Ashton BPA18 User manual

Brand: Ashton

Model: BPA18

Type: User manual

Ashton BPA18 is an 18W RMS bass amplifier with an 8" high-performance speaker, 3-band EQ, and a dedicated MP3 player input. It features adjustable bass, middle, treble, and presence controls, allowing you to shape your sound to perfection. The headphone output lets you practice silently, while the 1/4" input jack lets you connect your bass guitar or other instrument. With its compact size and powerful sound, the Ashton BPA18 is an excellent choice for practice, rehearsals, and small gigs.

USER MANUAL

BPA18

BASS AMPLIFIER

When using any electronic product basic precautions should always be followed,

including the following:

1. Read all the safety and installation instructions, explanations of graphic symbols and

set-up/controls before using any product.

2. This product must be earthed if using a power supply. In the unlikely event of

malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for an

electric current, which reduces the risk of electric shock.

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result

in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service professional

if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify

the plug provided with the product. If the plug does not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified technician.

3. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the amplifier is

used, especially near children.

4. Do not use this product near water: eg. near a bathtub, sink, in a wet basement,

near a swimming pool.

5. This product may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent

hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a

level that is uncomfortable.

6. Never use or store the unit in places that are subject to temperature extremes,

damp, exposed to rain, dusty or are subject to high levels of vibration.

7. This product should be located away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat

registers, or other products or circumstances that produce heat.

8. This product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in

the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

9. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled onto the

amplifier through any openings.

10. The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power supply cord, or the plug, has been damaged.

B. Objects have fallen on, or liquid has been spilled into, the product.

C. The product has been exposed to rain or moisture.

D. The product has been dropped or the components damaged.

E. The product does not appear to be operating normally, or exhibits a marked

change in performance.

INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY

11. Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the manual

instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

12. Do not place objects on the product, the power cord, or place it in a position where

anyone could trip over, walk on, or roll anything over it. Do not allow any part of

the product to rest on, or be installed over, power cords of any type. Improper

installations of this type create the possibility of fire and a general safety hazard.

13. For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use benzine,

thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discolouration

and deformation.

14. The power supply cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when

left unused for a long period of time. When unplugging the power supply cord, do

not pull on the cord but grasp it by the plug.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To reduce the risk related to the correct and normal use of the

product, all Ashton products are accurately tested in a safety laboratory. Do not modify

the present unit, the safety standard and the instrument’s performance could be

compromised, and as a further consequence the warranty will be revoked.

INDEX

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................2

BPA18 Specications ..........................................................................................................................................2

Panel Descriptions ..............................................................................................................................................3

Mp3 Input ..............................................................................................................................................................4

Ashton is designed in Australia by a team of industry experts that have

years of experience in the development, design and production of musical

instruments and equipment. Ashton’s range of amps are a result of years of

development and careful testing. Every Ashton product is designed with value

in mind and features the highest quality materials available.

This manual will help you understand some of the great features of your amp.

Enjoy,

The Ashton Team

INTRODUCTION

SPECIFICATIONS

Power 18W RMS

Speaker 8” high performance speaker

Controls Hi and low inputs, Presence control, Volume control

Equalizer 3 band EQ (bass, middle, treble)

Inputs 1/8” stereo iPod

MP3 player input

Output Headphone output

Dimensions 36cm x 28cm x 36cm

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

BPA18

BASS AMPLIFIER

BPA18

BASS AMPLIFIER

BASS

INPUT

MIDDLE

TREBLE

PRESENCE VOLUME PHONES

EQUALIZER

POWER

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

MADE IN CHINA

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR

BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER

SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

MODEL: BPA18

RATED OUTPUT POWER: 18W

POWER CONSUMPTION : 28W

POWER INPUT: 220V AC 50Hz

TS1A L/250V

PLEASE MATCH TO PANTONE 7534 C

1 72

4 5 86

1. Input Jack

Connect guitar or other instrument here (¼“ Jack).

2. Volume Knob

This controls the overall volume of the amplier.

3. Bass Knob

Controls the amount of low frequency in the output sound of the amplier.

4. Middle Knob

Controls the amount of middle frequency in the output sound of the amplier.

5. Treble Knob

Controls the amount of high frequency in the output sound of the amplier.

6. Presence Knob

Controls the presence (depth) of the output sound of the amplier.

7. PHONES Jack

Connect headphones to this jack.

8. Power Button

Turns the amp on and off.

MP3 INPUT

CONNECTING THE MP3 PLAYER TO THE AMPLIFIER:

Never use microphone cables for speaker connections as this will not be

substantial enough to handle the ampliers load and could damage

the amplier. To connect your MP3 player to the BPA18 amplier you will need

to purchase the appropriate cable:

• Most MP3 players require a 1/8” stereo to 1/8” stereo cable. An Ashton

1/8” stereo to 1/8” stereo cable (pictured below) can be purchased at your nearest

Ashton dealer.

• The MP3 input can also be used to input other AUX devices, such as CD player

units; you will need to purchase the appropriate cable for the device you wish to

plug into the amplier.

WHEN PLUGGING AN MP3 PLAYER INTO THE AMPLIFIER:

• When plugging your MP3 player into the BPA18 amplier, always make sure the

volume is turned to the minimum. Once plugged in, adjust the volume on the MP3

player accordingly - this will protect both your amp and your ears!

Note: You can only adjust the volume of the MP3 player via the volume controls on the

MP3 player unit; the front panel controls on the BPA18 only operate the bass guitar

input/ output signal.

Ashton BPA18 User manual

Ashton BPA18 User manual

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