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MANUAL
FOR
MINI-BRUTE
V
A
NOTE
TO
YOU
THE OWNER
Congi'atulations
on
your
selection
of a
POLYTONE
amplifier.
The
equipment
is
designed
with
you
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
p6LyTONE,
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
performance. 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
Pricle
in
thiir
work.
This
is
your
as$trance
that
your
POLYTONE
equipment
will be
ready
when
you
are.
pOLYTONE
delivers
the sound
you
want.
After
all,
we're
musicians
like
you.
INTRODI.ETION
These
are
your
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
of
setting
up and
showing
you
how to
use
the
various controls.
After
all,
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'
PROPER
IJSE
OF
POLYTONE
EQUIPMENT
1.
Place
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
amp
operates
extremelY
cool.
4.
During
intermission,
be
sure
that
the
volume
control
is turned
off
either at
the
amplifier
or
your
instrument
to avoid
the
risk
of surprise
feedback
squeal.
5.
pOLyTONE
speakers
are
capable
of
handling
extreme
power.
They
are
specially
designed,
utillzing
a
high-temperature
expoxy.
However,
when
using
the
amplifier
for
long
periods
of time
at any
overdriven,
distorted
level,
the
power
into
the
speakers
Jumps
to
160-170
watts-
Use
good
sense'
6.
Minimum
extelor
ipeaker
impedance
is 4
ohms.
lf improper
impedance
is used
the
amplifier
wrll operate
extremely
hot,
which
could
cause
damage.
Much
better
results
can
be achieved
by using
our SIDEKICK
cabinet
for
extra
power.
7.
Do
no
set
beverages
on top
of the
amplifier.
Sugared
drinks
as
well
as
others
can
cause
severe
damage
if
spilled
into
the
amplifier'
8.
lt
is necessary
that
the
proper
value
fuse
be
used.
lf improper
value
is used,
the
guarantee
will
be
voided.
lf an
amp
blows
fuses,
the unit
should
be taken
to
a
quatified
service
center
for
repairs.
For
fuse
value.
refer
to.Pqgg-
3.
9.
PTEASE
NOTE:
MAL//CIOUS
DAMAGE OR
M'SUSE ffi
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Vineland
Ave.,
North Hollgrwood,
Califomia
91605
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Polytone MINI-BRUTE V Specifications

General

Brand	Polytone
Model	MINI-BRUTE V
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

A Note to the Owner

Introduction to Polytone Equipment

Proper Use of Polytone Equipment

Set Volume Controls to Zero Before Powering On

Place all volume controls at 0 before turning on the amplifier to ensure safe operation.

Instrument Cable Connection Order

Always plug the audio cord into the instrument before plugging it into the amplifier.

Solid State Amplifier Operation

Solid state amplifiers operate cool and do not have a heat factor during use.

Volume Control During Intermission

Turn the volume control off during breaks to prevent surprise feedback squeal.

Speaker Power Handling and Usage

Speakers handle extreme power; use good sense when using the amplifier at high, overdriven levels.

Minimum Speaker Impedance Requirement

Minimum exterior speaker impedance is 4 ohms; improper impedance can cause damage.

Protect Amplifier from Spills

Do not set beverages on the amplifier as spills can cause severe damage.

Correct Fuse Value and Warranty

Use the proper fuse value; an incorrect fuse voids the guarantee.

Warranty Voiding Conditions

Malicious damage or misuse of the equipment will automatically nullify the warranty.

Operating Instructions for Mini-Brute V

Pilot Light and Power Switch

Pilot light indicates power supply; power switch offers two ON positions for polarity options.

Channel 1 Controls Overview

Details Bass, Treble, Volume, Tonal Color, and Input controls for Channel 1 operation.

The Edge Control and Voicing

The 'Edge' switch provides alternate voicing; its volume control is independent of Channel 1.

Reverb and Master Volume Controls

Controls for reverb amount and master volume to determine the overall output signal level.

Channel Linking and Preamp Output

Normal/Combine switch links channels; Preamp Out provides a signal for external use.

Remote Jacks and Horn Switch

Jacks for footswitch control of Reverb/Edge; switch for horn operation.

Channel 2 Controls and Midrange

Similar to Channel 1, but features a Midrange control instead of 'The Edge'.

Lower Rear Panel Connections

Extension Speaker and Headphone Jacks

Output for extension speakers and headphone jack which cuts out the main speaker.

Power Cord Storage and Safety

AC cord brackets for storage and safety guidelines for the three-wire power cord.

Fuse Location and Replacement

Fuse location in the fuseholder; replacement requires correct rating (2A, 250V SLOW BLOW).