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1. A G displayed as D and A G flat displayed as G The display window will briefly flash the cur rently selected tuning preference Exit Tuner mode by pressing both Footswitches simultaneously Tone Library Knob In Performance mode this knob selects a variety of genre based amp tone defaults ranging from Blues to Metal to Country Behind the scenes the Compressor Distortion Amp Cabinet model and EQ are configured to create a specified tone with a single click of this knob You can further refine the sound by editing the preset see Editing Creating Presets on page 16 Changing between different Tone Library defaults does not change the Chorus FX Delay or Reverb letting you ex periment with different amp styles quickly in the context of the current effect chain Effects Library Knob In Performance mode this knob selects a variety of post amplifier model effect chains Chorus Chorus Delay Delay Reverb etc You can further refine the sound by editing the preset see Editing Creating Presets on page 16 Changing between different Effects Library defaults does not change the Compressor Distortion Amp Cabinet model and EQ settings letting you experiment with different effect chains quickly in the context of the current amp tone Effects Level Knob In Performance mode this knob changes the relative level of the post amp effects Chorus FX Delay and Reverb This can be thought of as an effects mix control2. Modeling Guitar Processor en User s Manual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE D CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an lateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit The exclamation point in an equi lateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner s manual These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the unit Do not attempt to service the unit yourself Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer s warranty Do not get the unit wet If liquid is spilled on the unit shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPAT TY This unit conforms to the Product Specifications noted on the Declaration of Conformity Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause harmful interference and this device must accept any interfer ence received including interference that may cause undesired operation Operat
3. 96 Matchless HC30 Reverb 15 DigiTech Solo SL Based a 68 Marshall 100 Watt IM DigiTech Metal Super Lead plexi 13 DigiTech Bright Based on a 77 Marshall Master Volume IC DigiTech Clean Based on an 83 Marshall JCM800 Dreadnaught acoustic Based on a 63 Vox AC30 Top Boost 21 Direct No Amp Model Based on 69 Hiwatt Custom 100 DigiTech is a trademark of Harman International Industries Inc Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries Inc They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product Cabinet Knob 2 selects the speaker Cabinet model T Based on a 1 12 57 Fender Tweed Deluxe TR Based on a 2x12 65 Fender Blackface Twin Reverb Based on a 2 12 63 Vox AC30 Boost wl Jensen Blue Backs Based on a 4x10 59 Fender Tweed Bassman CL Based on a 4x12 Marshall 1969 Straight w Celestion 12 70 V T Based on a 4x12 Johnson Straight w Celestion Vintage 30 s 25 4x12 DigiTech Solo 23 2x12 DigiTech Bright 4x12 DigiTech Metal 4x12 DigiTech Rock TA 4x12 DigiTech Alt Rock 4x12 DigiTech Vintage 11 Direct No cabinet model DigiTech and Johnson Am
4. directly above it for the selected Effect row 3 When the Drums row is selected this knob selects the different drum patterns available Effects Level Knob Knob 3 In Performance mode this knob adjusts the overall level of post amp model effects Cho rus Mod Delay and Reverb 2 When editing a preset this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly above it for the selected Effect row 3 When the Drums row is selected this knob adjusts the playback Tempo of the drum machine Master Volume Knob Knob 4 In Performance mode this knob adjusts the output level of the 150 2 When editing a preset this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly above it for the selected Effect row 3 When the Drums row is selected this knob adjusts the drum machine playback level 3 Edit buttons These buttons navigate up and down the matrix selecting the row of parameters which the knobs will edit Press one of these buttons to step through the Effect rows and return to the preset name display See page 16 for more information about editing presets 4 Matrix The matrix provides information regarding the current preset and parameter edit functions In Performance mode the LEDs running down the left side of the Matrix provide a visual indication of which effects are in use for the currently selected preset While editing a preset the LEDs indicate the Effect row currently selected for editing
5. In Tuner mode the LEDs indicate whether the note played is sharp flat or in tune FN 5 Display The Display provides information for different functions depending on the mode that has been selected In Performance mode the Display will show the currently selected preset number In Edit mode the Display will show the value of the parameter being adjusted In Tuner mode the Display will show the note played 6 Drums The Drums button is used to turn on and off the RPI50 s built in drum machine When the Drums button is turned on the Drums button LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays continuously Select the Drums row using the Edit buttons and use Knobs 1 4 to change the style pattern tempo and level of the drum machine See page 36 for more information about the drum machine and a list of patterns 7 Store The Store button is used to save your custom edits to the user presets See page 17 for more information about storing presets FN Rear Panel 2 3 4 5 6 7 e EE lp r contor iv EN 26006560 O lI 5 1 Input Connect your instrument to this high impedance TS input 2 Amp Mixer This button optimizes the RPI50 s outputs for use when plugged into a guitar amp or mixer recording device When set to Mixer In position the outputs are optimized for connecting to a mixer recording device or headphones
6. navigate through the individual effects for some fine tune edits To edit and create a custom preset Use the Footswitches to select the preset you wish to edit If you are trying to find some thing different from the existing presets begin by using the Tone Library Effects Library and Effects Level knobs to get close to a sound you want 2 Once you have a sound close to what you are after begin editing the effect parameters by press ing the Edit Up Down buttons and selecting the Effect row you want to edit 3 To turn on or off an Effect row press Knob 1 and then use Knobs 2 4 to modify the effects parameter settings Anytime a stored value within a preset is changed the Store button LED lights up This indicates that you need to store the changes Changing presets or turning the power off before storing any changes erases any edits made and the RPI50 will revert to the stored values for the preset Storing Copying a Preset Once the preset has been modified to your liking you may store your settings to any of the 50 User preset locations presets 1 50 The following steps outline the procedure for storing changes to a preset or copying a preset to a different location Press the Store button once and the current Preset location will flash in the Display This is asking you to select a new User Preset location where your new sound will reside 2 If desired select a new User Preset location using the Footswit
7. the touch of a button the Drums button specifically Press ing the Drums button will enable the drum machine and start playback of the selected drum pat tern except when in Store or Bypass mode When the Drums row is selected using the Edit buttons Knob 1 selects the drum Style Knob 2 adjusts the drum Pattern Knob 3 adjusts the Tempo of the drum pattern and Knob 4 adjusts the Level of the drum pattern Press the Drums button again to stop playback of the drum loop Drum Pattern List Beats 16th beat 35 18 RI RBH World Hard Rock H H B Metronome 4 4 Metal 11 18 Metronome 3 4 Metronome 5 8 Metronome 7 8 Metronome Optional Passive Volume Continuous Control Connect a passive volume or continuous control pedal to the 1505 Control In jack to control the RPI50 s Volume Wah or Whammy in real time with your foot Turn a Wah or Whammy model to control it with the optional pedal or turn on both a Wah model and the Whammy model to control both simultaneously When pedal is connected and neither a Wah nor the Whammy model are activated the pedal controls the 1505 volume by default Factory Reset This function resets the 150 to its original factory settings This procedure erases all custom User presets and recalibrates the Expression Pedal ATTENTION Performing this function will erase all user programmed data such data will be lost forever Be sure you want
8. to erase the memory and start fresh before continuing with this procedure The procedure for performing a Factory Reset is as follows Press and hold the Store button while powering up the 150 2 When the display prompts you with F F release the Store button which is now flashing 3 Press and hold the flashing Store button for 3 seconds until R5 appears in the display and release The Factory Reset procedure takes approximately 15 seconds 37 38 Section 5 Appendix Specifications General Specifications Converter 24 bit high performance audio Sampling Frequency 44 1 kHz DSP Section AudioDNA2 DSP Processor Simultaneous Effects Preset Memory 50 User Presets 1 50 50 Factory Presets 51 00 Drum Machine 60 Patterns Dimensions 10 5 8 Length 8 3 4 Width x 2 5 8 Height Unit Weight 3 2 Ibs Analog Input Connections Guitar Input 1 4 Unbalanced TS Input Impedance 500k Ohms Control In 1 4 Unbalanced Analog Output Connections Left Right Outputs 1 4 Impedance Unbalanced Left Right Output Impedance 500 Ohms per side Maximum Output 104 Headphones 1 8 Stereo TRS 13 6mW per channel 50 Ohms FN FN Digital Connections Universal Serial Bus USB Type B supports USB1 1 Full Speed 12 Mbps Bandwidth USB 2 0 compatible 150 USB Recording Specifications Sample Rate 44 1 kHz Bit depth supports l6 bit or 24 bit depends on setup in Recording Sof
9. where turning this knob clockwise increases the level of these effects and turning it counter clockwise decreases the level of these effects Master Level Knob This knob controls the overall output volume of all of the 1505 presets X Edit EditorlLibrarian You can edit your RPI50 with your computer using the X Edit Editor Librarian Download X Edit USB drivers and documentation from www digitech com Open the readme file for detailed instructions about installing and using this software FN Presets Presets are named and numbered locations of programmed sounds which reside in the 50 Presets are recalled with the Footswitches The active effects in each preset are indicated by lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix The RPI50 comes with 50 User presets 1 50 and 50 Factory presets 51 00 The User presets are locations where your creations may be stored The Factory presets do not allow you to store any changes to them From the factory the 50 User presets are exact duplicates of the 50 Factory presets This allows you to create your own presets without losing the sounds that came with the 150 The Tone Library knob Effects Library knob and Effects Level knob make it easy to quickly load preset tones effects and effects chains 1 Select a tone 2 Select an effect 3 Adjust the with the or effects chain with the effects level with the Tone Library knob Effects Library knob Effects Level knob To learn about st
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11. 1505 effects outlines what each effect and parameter does Pickup The Pickup Simulator provides the thick tone of a humbucker pickup to a guitar with single coil pickups or the bright edgy sound of a single coil pickup to a guitar with a humbucker This gives you the best of both worlds without having to change guitars during a performance Pickup Model Knob 1 selects the Pickup model to be simulated Values include 5H gives a single coil pickup the warm tone of a humbucker and H5 gives a humbucker the unique sound of a single coil Press this knob to turn Pickup modeling on and off Preset Level Knob 4 adjusts the preset s level Wah Wah is an effect controlled by an Expression Pedal making the guitar sound as if it s saying Wah Wah Model Knob selects the Wah model Values include DigiTech Full Range Wah sweeps the entire spectrum of audible frequencies B Cry Wah is a traditional sounding Wah and based on a Vox Clyde McCoy Wah Press this knob to turn Wah models on and off Wah Minimum Knob 2 adjusts the Wah Pedal Minimum Ranges from toe up to 99 toe down Wah Maximum Knob 3 adjusts the Wah Pedal Maximum Ranges from 0 toe up to 99 toe down Wah Level Knob 4 adjusts the Wah Level Ranges from OdB to 124 FN Compressor A Compressor is used to increase sustain tighten up guitars and prevent the signal from clipping the input of other effects It sets a maximum
12. DigiTech Digital Delay DigiTech Modulated Delay P 2 DigiTech Pong Delay and 72 DigiTech Tape Delay Press this knob to turn the Delay mod els on and off Knobs 2 3 and 4 have the following functions for the various Delay models Delay Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 P4 P5 Model Time Repeats Level X Edit X Edit only only Duck Thresh Duck Level oerte 34 Reverb Using reverb in recorded program material gives the listener a sense that the material is being per formed in an actual room or hall It is this similarity to actual acoustic spaces that makes reverber ation a useful tool in recorded music The 150 features genuine Lexicon reverbs whose rich lush effects have been heard in countless songs soundtracks and live performances for decades Reverb Model Knob 1 selects the Reverb model or acoustic space Press this knob to turn the Reverb models on and off The following models are available 58 Based Fender R Lexicon Room Twin Reverb Lexicon Hall AM Lexicon Ambience PL Based an EMT240 Plate Lexicon Studio Reverb Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 P4 Model Decay Liveliness Reverb X Edit Level only Reverb Level _ Predelay 35 36 FN Section Four Other Functions Drum Machine The 150 includes a built in drum machine loaded with 65 useful patterns including a metronome setting that are easily accessible at
13. Included Items About the 50 Performance Mode Bypass Mode Tuner Mode Tone Library Knob Effects Library Knob Master Level Knob X Edit Editor Librarian A Guided Tour of the RPI50 Front Panel Rear Panel Getting Started Making Connections Mono Operation Amplifier Stereo Operation Applying Power dh dS MON NOM Section Two Editing Functions Editing Creating Presets sss l6 Storing Copying a Preset sss 18 Section Three Models and Parameters About the Models Model Definitions Pickup Wah Compressor Distortion Amplifier Cabinet Noise Gate Chorus FX Chorus Flanger Phaser Tremolo Panner Vibrato Rotary Speaker Auto Ya Envelope Filter Step Filter Detune Pitch Shift Intelligent Pitch Shifting DigiTech Whammy Reverb Section Four Other Functions Drom 36 Optional Passive Volume Continuous Control Pedal Factory Reset Section Five Appendix Specifications Tone Library Effects Library Preset List Warranty We at DigiTech are very proud of our products and back up each one we sell with the following warranty The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty 2 DigiTech war
14. When set to Amp Out position the outputs are optimized for running directly in to the input of a guitar amp 3 Left Mono and Right Outputs Connect the Left Mono output to the input of a single amplifier or mixer input for mono operation Connect the Left and Right outputs to the inputs of 2 amplifiers or 2 mixer channels for stereo operation 4 Headphones Connect a pair of stereo headphones to this 1 8 jack For proper frequency response the Amp Mixer switch should set to Mixer position when using headphones Headphones with an impedence of 100 Ohms or less are recommended Note The Headphones output can have either a mono or stereo signal depending on what 1 4 outputs are connected If neither or both 1 4 outputs are connected the Headphones output will be in stereo If a cable is connected to the Left Mono 1 4 output only the Headphones output will be in mono 5 Control In You can connect a passive volume or continuous control pedal to this 1 4 jack to control the Wah model and or the Whammy model when either or both of those models are turned on When Wah Whammy is turned on the pedal controls the 505 volume by default 6 USB Port The USB port is for connecting the RPI50 to a computer and serves two purposes 1 for use with the downloadable X Edit Editor Librarian software and 2 for streaming audio to and from the computer Audio streaming is limited t
15. boundary for the strength of a signal Comp Model Knob I selects one of two Compressor models 2 DigiTech Compressor or 5 Based on a Boss CS 2 Compressor S staineri Press this knob to turn the selected Compressor models on and off Sustain Knob 2 adjusts the amount of sustain Ranges from to 99 Tone Attack Knob 3 adjusts the tone for the DigiTech Compressor or attack for the Boss CS 2 Ranges from to 99 Level Knob 4 adjusts the Level from the Compressor Ranges from to Attack X Edit only for DigiComp Knob 4 adjusts the amount of time the Compressor takes to respond to a signal that exceeds the threshold Ranges from to 99 21 22 Distortion The RPI50 models the tones of 9 popular distortion stompboxes each of which can be tweaked and modified just like the real thing Distortion Model Knob selects one of 4 Distortion models Press this knob to turn the selected Distortion model on and off TS Based on an Ibanez TS 9 MZ Based on a Boss MT 2 Metal Zone Based on a DOD 250 Overdrive Preamp FM Based on a DOD Gonkulator Ring Mod RT Based on a Pro Co RAT FF Based on an Arbiter Fuzz Face 15 Based on a Boss 05 17 Distortion Based on an Electro Harmonix Big DigiTech Grunge Muff Pi DigiTech and DOD are trademarks of Harman International Industries Inc Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respectiv
16. ches 3 Press the Store button again to save the changes The procedure for copying one Preset to another Preset location is the same Simply use the Footswitches to select the Preset that you want to copy then follow the steps listed above 1 Press the Store button the Preset number flashes 3 Press the Store button again to save your changes 2 Select a destination with the Footswitches Section Three Models Parameters About the Models The 150 can be thought of as several different virtual amplifiers and individual high tech stompboxes in a single programmable package With stompboxes the order in which they are connected affects the overall sound The 150 has placed the Amp and Effect models an order for optimum results The following diagram shows the order in which they are connected MI Dr d 1 Chorus FX Cabinet Wah Compressor i Whammy Distortion Modeling EQ Model Noise Gate Voume Delay Simulator Pedal Reverb 20 Model Definitions Each Amp and Effect model within the 150 can be programmed to suit your personal taste and application Understanding how these components alter the sound and how each parameter alters the effect will help you achieve the sound you are looking for The following overview of the
17. ckly tune or check the tuning on your guitar Enter Tuner mode by pressing and holding both Footswitches simultaneously The Display briefly shows TU indicating that you are in Tuner mode To begin tuning play a note on your guitar a harmonic at the I2th fret usually works best The Display shows the note being played The Matrix LEDs indi cate whether you are sharp or flat The top 5 red LEDs indicate the note is sharp and should be tuned down The bottom 5 red LEDs indicate the note is flat and should be tuned up The center green LED indicates the note is in tune The output is muted in Tuner mode Exit tuner mode by pressing either Footswitch FN Display shows note played Top LEDs indicate s Gain Green LED indicates Cabinet mn Bass note is in tune Speed Time Decay Pattern note is sharp OE Wah Minimum gt Bottom LEDs indicate note is flat Wah Maximum Tone Tone Amp Gain Midrange Attack Depth Repeats Liveliness Tempo MODELING GUITAR PROCESSOR Preset Level Wah Level Compressor Level Distortion Level Amp Level Treble Release _ Regen Level Delay Level Reverb Level Level In Tuner mode you can change your tuning reference The default factory setting is A 440 Hz displayed as 40 Rotating Knob 1 selects alternate and dropped tunings Alternate tunings A 453Hz to A 427 Hz displayed as 53 to 1 Dropped tunings are flat displayed as
18. e companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries Inc They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product Knobs 2 3 and 4 have the following functions for the various Distortion models Distortion Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 Model Gain Tone Level om pem _ Fosse m tw L F mm m w 1 01 1 EEr na Mid Level Level ded Dist Gain Mod Level Dist Level Output Lvl _ a 23 24 Amplifier Amp Modeling is a technology which applies the tone of several popular modern and vintage amps Amp Modeling also includes an acoustic guitar simulation Amp Model Knob 1 selects one of the classic modern and DigiTech custom Amp mod els Press this knob to turn Amp and Cabinet modeling on and off Note that when you select an Amp model the default Cabinet model is automatically selected You can however change the Cabinet model after selecting an Amp model Based on 57 Fender Tweed Champ 3 Based on 81 Mesa Boogie Mark Il C T Based on a 57 Fender Tweed Deluxe RC Based on 01 Mesa Boogie Dual Based on a 59 Fender Tweed Bassman Rectifier TR Based on 65 Fender Blackface Twin Based a
19. els on and off Only one of the effects in this row can be used at a time After selecting the type of effect in this module Knobs 2 4 can then be used to adjust the individual parameters associated with the selected effect The following list describes each Effect model and its parameters in more detail Chorus CH A Chorus adds a short delay to your signal The delayed signal is modulated in and out of tune and then mixed back with the original signal to create a thicker sound The 150 includes the fol lowing Chorus Effect models based on the classic Boss CE 2 Chorus 2 DigiTech s Dual Chorus and DigiTech s famous Multi Chorus Speed Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed of the modulation Ranges from to 99 Depth Knob 3 adjusts the Depth of the modulation Ranges from to 99 Level Knob 4 controls the level of the effect DigiTech Chorus models only Ranges from 0 to 99 Waveform X Edit only for DigiTech Chorus models Selects a waveform TF 51 Triangle Sine or Square 27 28 Flanger f L A Flanger uses the same principle as a Chorus but uses a shorter delay time and adds regeneration or repeats to the modulating delay This results in an exaggerated up and down sweeping motion to the effect The 50 includes the following Flanger Effect models F L the DigiTech Flanger and based on an MXR Flanger Knobs 2 3 and 4 have the following functions for the F
20. ep Ranges from to 99 Intensity Knob 3 adjusts the intensity of the AutoYa effect Ranges from to 99 Range Knob 4 adjusts the throaty quality of the AutoYa effect Ranges from to 49 Envelope Filter EF The Envelope Filter is a dynamic Wah effect that alters your sound based upon how hard you play Sensitivity Knob 2 adjusts the sensitivity or the input signal required to trigger the Wah effect Ranges from to 99 FN Range Knob 3 controls the range of the Envelope effect Ranges to 99 Step Filter 57 The Step Filter is like an automatic random wah with a square waveform Speed Knob 2 adjusts the speed of the Wah effect Ranges from to 99 Intensity Knob 3 controls the intensity of the Wah effect Ranges from to 99 Detune 27 A Detuner makes a copy of your incoming signal takes the copied signal slightly out of tune from the original then mixes the two signals together The result is a doubling type of effect as if two guitars were playing the same part together Shift Amount Knob 2 adjusts the amount of pitch difference applied to the copied signal Ranges from 24 to 24 cents Level Knob 4 controls the mix of the detuned note Ranges from to 99 Pitch Shift 5 A Pitch Shifter copies the incoming signal then shifts the pitch of the copy to a different note The shifted note is then mixed back with the original signal sounding as if two guitars were playing different note
21. h Whammy is an effect that uses an Expression Pedal to bend the pitch of the in coming signal or add a bendable harmony with the original signal As the Pedal is moved the note bends either up or down When DigiTech Whammy is selected it is automatically placed before the Amp modeling as shown in the block diagram on page 19 Shift Amount Knob 2 selects the interval and direction of the pitch bend Choices are as follows Whammy no Dry Signal UL eu el 10 Ug 13 octave above 2 octaves above a second below a second below reversed pedal action a fourth below an octave below 2 octaves below Dive Bomb Harmony Bends Dry Signal Added 23 34 45 50 HU HB 17 minor third to a Major third a second above to a Major third above a third above to a fourth above a fourth above to a fifth above a fifth above to an octave above one octave above one octave down octave up down Pedal Position Knob 3 provides a manual control of the Whammy pedal position Ranges from to 99 Mix Knob 4 adjusts the Whammy mix Ranges from to 99 33 Delay Delay is an effect that will record a portion of the incoming signal and then play it back a short time later The recording can repeat just once or several times Delay Model Knob 1 selects one of the 5 different Delay models Values include AJ DigiTech Analog Delay 22
22. h end level Treble Treble Freq X Edit only This parameter selects the frequency that the Treb parameter adjusts Ranges from 500 Hz to 8000 Hz Noise Gate A Noise Gate is designed to eliminate noise while you are not playing or provide an auto volume swell effect Gate Model Knob 1 selects between the DigiTech noise gate or the volume swell effect Values include BR Selects the noise gate and Selects the volume swell effect Press this knob to turn the noise gate on and off Threshold Swell Sensitivity Knob 2 sets the signal strength Threshold required to open or close the Noise Gate or the Swell Sensitivity for the Auto Swell Both parameters range from opens easily high sensitivity to 99 requiring strong signals to open high sen sitivity Attack Time Knob 3 sets the attack time Ranges from shorter attack time to 99 longer attack time Release Knob 4 sets the Release parameter Ranges from to 99 X Edit only Knob 5 sets the Attenuation parameter Ranges from 0 to Chorus FX The Chorus FX row the 150 is a multi function module allowing you to select Effect models such as Chorus Flanger Phaser Tremolo Panner Vibrato Rotary Speaker YaYa AutoYa SynthTalk Envelope Filter auto wah Detune Pitch Shift and Whammy effects When the Chorus FX row is selected Knob 1 is used to choose the Effect model Press this knob to turn these Effect mod
23. help us become acquainted with you and your needs by completing your warranty card or regis tering online at www digitech com It is your safeguard should a problem arise with your 150 Disclaimer DigiTech Lexicon Whammy YaYa AutoYa and Johnson Amplification are trademarks of Harman International Industries Inc Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respec tive companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries Inc They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product ER About the 150 Performance Mode When you first apply power to the 150 it powers up in Performance mode Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the RPI50 via the Up and Down Footswitches Knob 1 selects a tone from the Tone Library Knob 2 selects an effect combination from the Ef fects Library Knob 3 adjusts the Effects Level and Knob 4 adjusts the Master Level volume Bypass Mode The 150 presets can be bypassed via a true analog bypass circuit for a clean unprocessed guitar signal To bypass the 50 press both Footswitches simultaneously The Display reads J Y indicating the preset is bypassed Press either Footswitch to exit Bypass and return the RPI50 to the last preset used Tuner Mode The Tuner in the 150 allows you to qui
24. ion of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided use only shielded interconnecting cables MAINS DISCONNECT The plug shall remain readily operable For Pack mount or installation where plug is not accessible an all pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall he incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name DigiTech Manufacturer s Address 8760 S Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA declares that the product Product name RPI50 Note Product name may be suffixed by the letters EX EU JA and UK Product option all requires Class power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065 EN60742 or equivalent conforms to the following Product Specifications Safety IEC 60065 1998 EMC 55013 2001 AI EN 55020 1998 Supplementary Information The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as amended by Directive 93 68 EEC Vice President of Engineering MI 8760 S Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Date August 15 2006 European Contact Your local DigiTech Johnson Sales and Service Office or Harman Music Group 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Ph 801 568 8800 Fax 801 568 7583 Table of Contents Section One Introduction Getting Acquainted
25. langer models Knob 2 Knob 3 Knob 4 P5 Speed Depth Regen X Edit only was fee Phaser PH A phaser splits the incoming signal and then changes the phasing of the signal This signal is then taken in and out of phase and mixed back in with the original signal As the phasing changes differ ent frequencies get canceled resulting in a warm sort of twisting sound Knobs 2 3 and 4 have the following functions Speed Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed of the modulation Ranges from to 99 Depth Knob 3 adjusts the Depth of the modulation Ranges from to 99 Regeneration Knob 4 controls the regeneration of the effect Ranges from to 99 Waveform X Edit only Selects a waveform or 58 Triangle Sine or Square Level X Edit only Controls the level of the effect Ranges from to 99 Tremolo 75 A Tremolo effect modulates the volume of the signal at an even rate Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed at which the volume modulates Ranges from to Depth Knob 3 adjusts the intensity Depth of the modulating volume Ranges from 0 to Waveform Knob 4 selects a waveform TR 51 or 50 Triangle Sine or Square Panner FH An Auto Panner modulates the sound from left to right at an even rate Speed Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed at which the signal pans from side to side Ranges from 0 to 99 Depth Knob 3 adjusts the intensity Depth of the changing pa
26. mance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control NOTE The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification Some information contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product or operating system since this version of the manual was completed The information contained in this version of the owner s manual supersedes all previous versions Section Introduction Getting Acquainted Congratulations on your purchase of the RPI50 You now have an incredibly advanced modeling guitar processor that can keep up with your creative impulses and even increase them Armed with DigiTech s patented AudioDNA2 custom audio DSP chip the RPI50 gives you a huge selection of tones and effects right at your fingertips When you easily dial up a tone or effect from the Tone Library or the Effects Library you ll appreciate the accuracy in each model and the dynamic interaction in each tone Add USB support for computer recording and a built in drum machine and you have the 150 the key to unlock your creative potential Included Items Before you get started please make sure that the following items have been included RPI50 PS0913B Power Supply Warranty Card The utmost care was taken while your RPI50 was being manufactured Everything should be included and in perfect working order If anything is missing contact the factory at once Please
27. n Ranges from to 99 Waveform Knob 4 selects a waveform TR 51 or 50 Triangle Sine or Square Vibrato 2 A Vibrato effect modulates the pitch of the incoming signal at an even rate speed Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed at which the pitch modulates Ranges from to Depth Knob 3 adjusts the intensity Depth of the modulating pitch Ranges from to 29 30 Rotary Speaker F Rotary Speaker is an emulation of a device that included a spinning horn and woofer The rotation of these two speakers produced an interesting combination of the sound panning from side to side This produced a slight pitch change due to the speed of the sound coming towards and then going away from the listener Speed Knob 2 adjusts the rate Speed of the spinning speakers Ranges from 0 to 99 Intensity Knob 3 controls the intensity of the effect Ranges from to 99 Doppler Knob 4 controls the Pitch Shift effect that is the ratio between the horn and the rotor positions Ranges from to 99 Crossover X Edit only Selects the crossover frequency between the horn and rotor Ranges from 200 Hz to 99 1600 Hz AutoYa HY An AutoYa combines the characteristics of a Wah and a Flanger together creating an almost human vowel characteristic as if the guitar were saying Yah The AutoYa automatically provides this animation to the sound at an even rate Speed Knob 2 adjusts the speed of the AutoYa swe
28. o 2 channels up and 2 channels down from the computer at 44 kHz 16 bit and 24 bit A utility panel in the Editor Librarian controls the direct playback mix with any recording software the 150 is connected to Note You can download the X Edit Editor Librarian software and USB drivers at www digitech com 7 Power Input Connect only the DigiTech PS0913B power supply to this jack FN Getting Started Making Connections There are several different connection options available with the RPI50 Before connecting the 150 make sure that the power to your amplifier and the 150 is turned off There is no power switch on the 150 To turn the RPI50 on or off connect or disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the Power Input jack Mono Operation Amplifier Connect your guitar to the Input of the RPI50 Connect a single mono instrument cable from the Left Mono output of the 150 to the instrument input or effect return on your amplifier Set the Amp Mixer switch to Amp Left Mono NOTE When using a Guitar Amp Input Effect Return Output Input guitar amp it may be best to connect the Output of the 50 to the effect return of the amplifier switch set to Amp Stereo Operation For stereo operation connect the guitar to the Input of the RPI50 Connect one cable to the RPI50 s Left Mono output and another cable to the RPI50 s Right out
29. oring changes to presets see page 17 A Guided Tour of the 150 Front Panel FN 1 Footswitches These two Footswitches are used to select presets access the Tuner bypass the RPI50 The Footswitch on the right will select the next preset up and the Footswitch on the left will select the next preset down Pressing both Footswitches together will bypass the currently selected preset Pressing and holding both Footswitches for 2 seconds will access the Tuner Press either Footswitch to exit Bypass or Tuner mode 2 Knobs 1 4 These four knobs perform various functions depending on which mode is currently active and what if anything is being edited The functions are listed below Tone Library Knob Knob 1 1 In Performance mode this knob selects from a library of pre programmed amp tones See page 40 for a list of preset amp tones 2 When editing a preset this knob changes the Amp or Effect model for the selected row 3 When editing an Effect row press this knob to turn on or bypass the effect 4 When the Drums row is selected this knob selects the first pattern of each style Rock Blues Jazz etc Effects Library Knob Knob 2 In Performance mode this knob selects from a library of pre programmed effect configurations See page 41 for a list of preset effect configurations 2 When editing a preset this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column
30. plification are trademarks of Harman International Industries Inc Other product names modeled in this product trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with Digi Tech or Harman International Industries Inc They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product Amp Gain Knob 3 adjusts the Gain distortion for the selected Amp model not avail able for Acoustic or Direct The Gain parameter ranges from to 99 Amp Level Knob 4 adjusts the Level volume of the selected Amp model The Level parameter ranges from to 99 25 26 The 1505 EQ helps further shape your tone with Bass Midrange and Treble controls To help get you started there are four preset EQ curves Mid Boost 3 Scoop Bright B and Warm 1417 that can be selected using Knob 1 Bass Midrange and Treble parameters range from 124 to 12dB EQ Model Knob selects between 4 different EQ modes each with different frequency centers for Mid and Treble Pressing this knob turns the EQ on and off Bass Knob 2 adjusts the amount of low end level Bass Midrange Knob 3 adjusts the amount of midrange level Mid Freq X Edit only This parameter selects the frequency that the Mid parameter adjusts Ranges from 300 Hz to 5000 Hz Treble Knob 4 adjusts the amount of hig
31. put Connect one cable to the input of one amplifier channel of a mixer or power amp Connect the second cable to a second amplifier second channel of a mixer or power amp If connecting to a mixing console set the pan controls of the mixer channels hard left and right in order to retain stereo separation If connecting to a mixer set the Amp Mixer switch to Mixer If connecting to two amplifiers set the Amp Mixer switch to Amp Stereo Amp Setup Guitar Amp Input Effect Returns NOTE When using a guitar amp it may be best to connect the Output of the 150 to the effect return of the amplifier Outputs Amp Mixer switch set to Amp Stereo Mixer Setup Powered Studio Monitor Powered Studio Monitor FN FN Applying Power Before applying power to anything set your amp s to a clean tone and set the tone controls to a flat EQ response on most amps this would be 0 or 5 on the tone controls Then follow the steps listed below Turn the amp volume all the way down 2 Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the 150 3 Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet Turn the 1505 Mas ter Level knob Knob 4 down to 0 4 Turn the power of your amplifier
32. rants this product when used solely within the U S to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service 3 DigiTech liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials that show evidence of defect provided the product is returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of one year A Return Authorization number may be obtained from DigiTech by telephone The company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as result of the product s use in any circuit or assembly 4 Proof of purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer 5 DigiTech reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured 6 The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product s main assembly is opened and tampered with by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician or if the product is used with AC voltages outside of the range suggested by the manufacturer 7 The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied and DigiTech neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product In no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the perfor
33. s Shift Amount Knob 2 selects the interval of the shifted pitch Ranges from 24 2 octaves below to 24 2 octaves above Mix Knob 4 controls the mix level of the shifted pitch Ranges from to 99 3l 32 Intelligent Pitch Shifting HR Intelligent Pitch Shifting makes a copy of the incoming signal and then changes the pitch of the copied note to a diatonically correct interval specified by the Amount parameter Intelligent Pitch Shifter sharpens or flattens the shifted pitch in order to keep the specified interval within the selected key and scale creating a true harmony Shift Knob 2 selects the amount or harmony interval for the Intelligent Pitch Shifter Interval choices include OI octave down CU second above 11 a seventh below JU athird above 6I a sixth below HU a fourth above 52 fifth below SU a fifth above 2 fourth below DU sixth above JD third below a seventh above 2 second below UU an octave above Key Knob 3 selects the musical key that the IPS uses Key choices range from the Key of E E through the Key of Eb E Scale Knob 4 selects the scale the IPS will use Scale choices include Major MA Minor 11 Dorian 10 Mixolydian MX Lydian L Y and Harmonic Minor Level X Edit vU Adjusts the IPS Level of all the pitch altering effects in this module Ranges from to 9 FN DigiTech Whammy WH The DigiTec
34. s to the on position and adjust the volume s to a normal playing level 5 Gradually increase the RPI50 s Master Level knob to achieve the desired volume 2 Connect PS0913B to power jack 4 Turn amp volume up 3 Connect PS0913B to AC outlet and turn the RP150 s Master Level to 0 5 Turn the RP150 s Master Level to the desired listening volume I Turn amp volume down FN Section Two Editing Functions Editing Creating Presets The 150 is designed to make preset editing and creation easy and intuitive When creating your own sound you must first start with an existing preset Note that the preset you begin with doesn t have to be in the memory location you intend to have it reside since you can store it to any User preset location during the store procedure The easiest way to start is by using the Tone Library and Effects Library knobs The Tone Library knob will let you select from a variety of pre programmed amp distortion tones see page 40 based on different musical styles The Effects Library knob will then let you select from a palette of effects chains see page 41 from simple delays to full multi effect signals with modulation delay and reverb Use the Effects Level Knob to easily increase or decrease the Chorus FX Delay and Reverb levels if desired Using these three controls should get you close to a sound you are after From there you can then use the Edit buttons to
35. tware Power Requirements US and Canada 120 VAC 60 Hz Adapter 50913 120 Japan 100 VAC 50 60 Hz Adapter PS0913B 100 Europe 230 VAC 50 Hz Adapter 0913 230 UK 240 VAC 50 Hz Adapter PS0913B 240 Minimum Windows PC Computer System Requirements Windows XP w Service Pack 2 and NET 2 0 installed 500 MHz processor speed 1 2 GHz recommended 128 MB RAM 512MB recommended Minimum Mac Computer System Requirements OS 10 4 or higher 450 MHz CPU 256 MB RAM 39 Tone Library Overdrive 15 j RockWah 3 jRok2 18 Smooth d Bluest 19 Heavy Bright Clean g e g g e Effects Library Chorus 1 Chorus Digital Dela Chorus Delay Reverb Flanger 18 Analog Dela Phaser Tape Dela Phaser Mod Dela Phaser Plate Reverb Digital Delay Hall Reverb 5 Digital Dela 3 Delay Spring Tape Delay Spring Reverb Tremolo Tape Dela Pitch Digital Dela Mod Delay Plate Reverb Spring Reverb Rotary Tape Dela 2 2 Pong Delay Hall Reverb 2 2 c c c B8 c 9 Delay c Hall Reverb c im c c c 41 Preset List UserlFactor lt 57 5 ___ __ c3 13 RHAPSODY 8 58 CLEANCOMBO 7 7 7 7 d 3 ___ ___ 3 347 54 BRIT COMBO B 38 SUPERCLYDE
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