Hughes & Kettner MSM-1
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1. e No presets are stored gt Store presets as described in Section 2 1 e No PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGES are aent to the ATTAX gt Check to see if the external device is actually sending PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGES e The MIDI cable is defective gt Replace the cable and connect the devices as described in section 1 3 2 THE CLEAN AND OR CRUNCH CHANNELS WILL NOT ACTIVATE PROPERLY VIA MIDI file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 8 von 10 e The channel selector switches on the front panel or Stageboard are still active gt Switch the appropriate front panel or Stageboard channel selector swithches off 3 THE PARALLEL EFFECTS LOOP REMAINS ACTIVE WHEN YOU SWITCH THE EFFECT LOOP VIA MIDI EVEN THOUGH THE PROGRAMMING DOES NOT CALL FOR AN ACTIVE PARALLEL LOOP e The ATTAX Stageboard FX switch is active gt Briefly press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON If the corresponding LED on the Stageboard lights then the FX switch is active Switch it off 4 THE EFFECTS LOOP IS ACTIVE BUT NO EFFECTS ARE AUDIBLE e The FX MIX pot is rotated to the dry position gt Dial in more effects signal to the mix e The effects proccessor s send and return jacks are not currently connected to the ATTAX gt Correct the cable connections 5 AFTER YOU SWITCHED THE ATTAX VIA MIDI YOU CAN T ACTIVATE THE CRUNCH AND OR CLEAN CHANNELS VIA THE FRONT PANEL OR STAGEBOARD SWITCHES DITTO FOR2. Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 7 von 10 MoN OUTPUT OUTPUT A INPUT OUTPUT ae toy SINO RITURML RETURN mot THRU Sno eETURN PARALLEL FX LOOP SERIAL FX LOOP n An additional effects processor mono e g Compressor reverb etc is added to the serial loop MIDI OUT gt PRECTAINVPOANIR Bypass effects processor 2 via a ae any E MIDI command The signal c C m z7 g Cl bown always passes through effects processor 2 ERER DEVA Ee REN M N An additional effects processor MEE OURUT T OUPS A stero is added to effects t v processor 1 s loop Select the effects SEND RMUANL RIUANR act THRU processor BYPASS via MIDI Use the a seine eG FX switching programs to bypass BPSCTs ics pant wt m RS ey both effects processors tor a dry i aij ibaia Taai ji ATTAX sound a oS ea Aamow The ATTAX MIDI THRU jack relays EVE FARA all MIDI data thus allowing FOOTSWITCH MADI IN MIDI CONTROL CHANGE 4 MESSAGES to be sent on to the a aes eflects processors annoc You can then use an EXPRESSION T pedal to continuously change MARPAC TRChTROLLER w parameters in the effects processors DOOCICIDOCICIC am TROUBLESHOOTING 1 THE MSM 1 IS INSTALLED BUT YOU CAN T SWITCH THE ATTAX VIA MIDI e The external device is set to the wrong MIDI channel gt Set the MIDI channel as described in Sec 2 1 or activate the omni mode
3. THE EFFECTS LOOP e The ATTAX is not in the standard operating mode CLEAN channel effects loops OFF gt Press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON or Briefly switch the attax off 6 THE ATTAX REVERTS BACK TO THE STANDARD MODE DURING MIDI SWITCHING OPERATIOINS CLEAN CHANNEL EFFECTS LOOP OFF THE EFFECTS LOOP IS SUDDENLY DEACTIVATED e The AC mains power supply was interrupted gt Check the mains cable plug and all extension chords for defects MSM 1 MIDI MODULE INSTALLATION I GENERAL INFORMATION The MSM 1 MIDI Module is designed for installation in Hughes amp Kettner products These devices each feature a port located on its rear panel A plate bearing the inscription TO INSTALL MIDI MODULE covers the port In order to install the MSM 1 this cover plate must be removed so that the device s circuit board becomes accessible refer to Sections II and Ill The MSM 1 is connected to your device via the included cable This cable is the MSM I s power conduit It is also the communications medium for the two devices it relays your amp s operating status to the MSM 1 and sends switching information Ensure only authorized service personnel install the MSM 1 Always ensure the AC mains plug is removed from the wall socket before opening the main device s chassis file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 9 von 10 Il INSTALLATIO
4. preamp sound and parallel effects loop Send the PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGE via the MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER In other words select the active effects program again via MIDI The sound you select manually or via the STAGEBOARD is stored as a preset and assigned to the selected effects program If you want to change the preset use the ATTAX front panel control features or the STAGEBOARD to modify the preset and again activate the effects program via MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER You can immediately select another effects program and thus store other switching combinations as presets End the programming operation by briefly pressing the MIDI LEARN BUTTON Note Before you can call your stored presets you must ensure the channel selector switches on the ATTAX front panel and on the STAGEBOARD are set to OFF not depressed ACTIVATING STORED PRESETS VIA MIDI Switch the ATTAX on Ensure the MIDI CHANNEL setting is identical for the ATTAX the effects processor and the MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER Ensure the channel selector switches on the ATTAX s front panel and on the STAGEBOARD are set to OFF not depressed Ensure the STAGEBOARD LEDs are not illuminated and the effects loop is inactive Now the ATTAX control features are switched according to the data in the stored presets Briefly press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON if you want to return to the front panel STAGEBOARD switching mode once the ATTAX was switched via MIDI ADDITIONAL MIDI SETUPS 3 0 file C
5. 2 08 2007 CHANNEL OFF ae 1234 OMNI N 1234 0OMNI ENI 1234 OMNI ore on aa Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual on fa 1234 a oa 1234 OMNI TONNANI N R REL OFF UELLE 1234OMNI STN arel o W 1234 OMNI Me on aA 1234 OMNI Ea My 1234 OMNI cn ikl Seite 5 von 10 1234 OMNI 1234 OMNI 1234 OMNI ona a on AN ow am OFF OFF OFF Ve OMNI 1234 OMNI 1234 OMNI fx on on 1234 OMNI 1234 OMNI STORING PRESETS Once you have selected the desired MIDI CHANNEL or OMNI settings you can start storing presets channel effects loop combinations Store presets by activating the desired channel effects loop combinations manually or via the STAGEBOARD while simultaneously pressing the MIDI LEARN BUTTON The ATTAX responds to PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGES it receives We recommend you use the MIDI LEARN MODE when you want to assign numerous effects programs as ATTAX presets This mode enables you to quickly store presets without having to repeatedly press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON refer to the next page under the Storing Several Presets heading Note If you want the stereo effects loop active in all MIDI switching operations you can activate it via the ATTAX STAGEBOARD Then you don t need to store the effects loop switching data for each preset STORING A PRESET e Briefly press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON e Activate the parallel effects loop via the ATTAX STAGEBOARD e Select the de
6. Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 1 von 10 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Note These instructions were written specifically for the Hughes amp Kettner ATTAX preamp but they apply equally to the MIDl upgradeable amps from Hughes amp Kettner the TriAmp head and combo the TUBE 50 head combo and TUBE 100 head the ATTAX 100 and ATTAX 200 heads and combo amps and the BassBase 600 head More general installation instructions follow this document Installation 1 Connections and Control Features 2 MIDI Functions 3 Standard Setup and Cable Connections 4 Short Instructions Operation 1 Selecting MIDI Channels and the Omni Mode 2 Storing Your Presets 3 Activating Stored Presets via MIDI Additional MIDI Setups Troubleshooting INSTALLATION PROCEDURE MSM 1 into the ATTAX PREAMP The ATTAX and the MSM 1 MIDI SWITCHING MODULE are electronic devices that operate on AC power If you are not qualified to install the MSM 1 you are risking a potentially life threatening electric shock Do yourself a favor and ensure you leave the installation to an authorized dealer only both a safety anda warranty requirement It takes just a few minutes and it is well worth waiting for Proceed as follows Switch the ATTAX off Remove the AC mains power cord from the back of the unit Remove the four screws from rear panel cover plate and then remove the cover plate Remove the screw
7. MIDI PROGRAM number MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER A typical guitar rack can contain several MIDI capable devices You must assign each device a specific MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER to ensure the message is addressed to the right device 16 MIDI CHANNELS 1 through 16 are available For instance if you assign MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER 7 to the MSM 1 refer to Section 2 1 then the module reacts exclusively to commands addressed to MIDI CHANNEL 7 OMNI MODE If you want to address several devices in your rack simultaneously switch on the OMNI MODE for each device All devices will then ignore the MIDI CHANNEL NUMBERS and respond to MIDI commands on all CHANNELS Refer to Section 2 1 for information on how to select the MSM 1 OMNI MODE EXAMPLE The MSM 1 is set to MIDI CHANNEL 3 A MIDI command containing a MIDI CHANNEL 3 PROGRAM NUMBER 17 message is sent The MSM 1 responds by activating the channel and effects loop combination saved on preset 17 STANDARD SET UP CABLE CONNECTIONS roaraa mE e NEAN sisi si st v lt MIDI IN 4 LAONIEISZAVNAL OUTPUTL R INPUT OUTPUTL OUTPUT R SEND RETURNL RETURN R MIDI THRU li TAX PE M2 UNE OUTL R NOTNS ORANIN ear Si Awe Sing lt 1 Si ss T on aerate SANER FOOTSWITCH MIDI IN INPUT ABING ABIRE wee a af k EGESFE L ai MIDI OUT BRE TENA 9 ean PO VENDS Pe uP i 7 mi i ee ahs Sey anl DOWN 1 2 3 a 5 6 7 oo file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop m
8. N IN 19 DEVICES e g ATTAX Preamp or TUBEMAN PLUS 1 Unplug the AC mains lead 2 Remove the cover plate by loosening the four retainer screws 3 Remove the 19 device s chassis cover by loosening its retainer screws 4 Insert the MSM 1 MIDI Module in the open port Ensure the inscription on the module matches the rear panel inscriptions i e the module is right side up Insert and fasten the four cover plate screws to secure the module 5 Insert the included flat cable connector plug in the MSM I s socket so that the colour coded wire faces the notch on the socket 6 The device s circuit board features an identical socket Insert the other flat cable IC socket with marker notch connector in this socket in the same manner i e so that the color coded wire faces the notch on the socket 7 Ensure both connectors are seated properly Replace the chassis cover and fasten the retainer screws 8 All MIDI functions are accessible once the device is powered up Run through all switching operations to ensure the device is functioning properly INSTALLATION IN AMPS COMBOS e g ATTAX 100 ATTAX 200 1 Unplug the amp s AC mains lead 2 Remove all connectors e g spring reverb or speakers 3 Remove the amp s chassis by loosening the retainer screws at the top of the amp Do not allow the chassis to drop 4 Remove the port s cover plate on the chassis rear panel 5 Insert the MSM 1 MIDI Module in the open port Fa
9. es a MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER or MIDI EFFECTS UNIT is the device you will use 2 MIDI THRU JACK The MIDI THRU jack is used if you want to relay incoming MIDI messages to an additional MIDI device e g an effects processor Simply connect the device s MIDI IN to the MSM 1 s MIDI THRU This enables you to address the ATTAX and one or more additional devices via a single MIDI command 3 MIDI RECEIVE CHANNEL SWITCH This five way DIP switch determines on which MIDI channels the MSM 1 receives MIDI messages You can select a single CHANNEL 1 through 16 or all MIDI CHANNELS at once MIDI LEARN BUTTON front panel file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 3 von 10 The MIDI LEARN BUTTON on the ATTAX front panel is operable after the MSM 1 is installed and is used to assign ATTAX channel effects combinations to various memory locations MIDI FUNCTIONS MIDI is the abbreviation for Musical Instrument Digital Interface MIDI is an international standard in which musical information to include sound parameter changes is translated to digital data and sent to various instruments e g amps effects devices keyboards etc The MSM 1 can process MIDI commands containing sound changes i e messages that change the ATTAX channel effects loop settings These commands are referred to as MIDI PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGES They consist of a MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER and a
10. s from the top of the chassis Lift the chassis cover off Insert the MSM 1 in the module chamber and fasten it to the chassis using the four screws Ensure the electronic components and the module inscriptions are facing up e Connect the MSM 1 to the ATTAX by carefully plugging the ribbon cable s connectors to the appropriate socket Note the markings on the connectors and ensure they face the grooved portion of the socket when you plug the connectors in file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 2 von 10 e Ensure the connector fits snugly and the connector markings match the socket s grooved portion Check all connections carefully Then Replace and fasten the chassis cover Plug in the AC mains cable Switch on the power Press all front panel buttons one after the other to make sure the ATTAX functions properly The ATTAX should respond to each button as it did before you installed the module refer to the ATTAX manual e Follow the steps described in Short Instructions to ensure that the MSM 1 functions properly CONNECTIONS AND CONTROL FEATURES MIDI IN MID MIDI THRU O RECEIVE 7 CHANNEL aS jis Thy 1234 OMNI CHANNELS 5 16 SEE MANUAL V wy 1 MIDI IN JACK The MIDI IN jack is designed to receive MIDI data Any device capable of generating MIDI data can be connected here via its MIDI OUT jack In most cas
11. sired effects program and dial in the desired FX MIX setting file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 6 von 10 Determine the desired preamp sound via the front panel control features or the STAGEBOARD Press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON again but this time hold it down Send the PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGE via the MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER In other words select the active effects program again via MIDI The preset is now stored You can call it at any time via MIDI the ATTAX settings are modified to correspond to the preset data you just entered Press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON again and repeat the above procedure to store additional presets Note Before you can call your stored presets you must ensure the channels selector switches on the ATTAX s front panel and on the STAGEBOARD are set to OFF not depressed STORING SEVERAL PRESETS THE MIDI LEARN MODE This operating mode enables you to successively store a number of presets without requiring you to press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON every time Every PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGE the ATTAX receives ensures the current channel effects loop combination is automatically stored as a preset Switch the ATTAX off press and hold the MIDI LEARN BUTTON Switch the ATTAX on while continuing to hold the MIDI LEARN BUTTON Release the MIDI LEARN BUTTON The ATTAX is now in the MIDI LEARN MODE Select the desired effects program ATTAX
12. sm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 4 von 10 INSTRUCTIONS THE SHORT FORM 1 4 Connect your equipment act ording to diagram 1 3 Activate OMNI ON at the ATTAX and EFFECTS PROCESSOR Briefly press the MIDI LEARN BUTTON Activate the effects loop on the ATTAX STAGEBOARD i Select an effects program at your effects processor a Select the ATTAX channel Press and hold the MIDILEARN BUTTON at the ATTAX and simultaneously activate the effects program via MIDI The preset is stored Store additional Switch the channel selection switches on the ATTAX s front panel and the STAGEBOARD off swich off the effects loop The presets are stored Check them presets as required out by following these steps Select sounds wia the MIDI FOOTCONTROLLER OPERATING THE ATTAX VIA MIDI SELECTING MIDI CHANNELS AND THE OMNI MODE Use the five way DIP switch to select the MIDI CHANNEL and the OMNI MODE Switch settings 1 4 determine the MIDI CHANNEL the fifth switch is the OMNI OFF ON switch The OMNI ON setting ensures the ATTAX receives MIDI data on all MIDI CHANNELS regardless of how switches 1 4 are set Note Ensure the OMNI switch is set to OFF when you want the ATTAX to receive MIDI data on a single MIDI CHANNEL I 16 THE FOLLOWING DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ACTIVATE THE RESPECTIVE MIDI file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 2
13. sten the four cover plate screws to secure the module Ensure the inscription on the module matches the rear panel inscriptions i e the module is right side up file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007 Hughes amp Kettner MSM 1 User Manual Seite 10 von 10 6 Insert the included flat cable connector plug in the MSM l s socket so that the color coded wire faces the notch on the socket 7 The amp s circuit board features an identical socket Insert the other flat cable connector in this socket in the same manner i e so that the color coded wire faces the notch on the socket IC secket with marker notch 8 Ensure both connectors are seated properly 9 Remount the amp chassis to the housing and secure all cable connections e g spring reverb speakers AC mains 10 All MIDI functions are accessible once the amp is powered up Run through all switching operations to ensure the amp is functioning properly Stim jinn EES ca 3 tito h file C Dokumente und Einstellungen RForse Desktop msm 1 manual htm 22 08 2007
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