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TC Electronic BG250 - User Manual

TC Electronic BG250
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BG250
USER’S MANUAL
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Summary

Important Safety Instructions

EMC;EMI Compliance

For Customers in Canada

Details compliance of the Class B digital apparatus with Canadian ICES-003 standard.

Introduction to the BG250

Quick Setup Guide

Operation - Front Panel Controls

Input Jack

Connect active or passive bass to the 1/4" input jack, which adapts to any pickup type.

Gain and Peak LED

Set input gain without overloading; PEAK LED indicates input stage overload for optimal setting.

Tone Controls (Bass, Middle, Treble)

Bass, Middle, Treble knobs intelligently shape tone and contour frequencies for optimal tone shaping.

Tubedrive Effect

Replicates tube amp sound by simulating preamp and power amp sections, providing classic tube character.

Front Panel Controls - Continued

Tubedrive ON;OFF

Activates/deactivates the Tubedrive feature, controllable via TC Electronic SWITCH 3.

TonePrint and its ON;OFF

Manage TonePrint effects; download artist tones and activate/deactivate them.

Master Volume Control

Use the MASTER level knob to set the overall output level of the amp and headphone output.

Pedal Input

Connect a TC Electronic SWITCH 3 for controlling Tubedrive, Mute, and TonePrint features.

Front Panel Controls - Connectivity and Output

USB Connectivity

Connect to a computer for TonePrint upload and software updates via the USB IN port.

Tuning and Muting Function

Mute button allows silent tuning; LED indicates mute status.

Auxiliary Input for Rehearsal

Stereo auxiliary input for playing along with external audio sources during practice sessions.

Headphone Output and Speaker Muting

1/8" headphone jack with quality amp; mutes speaker when headphones are connected.

Balanced Output and Pre;Post Switch

XLR output for PA/recording; Pre/Post switch determines signal processing for output.

Operation - Rear Panel

Tuning Indication LEDs

BG250 tuner LEDs indicate string tuning status for 4 or 5 string basses.

Power LED

Indicates when the amplifier is powered on.

Mains Input & Power Switch

Connects power; accepts 100-240V. Ground pin ensures voltage difference avoidance.

Miscellaneous Information

Protection System

Advanced protection for amplifier and user, activated under extreme operating conditions.

Ventilation Requirements

Ensure cooling grid is not covered to prevent overheating and critical temperature increase.

Protection Mode Operation

System mutes speaker output if short circuit, overheating, or poor ventilation occurs.

Troubleshooting Protection Mode

Steps to recover from protection mode, including cooling and ventilation checks.

Appendix - Technical Specifications

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

EMC;EMI Compliance

For Customers in Canada

Details compliance of the Class B digital apparatus with Canadian ICES-003 standard.

Introduction to the BG250

Quick Setup Guide

Operation - Front Panel Controls

Input Jack

Connect active or passive bass to the 1/4" input jack, which adapts to any pickup type.

Gain and Peak LED

Set input gain without overloading; PEAK LED indicates input stage overload for optimal setting.

Tone Controls (Bass, Middle, Treble)

Bass, Middle, Treble knobs intelligently shape tone and contour frequencies for optimal tone shaping.

Tubedrive Effect

Replicates tube amp sound by simulating preamp and power amp sections, providing classic tube character.

Front Panel Controls - Continued

Tubedrive ON;OFF

Activates/deactivates the Tubedrive feature, controllable via TC Electronic SWITCH 3.

TonePrint and its ON;OFF

Manage TonePrint effects; download artist tones and activate/deactivate them.

Master Volume Control

Use the MASTER level knob to set the overall output level of the amp and headphone output.

Pedal Input

Connect a TC Electronic SWITCH 3 for controlling Tubedrive, Mute, and TonePrint features.

Front Panel Controls - Connectivity and Output

USB Connectivity

Connect to a computer for TonePrint upload and software updates via the USB IN port.

Tuning and Muting Function

Mute button allows silent tuning; LED indicates mute status.

Auxiliary Input for Rehearsal

Stereo auxiliary input for playing along with external audio sources during practice sessions.

Headphone Output and Speaker Muting

1/8" headphone jack with quality amp; mutes speaker when headphones are connected.

Balanced Output and Pre;Post Switch

XLR output for PA/recording; Pre/Post switch determines signal processing for output.

Operation - Rear Panel

Tuning Indication LEDs

BG250 tuner LEDs indicate string tuning status for 4 or 5 string basses.

Power LED

Indicates when the amplifier is powered on.

Mains Input & Power Switch

Connects power; accepts 100-240V. Ground pin ensures voltage difference avoidance.

Miscellaneous Information

Protection System

Advanced protection for amplifier and user, activated under extreme operating conditions.

Ventilation Requirements

Ensure cooling grid is not covered to prevent overheating and critical temperature increase.

Protection Mode Operation

System mutes speaker output if short circuit, overheating, or poor ventilation occurs.

Troubleshooting Protection Mode

Steps to recover from protection mode, including cooling and ventilation checks.

Appendix - Technical Specifications

TC Electronic BG250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output250 Watts
Speaker15" custom driver
TonePrintYes
Built-in TunerYes
OutputsBalanced XLR output, Headphone output
Dimensions462 x 620 x 380 mm
TypeBass Combo Amplifier
ControlsGain, Bass, Mid, Treble, Master Volume, TonePrint
EffectsChorus, Flanger, Vibrato, Octaver, SpectraComp
Weight16 kg

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