ORANGE Crush PiX 100BXT User manual

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THANK YOU!
Thank you for choosing Orange. You are now a
member of the ‘Legendary British Guitar Amplifier’
owners club!
Since 1968 when the company was founded, Orange
has been a pioneering force in the guitar amplification
industry. Today, with a team of the world’s finest
amplifier engineers, Orange continues to push back the
boundaries of conventional tube amplifier design.
Our commitment to craftsmanship and quality control has allowed our amplifiers to stand the
test of time, giving their owners as much pleasure now, as the day they were bought. To
maintain this level of excellence, each Orange amplifier is put through many rigorous test
procedures before leaving the factory.
The warmth, tonal quality and rich harmonics generated by a valve amplifier cannot be
reproduced by ‘artificial’ means. Many guitarists have reached the same conclusion: neither
the transistor nor microchip is a suitable alternative to valve technology.
This booklet contains valuable technical and safety information Please take the time to read
this manual as the information may enhance the sound and performance of your amplifier.
We are confident that you will be delighted with your new purchase and that it will provide
you with many years of enjoyment.

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS............................................................................................................................................... 3
CONTACT DETAILS................................................................................................................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.......................................................................................................5
POWERING UP ........................................................................................................................................7
REAR PANEL ..........................................................................................................................................11
USING YOUR AMPLIFIER .......................................................................................................................12
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................13
FREE EXTENDED WARRANTY OFFER .....................................................................................................14

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CONTACT DETAILS
Orange Amplifiers
OMEC House
108 Ripon Way
Borehamwood
Hertfordshire
WD6 2JA
ENGLAND
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
Orange USA
2065 Peachtree Industrial Ct.
Suite 208
Atlanta, GA 30341
USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons. Terminals labelled as
“Speaker Outputs” must be connected to a speaker cabinet of the designated
load rating using an un-shielded two conductor cable for speaker use at all times
during operation
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle and "WARNING" are
intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating instructions.
Failure to heed the instructions will result in severe injury or death.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near liquid.
• Clean only with dry cloth.

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• 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, one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions: (a) When the power-supply cord or plug
is damaged; (b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product; (c) If the product
has been exposed to rain or water; (d) If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation; (e) if the product has been
dropped or damaged in any way; (f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance -
this indicates a need for service.
• Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

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This Orange Amplifier conforms to UL Standard 60065 for Audio, Video and
Similar Electronic Apparatus - Safety Requirements;
Certified to CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60065-03; IEC 60065 2001 + A1:2005
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, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

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POWERING UP
IMPORTANT!
To prevent serious damage be sure that the rated AC line voltage shown on the amplifier's rear
panel agrees with the line voltage available from your AC inlet before connecting the AC power cord.

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TOP PANEL
NAME
DESCRIPTION
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INPUT
Plug your guitar into this input
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GAIN
The gain control adjusts the gain
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CONTOUR
When turning clockwise, a boost is achieved in both the bass and treble ranges, while the
midrange is being slightly cut
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PRESENCE
Adds higher frequencies to the guitar tone, creating crispness and bite
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TREBLE
Provides high frequency equalization as required
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H.MID
Provides high middle frequency equalization as required
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L.MID
Provides low middle frequency equalization as required
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LOW
Provides low frequency equalization as required
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VOLUME
Controls the overall volume of the amplifier
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AUX IN
Use this 1/8” stereo mini jack to connect the output of a CD or MP3 player, laptop, etc to the
amplifier - The jacks are internally summed to a mono signal
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LINE OUTPUT
Use this unbalanced jack to send a line level signal to another amplifier, the mixing board, or
recording console.

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PRE/POST SWITCH
Switches ‘Direct Output’ between ‘Pre’ mode and ‘Post’ mode
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GND/LIFT SWITCH
Switches ‘Direct Output’ between ‘Pre’ mode and ‘Post’ mode
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DIRECT OUT
Signal for connection to external power amplifiers
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POWER INDICATOR
LED indicates whether the power switch is ON or OFF
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RETURN
For connection from the output of an external effects processor
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SEND
For connection to the input of an external effects processor
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TUNER SWITCH
This push switch turns the Tuner on/off
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TUNER LED
These LEDs are the tuning guide

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REAR PANEL
NAME
DESCRIPTION
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AC MAIN POWER
SWITCH
This switch turns the AC Main Power on/off
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AC INLET &
FUSEHOLDER
Connect the supplied standard 3-pin ‘IEC’ plug here
WARNING: This amplifier shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthed connection.
WARNING: Where the mains plug or appliance inlet is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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USING YOUR AMPLIFIER
Turn amplifier master Volume to "0" before turning amplifier ON or OFF. To prevent hum operate
your amplifier and instruments as far away from fluorescent and neon lamps as possible, as they
generate extremely high levels of electronic noise.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CRUSH 100BXT
OUTPUT POWER
100 Watts RMS @ 1% THD 4 ohm
POWER CONSUMPTION
2200VA
POWER REQUIREMENT
100v, 120V, 230V-240V, 50/60Hz
INPUT
Guitar and AUX
DIMENSIONS
(W) x (H) x (D)
20x20, 8x13.7 inch
510x530x350 mm
INPUT SENSITIVITY
Normal 40mV F=1Khz
Volumes Tone Controls at max
WEIGHT
56 lbs (25.5kg)
NOISE
-25dB (Vol Max/M.Vol max)
-55dB (Vol max/M.Vol min)
-30dB (Vol max/M.Vol min/Rev max
CABINET
Sturdy Particleboard
COLOUR & FINISH
Orange Leatherette

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FREE EXTENDED WARRANTY OFFER
Orange amplifiers are under warranty for one year subject to consumer protection laws in the
country of purchase and distributor’s terms and conditions, an additional year can be added by
registering at http://www.orangeamps.com/product-warranties/
Speakers supplied with an Orange amp or purchased separately at our online store are covered for
90 days from the date of purchase.
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suitable conditions. As the manufacturer we reserve the right to refuse to warranty any Orange
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