Vox V112HTV, AC15H1TV, AC15H1TVL, AC30H2L, AC30HH User Manual

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VOX Combo Amp

AC15H1TV/AC15H1TVL/AC30H2/AC30H2L

VOX Amp Head

AC15HTVH/AC30HH

VOX Speaker Cabinet

V112HTV/V212H

Owner’s Manual

Manuel d’utilisation

Bedienungsanleitung

Manual de Usuario

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Mains powered apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. (for USA and Canada)

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Turning off the power switch does not completely isolate this product from the power line so remove the plug from the socket if not using it for extended periods of time.

• Install this product near the wall socket and keep the power plug easily accessible.

•WARNING—This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• Do not install this equipment on the far position from wall outlet and/or convenience receptacle.

• Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a box for the conveyance or similar unit.

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

* Company names, product names, and names of formats etc. are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

ALWAYS use the supplied mains lead, if a replacement is required please contact your authorized Vox Dealer.

B DO NOT switch the amplifier on without a loud-

speaker connected.

C ENSURE that any extension cabinets used are of

the correct impedance.

D NEVER attempt to bypass the fuses or fit ones of

the incorrect values.

E DO NOT attempt to remove the amplifier chassis,

there are no user serviceable parts.

F Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel

including replacement of fuses and valves. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Note: It is recommended that all audio cables, with the

exception of the speaker lead, used to connect to the AC15/AC30 Heritage Collection are of a high quality, screened type. These should not exceed 10 metres in length. Always use a non-screened Vox approved speaker lead with the AC15/AC30 Amplifier and extension cabinets.

WARNING: Do not obstruct ventilation grilles and

always ensure free movement of air around the amplifier!

Notice regarding disposal (for EU)

If this “crossed-out wheeled bin” symbol is shown on the product or in the operating manual, you must dispose of the product in an appropriate way. Do not dispose of this product along with your household trash. By disposing of this product correctly, you can avoid environmental harm or health risk. The correct method of disposal will depend on your locality, so please contact the appropriate local authorities for details.

INTRODUCTION

Your search for the Holy Grail of VOX tone ends here. To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of VOX guitar amplifiers, we are pleased to introduce the first of a new Heritage Collection of hand-wired amplifiers– the AC15H1TV. Rather than just a typical reissue where a vintage amp is dusted off and copied, this amplifier, like the others in the Heritage Collection, transports you through the golden age of VOX tone, combining the prized EF86 preamp channel of 1958 with the 1963 Top Boost channel all in one amplifier. Add in some modern tone shaping control enhancements and the result is perhaps the finest VOX amplifier in the company’s 50 year history.

The EF86: The magical VOX tone

What is it that makes EF86 based VOX amplifiers some of the most collectible in the world? Maybe it’s the way the amp naturally overdrives, almost breathing with a life unto its own. Dynamic changes in pick attack almost seem to be anticipated before you make them. Or maybe it’s the raw power of the creamy distortion as you crank the amp all the way up and slam down on a power chord. Whatever it is, there is an undeniable magic about this period of VOX amplification. An age when the most simple of circuits produced some of the most complex of tones. Now in short supply, the EF86 Pentode tube is at the heart of this elusive tone. Fifty years later, the magic returns.

The full 50th Anniversary Hand-wired Heritage Collection includes:

AC15H1TV:

AC15H1TVL: 1 x 12” combo with limited edition, oil finished, hand-crafted African Mahogany cabi-

AC15HTVH: The head version of the classic 50th anniversary 15 watt amp. Again Baltic Birch ply

V112HTV: 1 x 12” extension cabinet to match AC15HTVH. Cream vinyl over Baltic birch ply

AC30H2: Although basically the same amp as the limited edition AC30H2L, the cabinet is

AC30H2L: The anniversary amplifier chassis boosted from 15 watts up to 30 watts housed in oil

AC30HH: The head version of the above. Launched July 2007.

V212H: 2 x 12” speaker cabinet for use with the AC30 Anniversary combo and head formats.

All combos and extension cabinets feature the Celestion VOX Blue Alnico loudspeakers—as timeless as VOX itself.

Although basically the same amp as the limited edition model, the cabinet is Baltic Birch plywood with our special cream anniversary vinyl covering. Launched January 2007.

net. This is the official limited edition Anniversary model, and only 500 will be built. These amps are true collector’s editions! Launched January 2007.

with special cream vinyl. Launched March 2007.

cabinet. Launched March 2007.

Baltic Birch plywood with our special cream anniversary vinyl covering. Launched July 2007.

finished, hand-crafted African Mahogany cabinet. This is the official limited edition Anniversary model, and only 500 will be built. Launched July 2007.

Launched July 2007.

In creating our 50th Anniversary design we all felt that the amp had to have both the original EF86 channel and the later Top Boost channel. To do this we had to leave the original tremolo circuit out—but you can always add VOX’s VibraVox stomp box if it is tremolo you crave.

Although the original designs have faired pretty well for the last 50 years, we felt that we should throw a little bit of modern spice into the equation, and have added one or two features that we felt would expand the whole experience of these amps. Namely we have modified the EF86 Channel original Brilliance switch to have three positions instead of two, a bass shift switch (to help keep the amp sounding crisp when played loud), and also a switch that goes from Pentode mode to Triode mode, so that you can have both flavours of original EF86 tone. We have also added a Triode/Pentode switch to the power output amplifier stage—with this you have the half power capability of 7.5/15 watts output on the AC15 versions, and 15/30 watts on the AC30 versions.

OPERATIONAL MANUAL

FRONT PANEL LAYOUT (ALL VERSIONS)

CHANNEL I – EF86 PREAMP

1. INPUT JACK SOCKETS

Guitar input jacks into the EF86 channel. These are wired in the traditional way that gives a 6dB difference in gain between them. The socket nearer the front of the amp is the higher gain, the one nearest the rear of the chassis is 6dB quieter.

2. VOLUME CONTROL

Controls the volume level of the EF86 channel.

3. BRILLIANCE SWITCH

This is based on the original tone altering control from the original AC15 which basically was Off or had a massive bass cut function (which by its nature made the sound “brilliant”, but no bass). We felt that the two original positions were too extreme, so we have expanded this to have three positions, the new position being like the early AC30 “TREBLE” amps. So the function now is: OFF = flat response, 1 = treble (new position), 2 = brilliance (original circuit)

4. BASS SHIFT

Position 1 is the original bass response, whilst position 2 gives a tighter bass response which is useful for high volume use to prevent the tone getting too muddy.

5. EF86 MODE

This switch re-configures the EF86 valve from Pentode mode to Triode mode. Triode mode will give a lower gain tone with higher headroom. Pentode mode is the original mode and has a very sweet high gain tone with not very much headroom.

CHANNEL II – TOP BOOST PREAMP

6. INPUT JACK SOCKETS

Guitar input jacks into the Top Boost channel. These are wired in the traditional way that gives a 6dB difference in gain between them. The socket nearer the front of the amp is the higher gain, the one nearest the rear of the chassis is 6dB quieter.

7. VOLUME CONTROL

Controls the volume level of the Top Boost channel.

8. TREBLE CONTROL

Part of the 1963 Top Boost circuit, and strangely enough; this controls the treble spectrum of the channel!

9. BASS CONTROL

Again part of the 1963 Top Boost circuit—and by the way, controls the bass spectrum.

NOTE ! For newcomers to using a classic VOX, the Top Boost bass & treble controls are extremely

interactive and small adjustments can make quite a radical change to the tone, as both controls have a big influence on how the mid-range reacts. Our suggestion is to start off with both the Bass & Treble controls in the mid-way position, and experiment from there. And another thing, maximum treble can be very, very bright!

10. TOP CUT

This is/was the original (and only!) tone control on the early VOX amps and works as part of the power amp circuit by cutting the high frequency response. Please remember that it works in reverse to how we would expect it to in the modern age—the high end is cut as you turn the control up, i.e. maximum control rotation is maximum cut.

11. O/P MODE SWITCH

This switch changes the power output valves/tubes from Pentode Mode which is the normal operating mode of the power amplifier to Triode Mode which will halve the power output and will alter the tone to be somewhat smoother. So Pentode = full power = 15 watts (AC15 versions) or 30 watts (AC30 versions). Triode = half power = 7.5 watts (AC15 versions) or 15 watts (AC30 versions).

12. POWER SWITCH

Turns the applied input mains voltage ON/OFF.

13. POWER LIGHT

Illuminates red when the amp is switched on.

WARNING ! Please ensure that your amplifier is connected to the correct mains power voltage—please

check the rear panel rating plate. If in doubt consult dealer.

WARNING ! NEVER operate this amplifier without the loudspeaker load being connected. Serious damage

can occur otherwise.

WARNING ! This amplifier must always be earthed (grounded) to prevent the risk of electrical shock.

REAR PANEL LAYOUT

AC15 VARIANTS

14 15 16

AC30 VARIANTS

14.LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT SOCKETS

It is of paramount importance that any speaker system that is connected to your amplifier is correctly matched in impedance. Internal speaker(s) of both AC15 and AC30 is 16ohm totally.

AC15: Either internal or external loudspeakers are connected to these parallel connected sock-

ets.

AC30: Internal speaker is connected to the socket underneath the chassis. Rear panel sockets

can be used for extension or external connection.

EXTENSION: This socket and internal speaker are connected in parallel. EXTERNAL: The connection to this socket automatically disconnects internal speaker.

15. OUPUT IMPEDANCE SELECT SWITCH

Use this switch to match the amplifier output impedance to the speaker system impedance. Failure to do so can result in incorrect sound quality and/or damage to either amplifier or speaker.

16. MAINS POWER INPUT CONNECTOR

Using the correct power cord apply specified mains power here. Please refer to rear panel rating plate and/or consult dealer, if in doubt. Please see specification section for correct fuse value.

MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

AC15 HAND-WIRED VARIANTS

Power Output: 15 Watts RMS into 8 or 16 ohm loudspeaker load—selectable via rear panel

switch.

Valve complement: 1 x EF86, 3 x ECC83/12AX7, 2 x EL84, 1 x EZ81 (rectifier). Loudspeaker:

Country Variants and Mains Fuse:

Included items: Power cable, Dust cover (AC15H1TVL only), Speaker cable (AC15HTVH,

AC15H1TV

Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight: 22.5 kg / 49.6 lbs.

AC15H1TVL

Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight: 24.5 kg / 54.0 lbs.

AC15HTVH

Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight: 14.3 kg / 31.5lbs.

V112HTV

Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight: 14.4 kg / 31.7 lbs.

Where fitted, is 1 x 16 ohm VOX/Celestion Alnico Blue loudspeaker. (Please note that the loudspeaker is actually marked 15 ohm which is historically correct to the original 1960s version).

– 100JP = 100V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V – 120US = 120V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V – 120EX = 120V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V – 230GE = 230V 50/60Hz – Fuse T1AL 250V – 230UK = 230V 50/60Hz – Fuse T1AL 250V – 240AU = 240V 50/60Hz – Fuse T1AL 250V

V112HTV only)

528 x 567 x 264 mm / 20.8 x 22.3 x 10.4 inches

540 x 573 x 264 mm / 21.3 x 22.6 x 10.4 inches

528 x 245 x 264 mm / 20.8 x 9.6 x 10.4 inches

528 x 567 x 264 mm / 20.8 x 22.3 x 10.4 inches

AC30 HAND-WIRED VARIANTS

Power Output: 30 Watts RMS into 8 or 16 ohm loudspeaker load—selectable via rear panel

switch.

Valve complement: 1 x EF86, 3 x ECC83/12AX7, 4 x EL84, 1 x GZ34 (rectifier). Loudspeaker: Where fitted, is 2 x 8 ohm VOX/Celestion Alnico Blue loudspeaker wired in

series for 16 Ohms.

Country Variants and Mains Fuse:

– 100JP = 100V 50/60Hz – Fuse T4AL 250V – 120US = 120V 50/60Hz – Fuse T4AL 250V – 120EX = 120V 50/60Hz – Fuse T4AL 250V – 230GE = 230V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V – 230UK = 230V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V – 240AU = 240V 50/60Hz – Fuse T2AL 250V

Included items:

AC30H2

Dimensions (W x H x D): 695 x 564 x 260 mm / 27.4 x 22.2 x 10.2 inches Weight: 34.1 kg / 75.2 lbs.

AC30H2L

Dimensions (W x H x D): 695 x 564 x 260 mm / 27.4 x 22.2 x 10.2 inches Weight: 34.5 kg / 76.1 lbs.

AC30HH

Dimensions (W x H x D): 606 x 297 x 260 mm / 23.9 x 11.7 x 10.2 inches Weight: 20.0 kg / 44.1 lbs.

V212H

Dimensions (W x H x D): 695 x 564 x 260 mm / 27.4 x 22.2 x 10.2 inches Weight: 20.0 kg / 44.1 lbs.

Appearance and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

URL = http://www.voxamps.co.uk

Power cable, Dust cover (AC30H2L only), Speaker cable (AC30HH, V212H only)

INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES DE SECURITE

• Lisez attentivement ces instructions.

•Veuillez conserver ces instructions.

• Observez tous les avertissements.

• Suivez toutes les consignes à la lettre.

• N’utilisez jamais cet appareil dans un endroit humide ni à proximité d’eau.

•L’appareil alimenté par courant électrique ne peut pas être exposé à des éclaboussures; évite en outre de placer des récipients contenant des liquides, comme un vase (ou un verre de bière), sur l’appareil.

• Nettoyez uniquement l’appareil avec un chiffon doux et sec.

•

Ne bloquez jamais les orifices de ventilation de l’appareil et installez-le toujours conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

• N’installez jamais l’appareil à proximité d’une source de chaleur, telle que des radiateurs, poêles ou tout autre dispositif (y compris des amplificateurs) générant de la chaleur.

• N’essayez jamais de contourner le dispositif de sécurité d’une prise de type polarisée ou d’une prise de terre. Une prise dite polarisée dispose de deux broches, dont l’une est plus large que l’autre. Une prise de terre comporte trois broches, dont une de mise à la terre. Cette broche plus large ou broche de mise à la terre vise à assurer votre sécurité. Si la fiche du cordon d’alimentation ne correspond pas au type de prise de courant de votre région, faites remplacer la prise obsolète par un électricien qualifié (pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada). Placez toujours le cordon d’alimentation de sorte qu’on ne risque

• pas de marcher dessus ni de le pincer. Cette précaution vise tout spécialement la fiche du cordon et sa sortie de l’appareil.

• Utilisez exclusivement les fixations/accessoires préconisés par le fabricant. S’il y a risque d’orage ou que vous ne comptez pas utiliser l’appareil

• pendant une période prolongée, débranchez-le du secteur.

•

La mise sur OFF de l’interrupteur d’alimentation n’isole pas totalement ce produit de la ligne secteur; aussi, retirez la fiche de la prise s’il doit rester inutilisé pendant une période prolongée.

•

Installez ce produit près de la prise électrique murale et gardez un accès facile à la prise électrique et au cordon d’alimentation.

•ATTENTION: Cet appareil doit absolument être connecté à une prise électrique reliée à la terre.

• Confiez tout travail de réparation uniquement à un S.A.V. qualifié. Faites appel au S.A.V. si l’appareil a subi tout endommagement, comme par exemple si sa fiche secteur ou son cordon d’alimentation sont endommagés, si de l’eau ou des objets ont pénétré à l’intérieur de l’appareil, si celuici a été exposé à la pluie ou à la moisissure, s’il est tombé ou présente tout signe de dysfonctionnement. N’utilisez jamais d’allonge trop longue avec cet appareil et ne

• l’alimentez jamais via les prises secteur équipant d’autres dispositifs.

•

N’installez jamais cet appareil dans un endroit confiné comme une caisse de transport ou tout autre récipient similaire.

•

Des niveaux d’écoute trop importants lors de l’utilisation d’un casque ou d’écouteurs peuvent entraîner des pertes d’audition.

• Utilisez l’appareil uniquement avec le chariot, stand, trépied, fixation ou table spécifiés par le fabricant ou fourni avec l’appareil. Si vous avez placé l’appareil sur un chariot, soyez très prudent quand vous déplacez le chariot, afin d’éviter une chute et des blessures.

L’éclair dans le triangle est un symbole destiné à attirer l’attention de l’utilisateur sur la présence de parties non isolées et de “tension dangereuse” à l’intérieur de l’appareil, qui posent des risques d’électrocution pour l’utilisateur.

Le point d’exclamation dans un triangle est un symbole destiné à attirer l’attention de l’utilisateur sur des sections de ce manuel contenant des informations importantes, liées à l’utilisation et à l’entretien de ce produit.

Les noms de sociétés, noms de produits et noms de formats, etc. dans ce manuel sont des marques de fabrique ou des mar-ques déposées de leurs propriétaires respectifs.

AUtilisez TOUJOURS le cordon d’alimentation fourni. Si

vous devez remplacer le cordon, veuillez contacter votre revendeur agréé Vox.

B NE mettez PAS l’amplificateur sous tension quand un

haut-parleur lui est raccordé.

C ASSUREZ-VOUS que l’impédance de toutes les

enceintes supplémentaires utilisées sont correctes

N’essayez JAMAIS de contourner les fusibles ou mettre en place de nouveaux dont les valeurs ne sont pas correctes.

EN’essayez JAMAIS de déposer le châssis de l’amplifica-

teur. Aucune partie ne peut être réparée par l’utilisateur.

F Confiez toutes les réparations à un personnel qualifié, y

compris pour le remplacement des fusibles et des lampes. Des réparations seront nécessaires si l’appareil est endommagé de quelque façon que ce soit, notamment lorsque la fiche ou le cordon d’alimentation sont endommagés, lorsqu’un liquide a été renversé sur l’appareil ou des objets sont tombés à l’intérieur, l’appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l’humidité, ne fonctionne pas normalement ou est tombé par terre.

ATTENTION:

ment autorisés par l’autorité responsable de la conformité aux normes entraînera l’interdiction d’utiliser l’appareil.

Remarque: Ils est conseillé d’utiliser uniquement comme

câbles audio pour les raccordements au AC15/AC30 Heritage Collection, à l’exception des cordons d’enceintes, des cordons blindés de haute qualité. Ces cordons ne devraient pas dépasser 10 mètres de long. Utilisez toujours un cordon d'enceinte non blindé approuvé par Vox avec l'amplificateur AC15/AC30 et les enceintes supplémentaires.

AVERTISSEMENT: Ne bouchez pas les grilles de

ventilation et veillez à ce que l’air puisse toujours circuler librement autours de l’amplificateur.

Notice concernant l’élimination du produit (UE seulement)

Si ce symbole “Poubelle barrée” est imprimé sur le produit ou dans le manuel de l’utilisateur, vous devez vous débarrasser du produit de la manière appropriée. Ne jetez pas ce produit avec vos ordures ménagères. En vous débarrassant correctement du produit, vous préviendrez les dommages environnementaux et les risques sanitaires. La méthode correcte d’élimination dépendra de votre lieu d’habitation, aussi veuillez contacter les autorités locales concernées pour les détails.

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