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Owner’s Manual

MICRO-VR

Solid State

Bass Guitar Amplifier

Summary of content (8 pages)

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MICRO-VR Solid State Bass Guitar Amplifier Owner’s Manual
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...........................................................................3 The Front Panel.....................................................................4 The Rear Panel......................................................................5 System Block Diagram...........................................................6 Service Information................................................................6 Technical Specifications............
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier Introduction Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of an Ampeg Micro-VR bass guitar amplifier. This no-compromise amplifier packs 200 watts of solid-state MOS-FET fury, a switching power supply and the classical good looks and features of our renowned SVT Series amplifier head. The Micro-VR amplifier is designed as an ideal companion to the SVT 210AV cabinet, available separately.
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier The Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. INPUT: The signal output from an instrument (active or passive) may be connected to this 1/4" input by means of a shielded instrument cable. 2. –15 dB PAD: Press this switch in to reduce the input signal by 15 dB and compensate for higher output sources. This attenuation is suited for use with basses that have active electronics or high-output pickups. Use this pad if you notice the peak LED [3] comes on regularly.
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier 10. LIMIT LED: This LED illuminates when the limiter circuit is activated, indicating that the amplifier is nearing full output and the limiter is keeping peak signals from clipping the output. If you notice that the LED is turning on regularly, reduce the volume or the EQ levels to prevent damage to your speakers. 11. AUDIO IN: The audio output from linelevel sources such as an iPod®, MP3, or CD player, can connect to this 1/8" TRS stereo input.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier The Rear Panel 14 15 16 14. IEC POWER INPUT CONNECTOR: This is where you connect the supplied AC power cord. Before plugging in the power cord, make sure that the voltage selector switch [15] is set to the same voltage as your local AC mains. 15. VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH: Make sure the switch is in the correct position for your local AC mains voltage before you plug in the AC power cord.
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier System Block Diagram PEAK LED PEAK DETECTOR 15 dB PAD INPUT PREAMPLIFIER GAIN TONE CONTROLS TREBLE MIDRANGE BASS XLR BALANCED LINE OUTPUT SEND EFFECTS LOOP RETURN LIMIT LED LIMITER POWER AMPLIFIER SPEAKER OUTPUTS VOLUME AUDIO INPUT (STEREO) RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT PHONES OUTPUT Service Information If you are having a problem with your Micro-VR, you can go to our website (www.ampeg.
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Micro-VR Bass Guitar Amplifier MICRO-VR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Output Power Rating 150 watts rms @ 8 ohms, 5% THD 200 watts rms @ 4 ohms, 5% THD Signal to Noise Ratio 72 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz, unweighted) Maximum Gain 62 dB, tone controls centered Tone Controls Bass: +14/–12 dB @ 40 Hz Midrange: +5/–13 dB @ 500 Hz Treble: +19/–25 dB @ 8 kHz Power Requirements 100–120 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 150 W 220–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 150 W Size (H x W x D) 7.