Polytone MegaBrute - User Manual

OWNERS
MANUAL FOR
MINI-BRUTE SERIES
A
NOTE
TO
YOU
THE
OWNEB
Congratulations
on
your
selection
of a POLYTONE
amplifier.
The
equipment
is designed
*iif,
vo,
in
mind.
Like
you,
we are
musicians
and
our
equipment
is
for
making
music,
not
marketing
statistics.
Of
course
we appreciate
and
enjoy
the
fact
that,
along
with
our
quality
oi
workmanship
and
engineering,
we
are
realizing
our
share
of
the market.
At
poLyToNE,
the
engineers
are
professional
musicians
so they
know
what
an
amp
is
supposed
to
do
and
what
is needed
to keep
it
operating
at
the
high
levels
demanded
of
today,s
equipment.
Each
amplifier
meets
the
highest
possible standards
for
quality
and
perfJrmanc..
Before
we ship
any
of
our
products,
they
must
pass
a
series of
intensive
and
rigid
quality
control
tests
-
some
of
the
toughest
in
the
industry.
We're
happy
to
say
that
your
amplifier
was
made
by
skilled
and
dedicated
craftsrnen
who take
pride
in
tneir
wori.
This
is
your
assurance
that
your
POLYTONE
equipment
will be ready
when
you
"r".
POLYTONE
delivers
the sound
you
want.
After
all,
we're
musicians
like
you.
!NJROpLrcnoN_
ffrese
are
Vour
instructions
for
operating
and
performing with POLYTONE
equipment;
keep
them
with
you
and
most
importantly,
go
through
them
now.
These
instructions
take
you
through
the
various
steps
oi
setting
up
and
showing
you
how
to
use
the
various
controls-
att"r-"tt,
you,ve
got
to
feel
good
about
the equipment
you
are
working
with
in order
to
play
your
best
which
is exactly
the
purpose
of
this
manual:
to introduce
you
to
poLyToNE,
your
amp
and
its features.
lf
you
have
any
questions,
problems
or
just
want
to
say
hello,
feel
free
to write
at
any time.
Thanks
for
being
with
us.
PPrOPER
USE
OF
POLYTONE
EQUIPIIIENT
r.
ptace
volume
controls
at
o before
turning
on amP'
2-
Always
plug
cord
into
instrument
before
plugging into
amp'
3.
Since
these
amPs
are
solid
state,
we
do
not
have
a heat
factor,
your
arnp
operates
extremelY
cool.
4.
During
intermission,
b" sure
that
the
volume
control
is turned
off
either at
the
ampliiier
or
your
instrument
to
avoid
the
risk
of surprise
feedback
squeal.
5.
pOLyTONE
sieakers
are
capable
of
handling
extreme
power.
They
are specially
designed,
utilizing
a high-temperature
expoxy..
However,
when
using
the
ampl-ifier
for long
periods
of
time
at
any
overdriven,
distorted
level,
the
power
into
the
speakers
iumps
to
160-170
watts. use
good
sense.
6.
Minimum
exterior
ipeaker
impedance
is
4
ohms.
lf
improper
impedance
is used
the
amptifier
will
operate
extremely
hot,
which
could
cause
damage.
Much
better
results
can
be
achieved
by
using
our SIDEKICK
cabinet.for
extra
power.
7.
Oo
no
sei
beverages
on top
of
the
amplifier.
Sugared
drinks
as
well as
others
can
cause
severe
damage
if spilled
into
the
amplifier'
g.
tt
is
necessary
that the
propei
value
fuse
be
used.
lf
improper
value
is
used,
the
guarantee
wili
be
voided.
lf
an
amp
blows
fuses,
the unit
sfrould
be taken
to
a
tualified
service
center
for
repairs.
For
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3.
9.
PTEASE
NOTE:
MALICIOIJS
DAMAGE
OR
M'SUSE
ffi
THE EQIJIPMENT
WIrr
AUTOMATICAILY
NIJIIIFY
THE
WARRANry.
POLYTONE
MUSICAL
INSTRUMENTS
INC.
6865
Vineland
Ave.,
North
Hollywood, C-alifomia
91605
.
(818)
760'2300
o
FAX:
(818)760'2302

Summary

Introduction and General Operation

A Note to the Owner

Welcome message from Polytone, emphasizing musician-focused design and quality.

Introduction to the Manual

Guide to operating Polytone equipment and understanding its features.

Proper Use and Safety Guidelines

Essential operational instructions, including power, connections, and warnings.

Mini-Brute Series Operating Instructions

Pilot Light and Power Switch

Explanation of the pilot light and the three-position power switch.

Tone and Volume Controls

Details on Bass, Midrange, Treble, Channel 1 Volume, and Tonal Color Switch.

Input Jacks and Reverb

Guidance on Hi Gain/Lo Gain inputs and the Reverb control.

Master Volume Operation

Instructions for setting Master Volume for quiet or full power operation.

Channel II Sonic Circuit

Operation of Gain, Contour, and Program controls for the Channel II circuit.

Remote Switching Jack

Information on using the jack for remote channel and reverb switching.

Additional Controls and Rear Panel

Preamp Out and FX Loop

Usage of Preamp Out jack and FX Loop Outboard for external effects.

Sonic Bass Circuit Controls

Detailed explanation of Gain, Contour, and Bass Drive for the Sonic Bass circuit.

Horn On;Off Switch

Control for the horn speaker element.

Rear Panel Connections and Safety

Extension speaker, headphone jacks, cord storage, and power cord safety.

Fuse Information and Replacement

Details on fuse location, rating, and warranty implications for replacement.

Polytone MegaBrute Specifications

General

Brand	Polytone
Model	MegaBrute
Category	Amplifier
Language	English