User manual FISHMAN V-200 PROFESSIONAL VIOLIN PICKUP

[. . . ] It's design is based on that of the FISHMAN V-100 with the added benefits of the CARPENTER 1/4" Output Jack. It senses string vibrations via a single piezo element, fastened to the instrument's wing slot with a patented floating mount. Its low mass minimizes any damping or muting that could affect the instrument's acoustic tone. [. . . ] Call FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS at 978-988-9199 for a Return Authorization Number ("RAN"). Enclose a copy of the original Bill of Sale as evidence of the date of purchase, with the product in its original packaging and a protective carton or mailer. FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS' technicians will determine whether the item is covered by warranty or if it instead has been damaged by improper customer installation or other causes not related to defects in material or workmanship. Warranty repairs or replacements will be sent automatically free of charge. If FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS determines the item is not covered by warranty, we will notify you of the repair or replacement cost and wait for your authorization to proceed. PARTS LIST · V-200 Professional Violin Pickup · Carpenter 1/4" Output Jack · Chinrest Adjustment Key FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS 340-D Fordham Road Wilmington MA 01887 USA Phone 978-988-9199 · Fax 978-988-0770 www. fishman. com 009-015-004 · Rev 2 · 12-20-02 ® V-200 Professional Violin Pickup CAUTION As might be expected of a high performance, vibration-sensing transducer, the FISHMAN V-200 should be handled with care, particularly during installation. However, once installed as instructed below, this device is well protected from abuse and should provide years of trouble-free service. ® 2 V-200 Professional Violin Pickup V-200 Professional Violin Pickup V-200 Professional Violin Pickup The V-200 Professional can also be plugged into inputs as low as 1 M with adequate results; the bass frequencies will be slightly rolled off. Preamps We strongly recommend using a 10 M , impedance matching, buffered preamp in conjunction with the pickup. Permit long cable runs (after the preamp) without signal deterioration. Ensure compatibility with virtually any instrument level audio input available. Fishman Transducers manufactures a complete line of compatible preamps, all with 10 MW inputs: POWERJACK - Miniature Endpin Preamp MODEL GII - Outboard Acoustic Instrument Preamp PRO-EQ II - 4 Band Acoustic Instrument Preamp PRO-EQ PLATINUM - Outboard Acoustic Instrument Preamp / EQ / D. I. ACOUSTIC / BASS BLENDER - 2 Channel Pickup / Mic Preamp POCKET BLENDER - 2 Channel Pickup / Mic Preamp Musical Instrument Amplifiers Most musical instrument amplifiers (at least 1 M input impedance) will yield useable results. Acoustic instrument amplifiers have a 10 M Piezo input, ideally matching the pickup. Direct Boxes You can plug the V-200 Professional into an "active" direct box (1 M to 10 M input) with very good results. PA / Recording Consoles Professional PA and recording consoles have a much lower input impedance than what is acceptable for the V-200 Professional ; you will need an impedance matching preamp. Plugging a passive piezo pickup into a mixer without an impedance matching preamp will sound harsh and thin. PRELIMINARY 1. Examine the bridge closely to make sure that the wing slots are free of warps or irregularities and that the slots present flat parallel faces. FIG. [. . . ] Once the V-200 is properly mounted, plug the instrument into an amplifier and play at a low volume. Carefully shift the V-200 a small distance within the slot and test using the trial and error method, listening for the the best location. NOTE: If installation is to be permanent, a small drop of adhesive on the side (lower face) of the transducer can be used. PLUGGING IN Due to the nature of passive pickups, the type of cable you use and the input you plug into will affect the quality of your sound. [. . . ]