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Nighthawk

VVT

 

45 

Hand Crafted Tube Guitar Amplifier 

VVT Amps 

520 University Dr. 

Waldorf, MD 20602 

240-222-3830 

www.vvtamps.com

 

 
Important Information: 
 
1.

 

Please read all of the information contained in this document. 

 

 
2.

 

HUM - Some hum or amplified noise is normal.  As the volume is increased 
some amplified noise may be noticeable and will be more apparent in a small 
quiet room. Additionally, tubes have inherent noise as do resistors.  However, 
excessive hum (noise) can be caused by electronic devices located near the amp 
or on the same circuit such as neon signs, fridges, fluorescent lights, computers, 
light dimmers, aquarium pumps, etc. Hum can vary with different outlets, 
rooms or buildings.   

 

 
3.

 

Do not operate this amp without a speaker load. 

 
4.

 

This amp is equipped with a 2A thermal circuit breaker instead of a fuse.  If a 
problem develops with the amp, the circuit breaker will open and the amp will 
not operate until the circuit breaker is re-set.  The circuit breaker is located on 
the bottom of the amp chassis behind the rectifier tube.  After re-setting the 
circuit breaker, if the amp does not operate or continues to pop the breaker, the 
amp needs service. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Nighthawk 45

Page 1: ... electronic devices located near the amp or on the same circuit such as neon signs fridges fluorescent lights computers light dimmers aquarium pumps etc Hum can vary with different outlets rooms or buildings 3 Do not operate this amp without a speaker load 4 This amp is equipped with a 2A thermal circuit breaker instead of a fuse If a problem develops with the amp the circuit breaker will open and...

Page 2: ...in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings POWER SOURCES The amplifier should only be connected to a 120VAC household power source GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated Do not remove the ground from the power cord ...

Page 3: ... load Failure to follow these instructions could seriously damage your amp and may void any warranty 3 The vacuum tubes in your amplifier are not solid state devices They do and will wear out over time The life expectancy of the tubes depends on the amount of time you use your amplifier If you replace your tubes they should be replaced with the same type as originally installed VVT Amps only guara...

Page 4: ...ER WILL NOT TURN ON Check the power to the unit Check for tripped household circuit breakers unplugged extension cords or power strip switches that may be turned off Check the amps circuit breaker located behind the 5U4 Rectifier tube If the breaker is popped re set the breaker and test your amp If the circuit breaker continues to pop the amp need service Also check your input and speaker output c...

Page 5: ...r equipment damaged by this guitar amplifier This warranty does not cover and no liability is assumed for damage due to natural disasters accidents abuse loss of parts lack of reasonable care incorrect use or failure to follow instructions Accidental damage to the amplifier cabinet or Tolex is not covered This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied No representative or pe...

Page 6: ...rols Front Panel Instrument Input Jack Bright Switch Jump Switch Volume Bump Switch Treble Middle Bass Master Volume Presence On Off Standby Back Panel Chassis Speaker Jack s 2A Circuit Breaker Covering Emerald Textured Vinyl with Beige Grille Cloth Weight 45 lbs Combo 29 lbs Head Dimensions Height Combo Head Width 20 TBD Height 20 TBD Depth 10 TBD Tube Complement 1 X 5AR4 GZ34 Rectifier Tube 2 X ...

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