MONO
CHANNELS
STEREO
CHANNELS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS (EUROPEAN)
The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code.
GREEN (YELLOW)—Earth WHiTE (BLUE)—Neutral BLACK (BROWN)—Hot
U.K. MAiN PLUG WARNiNG: A molded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe.
NEVER UNDER ANY CiRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU iNSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAiN PLUG
iNTO A POWER SOCKET.
iMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTiON, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWiNG:
WATER AND MOiSTURE: The product should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are
not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the unit.
GROUNDiNG OR POLARiZATiON: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of
the product is not defeated.
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 cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the product.
SERViCiNG: The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
FUSiNG: if your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse. Refer to replacement
text on the unit for correct fuse type.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the pres-
ence of uninsulated “dan-
gerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of suf-
ficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accom-
panying the appliance.
USA LIMITED WARRANTy For all other customers, see carvinworld.com for warranty information.
CARViN products are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for 1 YEAR. 3 YEARS for DCML
& HD Series Power Amps & active or passive Loudspeakers. 5 YEARS for Guitars, Basses & Cobalt Series. 90
DAYS on Tubes, Wireless Systems & Speaker Components (purchased as individual parts).
The Limited Warranty is void under the following conditions: a) any modified product, b) speak-
ers with burned, damaged or open voice coils, c) moisture damage, d) salt/smoke/contaminants, e) natural
disasters, f) accidents, g) abuse, h) lack of reasonable care. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or
implied. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for CARViN any liability in connection with
the sale of servicing of CARViN products. CARViN shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages
including damage to speakers or horn drivers caused by this unit.
Guitars and basses, including Cobalt acoustic guitars, are warranted for 5 years against manufactures’ defects.
The following are not covered under the limited warranty: a) fret wear, b) damage caused by incorrect use, c) bro-
ken truss rods due to improper adjustment, d) crack or warping due to extreme weather conditions or improper
storage, e) natural disasters, f) accidents, g) abuse, h) lack of reasonable care.
For USA warranties, CARViN provides its own service and parts at no charge providing: a) covered under warranty,
b) customer provides “proof of purchase” and c) the unit is returned properly packed. Carvin is not responsible
for shipping damage. if covered under warranty: 1 to 90 days, Carvin pays ground shipping both ways. 91 days
to 365 days, customer pays shipping to Carvin, Carvin pays return ground shipping. Over one year, customer
pays shipping both ways.
For USA service, go on line to carvinservice.com and complete the “RMA Repair Form”. Ship item including RMA
Form and allow up two 2 weeks for CARViN to receive. You will be contacted by email. if not covered under
warranty, a “Flat” service fee is available, or if we are no longer servicing the unit, you may be eligible for a new,
similar unit for a discount.
HELP/ MAINTENANCE
1) PRODUCT WiLL NOT TURN ON -Check the power to the product (circuit breakers, ext. cords, etc.). Check the
product’s fuse. The product may be OK but occasionally a fuse may blow because of high AC voltage
surges. if the proper fuse fails continuously, the product may require servicing.
2) KEEP YOUR PRODUCT LOOKiNG NEW - Use a damp cloth to wipe the controls on the front
& rear chassis panels. Wipe vinyl coverings with a damp cloth.
CAUTION
Block Diagram
