Eden Nemesis RS Series Combos Owner's Manual - Caution!

Manual is about: Bass Guitar Amplifiers

Summary of Nemesis RS Series Combos

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    Nemesis owners manual rs series combos bass guitar amplifiers the leader in bass amplification. © 05/18/2006 by u. S. Music corp. Bass guitar amplifier.

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    2 rs series combos operation manual publishing date 05-18-2006 foreword congratulations on the purchase of your new nemesis rs series combo amplifier system. All of us at eden are totally committed to providing you with the very best bass guitar systems in their class. Our goals are to offer you the...

  • Page 3: Caution!

    3 the nemesis line of amplifiers is the result of our research and development in combining high performance and compact size. Just as a skilled craftsman needs good quality tools that won't let him down on the job, so does a good musician. We hope you enjoy the tool we’ve created for you. Have fun;...

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    4 front panel features input jack – designed to accept a standard 1/4-inch mono phone plug. For best results use a high quality shielded cable to connect your instrument to the amplifier. The input is buffered and will handle standard passive, high level active, and piezo input signals. Mute indicat...

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    5 semi-parametric equalizer –allows you to dial in a specific frequency to enhance or cut. This feature is especially useful for upright and acoustic bass guitars that have a resonant frequency. Because we’ve included a bypass switch, you can also use it to create a second tone that is available ins...

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    6 back panel features amplifier power rating: rms output (with +3 db headroom): 200 watts @ 8 ohms 320 watts @ 4 ohms cooling system – your amplifier features a thermostatically controlled fan, which will switch on when the internal temperature reaches 130 degrees f. In low volume situations (into 8...

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    7 to convert your amplifier from us to european fusing, remove the fuse holder and insert a 2 amp slow blow fuse. Flip the fuse holder over and reinsert. Important note: in order to operate properly in parts of the world not listed above, your amplifier may require minor modifications. These modific...

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    8 recording out (d.I.) – this fully balanced xlr output allows you to send a pre- or post-eq signal to a recording or sound reinforcement mixing console. We use pin 2 hot configuration. Adjusting the master volume control will not affect this send. This output is designed to use with phantom powered...

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    9 we manufacture a broad array of enclosures to ensure the every bassist on the planet can find the perfect cabinets to match his or her playing style and personal tonal requirements. The rs combo line includes the following models: rs115 rs210 rs410 rs212 operating instructions mechanical and therm...

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    10 important note: before you plug in your unit for the first time, please do the following things. First, turn the power switch to the off position. Check the back of your unit for the correct voltage notation for your county of operation. Once you’ve ensured correct voltage, set the master volume ...

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    11 while playing your lowest note (or loudest), slowly turn the input gain up until the set level light begins to blink with regularity. If you go past 2 or 3 o’clock, you may engage the gain switch to better match the gain of your instrument to the amplifier. If you have disengaged the compressor a...

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    12 slowly bring the enhance control up while playing. If you turn it up close to 12:00 on the dial and still don’t have your sound, stop there. Return the enhance to off or leave it at no more than 12:00 and work with the eq section. Using the eq controls – before you begin to twiddle knobs, let’s t...

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    13 begin with the frequency control fully counterclockwise. Turn the level control to approximately 9:00. Now, while playing, rotate the frequency control to the right a little at a time. You should be able to easily hear the frequencies this first set of controls affects. Now, cut the level control...

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    14 (particularly cymbals and electric guitars) obscure the important upper harmonic content of your sound. As a result, you find that the eq settings that were so perfect at home lack definition in a live setting. On the other hand, the stage settings that worked so well sound harsh and/or thin in t...

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    15 more on speakers break-in period – we recommend that you use your rs combo at low to moderate volume levels for approximately ten hours before using it in a high volume situation. This will allow the suspension components to “seat” themselves and the speaker to break in. This is very similar in c...

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    16 headphone jack as a line driver – on some occasions (such as high- volume or outdoor situations) it may be desirable to use your rs combo along with an additional power amplifier and added cabinets. A standard shielded instrument cable may be used to connect from the headphone jack of the unit to...

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    17 dust removal – you should periodically inspect the ventilation openings on the top and sides of the unit to ensure that they have not become blocked by accumulated dust. Vacuum the openings to remove any dust buildup. Dust bunnies are definitely not cool. The magic smoke – few people realize just...

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    18 if you have any problems, please contact your local dealer or distributor, or call usm customer service at 1-800-ussound (1-800-877-6863). When you hear the voice prompt, press 1 on your keypad to be connected to the customer service call queue. International customers should contact their local ...

  • Page 19: My Favorite Settings

    19 my favorite settings setting 1____________________________________________________ setting 2____________________________________________________ setting 3____________________________________________________ setting 4____________________________________________________.

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    20 eden warranty who is covered by this warranty? Eden warranty - protects the original purchaser as long as your eden product has been purchased in t he united states . If your product h as been purchased outside the united sta t es, please contact your local eden dis t ributor for warra nty inform...