ORANGE Crush PiX 50BXT 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 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.
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
CONTACT DETAILS................................................................................................................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................................... 5
USING YOUR AMPLIFIER ......................................................................................................................... 9
FRONT PANEL FEATURES ...................................................................................................................... 10
REAR PANEL FEATURES......................................................................................................................... 13
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 14
FREE EXTENDED WARRANTY OFFER ..................................................................................................... 15
The contents of this manual may be subject to change without notice. The latest version is
available for download on the official Orange Amplification website:
http://www.orangeamps.com/support/downloads/

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CONTACT DETAILS
Global Headquarters
Orange Amplification
OMEC House
108 Ripon Way
Borehamwood
Hertfordshire
WD6 2JA
ENGLAND
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
in[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.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
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 are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
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

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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. Unauthorised substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
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 product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirement. This
affixed product label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in
domestic household waste.

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This device complies with the Canadian Interference Regulations CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B).
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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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USING YOUR AMPLIFIER
FUSES:
100V/120V: T2A
230V/240V: T1A

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FRONT PANEL FEATURES
1. Input Jack Socket
Plug your instrument into this jack socket.
2. Gain Control
This controls pre-gain level.
3. High
Provides high frequency equalization if required.
4. Mid
Provides middle frequency equalization with cut and boost.
5. Low
Provides low frequency equalization if required.

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6. Volume
Controls the overall volume of the amplifier.
7. Aux In
Use this 1/8" stereo mini jack to connect the output from CD or MP3 player, laptop, etc., to the
amp. The jacks are internally summed to a mono signal.
8. Phones
For use with most stereo headphones.
CAUTION: To avoid possible damage to your hearing, do not use headphones for extended
periods of time at extremely loud levels.
9. Power Indicator
LED indicates if power is turned on or off.
10. Tuner LED
Play a note on your guitar. The appropriate red LED will illuminate on the display to indicate the
note being played. If the green #LED also illuminates, this indicates a chromatic note, e.g.
F Sharp (#).
The >arrow LED indicates the note is tuned flat (too low in pitch).
The <arrow LED indicates the note is tuned sharp (too high in pitch).
Adjust the string until the green OK LED between the two arrows is lit.
11. Tuner Switch
Depress this button to activate the tuner.

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14. Speaker Output
Use this jack to connect the amplifier to an external speaker. The internal speaker is
disconnected when this jack is used. The impedance of the external speaker must be 4 Ohms or
greater. Do not attempt to use headphones in the speaker output jack!
15. Line Output
Use this unbalanced jack to send a line level signal to another amplifier, mixing board, or
recording console.

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REAR PANEL FEATURES
12. A/C Main Power Switch
This switch turns the AC MAIN power on/off.
13. AC Inlet and Fuseholder
Connect the supplied standard 3-pin “IEC” plug here.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications may be subject to change without notice.

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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 online.
Valves and speakers supplied with an Orange amp or purchased separately at our online store are
covered for 90 days from the date of purchase.
The warranty status of any Orange product is subject to its being used for its intended purpose in
suitable conditions. As the manufacturer we reserve the right to refuse to warranty any Orange
product which has been misused in any way whatsoever.
REGISTER RIGHT NOW AT www.orangeamps.com