Trace Elliot® TE 1200
Bass Instrument Amplier
Owner’s Manual
www.peavey.com
F-1200B
Bass Head
(Super Festival Series)
Manual
FCC Compliancy Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modications to the equipment not approved by Peavey Electronics
Corp. can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
Note - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the
user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC/ICESCompliancyStatement
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCrulesandIndustryCanadalicense‐exemptRSSStandard(s).Operationis
subjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2)thisdevicemust
acceptanyinterferencereceived,thatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
LeprésentappareilestconformeauxCNRd’lndustrieCanadaapplicablesauxappareilsradioexemptsde
licence.L’exploitationestautoriséeauxdeuxconditionssuivantes:(1)I’appareilnedoitpasproduirede
brouillage,et(2)I’utilisateurdeI’appareildoitacceptertoutbrouillageradioélectriquesubi,mêmesile
brouillageestsusceptibled’encompromettrelefonctionnement.
Warning:ChangesormodificationstotheequipmentnotapprovedbyPeaveyElectronicsCorp.canvoidthe
user’sauthoritytousetheequipment.
Note–ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassBdigitaldevice,
pursuanttoPart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainst
harmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation.Thisequipmentgenerates,uses,andcanradiateradio
frequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmful
interferencetoradiocommunications.However,there
isnoguaranteethatinterferencewillnotoccurina
particularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradioortelevisionreception,
whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoffandon,theuserisencouragedtotryandcorrectthe
interferencebyoneormoreofthefollowingmeasures.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution
The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Peavey F-1200 B bass amp head!
FEATURES:
•Peavey’s new take on the classic F-800B Bass Amp Head (early version; circa 1971)
•1200 skull-crushing watts of true RMS Peavey power!
•Classic discrete BJT preamp circuitry voiced by the man, himself-- Hartley Peavey.
•Footswitchable F-800B bass overdrive tones with an all new Master Volume circuit for use at any level.
•Three-band Treble, Middle, Bass EQ with preset Slope (internally adjustable, if desired)
•Six-band inductive EQ circuit just like the original!
•Pre and Post balanced XLR outputs with Ground Lift
•Headphone output
•Dimensions 12.0”W x 12.0”D x 3.62”H (305mm x 305mm x 91.9mm)
•Weight: 11.5 lbs (5.22 kg)
*Noiseless buffered effects loop with level switch (footswitchable)
*Preamp Output / Power Amp Input 1V(rms) master/slave loop
*Buffered 1/4” tuner/dry feed jack
*Dual 1/4” TRS footswitch jacks for Mute, Boost (+4dbV), Overdrive, and Effects Loop
*USB-C Recording Output/Interface
*Dual Neutrik combination Speakon/phone speaker output jacks
*4 Ohm minimum load
*Worldwide AC voltage selector
Caution: Please look over this guide and read any caution or warning statements found within. Following
these warnings is crucial to your personal safety and the safety of your Peavey product. Additional safety
warnings are located on the bottom of the unit.
Peavey® F-1200 B
ENGLISH
VENTILATION: For proper ventilation, allow 12" clearance from the nearest combustible surface.
All vents should have a minimum of 2" of free air space so air can ow thru the unit freely for proper
cooling.
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Top Panel
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(1) INPUT JACKS
e input jacks of your F-1200 are arranged in a unique switching circuit that allows added exibility in matching
various input levels. Input “1” has about twice as much gain as input “2”. If the amp is being overloaded in -this
more sensitive jack·, the less sensitive jack “2” should be used. Generally, it is best to use the higher gain input,
if possible.
(2) VOLUME
e volume control is used to vary the gain of the preamp. e setting of the volume control does not indicate
the output power, but rather is an indication of the sensitivity of the input preamp. It is possible to drive the
amplier to full power with very low volume control settings if the output from your instrument is extremely
high.
(3) OVERDRIVE
e overdrive oontrol is used to determine the amount of distortion introduced into the output signal.
e distortion produced in your F-1200B is very similar in harmonic content to the signal produced by an
over·driven tube type amp. We have achieved this novel eect through the use of non-linear feedback in a
unique and exclusive circuit developed by our engineers. Varying the harmonic structure of the signal has the
eect of greatly increasing the apparent loudness since the additional harmonics actually multiply the energy
of the signal. By adjusting the overdrive control the amount and blend of harmonic distortion can be precisely
controlled. Dramatic eects are obtained by setting the overdrive feature! and then tailoring the response with
the equalizer and tone controls. e use of the equalizer in conjunction with the overdrive enables the musician
to select any tonal range for emphasis and allows sustain, control of harmonics, and coloration never before
possible. e dynamics made available with these controls will allow complete freedom in seeking the sound
desired for any purpose. It is important to note that the overdrive is not a fuzz type of distortion, and it is
characterized by its fullness and soner nature. e overdrive feature is controllable from the remote footswitch
by depressing the proper button.
(4) TREBLE, MIDDLE, AND BASS CONTROLS
e treble controls are part of an electronic crossover, and serve to boost or cut the high frequencies. e treble
controls act as level controls for the high frequencies and are augmented by the use of the last three lters of the
equalizer, labeled 1200, 2500, 5000.
e middle control is used to tailor the very important middle frequencies. Experimentation will illustrate the
importance of this function.
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e bass control is part of an electronic crossover and serves to boost or cut the lower frequencies. is control
should be regarded as a level control for the low end response. is function is augmented by the use of the rst
three sections of the equalizer, labeled 100, 300, 600.
(5) MASTER VOLUME
Controls the overall output of the amplier.
(6) EQ CONTROLS
e six equalizer controls are used to blend the response characteristics desired in almost any conceivable
combination. e six channel equalizer actually divides the tonal spectrum into six segments with each control
allowing precise control over its particular band of frequencies. To set up the.amp for the best sound, the six
equalizer controls should be at the vertical (at) position. When all the equalizer controls are at, the course
balance should be arrived at through use of the conventional bass, middle, and treble controls. Once the initial
coarse balance is obtained the equalizer should be used to “ne tune” the tone until a satisfactory blend is
obtained. Operation of the standard tone controls in conjunction with the equalizer will yield almost any
tonality imaginable. As with any sophisticated system, a thorough understanding of the controls and a fair
amount of experience is necessary to achieve the desired results. With the overdrive in operation it has been
found that overboosting the high frequencies tend to emphasize the odd order harmonics and give a more
harsh sound. Much smoother eects can be produced by using less top end and more middles and lows. It is
important to remember that the equalizer is a true electronic crossover with each control acting as a volume
control for its range. e overall loudness is a function of the setting of these controls. e amp should never be
operated with all the lters in the extreme cut position. Experimentation will illustrate the fantastic versatility
and range of the equalizer circuit.
(7) PILOT LIGHT
is indicates when power is applied to the amplier.
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Rear Panel
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(8) USB RECORD OUT
is is provided for connection to a computer or a digital audio workstation for recording. It is the preamp
master out signal which includes all preamp functions. ere is no input capability.
(9) Footswitch
Connect the F-1200B footswitch here for for control of mute, boost, overdrive, and eects loop functions.
(10) TUNER OUT
A direct send from the input circuitry for a tuner. It is not processed and is fully buered. It remains active even
when the amp is muted - for silent tuning.
(11) HEADPHONES
Allows for silent operation.
(12) DIRECT INTERFACE (DI)
is is a balanced output to send to a mix console or analog recording device. It has a switch that selects
whether the output is before or aer the EQ.
(13) GROUND LIFT
is disconnects the ground connection from Pin1 on the DIRECT OUTPUT connector. Usually it should be
le in the GND position, but in certain circumstances hum is produced when connecting to another device
due to grounding dierences. Liing the ground connection should eliminate the problem.
(14) PREAMP OUT/POWER AMP IN
e preamp out is the signal coming from the front panel. e power amp input is a direct connection to the
power amplier. An external processor or volume pedal can be inserted between the preamp and the power
amp if needed. Inserting a jack into the preamp output disconnects the power amp input; inserting a jack
into the power amp input also disconnects the preamp from the power amp. To use the F-1200B as a power
amplier only, apply the signal to the power amp input. is loop is aer the OUTPUT Level knob.
(15)EFX SEND/RETURN
ese two connectors are provided for patching an external eects processor (delay, chorus etc.) in series with
the preamp signal. e signal level is set by the EFX level switch. e eects loop can be turned on and o with
the footswitch. is loop is before the OUTPUT Level knob.
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(16) SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTORS
is is the amplier output, with two paralleled connectors. ese connect to the speaker cabinets. e
minimum load for the amplier is 4 Ohms. is can be a single 4 Ohm cabinet, two 8 Ohm cabinets, or any
combination of cabinets whose parallel combination is greater than 4 Ohms, total. e output is a bridged
signal – both lines are driven. Do not ground either one or the unit will shut down and damage may occur.
ere can be high peak voltages on these connectors.
(17) FUSE
Use only the properly rated fuse for your line voltage.
(18) VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
Set this to your local mains voltage. An incorrect setting can damage the unit. e fuse’s rating must match
the mains voltage setting.
(19) POWER
Applies power to the unit.
(20) MAINS INPUT
is is the receptacle for an IEC line cord, which provides AC power to the unit. Connect the line cord to this
connector to provide power to the unit. Make sure the voltage setting and fuse are correct before turning on
the unit.
Never break o the ground pin on any equipment. It is provided for your safety. If the outlet used does not have
a ground pin, a suitable grounding adapter should be used, and the third wire should be grounded properly.
To prevent the risk of shock or re hazard, always make sure that the amplier and all associated equipment is
properly grounded.
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Specifications
Weight:
11.5 lbs (5.22 kg)
Dimensions (W x D x H):
15.2”W x 10.5”D x 5.7”H
(386mm x 267mm x 145mm)
Mains Voltage:
120 VAC 50/60 Hz, Fuse = T10AL/250V
220-240 VAC 50/60 Hz, Fuse = T5AL/250V
Protection:
Over temperature
Over current
Clip limiting
Short circuit
DC output
Power Output
Minimum load = 4 ohms
Bridged output
RMS Power, 4 Ohm load; 1200W @ 5% THD+N
RMS Power, 4 Ohm load; 1100W @ 1% THD+N
RMS Power, 8 Ohm load; 835W @ 1% THD+N
Input Impedance:
340k Ohms
EQ:
Special Treble, Mid, Bass EQ (Baxendall + bridged-T)
Six-band “rotary graphic” with inductive lters centered at 100, 300, 600, 1200, 2500, and 5000 Hz, respectively
Direct Output:
Balanced
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = +Signal
Pin 3 = -Signal
Switchable pre/post EQ
Gnd li switch.
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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