CARVIN X-AMP User Manual

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CARVIN
X-AMP
Tube Guitar Amplifiers
OPERATION MANUAL
Manual 96-00100
Revision 2.0
Dec 1990
Covers the Following Models
X-50B, X-100B
X60, XT112, XV112, XV212
(800)854-2235
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CARVIN X-AMP Specifications

General

Brand	CARVIN
Model	X-AMP
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Receiving Inspection

For the New Owner

Quick Set Up

Initial Connections and Power On

Steps for connecting AC power, speakers, guitar, and powering on the amp.

Control Operations and Settings

Guide to using Rhythm Volume, Lead Drive, Master Volume, and Tone controls.

Footswitch and Operational Cautions

Information on the optional footswitch and important operational cautions.

Getting the Performance Out of Your X-Amp

X-Amp Design Technical Description

X-50B/X-100B Specifications

XT112, XV112 & XV212 Specifications

X60 Specifications

In Case of Trouble: Tube Issues

12AX7A Pre Amp Tube Symptoms

Identifies symptoms of faulty 12AX7A pre-amp tubes and their location.

EL34 Power Tube Symptoms

Lists symptoms indicating a problem with EL34 power vacuum tubes.

Vacuum Tube Checking Procedures

Methods for testing and diagnosing vacuum tubes to identify defects.

Factory Servicing and Tube Guidance

Advice on seeking professional service and addressing tube-related issues.

Troubleshooting: Channel Switching and Effects Loop

Channel Switching/Footswitch Problems

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems with channel switching and the footswitch.

Effects Loop Troubleshooting

Procedures for identifying and fixing issues within the amplifier's effects loop.

Warranty and Service Information

Contacting Service Before Return

Instruction to call the service department before shipping the unit for repair.

Warranty Repair Procedures

Guidelines for submitting units for repair under the one-year warranty.

Out-of-Warranty Repair Details

Information on service charges, fees, and procedures for out-of-warranty repairs.

Local Servicing Options

Advice on using local technicians and Carvin's parts support.

Limited One-Year Warranty Terms

The official terms and conditions of the product's one-year limited warranty.