1. Fampidirana
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. Torolàlana manan-danja momba ny fiarovana
- Vakio ny toromarika: Tehirizo ity boky ity ho fanovozan-kevitra ho avy.
- Tandremo ny fampitandremana: Follow all warnings on the amplifier and in this manual.
- Rano & hamandoana: Aza ampiasaina akaikin'ny rano ity fitaovana ity ary aza atao amin'ny rano mitete na miparitaka.
- hafanana: Aza apetraka eo akaikin'ny loharanon'ny hafanana toy ny radiatera, rejistra hafanana, fatana, na fitaovana hafa (anisan'izany amplifiers) izay mamokatra hafanana.
- Tady herinaratra: Arovy ny tadin-jiro mba tsy ho voahitsakitsaka na voatsindrona.
- Serivisy: Alefaso amin'ny mpiasan'ny serivisy mahafeno fepetra ny serivisy rehetra. Ilaina ny serivisy rehefa simba amin'ny fomba rehetra ny fitaovana, toy ny tadin'ny famatsiana herinaratra na ny plug, simba ny ranon-javatra na ny zavatra nianjera tao amin'ny fitaovana, niharan'ny orana na ny hamandoana ny fitaovana, tsy mandeha ara-dalàna. , na efa nariana.
- rivotra: Do not block any ventilation openings. Ensure proper airflow around the ampLifer.
- Fandehanana: izany amplifier must be grounded. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
- Tube: Tube 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. Vokatra mihoatraview
3.1 Fanaraha-maso ny tontonana anoloana
The front panel provides access to all primary controls for shaping your ampny feon'i lifier.
Sary: Front view of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. This image displays the 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.
- Fampidirana: Jack 1/4" ho an'ny fampifandraisana ny gitara.
- Fantsona madio:
- Boky: Controls the overall output level of the clean channel.
- Bass, Treble: Tone controls for the clean channel.
- Voice Switch: Alters the clean channel's voicing for different tonal characteristics.
- Overdrive Channel:
- tombony: Mifehy ny habetsaky ny overdrive/distortion.
- Boky: Controls the overall output level of the overdrive channel.
- Bass, Afovoany, Treble: Tone controls for the overdrive channel.
- ISF (Infinite Shape Feature): Sweeps between a 'British' and 'American' amplifier tone.
- Voice Switch: Alters the overdrive channel's voicing.
- Reverb: Controls the level of the built-in digital reverb effect.
- Boky lehibe: Mifehy ny habetsaky ny famoahana ankapoben'ny ampLifer.
- Atsaharo ny Switch: Places the amplifier in standby mode, allowing tubes to warm up or cool down without signal passing through.
- Hery Switch: Mamadika ny amplifier na miala.
3.2 Fifandraisana amin'ny tontonana aoriana
The rear panel provides various input and output connections for external devices and speaker configurations.
Sary: aoriana 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.
- Fampidirana mains: For connecting the supplied power cable.
- HT Fuse: Main power fuse. Ensure correct rating is used for replacement.
- Fivoahan'ny mpandahateny: 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.
- Effects Loop (Send/Return): For connecting external effects pedals or processors.
- Footswitch: Input for the supplied 2-way footswitch to switch channels and reverb.
- USB Audio: For direct recording to a computer.
4. Fametrahana
4.1 Famoahana sy fametrahana
Esory am-pitandremana ny ampafo avy amin'ny fonosany. Apetraho ny amplifier on a stable, level surface, ensuring adequate ventilation around the unit. Avoid placing it near heat sources or in direct sunlight.
4.2 Fampifandraisana herinaratra
- Ataovy azo antoka ny 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. Torolàlana miasa
5.1 Mamelona sy mamono
- Herim-batana: 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 ampLifer.
- Mamono hery: Switch the 'Standby' switch to 'STANDBY'.
- Turn the 'Power' switch to 'OFF'.
5.2 Channel Operation
- Fantsona madio: 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.
- Boky lehibe: 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.
- USB Audio: 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 Fampihenana ny hery
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. Fikojakojana
6.1 Fanadiovana
Diovy ny amplifier's exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Ensure the ampEsory amin'ny herinaratra ny herinaratra alohan'ny hanadiovana azy.
6.2 Fanoloana fantsona
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 ampLifer.
6.3 Fikarakarana ankapobeny
- Fadio ny fampiharihariana ny ampLifier amin'ny hafanana tafahoatra na ny hamandoana.
- Transport ny amplifier carefully to prevent physical damage.
- Always use appropriate speaker cables for connections; never use instrument cables for speakers.
7. Famahana olana
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.
| OLANA | Antony mety hitranga | vahaolana |
|---|---|---|
| Tsy misy feo | 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. |
| Feo malemy na diso | Worn tubes, incorrect settings, faulty instrument/cable. | Check gain and volume settings. Test with a different instrument/cable. Consult technician for tube inspection/replacement. |
| Be loatra ny feo na ny feo mitabataba | 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. Famaritana
Detailed technical specifications for the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II ampLifer.
Image: Dimensions of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. The image shows the amplifier from an angled perspective with arrows and numerical labels indicating its width (29.13"), height (24.8"), and depth (14.96").
| endri-javatra | famaritana |
|---|---|
| Laharana modely | 056309 |
| Output Wattage | 40 Watts (switchable to 4 Watts) |
| gazety | 1x12 sy |
| fantsona | 2 (Clean, Overdrive) |
| fanaraha-maso | Volume, Bass, Treble (Clean); Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, ISF (Overdrive); Reverb Level, Master Volume |
| TSY MAHOMBY | Digital Reverb, Effects Loop |
| fifandraisana | Guitar Input, Speaker Outputs (1x16 Ohm, 1x8 Ohm, 2x16 Ohm), Emulated Output, Footswitch, USB Audio |
| Haben'ny vokatra (L x W x H) | 14.96 x 29.13 x 24.8 santimetatra |
| Lanja entana | 62.5 kg |
| Fitaovana mifanentana | Gitara |
| KEVITRA | Lead (Note: This refers to internal components, not external casing) |
| mpanamboatra | Blackstar |
| Daty misy voalohany | 1 Novambra 2017 |
9. Warranty sy fanohanana
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 Ampfanamasinana website.
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 Webtranokala: www.blackstaramps.com
