User Manual HBV 990 Electric Violin
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 General information.............................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 1.3 Symbols and signal words..............................................................
HBV 990 Electric Violin
General information 1 General information This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future refer‐ ence. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
General information Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: 1. Switch on the device. 2. Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. 3. Switch off the device. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions DANGER! Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of and are not in the reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the product. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children play unattended with the product.
Scope of delivery 3 Scope of delivery Thank you very much for purchasing this electric violin. The package includes the fol‐ lowing components: n n n n n n 1 × electric violin 1 × bridge (pre-assembled) 1 × strings set (pre-assembled) 1 × composite bow 1 × bow rosin 1 × suitable transport bag Assembling and tuning your instrument are described in detail in the following sec‐ tions.
Assembly instructions 4 Assembly instructions Overview A B $ C ) & ' ( * + , ö - % # A (front side) B (rear side) C (operating ele‐ ments) 1 Bridge 2 Chin rest 3 Machine heads C Operating elements 5 [MIC] Connector for microphones (3.5 mm jack, stereo). 6 [PHONE] Headphones socket (3.5 mm jack, stereo) 7 [LINEOUT] 6.
Assembly instructions 4.1 Tuning the strings Tune all strings with the machine heads using a tuner device to the correct pitch (usually g–d'–a'–e'').
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls CAUTION! Possible hearing damage Using headphones for a prolonged period and at high volume can cause hearing damage. Avoid using the device at high volume, especially when using head‐ phones. NOTICE! Risk of breakage, possible deformation When placing the instrument with the fretboard down, there is a risk of damaging the fingerboard and the tailpiece.
Connections and controls 5.1 Connecting and inserting the battery On delivery of the instrument, a suitable battery is enclosed. Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the instrument and connect the lead wire with correct polarity to the battery. Insert the battery into the battery com‐ partment and close the battery compartment cover.
Connections and controls NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period. 5.2 Connecting the instrument cable The connector for the instrument cable (1/4" jack, mono) is located at the side of the instrument. 5.3 Connecting headphones The connector for the headphone (3.5 mm jack, stereo) is located at the side of the instrument.
Maintenance 6 Maintenance 6.1 Changing strings Strings are subject to a natural aging process, which is also affected by the frequency of use of the instrument. Changing the strings is recommended if the sound quality of the instrument decreases audibly. Always replace the complete set of strings (strings of 4/4 length) and always go string by string. In this way you avoid a strong temporary bending of the neck due to reduced string tension.
Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications HBV 990BEM HBV 990BCF HBV 990GW HBV 990SKL Item no. 325869 325871 325875 325873 Colour Birds Eye Maple Black Carbon Fiber Grey Wood Skulls Scale approx. 32.6 cm Body material Maple Maple Basswood Maple Fretboard material Birch Neck material Maple Maple Basswood Maple Pick-up Active piezoceramic pick-up system with 9 V battery power supply Machine heads Machine heads Dimensions Total length: approx.
Technical specifications HBV 990BK HBV 990AM HBV 990WH HBV 990RD Maximum height: approx. 9 cm Weight 580 g, without battery HBV 990GBY HBV 990RGR HBV 990AMB HBV 990BLU Item no. 417284 417283 417280 417282 Colour Green + blue + yellow Red + green Amber Blue + black Scale approx. 32.
Plug and connection assignment 8 Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Cleaning 9 Cleaning Clean the instrument and especially the strings after playing with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth. Never use cleaners containing alcohol or thinner.
Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging material For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
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