User’s
Guide
These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point 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 no 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 no get th 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 Compatibility
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
•Use only shielded interconnecting cables.
•Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided.
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Warning - For Your Protection:
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.Clean only with dry cloth.
7.Do not block any ventilation opening. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s.
8.This appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized our grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades a third ground prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for you safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for longs periods of time.
13.To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, the user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
14.For units equipped with an externally accessible fuse receptacle, replace fuse with same type and rating only.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY |
Manufacturer’s Name: |
DigiTech |
Manufacturer’s Address: |
8760 S. Sandy Parkway |
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Sandy, Utah 84070, USA |
declares that the product: |
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Product name: |
RP200 A |
Product option: |
all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, |
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EN60742, or equivalent.) |
conforms to the following Product Specifications: |
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Safety: |
IEC 60065 (1998) |
EMC: |
EN 55013 (1990) |
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EN 55020 (1991) |
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
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Vice-President of Engineering |
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8760 S. Sandy Parkway |
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Sandy, Utah 84070, USA |
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Date: February 21, 2003 |
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European Contact: |
Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or |
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Harman Music Group |
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8760 South Sandy Parkway |
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Sandy, Utah |
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84070 USA |
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Ph: (801) 566-8800 |
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Fax: (801) 568-7583 |
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Warranty
We at DigiTech are very proud of our products and back-up each one we sell with the following warranty:
1.The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty.
2.Digitech warrants 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 a 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 performance 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.
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Table of Contents |
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Safety Information ............................................................. |
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Declaration of Conformity ............................................ |
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Warranty ........................................................................... |
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Table of Contents ........................................................... |
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Section One - Introduction |
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Getting Acquainted .......................................................... |
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Included Items ................................................................... |
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A Guided Tour................................................................... |
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Front Panel ...................................................................... |
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Rear Panel ....................................................................... |
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Getting Started ................................................................. |
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Making Connections ........................................................ |
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Mono Operation............................................................ |
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Stereo Operation .......................................................... |
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Applying Power ................................................................. |
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About the RP200.............................................................. |
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The Presets...................................................................... |
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Performance Mode........................................................ |
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Bypass Mode ................................................................... |
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Tuner Mode................................................................... |
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Section Two - Editing Functions |
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Editing/Creating Presets ............................................... |
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The Matrix ....................................................................... |
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Storing/Copying/Naming a Preset .............................. |
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Section Three - Effects and Parameters
About the Effects ........................................................... |
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Effect Definitions ............................................................ |
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Pickup/Wah................................................................... |
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Compressor.................................................................. |
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Amp Modeling .............................................................. |
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EQ................................................................................... |
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Cabinet/Gate ................................................................ |
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Effects. ............................................................................ |
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Chorus. ....................................................................... |
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Flange........................................................................... |
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Phaser.......................................................................... |
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Tremolo ....................................................................... |
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Panner.......................................................................... |
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Vibrato ......................................................................... |
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Rotary.......................................................................... |
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Ya Ya™ ......................................................................... |
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Auto Ya™.................................................................... |
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SynthTalk™ ................................................................ |
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Envelope...................................................................... |
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Detune ........................................................................ |
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Pitch Shift.................................................................... |
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Whammy™ ................................................................ |
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Delay............................................................................... |
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Reverb............................................................................ |
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Section Four - Other Functions |
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Drum Machine ................................................................ |
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Jam-A-Long ...................................................................... |
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Expression Pedal............................................................. |
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Factory Reset.................................................................. |
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Expression Pedal Calibration....................................... |
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Section Five - Appendix |
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Specifications ................................................................... |
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Preset Lists ...................................................................... |
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Section-1 Introduction
Getting Acquainted
Congratulations on your purchase of the RP200 Artist.You now have the flexibility, and power to produce sonic creations never before thought possible. Although the RP200 Artist is so user friendly you may not even need to read this manual, we recommend that you become better acquainted with us, and what we have to offer by going through this User’s Guide with your RP200 Artist in front of you. It is your key to unlocking the potential within the RP200 Artist.
Included Items
Before you get started, please make sure that the following items have been included:
•RP200 Artist
•PS0913B Power Supply
•Warranty Card
The utmost care was taken while your RP200 Artist was being manufactured. Everything should be included and in perfect working order. If anything is missing, contact the factory at once. Please help us become acquainted with you and your needs by completing your warranty card. It is your safeguard should a problem arise with your RP200 Artist.
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A Guided Tour of the RP200 Artist
The Front Panel
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1. Footswitches - These 2 Footswitches are used to select Presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP200 Artist.The Footswitch on the right will increase, and the Footswitch on the left will decrease the selected Preset. Pressing both Footswitches together will bypass the currently selected Preset. Pressing and holding both Footswitches will access the Tuner.
2. Parameter Knobs - The Parameter knobs perform various functions depending on which mode is currently active in the RP200 Artist. In performance mode, these knobs control the Amp Type, Gain, and Master Level. In Edit mode, these knobs adjust the Parameter values listed directly above each knob for the selected effect.When the Drum machine is enabled, these knobs control the Pattern,Tempo, and Level. In Tuner mode, these knobs are used to select the desired tuning reference.
3. Select Button - This button is used to enter the Edit mode, and to select individual effects to be edited. Successive presses of this button will advance through all available Effects.
4. Drums - The Drums button is used to turn on and off the drum machine.When the Drums button is turned on, the Drums LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays continuously. The Parameter knobs control the pattern, tempo, and level of the drum machine at this time.
5. 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 will provide a visual indication of which effects are in use for the currently selected Preset. In Edit mode, the LEDs indicate the Effect currently selected for editing. In Tuner mode, the LEDs indicate whether the note played is sharp, flat, or in tune.
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6. 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 name and number. In Edit mode, the Display will show the name and value of the parameter being adjusted. In Tuner mode, the Display will show the note played.
7.Store - The Store button is used to save your custom edits to the user Presets.
8.Expression Pedal - The Expression Pedal adjusts RP200 Artist’s Volume or the assigned Effect
Parameter in real time. Almost every Parameter is available for
Expression Pedal control.
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Rear Panel
1.Input - Connect your instrument to this jack.
2.Jam-A-Long - Connect the stereo output of a tape or CD player to this 1/8” stereo TRS jack
for rehearsing with your favorite pre-recorded material.
3. Output - This is a stereo TRS jack. Connect from this jack to the input of a single amplifier for mono applications, or use a TRS stereo “Y” cord to connect to the inputs of 2 amplifiers for stereo applications.
4.Headphones - Connect a pair of stereo headphones to this 1/8” jack.
5.Power Input - Connect only the DigiTech PS0913B power supply to this jack.
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Getting Started Making Connections
There are several different connection options available with the RP200 Artist. Before connecting the RP200 Artist, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RP200 Artist is turned off. There is no power switch on the RP200 Artist.To turn the RP200 Artist on or off, simply connect or disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the Power Jack to an AC outlet.
Mono Operation
Connect your guitar to the Input of the RP200 Artist. Connect a single mono instrument cable from the Stereo Output of the RP200 Artist to the instrument input or effect return on your amplifier, or to the line input of a power amp.
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