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400RB-III Series
Table of Contents
Operating Instructions 3
Turn On / Calibration Procedure 20
Schematics 21
Bill of Materials 22
Note: As of 1/99, there are no Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for this model. New ECOs will be re-
leased as they are issued.
400RB Series
Table of Contents
Table Of Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 3
Quick Start.......................................................................5
Sound Tips....................................................................... 6
Safety Information.......................................................... 7
Installation and Maintenance........................................ 8
Front Panel Controls..................................................... 9
Rear Panel Controls...................................................... 10
400RB Series Combos...................................................11
Tech Talk.......................................................................12
Specifications................................................................. 14
Notes.............................................................................. 15
Gallien-Krueger
2240 Paragon Dr.
San Jose, CA, 95131
phone: 408-441-7970
fax: 408-441-8085
www.gallien-krueger.com
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Congratulations
Your purchase of a new Gallien-Krueger 400RB Series If your 400RB Series amplifier or combo did not
product is surely the result of much careful consider- come with all the items listed, or if you encounter
ation on your part. For our part, we at Gallien- problems while setting up your new equipment,
Introduction
Krueger are pleased that you chose us, and are please contact your local dealer, or us as soon as
determined that you will be a satisfied customer. In possible at:
choosing a 400RB Series product, you own an
amplifier with many unique features, that can take Gallien-Krueger, Inc.
you where you have never been before. 2240 Paragon Drive
San Jose, CA 95131
To get the most out of your new purchase please take a phone: (408) 441-7970
few minutes to read through this manual. If you are in a fax: (408) 441-8085
hurry, we suggest you at least read through the Quick Internet: www.gallien-krueger.com
Start section before setting up your new rig. This will Email: sales@gallien.com
help get you started and give you a few quick tips, but is
not a substitute for reading the rest of the manual. We wish you a lifetime of good playing and remem-
ber to always have fun!
Your amplifier should have come with the following
items, please check the contents of the box to ensure that
you have everything.
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Always Listening
I have never seen the point in doing things the way
others have done them. I also have not been very
interested in following the latest fad. I am a
Introduction
Robert Gallien
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Quick Start
Quick Start
basics and give you a good start for setting up your
sound.
First: Now:
Set the power switch to Off and connect the supplied Set the master control to 12 o’clock and slowly bring
power cable from the amplifier AC receptacle to an AC the Master volume up. Do not turn the Volume
power outlet of proper voltage and power rating (see control in the input section past 12 o’clock unless you
safety information on page 7 for details). want an overdrive effect. If you have a bass with
passive electronics make sure the controls are all the
Next: way up. If you have a bass with active electronics,
Connect your speaker cabinets to the amplifier turn all of the EQ controls on the bass to the middle
outputs marked 240W. Be sure not to exceed the or flat position.
recommended speaker load listed below.
At This Point:
Maximum Recommended Speaker Load: You should be hearing your bass quite well. You can
One 4 Ohm, or two 8 Ohm cabinets. use the Volume and Master to achieve a comfortable
sound level. Remember: If you need more volume,
If you are using an RBH series cabinet, set the turn up the Master control first.
crossover switch to full range.
Then:
Set all EQ controls and the Boost control to 12
o’clock. The Voicing Filters should be turned all the
way down to get a flat response. Set the Volume and
Master Volumes at 0. If you have a five string bass,
push the button marked String Bass in.
Next:
Using an instrument cable, connect your bass to the
Input jack and turn the power switch on and play. If
the clip LED flashes, push the button marked -10db
in. This will prevent you from overdriving the preamp.
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Sound Tips
searching for.
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400RB Series
Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage and Amperage Before Do Not Use Extension Cords:
Safety Information
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord
Use:
supplied with your unit. If a replacement cord is
Your new 400RB Series Bass Amp has been factory
used, make certain that it is of consistent quality
.
configured for use with:
120 Volt/60Hz 20 Amp circuit for USA &
and gauge as the original. We do not recommend
using extension cords with this product. As with all
. Canada.
230 Volt/50Hz 10 Amp circuit for Europe
electrical devices, do not run power cords under
rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them.
. & Australia.
100 Volt/50Hz 20 Amp circuit for Japan.
Damaged power cords should be replaced immedi-
ately with cords meeting factory specifications.
Proper AC circuit for all other countries.
Connecting the amplifier to a line with specifications
other than indicated above can create a safety and fire Handle The AC Power Cord Gently:
hazard, and may damage the amplifier. If you have any When disconnecting the power cord from an AC
questions about the voltage requirements for your outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If
specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, you do not intend to use the amplifier for a consid-
contact your dealer before plugging the unit into a wall erable length of time, disconnect the plug from the
outlet. AC outlet.
Verify AC Circuit Capacity Before Use: Do Not Open The Amplifier Enclosure:
The high power output of your amplifier may require There are no user-serviceable components inside
heavy current draw under Full-Load conditions. To this product. Opening the amplifier enclosure may
insure proper performance and avoid potential safety present a shock hazard, and modification to the
hazards, we recommend connection to line circuits with product will void your warranty. If liquid enters the
Amperage specified “as above”. Connecting multiple unit, or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire,
amplifiers to the same circuit, or connecting the ampli- or staple accidentally falls inside the enclosure,
fier to the same circuit used by other heavy-power disconnect the unit from the AC power source
devices, such as high-wattage lights, may cause circuit immediately and consult an authorized service
breakers to trip. It is always a good idea to avoid using station.
any audio equipment on the same AC circuit as equip-
ment with motors, such as air conditioners or refrig- Unpacking:
erators. This will lessen to possibility of power The carton and packing materials used in shipping
variation and electrical start-up noise affecting your your new amplifier were specially designed to
sound. cushion it from the shocks and vibration that occur
during transport. We suggest that you save the
carton and packing materials for use in shipping,
in the event you move, or the amplifier needs repair.
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Installation and Maintenance
Installation & Maintenance
Installation:
. To insure proper operation and to avoid
potential safety hazards, place the unit on a
Cleaning:
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft and
dry cloth. If necessary, first wipe the surface with a
firm, level surface. When installing the unit soft cloth slightly dampened with mild, soapy water,
in a rack, be sure the mounting hardware can followed by a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe
support the amplifier’s weight. To save space immediately with a dry cloth. Never use benzene,
in your rack, the 400RB’s feet can be thinner, alcohol, or other volatile cleaning agents.
removed using a Philips head screwdriver.
. Make certain that proper space is provided
for ventilation. The 400RB Series requires at
Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the
finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticides near
the unit.
least ½ inch clearance above for proper
ventilation. Never block the fan vent holes in Maintenance:
the top or front of the amplifier. If the Your new amplifier is rugged. It was built to give you a
amplifier will be installed in a rack or other lifetime of trouble-free operation, if it is operated in
enclosed area, make sure that there is accordance with the instructions contained in this
sufficient air movement within the enclosure manual. The only maintenance required is cleaning. If
to allow proper cooling. Consult your dealer you are going to move your amplifier around frequently,
for more information.
. Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold
locations, and areas that are exposed to direct
we recommend a road case to protect it from scratches
and road wear.
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Rear Panel Controls
1- AC Receptacle:
The power cord is detachable and plugs in here.
2- 240W Jacks:
240W power amp output for Full-Range operation
only. They deliver 240 watts into 4 Ohms. Lower
impedances should not be used. Each jack has a
minimum of 8 Ohms each. Higher impedances such
as 8 Ohms, 16 Ohms, or No Load are acceptable. No
damage will result from operating the amplifier with
the speakers disconnected.
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400RB Series Combos
Speaker Configurations:
400RB/112 One 8 Ohm 12″speaker
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Tech Talk
.
these important features:
Extremely high current power supply and
power amp circuitry, gets the sound
Equalization:
The sound you want is in your head, but you just
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400RB Series
Tech Talk
Tech Talk
noise. As the amp works harder, the fan speed increases
The Contour control tunes between two different to keep everything cool.
shaping circuits, with greatly different response. With
the control all the way up, the low end is slightly Smart Protection Circuitry:
boosted, the mids are dropped and the high end is The 400RB’s protection circuitry constantly monitors
pushed up. This is a contour response not available for unsafe operating conditions such as short circuits,
with a normal equalizer, and is only found in GK miswired speaker cables, blown speakers, improper
amplifiers. ventilation and incorrect speaker configurations. In
addition, protection is provided during power up/
The way a Bass amp deals with the instrument low string power down. If the 400RB senses any unsafe operat-
is a critical part of it’s sound. In fact, a five string ing conditions, the output signal is immediately
instrument requires an entirely different low end re- muted and the power light changes from Green to
sponse than a four string instrument. No equalizer can Red. The amplifier will remain muted until the fault
make the necessary adjustments to accommodate both, is removed. If the protection circuit activates while
however the String Bass button on the 400RB Series playing, turn the amplifier off and check the ampli-
does just that. When it is out, the 400RB is voiced like fier speaker output connections. Be sure that you are
the 800RB (worlds classic four string amp). Push it not exceeding the maximum recommend load
in and the 400RB is voiced for five string instruments. described in this manual. If the problem persists,
For some playing styles you may want it in, even with contact GK directly for technical advice.
a four string instrument…at least now, you have a
choice! Low Noise Operation:
The 400RB Series uses a high gain, high headroom,
“G.I.V.E.” Technology: low noise input stage. It has such a large dynamic
As in all GK pre-amps, the 400RB Series pre-amp range (60v p-p) that very few instruments can
incorporates what we call G.I.V.E (Gate Induced Valve overdrive it. Even most basses with “active” electron-
Effect) Technology. We use field effect devices with ics do not need the input attenuator to be set. The
the gate biased in a way that emphasizes the optimum benefit to you is less hiss from your horn, and overall,
harmonic content of the signal. less noise.
In Closing:
You should now have a thorough understanding of
how your new 400RB Series amplifier works and what
advantages it can offer you in getting “your” sound.
We thank you for reading the Owner’s Manual and
wish you the best of times! Please send us your
comments via www.gallien-krueger.com or email us
at sales@gallien.com.
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Block Diagram
Specifications
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400RBIII BASS AMPLIFIER
TURN-ON PROCEDURE
SETUP:
1. Variac on zero
2. Top cover of amplifier removed (for easy access to the amplifier outputs)
3. Oscilloscope probe (GND) to chassis ground and (+) to tip of ¼” output jack.
4. Set the volts/div of the oscilloscope to 20V and the time base to 1ms
5. Turn bias pot R21 on the power amp board all the way down (counter-clockwise)
6. Connect a DMM, set to 20mV scale DC, to the 2-pin BIAS header on the power amp
7. Set the VOICING FILTERS and the main VOLUME to zero, all other controls to 10, and all
switches OUT
8. Set the function generator to output a 200 Hz, 5mV (-46 dBV) sine wave
1. With the amplifier power switch on, slowly raise the Variac voltage to 60V, the
power LED should switch from RED to GREEN. Observe the ammeter for excessive
current draw (idle current should not exceed 2A)
2. Raise the Variac to 120V
3. Adjust trim-pot R21 to obtain a steady, 5mV reading on the DMM
4. Connect the amp output to a 4 ohm non-inductive dummy load
5. Connect the function generator to the INPUT jack of the amplifier
6. Raise the main VOLUME for slight clipping on the output, approximately 33Vrms
7. Press the –10 dB switch IN. The output should drop to approximately 13Vrms
8. Press the –10 dB switch OUT. Turn the BOOST to zero. Output should be 3.8Vrms
9. Turn the WOOFER MASTER to zero, output should be 0 volts
10. Turn the main VOLUME back down to zero
1. Set the VOICING FILTERS to zero, all other controls to the center (12 o’clock) and all switches out.
2. Disconnect the load from the amplifier output.
3. Change the ‘scope setting to 2V/Div and 1ms time base.
4. Set the function generator to output a 200 Hz square wave at 5mVrms (-46 dBV)
5. Turn the CONTOUR to 10 and compare the output to Figure 3 on the waveforms
page. Turn the CONTOUR back to zero
6. Turn the PRESENCE to 10 and compare the output to Figure 4. Turn the
PRESENCE back to zero
7. One at a time, turn each ACTIVE EQ knob all the way up and all the way down and
compare the output to the corresponding figures on the waveforms page. Remember to reset each knob to its center (12 o’clock) position
before proceeding to the next tone control
NOISE TEST:
END OF PROCEDURE
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400RB-III INDENTED BILL OF MATERIALS 1/26/00-SW
1 091-0008-0 FUSE,5MM,5A,125V,FAST,UL,CSA 1
1 095-0005-0 CORD,IEC,3X18GA,10A,6',DOM 1
1 100-0042-0 HANDLE,RUBBER,6.5" 1
2 010-0000-0 2SC3381BL,NPNX2,80V,100MA,2-10M1B 1 Q4
2 020-0004-0 1N755A,ZENER,7.5V,500MW,DO-35 1 D7
2 030-2103-0 CAP,CER,AX,103,10%,50V,X7R 1 C3
2 093-0025-0 HDR,.1X2,VERT,MALE,LOCK,GOLD 1 P4
2 093-0051-0 HDR,2MMX2,VERT,MALE,LOCK 1 P1
2 093-2005-0 HDR,2MMX7,VERT,SHROUDED 1 P2
1 111-8061-0 TR-BOLT,4-40,3/8,PHP,CAD 8
1 153-0105-0 LABEL,BLANK,.9"X.25" 2
2 025-0012-0 LED,RED/GRN,5MM,630NM/560NM,15MCD/15MCD 1 D1
2 025-0101-0 LED,GRN,3MM,565NM,6MCD,10MA,40DEG 1 D8
2 030-2102-0 CAP,CER,AX,102,10%,50V,X7R 1 C1
2 093-0051-0 HDR,2MMX2,VERT,MALE,LOCK 1 J3
2 093-2005-0 HDR,2MMX7,VERT,SHROUDED 1 J4
2 100-0119-0 SPACER,LED,NYLON,.250" 3