8. MP3 / Line In
This is a stereo mini jack input. Connect the output of your audio device here and
adjust the player's volume to match that of your guitar to enable you to play along.
NOTE: This connection is stereo, and will remain stereo from the Emulated Output
Stereo Jack Socket (6). All others outputs will mix the incoming stereo signal and
output a mono version.
9. Effects Loop Level
The Effects Loop Level switch sets the effects loop to either +4dBV/-10dBV, which
enables you to use it with either professional equipment (+4dBV setting), or with
guitar level effects such as effects pedals (-10dBV setting).
10. Effects Loop Return
Connect the (mono) output of an external effects unit here.
11. Effects Loop Send
Connect the (mono) input of an external effects unit here.
12. Footswitch
A 2-way footswitch can be connected here. The footswitch will enable the selection
of the Clean and Overdrive channels, and the two voices on each Channel.
NOTE: Using a footswitch will disable the front panel channel and voice switches.
Therefore, full control via the footswitch is granted irrespective of how the amplifier
is set.
EXTERNAL SWITCHING: This can also be used by people who wish to control
the main features of the amp using an external switching device that connects via
the TRS connection of the socket.
The following external conditions will switch the channels and voices as follows:
TIP
RING
Closed
Closed
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open
Open
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CHANNEL
VOICE
Clean
Voice 1
Clean
Voice 2
Overdrive
Voice 1
Overdrive
Voice 2
13. Emulated Output USB Socket
This B-type USB socket is for connection to a computer via a suitable lead (not
supplied). The output will be a stereo, fully processed guitar signal complete with
speaker cabinet emulation and stereo reverb.
Standard audio drivers are used to connect the amplifier to a PC, Mac or other
applicable recording device. No specific drivers are required.
For a guide on low latency USB recording visit:
www.blackstaramps.com/usbrecording
NOTE: Always connect the amplifier via a main USB port, often found on the rear of
the computer. The amplifier will appear as an audio capture device within recording
software.
14. Kensington Lock
Also known as a Kensington Security Slot or K-Slot this is a specifically sized hole
for connecting a compatible Kensington Lock to secure the amplifier to a fixed
point. For more information please refer to www.kensington.com
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