker outputs, emulated output, effects loop (send/return), footswitch input, and USB audio port.
- Input tal-mejn: For connecting the supplied power cable.
- HT Fuse: Main power fuse. Ensure correct rating is used for replacement.
- Riżultati tal-Ispeaker: Connections for external speaker cabinets. Ensure correct impedance matching (1x16 Ohm, 1x8 Ohm, 2x16 Ohm).
- Emulated Output: Provides a speaker-emulated signal for direct recording or connection to a PA system.
- Loop tal-Effetti (Ibgħat/Ritorn): Għall-konnessjoni ta' pedali jew proċessuri tal-effetti esterni.
- Swiċċ tas-saqajn: Input for the supplied 2-way footswitch to switch channels and reverb.
- Awdjo USB: For direct recording to a computer.
4. Setup
4.1 Spakkjar u Tqegħid
Neħħi bil-galbu ampl-lififikatur mill-imballaġġ tiegħu. Poġġi l- amplifier on a stable, level surface, ensuring adequate ventilation around the unit. Avoid placing it near heat sources or in direct sunlight.
4.2 Konnessjoni tal-Enerġija
- Tiżgura l- amplifier's power switch is in the 'OFF' position and the standby switch is in 'STANDBY'.
- Connect the supplied mains power cable to the 'Mains Input' on the rear panel and then to a suitable grounded power outlet.
4.3 Connecting Your Instrument and Speakers
- Connect your guitar to the 'Input' jack on the front panel using a high-quality instrument cable.
- If using an external speaker cabinet, connect it to the appropriate 'Speaker Outputs' on the rear panel, ensuring correct impedance matching. The internal speaker is 16 Ohm.
- For silent practice or recording, connect to the 'Emulated Output' or 'USB Audio' as needed.
5. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
5.1 Tixgħel u Mitfi
- Qawwa Mixgħul: With the standby switch in 'STANDBY', turn the 'Power' switch to 'ON'. Allow approximately 2-3 minutes for the tubes to warm up.
- After the warm-up period, switch the 'Standby' switch to 'ON' to activate the ampaktar ħaj.
- Itfi: Switch the 'Standby' switch to 'STANDBY'.
- Turn the 'Power' switch to 'OFF'.
5.2 Channel Operation
- Kanal Nadif: Use the 'Volume', 'Bass', and 'Treble' controls to dial in your desired clean tone. The 'Voice' switch provides additional tonal options.
- Overdrive Channel: Engage the overdrive channel using the footswitch or the front panel switch. Adjust 'Gain' for distortion level, 'Volume' for channel output, and 'Bass', 'Middle', 'Treble' for EQ. The 'ISF' control allows continuous blending between British and American amplifier characteristics. The 'Voice' switch offers further tonal variations.
5.3 Reverb and Master Volume
- Reverb: Adjust the 'Reverb' knob to control the amount of digital reverb applied to your sound.
- Volum Master: This control sets the overall output level of the amplifier, affecting both channels.
5.4 Emulated Output and USB Audio
- Emulated Output: Connect to a mixing console or recording interface for a speaker-emulated signal. This is useful for direct recording or live sound reinforcement without miking the speaker.
- Awdjo USB: Connect to your computer via a USB cable for direct digital recording. Refer to Blackstar's website for driver installation and software compatibility.
5.5 Power Reduction
The HT Club 40 Mark II features a power reduction option, allowing you to switch between 40 Watts and 4 Watts output. This is ideal for achieving saturated tube tones at lower volumes for home practice or smaller venues. Consult the amplifier's specific controls for engaging this feature, typically found on the rear panel or via a dedicated switch.
6. Manutenzjoni
6.1 Tindif
Naddaf il- amplifier's exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Ensure the ampL-alimentatur ikun skonnettjat qabel it-tindif.
6.2 Sostituzzjoni tat-Tubi
Vacuum tubes have a finite lifespan and will eventually need replacement. Symptoms of worn tubes include reduced output, loss of tone, or excessive noise. Due to high internal voltages and the need for proper biasing, tube replacement and biasing should only be performed by a qualified service technician. Incorrect biasing can lead to premature tube failure and damage to the ampaktar ħaj.
6.3 Kura Ġenerali
- Evita li tesponi l- amplifier għal temperaturi jew umdità estremi.
- Ittrasporta l- amplifier carefully to prevent physical damage.
- Always use appropriate speaker cables for connections; never use instrument cables for speakers.
7 Issolvi l-problemi
If you experience issues with your Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II, consult the following table. For problems not listed or if issues persist, contact qualified service personnel.
| Problema | Kawża Possibbli | Soluzzjoni |
|---|---|---|
| L-ebda ħoss | Power not on, standby engaged, faulty cable, speaker disconnected, faulty tube. | Ensure power is on and standby is disengaged. Check all cables. Verify speaker connection. Consult technician for tube issues. |
| Ħoss dgħajjef jew distort | Worn tubes, incorrect settings, faulty instrument/cable. | Check gain and volume settings. Test with a different instrument/cable. Consult technician for tube inspection/replacement. |
| Ħoss jew ħoss eċċessiv | Ground loop, faulty power supply, proximity to interference, worn tubes. | Ensure proper grounding. Try a different power outlet. Move away from other electronic devices. Consult technician for tube or internal component issues. |
| Scratchy knobs/pots | Dust or wear in potentiometers. | This can sometimes be resolved with specialized contact cleaner, but often indicates wear. If persistent, professional servicing may be required. |
| Overdrive gain jumpy/unresponsive | Faulty potentiometer or circuit issue. | This indicates a component fault. Professional servicing is required. |
8. Speċifikazzjonijiet
Detailed technical specifications for the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II ampaktar ħaj.
Image: Dimensions of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. L-immaġni turi l- amplifier from an angled perspective with arrows and numerical labels indicating its width (29.13"), height (24.8"), and depth (14.96").
| Karatteristika | Speċifikazzjoni |
|---|---|
| Numru tal-Mudell | 056309 |
| Output Wattage | 40 Watts (switchable to 4 Watts) |
| Speaker | 1x12 pulzier |
| Kanali | 2 (Clean, Overdrive) |
| Kontrolli | Volume, Bass, Treble (Clean); Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, ISF (Overdrive); Reverb Level, Master Volume |
| Effetti | Digital Reverb, Effects Loop |
| Konnettività | Guitar Input, Speaker Outputs (1x16 Ohm, 1x8 Ohm, 2x16 Ohm), Emulated Output, Footswitch, USB Audio |
| Dimensjonijiet tal-Prodott (L x W x H) | 14.96 x 29.13 x 24.8 pulzieri |
| Piż tal-oġġett | 62.5 liri |
| Apparati Kompatibbli | Kitarra |
| Materjal | Lead (Note: This refers to internal components, not external casing) |
| Manifattur | Blackstar |
| Data L-Ewwel Disponibbli | 1 ta’ Novembru, 2017 |
9. Garanzija u Appoġġ
Blackstar products are manufactured to the highest standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, terms, and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Blackstar Amplifikazzjoni websit.
For technical support, service inquiries, or to locate an authorized service center, please visit the Blackstar Amplification official website or contact their customer support directly. Always provide your product model number (056309) and serial number when seeking support.
Blackstar Amplification Official Websit: www.blackstaramps.com
