Barcus-Berry 4000 User Manual

Planar Wave System
InstallatIon InstructIons
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Specifications for the 4000 Piezo Buffer Preamp Made In The U.S.A.
Input Interface = 1/4˝ Unbalanced This Barcus-Berry product is designed to
Input Impedance = 2.2 Meg Ohms satisfy the most rigorous demands of the
Maximum Input Level = 2.0 vrms professional musician and the precision
Monitor Output manufacturing techniques employed provide
Output Interface = 1/4˝ Unbalanced assurance of long continued, trouble-free
Output Impedance = 2K Ohms service. For outstanding performance and
THD = .005% @ 1kHz dependability, you can always rely upon
Noise = -102dBu BARCUS-BERRY— the world’s leading
S/N = 110dBu name in musical instrument transducers,
Frequency Response = 5Hz - 30kHz (+/- 1 1dB) pickups and microphones.
Main Output (0dB Setting)
Output Interface = XLR Balanced Limited Warranty
Output Impedance = 1K Ohms This Barcus-Berry product is warranted for a
THD = .005% @ 1kHz period of one (1) year from the date of
Noise = -105dBu purchase against defects in workmanship
S/N = 108dB and parts.
Frequency Response = 5Hz - 30kHz (+/- 1dB)
Power Supply Caution : Avoid placing strain on the output
48V Phantom Power
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Pin #2 is Hot cable when removing the transducer; any
Power Source = 9 Volts @ 380 Microamps damage which this shielded wire may sustain
Battery Life = Approximately 1,000 hours from undue rough handling will invalidate the
product warranty.
P.O. Box 63366
N. Charleston, SC 29419-3366
www.barcusberry.com
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Barcus-Berry 4000 Specifications

General

Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz
For	Musical Instruments
Impedance	High Impedance
Output Level	Adjustable
Connector	1/4" Output Jack

Summary

4000 Piezo Buffer Preamp Specifications

Input Specifications

Details input interface, impedance, and maximum input level for the preamp.

Monitor Output Specifications

Outlines monitor output interface, impedance, THD, noise, S/N, and frequency response.

Main Output Specifications

Covers main output interface, impedance, THD, noise, S/N, and frequency response.

Power Supply and Battery

Explains phantom power, power source requirements, and expected battery life.

Product Information and Warranty

Made In The U.S.A.

Highlights quality and precision manufacturing for professional musical instruments.

Limited Warranty

Warrants the product for one year against defects in workmanship and parts.

Important Caution

Warns against stressing the output cable during transducer removal to avoid voiding the warranty.

Planar Wave System Installation

Component Check

Ensure all items, including the sensor, preamp, and accessories, are present and undamaged.

Installation Steps

Guide on attaching the transducer to the soundboard and connecting the preamp.

Attachment Method

Emphasizes using only specified adhesive patches for optimal performance and attachment.

Removal and Cleaning

Details on how to remove the transducer and clean residual adhesive from the soundboard.

Operational Recommendations

Advice on piano lid position and power options for best performance and battery life.