Crate FW412A OM

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FlexWave412A/B Guitar Enclosure 2 Introduction Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of the Crate FlexWave 412A or 412B guitar amplifier loudspeaker enclosure. The FlexWave 412A/B guitar cabinets are built from the fin- est materials and components available. The cabinets are carefully constructed and then cov- ered with extremely tough fabric-backed vinyl. The cabinets are then loaded with four custom designed 12" speakers. The FlexWave 412A and 412B come standard with steel handles, a switchable, dual-imped- ance mono/stereo jackplate, and heavy-duty removable casters. The FW412B features a straight baffle while the FW412A features a slanted top baffle. The FlexWave 412A and 412B enclosures are compatible with any Crate head, including the FlexWave 120H. With 120 watts of power-handling capacity, they can process everything from sparkling clean guitar sounds to face-melting distortion. Like all Crate products, the FlexWave 412A and 412B guitar enclosures are designed by musicians and built using only the best components. Extensive testing confirms that these guitar enclosures are the absolute best they can be. In order to get the most out of your new guitar enclosure, we strongly urge you to read this manual before you begin playing. And thank you for choosing Crate. Important Safety Instructions 1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. 2. This speaker is capable of producing high sound pressure levels that may cause per- manent hearing damage. User caution is advised and ear protection is recommended during use. 3. This speaker is designed for use on a sturdy, level surface. Whenever stacking speaker cabinets, do not stack more than two high. Only speaker cabinets which are equipped with caster cups on their top surfaces are to be used underneath a cabinet which is equipped with casters. 4. Speaker cables are a tripping hazard and must be routed out of traffic areas and away from any possible accidental contact. 5. Do not expose this speaker to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid filled containers on this speaker. Clean only with a damp cloth. 6. Repair or service of this speaker should be performed only by qualified personnel.

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FlexWave412A/B Guitar Enclosure 3 16 OHMS MONO4 OHMS MONOOUT IN RIGHT LEFT 8 OHMS STEREO OUT 4 OHM 16 OHM 4 OHM 16 OHM 16 OHMS MONO4 OHMS MONOOUT IN RIGHT LEFT 8 OHMS STEREO OUT 16 OHMS MONO4 OHMS MONOOUT IN RIGHT LEFT 8 OHMS STEREO LEFT OUT RIGHT OUT Mono Amplifier 4 Ohm Mono Configuration: 16 Ohm Mono Configuration: 8 Ohm Stereo Configuration: FW412A/B Input plate Mono Amplifier FW412A/B Input plate Stereo Amplifier FW412A/B Input plate The Input/Output Plate: 1. Impedance Selector Switch: Use this switch to select 16 ohm mono operation or 8 ohm stereo/4 ohm mono operation. 2. Out 1/4" Jack: When using the cabinet in the mono operating mode, use this jack to connect the cabinet to another speaker enclosure of the same impedance. 3. In/Left 1/4" Jack: When using the cabinet in the mono operating mode, use this jack as the cabinets input jack. Connect the output of your amplifier to this jack by means of the speaker cable provided. When using the cabinet in the stereo operating mode, connect this jack to the left channel output of your amplifier. 4. Right 1/4" Jack: When using the cabinet in the stereo operating mode, connect this jack to the right channel output of your amplifier. When using the cabinet in the mono operating mode, this jack is not used. Refer to the illustrations on the right for additional information. 1 2 3 4