Introducere
This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your Fender '65 Princeton Reverb Guitar Amplifier. The '65 Princeton Reverb is a 15-watt all-tube amplifier designed for versatile use in various settings, from home practice to recording studios and small live performances. It features classic Fender tube tone, dynamic clean and overdriven sounds, and integrated long-spring reverb and tube vibrato effects.
Caracteristicile cheie includ:
- 15-watt all-tube amplification with tube rectification.
- Equipped with a 1-10" Jensen C-10R, 8 Ohm, 40 Watt Speaker with Ceramic Magnet.
- Integrated long-spring Fender reverb and tube vibrato effects.
- Include un amplifier cover and a 2-button footswitch for remote control of reverb and vibrato.
Figura 1: Față view of the Fender '65 Princeton Reverb Guitar Amplifier, showcasing its classic black Tolex finish and silver grille cloth.
Înființat
- Despachetarea: Îndepărtați cu grijă amplifier from its packaging. Retain all packing materials for future transport or storage.
- Plasare: Poziționați amplifier on a stable, level surface. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit to prevent overheating. Avoid placing the ampA se păstra în apropierea surselor de căldură sau în lumina directă a soarelui.
- Conexiune de alimentare: Asigurați amplifier's power switch is in the 'OFF' position. Connect the supplied power cord to the amplifier's AC inlet and then to a grounded electrical outlet. Verify that the outlet provides the correct voltage pentru regiunea dvs.
- Conectarea instrumentului: Connect your guitar or other instrument to one of the 'INSTRUMENTS' input jacks (Input 1 or Input 2) using a high-quality instrument cable. Input 1 typically offers higher sensitivity than Input 2.
- Footswitch Connection (Optional): If using the included 2-button footswitch, connect it to the 'FOOTSWITCH' jack on the amplifier's rear panel. This allows remote activation of the Reverb and Vibrato effects.
Instrucțiuni de operare
Familiarizați-vă cu amplifier's front panel controls:
- Întrerupător: Întoarce amplifier ON or OFF. Allow a brief warm-up period after turning on.
- Volum: Controlează nivelul general de ieșire al ampmai în viață.
- Tripla: Adjusts the high-frequency response. Turn clockwise for brighter tones, counter-clockwise for warmer tones.
- Bas: Ajustează răspunsul la frecvențe joase. Rotiți în sensul acelor de ceasornic pentru mai mult bas, în sens invers acelor de ceasornic pentru mai puțin bas.
- Reverb: Controls the intensity of the built-in spring reverb effect.
- Viteză: Adjusts the rate of the vibrato effect.
- Intensitate: Adjusts the depth or prominence of the vibrato effect.
Pornire inițială:
- Ensure all volume and effect controls are set to their minimum positions.
- Flip the power switch to the 'ON' position. The pilot light will illuminate.
- Allow approximately 30-60 seconds for the tubes to warm up.
- Slowly increase the 'Volume' control to your desired listening level. Adjust 'Treble' and 'Bass' for tonal preference.
- Experiment with the 'Reverb', 'Speed', and 'Intensity' controls to achieve desired effects.
Figura 2: Intern view al amplifier, highlighting the vacuum tubes which are crucial for its tonal characteristics.
Întreţinere
- curatenie: Utilizați o cârpă moale și uscată pentru a curăța ampexteriorul aparatului. Evitați utilizarea de produse de curățare abrazive sau solvenți.
- Îngrijirea tubului: Vacuum tubes have a finite lifespan. If you notice a decrease in performance, unusual noise, or a change in tone, tubes may need replacement. Consult a qualified technician for tube replacement.
- Depozitare: Când nu este utilizat, păstrați fișierul amplifier in a dry, temperature-controlled environment. Use the included amplifier cover to protect it from dust and minor impacts.
- Transport: Opriți și deconectați întotdeauna amplifier before moving it. Use proper lifting techniques due to its weight.
Depanare
| Problemă | Cauza posibila | Soluţie |
|---|---|---|
| Fără ieșire de sunet | Power cord disconnected, instrument cable faulty, volume set to zero, speaker disconnected. | Check power and instrument cables. Ensure volume is up. Verify speaker connection. |
| Zgomot de zumzet sau bâzâit | Ground loop, faulty instrument cable, proximity to other electronics, worn tubes. | Try a different outlet. Use shielded cables. Move away from other devices. Consult technician for tube inspection. |
| Sunet slab sau distorsionat | Worn tubes, incorrect instrument input, speaker damage. | Check instrument input. Consult technician for tube or speaker inspection. |
| Reverb or Vibrato not working | Footswitch disconnected or faulty, effect controls set to zero, internal component failure. | Check footswitch connection and functionality. Ensure effect controls are adjusted. Consult technician. |
If troubleshooting steps do not resolve the issue, contact Fender customer support or a qualified service technician.
Specificații
- Marca: Aripă
- Model: '65 Princeton Reverb
- Număr de model articol: 2172000000
- Putere de ieșiretage: 15 wați
- Vorbitor: 1-10" Jensen C-10R, 8 Ohm, 40 Watt Speaker with Ceramic Magnet
- Dimensiuni produs: 28.25 x 22.5 x 12.25 inches (Length x Height x Depth)
- Greutatea articolului: 34 lire sterline
- Culoare: Negru
- Material: Metal, lemn
- Dispozitive compatibile: Chitară
- Producător: Fender Musical Instruments Corp.
Figure 3: Dimensional diagram of the amplifier, indicating its length, height, and depth.
Garanție și suport
Fender products are designed for reliability and performance. For specific warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your amplifier or visit the official Fender website. For technical support, service, or replacement parts, please contact Fender customer service through their official channels. Always provide your model number (2172000000) and serial number when seeking support.
Resurse online: For additional information, product registration, and support, visit the official Aripă website-ul.
