Fryette Power Station 100 User manual
Power Station
®
OWNERS MANUAL
DUAL-MODE VARIABLE REACTIVE LOAD + TUBE POWER AMPLIFIER
MODEL PS-100
www.fryette.com
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Welcome to the family!
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the FRYETTE Power Station®!
You are constantly searching for new sounds and new ways to improve your existing sound. We understand
the constantly evolving nature of artistic creativity and the search for the perfect sound to complement
your ever-widening musical vision. Providing the tools to help you create your own sonic signature is our
primary mission.
Amplier attenuators have been around in various forms and congurations for decades and yet the most
common and aggravating shortcomings which plague every available attenuator regardless of cost remain:
1) Lack of transparency – All resistive type amplier attenuators negatively impact the tonal quality of
your amplier at some or all volume settings.
2) Limited controllability – Attenuators that use step type level select switches are typically difcult or
impossible to set to the exact volume you may be trying to achieve. Variable rheostat type attenuators
cause frequency losses and are often plagued by high contact resistance that can cause level dro-
pouts and may even damage your amplier output transformer.
3) Loss of dynamic amplier performance – All resistive attenuators interrupt the natural interaction
between the speaker and power tube stage of your amplier causing an articial, compressed
sound and stiff feel.
The PS-100 is a 100-watt version of the award-winning PowerStation PS2. The PS-100 also has 2 sets of
foot switchable front panel controls and a foot switchable FX loop.
The Power Station is designed to be transparent, user friendly, reliable and ultra-responsive to a wide
array of guitar amplier and speaker types. It also integrates seamlessly with any combination of internal
and external speaker congurations.
The Power Station also excels as a power booster, something that no other attenuator can do. Just as
you would connect a big amp to reduce output volume, the Power Station can also be used to boost the
output of a small amplier. Imagine taking your mini-amp or small vintage combo to a gig and having
enough power to be heard without sacricing feel and tonal quality. It is not only possible, but easy and
fun!
Finally, your Power Station functions as a versatile silent reactive load for direct recording by simply
connecting the Balanced or Unbalanced Line out to your recording interface.
Getting familiar with the Power Station is easy, so don’t be terribly surprised when you nd yourself up
and running in no time. First-hand experience and real world application will yield the ultimate satisfaction
of nding your own path to comprehension and self-expression.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol warns the user of dangerous voltage levels localized within the enclosure.
This symbol advises the user to read all accompanying literature for safe operation of the unit.
XRead, retain, and follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
XOnly connect the power supply cord to an earth grounded AC receptacle in accordance with the voltage and frequency
ratings listed under the AC input on the rear panel of this product.
XWARNING:Topreventdamage,reorshockhazard,donotexposethisunittorainormoisture.
XUnplugthepowersupplycordbeforecleaningtheunitexterior(useadampclothonly).Waituntiltheunitis
completely dry before reconnecting it to power.
XMaintain unobstructed air space behind and above the unit to allow for proper ventilation and cooling.
XThis product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other products that
produce heat.
XThisproductmaybeequippedwithapolarizedplug(onebladewiderthantheother).Thisisasafetyfeature.Ifyou
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of this plug.
XProtect the power supply cord from being pinched or abraded.
XThe power supply cord of this product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time, or during electrical storms.
XThisproductshouldbeservicedbyqualiedservicepersonnelwhen:thepowersupplycordortheplughasbeen
damaged;orobjectshavefallen,orliquidhasbeenspilledontotheproduct;ortheproducthasbeenexposedto
rain;ortheproductdoesnotappeartooperatenormallyorexhibitsamarkedchangeinperformance;ortheproduct
has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
XDonotdriporsplashliquids,norplaceliquidlledcontainersontheunit.
XCAUTION:Nouserserviceablepartsinside,referservicingtoqualiedpersonnelonly.
XFRYETTE®ampliersandloudspeakersystemsarecapableofproducingveryhighsoundpressurelevelswhich
may cause temporary or permanent hearing damage. Use care when setting and adjusting volume levels during use.
XHazardous voltages may be present within the chassis even with the power switch off and power cord connected.
Therefore, disconnect the power cord from the rear panel power inlet before servicing. The power inlet must remain
readily operable.
XEXTENDED USE OF YOUR AMPLIFIER AT HIGH OUTPUT POWER WILL PLACE THERMAL STRESS ON THE OUTPUT
TUBES, OUTPUT TRANSFORMER AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS, AND MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR
AMPLIFIER. OLDER AMPLIFIERS MAY HAVE CRITICAL COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE DETERIORATED OVER TIME,
SUCH AS COUPLING AND FILTER CAPACITORS, WIRING INSULATION, TUBE SOCKETS, GRID RESISTORS, AND
THE INTERNAL INSULATION OF THE OUTPUT TRANSFORMER WINDINGS. THESE COMPONENTS MAY BE EXCESSIVELY
STRESSED UNDER SUSTAINED HIGH POWER OPERATION AND MAY FAIL IF NOT PROPERLY USED AND MAINTAINED.
XPLEASE CHECK THE CONDITION OF YOUR OUTPUT TUBES, AND REPLACE THEM IF THEY ARE OLD OR FRAGILE
BEFORE USING THE AMPLIFIER AT HIGH POWER LEVELS WITH THE POWER STATION CONNECTED. OUTPUT
TUBES CAN EASILY FAIL WHEN STRESSED. CATASTROPHIC TUBE FAILURE CAN ALSO DAMAGE OTHER COMPONENTS
SUCH AS THE OUTPUT TRANSFORMER.
XTHE POWER STATION IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH SOLID STATE AMPLIFIERS THAT USE CURRENT FEEDBACK
AND AN UNGROUNDED OUTPUT. USING THE POWER STATION WITH SUCH PRODUCTS MAY CAUSE OSCILLATION
AND POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO THE AMPLIFIER.
XTHE POWER STATION IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH CLASS D OR PWM AMPLIFIERS.
XFRYETTE AMPLIFICATION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR AMPLIFIER THAT MAY OCCUR IN
CONNECTION WITH ANY USE OF THE POWER STATION.
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FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS
Power Station
OPER ATE
VOLUME PRESENCE DEPTH
BYPASS POWER
ON
Variable Reactive Load + Vacuum Tube Power PS-100
EDGE SELECT
FLAT
BRITE
DEEP LEVEL
FLAT
WARM
®
HI
LO
Dual-Mode Reactance Amplifier
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REACTIVE LOAD VOICING SWITCHES
The Reactive Load in the Power Station is what absorbs the output power of the amplier connected to
the Amp In jack, and therefore the volume of that amplier. It’s easier to think of the Reactive Load as
a substitute or dummy speaker. It reacts to your amplier in the same way that a speaker reacts to your
amplier and this is what helps your amplier retain its original tone and feel at any volume. Like the
speaker connected to an amplier, the response of the Reactive Load and it’s interaction with the load
amp changes at different volume settings. The Voicing Switches allow you to ne tune the response of the
Reactive Load at your preferred playing volumes.
1. EDGE/BRITE/FLAT – This switch sets the high frequency (Treble/Presence) response of the
reactive load in the Power Station. This will determine how much of your load amplier’s top end
presence and clarity will be retained. At high volume settings, this switch will normally be set FLAT
or possibly BRITE if you want a little more cut in your live or recorded mix.
2. DEEP/WARM/FLAT - This switch sets the low frequency (Bass/Resonance) response of the reactive
load in the Power Station. This will determine how much of your load amplier’s low end punch and
depth will be retained. At high volume settings, this switch will normally be set FLAT or possibly
WARM if you want a little more low-end projection in your live or recorded mix.
NOTE:Theseswitchesonlyoperatewhenyourloadamplier’sspeakeroutputisconnectedto
thePowerStationAmpInjack.Theyremainoperationalinnormalattenuationmodeaswellasin
Silent Mode, whether the Power Station is powered on or off.
POWER AMPLIFIER CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3. SELECT – Switches between the Red and Green front panel Volume, Presence and Depth controls.
This function can also be controlled by a remote footswitch (see #12 on page 6).
4. INPUT LEVEL SWITCH – Sets usable range of the Volume control relative to strength of Line Input
or Amp In signal level. This is useful for setting your ideal playing volume whether you are attenua-
ting a high powered amp, boosting a low powered amp or connecting a preamp to the Line In. Set
the Level switch to HI for attenuating high powered amps or hot Line In signals or LO for boosting
small amps or when using low level Line In signals.
5. VOLUME – Sets the overall playing volume, or sound coming out of your speaker cabinet.
6. PRESENCE – Sets the high-end frequency response of the power amplier stage in the Power Station.
7. DEPTH – Sets the low-end frequency response of the power amplier stage in the Power Station.
8. STANDBY/BYPASS – In Standby mode, this switch bypasses the Power Station, puts the internal
tube power amplier stage on standby and connects the load amplier directly to the speaker cabinet.
9. AC MAINS SWITCH – Turns AC power on and off and indicates AC operation.
NOTE:TheStandby/Bypassswitchonlyallowssoundtopassdirectlythroughtothespeakerin
BypassmodewhenyourloadamplierspeakeroutputisconnectedtotheAmpInjack.When
usingonlytheLineInjack,thisswitchturnsthePowerStationonStandbymode.InStandby
modetherewillbenosoundfromthespeaker.
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REAR PANEL FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
MAINS INPUT
SERIAL:
117 V
SPKR OUT
LIFT
GROUND POWER STATION MODEL PS-100
STE VEN FRYETTE DESIGN, INC.
AMP IN
IMPEDANCE
SELECT
LINE OUT
BAL AN CED
SPE AKER
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
20 0W
MA X
FT SW
AMPLIFIER
FX SEND LINE IN
FX RETN
FX
LEVEL
LINE OUT
FUSE
MAIN
T4A
50/60 HZ
30 0 WATTS
AVIS: RISQU ES DE CHOC E LECTRIQUE , NE PAS OUVRIR :
WARNING: HA ZA RDO US VOLTAGE INSI DE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFI ED SERVICE PE RSONNEL:
CAUT ION : DO NOT EXP OSE THIS
EQU IPM ENT TO RAI N OR MOISTURE:
CAUT ION R EPL ACE O NLY
WIT H SAM E TY PE FUSE
UTI LIS ER UN FUSIBLE D E
ECH ANG E DE MEME T YPE
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED S ERV ICE PERSONN EL
NO US ER SERVICABLE PAR TS IN SIDE
LINE
LEVEL
HI
LO
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1. L
out, effects processor, pedal preamp or iPhone. Virtually any device that you want to amplify to
listening level through a speaker cabinet can be connected here.
2. L
Power Station Amp In jack and makes it available to drive any external device, such as a mixer,
speaker output plugged into the
Use this feature to send your onstage sound to an external processor and then to FOH, an onstage
powered monitor or a “wet” only amp/effect/speaker system.
3. LINE LEVEL – Simultaneously controls the output level of the unbalanced 1/4“ line out and the
balanced XLR out.
4. L
connected to Amp In.
5. FX SEND – Low impedance effects send jack for use with external effects processor. This connec-
tion is post AMP IN and LINE IN, so any effect connected here will be inserted between your load
remotely engaged or bypassed with a footswitch or remote switching device (see #12 on page 6).
6. FX RETURN – High impedance effects return jack for use with external effects processor. As with
the FX SEND, this connection is post AMP IN and LINE IN, so any effect connected here will be
7. FX LEVEL – This sets the signal level inside the loop. Use the HI position for line level (+4 to 0dB)
devices. Use the LO position for guitar level devices (-10 to -20dB) such as pedal delays, etc. In LO
mode you can even plug your guitar, bass, acoustic instrument pickup or keyboard directly in here
8. A
-
Amp In (Max Continuous):
200W @ 2, 4 & 16 Ohms.
150W @ 8 Ohms
NOTE: Set this impedance to match both the speaker and the load Most cabs have a
impedance and you usually have a choice of impedance on your Therefore it is
best to choose the impedance that will match your speaker cab. This will assure that
your and speaker are matched correctly when the Power Station is bypassed.
9. AMPLIFIER IMPEDANCE – Sets the impedance of the internal reactive load for optimum perfor-
10.SPEAKER OUT – Connect this output jack to any speaker cabinet or combination of cabinets that
total 2/4, 8 or 16 ohms impedance. For example, when using a 16 ohm cabinet (typically a 4x12
cabinet), you will set the switch to 16 ohms. To connect multiple cabinets, simply use an unshielded
mono Y adapter or splitter cable.
signal processor.
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IMPORTANT:TheSPEAKEROUTjackhasanopenloadprotectionfeature.Ifnocableisconnected
tothisjackthePowerStationwillremainlockedinBYPASS/STANDBYmoderegardlessofthe
front panel Standby switch setting. This is done to prevent potential damage to your valuable
vintageampshouldthespeakercablebecomedisconnectedwhileinBypassmode.Useonlya
standardmono(tip/sleeve)1/4“phonoplug.
11. CABINET IMPEDANCE – When the speaker jack is connected, simply set the impedance selector
switch to match your cabinet.
IMPORTANT:The2/4Ωampandspeakersettingisdesignedtobesafeandcompatiblewithall
vintage2Ωand4Ωampliers.Becauseareactiveloadisnotanactualspeaker,theimpedance
behavioroftheloadwillnotvaryaswildlyasanactualspeakerandwillthereforemaintainasafe
and stable load for your treasured vintage amps at this low impedance range. Even so, we do
recommend that your power tubes are in good condition when using this device.
12. FOOTSWITCH JACK – Controls front panel Select function (tip) and FX loop bypass (ring) using
any standard 2-function TRS latching footswitch or remote switch function provided by your pre-
amp, modeler or effects switching device. Shielded or non-shielded cable is suitable for this appli-
cation (Footswitch is sold separately).
13. GROUND LIFT – This switch separates the internal circuit ground from chassis and power ground
in order to eliminate possible ground loops between the Power Station and the load amplier
connected to the AMP IN jack. Select the position which yields quietest operation. With a properly
wired AC outlet and factory supplied AC cord, this switch may not produce a noticeable difference.
14.MAINS FUSE – Protects the amplier from electrical faults. Replace only with type and rating spe-
cied on the rear panel of your amplier.
15.AC MAINS INPUT – Connect to a grounded outlet in accordance with the voltage and frequency
specied on the rear panel of your amplier.
USE ONLY THE FACTORY SUPPLIED CORDSET OR A UL APPROVED EQUIVALENT TYPE
USING SILENT MODE
Silent Mode allows you to use the Power Station as a silent adjustable reactive load for quiet direct recor-
ding or when sending a live amp signal to front of house with no speaker cab connected. In this mode it is
not necessary to power up the Power Station. You don’t even need to plug in the power cord. The Voicing
switches, Low Pass Filter switch, FX Send (along with the FX Level switch), and the Balanced and Unba-
lanced Line Outputs all operate with no AC power applied.
TUBE FUNCTION AND LOCATION
Power and phase inverter tubes are mounted horizontally near the back of the unit. The power tubes are
factory biased for optimum performance. No provision for internal or external biasing is provided. To insure
that the Power Station will remain within safe temperature operating limits, the bias must not be modied
or tampered with. Doing so will immediately void the warranty. Tube types are factory selected for superior
performance, consistent tone quality and reliability. Power tubes are factory tested and matched. For best
performance, replace only with factory recommended tubes.
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APPLICATION EXAMPLES
MAINS INP UT
SERIAL:
117 V
SPKR OU T
LIF T
GROUN D POW ER STATION MO DEL P S-10 0
STE VE N FRYE TT E DES IGN , INC .
AMP IN
IMP EDANCE
SELEC T
LIN E OUT
BAL ANCED
SPE AKE R
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
20 0W
MA X
FT SW
AMP LIF IER
FX SE ND LIN E IN
FX RETN
FX
LEVEL
LINE OUT
FUS E
MAIN
T4A
50/ 60 HZ
30 0 WATTS
AVIS: RISQUES D E CHOC ELECTRIQUE , NE PAS OUVRIR:
WARNING : HAZARDOUS VO LTA GE INSI DE. REF ER
SERVI CING TO QUA LIFIED S ERVIC E PERSONN EL:
CAUTION: D ON OT EX POSE THIS
EQUIPM ENT TO RA IN OR MOISTURE:
CAUTION RE PLACE ON LY
WITH SAME T YPE FUS E
UTI LISER UN FUS IBLE DE
ECH ANGE D E MEME T YPE
REF ER SERVICING TO
QUAL IFIED SER VICE PERSON NEL
NO USER SER VICAB LE PART S INSIDE
LINE
LEVEL
HI
LO
Amp Speaker Out
Speaker
Cab In
XLR Line Out
to mixer
Standard ¼“ to ¼“
male speaker cable
1. Amp head to Power Station to Cab with effect in loop and line out going to mixer.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, PLEASE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
12DW7/ECC832
SERVICE PERSONNNEL. NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
V2, V3 – 6550 Power tubes (Matched Pair).
USE ONLY 6550 OR EQUIVALENT. NOT INTERCHANGEABLE WITH ANY OTHER TUBE TYPES!
things cool and to extend tube life.
during use. This is normal and there is not only a cooling fan and plenty of ventilation in the chassis
design, but all of the critical components and transformers are designed to withstand much more heat
than you will normally experience at during typical operation.
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APPLICATION EXAMPLES
MAINS INPUT
SERIAL:
117 V
SPKR OUT
LIFT
GROUND POWER S TATION MODEL PS-100
STEV EN FRYETTE DES IGN, I NC.
AMP IN
IMPEDANCE
SELECT
LINE O UT
BALANCED
SPEAKER
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
200W
MAX
FT SW
AMPLIFIER
FX SE ND LINE IN
FX RE TN
FX
LEVEL
LINE OUT
FUSE
MAIN
T4A
50/6 0 HZ
300 WATTS
AVIS: RI SQUES DE CHO C ELECTRIQUE , NE PAS OUVRIR :
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL:
CAUTION : DO NOT EXPOS E THIS
EQUIPM ENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE:
CAUTION R EPLACE ONLY
WITH SA ME TYPE FUSE
UTILIS ER UN FUSIBLE DE
ECHANG E DE MEME TY PE
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
NO USER SERVICABLE PA RTS INSIDE
LINE
LEVEL
HI
LO
Use PS100 to boost
any mini amp,
iPhone, iRig,
preamp or
modeling preamp Speaker
Cab In
Preamp Out
to Line In
3.PreamptoPowerStationLineIn,effectinloopandPowerStationspeakerouttospeaker.
MAINS INPUT
SERIAL:
117 V
SPKR OUT
LIFT
GROUND POWER S TATION MODEL PS-100
STEV EN FRYETTE DES IGN, I NC.
AMP IN
IMPEDANCE
SELECT
LINE O UT
BALANCED
SPEAKER
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
200W
MAX
FT SW
AMPLIFIER
FX SE ND LINE IN
FX RE TN
FX
LEVEL
LINE OUT
FUSE
MAIN
T4A
50/6 0 HZ
300 WATTS
AVIS: RI SQUES DE CHO C ELECTRIQUE , NE PAS OUVRIR :
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL:
CAUTION : DO NOT EXPOS E THIS
EQUIPM ENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE:
CAUTION R EPLACE ONLY
WITH SA ME TYPE FUSE
UTILIS ER UN FUSIBLE DE
ECHANG E DE MEME TY PE
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
NO USER SERVICABLE PA RTS INSIDE
LINE
LEVEL
HI
LO
Amp Speaker Out Standard
speaker cable
Female to female
¼“ adapter
Standard ¼“ to ¼“
male speaker cable
2.CombotoPowerStationandbacktospeakerwitheffectinloop.
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APPLICATION EXAMPLES
MAI NS INPU T
SER IAL:
117 V
SPK R OUT
LIF T
GRO UND POW ER STATION M ODEL PS -100
STE VEN FRYE TTE DES IGN, IN C.
AMP I N
IMPE DANCE
SELE CT
LINE O UT
BALA NCED
SPE AKER
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
200 W
MAX
FT SW
AMPL IFIER
FX SE ND L INE IN
FX RE TN
FX
LEV EL
LIN E OUT
FUS E
MAI N
T4A
50/6 0 HZ
300 W ATTS
AVIS: R ISQUE S DE CHOC E LECTRI QUE, NE PA S OUVRI R:
WARNI NG: HA ZARDO US VOLTAGE IN SIDE. R EFER
SERVICING TO QUA LIFIED S ERVIC E PERSO NNEL:
CAUTI ON: DO NOT E XPOSE T HIS
EQUIPMEN T TO RAIN O R MOISTURE :
CAUTI ON REPL ACE ONLY
WITH SA ME TYP E FUSE
UTILI SER UN FU SIBLE D E
ECHA NGE DE ME ME TYPE
REFE R SERVI CING TO
QUALI FIED SE RVICE PE RSONN EL
NO USE R SERVI CABLE PAR TS INSI DE
LIN E
LEV EL
HI
LO
to input
on mixer
from PS100
FX loop
to PS100 FX loop
to PS100 line in
PS100 spkr out to cab in / 8 Ω
to input
on mixer
F
5. David Torn type setup for live performance and/or recording.
Power Station
OPERATE
VOL UME PRESENCE DEPTH
BYPASS P OWER
ON
Variable Reactive Load + Vacuum Tube Power PS-100
EDG E SEL ECT
FL AT
BRI TE
DEE P LEV EL
FL AT
WAR M
®
HI
LO
Dua l - Mode Reactance Ampl ifier
MAINS I NPUT
SE RIA L:
117 V
SPK R OUT
LIF T
GRO UND P OWER STATI ON MODE L PS-10 0
STE VEN FRY ETT E DES IGN , INC.
AMP IN
IMP EDAN CE
SEL ECT
LIN E OUT
BALA NCED
SPE AKE R
2/4
8
16
2/4
8
16
20 0W
MA X
FT SW
AMP LIFI ER
FX S END LI NE IN
FX R ETN
FX
LE VEL
LIN E OUT
FUS E
MAIN
T4A
50/ 60 HZ
30 0 WATTS
AVIS : RISQU ES DE CHOC E LECTR IQUE, N E PAS OUVRI R:
WARN ING: HA ZARDOU S VOLTAGE INS IDE. RE FER
SER VICING T O QUALIF IED SER VICE PE RSONNE L:
CAUTI ON: DO NO T EXPOS E THIS
EQUI PMENT T O RAIN OR M OISTU RE:
CAUTI ON REPL ACE ONLY
WITH S AME TY PE FUSE
UTIL ISER UN F USIBL E DE
ECHA NGE DE ME ME TYP E
REFE R SERVI CING TO
QUAL IFIED S ERVIC E PERSON NEL
NO US ER SERV ICABLE PA RTS INS IDE
LIN E
LE VEL
HI
LO
Amp Speaker Out
All red outlined functions operate without power
No A/C power needed
XLR Line Out
to mixer
Standard ¼“ to ¼“
male speaker cable
4. Silent mode.
USING SILENT MODE
WHEN USING A HIGH-POWERED AMP
CRANKED, YOU MUST RUN THE POWER
STATION WITH THE AC CORD PLUGGED IN
AND THE POWER SWITCH TURNED ON.
IN THIS CASE, LEAVE THE OPRATE/BYPASS
SWITCH SET TO BYPASS.
Silent Mode allows you to use the Power
Station as a silent adjustable reactive load
for quiet direct recording or when sending
a live amp signal to front of house with no
speaker cab connected. In this mode it is not
necessary to power up the Power Station.
You don’t even need to plug in the power
cord. The Voicing switches, FX Send (along
CAUTION! The 200W maximum power ra-
ting of the Power Station’s load depends
on the fan being operational. Running the
Power Station with no AC power disables
the fan and the Maximum Power rating is
reduced by 50%.
with the FX Level switch), Line Out, Line Level
control and the Balanced and Unbalanced
Line Outputs all operate with no AC power
supplied.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS
WON’TTURNON
1. Make sure AC cord is securely connected at
both ends.
2. Verify the power source with something you
know works.
3. Check the mains fuse, and replace if necessary.
If it blows again, refer to qualied service personnel.
NO SOUND
1. Check input cable.
2. Check volume controls.
3. Make sure the amplier volume and/or gain
controls are turned up.
4. Check to see if the effects loop is connected
correctly.
5. Check speaker cable to see if it is disconnected
or shorted.
6. Make sure that the impedance selector is fully
engaged in its detent.
7. Check the standby switch.
8. Check for a blown speaker.
9. Check the mains fuse, and replace if necessary.
If it blows again, refer to qualied service personnel.
WON’TSWITCHTOOPERATE
1. Check the mains fuse, and replace if neces-
sary. If it blows again, refer to qualied service
personnel.
SQUEEL / FEEDBACK
1. Move your guitar/pickups away from your amplier.
See Proximity Feedback info sheet at
www.fryette.com
EFFECTS NOT OPERATING
1. Make sure effects send and return cables are
good and properly connected.
2. Check footswitch/remote switcher cable (TRS).
RUNNING HOT
1. Make sure that the unit has adequate ventilation.
2. Make sure that the impedance selector is set to
the proper impedance.
3. Power tubes may be drawing excessive current
(refer to qualied service personnel).
NOTE: Always set the amplier to standby when
taking breaks and turn the amplier off when
not in use. This will extend tube life and improve
long term reliability.
DISTORTION
1. Check the impedance setting.
2. Check the speaker cable for shorts.
3. Check the speaker.
4. Check the signal level at other devices in the
signal path or in the loop.
5. Power tubes may be weak (refer to qualied
service personnel).
BLOWING MAINS FUSE
1. Bad power tube or other internal power supply
component (refer to qualied service personnel).
MODEL: POWER STATION 100
MODEL NUMBER: PS-100.
POWER REQUIREMENT: 300W
POWER AMP OUTPUT: 100W RMS @ 5% THD,
1kHz sine into 8Ω
INPUT IMPEDANCE: 2/4Ω/8Ω/16Ω (selectable)
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 2/4Ω/8Ω/16Ω (selectable)
FUSE:
100V-120V UNITS: T4A, 125/250V
220V-240VUNITS:T1.6A, 250V.
DIMENSIONS:
HEIGHT: 3.6 in (9.1 cm)
WIDTH: 14 in (35.5 cm)
DEPTH: 9 in (22.8 cm)
WEIGHT: 16 lb (7.3 kg)
Product specications are subject to change without notice.
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Certicate of Compliance
Restriction of the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
We certify that all of our products (exceptions see listed below) are compliant with the European Union
Directive 2002/95/EC for the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (RoHS).
No Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr+6), PBB or PBDE is intentionally
added to these devices. Any trace impurities of these substances contained in the parts are below the
RoHS specied threshold levels.
All information provided in this Certicate of Compliance is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of
the date this Certication was issued.
Certicate of Compliance
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of chemicals (REACh)
We declare that all of our products are compliant with European Union Directive EC1907/206 for the
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of chemicals (REACh), and contain none or less
than 0.1% of the chemicals listed as hazardous chemicals in the REACh regulation. All information provided
in this Certicate of Compliance is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the date this Certication
was issued.
Declaration of Conformity
EMC and Low Voltage Directive (CE)
Product Name: POWER STATION 100
Model Number: PS-100
This is to certify that the product listed above complies with the following European Union Council Directives
and Standards relating to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC Directive 89/336/EEC) and the low voltage
Directive (73/23/EEC).
This declaration of conformity of the European Communities is the result of an examination carried out
by Electromagnetic Engineering Services, Inc. in accordance with European Standards EN 50081-1, EN
50082-1 and EN 60065 for low voltage, as laid down in Article 10 of the EMC Directive.
Fryette Amplication
6850 Vineland Ave. Unit P
North Hollywood, CA 91605 USA
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Subject to the obligations and exclusions found below, this product is warranted by Steven Fryette Design, Inc., (herein SFD)
against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the period of Five (5) Years from the date of purchase, with the
exception of the tubes, fuses and speakers where applicable, which carry a 90 day warranty.
The warranty period commences on the date of purchase by the original user. Performance under this warranty must be obtained
at one of the following: an SFD Authorized Service Station, by returning the unit to the SFD factory with prior written authorization,
or (in countries outside of the United States) by a representative SFD distributor.
Obligations
1. This warranty will be honored only on the presentation of the original proof of purchase.
2. Transportation of the product to and from an authorized SFD service outlet is the responsibility of the user. Units sent directly
to the SFD factory for warranty repairs must be authorized by SFD and shipped prepaid.
Exclusions
1. This warranty shall not cover adjustment of consumer-operated controls as explained in the appropriate instruction manual,
or products that have been altered or have missing, or defaced serial numbers.
2. This warranty shall not apply to the appearance of accessory items including but not limited to, cabinets, cabinet parts, or
knobs.
3. This warranty does not apply to uncrating, setup, installation, or the removal and reinstallation of products for repair.
4. This warranty shall not apply to repair or replacements necessitated by any cause beyond the control of SFD including, but
not limited to, any malfunction, defects, or failure caused by or resulting from unauthorized service or parts, damaged or broken
tubes, incorrect line voltage, improper maintenance, modication or repair by the user, abuse misuse, neglect, accident, re,
ood, or other Acts of God.
5. Responsibility for the repair of any SFD product sold outside of U.S. boundaries is borne by the SFD representative in that
particular country or territory. Also, the warranty term and conditions may be different from those stated above. Please contact
the SFD distributor or dealer in your country for more information.
The foregoing is in lieu of all other expressed warranties, and SFD does not authorize any party to assume for it any other obliga-
tion or liability. In no event shall SFD be liable for special or consequential damages arising from the use of this product, or for any
delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond our control. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitations on implied
warranty and consequential damages may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other
rights that vary from state to state.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
U.S. and Canadian residents: Please retain your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for warranty purposes. All
other international residents please contact the authorized distributor your Fryette product was purchased from.
For a list of international distributors please visit www.fryette.com/dealers.html
FRYETTE AMPLIFICATION
6850 VINELAND AVE. UNIT P
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605
TEL (818) 980-2800 FAX (818) 980-2802 www.fryette.com
Copyright 2019 Steven Fryette Design, Inc.
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