Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN Owner's manual

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Musical Instrument Amplifier
Type
Owner's manual

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Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN is a fully functional 2 Watt all-tube head so diverse that you can play blues one night, country after that and full on ROCK the next!

The Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN features a Gain control, a preamp mode switch, a fully functional tone stack (Treble and Bass), Master volume and a unique stereo headphones/lineout which can be used for practice as well as silent recording for those late night sessions...

You’ve never heard anything like this before. Welcome aboard the Lil’ Night Train to Big tone!

Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN is a fully functional 2 Watt all-tube head so diverse that you can play blues one night, country after that and full on ROCK the next!

The Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN features a Gain control, a preamp mode switch, a fully functional tone stack (Treble and Bass), Master volume and a unique stereo headphones/lineout which can be used for practice as well as silent recording for those late night sessions...

You’ve never heard anything like this before. Welcome aboard the Lil’ Night Train to Big tone!

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
Mains powered apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• 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 with 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. (for USA and Canada)
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
• Turning off the power switch does not completely isolate this
product from the power line so remove the plug from the
socket if not using it for extended periods of time.
• Install this product near the wall socket and keep the power
plug easily accessible.
• WARNING—This apparatus shall be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Do not install this equipment on the far position from wall
outlet and/or convenience receptacle.
• Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a
box for the conveyance or similar unit.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones
can cause hearing loss.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
* All product names and company names are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
A ALWAYS use the supplied mains lead, if a replacement is
required please contact your authorized Vox Dealer.
B DO NOT switch the amplifier on without a loudspeaker
connected.
C ENSURE that any extension cabinets used are of the
correct impedance.
D NEVER attempt to bypass the fuses or fit ones of the
incorrect values.
E DO NOT attempt to remove the amplifier chassis, there
are no user serviceable parts.
F Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel including
replacement of fuses and valves. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally or has been dropped.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the users authority to
operate the equipment.
Note: It is recommended that all audio cables, with the
exception of the speaker lead, used to connect to the
Lil’ Night Train is of a high quality, screened type.
These should not exceed 10 metres in length. Always
use a non-screened Vox approved speaker lead with
the Lil’ Night Train Amplifier and extension cabinets.
WARNING: Do not obstruct ventilation grilles and always
ensure free movement of air around the
amplifier
Notice regarding disposal (EU only)
When this “crossed-out wheeled bin” symbol is
displayed on the product, owner’s manual, battery, or
battery package, it signifies that when you wish to
dispose of this product, manual, package or battery
you must do so in an approved manner. Do not
discard this product, manual, package or battery
along with ordinary household waste. Disposing in
the correct manner will prevent harm to human
health and potential damage to the environment.
Since the correct method of disposal will depend on
the applicable laws and regulations in your locality,
please contact your local administrative body for
details. If the battery contains heavy metals in excess
of the regulated amount, a chemical symbol is
displayed below the “crossed-out wheeled bin”
symbol on the battery or battery package.
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Owner’s Manual
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the VOX Lil’ Night Train, the latest innovation to come out of the
depths of VOX R&D!
Like many musicians, we’re pretty lazy! With all those heavy amps to lug around from gig to gig, wouldn’t
it be great to have the most amazing tone in a portable foot print? Well now you can. Welcome to the VOX
Lil’ Night Train.
Whether you’re a session player or a wanna-be rock God, your tone is the most important thing. This is a
fully functional 2 Watt all-tube head so diverse that you can play blues one night, country after that and full
on ROCK the next!
The Lil’ Night Train features a Gain control, a preamp mode switch, a fully functional tone stack (Treble and
Bass), Master volume and a unique stereo headphones/lineout which can be used for practice as well as
silent recording for those late night sessions...
You’ve never heard anything like this before.
Welcome aboard the Lil’ Night Train to Big tone!
The VOX R&D team.
FRONT PANEL LAYOUT
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1. INPUT Jack - Insert Guitar here!
2. GAIN Control - Use this to achieve chimey cleans when set before 12 o’clock, to ear bleeding overdrive
when cranked! And of course everything in between!
3. Mode Switch - This switch is used to adjust the front end pre-amp of the amplifier. There are 2 modes:
a. BRIGHT - Now you have a bit more brightness.
b. THICK - Use this to boost your Gain to awesome levels! (NOTE: when this is on, the tone controls
aren’t!)
4. TREBLE Control - This controls the treble (high) frequencies in your sound - from soft and round when
turned down (counter-clockwise) to bright and cutting when cranked (clockwise) and all points in-be-
tween.
5. BASS Control - This controls the bass (low) frequencies in your sound - from warm and light when turned
down (counter-clockwise) to dark and heavy when cranked (clockwise) and all points in between.
6. VOLUME Control - This affects the overall output level of the preamp stage, use this to control the over-
all volume of the amplifier whilst retaining all the tonal characteristics. (hey who, are we kidding here....
overdrive!)
7. MAINS Switch - Turns the Lil’ Night Train from off to on!
8. Indicator - Let’s you know if the Lil’ Night Train is ....well...on or off!
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REAR PANEL LAYOUT
1. MAINS INPUT - Connect your electricity here with the supplied, detachable Mains (power) cord.
2. MAINS FUSE - (serious bit) The fuse provides an overall safety protection in the event your amplifier
develops and electrical fault.
3. Headphones / Lineout Jack - Connect you favourite stereo headphones here, or connect directly to
your favourite recording rig. The output from this jack passes through a cabinet simulator. So you can
enjoy authentic tube amp tone through your headphones! NOTE: When Speaker Jack is connected, this
is disconnected.
4. 16 / 8 Ohm Loudspeaker Jack - This is used to connect the Lil’ Night Train to any 16 ohm or 8 Ohm
cabinet. Please note that in 8ohm mode, The power output reduces slightly to 1.5 Watts RMS.
WARNING ! Always use a non-screened VOX approved speaker lead with the Lil’ Night Train
amplifier and cabinet.
WARNING ! Please ensure that your amplifier is connected to the correct mains power voltage—
please check the rear panel rating plate. If in doubt consult dealer.
WARNING ! NEVER operate this amplifier without the loudspeaker load or headphones/lineout
being connected. Serious damage can occur otherwise.
WARNING ! This amplifier must always be earthed (grounded) to prevent the risk of electrical
shock.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Output: 2 Watts RMS into 16 ohm
1.5 Watts RMS into 8 ohms
Dimensions (W x H x D): 222 x 117 x 117 mm/8.74 x 4.61 x 4.61 inches
Weight: 2.2Kg/4.85 lbs
Included items: Power cable, Owner’s manual, Speaker cable, Polish cloth
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improvement.
www.voxamps.com
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Owner’s Manual
© 2010 VOX AMPLIFICATION LTD.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERS
This product has been manufactured according to strict specications and voltage requirements that are
applicable in the country in which it is intended that this product should be used. If you have purchased
this product via the internet, through mail order, and/or via a telephone sale, you must verify that this
product is intended to be used in the country in which you reside.
WARNING: Use of this product in any country other than that for which it is intended could be danger-
ous and could invalidate the manufacturers or distributors warranty.
Please also retain your receipt as proof of purchase otherwise your product may be disqualied from
the manufacturers or distributors warranty.
REMARQUE IMPORTANTE POUR LES CLIENTS
Ce produit a été fabriqué suivant des spécications sévères et des besoins en tension applicables dans le
pays où ce produit doit être utilisé. Si vous avez acheté ce produit via l’internet, par vente par corres-
pondance ou/et vente par téléphone, vous devez vérier que ce produit est bien utilisable dans le pays
où vous résidez.
ATTENTION: L’utilisation de ce produit dans un pays autre que celui pour lequel il a été conçu peut
être dangereuse et annulera la garantie du fabricant ou du distributeur. Conservez bien votre récépissé
qui est la preuve de votre achat, faute de quoi votre produit ne risque de ne plus être couvert par la
garantie du fabricant ou du distributeur.
WICHTIGER HINWEIS FÜR KUNDEN
Dieses Produkt wurde unter strenger Beatung von Spezikationen und Spannungsanforderungen
hergestellt, die im Bestimmungsland gelten. Wenn Sie dieses Produkt über das Internet, per Postversand
und/oder mit telefoniser Bestellung gekau haben, müssen Sie bestätigen, dass dieses Produkt für Ihr
Wohngebiet ausgelegt ist.
WARNUNG: Verwendung dieses Produkts in einem anderen Land als dem, für das es bestimmt ist,
verwendet wird, kann gefährli sein und die Garantie des Herstellers oder Importeurs hinfällig lassen
werden. Bie bewahren Sie diese Quiung als Kaueleg auf, da andernfalls das Produkt von der Ga-
rantie des Herstellers oder Importeurs ausgeslossen werden kann.
NOTA IMPORTANTE PARA EL CONSUMIDOR
Este producto ha sido fabricado de acuerdo a estrictas especicaciones y requerimientos de voltaje
aplicables en el país para el cual está destinado. Si ha comprado este producto por internet, a través de
correo, y/o venta telefónica, debe usted vericar que el uso de este producto está destinado al país en el
cual reside.
AVISO: El uso de este producto en un país distinto al cual está destinado podría resultar peligroso y
podría invalidar la garantía del fabricante o distribuidor.
Por favor guarde su recibo como prueba de compra ya que de otro modo el producto puede verse priva-
do de la garantía del fabricante o distribuidor.
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Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN Owner's manual

Category
Musical Instrument Amplifier
Type
Owner's manual
This manual is also suitable for

Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN is a fully functional 2 Watt all-tube head so diverse that you can play blues one night, country after that and full on ROCK the next!

The Vox Lil NIGHT TRAIN features a Gain control, a preamp mode switch, a fully functional tone stack (Treble and Bass), Master volume and a unique stereo headphones/lineout which can be used for practice as well as silent recording for those late night sessions...

You’ve never heard anything like this before. Welcome aboard the Lil’ Night Train to Big tone!

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