User manual SUMMIT TD-100

[. . . ] Summit Audio Model TD-100 Instrument Preamp and Tube Direct Box Operation Manual Summit Audio, Inc. Carmel, CA 93922 (831) 728-1302 email: sound@summitaudio. com Introduction The TD-100 is a single channel direct box and instrument preamp featuring a hybrid signal path utilizing a solid state output device and a 12AX7A/ECC83 vacuum tube. This unique combination of of solid state and vacuum tube technology gives the TD-100 the benefits of both worlds: the high reliability and long life of solid state and the warm overtones associated with vacuum tubes. [. . . ] You can set this control to match the TD-100 to the impedance of your instrument or as a kind of tone control. In practical use you'll set this control to get the sound you like best. Signal LED This green LED lights to indicate a proper level at the input. Drive LED This amber LED lights to indicate clipping on the input. Output Gain Control This control varies the output gain. (0dB input level) Power This switch toggles AC power on and off. Important - Please Read! The TD-100 contains a vacuum tube which generates heat. Do not block the cooling holes on the top of the TD-100 and always allow adequate ventilation when mounting the unit in a rack enclosure. 4 Summit Audio, Inc. Rear Panel Rear Panel CLASS A -TUBE INSTRUMENT PRE-AMP MODEL TD-100 20 WATTS MAX PHONES BALANCED OUTPUTS PIN2+ FUSE 115V 50/60 HZ SUMMIT AUDIO INC. Receptacle The TD-100 is factory wired for either 100, 115 or 230 Volts AC. Before connecting AC power make sure the TD-100 is wired for the voltage used in your country. Headphone Output Use the TD-100 as a practice amp by inserting your headphones here. Use the Output Gain control and the instrument's volume control to control the volume. 1/4" TRS Line Level Output This is a balanced/unbalanced 1/4" high level output designed to interface with your recording device, compressor or EQ without adding a preamplifier. Simply plug in a mono phone plug to use this output unbalanced. XLR Mic Level Output This is a balanced low level output used for injecting the TD100 into another preamplifier. Pin 2 is positive (+). Model TD-100 Tube Direct Box 5 Basic Operation Basic Operation Important: For proper operation of the TD-100 (or any vacuum tube device for that matter), allow the unit to warm up with power on for 15 minutes before use. Just Plug-in & Go 1. Connect either the rear panel balanced Mic or Line output to the input of your mixer or recorder. (An unbalanced cable can be used with the Line Level output. ) Adjust the Output Gain for an optimal signal level. 5. Important: Do not block the cooling holes and allow adequate ventilation. 6 Summit Audio, Inc. Applications Applications Live Sound A direct box or "DI" (direct input) is used to take a high impedance instrument signal and transform it into a balanced, low impedance output. In the example below, the Direct Output feeds the Bass Amp and the low impedance, balanced microphone output is sent to the mixing console. Direct Box Connection Model TD-100 Tube Direct Box 7 Applications Using the TD-100 as an Instrument Preamp You can use the TD-100 to go directly to your recording device for an ultra-quiet sound. The output is already amplified so there's no need to re-route through your mixer. The line level output of the TD-100 is ideal for interfacing with any other effects you wish to use. Balanced To Recorder Input 8 Summit Audio, Inc. Applications Using the TD-100 and TLA-50 together For a great bass or guitar channel, try using the Summit Audio TD-100 instrument preamp and tube direct box in conjunction with the TLA-50. Plug your instrument into the front panel of the TD-100 and run an XLR or 1/4" cable from the output of the TD-100 to the input of the TLA-50. [. . . ] Maximum input level is +24dBu unbalanced. Noise 20kHz unweighted -121 dBu minimum gain position Distortion THD, IMD 0. 07% at +10 dBu Frequency Response -/+0. 01dB, 10Hz to 100kHz 12 Summit Audio, Inc. Specifications Power Internal AC Supply 20 watts 115 volts 50 or 60 Hz Fuse size is . 5 amp, slo-blo for 100/115 V Fuse size is . 25 amp, slo-blo at 230 V Dimensions W: 8. 5", H: 1. 75", D: 8. 5" (Two units fit side by side on a standard one-space rack shelf. ) Weight 7 pounds (3. 15 kg) Model TD-100 Tube Direct Box 13 Summit Audio, Inc. Carmel, CA 93922 web page: www. summitaudio. com email: sound@summitaudio. com Please fill in and mail your warranty card today. We will provide periodic updates, links, announcements and even free stuff. [. . . ]