CARVIN KB100 Operating Manual Download Page 1

KB100 KEYBOARD AMP SPECIFICATIONS:

Frequency Response:

Inputs to Line Out: 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB

Output Power:

100 Watts @ 8ohms 

THD:

Less than 1%

Channel 1:

Stereo/Mono 1/4”inputs, RCA Stereo inputs,

LEVEL control, BALANCE control,

+12dB gain switch

Channel 2:

Stereo/Mono 1/4”inputs,

LEVEL control, BALANCE control,

+12dB gain switch

Channel 3:

Mono 1/4” input,
TONE control, LEVEL control,
Instrument level switch, MID cut switch

Channel 4:

Mono 1/4” input, XLR MIC input,
3-band EQ controls, LEVEL control

Graphic EQ.:

5 Band: 
100Hz, 250Hz, 800Hz, 4kHz, and 8kHz  ±12dB

Headphones:

Stereo 1/4”jack, high current output,
LEVEL control

Rear 1/4”Jacks:

LINE OUTs:

1 Balanced Mono (Unbalanced Right) output,
1 Unbalanced Left output,
Independent LINE OUT level control (front)

EFFECTS SEND / MAIN OUT
EFFECT RETURN / AMP IN
MAIN and AUX SPEAKER OUTPUTS, series wired (8ohms min.)

SPEAKER SPECS:

15” PS15 woofer
High frequency tweeter with adjustable L-Pad on crossover.

Enclosure response:

57Hz to 16.5kHz

Power Consumption:

150VA   @ 120/240VAC

Power Requirement:

100 to 240 VAC, 50-60Hz

Size:

17.5W x 12D x 22.7H, 42 Lbs. 

76-71000B   0705

For your records, you may wish to record the following information.

Serial No._____________________  Invoice Date_______________

CONNECTING AC POWER TO YOUR KB100

• Use only a grounded (3 prong) power outlet to prevent a shock hazard. This gives

the quietest grounding for the amplifier

CONNECTING INPUTS TO YOUR KB100

• Channels one and two are line inputs.  A keyboard or any unbalanced device such as

a drum machine can be plugged in using 1/4” phone plug shielded cables. 

• Channel one features stereo RCA inputs for connecting devices such as disc players,

MP3 players, or tape decks.  Both inputs can be used at the same time.  

• Channel three is a line/instrument input.  A keyboard or any instrument such as a

guitar or bass can be plugged in using a 1/4” phone plug shielded cable.  

• Channel four is a microphone & line input.  Plug a microphone into the balanced XLR

MIC

input using an XLR shielded cable.  Plug a 1/4” shielded cable from a keyboard

into the 

LINE

input.  Both inputs can be used at the same time.

TURNING ON YOUR KB100

• Plug in your instruments and microphone into the appropriate channels.
• Adjust all four channel volume controls to their off position (full counter-clockwise).
• Adjust all “

BAL

” and “

EQ”

tone controls to their center detent position.

• Turn the KB100 on by the power switch on the front panel and watch for the power

LED to come on.  

• Adjust the volume controls to the desired playing level.  (For detail on the individual

channel tone controls and the graphic equalizer, see the appropriate sections in this
manual.) 

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

OPERATING MANUAL

KB100 KEYBOARD AMP

RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started

INSPECT YOUR AMP FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping.  If any

damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately. 

SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS.  In the event you have to re-ship your unit,

always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best possible protec-
tion during shipment.  CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for any damage caused
by improper packing.  

SAVE YOUR INVOICE.  It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future. 
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE.  If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately.

Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card and below and this manual

for your records.  Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your name and
comments to us. Or you may register online at 

www.carvin.com/registration

USA customers register online at: 

www.carvin.com/registration

All other countries register online at: 

www.carvinworld.com/registration

Congratulations on your purchase of the 

KB100

amplifier.  Designed specif-

ically for the keyboard performer’s needs, the

KB100

features four input chan-

nels with independent levels, a balanced/stereo LINE OUT with independent level
and a 5 band graphic EQ.

Channel features include; stereo inputs on channels 1&2 with an additional

RCA input on channel 1. Tone control with Mid Contour switch are featured on
channel 3 for optional use with bass or guitar.  Channel 4 features a 3-band EQ
with both 1/4” line and XLR for instruments and microphones. All inputs are
designed for simultaneous use without degrading the signal.

The bass ported enclosure and 1” Titanium HF Driver deliver full-range sound.

Combined with 100 watts of power, the 

KB100

is an ideal amp and stage mon-

itor.  The direct LINE OUT allows you to connect to the main house mixer with-
out micing for use in larger venues.

KB100

Summary of Contents for KB100

Page 1: ...ounter clockwise Adjust all BAL and EQ tone controls to their center detent position Turn the KB100 on by the power switch on the front panel and watch for the power LED to come on Adjust the volume controls to the desired playing level For detail on the individual channel tone controls and the graphic equalizer see the appropriate sections in this manual CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA OPERATING MANUAL K...

Page 2: ...R connector is wired as per the industry standard pin 1 is ground pin 2 is positive and pin 3 is negative The 1 4 jack is designed for key board and line level signals Both of these inputs can be used at the same time 12 LO MID AND HI TONE CONTROLS The LO MID and HI tone controls are used to shape the bass midrange and treble sound of the input signal It is suggested that the tone control settings...

Page 3: ...nds the 112AG extension speaker 24 AC POWER The detachable AC POWER CORD supplied is designed to operate with one type of voltage the European 230V export model uses a CEE 7 plug cord set Make sure the cord is securely inserted into the back of the unit Plug the cord into a grounded 3 prong power source No attempt should ever be made to defeat or use the amp without the ground connected The intern...

Page 4: ... JACK 250 PHONE MONO STEEL J1 J2 J3 J6 J11 J12 J21 J22 J31 J41 21 52545 2 EACH JACK 250 PHONE STEREO STEEL J4 J10 23 03529 2 EACH FUSEHOLDER CLIPS 3AG VERT MTG F1 23 11004 2 EACH CONNECT HEADER 4 PIN STRAIGHT H4A H4B 23 11008 2 EACH CONNECT HEADER 8 PIN STRAIGHT H1A H1B 23 11010 4 EACH CONNECT HEADER 10 PIN STRAIGHT H2A H2B H3A H3B 25 02201 1 STD 4 EACH ASSEMBLED SWITCH AND CAP S11 S21 S31 S32 30 ...

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