Friedman Mini BE, Instruction Manual

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The BE MINI combines a 30-watt power section and Dave Friedman’s
famous “BE STYLE” preamp, with the same signature British-voiced
harmonics, grind, and punch of the BE amplifi er’s legendary high-gain
tones. It’s compact dimensions, light weight, included effects loop, makes
the BE MINI a killer companion whether onstage, at home or in the studio.
The BE MINI is loaded with player-friendly features including gain, level,
three band EQ, Presence control and powerful Gain Cut and Tight switches.
These tools allow you to tailor the BE MINI’s character to your preferences.
On the back panel you’ll fi nd a high-quality effects loop ideal for using
time-based effects with your high-gain tones. The included 24V univer-
sal-voltage power-supply means you can take your BE MINI wherever you
travel.
• Authentic Friedman high-gain, British-voiced tones
• 30-watt power section is ideal for most applications
• Inspired by the Friedman BE-100 amplifi er and BE-OD overdrive pedal
• Familiar control layout with gain, volume and presence
• Cut and Tight mini toggles
• Onboard effects loop
• Compact, studio-friendly size
• Universal 24V power supply
We know you will love your new BE MINI amp. If you have any questions
don’t hesitate to email us at friedmanamps@gmail.com.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the duration of owning this Friedman Amplifi er. Please carefully read
and understand the instructions inside this user’s manual before attempting to operate your new amp. This instruction manual includes
essential safety information regarding the use and maintenance of the amplifi er. Take special care to heed all warning symbols and
signs inside this manual and those printed on the amplifi er itself.
WARNING!
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THE AMPLIFIER TO WATER OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPERATE NEAR ANY
WATER SOURCE
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS?
The lightning fl ash with an arrow triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage”
within the products enclosure, and may be of suffi cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS?
The exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servic-
ing) instructions in the user manual accompanying this amplifi er!
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the amplifi er and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture – The amplifi er should not be used near water – for example, a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Heat – Amplifi er should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other amplifi er (including
amplifi ers) that produce heat.
7. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
8. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the amplifi er.
9. Cleaning – The amplifi er should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly
damp with water. Avoid getting water inside the amplifi er.
10. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
11. Damage Requiring Service – The amplifi er should be serviced by qualifi ed service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the amplifi er; or
C. The amplifi er has been exposed to rain
D. The amplifi er does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance
12. Servicing – The user should not attempt any service to the amplifi er beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualifi ed service personnel.
13. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specifi ed
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fi re, electric
shock, or other hazards.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or
relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FRONT PANEL
POWER SWITCH / INDICATOR LAMP: Turns the amplifi er on. You must connect
the speaker cabinet before turning on. If you want to use the amp as a pre-amp
(taking in the signal from the effects Send) you do not need to plug in a cabinet
at all.
Important: Do not connect the speaker cabinet while the amp is turned ON.
VOLUME CONTROL: Adjusts the overall speaker output level and determines the
level present at the SEND of the FX LOOP.
BASS CONTROL: This adds or takes away bass or bottom end. As the amp gets
louder you may want to back this off a bit. Start at 7-10 for bedroom volumes.
MIDDLE CONTROL: Adds or takes away midrange. Start at 4 or 5, lower settings
will scoop the mids, higher levels will allow to cut through the mix.
TREBLE CONTROL:
Adds or takes away treble. Start at 6 and adjust to taste.
PRESENCE CONTROL: Adjusts the upper highs. Start at about 6-8 and adjust
to taste.
GAIN CUT SWITCH:
Adjust the range of the GAIN pot.
GAIN CONTROL: This adds gain/distortion. Adjust to taste. Don’t be afraid.
TIGHT SWITCH: 3 position switch that varies the low bass frequencies of the amp.
INPUT: Just like it says. This is the Minion’s Guitar Input Jack.
REAR PANEL
RETURN JACK:
This is where you plug the OUT of your Effect(s). Use a high-quality
shielded guitar cable.
SEND JACK: This is where you plug the INPUT of your Effect(s). Use a high-quality
shielded guitar cable.
SPEAKER JACKS (2): Plug in your speaker cab(s) here. We recommend 8-16 Ohm
operation only (single 8 Ohm or dual 16 Ohm cabinets). Connecting to a 4 Ohm
speaker cabinet will not guarantee a safe operation especially when played at
higher levels. Use a Speaker cable ONLY.
POWER SUPPLY INPUT: Plug the supplied POWER SUPPLY cord here and into a wall
outlet to power the beast.
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