Fender Frontman 15R - User Manual

FRONTMAN 15/15R
p/n 022-1500-000 (120V)
SERVICE MANUAL
CONTENTS:
Notices
Specifications
Parts lists:
PCB assembly
Chassis assembly
Cabinet assembly
Miscellaneous
Schematics
Service diagram
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 7975 North Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85258
FRONTMAN 15/15R
(This is the model name for warranty claims)
SERVICE MANUAL
FEBRUARY 1997
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The information contained herein is CONFIDENTIAL and PROPRIETARY to Fender Musical Instruments Corp. It is
disclosed solely for use by qualified technicians for purposes of equipment maintenance and service. It is not to be
disclosed to others without the expressed permission of Fender Musical Instruments Co. All specifications subject to
change without notice.
For warranty repair service, only Fender specified part numbers are to be used. It is recommended they also be used
for post-warranty maintenance and repair.
Parts marked with an asterisk (
*
) indicate the required use of that specific part. This is necessary for RELIABILITY and
SAFETY requirements. DO NOT USE A SUBSTITUTE!
A coded naming convention is used in the description of certain parts. The codes and what they mean are as follows:
CAPACITOR CODES HARDWARE CODES
CAP AE = Aluminum Electrolytic BLX = Black Oxide
CAP CA = Ceramic Axial CR = Chrome Plated
CAP CD = Ceramic Disk HWH = Hex Washer Head
CAP MPF = Metalized Polyester Film M = Machine Screw
CAP MY = Mylar NI = Nickel Plated
CAP PFF = Polyester Film/Foil OHP = Oval Head Phillips
PB = Particle Board
RESISTOR CODES
PHP = Pan Head Phillips
PHPS = Pan Head Phillips Sems
RES CC = Carbon Comp SMA = Sheet Metal "A" Point
RES CF = Carbon Film SMB = Sheet Metal "B" Point
RES FP = Flame Proof SS = Stainless Steel
RES MF = Metal Film TF = Thread Forming
RES WW = Wire Wound ZI = Zinc Plated
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Fender Frontman 15R Specifications

General

Power Output	15 watts
Channels	2 (Normal and Drive)
Reverb	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes
Weight	15 lbs (6.8 kg)
Type	Solid State
Effects	Reverb
Speaker	8" Fender Special Design Speaker
Inputs	1 x 1/4" Instrument
Controls	Volume, Treble, Bass, Reverb

Summary

FRONTMAN 15;15 R SERVICE MANUAL

Important Notice and Safety Information

Contains crucial information regarding confidentiality, proprietary data, and safety requirements for technicians.

Component Identification Codes

Defines coded naming conventions for capacitors, resistors, and hardware used throughout the manual.

Technical Specifications

Part Numbers and Voltage Variants

Lists part numbers for Frontman 15/15R models across different voltage versions and regions.

Performance Characteristics

Details input impedance, nominal level, power output, and power requirements of the amplifier.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Specifies speaker complement, dimensions, and weight of the amplifier.

Printed Circuit Board Assembly Parts List

Chassis Assembly Parts List

Cabinet Assembly Parts List

Cabinet Assembly Parts List (Continued)

Miscellaneous Parts List

Circuit Schematic Diagram

Diagram Revisions and General Notes

Records diagram revisions and provides essential notes on component specifications and testing conditions.

Power Input and Output Test Specifications

Outlines AC power connections, fuse details, and specifications for output performance testing.

Component Layout Diagram

Component Placement and Notes

Illustrates component placement on the PCB, noting unpopulated components and providing specific instructions.

Diagram Tolerances and Proprietary Statement

Details dimensional tolerances for the diagram and asserts proprietary rights of Fender Musical Instruments Co.