effect. Turning the control to the right increases the reverb decay time.
CHORUS (with Reverb)
: When the control is in the last 1/3 of rotation it selects
the CHORUS effect, with optional Reverb. The first setting will be a slow chorus
swell without Reverb. Turning the control to the right will increase the Chorus
speed. REVERB is added at the half-way mark and the Chorus speed settings are
repeated from slow to fast.
15. LINE OUT XLR JACK
The LINE OUT XLR provides a balanced output for going direct to a house system,
recording input or to other powered systems like a powered subwoofer. The LINE
OUT signal is affected by the channel LEVEL, EQ controls and internal DSP effects.
With the LINK TO MAIN switch OUT, the XLR output is adjusted from the LINE
OUT LEVEL control, and the signal is not affected by the MAIN level.
With the LINK TO MAIN switch IN the XLR output is adjusted by the MAIN control.
The XLR is protected against Phantom power (DC voltage) on cables coming
from phantom powered mixer inputs. Ground pin 1 of the XLR is lifted to 100
Ohms above the chassis ground to prevent hum from grounding issues.
16. LINK TO MAIN SWITCH
(LINE OUT XLR)
If the LINK TO MAIN switch is set to the OUT position, the LINE OUT XLR output
level is adjusted from the LINE OUT LEVEL control and the signal is not affected
by the MAIN level.
With the LINK TO MAIN switch IN, the LINE OUT XLR level is adjusted from
the MAIN volume control along with the S600B speaker outputs. This provides
better control when connecting a powered subwoofer to the S600B; once a good
bass balance is acheived, the MAIN volume will also control the subwoofer level.
17. PHONES JACK
The PHONES jack is a stereo 1/4” jack designed for connecting headphones, tuner
or stereo recording device. The volume is adjusted by the DIRECT OUT LEVEL
control, containing the audio mix from the channel LEVEL settings. To listen to
headphones without hearing the other speakers, turn down the MAIN control and
adjust the headphone volume with the DIRECT OUT LEVEL control.
18. LINE OUT LEVEL (PHONES)
The DIRECT OUT LEVEL controls the output level to the 1/4” PHONES jack and
with the LINK TO MAIN switch OUT, also controls the XLR output.
With the LINK TO MAIN switch IN, the XLR output is only adjusted by the MAIN
control.
19. SPEAKER OUTPUTS
The S600B has two 1/4” SPEAKER OUTPUTS connectors, each connected to
a different amplifier allowing stereo operation when the R (Right) jack is used.
For the best perfomance use the matching S648 extension speaker featuring
identical drivers and cabinet design as the S600B.
The L (Left) speaker jack is connected in parallel with the internal S600B speaker
system amplifier. You may connect one S648 extension speaker or a speaker with
an impedance of 8 Ohms or higher.
The R (Right) speaker jack is connected to a second amplifier and activates
stereo mode when plugged into. Stereo sources from CH.5 or CH.6, including
the
Bluetooth®
audio connection, will then be heard in stereo.
You can connect up to two S648 extension speakers to the R (right) speaker jack,
or speakers with a total impedance of 4 Ohms or higher.
If you go below the minimum speaker load rating, the S600B will protect and
shut off.
20. POWER SWITCH / LED
The POWER switch turns the amp ON or OFF. The green POWER LED will light
approximately 3 seconds after the POWER switch is turned on.
To charge the S600B from AC power, the POWER switch must be ON.
21. AC POWER JACK & FUSE
The AC POWER JACK will accept 90VAC to 250VAC, 50Hz or 60Hz. Plug the
cord into a grounded 3 prong power source. No attempt should ever be made to
use the AC cord without the ground connected.
A locking AC cord (Carvin part# 120V18L7) is supplied. However, a standard AC
cord can be used. (for European 230V use a CEE-7 plug cord set).
To detach the cord from the amp, press the release lever on the underside of
the cord near the amp.
The FUSE for AC power is located internally near the AC input. To check or
replace, first turn the POWER switch
OFF
and
remove the power cord
. Remove
the 12 screws from the edge of the control panel. Carefully remove the control
panel from the speaker enclosure.
The AC fuse type is a 5mm x 20mm 250V Slow Blow rated at 5A.
22. CHARGE 12VDC CONNECTOR, LED INDICATOR & FUSE
The CHARGE connector is for charging the S600B internal battery from a car
or other vehicle using an adapter such as our C12VDC power cord to plug into
a 12V car accessory socket (cigarette lighter). The S600B will charge through
the CHARGE connector whether the POWER switch is OFF or ON. The S600B
can be used while connected to the CHARGE 12VDC connector for continuous
use. It is recommended to start with a full charge.
The LED will indicate GREEN when the battery is at full charge, OFF when it is
slightly drained (OK), and RED when the battery is LOW.
NOTE: Charging a completely dead battery, running at high volume and multiple
speakers each require more power and can drain your vehicle’s battery faster.
The FUSE for the 12VDC power system is located internally near the 12VDC
connector. To check or replace, first turn the POWER switch OFF, and remove the
power cord. Remove the 12 screws from the edge of the control panel. Carefully
remove the control panel from the speaker enclosure.
The battery fuse type is a 6.35mm x 32mm 250V Slow Blow rated at 15A.
23. ACCESSORY BAY
(FOR OPTIONAL UHF WIRELESS RECEIVER)
The S600B is designed with an accessory bay which allows direct mounting of
our UX600R UHF Wireless Mic/Instrument receiver, for use with the UX600M
wireless handheld microphone or the UX600B beltpack transmitter. The
UX600R plugs directly into the bay without any connectors to connect.
Audio from the UHF receiver will be heard through Channel 4 while allowing
full use of the CH.4 XLR input.
To mount the receiver in the accessory bay, first remove the adhesive cavity
cover. Remove the bag containing 4 mounting screws. Slide the unit into the
bay until you feel some resistance, then press more firmly as the receiver is
seated and the face panel meets the S600B. Screw in the 4 screws, being care-
ful not to strip the plastic housing.
HELPFUL HINTS:
NO SOUND
:
- The channel LEVEL or MAIN volume are set to “0”.
- Speaker Output jack has been shorted or not fully plugged in, triggering protection circuits.
POOR HIGH FREQUENCIES
:
- The HI frequency EQ control is set too low.
- Set the Hi-Z impedance switch IN for instruments on Ch.1 or Ch.2.
AMP SEEMS VERY SENSITIVE TO INPUT SIGNALS
:
- Adjust the channel LEVEL or MAIN volume.
- Turn OFF the GAIN switch for Ch.1-4.
FEEDEBACK FROM MIC OR INSTRUMENT
:
- Keep the mic or the face of the instrument pointed away from the speakers.
- Use the EQ controls to reduce feedback or reduce the channel LEVEL.
DEVICE DOES NOT CHARGE WHEN CONNECTED TO USB CHARGE PORT
:
- The phone or device battery is too low and is pulling too much power from the charge port,
which will stop the charging.
FOR MAXIMUM OUTPUT
:
- Connecting an extension speaker to the “R” Speaker Out will make use of the second
internal amplifier. The S600B will drive a total of 3 extension speakers. Every time you
double your speakers your acoustic output goes up by a factor of four.
PRESS TO
RELEASE
LOCKING AC CORD
120V16L7
BATTERY OPERATION AND CHARGING
The
S600B
features a rechargeable 12 volt battery system which is able to power
the unit without connecting to a wall AC socket.
MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE:
Run time will vary depending on speaker volume and
the number of speakers connected. The S600B alone can run for over 2 hours at
100W peak power. At lesser volumes the S600B can run with all extension speakers
for 4 hours or more. If the CHARGE LED near the power switch blinks RED or if
the sound becomes distorted, lower the volume for better sound and longer play.
CHARGING:
The battery will charge when the unit is powered ON from AC power,
or it can be charged through the CHARGE 12VDC connector. Charge time for a nearly
dead battery to full charge is approximately 6 hours.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT:
If battery run time is greatly reduced after many charge
cycles it may need replacement (Carvin part #
B600
).
To replace the battery first turn
the POWER switch
OFF
, and
remove the power cord
. Remove the 12 screws from the
edge of the control panel. Remove the panel from the speaker enclosure. Disconnect
the wires from the battery posts (leave these wires connected to the circuit board
to prevent shorting the battery) and disconnect the 4-pin speaker connector from
the circuit board. Remove the nut and wood block holding the battery. Secure the
new battery with block and nut. Connect the wires with the correct
+/-
polarity.
Replace the control panel screws by hand to avoid stripping (after repeated use).
