INSTALLATION MANUAL B-BAND A2.2 XOM™ ONBOARD PREAMP WITH B-BAND UST AND AST TRANSDUCER This is a basic installation manual and tip sheet. For more information, technical support, and pictures of installations about all B-Band products please check the B-Band website at www.b-band.com or contact your B-Band dealer, distributor or B-Band directly.
DEAR CUSTOMER, Thank you very much for purchasing this state-of-the-art B-Band® acoustic transducer system. B-Band takes care to provide the highest quality product and is manufactured and supported in true spirit of acoustic instrument aficionados. The outstanding sound reproduction of B-Band transducers is based on the technology of a very special, worldwide-patented material that is exclusive to B-Band. This material is very different from, and has nothing to do with, piezo-electric films or transducers.
1. SAFETY AND PRODUCT CAUTIONS Although B-Band products could be easy to install by following these instructions carefully and checking the B-Band website and references, we highly recommend the installation be done by a professional qualified guitar craftsman or technician. Some installations require a high knowledge about woodworking and guitar structure. B-BAND LTD AND B-BAND, INC.
B-Band model #: 29R UST width: 3.0 mm (.118” (1/8”)) For operation of the A2.2 see the User’s Guide at the end of these instructions. 3. OVERVIEW OF A2.2 PREAMP WITH XOM 4. PACKAGE CONTENTS The A2.2 is an onboard preamp with a remote soundhole control panel that has a volume and XOM mix control. This dual input / mono output preamp works only with B-Band UST and AST pickups.
• • • • • • • • • • • have smaller a bridge plate than others and the AST may be too large to fit in front of the pins. In this case the AST can be installed behind the bridge pins. If the bridge plate does not extend enough behind the pins, it can be installed on the top of the guitar, right next to the bridge plate. When installed behind the bridge pins you will hear more of the "top" of the guitar when the balance is turned to UST / AST XOM position.
.2 Drilling hole for UST parallel under the bridge. The AST should be placed so that the AST is on the bass side of the brace running parallel to the strings and that part of the active area of the AST, that has the lead to the preamp, goes on the brace for the bridge. If the brace there is too tall put the AST in front of the brace. Please read the instructions carefully and adapt them to the installation. For UST check the inside of the guitar to find the position of the braces.
inserting a 9-volt battery in and out of it to learn how it works. Once this is checked, find a convenient place inside the guitar where the battery holder can be reached and that there is good access to the snap. Also check that it is in a place that the battery can be put in and out easily. small holes on each connector of the transducer and battery cable harness should point upwards. If UST or AST is connected improperly a loud audible hum will occur. Make sure that they are connected correctly. 7.
9. INSTALLING THE TRANSDUCERS AND REMOTE CONTROL 8. INSTALLING THE PREAMP For the next portion of the installation, be careful not to catch the pickup on anything as you work; inadvertent tugging may cause damage to the transducers or pull the connectors off the pin headers at the preamp. Install the UST up from inside the guitar through the hole in the saddle slot. It is easier to find the hole inside the guitar if you insert a small screwdriver or toothpick from the top through the hole as a guide.
For AST remove the adhesive protective layer from the AST. Then stick it firmly by holding and pressing with fingers for a short while. If necessary, you can remove the AST shortly after attaching, but be careful when doing this. Carefully lift under the edge of the AST, with your fingernail, and work it off slowly. Don’t attempt to lift the AST off by pulling on the transducer lead. Peel the adhesive off the wood, rather than peeling the pickup off the adhesive.
Using double stick tape, stick this first 5 mm (.20”) of the lead to the guitar. 10. TROUBLE SHOOTING 10.1 No sound at all or intermittent sound • Check the guitar cable and amplifier / mixer you are using. • Check that the battery is not discharged. If the sound is noisy or distorted, replace the battery. • Check that the transducer and battery connectors are inserted onto the pin headers of the preamp correctly. • Check that the plug is making good connection with the output jack.
problem is due to unequal pressure distribution, not bad mechanical contact. In this case, add the paper underneath the louder strings. Try this as the last choice because it is very time consuming and not so efficient. tight that you cannot pull it away with your fingers. • Check string angles behind the saddle. They should be about the same behind every string.
LED’s in this product are Class 1 in accordance to EN 60825-1. A2.2 USER GUIDE Before plugging in become familiar with the controls. Statement of EU Declaration of Conformity is available from manufacturer upon request. With the guitar in playing position- on your lap – feel for the wheels of the control panel at the soundhole. The control that is closer to the fret board is the volume. The control closer to the bridge is the XOM mix control.
B-BAND LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT MIX CONTROL CENTER BLEND UST SIDE OF MIX CONTROL XOM In the unlikely event that your product needs guarantee service, please contact your dealer, distributor or manufacturer. To avoid any unnecessary inconvenience on your part, we recommend you read this instruction manual carefully before seeking guarantee service.
to wear and tear. b) consumables (components that are expected to require periodic replacement during the lifetime of a product) c) damage or defects caused by use, operation or treatment of the product inconsistent with normal use d) damage or changes to the product as a result of: i.
liability limitations, the higher limitations apply. YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS RESERVED Consumers have legal (statutory) rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consumer products. This guarantee does not affect statutory rights you may have nor those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the person from whom you purchased the product. You may assert any rights you have at your sole discretion.
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