DigiTech 2120 VGS Owner's Manual

User’s Guide

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WARNING

FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

SERVICING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric 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.

FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE: Replace fuse with same type and rating only.

U.K. MAINS PLUG WARNING

A moulded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER SOCKET. Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in place. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer. Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to BS1362.

ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

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 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided.

•use only shielded interconnecting cables.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN and YELLOW - Earth

BLUE - Neutral

BROWN - Live

As colours of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

•The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E, or with the earth symbol, or coloured green, or green and yellow.

•The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black.

•The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red.

This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at installation. If the attachment plug needs to be changed, refer servicing to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below. The green/yellow wire shall be connected directly to the unit's chassis.

CONDUCTOR		WIRE COLOR
L	Line	Brown	Black
N	Neutral	Blue	White
	Earth Grnd.	Green/Yel.	Green

WARNING: If the ground is defeated, certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to which it is connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground. Severe injury or death can then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously.

LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING

CAUTION!

This product may contain a lithium battery.There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with an Eveready CR 2032 or equivalent. Make sure the battery is installed with the correct polarity. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosjonsfare.Ved utskifting benyttes kun batteri som anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres apparatleverandøren.

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri av samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

VAROITUS!

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VARNING!

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

2120 VGS Artist

	DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name:	Digitech Electronics
Manufacturer’s Address:	8760 S. Sandy Parkway
	Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
declares that the product:
Product Name:	2120 VGS Artist Tube Preamp and 2120 FC Foot Controller
Product Options:	All

conforms to the following Product Specifications:

Safety:	EN 60065 (1993)
	IEC 65 (1985) with Amendments 1, 2 & 3
EMC:	EN 55013 (1990)
	EN 55020 (1991)

Supplementary Information:

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and EMC

Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

Digitech

President of Digitech

8760 S. Sandy Parkway

Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Effective February 25, 1998

European Contact: Your Local Digitech Sales and Service Office or

International Sales Office

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Quick Start

For those of you who prefer to burn now and read later, we've included this Quick Start section to get you up and running.

Connect Cables:

Connect guitar input into the front panel and output cables to the rear jacks. Balanced (tip-ring-sleeve) or unbalanced (tip-sleeve) cables can be used with the output jacks.

Connect Control One Foot Controller

Connect the output of the included DigiTech 2120 FC foot controller to the foot controller jack found on the rear of the 2120. Make sure that connection is made before applying power to the 2120.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT ANYTHING BUT THE DIGITECH 2120 FC FOOT CONTROLLER TO THE FOOT CONTROLLER JACK ON THE REAR PANEL! DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE DEVICE.

If you want to control the 2120 via MIDI, connect your MIDI controller to the MIDI In jack.

Apply Power:

Use the supplied AC power cord to connect the 2120 to an appropriately grounded outlet. Be sure you run all your power cables away from audio cables. This will prevent noise and stray magnetic fields from entering the signal path.

Effects Loop:

Connect any external effects devices (such as an old favorite FX pedal) to the 2120 effects send and return jacks. The FX loop level switch (located on the rear panel) allows you to either boost or cut the level by 6dB by simply pressing the switch in or out.

NOTE: Adjust external devices so that they return the same signal level to the 2120 as they receive from the 2120. This will avoid level changes when switching the effects loop in and out. This signal level relationship is called unity gain.

Adjust Input:

Set the guitar to the loudest operating level that will be used. Make sure your amp is set for a clean sound, that your tone controls are all neutral (flat), and the amplifier's main volume is all the way down. At this point, use the Input knob on the front panel to adjust the Input level to the desired setting, so that the loudest guitar signal occasionally lights the clip LED indicator.

Adjust Output:

Set the 2120 output level to the 12 o'clock position and turn up the amplifier's main volume to the desired level.

Select Program:

Begin playing your guitar, and choose any program using the Program/Effect wheel. User Programs 1-100 are duplicates of the Factory programs. They are user-programmable and you can modify and store them as you want. Factory Programs 1-100 are not user-programmable. Factory Programs. 101-124 are Basic programs that represent the 24 effect configurations. All 124 Factory Programs cannot be overwritten.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Declaration of Conformity................................................................	i
Quick Start........................................................................................	ii
Table of Contents ............................................................................	iii
Section 1 - Introduction
Congratulations ................................................................................	1
Included Items..................................................................................	1
Product Features ..............................................................................	1
Warranty ..........................................................................................	2
A Quick Tour of the 2120 VGS ....................................................	3
The Front Panel............................................................................	3
The Rear Panel..............................................................................	6
Inside the Preamp ........................................................................	7
The Digital Effects Section ..........................................................	8
Digital Effects ..........................................................................	8
Module Types and Sizes ..........................................................	9
Basic Specs ......................................................................................	10
1 in 2 Out ....................................................................................	10
Programmable FX Loop ..............................................................	10
Signal Flow ..................................................................................	10
2120 FC Foot Controller Compatibility ......................................	11
Section 2 - Setting Up
Making Connections ......................................................................	12
2120 VGS Artist into stereo power amp ....................................	12
2120 VGS Artist into a pair of combo amps ................................	13
2120 VGS Artist direct with the Programmable Speaker Cabinet
Emulator ......................................................................................	14
Getting Around the Operating System........................................	15
Program Mode..............................................................................	15
FX Edit Mode................................................................................	15
Utility Mode..................................................................................	15
Levels Mode..................................................................................	15
Assign Mode ................................................................................	16
Output Module Functions ..........................................................	16

Getting Sounds ..............................................................................	16
Input and Output Adjustments....................................................	16
Gain Adjustments ........................................................................	16
EQ and Mix Adjustments..............................................................	16
Wet/Dry Mix Adjustments ............................................................	17
Program Levels ............................................................................	17
Using the Solo Button..................................................................	17
Using the Tuner..............................................................................	18
Front Panel ..................................................................................	18
Reference and Output..................................................................	18
2120 FC Tuner Mode ..................................................................	18
Section 3 - Editing Programs
Selecting a Program ......................................................................	19
Selecting Effect Configurations....................................................	19
Storing/Naming Programs ............................................................	20
Naming the Program ....................................................................	20
Storing the Program ....................................................................	21
Editing a Program ..........................................................................	22
Selecting/Changing Effect Modules ............................................	22
Selecting Default ........................................................................	22
Adjusting the Modules’ Level ......................................................	23
Custom Defaults ..........................................................................	23
Comparing Changes ......................................................................	24
Storing/Naming Defaults ..............................................................	24
Naming the Default ......................................................................	25
Storing the Default ......................................................................	25
Editing a Module ............................................................................	26
Scrolling through the module pages ..........................................	26

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Section 4 - Effects and Parameters
Digital Effect Size and Type..........................................................	27
Default List......................................................................................	28
Effect Library ................................................................................	29
Preamp Section
Compressor ..................................................................................	29
Analog Wah ..................................................................................	29
Tube Distortions ..........................................................................	30
Solid State Distortions..................................................................	30
Tube and Solid State 10-band EQs ..............................................	30
Noise Reduction ..........................................................................	30
Global and Local EQ Mix ............................................................	31
Digital Effects Section ..................................................................	31
Reverbs ........................................................................................	31
Chorus & Flangers........................................................................	35
Phasers ........................................................................................	38
Rotary Speaker Simulator ............................................................	39
Tremolo & Auto Panner ..............................................................	39
Pitch Shifters ................................................................................	40
Detuners ......................................................................................	41
Delays ........................................................................................	42
Equalizers ....................................................................................	44
Multi-Effect Modules ....................................................................	45
Whammy Effects ..........................................................................	46
Auto Wah ......................................................................................	47
Section 5 - The 2120 FC
Connecting the 2120 FC Foot Controller....................................	48
Start-Up of 2120 FC Foot Controller ..........................................	48
Front Controls and Functions......................................................	48
Rear Connections ........................................................................	49
Basic Operation of the 2120 FC ..................................................	49
Expression Pedals Names ............................................................	50
Programming the 2120 Foot Controller ......................................	50
Assigning Functions ....................................................................	51
Assigning Programs to Footswitches............................................	51
Assigning Parameters to Footswitches/Expression Pedals ..........	52
Other Footswitch Functions ........................................................	52
Assigning MIDI Control to the Expression Pedals ......................	54
Naming Banks ..............................................................................	56

Section 6 - Advanced Topics
Assigning Modifiers ..........................................................................	57
MIDI CC........................................................................................	57
LFO ..............................................................................................	57
Dynamic........................................................................................	57
External Expression Pedals ..........................................................	57
Linking a Parameter to a Modifier ..............................................	58
Setting up an LFO and a Dynamic Modifier ................................	59
Morphing Pedal Assignments ......................................................	60
Volume Pedal Assignment............................................................	60
MIDI Functions
MIDI Channels ............................................................................	62
MIDI Merging ..............................................................................	62
MIDI Receive Map ........................................................................	62
MIDI Transmit Map ......................................................................	63
SysEx Device Channels ................................................................	63
SysEx Dumps................................................................................	64
Program Dump ............................................................................	64
Default Dump ..............................................................................	64
Bulk Dump ..................................................................................	65
System Dump ..............................................................................	65
Other Utility Functions
Factory Reset ................................................................................	66
Global-Local Cabinet Emulator ....................................................	67
Output Mode................................................................................	67
Section 7 - Appendix
Factory Program List ....................................................................	68
Effect Configuration Chart ..........................................................	70
Harmony Interval Charts..............................................................	71
Specifications................................................................................	72
MIDI Implementation Chart ........................................................	73

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Section -1 Introduction

Section-1 Introduction

Congratulations...

... you are now the proud owner of a Digitech 2120 VGS Artist Guitar Preamp/Processor. The 2120 VGS Artist Dual-tube multi-effects processor that utilizes two S-DISC II processors which will allow you to create any preamp/multi-effect tone configuration imaginable. Whether it be dual distortion path morphing or up to eight digital effects at a time, the 2120 VGS Artist offers unlimited possibilities. In addition, the 2120 VGS Artist includes the fully programmable 2120 FC Foot Controller and presets written by some of the most respected players today.

This owner's manual is your key to understanding the powerful world of the 2120 VGS Artist. Read it carefully. After you've had time to familiarize yourself with the unit, try experimenting with unusual effect combinations. You are certain to achieve sounds never thought possible before. Good luck, and thank you for choosing Digitech.

Your 2120 VGS Artist was carefully assembled and packaged at the factory. Before you proceed any further, make sure the following items are included:

•(1) Owner’s Manual

•(1) Digitech 2120 VGS Artist

•(1) Digitech 2120 FC Foot Controller

•(1) Power Supply

•(1) Digitech warranty card

Please save all packing materials. They were designed to protect the unit from damage during shipping. In the unlikely event that the unit require service, use only the factory supplied carton to return the unit.

2120 VGS Artist Features:

•Artist Authored Custom Presets

•Dual distortion path routing

•Dual Tube Preamp (12AX7)

•Full bandwidth effects (20-20kHz)

•24-bit signal path, 48-bit internal data path

•Up to 8 digital effects at once

•Dual S-DISC II ® Processing

•Flexible, easy-to-use effect routing

•Effects can be repeated in a chain, (e.g. EQ + flange + EQ + pitch shift)

•Expanded Delay Times (5.0 Seconds in Full Modules)

•Instant module access

•Exclusive Dynamic Parameter Control

•Programmable Speaker Cabinet Emulator

•Chromatic tuner

•Full MIDI Implementation

•All effects and parameters available for MIDI continuous control

•2 Expression Pedal insertion jacks to add external CC pedals for additional assigning options

•Fully Programmable Foot Controller

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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.

Digitech™, S-DISCII™, Whammy™, and Silencer II™ are registered trademarks of the Harman Music Group Incorporated.

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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Section -1 Introduction

A Quick Tour of the 2120 VGS Artist

The Front Panel

1	2a - 2-g		9-16
Satch 2
1	0 dB	2 0 dB 3 0	dB 4 100%
LINK CHANGED		LINK CHANGED LINK CHANGED	LINK CHANGED

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2			COMP WAH TUBE	EQ		GATE	L/R OUTS
FACTORY USER		SEAMLESS				DIGITAL

3 4 5				6			7			8			17-23		24

1)Output Level Knob - Controls the overall output level of the 2120 VGS.

2)Display - This large custom display is where you receive the information you need to move around the operating system. The display has several sections:

2-a 2-d 2-e

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2a) Program Number Indicator - Three large digits in the upper left corner of the display indicate which Program is currently selected.

2b) Factory / User Indicators - Directly below the Program number, the Factory and User Program icons indicate whether the current program resides in either a Factory or User Bank.

2c) Bank / Page Indicators - Located in the bottom left corner of the display, the Bank/Page indicators display:

•the Bank number in which the current program resides in Program mode. (This is displayed only when the 2120 FC is connected).

•the Page which is currently selected in various Edit modes.

2d) Information Line - Row of 24 characters in the top line of the display gives more detailed information about specific functions and items such as: Program names, Parameter names, and Utility or auxiliary information.

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2e) Parameter Data Sections - Immediately below the Information line are four parameter data sections. They correspond with the <1> through <4> knobs on the front panel. Each section displays the current value of the indicated parameter.

A CC indicator in each selection tells whether the indicated parameter is set up to be controlled via a MIDI controller, the 2120 FC or an internal dynamic LFO. When a parameter has been modified, the CHANGED icon will appear under the parameter that has been modified and the <Store> button will light to indicate a change has been made to the Program, but not stored.

2f) Input Level / Clip Meters - The Input Level and clip meter is located in the bottom center of the display. This meter shows the Preamp level, and uses a peak detector action to display the highest levels of the preamp. The Clip indicator at the end of the meter, indicates if the the input signal is being clipped at the analog input section (pre-digital) or in the digital effects domain.

2g) Effect Routing Matrix - The Effect routing matrix shows the signal flow of the currently selected program. This matrix includes boxes that represent each effect module along with lines that indicate how those effects are connected to inputs, outputs and each other. If an effect module is bypassed, a line appears through that module's box in the matrix.

When in FX Edit mode, the box that represents the currently selected effect module will flash.

3)Input Jack - Plug Guitar in here.

4)Clip LED -The Clip LED Indicates that the input signal is causing input stage clipping in the 2120 VGS.

5)Input Level Knob - Controls the input level of the 2120 VGS.

6)Gain/Page Knob - Controls the Distortion Gain Parameter either locally or globally. Selection of either Global or Local mode can be found on Page 1 of the Utilities Menu. When the 2120 VGS is in Edit mode, the Page knob is used to scroll through the pages of the selected effect module.

7)Parameter Knobs - Parameter knobs <1> thru <4> are used to:

•change the gain of the EQ (<1> - <3>) and the mix between the Wet and Dry signals (<4>) in Program mode. The EQ and Mix modes can be set to either Local or Global modes on Page 1 of the Utilities.

•change the parameters you want to edit in FX Edit mode.

8)Program/Effect Wheel - Selects Programs in Program mode or changes effect modules in FX Edit mode.

9)Program Button - Toggles between User and Factory banks. A successive press will also return the 2120 VGS to Program mode from other modes.

10)Solo Button - Toggles the SOLO parameter On/Off.

11)Levels Button - Exits current mode and enters Levels mode.

12)Assign Button - Used to assign programs and parameters to the 2120 FC or assign parameters to MIDI controllers.

13)FX Edit Button - Exits current mode and enters FX Edit mode. A successive press will also return the 2120 VGS to Program mode.

14)Store Button - Initiates Store function and indicates changed status.

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15)Utility Button - Exits current mode and enters Utilities mode.

16)Bypass Button - Bypasses the 2120 VGS Preamp and Effects

17-23) FX Library Buttons:

17)[PreAmp] - Exits current mode and enters FX edit mode at the Preamp module. Successive presses move to the next available module in the PreAmp section.

18)[Mod] - Exits current mode, enters FX Edit mode and selects the first available modulation module of a program. Successive presses move to the next available Modulation effect within the program. Pressing and holding this button automatically loads a Modulation effect into the currently selected effect module.

19)[Pch] - Exits current mode, enters FX Edit mode and selects the first available PitchShift or Detune module of a program. Successive presses move to the next available PitchShift or Detune module of a program. Pressing and holding this button automatically loads a detune effect into the currently selected effect module.

20)[Dly/Rvb] - Exits current mode, enters FX Edit mode and selects the first available Delay or Reverb module of the program. Successive presses move to the next available Delay or Reverb module of the program. Pressing and holding this button automatically loads a Dly/Rvb effect into the currently selected program.

21)[Other] - Exits current mode, enters FX Edit mode and selects the effect configuration. Successive presses move to the next available Digital effect module not included in the above selections until finally reaching the Master Mix module.

22)[TapIt] -The TapIt button is used to set the delay tap tempo for precise delay time taps. To use the TapIt button, simply tap the <TapIt> button at the desired tempo and the delay time will automatically recalibrate itself.

23)[Tuner] - Exits current mode and enters Tuner mode.

24)Power Switch - Turns the unit on and off.

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The Rear Panel

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1)AC Line Input - Connect the supplied power cord here.

2)MIDI In - The MIDI In port allows the 2120 VGS to respond to incoming MIDI messages, including Program Change, Continuous Control, and System Exclusive data.

3)MIDI Out/Thru - Sends out or passes any MIDI data generated by the 2120 VGS to other devices.

4)Control One Input - This is a 5-pin DIN plug for connecting the included DigiTech 2120 FC foot controller. Connection of the 2120 FC should be made before the 2120 VGS is turned on.

IMPORTANT: THIS IS NOT A MIDI PORT. CONNECTING A DEVICE OTHER THAN THE DIGITECH 2120 FC TO THE JACK CAN

DAMAGE THE UNIT.

5)Expression Pedal Input - This 1/4” input jack gives you the option of connecting external passive volume control pedals for controlling parameters in the 2120 VGS m.

Notice: When using the 2120 VGS with the 2120 FC foot controller, the 1/4 expression pedal input on the rear of the unit is referred to as EXP 3. When the 2120 VGS is used alone, the expression pedal input becomes known as EXP 1.

6)FX Loop Level Switch - This switch gives you the option of either standard level (switch out), or a 6 dB cut (switch in) in the fx loop level. This is ideal to use when inserting an FX pedal that may not have the same output level to keep the level even in the chain

7)FX Send - This is the effects loop mono send jack. Connect the input of an external effect device here. The send gets its signal immediately following the Analog Wah module. It is a balanced-TRS connector.

8)FX Return - This is the effects loop return. It is fed back into the signal chain before the distortion sections of the 2120.

9)Left/Mono Output - This is the left audio output. Use both left and right outputs when you are running in stereo mode. If you are running in mono mode, use the Left output and selectable mono mode in the utilities section. It is a balanced-TRS connector. Page 11 of the Utilities mode gives you the option to select either Stereo or Mono output modes.

10)Right Output - This is the right audio output for use when running in stereo mode. This is a balanced-TRS connector.

11)AC fuse receptacle - Direct access to the fuse can be reached here.

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Inside the Guitar Preamp

The 2120 VGS offers world famous DigiTech Preamp tones that have become an absolute necessity in the Recording Studio or on Stage.

Compression: Every program of the 2120 VGS has a dynamic range Compression circuit specially designed to be used in guitar applications.

Digitally Controlled analog Wah: Now you can have vintage analog Wah effects at your finger tips and toes. The digitally controlled analog Wah produces true Wah tonal characteristics, while being controlled digitally, thus remaining quiet.

Dual Distortion paths: the 2120 VGS provides you with more tone options by including dual distortion path routing. Within the signal path of the 2120 VGS, you can select which distortion path the signal is routed through. Along with distortion path selection, you can also run the two in parallel, and morph between the two paths. And, if having these options were not enough, the 2120 VGS gives you the ability to combine and pan both Distortion paths to the right and the left at the same time to produce “mammoth” guitar tones.

Dual Tubes and EQ: When the Dual Tube distortion tube path is selected, you have two 12XA7 preamp tubes at your tone disposal, as well as a dedicated 10-band graphic EQ. After the 10-Band EQ, the Dual Tube EQ path is run into the Noise Gate and then into the Speaker Cabinet Emulator, which can be placed before or after the digital effects section.

Solid State and EQ: With the Solid State distortion path selected, you get the versatility of solid state distortions along with the 10-band EQ. From here, the Solid State Distortion path is run into the Noise Gate and then into the Speaker Cabinet Emulator.

Noise Reduction: With the Silencer II noise reduction system, you can hear a pick drop. Back ground noise in recordings will no longer be heard with noise reduction of this caliber.

Programmable Cabinet Emulation: The days of spending hours upon hours trying to mic' a speaker cabinet to get a good sound are now just a thing of the past with the Programmable Cabinet Emulation module in the 2120 VGS. Whether it be live or in the studio, speaker cabinet emulation is possible by simply running directly to the board or to tape.

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Digital Effects

When it comes to digital multi effects, Digitech’s reputation is second to none. We’ve been perfecting this art form for almost twenty years, so you know that the 2120 VGS is thoroughly equipped with a pristine, ultra-quiet digital effect section.

Effects include:

• Digital EQ	• Noise Gates	• Reverbs
• Choruses	• Flangers	• Intelligent Pitch Shifters
• Chromatic Pitch Shifters	• Detuners	• Digital Delays
• Smooth Whammy	• Phasers	• Tremolos
• Auto Panners	• Rotary Speaker Emulation	• Long Delays (lower-bandwidth for double delay
		times)

Up to 8 digital effects at once (Dual S-DISC II configurations) When utilizing a dual S-DISC II configuration, you can link up to 8 digital effects at once from the vast effect palette.

Seamless Program changes (single S-DISC II algorithms): Smooth program changes are a breeze with Seamless program changes. When a program change is made, there is no apparent “drop out” of signal. You can also program the hold and release times so program effects overlap each other at different rates.

Setting and changing seamless program times can be done on Page 4 of the Master mix menu of each program in the Edit mode. Seamless program change time ranges from 0.0 seconds to Infinity for both hold and Ramp times.

Real time Modifiers: Modifiers are unique tools that can be used to dramatically alter your sound based on information from signal amplitude, the settings of a Low Frequency Oscillator (LFO) or MIDI Continuous Controller information.

Every Program in the 2120 VGS has a set of modifiers. Up to 16 Modifier links can be assigned to control parameters. There are three types of Modifiers that can be linked to a parameter: MIDI CCs, LFOs, and Dynamic (signal level dependent).

MIDI CCs: When you use MIDI CCs, your 2120 VGS responds to CC numbers 0-127 and CHP (channel pressure or aftertouch).

For example, you can have a synth's modulation wheel (usually MIDI CC#1) control the in level of a reverb and chorus in one program while the delay feedback may be controlled in another.

LFOs: When you use LFOs, parameter values can be controlled automatically between a defined minimum and maximum setting at a user-definable rate. Your 2120 VGS has 2 user definable LFOs in each program that can be assigned to any parameter.

For example, you can create an auto panner without using an auto panner module. Simply link an effect's output pan parameter to the LFO modifier and the LFO will move that parameter back and forth. This modifier can be a very useful weapon in the ongoing battle of new sound creation. There are two LFOs available in each program that can use unique speeds and waveforms.

Dynamic Modifiers: When you use Dynamic modifiers, the parameter values are controlled in relation to the dynamics of the input signal. The possibilities are nearly endless, and they cannot be duplicated using any other method.

For more information on using modifiers see the “Using Modifiers” section.

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Module Types

Each effect in the digital FX section is contained in separate effect blocks referred to as “Modules”. There are three basic types of FX Modules used by the Digital FX section of the 2120 VGS.

•Mono FX module

•Dual FX module

•Stereo FX module

The figure below illustrates how signals are routed through each type of FX module. Although all three modules are shown with stereo inputs, they can still be used with a mono source. The mono source would just be routed to both sides of the module’s inputs. Notice how the Dual FX module maintains a stereo image, while the mono FX module always sums the signal

L	Mono FX Module	L	Dual FX Module	L	Stereo FX Module
	Effect		Effect		Effect
	Processing		Processing		Processing
R		R		R

Module Sizes

These modules vary in size ranging from 1/4 size to Full. In order to achieve the nearly endless combinations of effects and routings, we've supplied you with four different module sizes and they are as follows:

•Full (module type = FUL)

•3/4 (module type = 3-4)

•Half (module type = HLF)

•Quarter (module type = 4th)

Dividing the (2) S-DISC II’s processing power allows your 2120 VGS to produce up to 8 digital effects at one time. The figure below represents how each of the S-DISC IIs can be divided to accommodate a wide variety of effect routing.

FULL

3/4

HALF

QUARTER

S-DISC II

A Full module type offers effects with more flexibility and power than the Half modules, and so on, but all four sizes of FX modules feature high quality effects, so you don’t have to worry if you need to divide the S-DISC II pie four ways. For a complete list of these FX Types please see the Editing modules section. For a complete list of effect configurations please see Appendix on page 68.

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Basic Specifications

1 Input and 2 Outputs Balanced (TRS)

With the 2120 VGS, the input and output are set up in a mono input and stereo or mono output configurations. The input jack of the 2120 VGS is located on the front panel of the unit. The output jacks are TRS (tip-ring-sleeve), and are a Left (mono) and Right output configuration for full stereo separation of effects.

Programmable Mono FX Loop

For those of you that feel the need to add additional effects to the already extensive menu of sounds , the 2120 VGS provides a programmable line level mono programmable FX loop. The signal leaves the unit after the Wah section of the 2120 VGS and returns just before the Dual distortion paths. For a better representation of the FX loop, please refer to the signal flow chart below.

Signal Flow

Listed below, is a chart showing the signal flow path of the 2120 VGS. Notice that with the 2120 VGS, you have the choice of selecting either one or both of the Distortion signal paths. Also take notice that a noise reduction system is available in the Analog Preamp section and the first DSP section, making for ultra-quiet performance.

Analog Section

		Gate Det.	FX Loop	Bar
				Graph
		Clip LED		SS Dist.
	Input Buf.	Comp	Wah
				A/D
				Tube Dist.

					SoloBoost
	10 GEQ	Speaker	Global/
	St. Gate	Cabinet	Local	S-DISC II	S-DISC II
			3-Band
	10 GEQ	Emulator
			EQ

DSP Section-1

DSP Section-2 Dual S-DISC IIs

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2120 FC Compatibility

The 2120 VGS is an ideal stand alone multi effects processor, but to out-do ourselves, we have made the 2120 VGS compatible to use with the 2120 FC foot controller. The included 2120 FC can help you maximize the potential of your 2120 VGS. Since the 2120 FC “talks” to the 2120 VGS using a proprietary communication protocol, it offers better response time and capabilities not available with conventional MIDI pedalboard controllers.

The 2120 FC includes 12 footswitches for program and parameter control. It also features a built-in Expression pedal. The 2120 FC also gives you the option of adding another expression control (via the external expression pedal jack which is located on the front of the 2120 FC foot controller). Combined with the Expression controller insert (located on the rear panel of the 2120 VGS) this gives you a grand total of 3 Expression controllers. The large 20 character display constantly feeds you important information like program names, CC info, and tuner indicators. For more information on the 2120 FC foot controller, please Section 5.

6	7	8	9	0
1	2	3	4	5

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Section -2 Setting Up

Making Connections

Because of its flexibility, your 2120 VGS can be connected in several different ways to meet the requirements of specific applications. The following diagrams offer some ways your 2120 VGS can be connected.

NOTE: In all the diagrams we have shown use of the external FX loop (this is of course, optional).

					Input	Output
				FX Send		FX Return
					Program
	2	Satch 2			Effect
		1 0 dB 2	0	dB 3 0 dB 4 100%
Input	FACTORY USER b SEAMLESS			#	3
	Page	1	2	3
	Clip
	Left Out				Right Out

Stereo Power Amplifier

2120 VGS into a Stereo Power Amp

This is the ideal 2120 VGS Set up. From the output jack of the guitar, run the cable into the Input jack on the front panel of the 2120 VGS. At this point (if you so choose) you can utilize the mono Fx loop of the unit by running out of the fx send of the 2120 VGS into the desired unit being used. From there, run from the output (or send) of the chosen unit back into the Fx return jack of the 2120 VGS.

At this point, run out of both the Left and Right output jacks of the 2120 VGS into the respective inputs of the stereo power amp. From the Stereo power Amp, run out of the Left and Right outputs into the chosen speaker cabinets.

This is an ideal opportunity to see and hear how the masters of stereo effects have outdone themselves in achieving mind-boggling stereo separation. Stereo Delays, Phasers, Tremolos, and Auto panners will produce effects in this set-up that are simply out of this world.

When using a guitar system set-up such as this, it is always a good idea to make sure all connections are secure. Be sure to keep the levels of sending and receiving unit even so they do not have a tendency to clip (or distort) the inputs of each unit.

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					Input
				FX Send		FX Return
						Program
						Effect
	2	Sastch 2
		1 0	dB 2 0	dB 3 0 dB 4 100%
Input	FACTORY USER b SEAMLESS			#
	Page	1	2	3	4	(Optional)
Clip
Left Out	Right Out

2120 VGS into a Pair of Combo Amps

Using a set-up similar to the one shown above will give you the chance to optimize the potential of both the 2120 VGS and the combo amplifiers.

The best signal route for a combination such as this one, is to first run out of the guitar output into the input jack of the 2120 VGS. Then, if you prefer to use an additional effect unit in the signal path, you can utilize the programmable mono FX loop of the 2120 VGS. In doing this, you will want to run from the fx send of the 2120 VGS into the selected effect unit. From the chosen effect unit, run out of either its output back into the FX return of the 2120 VGS. From the 2120 VGS, you will now want run out of both the left and right outputs of the 2120 VGS into the input jacks of both combo amps.

You will be able to achieve lush, smooth stereo effects, while retaining the great amp tones of both the 2120 VGS and the Combo Amps.

As usual, make sure that all of the connections are good and solid when making the connections. It is also a good idea to make sure that the signal levels going from one unit to the other are even. Meaning that the output level going into the input of the receiving unit is not set so high that it distorts (or clips) the input section. Always remember that the better your rig sounds clean, the better your 2120 VGS will sound.

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Input

	FX Send	FX Return

				Program
	2b	Satch 2		Page
Input		1 0 2 0 # 3	0	4 100
Page	1	2	3	4
Clip
Left Out	Right Out

Aux Send 1

Aux Send 2

Pan Control

4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4		6
2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8
0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10	0	Aux 1	10
4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4	6		4		6
2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8	2		8
0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10	0	Aux 2	10
-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1			-1 0 +1
-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2	-2		+2
-3		+3 -3			+3 -3			+3 -3			+3 -3			+3 -3			+3 -3			+3 -3			+3
-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4	-4		+4
-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5	-5	Pan	+5
Mute			Mute			Mute			Mute			Mute			Mute			Mute			Mute
L / R			L / R			L / R			L / R			L / R			L / R			L / R			L / R
+10			+10			+10			+10			+10			+10			+10			+10
+5			+5			+5			+5			+5			+5			+5			+5
0			0			0			0			0			0			0			0
-5			-5			-5			-5			-5			-5			-5			-5
-10			-10			-10			-10			-10			-10			-10			-10
-20			-20			-20			-20			-20			-20			-20			-20
-30			-30			-30			-30			-30			-30			-30			-30
-∞			-∞			-∞			-∞			-∞			-∞			-∞			-∞
	1			2			3			4			5			6			7			8

2120 VGS Running Direct with the Programmable Cabinet Emulator

To use the Programmable Speaker Cabinet Emulator, simply enter the Edit mode of the selected Program and scroll to Page 2 of the Master Mix menu module after the last effect module. From here, the 2120 VGS gives you the options of activating the Cabinet Emulator, selecting defaults and/or placing the Cabinet Emulator either Pre Digital (Preamp Only are affected), or Post Digital (the Preamp and Effects are affected ). These selections can be made by using the <2> or <3> knobs.

So let’s cut out the middleman (speaker cabinet), and run from the guitar output into input jack of the 2120 VGS. From this point, you now have the option of utilizing the Programmable Mono FX loop that is offered in the 2120 VGS. To use the FX loop, run from the FX send of the 2120 VGS, into either input or FX return of the selected effects unit. Now, run out of either the output or the FX send of the chosen unit back into the FX return of the 2120 VGS.

At this point , you will want to run from either Left or Right outputs (or both for a stereo mix), into the selected inputs of the mixer. Pan the mixer channels hard Left and Right to achieve trues stereo separation.

Notice that once the Programmable Speaker Cabinet Emulator is turned On, the Speaker icon will appear in the display.

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Getting Around In the Operating System

The menu structure of your 2120 VGS was specifically designed to be easy to use. The display shows the information you need, but to make things even easier for you, illumination of the front panel buttons offers additional operating information.

The front panel buttons give you information in one of two ways:

1 - If the button is dim, its function is inactive. Pressing an a dim button causes it to light brightly and its function becomes the active item in the display.

2 - If the button is bright, its function is active. Pressing an active button (other than the <Program> button) reselects the already active item in the display.

Program Mode

Program mode allows you to scroll through the Factory and User Programs using the <Program/Effect> wheel. When the 2120 VGS is turned on, it sets itself to Program mode. Program mode is active when the <Program> button is lit and a Program name is present on the Information line (top line) of the display.

FX Edit Mode

This mode allows you to edit:

1.Effect configurations

2.Preamp modules

3.FX modules

4.The Output mode module

Use the <Edit> button to enter the FX Edit mode and then to select the next module for editing.

A helpful hint: If you look at the Effect Routing Matrix while you press the FX <Edit> button, the currently selected module will flash.

Your 2120 VGS uses the <Program/Effect> wheel to select FX modules. Once a module is selected, it uses “Pages” to navigate within an effect. A “Page” is a group of up to four effect parameters that appear on the screen at one time. Use the <Gain/Page> knob to move through the Pages in the menu. Note that as you scroll through the Pages, the Page indicator in the lower left corner of the display changes to show the currently displayed Page number.

Utilities Mode

Access to all of the menu pages of the utility mode can be made by simply pressing the <Utilities> button located on the front panel of the unit. From this point, the display will tell you that you are in the Utilities library and you can scroll through the options of the utilities menu by simply turning the <Page> knob.

Levels Mode

Adjustments to the Preamp (Tube or Solid State), DSP, and Master levels can be made by simply pressing the <Levels> button to access the

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levels menu, then you make the adjustments until your ears and level indicators are happy.

Assign Mode

Assign mode is used for linking programs and parameters to the Foot controller, MIDI, LFOs and Dynamic modifiers. Once the 2120 VGS is in assign mode, all modifier assignments (Foot Controller, MIDI, LFO and Dynamic links) can be made from this point. Access to this function is located on the front panel or in the utilities pages within the 2120 VGS.

Output Module Functions

The Output Module of the 2120 VGS gives you assignment control over crucial aspects of your sounds. The Menus of the Output module include: Master Mix (Page 1), Cabinet Emulator Settings (Page 2), Solo button assignment (Page 3), Volume pedal assignment (Page 4) and Seamless Program Time changes (Page 4).

To access the Output module of the 2120 VGS, from Program mode press either the <Edit> button and turn the <Program/Effect> until the the Master Mix module flashes. If you wish to cut out a step or two in this process, simply press the <Other> button until the Master Mix module flashes.

Once you are at the Master Mix module, you simply use the <Page> knob to move to the various editing pages of the Output module.

To leave the Output module section , simply press the <Program> button. Always make sure to store any changes made to the selected program.

Getting Sounds

The following sections will help provide you with some quick and easy tips and recommendations for getting the optimal tones out of your 2120 VGS.

Input and Output Adjustments

The best setting for the input control is to use the <Input> knob so you have strong signal coming into the 2120 VGS occasionally lighting the clip LED. As far as setting the Output level, let your ears be the judge. But, if you can’t hear the rest of the band, chances are that you need to back off on the output level of the 2120 VGS or the input of your amplifier(s).

Gain Adjustments

To adjust the gain in the Tube or Distortion section, either turn the <Gain> knob on the front panel or press the <Edit> button to put you in Edit mode. Now use the <Program/Effect> wheel to scroll to the Tube or Distortion module. From this point, turn the <Page> knob to move to Page 2 of 2 of the Tube or Distortion module. Your gain settings range from 0 to 100, so this gives you plenty of room for great tones in between.

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EQ and Mix Adjustments

Adjusting the global EQ is as easy as grabbing the knob and turning it. The <1> knob controls the level of the bass frequencies, the <2> knob controls the level of the mids, and the <3> knob controls the highs. In Program mode the level of each frequency band is displayed on the screen. Global EQ settings range from -12 to 12. For more information on the Global/Local EQ and Mix, see page 31.

Wet/Dry Mix Adjustments

To change the mix of dry and wet signal use the <4> knob. Mix settings range from 0 (all dry) to 100% (all wet). The Mix knob really comes in handy when playing live because the acoustics of any room will change throughout a gig due to changes in crowd size, humidity, temperature, and other variable factors. As the room acoustics change, you can easily adjust the level of your effects accordingly with the turn of a knob. The Master Mix of each program can be modified in the Master Mix menu while in edit mode by either pressing the <Edit> button then scrolling through the program pages. Or, simply press the <Other> button until this menu is reached.

Program levels

To adjust the overall level of a program push the <LEVELS> button. Then use the <1> knob to either bypass or activate the Tube or Solid State levels. At this point, you now want to use the <2> knob to adjust the level of the selected distortion. This controls the Preamp levels into the digital section. If the CLIP indicator lights, lower these levels. From here, you will now want to use the <3> knob to set the DSP level. This controls the Preamp levels in the digital domain. If the DIGITAL CLIP indicator lights, lower these levels. Last but not least, knob <4>. This controls the Master program level. All of the these level range from 0 (off) to 100%.

Using The Solo Button

The exclusive Solo button feature in the 2120 VGS gives you the ability to boost your solos instantly live or in the studio with just the press of a button.

How does this work? With the unique Solo Button feature engaged (either via the Front panel control, or the included 2120 FC foot controller), you get an additional 6dB of boost at the output of the 2120 VGS. This feature is also ideal to use in the studio (or live) to give you a little extra punch for solos.

To assign the Solo button function, simply press the <Solo> button once then store. If you wish to link it to a footswitch, access can be made in Page 3 of the Master Mix menu in the Utilities menu.

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Using the Tuner

When using the Tuner of the 2120 VGS, it can be accessed one of two ways. Either by pressing the <Tuner> button on the front panel or using the included 2120 FC foot controller. The following, explains both modes of operation.

Front Panel

1. Press the <Tuner> button. The display reads:

1272

??

Tuner A=440

Output

1 888

%kHz

%

3

888msdB

4

100

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

COMP WAH

TUBE

EQ

#

GATE

L/R OUTS

FACTORY USER

b

SEAMLESS

FX LOOP

DIST

EQ

MIDI

BANK

SOLO

DIGITAL

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L/R OUTS

2.As you play a note on the guitar, the top line will tell you which note you are playing, while the meter will show you if you are flat or sharp. If the meter is moving right, the note you are playing is sharp. If the meter moves left, you are flat. The goal is to tune your guitar so that the meter stops moving, and the display will lock-in, indicating that you are in tune. Once you start playing the selected note, the display will read as follows:

ATuner A=440 Output

1272

%kHz

%kHz

3

4

%

1 888msdB

888msdB

100

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

COMP WAH

TUBE

EQ

#

GATE

L/R OUTS

FACTORY USER

b

SEAMLESS

FX LOOP

DIST

EQ

MIDI

BANK

SOLO

DIGITAL

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3. Press the <Tuner> button again to exit the Tuner mode.

Reference and Output

The 2120 VGS gives you the option of changing the Tuning reference from F# to 453, by simply turning the <3> knob while the 2120 is in Tuner mode. Another feature available in the 2120 VGS Tuner mode, is the ability to set the amount of signal that is passed to the output while tuning. This has a range from 0 (mute) to 100%. The output can be changed by turning the <4> to the desired level while the 2120 VGS is in Tuner mode.

2120 FC Tuner Mode

To access the Tuner mode using the 2120 FC foot controller, press and hold the <Bank Up/Tuner> footswitch to engage tuner mode on the 2120 FC.

1.As you play a note on the guitar, the indicator in the display of the 2120 FC will move either to the right, or the left. If the indicator is moving right, the note you are playing is sharp. If the indicator moves left, you are flat. The goal is to tune your guitar so that the indicator stops in the middle and the display locks-in, indicating you are in tune.

2.In both methods of tuning, the tuner is referenced to A=440Hz. If you prefer tuning sharp or flat according to the A reference, use the <3> knob to select a new reference. This can be set as high as A=453Hz or as low as A=427Hz. The tuner can also be used for alternate tuning references where A=Ab (meaning you play an A note, but the tuner will tune to A flat). It is possible to tune as low as A=Gb.

3.Press any footswitch on the 2120 FC to exit the Tuner mode.

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Section - 3 Editing Programs

Selecting A Program

When you first turn on your 2120 VGS, it boots up in Program mode and the display will appear something like this:

2

Satch 2

%kHz

%kHz

%kHz

%

1

2

3

4

0msdB

0msdB

0 msdB

100

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

LINK CHANGED

COMP

WAH

TUBE EQ

#

GATE

L/R OUTS

USER

b SEAMLESS

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To select a Program, do the following:

1.Make sure Program mode is selected (the <Program> button will be brightly lit). If the <Program> button is dim, press it once to return to Program mode.

2.Use the <Program> button to select the Program bank (Factory or User). Each successive press of the <Program> button toggles between the Factory and User bank of programs.

3.Using the <Program/Effect> wheel, scroll to the program you want to hear.

Selecting Effect Configurations

The 2120 VGS gives you the ability to select any one of the twenty-four different effect routing configurations within the selected program. The procedure to do so is as follows:

1. From Program mode, press the <Other> button. The display appears something like this:

2		Config:1 SDISC					2,2
		1	2	2		3
		LINK CHANGED		LINK CHANGED		LINK CHANGED	LINK CHANGED
			COMP WAH TUBE		EQ	GATE	L/R OUTS
USER	b SEAMLESS				#
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2.Notice that the entire digital effects screen is flashing. At this point turn the <1> knob under the display to select any one of the twenty-four different effect routing configurations available in the 2120 VGS. Once you have the desired Effect configuration selected, you can load the effect modules you need for your particular program needs. press the <Store> button to save any changes. Pressing the <Program> button will return you to Program mode.

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