Blackstar ID:15TVP User Manual

Owner’s Manual
Blackstar Amplification Ltd, Beckett House, 14 Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5AW, UK
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Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement
and development, Blackstar Amplification Ltd reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
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Blackstar Amplification UK
ID:15TVP and ID:30TVP
HBK-1044 10/12

Blackstar ID:15TVP Specifications

General

Type	Guitar Amplifier
Technology Type	Digital Modeling
Power	15W
Effects	Yes
Reverb	Yes
USB Connectivity	Yes
Inputs	1 x 1/4" Instrument Input
Footswitch	Optional
Channels	2
EQ Controls	Bass, Middle, Treble
Effects Types	Delay
Connectivity	Aux In
Amp Voices	6

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety Instructions

Essential instructions for safe operation, handling, and maintenance of the amplifier.

Health, Environmental, and OSHA Guidelines

Warnings on hearing protection, noise exposure, and proper product disposal.

Product Overview

Introduction

Welcome message and overview of the Blackstar ID:Series amplifier.

Key Features

Highlights of the amplifier's innovative technology, tone, and programmability.

Modes and Operations

Demo Mode Operation

Explains the amplifier's default mode and how to exit it.

Factory Reset Procedure

Steps to restore the amplifier to its original factory settings.

Front Panel Controls

Input, Voice, Gain, Volume, EQ, ISF

Controls for guitar input, preamp voicing, gain, volume, and tone shaping.

TVP Selector

Selects different valve power amplifier characteristics for tone.

TVP Switch and Effects

Activates TVP and controls modulation, delay, and reverb effects.

Effect Type and Level

Selects effect types and adjusts their respective levels.

Master Volume and Power Switch

Controls the overall amplifier volume and the power on/off function.

USB, Manual Mode, and Tuner

USB connectivity, manual operation mode, and built-in tuner function.

Bank, Channels, and Footswitch

Patch bank selection, channel activation, and footswitch connection.

Rear Panel and Programmability

Rear Panel Connections

Details on the mains input and other rear panel connections.

Storing and Recalling Patches

Instructions for saving and loading custom amplifier settings.

Software, Updates, and Specifications

USB Audio and Reamping

Connecting to computers for audio and reamping guitar signals.

Firmware Updates

Procedure for updating the amplifier's internal software.

Technical Specifications

Key technical details including power, weight, and dimensions.